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If you’ve been following along on any of our trips to Pandora — The World of AVATAR, the newest land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, then you are already familiar with the new Satu’li Canteen. Along with an entirely new array of eats for Animal Kingdom guests, something else made its debut at Satu’li Canteen: the Mobile Order process, available via the My Disney Experience app. Mobile Order enables guests to pre-order and pre-pay for their food at specific Counter Service locations, allowing guests to bypass the ordering lines in the restaurant and pick up their food directly from a designated counter. Sign directing to Regular Lines and Mobile Order Pick Up And now, Mobile Order is on the way to select Magic Kingdom restaurants! According to wdwmagic.com, five Magic Kingdom Counter Service locations will begin to utilize Mobile Order this summer. Look for Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant, Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe, Pinocchio Village Haus, Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe, and Columbia Harbour House to pop up on the list of locations you will be able to select soon. Columbia Harbour House sign After kicking off at the new Canteen, Pizzafari was added as the next location where guests can currently utilize Mobile Order. Restaurantosaurus and Flame Tree Barbecue have already been confirmed as the next Animal Kingdom locations to be added this summer. If you have a Disney World vacation on the horizon, be sure to check out our Mobile Order Step-by-Step How-To here! And if you’ve had the chance to try Mobile Order already, please let us know how it worked for you! Source: wdwmagic Will you be using Mobile Order on an upcoming Disney World vacation? 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: How-To and Step by Step: Mobile Order Process Debuts at Satu’li Canteen in Animal Kingdom’s Pandora New DFB Video: Top 5 Magic Kingdom Counter Service Restaurants News: Mobile Ordering and Menu Items Coming to Pandora’s Satu’li Canteen View the full article

Starting next week, for the very first time the Disney Fantasy will premiere longer itineraries – new 10- and 11-night cruises to the Southern Caribbean, sailing from Port Canaveral to incredible destinations such as Aruba, Curaçao, Barbados, Martinique, St. Kitts and Tortola. Two of these special cruises take place this summer, and a third will set sail next summer. Today I’ll give you a glimpse of Port Adventures in Aruba. The island is home to miles of beautiful white-sand beaches, sunny skies and stunning views. It is an independent country approximately 18 miles north of the Venezuelan coast, known for a dry climate and an arid, cactus-dotted landscape. Here are just a few of the ways for your family to have fun in the sun during your day in Aruba… 4 X 4 North Coast Adventure and Beach Break – Aruba’s sun-kissed weather makes it the perfect place to explore with an off-road adventure. On your journey, you’ll see the rugged natural beauty of Black Stone Beach, Ayo Rock Formations, the Natural Bridge and much more. Other points of interest include Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins, Alto Vista Chapel, the California Lighthouse and an ostrich farm, which all provide the chance to learn about the past and present culture of the island. The adventure-filled day concludes at Arashi Beach where you can swim or snorkel in the crystal-clear waters or simply relax on the warm white sand. De Palm Island Beach and Snorkeling – Want to escape to a small private island? A short ferry ride takes you to the colorful resort island of De Palm, Aruba’s only all-inclusive destination, where you can enjoy all the beach activities the island has to offer, including snorkeling, beach volleyball, water slides and more. Your unique passport to the island includes a lunch buffet, open bar, lounge chairs, freshwater showers and snorkeling equipment. Talk about the perfect beach day for the entire family! Catamaran Sailing and Snorkeling – This catamaran adventures takes you to Aruba’s west coast to two great snorkeling locales, the reef off Boca Catalina Beach and the famous Antilla shipwreck that sunk during World War II. After swimming in the beautiful waters teeming with tropical fish, you’ll enjoy a relaxing sail back to the pier while listening to music from the islands and enjoying a scenic view of Aruba’s coastline. Up next, I’ll share suggestions for Curaçao. Until then, take a look at my previous posts featuring Southern Caribbean destinations, and remember, when the ship’s in port, venture ashore! Enjoying Barbados with Disney Cruise Line Adventures in Martinique with Disney Cruise Line Experiencing St. Kitts with Disney Cruise Line Exploring Tortola with Disney Cruise Line View the full article

June is National Candy Month! Celebrate with us as we highlight some of our favorite gourmet candy treats from the Candy Makers of Disneyland Resort and other new sweets from around Walt Disney World Resort! Did you know that Disneyland Candy Makers hand-craft classic confectionary treats like English toffee, peanut brittle and fudge every day? These sweets make a great snack to enjoy in the parks or the perfect treat to bring home to extend the sweetness of your Disneyland Resort visit. And of course, National Candy Month wouldn’t be complete without a delicious gourmet apple! For the month of June, look for a Pecan Turtle Gourmet Apple. A Granny Smith apple is dipped in caramel before being enrobed in milk chocolate. It is then adorned with pecan pieces and a caramel drizzle. Find all of these gourmet candy treats at Marceline’s Confectionary in the Downtown Disney District, Candy Palace and Hunny Spot in Disneyland park, and Trolley Treats in Disney California Adventure park. You’re not going mad, Cheshire Cat Tails at Cheshire Café in Magic Kingdom Park! The tails are a sweet pastry twist filled with chocolate chips, drizzled with pink and purple icing, just like the Cheshire Cat’s stripes. Shaved Ice has arrived at Harambe Fruit Market in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Whether you choose from watermelon, piña colada or mango-passion fruit, you can’t go wrong. Kachow! A new cupcake inspired by “Cars 3” is rolling into Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 7. Strawberry cake is topped with vanilla buttercream frosting and a white chocolate Lightning McQueen. Look for it at ABC Commissary, The Trolley Car Café, Rosie’s All-American Café, Catalina Eddie’s and Fairfax Fare. At The Ganachery in Disney Springs, a new made-to-order S’mores treat is now available. Served on a house-made graham cracker, house-made vanilla bean marshmallow, salted caramel ganache and topped with a piece of custom dark chocolate ganache. Have you tried the new Berry Whip at Geyser Point Bar & Grill at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge? Perfect for a hot summer’s day, cool off with this berry sweet treat! At Disney’s Contemporary Resort, you’ll find two new cupcakes at Contempo Café. Perfect for summer in Florida, the Key Lime Cupcake is a graham cracker-flavored cupcake with key lime filling and topped with key lime buttercream frosting before being garnished with graham cracker crumbs. Kids of all ages will love the Cookies and Cream Cupcake—a vanilla cupcake with cookies and cream filling and topped with cookies and cream buttercream frosting, garnished with mini chocolate chips and cookie ears. And for Father’s Day on June 18, look for a special vanilla cupcake with peanut butter filling and icing topped with caramel crispy pearls. View the full article

Summertime is here, and I’ve found some of our favorite tips for enjoying this sunny time of year here at the Disneyland Resort! Wear a hat! Way back in 2011, we asked guests to show off their favorite summertime hats. Have a cold, tasty treat! These are some of our favorites. What are your summertime tips? Check out these, shared by our guests. With the return of the Disneyland Railroad this summer, my favorite summertime activity at Disneyland will even have more magic! View the full article

The operator of Wolfgang Puck Grand Café intends to lay off 193 workers when closing its Disney Springs on Aug. 1, according to a notice filed with the state. A new location for Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill is planned in the Town Center area of Disney’s shopping and dining complex, the official Disney... View the full article

The operator of Wolfgang Puck Grand Café intends to lay off 193 workers when closing its Disney Springs on Aug. 1, according to a notice filed with the state. A new location for Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill is planned in the Town Center area of Disney’s shopping and dining complex, the official Disney... View the full article

The operator of Wolfgang Puck Grand Café intends to lay off 193 workers when closing its Disney Springs on Aug. 1, according to a notice filed with the state. A new location for Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill is planned in the Town Center area of Disney’s shopping and dining complex, the official Disney... View the full article

The operator of Wolfgang Puck Grand Café in Disney Springs is laying off 193 employees when closing on Aug. 1, according to a notice filed with the state. The official Disney Parks Blog reported recently that there’s a new location planned, the Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill in the Town Center area... View the full article

Orlando and the theme parks may be many a tourist’s choice for a summer destination, but that isn’t stopping hotels and resorts from offering up travel deals. Walt Disney World has more than 30,000 rooms on resort property, and some of its hotels offer as much as 25 percent off stays through Aug.... View the full article

Amidst the treetops and majestic Alps lies one of the most breathtaking baroque cities in Germany: Passau. This stop on the unforgettable Adventures by Disney Danube River cruise takes you on a walking tour through the “City of Three Rivers” and a trek along the treetops, and culminates with a celebration in true German fashion (Hint: it includes beer). Enjoy a quaint stroll through the city of Passau led by a costumed local guide who takes you on a journey through the past. Highlights of the tour include experiencing the power of St. Stephen’s Cathedral’s more than 17,000 pipe organ and participating in a marzipan-making activity that will surely satisfy your sweet tooth. Then reach for the sky and walk along the treetops as you climb the famous Tree Path in Kopfing for an awe-inspiring view of the Alps. End your day German-style with an Oktoberfest celebration featuring local performers, music, folk dancing, pretzels and of course, beer. Prost! Now is the time to take advantage of the limited time special rates on select 2017 Adventures by Disney vacation packages, including this one! Check out these offer details. View the full article

Expeditions to Pandora – The World of Avatar have begun at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! When you’re not trekking among mountains, drifting down a Pandoran River deep into the bioluminescent rainforest, or soaring on the back of a mountain banshee, you’ll find the striking beauty of Pandora offers many locations to take photos of your interplanetary travel. Disney PhotoPass Service photographers are placed in the best locations in Pandora – The World of Avatar to capture your entire group’s adventure into this exotic world. These photographers are also able to capture a number of Magic Shots and Animated Magic Shots featuring some of your favorite Pandoran inhabitants. Check them out below! When you visit a PhotoPass photographer in front of the floating mountains during daylight hours, you’ll have the opportunity to include a banshee in your photo. In the evening, PhotoPass photographers can capture a woodsprite floating into your photos in both a Magic Shot and Animated Magic Shot: Remember, Animated Magic Shots can only be downloaded as part of an active Memory Maker entitlement, which allows you to take home all of your Disney PhotoPass photos and videos from your Walt Disney World Resort vacation for one price. Enjoy your adventure! View the full article

Disney is apparently looking at ways to block people from using 3-D printers to produce Mickey Mouse, Elsa or BB-8 figurines. The company is seeking a new patent for a reflective substance that would confuse digital scanners, so you couldn’t easily scan Disney’s trademarked figurines and print... View the full article

Time to go back in time and dine with the Founding Fathers… . Or, at the very least, settle for the next best thing: dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern in Walt Disney World. Learn About: Liberty Tree Tavern Magic Kingdom Disney World Restaurants Liberty Tree Tavern has long held a special place in my heart — and in many of yours as well, I know. If you’re one of many longtime Tavern devotees, you already know that for years this Magic Kingdom Table Service has offered an a la carte menu for Lunch, while dinner has featured an All-You-Care-to-Enjoy meal served family style. Both of those things are still true. But some notable changes to both the lunch and dinner menus took place just a couple months ago. For instance, Lunch still offers a la carte options (with some returning favorites among them), but you can also order the All-You-Care-to-Enjoy Bill of Fare, if you wish. And the changes to Dinner? Well, there was only one. But it was a pretty darn big one, and I had to experience it for myself. Liberty Tree Tavern Sign So please join me, my fellow citizens… . Atmosphere Liberty Tree Tavern is nestled in the heart of Liberty Square in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. It’s just a stone’s throw from Frontierland and down the Disney block from Fantasyland, but its unique personality ignites its own special brand of nostalgia. Outside View The Tavern fits right in with its sturdy columns, moulding details, and distinguished dormers. We even spy some wrought iron, for good measure. Stepping inside, the scene is no less stately. And it’s one of the places you can really get a taste of history and education along with your meal. Inside Liberty Tree Tavern Sounds a little dull? Not at all, actually! In fact, I almost think that the crazy amount of detail surrounding you — from cozy fireplaces, to period style furniture, to the knick knacks, portraits, and artwork on the walls — is some of the best in Magic Kingdom, honestly. It’s like you’ve been invited to dine in the 18th century home of a well-to-do family at the birth of the nation. Cloaks and John Paul Jones Portrait And here’s the real kicker: thanks to the hit Broadway musical, Hamilton, Liberty Tree Tavern is completely and totally on trend at the moment . It’s a great game: see how many nods to Founding Fathers you can find. Look! Here’s a Ben Franklin-approved key hook. (And let’s all note that quote as well… .) Keys and Benjamin Franklin Quote How many historical figures can you name in the portraits below? Framed Pictures and Paneling You see, that’s the whole gist. The six individual rooms of the Tavern celebrate many of the figures you’ll recognize from your history books: George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Betsy Ross, Thomas Jefferson, John Paul Jones, and Paul Revere. Mantel in the George Washington Room You may be seated near this lovely mantel in the Thomas Jefferson room, simultaneously showcasing detail and simplicity. Thomas Jefferson Mantel The details go on and on, even tucked into little corners of the room, like this one in the Benjamin Franklin room. Desk and Printing Blocks There’s so much to see. But I’m sure you’re getting hungry, so let’s all pull up a stately wooden chair and see what the colonists are serving up these days. Eats If you’re in the mood for Thanksgiving eats any time of year, you’ve found your place at Liberty Tree Tavern! Well, okay… there IS a bit more to it than that. But first, logistics: the Bill of Fare is All-You-Care-to-Enjoy served family-style, featuring Declaration Salad and the Patriot’s Platter. It also includes your non-alcoholic beverage. Menu — Click to Enlarge Oh, and that change to dinner that I mentioned earlier? Yeah, it’s kind of a big deal. You see, the previous dessert for dinner was Johnny Appleseed Cake (or Tart. Or Bread Pudding. Depending on when you visited). But now? Dessert at dinner is Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake. And it’s only one of my all-time favorite desserts in all of Disney World (and possibly yours, too)! It used to be available only during lunch, but NOW you can try it at dinner, too! Naturally, we’ll be checking it out later in the post. On the menu above, you can see the beverage options that are included with your meal, but you can also get some specialty drinks here (at an additional cost). Ariel or Pirate Punch for the kiddos comes with a glowing Ariel or Pirate Skull Clip-on Light. Patriot’s Slush Description And the yummy Patriot’s Slush can be served in a super-snazzy Souvenir Tavern Keeper’s Collector Mug (which has a bit of a copper Mule look to it these days). Fun! Come to think of it, aside from the dessert change-up I mentioned earlier, there is one more change that has come to Liberty Tree Tavern’s menu. In December, four additional Magic Kingdom Table Service restaurants began to serve beer and wine (previously only served for dinner at Be Our Guest Restaurant). Here are the selections at Liberty Tree Tavern: Alcoholic Beverage Menu — Click to Enlarge And now, as the Founding Fathers most certainly said: “LET’S DIG IN, ALREADY!!” Dinner starts with the Declaration Salad: a bowl of mixed greens, grape tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and slightly tangy vinaigrette. It’s a refreshing and light way to start the meal. Declaration Salad Good thing it’s not very filling, because you’ll need PUH-LENTY of room for what’s next. The Patriot’s Platter is a truly impressive spread. We’ll go down the list one by one, but for now, just take a moment to enjoy the view… Dinner Spread And, remember: the name of the game is All-You-Care-to-Enjoy. If you and your dining party run low on anything (including the salad!), you can just ask for more! The Platter presents three kinds of meat: Roasted Turkey Breast, Pot Roast, and Carved Pork Roast. (In the past, that Pot Roast was replaced by Prime Rib, so maybe don’t hold your breath on this one.) Patriot’s Platter — Pot Roast and Turkey Breast The Turkey Breast is, of course, most reminiscent of the traditional Thanksgiving meal. All year long!! This had great flavor, and while I’m not a huge turkey fan most of the time, I went for seconds on this. Accompanying it, the tender Pot Roast is doused in savory brown gravy. And though the Carved Pork Roast has no dedicated sauce, it retains its juiciness and offers terrific flavor with its crisp browned edges. We really enjoyed all of the meat options on this visit, but the turkey and pot roast were the winners. Patriot’s Platter — Pork Roast and Pot Roast The three meats surround a mound of Herb Stuffing, dotted with soft onions and herbs and loaded with flavor. It’ll take you right back to Grandma’s Thanksgiving dinner. Patriot’s Platter — Herb Stuffing — Up Close All truths told, though, if you’re anything like me then you agree that Thanksgiving is really all about THE SIDES. Warm Yeasted Rolls are served with Whipped Honey Butter. Yeast Rolls with Whipped Butter The creamy, satisfying Mashed Potatoes are delivered in a generous portion, complete with red potato skins. Mashed Potatoes — Up Close Naturally, with mashed potatoes, roast turkey breast, and yeasted rolls, one must have a flood of Gravy. Fortuantely, there’s a boat for that. Gravy Boat at Liberty Tree Tavern Now, maybe not all traditional turkey dinners come with our next addition — but they should. This Macaroni and Cheese is all carbs and cheese and love in a bowl. I used to love that Liberty Tree Tavern served Stouffer’s mac and cheese (what can I say — I’m a comfort food kid who grew up in the 80s), but now they clearly note on their menu that the mac and cheese is made in house from scratch. Liberty Tree Tavern Mac and Cheese The Seasonal Vegetable during our visit was a great corn creation featuring green and red peppers. This was the only down side for me…because I was really looking forward to the yummy green beans I had gotten used to at Liberty Tree Tavern dinner, and corn didn’t really scratch that itch. This version was fine, but wasn’t my favorite. Corn — Up Close Sooooo…my server was THE BEST EVER, and when I asked him if there were any green beans in the kitchen (they’re served at lunchtime), he came back with this! Check out this epic bowl of Green Beans. These are tossed in a salty garlic oil or butter that adds a lot of flavor. I loved them and actually put a pretty good dent into the bowl! ;-D I do love my green beans. Liberty Tree Tavern Green Beans Oh! And did you know that you can request Cranberry Sauce to round out all those Thanksgiving vibes? It’s not on the menu and doesn’t come automatically, but they have it. Just like during the holidays, the tart cranberries help to cut through the heavier savory dishes. Cranberry Sauce — Upon Request Think of it as a palate cleanser between servings of meat. So now that we’ve enjoyed AAAALLLLL of that… HERE it is, at long last! My dream ending to dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern, formerly available only during lunch: OOEY GOOEY TOFFEE CAKE!! Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake In case you haven’t experienced it for yourself — either with lunch at Liberty Tree Tavern or by making it on your own — you might be surprised to learn that Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake is not actually a cake. Though it’s difficult to see, what with being covered by a mound of vanilla ice cream, chocolate and caramel sauces, and buttery toffee bits, the base itself is more like a warm, thick, soft — and yes, gooey on the inside — chocolate chip cookie filled with toffee. It is so completely decadent, and one of the more memorable desserts not just in Magic Kingdom, but in all of Disney World, in my opinion. One thing to note: the portion size of the Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake was much, much smaller for dinner. Like tiny in comparison to what I’m used to at lunch. What you see is what we were served for two people?!??!?!???! Presumably, this is because the meal you’ve just had is huge compared to the a la carte lunch options, and you may not have much room. But you’re gonna wanna make room. So remember: when the meal is All-You-Care-to-Enjoy, you can care to enjoy as much of this as you want, with a simple “please” and “thank you” and a tip of your tri-corner hat! Overall Liberty Tree Tavern offers comfort food wrapped in a history lesson, and I love it for that. What I appreciate, too, is that the recent changes to both the lunch and dinner menus seem to reflect guest preferences. (I know I’m not the only one who has been clamoring for the Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake at dinner! Plus those lunch changes include the return of some much-loved and missed a la carte meals). Though changes don’t come often to Liberty Tree Tavern, I think these recent ones have made a Magic Kingdom classic only better. Nosh or Not? Dinner At Liberty Tree Tavern Is Great For: Comfort food fans Picky eaters (because Liberty Tree Tavern also serves kid-favorites like burgers and fries at lunch, they usually have these items in the kitchen if needed) Meat-lovers Those looking to maximize their dining dollars Families Dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern Might Not Be Best For: A romantic date night Light eaters (since this is a prix fixe meal, you’ll be paying the same price no matter how much you eat) Vegetarians or vegans (though the chef will always make a suitable meal for you) Does Liberty Tree Tavern rank among your favorite restaurants? Let us know in the 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: News: Liberty Tree Tavern Menu Updates (And Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake for DINNER!) 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Tonight’s “After Dark” image, snapped in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom Park, has to make you smile. It’s a great nighttime shot of the six tikis you pass on your way to (or around) The Magic Carpets of Aladdin attraction. Things are truly looking tropical with this bright blue night sky! View the full article

Who doesn’t love a good burger? Luckily, there are dozens of delicious, juicy burgers to be found across Walt Disney World Resort! I’ve rounded up the top ten burgers – perfect for treating Dad this Father’s Day. Southern Burger, D-Luxe Burger at Disney Springs A D-Luxe Burger Signature beef blend (brisket, angus, chuck and short rib) patty, topped with fried green tomato, pimento cheese, lettuce, grilled onion and bacon. Be sure to treat Dad to a salted caramel gelato shake too! Vegetarian Falafel Burger, Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant, Disney’s Hollywood Studios Our favorite meat-free burger, this crispy chickpea falafel patty is topped with arugula, tomato, Tzatziki sauce and red pepper aïoli on a brioche bun. Grilled Wagyu Beef Burger, The Hollywood Brown Derby at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Available during lunch, this wagyu beef patty is topped with Gruyere cheese, pastrami, heirloom tomato, avocado, fried egg and cognac-mustard aïoli on toasted brioche, served with hand-cut steak fries. Southwest Burger, ABC Commissary at Disney’s Hollywood Studios A premium patty topped with pepper jack cheese, guacamole, bacon, lettuce, tomato and cheddar jalapeno poppers, served with steak fries. Island-style Beef Burger, Kona Café at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Say aloha to this pressed beef burger topped with char siu pork belly, soft-poached egg, mustard greens, spicy mayonnaise and pickled onions served on a pineapple brioche bun. Bison Cheeseburger, Geyser Point Bar & Grill, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Topped with Tillamook cheddar, sweet onion straws, lettuce, tomato and Marion berry barbecue sauce, this burger is best paired with gorgeous views of Bay Lake, which can be enjoyed from the patio of Geyser Point Bar & Grill. Wagyu Beef Burger ‘Oscar,’ Le Cellier Steakhouse, Epcot Part of the prix-fixe lunch menu, this burger is topped with Maine lobster, Blue Crab and Bernaise and is served with truffle fries, choice of appetizer (famous Cheddar Cheese Soup anyone?) and dessert. Smokehouse Burger, ESPN Club at Disney’s BoardWalk Who doesn’t love eating a burger while cheering on your favorite sports team? This burger features a grilled angus beef patty is topped with smoked Tillamook cheddar, chipotle aïoli, onion straws and smoked bacon, served on an onion bun. Be sure to ask your server about the weekly special, too! Patty Melt, Beaches & Cream Soda Shop at Disney’s Beach Club Resort A 7-ounce pressed angus beef patty, served on Rye bread with Swiss cheese and grilled onions, complimented with a creamy garlic-peppercorn ranch. Bonus points if you treat Dad to his favorite sundae after dinner. Lobster ‘Thermidor’ Burger, Grand Floridian Café at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa This 7-ounce artisanal burger patty is topped with lobster-parmesan thermidor sauce on a seared brioche bun and is served with Café’s signature seasoned French fries. What’s your favorite Walt Disney World Resort burger? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

So, let’s say you’re in Disney California Adventure for the Summer of Heroes celebration (running now through September 10th), and you need some fueling up STAT. Groot at Disney California Adventure Well, you’ve only got about a bajillion options (and we’ll be taking a look at lots and LOTS of them soon!). You could choose a Spider Bite Doughnut at Schmoozies or pop over to Award Wieners for a variety of Funnel Cake Fries. But there’s something you simply have to see before you decide. It’s Groot Bread. Otherwise known as I AM BREAD. Groot Bread And it’s completely stinking PERFECT. Groot Bread is Sourdough of course, and it comes in two varieties. The first, which has been found at Fairfax Market, is simply sourdough. The second, which our @DiningInDisney bud Heather Sievers found at the Cosmic Canteen, is Jalapeno Cheese Sourdough. Jalapeño Cheese Groot Bread For real, it’s UNCANNY. Groot Bread truly is a must-get for fans of the Guardians of the Galaxy plant superhero. The details — including the ridges on the character’s face, the black olives forming his eyes, and don’t even get me started on those eyebrows — are sheer awesomeness. Jalapeno Groot Bread from Cosmic Canteen He looks so terrific, it’s almost difficult to dig in. But since Groot Bread also involves jalapeño, cheese, and sourdough, the hesitation is something you should overcome. (After taking roughly 46 photos of and selfies with ONE PIECE OF BREAD. Because you gotta.) The Summer of Heroes is in full effect, and remember — you can catch all the action until September 10th! What are you waiting for?! There’s Groot Bread to eat, for Pete’s sake! And it is EVERYTHING. What are you most looking forward to during the Summer of Heroes? Fill us in 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: News: Funky New Donuts in Disney California Adventure for Summer of Heroes News: Guardians of the Galaxy Eats and More at Disney California Adventure Spotted: Baby Groot Cupcakes and Sipper Cup at Disney’s Hollywood Studios View the full article

“The Music of Pixar LIVE! A Symphony of Characters” debuted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios a few weeks ago, and it’s safe to say that this new guest offering is defying guest expectations. The show features a live orchestra playing highlights of some of Pixar’s greatest scores, from films like “Toy Story” to “Cars 3.” Guests can also expect appearances by Woody, Jessie, Mike and Sulley, the Incredibles and more. The show is presented three times nightly at Theater of the Stars at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (following the regular daily performances of “Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage”). Pixar’s Pete Docter (“Inside Out,” “Monsters, Inc.” and “Up”) recently stopped by to see the show, and afterwards, shared his reaction with us. Check out the video above to see why you should run out to see “The Music of Pixar LIVE! A Symphony of Characters” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this summer. View the full article

It’s a trip to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom for a visit — and our latest DFB Video! You Guys, there’s magic in the words MAGIC KINGDOM. Amiright? Who doesn’t instantly break out in a smile just thinking about visiting? But then, the FOOD! The SNACKS! The TREATS! Gaaahhhhh! I mean, where do you even start?? We’re gonna make it easy on ya, with our list of GET THIS in Magic Kingdom. Think of it as the ultimate Disney scavenger hunt. It’s fun and delicious! These are the snacks and treats you simply cannot leave without having. We cut to the chase and tell you exactly what to have and where you’ll find it so that you can plan the best Disney Eating Day Ever. Dole Whip? Check. Waffle Sammie? Check! See all of our picks in our latest video! And if you love this kinda stuff, you should totally subscribe to our DFB YouTube Channel? We are out there everyday, visiting the parks and sharing with you all the latest and greatest awesome eats in Walt Disney World and Disneyland! So — tell us now: what are your must eat treats in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom? Share below 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: New DFB Video: Top 5 Magic Kingdom Counter Service Restaurants New Video! Review of Tomorrowland Terrace in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom DFB Video Review: Plaza Ice Cream Parlor in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom View the full article

With Father’s Day right around the corner, we know many Disney Parks Blog readers are looking for special ways to treat dad. Today, we’ve got you covered. Check out our list of this year’s favorites at Disney Springs – including experiences beginning before June 18. The Coca-Cola Store Orlando at Disney Springs is kicking off the celebration early and offering a Style My Coke Father’s Day Bottle for visiting guests. This one-of-a-kind gift will only be available at the Coca-Cola Store Orlando during the week of June 11. Amphicar Tour at The BOATHOUSE is offering the chance to treat your father to a memory of a lifetime when you book a captain-guided tour of Lake Buena Vista aboard a vintage Amphicar. To celebrate Father’s Day, you’ll receive $25 off the price of a tour and a free family photo when you purchase an experience from June 16 through June 19. STK Orlando – On June 18th only, STK Orlando is featuring a special menu of a 70-day Dry Aged Prime New York Strip with House Tater Tots, scallions, and bourbon-peppercorn sauce. You can also enjoy the New York Strip menu topped with a Lake Meadow Farm Egg for brunch. And on Father’s Day, dads receive one complimentary POP-sicle (Bourbon in a champagne glass with an orange bitters ice cube) in addition to a special takeaway gift. Paddlefish – Also on June 18th, you can share a special surf & turf meal with dad. The meal features a 20-ounce Porterhouse, jumbo gulf shrimp, and a double stuffed potato paired with a glass of cabernet sauvignon, and red velvet cake for dessert. Senses – A Disney Spa Activation at Marketplace Co-Op – There will be special services to pamper dads from June 16 – June 18 at Senses. They’re offering massages, facials, and foot rubs. The bar will also be “dusted off” in Twenty Eight & Main, and two types of beers will be served to Dads (sold separately). There are also limited-time offers especially for Father’s Day you don’t want to miss. Sprinkles – Beginning June 11 through June 18, you can say “thank you” with the Sprinkles DAD box! Salty Caramel, Red Velvet, Black and White, Vanilla Milk Chocolate. The cupcakes have Sprinkles stars and DAD sugar decorations. Tommy Bahama – To celebrate Father’s Day, for every $175 you spend from now through June 18, 2017, you’ll receive a $50 Award* to use on any purchase in our stores, or purchase of $100 or more in our restaurants or at tommybahama.com. *Your $50 Flip Side Award is good on purchases made between June 19 – July 16, 2017. United World Soccer – On June 17 and June 18, you’ll receive 20% off an adult/youth full-priced Jersey bundle for Father’s Day. Discount applies to the customization add-on as well. UGG – For Father’s Day week at UGG, you can receive a free leather money clip with any purchase of men’s product beginning on June 11 – June 18. Sublime Gifts & Finds – Enjoy 15% off all “Dad Books” by Compendium Publishers from June 11 through June 18. Give your Dad a gift of the stories you share, written in your own words. When you’re finished, the book will be a keepsake. Johnston & Murphy – If you buy one pair of pants or shirt for Dad, you’ll receive half off the 2nd item now through Father’s Day – June 18. Columbia – Now through June 18, you’ll receive 25% off “almost everything” in the store to celebrate Father’s Day. Ganachery – Now through Father’s Day, you can enjoy a pairing of chipotle ganache and Knob Creek bourbon at a discounted price. Disney’s Days of Christmas/Art of Disney/Wonderful World of Memories – You can find great gifts to personalize for Father’s Day 2017, included wood and metal frame engraving, personalized ornaments, and father/son themed sketches. View the full article

Walt Disney World has raised the curtain — in an uncharacteristically quiet way — on a new projection show called “Disney Movie Magic” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The nightly event salutes a slew of live-action films and relies heavily on projection mapping on the park’s Chinese Theater. There’s... View the full article

Today’s Disney Doodle imagines what buddies Lilo and Stitch would do if they had the chance to visit a Disney theme park. Artist Ashley Taylor found inspiration for this “doodle” in the new nighttime spectacular “Happily Ever After,” which just opened at Magic Kingdom to the delight of guests. According to Ashley, Lilo and Stitch just might make it a must-do on their vacation list. “I love the new ‘Happily Ever After’ fireworks show, especially love the new projections!” she said, adding that she “had a lot of fun recreating the ‘Tangled’ lanterns scene on the castle!” View the full article

Can you believe we’re just a week away from celebrating Shanghai Disney Resort’s first anniversary? Exactly one year ago today, we announced on the blog a $3.1 million donation from The Walt Disney Company and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts to fund Disney-themed play rooms and therapeutic play activities at more than 50 children’s hospitals across China. This week, we opened the first of these play rooms at Children’s Hospital of Shanghai and at Beijing East District Children’s Hospital, with a third opening in Guangzhou in just a few days. We will continue to open similar play rooms in China over the next five years in partnership with Shanghai Charity Foundation, China Soong Ching Ling Foundation and the Right To Play non-profit organization. This just the latest in Disney’s long history of supporting children’s hospitals, dating back to the 1930s when Walt himself would make visits along with Disney characters and animators. Since then, millions of dollars in annual grants and donations have continued to provide cherished experiences for children around the world. Disney VoluntEARS have already made more than 230 hospital visits and benefited more than 21,000 children and their families across China. Shanghai Disney Resort also launched the Disney Wish Program in mainland China last week in honor of International Children’s Day. In collaboration with Make-A-Wish®, the program will grant wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions and continue the legacy of creating magic for children and their families. Disney and Make-A-Wish have partnered to grant more than 100,000 Disney wishes around the world since 1981 – more than 9,000 each year – including experiences at Disney theme parks, voyages on Disney Cruise Line and encounters with Disney characters. We’re thrilled to bring the Disney spirit of supporting local communities to our newest Disney resort. View the full article

The Force is strong at D23 Expo 2017 thanks to an entire pavilion dedicated to the Star Wars-themed lands coming to Disneyland park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Today, the creative minds behind the pavilion unveiled the amazing logo for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts: A Galaxy of Stories, exclusively at D23 Expo 2017. In just a few short weeks, guests can catch a glimpse of the locations, starships, creatures and droids that will populate this remote village on the Outer Rim, and experience the world premiere of a detailed model showcasing the immersive 14-acre lands coming to Disney Parks in 2019. There will be plenty of artwork and media on display to show guests the creative process bringing the Star Wars, galaxy to life. On Saturday of the D23 Expo, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman, Bob Chapek, will also take the stage for a special Hall D23 presentation on what’s new and what’s next for resorts around the globe. In addition, guests can sit in on three other unique Disney Parks panel presentations: Friday, July 14 3:30 p.m. Pirates of the Caribbean: 50 Years of Swashbuckling Adventures in Disney Parks Saturday, July 15 3:00 p.m. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts – Bob Chapek Sunday, July 16 12:15 p.m. Inspiring Women of Imagineering 2:30 p.m. Voices of Disney Parks We’re also bringing back Mickey’s of Glendale, the Imagineer-exclusive merchandise store chock full of limited-edition collectibles and souvenirs. It’s all coming up at D23 Expo 2017 on July 14-16 at the Anaheim Convention Center, across the street from Disneyland Resort. Tickets and more information are available now at D23expo.com. View the full article