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He nods. He speaks. He talks with his hands. He doesn’t tweet. He looks downright presidential. He’s animatronic Donald Trump, and he has made his debut in the Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World visitors got a sneak peek of the refurbished attraction with the Trump figure front... View the full article

Donald Trump has joined the Hall of Presidents. His animatronic figure stands front and slightly off-center on the stage at the long-running Walt Disney World attraction in Magic Kingdom theme park. The hall has been closed since mid-January, two months after Trump won the presidential election.... View the full article

Following a year-long transformation, The Hall of Presidents will officially reopen at Magic Kingdom Park on Tuesday, December 19, with enhancements that will bring the story of the American presidency to life as never before. The epic theatrical production was envisioned by Walt Disney himself to honor the country by honoring the presidents of the United States. This endeavor began with a single animated figure of President Abraham Lincoln that was developed for the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair. In 1971, advances in technology made it possible for Imagineers to make Walt Disney’s vision a reality by including every chief executive who ever served the United States of America. The history of innovation at The Hall of Presidents continues to this day. In addition to updating the show’s content, Imagineers have incorporated the latest in theatrical design and Audio-Animatronics technology. Landmark moments in history come alive on a panoramic 180-degree screen that transports guests across more than 200 years of the American story. High-impact projection, sound, lighting and other enhancements take guests into rare and indelible moments in history that helped define a nation. As has been the tradition with every new president since the attraction debuted, an Audio-Animatronics figure of President Donald J. Trump has been added to the show and features the latest advances in technology that enable smoother and more lifelike movements. President Trump personally recorded remarks exclusively for The Hall of Presidents, just as each sitting president has done for the attraction since the early 1990s. Rich in innovative storytelling and tradition, The Hall of Presidents carries a legacy and passion for American history that has been part of Disney Parks for more than 50 years. View the full article

Will Mickey Mouse take up juggling? Cirque du Soleil on Monday announced the first details about the show that will replace the long-running “La Nouba” in the distinctive white tentlike building at Disney Springs. The new show will “draw its inspiration from Disney's heritage of animation,” according... View the full article

Cirque du Soleil today announced the first details about the show that will replace the long-running “La Nouba” in the distinctive white tent-like building at Disney Springs. “La Nouba” which opened in 1998 will close Dec. 31. The new show is being created by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group... View the full article

Hey Guys! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re talking about the Hidden Gem Dining Spots at Disneyland! Mint Julep Disneyland is home to some really great food and today we’re sharing some of our favorite hidden gems! If you’re headed to Disneyland for the first time you might not know about some of the more “secret” spots to find great food. And even if you’re a regular visitor it’s always good to get a reminder of these out-of-the-way places! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know about your favorite Disneyland hidden gem! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: New Video: Hidden Gem Dining Spots That May Surprise You! New DFB Video: Stage Door Cafe in Disneyland’s Frontierland — A Hidden Gem! New DFB Video: Tajin Dole Whip Hack in Disneyland View the full article

Walt Disney will probably look at one of two internal candidates to lead ESPN, according to a person with knowledge of the matter, after John Skipper unexpectedly stepped down because of a substance addiction.Programming boss Connor Schell and distribution chief Justin Connolly are likely internal... View the full article

Earlier this year, we announced that “La Nouba” by Cirque du Soleil would be taking its final bow at Disney Springs on New Year’s Eve 2018. As the curtain closes on this fan favorite, it’s fitting that we share some exciting news about the future of the long-lasting relationship between Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Nearly twenty years after teaming up to bring “La Nouba” to the stage, the two entertainment companies are working together on a new collaboration. This original show will be created by Cirque du Soleil and will pay homage to Disney’s rich history of animation, with a vivid story told in a way that only Cirque du Soleil can deliver. Daniel Lamarre, President and CEO of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, elaborated, sharing “We are incredibly inspired by Disney’s immense creative universe. We are convinced that bringing Disney’s magic to life on stage will touch audiences and bring them back to their childhood.” An opening date for the new show has not been announced. Keep an eye on the Disney Parks Blog where we’ll continue to share details as they are finalized. In the meantime, if you’d like to experience the magic of “La Nouba” one more time, limited tickets are still available. Purchase tickets online today. View the full article

It’s a magical runDisney celebration that’s been 10 years in the making – the 2018 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend presented by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals! Featuring three fantasy-filled runs and one royal challenge, Princesses and Princes alike can look forward to a weekend straight out of a fairytale with a happily ever after ending with MEDALS. This year’s finisher medals highlight several different Disney Princesses, each with an incredible story. Take a look at what will be awaiting you at this year’s finish line: Running (and jumping, and leaping) into the race weekend celebration is the Disney Princess 5K. Have the best day ever with an exciting run with fun for the whole family (even Mother), no frying pans needed, and earn this Tangled-inspired medal! Runners, take aim for a thrilling 6.2-mile run during the Disney Princess Enchanted 10K featuring a “Brave”-inspired medal. This year’s finisher medal spotlights the courageous Scottish Princess while incorporating Celtic design. Find out who the fairest runner of them all is during the 2018 Disney Princess Half Marathon, celebrating its 10th anniversary! Whistle while you enjoy a gem of a 13.1-mile course to earn this year’s medal featuring “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” Our most regal participants, taking on the Disney Fairy Tale Challenge, completing both the Disney Princess Half Marathon and 10K, can look forward to earning this Cinderella-inspired medal which incorporates a nod to its 5th Anniversary. Joining us this February for the royal celebration? Let us know which race you’ll be participating in using the hashtag #PrincessHalf on our social channels! Follow runDisney on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and Pinterest! To learn more about other runDisney events, please visit us here! View the full article

In just a few weeks, we’ll be kicking off another season of Star Wars Day at Sea aboard the Disney Fantasy! With so many new experiences coming to the daylong celebration (see my previous post for more details), you’ll have more chances than ever for galactic adventures in 2018. To prepare your family for the out-of-this-galaxy fun, check out these top ten ways to experience Star Wars Day at Sea … 1. Choose your costume wisely. Before you even step on the ship, choose a side and plan your day’s attire. Whether you resemble Jedi, Wookiees, droids, Stormtroopers or other iconic Star Wars characters, dressing up adds to the fun for young and old alike. 2. Indulge in the Star Wars films. In the days leading up to the epic celebration, check out all of the Star Wars feature films in the Buena Vista Theatre, culminating in a showing of the newest film, Star Wars: The Last Jedi. 3. Encounter heroes who inspire you. New in 2018, you are guaranteed a time to meet and take photographs with C-3PO and R2-D2, Chewbacca and Darth Vader. Before you even step onboard, reserve these character encounters on disneycruise.com. 4. Celebrate with other fans. The family costume party in the atrium is one of the day’s epic events not to be missed. It’s a great chance to celebrate your love for Star Wars and meet other fans who share your affinity. 5. Be open to making new friends. You never know who you might meet roaming the ship. Jawas, Rebels, Storm Troopers and others are often spotted out on the deck. Plus, your kids can meet C-3PO, Storm Troopers and more at Star Wars: Command Post in the youth club. 6. Make it a family adventure. Share your love for Star Wars with your kids by joining the special activities for families, such as droid racing in the atrium, learning to draw your favorite Star Wars characters, and helping track the Porgs wreaking havoc throughout the ship. 7. Send your kids to Resistance training. At Star Wars: Command Post, Younglings can embark on an action-packed training adventure with members of the Resistance who will teach them how to hone their skills to defeat First Order Stormtroopers. 8. Cheer as Padawans face the dark side. In “Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple,” Force-sensitive children can learn the ways of the Jedi and use their new-found skills in a final face-off with Darth Vader and, new to 2018, Kylo Ren. 9. Watch the epic saga come to life on stage. The “Summon the Force” deck celebration is where you can unleash the Force during games, music and a galactic dance party. The event features stunts, special effects and favorite Star Wars characters, including Rey for the first time in 2018. 10. Get inspired by a stunning fireworks show. The day’s grand finale is a spectacular pyrotechnics display set to John Williams’ iconic music. Both lifelong Star Wars fans and those new to the adventure are sure to get chills as you watch the pyrotechnic show with family by your side. Star Wars Day at Sea returns to the Disney Fantasy from January to April 2018. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog as we share more about the incredible experiences you’ll have during this epic day on your family’s Caribbean cruise vacation! View the full article

Guests have a new way to enjoy the magic from Disney Parks with the release of a Bluetooth enabled Made with Magic: 3.0 Connected Ear Hat. This item is the latest in a colorful collection of accessories that light up and flash to the beat during popular nighttime shows at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. This new hat, however, interacts at home in a way never before seen with Made with Magic products. By using the in-app Color Remote on the Shop Disney Parks app, guests can change the color and speed of the strobe effect on the hat’s ears. The app also syncs the hat with special television broadcasts such as “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Celebration” coming to ABC on the morning of December 25. Simply open the Shop Disney Parks app to the “Magic Events” tab during a Made with Magic event and delight as your ears and the app shine along with the songs. Look for this new ear hat in select merchandise locations throughout Disney Parks. Guests can also find the hat by visiting Shop Disney Parks or on the Shop Disney Parks mobile app. View the full article

Today, we’re sharing with you our latest visit to Garden Grill Restaurant for Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Harvest Feast Dinner! Learn About: Garden Grill Restaurant Epcot Restaurants Disney World Restaurants Garden Grill is basically one of my favorite character meals. First, it’s a character meal with really great interaction. And while Chip ‘n’ Dale are the headliners, here, you also get to hang out with Farmer Mickey and Pluto! But beyond the characters, we enjoy the unique ambiance that Garden Grill offers. If you’ve never visited the restaurant, wait ’til you see what it does! Yes — DOES! We’ve also had some pretty fantastic meals here. Breakfast is virtually a tradition for my family. But today, we’re visiting in the evening. We’ve enjoyed past dinners here. Let’s see if the trend continues. Atmosphere Looking for Garden Grill Restaurant? Hang a right after Spaceship Earth and head toward The Land Pavilion in Future World West. The Land Pavilion Walkways line the perimeter walls inside the building and lead you down to the pavilion’s three levels, which host The Circle of Life film on the right, and Living with the Land, Soarin’, and Sunshine Seasons (one of our favorite counter service spots) on the bottom. There’s also an elevator if you’d prefer it to walking. The Land Ceiling You’ll find the Garden Grill directly across from the entrance. Garden Grill Sign And here’s where we talk about what Garden Grill does: it rotates. In fact, it’s the only restaurant in Orlando — and only one of a handful in the world — that spins. Now, just in case the thought of a rotating restaurant doesn’t sound all that appetizing, we promise you that Garden Grill spins at a snail’s pace. We aren’t talking spinning teacups here. Garden Grill Wide View Why does it spin? Well, there’s more than one way to check out the attractions within Living with the Land! As the restaurant rotates, guests are treated to scenes from the ride. This mural acts as sort of a gateway. Garden Grill Mural You’ll visit a farmhouse — or see it from above, anyway. I think this scene is particularly fun, because you get to look inside one of the windows from this vantage point! Farmhouse Scene in Living with the Land You’ll also see extremes in landscapes. As you view a rainforest scene, and watch it morph into a desert scene as you travel. Rainforest Transition from Rainforest to Desert The Desert Your vehicle for sightseeing is your table, of course. Tables are arranged in a sort of stadium seating pattern on two levels around the restaurant. Top tier tables are your garden variety rectangular tables, like you see here. Table and Seating On the lower level, semi-circular booths face out, giving you the best view of the scenes you pass. Garden Grill booth Larger Booth — Family Side And did you notice? Mickey makes an appearance before your meal ever starts! Mickey Table Setting :) And that brings me to Reason Number Two that you might want to visit Garden Grill: the characters. Let’s check ‘em out. Characters One of my top reasons for visiting Garden Grill is the character interaction. In fact, it’s one of my Top Two Favorite Character Meals in Walt Disney World! Of course, I love when I can see Mickey during a character meet and greet. And here, he’s dressed in his farmer finest. Mickey Mouse Mickey is joined by his faithful pup sidekick, Pluto. Pluto But this is, after all, Chip ‘n’ Dale’s gig. So you’re sure to see the playful pair as you enjoy your dinner. Chip Sad Dale And that’s one of the coolest things about Garden Grill — it’s not just the stellar character interaction, but the amount of interaction you get. The restaurant is fairly small in size, so that means you normally have the chance to visit with characters more than once during your meal. Eats So we’ve talked about the fact that Garden Grill rotates, thus making it something kinda special. And, of course, any day that you can share your meal with Chip ‘n’ Dale and Friends is gonna be a good one. But how about the food? Well, the good news is — that’s pretty great, too. Garden Grill serves its meals family style, meaning that shareable platters are brought to the table, and you can ask for more of anything you like. That also means that everyone dining has the choice of a non-alcoholic beverage as part of the prix fixe price of his or her meal. But if you’d like, you can also order from a list of special drinks, including cocktails, mocktails, beer, and wine. Special Drinks Menu — Click to Enlarge Wine Menu — Click to Enlarge You don’t really choose what you’re getting at Garden Grill (unless you have special dietary needs; talk to your server in that case). The offerings are pretty much standard. You’ll start with warm Dinner Rolls, served with a side of Whipped Butter. Rolls with Whipped Butter Next comes the Harvest-Inspired Farmer’s Salad. During our visit, the salad included greens, hard boiled egg, radishes, and grape tomatoes. It’s lightly dressed with a creamy dressing. Harvest-Inspired Farmer’s Salad The main course is the combination platter with sliced Homestyle Pot Roast, sliced Turkey Breast, and Italian Sausage served with sautéed Peppers and Onions. Sides on the platter include Mashed Potatoes and Bacon and Leek Stuffing. The Italian Sausage is new, having replaced the previously served Sustainable Fish of the Day. Platter of Meats, Mashed Potatoes, Dressing, and Gravy But that’s not all. You get additional veggie sides, like Green Beans and Sweet Potatoes, plus Macaroni and Cheese. Platter of Sides — Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, and Sweet Potato Fries For dessert, it’s a shareable Short Cake topped with Fruit Compote and Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream. Short Cake Some folks may call this a cobbler. Whatever name you give it, the rich cake and super saucy berry topping is a winner with everyone at the table. Nosh or Not? You’ll enjoy Garden Grill if: You’re looking for a great character meal that combines great food, MICKEY, and more fun aspects You have a nostalgic affinity for Epcot (Living with the Land!!!) You’re touring Epcot with small children. The rest of the table service restaurants in Epcot can be ho hum for little kids. You may want to skip Garden Grill if: You’ve got a busy touring day and would rather stick to counter service You’re in an adults-only party and nobody much cares about characters Overall After lots of visits, I still love Garden Grill Restaurant. I think I’ve laid out a pretty convincing argument. When you visit Garden Grill, you’re getting a three-way combo of unique environment, great characters, and excellent (and plentiful) food. And when it comes to characters and kids, I personally lean toward a character meal where the food comes to you, because it’s so much easier to juggle kids, characters, and food when you don’t have to worry about visiting a buffet. But even beyond the convenience of Garden Grill, the characters, and the novelty of the place, I think this place just offers really great food. It may be kind of standard fare, but it’s thoughtfully prepared. And when you’re paying Disney prices, it’s great when you can enjoy a character meal as much for the food as for everything else. If you haven’t tried it before, book an advance dining reservation for Garden Grill Restaurant. I think you’ll be pleased. Read Our Review of Garden Grill’s Breakfast Options Here! Now, I’d love to hear from you! Is Garden Grill Restaurant one of your favorites? Let us know in comments! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Review: Chip N’ Dale’s Harvest Feast Breakfast at Garden Grill Restaurant in Epcot Review: Chip N’ Dale’s NEW Harvest Feast Breakfast at Epcot’s Garden Grill Review: Dinner at Garden Grill Restaurant in Disney World’s Epcot View the full article

With this weekend’s exciting update on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, we wrapped our first-ever 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas here on the blog. Many of you joined us every day for updates on new offerings coming to Walt Disney Parks & Resorts in 2018 and beyond. But if you missed one or two, we’re kicking off the week with a special look at the entire 12 days. On the first day of our 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas, we shared with you – an exciting update that Pixar Play Parade will bring even more of your favorite Pixar stories to life with the addition of three new story elements when it returns April 13 to the Disneyland Resort as part of the limited-time Pixar Fest celebration. We continued our announcements with new details about enhancements debuting late this summer at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort at the Walt Disney World Resort. The third day of our series included two announcements. First, we shared an update that the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival is expanding to six weeks in 2018. We then published an update that Shanghai Disneyland is expanding on April 26 with the opening of Disney Toy Story Land. The series moved into its first weekend with new images and details about the Disney Skyliner transportation system that’ll give you an unforgettable journey and a picturesque view of the Walt Disney World Resort. On the same day, we shared a new rendering showing you how the Hong Kong Disneyland Castle will reach new heights with its upcoming transformation. As we approached the halfway point of the series, we shared an update from Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa and its new premium experience featuring Moana. On the sixth day of the 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas, we looked ahead to the Epcot International Festival of the Arts and shared the 2018 Disney on Broadway line-up. A new week began with an update on a new show coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom featuring Russell and Dug from Disney•Pixar’s “UP” film. And we revealed some new Star Wars Day at Sea experiences with Disney Cruise Line. Experiences include the Dark Side, the Resistance, the droid and more. An update from Disney Springs led the ninth day of our series as we revealed new details for Terralina Crafted Italian. The new venue is coming in early 2018. Our announcements continued with a first look at a working model of Pixar Pier showing newly themed areas at Disney California Adventure Park. We followed our update from Disney California Adventure Park with another update that “The Incredibles” will join the high-speed action when the Incredicoaster opens this summer. And we wrapped the 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas news with a special update from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. We hope you’re as excited as we are about the updates included in our first-ever 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas series. Be sure to keep checking the Disney Parks Blog in 2018 for more updates on many of these stories and more. View the full article

The Disneyland and the Walt Disney World Resorts truly turn into winter wonderlands when our theme parks and resorts are decorated for the holidays. Larger-than-life themed Christmas trees, miles of lights, garland and wreaths really bring the spirit of the season alive for our guests this time of year. Want to take a peek behind the scenes to see how the magic is made? “Decorating Disney: Holiday Magic,” hosted by Whoopi Goldberg, will air tonight at 8 p.m. ET., as a part of Freeform’s annual “25 Days of Christmas” programming lineup. With special co-hosts Disney Channel’s “Descendants” star Sofia Carson and “Dancing with the Stars” winner Jordan Fisher, the festive one-hour event will reveal how the holiday magic comes alive at the Disneyland and the Walt Disney World Resorts. “As a longtime friend of Mickey, there’s no place I’d rather spend the holidays than at the Happiest Place on Earth,” Whoopi said. “To see the incredible work that goes into turning the parks into a winter wonderland is truly magical, and I’m so happy to be a part of it.” View the full article

Star Wars fans gathered at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Saturday and were rewarded with a few new images of the upcoming Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge land coming in 2019. Disney creative executive Scott Trowbridge shared the images on the Disney Parks Blog, and detailed the event he attended alongside... View the full article

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and one of the most magical places you can be this season is at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Park. Mickey and his friends will be decked out in their holiday attire to greet you and your family is in for an evening of spectacular parades, hot cocoa and did we mention snow on Main Street, U.S.A.? Along with “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Parade,” Guests can also enjoy the joyful holiday stage show, “Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration,” and witness Queen Elsa transform Cinderella Castle to a beautiful ice palace. Select attractions will also be in operation throughout the party, giving young and old the opportunity to enjoy such attractions as Peter Pan’s Flight and Dumbo the Flying Elephant with virtually no wait! Want to try something new this year at Mickey’s Very Merry Party? Disney Parks Moms Panelist, Faith, recommends making a reservation for the Holiday Wishes Dessert Premium Package. “I think adding the Holiday Wishes Fireworks Dessert Party is a fantastic way to maximize your time at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. No matter which plan of action you take, be sure not to miss “Holiday Wishes Fireworks– Celebrate the Spirit of the Season,” a fireworks show set to your favorite holiday tunes. The sky will be filled with lights, while your heart will be filled with the magic of the holiday season. For more tips or to ask questions about planning your holiday Disney vacation, be sure to visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized response from our knowledgeable panel. View the full article

In our Disney Doodles blog series, different Disney artists imagine what a certain character would do or see first if they had the chance to visit a Walt Disney World theme park. With Christmas fast approaching, artist Ashley Taylor found inspiration for today’s Doodle in this season’s spirit of giving. One of our most “giving” characters? Robin Hood, of course! “Robin Hood is so generous, it’s easy to imagine him wanting to share his popcorn so all of the critters from his forest can enjoy it too!” Ashley said. View the full article

Happy Sunday! We hope you’re having a relaxing weekend before the holiday madness beings! It’s time to kick back, relax with a cuppa tea (or hot cocoa) and catch up on this week’s food news! Sweet Florida Lime Shave Ice The 2017 Epcot Festival of the Holidays has started and we have all the booth menus and FOOD PICTURES for EVERY Booth! The Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure is happening, too, and we have all the details, including all the booth menus and food photos! And, it’s time to pre-order the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Use code WDW2018 at check-out to get 25% off the cover price and get the current edition for FREE immediately! We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News We reviewed the Bayou Burger and the Fried Shrimp at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside. We checked out the Shave Ice at Okalani’s Shave Ice at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Check out the latest artist renderings and information on the Disney Skyliner. We took a hard hat tour of The Edison, Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Enzo’s Hideaway, and Pizza Ponte! Ring in the New Year with a buffet dinner at Epcot’s World Showplace. The price of Disney’s Refillable Mugs has increased! Tickets are available for New Year’s Eve at The Edison! Join the DFB Newsletter and be entered for a chance to win a Holiday Gift Box. Captain Phasma Steins debut in Disneyland! Check out the Glühwein Chocolate Bars in Epcot’s Germany Pavilion. Star Wars ice cream is coming to Ample Hills Creamery at Disney’s BoardWalk! Raglan Road celebrated National Lager Day! The dates have been announced for the 2018 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival. New DFB YouTube videos: Top 5 Disney World Resorts for Food! and Best Disney World Restaurants for Vegan and Vegetarian Food. Check out all the latest Disney Food News — even the stuff we don’t mention in posts on the blog! — on our Disney Food News Pin Board, including menu updates, restaurant closures, special events, and more! We’ve got all the latest for you, so check it out before you go. New DFB Video: Best Disney World Restaurants for Vegan and Vegetarian Food Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got great content going up twice a week showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video – the Best Disney World Restaurants for Vegan and Vegetarian Food! Check it out below — and subscribe here. Deal of the Week: Pre-Order the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining It’s time to pre-order the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 e-book! Pre-Order the 2018 Guide today with code WDW2018 to get this special deal!! 1. 25% OFF your pre-order purchase! And… 2. The updated 2017 2nd Edition of the Guide immediately for FREE. Just use code WDW2018 at checkout! (We’ll send the 2018 Edition directly to your inbox as soon as it’s published after the New Year.) Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book, 2018 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our 2017 Edition immediately for FREE, so you can start planning TODAY! With over 600 pages of full-color photos, tips on the best restaurants, an ENTIRE chapter on snacks — including the best snack credit values throughout the parks and resorts — and a full break-down of whether the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for your family, now’s the time to get started! What’s in the DFB Guide? The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2018 Edition is full to overflowing with tools and features to make your trip go smoothly, including: A 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, covering everything you need to know from budgeting and booking to kids’ meals, dining discounts, and fireworks. A comprehensive and in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, including our personal tips to ensure a positive and stress-free dining experience. Four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip. These worksheets are designed to help you execute all the steps of planning the perfect Disney dining experience. And they’re reusable for all of your future trips! Seven sample one-day dining itineraries for a head-start on planning. A comprehensive index of bars and lounges WITH reviews. An often under-appreciated option for both dining and entertainment, the e-Book devotes a whole index to the topic. The ability to be read on your mobile device or computer! It’s fully portable right in your pocket! DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Sample Page We put a ton of time and effort (and research) into ensuring that we are sharing with you the most relevant, up to date Disney Food Information that’s available. We do this so that you can plan your own Disney visit with confidence, and have the trip of a lifetime, every time. You can pre-order your copy today for 25% off the cover price and get the 2017 2nd Edition immediately for FREE!! Just use code WDW2018! The 2018 Edition will be emailed to you as soon as it’s published in early 2018. DFB Reader Finds If you find a fun new food — or other edible awesomeness — in or around Disney, share a photo with us on facebook or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds each Sunday. If you’re visiting the Festival of Holidays in Disney California Adventure be sure to stop by the Spicy Celebrations booth and get the Nashville Hot Fried Turkey with Dill Pickles just like DFB reader Jon Bisceglia did! Nashville Hot Turkey and Beer – a great combo! Earlier this fall we told you about the new Baked Mac and Cheese with Pulled Pork at Flame Tree Barbecue in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. DFB reader Andaus Schramlbauer took our advice and checked it out – and said “thanks for the tip!” You’re welcome! ;-D You need to eat this! Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share your photos with us! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared tips on adding some Disney to your house for the holidays! WDW for Grownups shared information on the Gingerbread Academy at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe for Three Kings Bread from Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays. Disney Family shared a recipe for a Millennium Falcon Gingerbread Ship! Have a great week! We’ll see you back here tomorrow with another great Disney food review! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! 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We continued our special 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas series with a new batch of stories featuring new offerings coming to Walt Disney Parks & Resorts in 2018 and beyond. Our latest updates included first details about a new show coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom featuring Russell and Dug from Disney•Pixar’s “UP” film, a first look at a working model of Pixar Pier showing newly themed areas at Disney California Adventure Park and a special update from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Here is this week’s complete list: New show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Feature Russell, Dug from Disney•Pixar’s “UP” All New Star Wars Day at Sea Experiences Revealed New Details Revealed for Terralina Crafted Italian, Coming to Disney Springs in Early 2018 Working Model of Pixar Pier Shows Newly Themed Areas Coming Summer 2018 to Disney California Adventure Park The Incredibles Join the High-Speed Action When Incredicoaster Opens this Summer at Disney California Adventure Park Update From Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Take a look at some of the other stories we worked on this week. Behind the Scenes at the ‘Flurry of Fun’ Celebration at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Guests are having a “flurry of fun” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this holiday season. This park-wide celebration includes Sunset Seasons Greetings, an immersive new nighttime experience that wraps all of Sunset Boulevard in holiday magic with jolly decorations. Disney Parks Sweet Treats: December 2017 – This month, Sweet Treats has a little bit of holiday spirit at Magic Kingdom Park and Epcot! We’ve got peppermint-flavored goodness, cupcakes and more to share with you. 5 Ways to Fill Your Social Networks with Holly Jolly Posts at Walt Disney World Resort – It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Walt Disney World Resort. From tasty treats to festive holiday spectaculars, tis the season to be jolly with friends across all four theme parks, Disney resorts and Disney Springs. So, if you happen to be around the Vacation Kingdom during this magical time, consider these photo-ops that will make your social media accounts merry and bright. Mickey Mouse Helps Surprise Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida with $1.1M Donation – Just in time for the holidays, Disney Parks is lifting spirits and keeping future’s bright for thousands of children and teens of Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida. Inside Look: First Official Appearance of Iron Man, Star-Lord, Gamora and Groot on a Disney Ship During Marvel Day at Sea – Boasting the largest collection of Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains ever assembled on a cruise ship, Marvel Day at Sea offers heroic encounters of epic proportions. Rock Ugly Christmas Sweater Day With These New Styles at Disney Parks – we’re celebrate the quirkiest styles of holiday T-shirts, sweaters and sweatshirts by sharing a look at several new styles that debuted as a part of our Disney Parks Happy Holidays Collection this year. View the full article

To wrap up the 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas news, I’m pleased to share a few of the details we revealed at tonight’s Star Wars: Galactic Nights panel. I was honored to be a part of this inside look at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge along with my fellow Imagineers Robin Reardon and Chris Beatty, and Doug Chiang from Lucasfilm, and now I’m excited to share the news with all of you! We talked a lot about authenticity – how we are building a real place in the Star Wars universe and how we are working hard to get the details right. One of my favorite examples is the Millennium Falcon. We’ve all seen her on screen, but until you climb through that hatch, walk through her hallways, sit inside the cockpit, power her up and actually FLY her yourself, it’s not quite the same. Here is a photo of the inside of the ship as we are getting her ready and I can’t wait for you to see her yourself! Additionally, Doug highlighted some other examples of the team’s progress, including building a fleet of full-size X-wing starfighters. One tap on the metal side of these ships tells you that they are real, and ready for action! We also discussed the depth of storytelling you can find in this remote outpost. Chris shared some of his experiences researching the exotic markets of Istanbul and Marrakech. They were a great source of inspiration for the marketplace in our village where we can explore a rich collection of shops and merchant stalls. Chris shared a great example of one overseen by a Toydarian, one of the creatures we first encountered on Tatooine in “Star Wars: The Phantom Menace.” So what does he sell? Toys, of course! Here is a piece of concept art for what that toy stall will look like. And inside, you’ll be able to discover all kinds of fun and cool toys straight out of the Star Wars galaxy. Exclusive to this outpost, all these offerings look hand-crafted by local artisans. We looked at some of them recently and they’re going to be really fun, unique, and completely in-story. So again, thanks to everyone who came out to see us at Star Wars: Galactic Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. And thanks for checking in here on the blog. I look forward to sharing more with you soon. View the full article

As if “Star Wars” fans needed more stimulation on “Last Jedi” weekend, a virtual-reality experience called Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire has debuted at Disney Springs. The attraction, presented by a company called the Void, will help fanboys and others get their stormtrooper on. Without being... View the full article

Yesterday was National Cupcake Day and we posted some pics that are just too sweet to not share again. Click through our Instagram gallery above to see highlights from Alex’s full blog post. Which would you choose? The peppermint cupcake? How about a gingerbread one? Or cinnamon-vanilla? View the full article

Stewie Griffin, meet Mickey Mouse. The foulmouthed toddler of Fox’s animated series “Family Guy” is a diaper-clad troublemaker whose florid vocabulary and diabolical machinations probably would get him kicked out of the Magic Kingdom. But with Walt Disney Co.’s game-changing plan to acquire key... View the full article