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Greetings Disney Parks Blog readers! Our Marvel Day at Sea voyages are just around the corner, with action-packed fun and entertainment in store. To help you get into the Super Hero spirit for the adventures that lie ahead, we joined forces with Disney fashion expert Leslie Kay – creator of the DisneyBound blog – to share inspiration and tips for expressing your own super personality. What’s better than being boss? Being Captain, of course! Every ship has at least one captain, but when the Marvel Universe assembles on the Disney Magic, Captain America is at the helm. Cap will make appearances throughout the ship and you too can exemplify his courage, heroism and patriotism in your Captain America-inspired look. You can do this all day! Styling tips from Leslie: Some sort of striping around the midsection is key. The rest is color blocking. Blue on the arms and legs and red around the wrists and feet. Any sort of star or Americana accessories work. For more ideas to express your Super Hero “character”istics and to get a glimpse at what you can expect during this epic event, keep following along on the Disney Parks Blog as we reveal more Marvel Day at Sea fun in store. View the full article

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You’re going to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Hooray! Ok. Now what? In 2017, the Epcot Food and Wine Festival will take place August 31 through November 13. That’s 75 days of discovering new dishes, enjoying interesting wines, and learning about exciting cocktails and craft beers. But unless you’re independently wealthy, you probably won’t be enjoying the entire two and a half month stretch. Luckily, we know a thing or two about planning a GREAT Epcot Food and Wine Festival trip. We’ve even compiled our best tips in our DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Food and Wine Festival, available right now for pre-order. To get you started on everything from choosing your dates, to what to pack, and how you pay for it all, let’s check out our best tips for Preparing for the Epcot Food and Wine Festival, From Start to Finish. 1) Schedule Your Dates It may seem basic, but get the calendar out and decide when you’d like to visit. But really, it’s not so basic, right? There are all kinds of things to consider: When are crowds the largest? What’s the weather like? And OMG is Hanson going to be there this year??? (Spoiler Alert: Yep. They are.) OMG! Hanson! (©Hanson) Unfortunately, with respect to schedules, if you have to plan in advance, you’re going to have to do so with some unknowns. Disney always puts out the final schedule of events, for everything from Special Events to Demonstrations and Seminars, pretty much at the last minute. Even Eat to the Beat is coming later and later (although we do have that full lineup — see it here!) Beverage Seminar Our suggestion? Plan as much as you can based upon weather, crowds, and a general idea of when Special Events have taken place historically. For a look back at all of the details of previous Festivals, check out our Disney Food and Wine Festivals Page. Of course, if you have the luxury of waiting until the last minute, stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog and join the DFB Newsletter. We’ll have every date you need as soon as they’re all available. 2) Buy the DFB Guide to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival I know. It’s like, “Hmmmm, DFB. Do I really need to buy your book?” But yeah. Ya kinda do. We take our work here at DFB very seriously. We know you guys look to us to provide all of the latest Disney food news and information you need to plan your visits and trips. And that goes double for Food and Wine! So our work on the festival never really stops, as we offer you the most comprehensive coverage you can find on the festival anywhere. And here’s the thing: it doesn’t all fit on Disney Food Blog. So we dive deep in the DFB Guide to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. Want to know when and where and how many times your favorite chef appears? We can tell you. How about a complete schedule of every event happening every day of the festival? No problem. Wait, will your favorite beer be at the Hops & Barley Booth in 2017? We can tell you that. How about pictures of nearly every food item that will be served at the booths? You betcha. And what about extra fun and helpful stuff, like touring strategies and crawls? Yep, we have that too. There’s no better source out there for festival coverage. No. Better. Source. Believe me, we’ve looked! So for the price of one visit to the Canada Booth (less actually!), get your pre-order of the 2017 DFB Guide to the Food and Wine Festival, and have everything you need at your fingertips. And even better — pre-order now, and the 2016 version is yours for FREE as an immediate download! Use code ENJOY for a 20% discount. 3) Look at Disney Food Blog’s Food and Wine Festival Pages For All the Details I can’t say this enough: check out our full list of Epcot Food and Wine pages, starting with our Main Festival Page. We cover it all. Every event, every menu item, every detail of the Food and Wine Festival from start to finish. Wanna Know Everything That’s Going to Be at the Morocco Booth? We Can Tell You! So when you’re planning for your trip, be sure to visit our Main Festival Page, where you’ll find links to everything — Booth Menus, Special Events, Low Cost Seminars and Demos — even the Eat to the Beat Concert Schedule. Bookmark the Main Page and check back frequently for updates. Preparation Area at Chef’s Showcase We’ll be bringing them to you right up to the beginning of the festival — and beyond! 4) Ready — Set — Call! Booking dates for Epcot Food and Wine Festival events are some of the most highly anticipated pieces of info we await each year. The reason for this is that some special events and even low cost seminars will sell out on the first day of booking. So if there are particular events or personalities you’re especially keen to experience or see, you’d best be on the horn early on opening day. Chef Warren Brown Do keep in mind that certain groups — Annual Passholders, DVC Owners, Golden Oak Residents, and Disney Chase Visa Cardholders — have been able to take advantage of early booking windows for some events (mostly seminars and demos) during previous years. If you belong to one of these groups, pay close attention. We’ll be telling you the day that phone lines will open so you can book before the general public gets access. Champagne Tasting So, just what can you expect the day the lines open? It can be a little crazy. Expect long waits and Cast Members who don’t necessarily have all the information (although many are totes awesome and try their very best to assist you however they can.) For more details, check out this helpful post on what to expect on peak booking days. REMEMBER: You will be able to book some events online at epcotfoodfestival.com on booking day! We suggest having two phones on hold with the Disney dining line, and trying to book online as well. 5) Essentials for Your Packing List So you’ve made your reservations and you’re ready to pack — hooray! You’ll be strolling the World Showcase Promenade, enjoying a Le Passion Martini in no time. La Passion Martini Slush But what should you take? We’ve got a couple of suggestions to make your trip even more awesome! (You knew we would.) Comfortable Shoes. Well, this goes for any visit to Disney, but especially when you’re walking hither and yon in Epcot. These Shoes Are Made For Walkin’. (No. Seriously. They Are.) You’re going to be doing a lot of walking as you cover all the booths. And if you plan to do Special Events, Culinary Demos, or Beverage Seminars, that’s even more steps on your Fitbit as you hit the booths in World Showcase, and then walk allllllll the way back to Festival Center for your scheduled events. Be sure that you’ve chosen wisely when it comes to footwear. Sorry, but leave the Louboutins at home. Start Your Planning NOW! News! The DFB Guide to the 2017 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book is now available for pre-order! And if you pre-order the 2017 edition, you get the 2016 edition (with TONS of great info!) for FREE!!! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2017 edition today and we’ll immediately send you the 2016 edition for FREE to get started on planning right away! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% discount! Be sure to stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for all of the latest coverage about the 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival. We’ll have the details FIRST! Elastic Waistbands. We always figure that a Disney Day will involve lots of eating, but that’s even more true at the Food and Wine Festival. So pace yourself, get in an extra workout (or two) — and pack those stretchy pants. Or even better — this Haunted Mansion Skirt. (Hey — comfortable can be cute too, ya know.) Squeeeeee! A Tray. One of the best tips that we can give you is to bring a tray and plan to use it when you’re at the festival. Buying one of everything at the Marketplace Booths is no joke, you guys. It’s not easy to carry multiple paper boats full of food without spilling something (and you can forget about the drinks). Do what the Disney pros do — us! — and pack a tray. DFB Tray FTW! They’re super cheap to pick up on Amazon, and you can jeuge it up any way you like. We personally think they look AWESOME sporting a DFB Bumper Sticker. Get yours here. Sunscreen and a Poncho. Make no mistake — October in Florida is definitely different than in other parts of the country, and sunscreen is still a must. But the weather can also be a little unpredictable, as Florida is going through that weird time of year where the afternoon thunderstorms are a little less sporadic — but can still totally happen. Rain, Rain Go Away. And Stop Turning the Food and Wine Festival Into a Sauna. So pack a poncho or umbrella as well as your SPF 50 so that you’re prepared rain or shine. 6) Going Cashless: Gift Cards and Magic Bands There are a couple super cool fun ways to go cashless at the festival’s marketplace booths. What you decide to use all comes down to preference, but there are definitely some reasons you might want to consider it. Let’s look at gift cards first. Reloadable Gift Cards Prepaid gift cards are a great way to budget. Know you want to spend only a certain amount on festival goodies? Load the card with that amount, keep track on your receipts, and when you’re done, you’re done! Second, festival gift cards are easy to use. They’re small and come attached to a little bracelet that makes them wearable, which makes your transactions at each booth a breeze, and way easier than fumbling with cash or pulling out a credit card at every stop. But if you’d like to simplify your life even further, don’t forget that you can pay for purchases at booths with a tap of your Magic Band. Again, this makes life a whole lot easier as you cruise the booths. And did we mention you can use your Disney Dining Plan snack credits to pay for many of the booth items!? Just keep in mind that it’s mighty easy to rack up a giant bill if you aren’t keeping track. 7) Leave Room to Be Spontaneous There is a lot happening at the festival every single day. While we strongly suggest that you plan ahead for which booths you’d like to visit, and schedule any demos or special events that you’d like to attend, we’d also advise you to leave a little wiggle room for some spontaneity. The Festival Center Information Desk Is Your Stop To Find Out What’s Available Each Day Check in at Festival Center to see what events might still be available the day you attend. Or find out which celebrity chefs are appearing, and see if you can get a wristband for a meet and greet. Sometimes, those impromtu opportunities turn out to be our most memorable experiences. Wanna Know More? Here’s everything we know so far about the 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Keep checking back. We’ll bring you all the latest Food and Wine Festival News First! 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Index 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booth and Menu Index 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations 2017 Eat to the Beat Concert Schedule Epcot Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon 2017 Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Food and Wine Festival 101 2016 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menus and FOOD PHOTOS 2016 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Gluten Free Items How to Book Epcot Food & Wine Festival Events To book all special events and demonstrations, call 407-WDW-FEST (939-3378) starting TBD. Join the Disney Food Blog Newsletter to find out as soon as we do about details and booking dates! Culinary Demonstrations and Beverage Seminars and general admission for some special events may be bookable online at www.epcotfoodfestival.com as well as by phone. Tables in Wonderland members, Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club Members, and Golden Oak Residents may be eligible for a $2 discount (per person, per event) for beverage and seminars and culinary demos taking place Mon-Thurs during the festival. These members will be able to book seminars and demos TBD. Discounts are by phone only at 407-WDW-FEST (939-3378). Stay tuned to DisneyFoodBlog.com and the Disney Food Blog Newsletter for details. Chase Disney Visa Cardholders can book select special events, demos, and seminars on TBD as well. A limited number of seats are available for the booking date. But we’ve talked long enough! Now we’d love to hear from you: what are your top tips for preparing to attend the Epcot Food and Wine Festival? Leave a comment and share your advice with us below! 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: 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Tip: How Many Days Should I Budget For the Festival? Epcot Food and Wine Festival Tip: Should I Bring My Kids to the Festival? Epcot Food and Wine Festival Tips: When Should I Visit the Festival? View the full article

We’re continuing our celebration of summer here on the Disney Parks Blog with a special opportunity to watch “The Music of Pixar LIVE! A Symphony of Characters” – our new limited-time concert event that showcases music from Pixar Animation Studios at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Our latest #DisneyParksLIVE stream will begin at 7:55 p.m. on June 29. A fresh story with live video will appear at the top of the Disney Parks Parks Blog on Thursday night before the show. We’ll begin the broadcast with some special behind-the-scenes looks at the show, so be sure to tune-in. Also, don’t forget, you can see “The Music of Pixar LIVE! A Symphony of Characters” nightly this summer at Theater of the Stars at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. And as always, to follow along on Twitter, use the hashtags #DisneyParksLIVE. View the full article

Since the Magic Kingdom Park opened in 1971, The Hall of Presidents has brought together a one-of-a-kind look at the office of the President of the United States through film and the magic of Disney’s Audio-Animatronics technology. Despite some media reports to the contrary, President Trump will have a speaking role in The Hall of Presidents, like every president since 1993. We have been working closely with the current White House — just as we have with previous administrations — and the president’s recording session has been scheduled. The attraction will re-open in late 2017. Whenever we refurbish one of our attractions, we take the opportunity to consider a broad range of enhancements. In this case, The Hall of Presidents is getting a new show, and a complete theater upgrade including a new sound system, lighting and high-definition projection system. The multi-screen viewing experience you may have seen in prior versions of the attraction is returning with an even wider vantage point of our country’s history. View the full article

Did someone in Chicago rub a magic lamp? I just learned that Disney Vacation Club Members can take advantage of special discounts* to select performances of Disney Theatrical Productions’ Aladdin at the Windy City’s Cadillac Palace Theatre. Valid for Tuesday (evening), Wednesday (matinee and evening), Thursday (evening), Friday (evening) and Sunday (evening) performances from July 5-Aug. 6, this special offer discounts main orchestra, dress circle and loge seats to $69 each, and rear orchestra, limited-view orchestra and balcony seats to $39 each. Simply order your tickets online and use promotion code 3ALI. Enjoy the show! *Valid on Tuesday-Friday and Sunday evening performances, July 5 through August 6. Offer not valid on prior purchased tickets and may not be combined with any other offer. ALL SALES FINAL. No exchanges or refunds. Not all seats are discounted. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply. Standard Ticketmaster service fees apply to online or phone orders. Dates, times, prices, and cast subject to change without notice. Over may be revoked without notice. Limit 14 tickets per person per 7 day period. All prices include a $3.00 facility fee. Tickets must be purchased by August 6, 2017. View the full article

Even if you aren’t planning a Hawaiian vacation for the summer, Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort is ready to fill you with the spirit of Aloha, as well as with some sensational island-themed food and drink, throughout summer 2017. The Downtown Disney Summer Celebration, sponsored by Dole Packaged Foods, is under way through Sept. 4, with more than a dozen special menu items available at the restaurants of Downtown Disney District and regular weekly appearances by the Polynesian performers of Tupua. Tupua will make its Downtown Disney Summer Celebration 2017 debut this Saturday evening, July 1, presenting its exciting exhibition of music, dance and color on the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage. During the rest of the celebration, the troupe will appear Friday evenings, July 7 through Sept. 1. You can savor special food and drink selections throughout the Downtown Disney Summer Celebration. Earl of Sandwich is featuring a Hawaiian BBQ Sandwich, while at ESPN Zone restaurant you can take in a summer baseball game while you enjoy a meal of Hawaiian Pork Sliders and Pineapple Upside Down Cake with a Summer Mojito. Haagen-Dazs offers a Banana Split Dazzler, Jamba Juice has Dole Fruit Bowls, and La Brea Bakery & Café has a selection that includes Scallops Al Pastor, Peach Cobbler with Vanilla Gelato, Blackberry Mint Cooler and a Blackberry Mojito. You can get Hawaiian BBQ Pizza at Naples Ristorante e Pizzeria and Napolini, or a Taste of the Islands Entrée at Rainforest Café. The summer menu at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen features Blackened Mahi Mahi, Peach Cobbler and Pineapple Milk Punch. Start with a Summer Salad at Tortilla Jo’s, follow up with Chorizo and Pineapple Flatbread at Uva Bar, and top it off with a Hawaiian Pretzel at Wetzel’s Pretzels. But…you probably don’t want to do it all in one visit. Fortunately, the Downtown Disney Summer Celebration continues daily through Sunday, Sept. 4. You’ll want to return many times with family and friends to sample everything. Have a wonderful Aloha Summer! View the full article

A hand-drawn map that shows Walt Disney's original ideas for Disneyland has sold at auction for $708,000. The founder of Van Eaton Galleries in Los Angeles says a private collector cast the winning bid Sunday. Mike Van Eaton says it is the most expensive Disneyland map ever sold. Walt Disney commissioned... View the full article

By now we’ve all seen images (or been in the thick!) of the massive crowds at Pandora — The World of AVATAR in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Pandora — The World of AVATAR We’ve braved those crowds to give you the skinny on eats at Satu’li Canteen (including breakfast!) and the drinks at Pongu Pongu. Oh, and let’s not forget the fun pre-packaged snacks exclusive to Pandora! (VEIN POD!!!!) Blueberry Almond Pandora Popcorn But as it turns out, folks have still gotta figure out a way to beat the crazy heat even in picturesque Pandora. So today we’re checking out what is thus far the only bottled drink and ice cream cart in the World’s newest land. Just like everything else in Pandora, the cart is themed its new home. As opposed to your typical Ice Cream Novelties Cart, you’re instead visiting ACE Mobile Treats (the “ACE,” of course, referring to Alpha Centauri Expeditions, the interplanetary travel company that helps humans like us explore Pandora today). ACE Mobile Treats Beverage offerings include standard bottled hydration options you’ll find elsewhere: bottles of Dasani, smartwater, and Powerade, along with Zico Coconut Water (here in Watermelon Raspberry) and vitaminwater (Dragonfruit flavored!). Pandora Snacks and Drinks Menu While the Mobile Treats are brought to you on behalf of Pandora-friendly ACE, we think the bottle display is slightly more reminiscent of the Resources Development Administration (RDA) that once infringed on the natural lands of the Na’vi. Maybe, just like at Satu’li Canteen, ACE refurbished the stand for its more peaceful purposes. Pandora Bottled Water Display So, those are the drinks. Now, how about those treats? At ACE Mobile Treats, you’ll find an assortment of Frozen Fruit Bars. You can pick up the No Sugar Added Strawberry Fruit Bar — a staple at ice cream carts all over Disney World. Or you could try the Outshine Coconut Fruit Bar which has been hanging around Animal Kingdom at a few other carts for a little while now. But we went for something new: the Fruits of Mo’ara Fruit Bar. Pandora Frozen Treats Menu The Valley of Mo’ara is, in Avatar lore, the place where Na’vi and humans live peacefully together. So it makes sense that such a verdant and lush ecosystem would produce impeccable fruits. Hence, the Fruits of Mo’ara Fruit Bar (so very fruity that “Fruit” appears twice in the name ). Simple packaging has just a bit of artwork. (A DFB reader found a very similar bar at Trader Joe’s in her hometown. Can anyone let us know in the comments if the packaging is the same??) Fruits of Mo’ara Bar Flavors include strawberry, lime, and raspberry, and because they are carefully layered, you sort of get to try each one separately. Fruits of Mo’ara Bar I say sort of because once this starts melting in the summer heat, you’ll just have to attack it from any drippy angle that you can. But that’s totally fine because all three fruity flavors work well together. Fruits of Mo’ara Bar Even with prominent, dense flavors, the bar’s sorbet-like texture keeps it light, cool, and refreshing. Fruits of Mo’ara Bar Remember: you can find the Strawberry Bars just about everywhere in Disney World, and the Coconut Bars at additional select carts around Animal Kingdom. But the Fruits of Mo’ara Fruit Bar is only available in Pandora. And as the summer heats up and the crowds continue to roll in, we’ll be on the lookout to see if even more unique snacks are on the way to Disney World’s newest land! Love Disney Snacks? Read on to learn all about a great offer! Don’t Miss Out on the ALL the Best Snacks Walt Disney World Has to Offer! Get four awesome e-Books bundled for 30% off the already discounted price! Limited time only… Our DFB Guide & Snacks Bundle offers: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World® Dining 2017 Second Edition, PLUS The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks, The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks, The DFB Guide to Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom Snacks (INCLUDES PANDORA SNACKS!) All four are being sold together — for 30% off the already hugely discounted bundle price. Use code BUNDLE17 at check out to get the discount. Our Snack Guides vibrantly display and review hundreds of Disney World snacks (!!), including classic favorites and some of our favorite under-the-radar treats and eats in the parks. Get your DFB Guide & Snacks Bundle — including the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2017 Second Edition, the DFB Guide to Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom Snacks, the DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks, and the DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks — for 25% off here. Find out more about the DFB Guide & Snack Bundle here! And with our 100% money-back guarantee, what do you have to lose? Do you have a go-to snack strategy for cooling off in the Parks? Tell us all about it in the comments below! 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: First Look! Pandora — The World of AVATAR in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! News! New Restaurants Revealed for Pandora — The World of Avatar, in Disney’s Animal Kingdom News: Pandora — The World of AVATAR Opens May 27th in Disney’s Animal Kingdom View the full article

From time to time, we at the Disney Parks Blog like to showcase some of the artists who will be performing at Disney Night of Joy. This week, we’re highlighting a relative newcomer to the Contemporary Christian Music scene – Danny Gokey. The author of some of the most soul-provoking music in the industry right now, Gokey came to most of the public’s attention through his appearance on American Idol. His inspiring story of triumph over tragedy – along with a spectacular voice and emotional delivery – touched the hearts of the show’s viewers. Since that “break,” Gokey has stormed through the industry with hit after hit like “Tell Your Heart to Beat Again,” “Hope In Front of Me”, “Rise”, “More Than You Think I Am.” His latest album Rise is debuted at #1 on the Christian Billboard chart and his newest single “The Comeback” is currently climbing the Christian music charts propelling the album to even more success. We were honored to host Danny recently for a quick tour of the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, where this year’s concerts will be held. Tickets are now on sale for Disney Night of Joy 2017. Guest can check out nightofjoy.com or 407-W-DISNEY for tickets and information. Groups of 10 or more can click here or call 877-NITE-JOY to purchase group tickets and learn about group discounts and benefits. A little reminder about this year’s talent: (Entertainment subject to change.) Friday, Sept. 8 – MercyMe, TobyMac, Zach Williams, Natalie Grant, Danny Gokey, Matt Maher, Colton Dixon, Rend Collective Saturday, Sept. 9 – Amy Grant, Steven Curtis Chapman, Kirk Franklin, Jordan Feliz, Crowder, Jeremy Camp, Tye Tribbett. For more information, stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for updates on entertainment and events. View the full article

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The Fourth of July is just a few weeks away and there’s no doubt that guests will flock to our parks again this year to enjoy a fireworks spectacular, which has been a tradition for the Walt Disney World Resort since opening in 1971. How well do you know our current fireworks spectaculars? Test your knowledge below. .quiz-container#wp-quiz-188680{ background-color:#f0f8fb; color:#565656; border-color:#dce4e7; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-188680 .quiz-section h1{ color:#8bb428; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-188680 .quiz-title{ color:#10628b; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-188680 .quiz-header-image{ text-align:right; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-188680 .quiz-section{ border-color:#ffffff; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-188680 .quiz-details, .quiz-container#wp-quiz-188680 .quiz-results, .quiz-container#wp-quiz-188680 .quiz-embed{ border-color:#dce4e7; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-188680 .quiz-result{ background-color:#dce4e7; } Fireworks at Walt Disney World Resort Who is the narrator of 'IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth'? Neil Patrick Harris Jim Cummings Alan Tudyk How long is the new 'Happily Ever After' show at Magic Kingdom Park? 14 Minutes 16 minutes 18 Minutes How tall do the tower of flames fire up into the air during 'Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular'? 95 Feet 140 Feet 199 Feet How many pounds is the Earth Globe featured in 'IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth'? 350,000 ounds 425,000 Pounds 505,000 Pounds Embed Quiz on Your Website Embed Code <div class="wp-quiz" data-quiz-id="188680" data-site-url="https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog"></div> <script type="text/javascript" src="https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/wp-content/plugins/wp-quizzes/js/embed.js"></script>Copy and paste above embed code where you would like the quiz to appear on your website. View the full article

Independence Day is coming up, and the parks at Walt Disney World Resort are planning to celebrate our nation’s birthday with some star-spangled salutes to America! If you’re visiting Walt Disney World Resort for the 4th of July, here are some highlights of the special entertainment planned for that day: Magic Kingdom Park – “Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” rockets into the air above – and all around – the park. This special, fireworks spectacular will be presented two nights in a row, at 9 p.m. on both July 3 and 4. You can also rock out each night to DJ dance parties in Tomorrowland and Frontierland, each a great location from which to catch the fireworks! Epcot – On July 4, enjoy special evening concerts of great American songs by Voices of Liberty at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the America Gardens Theater. Throughout the day, you can also meet Mickey and the gang in patriotic attire outside The American Adventure, and at 9 p.m. that night “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” joins the celebration with the addition of a heart-pounding, all-American grand finale! Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Spend the Fourth celebrating some of the great icons of American popular culture at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with “The Music of Pixar LIVE! A Symphony of Characters” at 5 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m., the all-new “Disney Movie Magic” experience at 9 p.m. and “Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular” which takes to the skies at 9:30 p.m. with fireworks, lasers, projection effects and more! Looks like the 4th of July is going to be a blast all across Walt Disney World Resort. View the full article

Ho Ho Ho! This is your friendly reminder that CHRISTMAS IS COMING. And nope. I haven’t bought a single present, either. But here’s the deal. We’re almost to that magical mark: 180 days until Christmas. And trust us — if you want to have your choice of where you’d like to dine to celebrate the Holidays, then you’d better be ready on Wednesday to make the call. Why? Remember: You can book restaurants at Disney World 180 days in advance. And the most popular restaurants book up to capacity on that first day! SO, restaurants at Disney World start booking for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day THIS WEEK!!! And we don’t want you to miss out. But that’s not all. We also expect that booking for one of the holiday’s most popular events of the year, the Candlelight Processional Dinner Packages, will be announced later this week! (Don’t forget to join the DFB Newsletter so you’ll know as soon as they’re available!) So seriously — it’s go time! Conducting the Choir And to help you with all of your planning, we’ve got three great offers starting today that are all yours. But don’t wait. These offers end at midnight on June 28th! 180 Days ‘Til Christmas Sale — 3 Great Ways to SAVE! 1) 30% Off the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2017 Edition (Plus 2016 Guide FREE!) Get 30% off when you pre-order your copy of the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2017 e-book during our 180 Days ‘Til Christmas Sale! Just use code 180Days at check-out to get the discount. And if that’s not enough to persuade you, remember you can instantly download the 2016 Guide for FREE and start your planning — today! We’ll share our favorite spots for holiday meals, but it’s not just about food in this one! We give advice and tips on all of the holiday events, hundreds of photos, and more! It’s the perfect way to nail down your plans and snag the most popular holiday reservations in Walt Disney World — not to mention, it’s a great way to get into the holiday spirit six months early. You’ll then receive the 2017 Guide via email automatically as soon as it’s published in early November. Yep — that means you get two editions for the price of one, so you can start planning right away. Remember — the 2017 guide is a pre-order, so you’ll receive it via email when it’s published later this year. But you’ll get the 2016 guide (full of AWESOME tips and advice on returning holiday events and activities that will absolutely apply to your 2017 trip), as an immediate download for FREE. 2) Bundle for More Savings! Want more for your money? Purchase the Holiday Bundle for 30% off the already deeply discounted price! It’s like getting an entire book for free! Just enter code 180days at the check-out. 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Shop with confidence, knowing that all of our DFB Guides are 100% guaranteed. Don’t love ‘em? Just let us know and you’ll get a full refund! But don’t take our word for it! See what our readers have to say about Disney Food Blog! As always, we thank you for your continued support of Disney Food Blog! Happy summer (and holiday!) reading! 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: 2013 Disney World Candlelight Processional Dining Packages on Sale July 9th Save With The 180-Day Sale! Candlelight Processional Dinner Packages On Sale Now! View the full article

So, remember just a few weeks ago when we paid a visit to Bengal Barbecue in Disneyland to try their new Jungle Julep? Bengal Barbecue sign Well, just like always, we took our Jungle Julep and strolled around with it. Why? Because — even with the popularity of this Adventureland Skewer spot — this little kiosk has never had a dedicated seating area. Bengal Barbecue Kiosk Well, that’s all about to change… because not only is Bengal Barbecue getting it’s own seating, the new seating area will be located indoors! By the way, that Jungle Julep we mentioned is still around, along with two other new items. ©Disney Also joining the menu are an Ahi Poke Spring Roll (marinated Ahi tuna with lettuce, carrots, daikon, pickled cucumber, cilantro, Thai basil, mint, jalapeños and creamy wasabi mayonnaise in a rice paper wrap, served with ginger dipping sauce) and a Hummus Trio with veggies (jalapeño, black bean, and red pepper and feta). ©Disney Like the Jungle Julep, these items will only be around for a limited time. But, hey, Disney says the new indoor seating area is coming “SOON,” so you may be sipping your Julep in the shade on your next visit to Disneyland! Are you excited to pull up a seat at Bengal Barbecue? Please let us know with a comment! 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: News and Review: The Jungle Julep at Bengal Barbecue in Disneyland Spotted: Special Limited Run Skewer at Disneyland’s Bengal Barbecue Spotted! Venomade at Disneyland’s Bengal Barbecue View the full article

It’s time again to see what’s happening around the Disney Twitter-sphere! @Disney shared this amazing sketch-to-screen look at Thumper: View the full article

We are chugging closer to the official opening of Copper Creek, the newest offering from Disney Vacation Club. The new rooms – and adjoining Cascade Cabins – are attached to Wilderness Lodge. We had a sneak peek of the Grand Villas and Bay Lake-side cabins alongside Imagineer Mitch Miorelli on... View the full article

In the heart of Adventureland at Disneyland park, it’s hard to miss Bengal Barbecue. The smell of fire-cooked meats and vegetables lures explorers to its thatched roof. Today, I’m excited to share new menu items that are now available at Bengal Barbecue. Ahi Poke Spring Roll – Marinated Ahi tuna with crisp lettuce, carrots, daikon, pickled cucumber, cilantro, Thai basil, mint, sliced jalapeños and creamy wasabi mayo rolled in a rice paper wrap. Served with a delectable side of ginger dipping sauce. Hummus Trio – Three delicious house-made varieties of hummus, jalapeño, black bean, red pepper and feta are served with an assortment of fresh vegetables. Jungle Julep – A tropical slush with grape, orange, pineapple and lemon. This drink is sure to take your taste buds on a tropical vacation! Soon, guests will be able to enjoy these exotic eats in a cool new indoor seating area! These items will only be available for a limited time, so be sure to take a walk on the wild side and check them out. View the full article

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We need to write a jingle in which the only words are “Secret Menu Item! Yeah!” because we feel the need to sing whenever we discover a new, amazing Disney food item that’s, like, part of a secret food society. And we have a totally awesome one for ya. It involves…tater tots. BRISKET TAWTS!!!!! Before you run out the door to get to the airport for your emergency Disney tot run, you’ll need to know that these secret menu items are located at Disneyland’s River Belle Terrace. River Belle Terrace Many of us knew this place as a counter service location until about…a year ago. These days it’s table-service lunch and dinner, and the outside terrace is still sheer Disney theming perfection. The stuff of wrought iron dreams, umbrella tassels and all. Outdoor Seating Our Disneyland correspondent Heather Sievers (@DiningInDisney) checked it out after it’s rebranding, and discovered that it’s BBQ-licious now. (They serve the “caviar of the south” — Pimento Cheese Dip — so it’s a winner in our (cheese-filled) world.) But you’re thinking “Hey, DFB, you promised tots! Where are the tots?!” Friends, they are worth the wait. Remember these are NOT on the menu. So when you place your order at River Belle Terrace, you’ll need to request the Loaded BBQ Tots and/or (we prefer and) the Loaded Buffalo Tots. They are both great. Our Disneyland pal Sabrina Lizette got us the skinny on these delicious bites. The Loaded Buffalo Tots are a hefty portion of golden fried tater tots, a thick drizzle of pimento cheese dip, some tangy Frank’s hot sauce, gorgonzola cheese crumbles, celery leaves, and pickled onions. Deep breath; we know this is exciting. Loaded Buffalo Tots Seriously, these hit every Buffalo chicken flavor note and then some — but they’re vegetarian. Such a tasty option! We love the use of the celery leaf, which imparts that quintessential Buffalo sidekick without chunks of celery. Meanwhile, the pimento cheese dip is the stuff of cheese dreams! Loaded Buffalo Tater Tots Of course, if you want to chow down on some taters and ‘Q, the Loaded BBQ Tots are made for you! But it’s not standard BBQ pulled pork (which we love in every incarnation, including Animal Kingdom’s BBQ Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese!). Nosiree, this here is BBQ brisket! Y’all! For real! Brisket Tots Y’All!!! The brisket is accompanied by some satisfyingly zippy BBQ sauce and a smattering of fresh green onion. And, because everything is better with cheese, there’s more pimento cheese dip on this dish too! It’s a messy, delightful plate of food. We. Must. Devour. Brisket Toooooooots Secret Menu Items! Yeah! We are allllll about these tot varieties. Sabrina suggests you run — RUN — and get these if you’re within the vicinity. And it’s pretty easy to see why. Want to see MORE Disneyland and DCA Secret Menu Items? Check out our Secret Menu Items video, and be sure to Subscribe to the DFB Guide channel for tons of great food coverage from WDW and Disneyland! Have you scored a secret Disney menu item? Tell us about it in the comments below! 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: Dining in Disneyland: Table Service Dinner at Disneyland’s River Belle Terrace News: Disneyland’s River Belle Terrace Now Accepting Advance Dining Reservations News: Changes Coming to Disneyland’s River Belle Terrace and Rancho del Zocalo View the full article

Disney experts will take viewers on a journey through the landscape of Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park in a one-hour documentary-style show set to premiere Tuesday, June 27 on Animal Planet. Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Alive with Magic will feature interviews with the creators and caretakers of this theme park who share conservation messages, reveal immersive encounters with wildlife, as well as peek into the natural habitats of the animals who call Disney’s Animal Kingdom home. The TV special also showcases the can’t-miss attractions and entertainment at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as it transforms from a day-into-nighttime park. There’s also exclusive footage of the new Pandora – The World of Avatar, including interviews with iconic filmmaker James Cameron whose vision of flying on a banshee and sailing through a bioluminescent rainforest becomes a reality. Be sure to tune in on Tuesday, June 27 at 8 pm ET on Animal Planet. Here is a preview of what’s in store. View the full article

We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re heading to EPCOT — where there are millions of amazing Disney dishes and snacks. Cannoli Cupcake Well, maybe not millions. But there are lots. And when there’s this much edible and drinkable awesomeness in one place, it can be challenging to decide what you should eat. So we’re here to help! Even though there are some great choices all over Walt Disney World’s resorts and in all four parks, Epcot represents amazing diversity — in part due to the countries of World Showcase. I mean, with classics like Norway’s Schoolbread, all the yum in Karamell-Küche, and Grown Up Slushes in France, where in the world do you start?? Check out our What to Eat in Epcot Part 1, and let us help you decide! And stay tuned, because there’s so much to choose from in Epcot it’s gonna take us two videos to cover it all. ;-D And don’t forget — there’s plenty more where this came from. If you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! And if you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check it out and let us know: What are your favorite Epcot eats and drinks? Leave a comment and share all the details! 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: DFB Video: Best of the 2017 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Eats! New DFB Video: Be Our Guest Restaurant — Is It Worth It? New Video! DFB Reviews AbracadaBar at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn View the full article

Stefan Riemer, executive pastry chef on the Culinary Development team for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and Olivier Saintemarie, executive pastry chef for Chefs de France restaurant in the France pavilion at Epcot World Showcase, are both among Dessert Professional Magazine’s “Top 10 Pastry Chefs in America.” In celebration of this honor, the Disney Parks Moms Panelists share their favorite places to find sweet treats around Walt Disney World Resort. Kay B.’s favorite place for dessert is tucked up in the streets of the France pavilion at Epcot, and it is also her favorite place for breakfast. “Executive Pastry Chef Olivier Saintemarie has a list of culinary achievements for Guests to experience during their stay, and one of them is a best kept secret for breakfast. Stop in at Les Halles Bouglangerie-Patisserie.” she said. “The choices for authentic French pastry are great, and they are all truly just as delicious as if you were eating one on the streets of Paris.” “The latest tastings of Chef Riemer pasties can be found at the new Satu’li Canteen restaurant in Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom,” Kay B. shares. “Since my first taste I have been craving his blueberry cream cheese mousse and chocolate cake and can recommend both for young and old!” If you happen to be at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, head over to Sweet Spells for your choice of carmel apples. They even change the choices seasonally! If you are a fan of the peanut butter and jelly milkshake at 50’s Prime Time Café, but you don’t have reservations to eat there, don’t worry! You can stop by Tune-In Lounge and order one from the bar shares Cathy S. Not only are their so many unique desserts all over Walt Disney World Resort, there are also unique and special experiences to enjoy them, like the new Frozen Ever After Dessert Party at Epcot World Showcase Plaza East. Lindsey M. shares that this not to miss party will have desserts, exclusive fireworks viewing AND a ride on Frozen Ever After at the Norway pavilion. Want to know more about where to find sweet treats around the Walt Disney World Resort or the many special experiences to enjoy them? Just ask one of our knowledgeable panelists at DisneyParksMomsPanel.com. View the full article

Guests can now experience “Happily Ever After” at Magic Kingdom Park. It’s a new nighttime spectacular that combines the magic of Disney storytelling, beloved Disney characters, fireworks and more. I’ve seen the show twice and I love it, especially the incredible original score. I recently discovered that the commemorative merchandise we developed for this show incorporates elements from the gorgeous show poster created by Brett Owens, Senior Graphic Designer with Disney Parks Live Entertainment. I spoke with him about designing the poster. “When developing the poster, we chose to highlight key characters that make ‘Happily Ever After’ so special,” explained Brett. “It was important to show these characters setting out on their hero’s journey as the magic transforms Cinderella Castle into some of the locations we visit in the show.” This poster is currently found under the train station tunnel near the entrance to Main Street, U.S.A. It joins some of the most iconic Disney Parks attraction posters at Magic Kingdom Park. Due to popular demand, the poster was recently added to the Art of Demand kiosks in the Art of Disney locations. Guests should look for it under the “Attraction Poster” section. There are three paper and three canvas options available for printing. Guests can also have their image framed and shipped home. At the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A., guests will find other products including t-shirts for adults and kids, a logo hat, and a 16-ounce Tervis tumbler. The image of Cinderella Castle, the key hole, and a stylized logo from the poster were included on several of the items. Guests will also find two ceramic ornaments with the show’s logo. Other items include a t-shirt for Annual Passholders (please present a valid Annual Pass in order to purchase); a tank top with a beautiful nighttime image of Cinderella Castle for women; and an open edition logo pin (available mid-summer). New this month, we are introducing a light-up headband which contains clear mouse ears that light up. They are different from Magic with Magic items, which will light up in time with or in the same color scheme during “Happily Ever After.” Items are available at select merchandise locations throughout Magic Kingdom Park. Guests may also order select items using the Shop Disney Parks app. View the full article

This week’s Disney Doodle takes a look at what Simba and Nala might do if they had the chance to visit a Disney Park. According to artist Ashley Taylor, Disney’s Animal Kingdom and all it’s opportunities for exploration would be an ideal setting for them. In this “doodle,” she has them exploring the park’s icon, the Tree of Life. “Animal Kingdom is such a beautiful park at night,” she said. “I’d imagine Simba and Nala enjoying a romantic stroll around the Tree of Life!” View the full article