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Holidays Around the World has returned to Epcot! Now through December 30, 2016, guests can discover the joyous holiday traditions of our 11 World Showcase nations. During a recent expedition to Epcot for my “Unforgettable Shopping” series, I found commemorative products to celebrate this annual holiday event. Guests visiting Epcot this month will find a logo T-shirt, a decorative ornament, and collectible pins. There is a limited release logo pin found throughout select merchandise shops in Epcot. This hinged pin opens to reveal one of my favorite characters, Figment. There is also a limited edition pin celebrating the ever-popular Candlelight Processional at American Gardens Theater (the pin has an edition size of 3,500). Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members will find two limited edition, hinged pins. The Passholder exclusive pin (above left) has an edition size of 2,000, while the Disney Vacation Club Member exclusive pin (above right) has an edition size of 1,500. Outside The American Adventure, guests will find Santa’s Village, a collection of holiday-themed kiosks carrying Precious Moments dolls, Ne’Qwa handpainted ornaments, and seasonal products from Disney Parks. The Christkindlmarkt in Germany Pavilion features live glass-blowing demonstrations through December 25 by master glass blower, Reinhard Herzog. Guests will also find Prost! which offers an artisan cheese plate and sauerbraten with red cabbage and spätzle. Finally, no visit to Germany Pavilion would be complete without a stop in Karamell-Küche to pick up Werther’s Original caramel. I also found a lovely limited edition ornament in Die Weihnachts Ecke, the Christmas-themed shop adjacent to the caramel kitchen. I hope to see you at Epcot this holiday season! View the full article

If you’re looking for a mug that’s “Practically Perfect in Every Way” for yourself or as a gift this holiday season, I think we may have found one for you. This charming little Mary Poppins mug has been around for a few months now, but it was only recently that I really stopped to look and examine the details. And, of course, there are details galore… Mary Poppins Mug Three different panels surrounded in ornate designs feature Mary’s silhouette or simply her umbrella. Mary Poppins Mug Mary Poppins Mug Mary Poppins Mug I really don’t know if the tiny feet on the bottom are supposed to resemble her boots or not, but either way they remind me of them. Bottom of Mary Poppins Mug The inside is brushed with a pale pink, ready to be filled with coffee or tea… and a spoonful of sugar, of course! Inside Mary Poppins Mug It’s all very pretty; but here — I think — is the clincher (just in case you didn’t pick up on this in the first photo )… Parrot Head Handle YES! The parrot head handle of Mary Poppins’ umbrella is also the handle for this mug! Parrot Head Handle The Mary Poppins mug is $17.99. I’m not finding this one on Disneystore.com at the moment, but it is currently appearing on the Shop Disney Parks app with a “Mary Poppins Mug” search (a word of warning, though: things can change quickly on the app, so if you don’t see it on a current search, try again in a day or two). For now, “Off we go… Spit spot!” Are you a Mary Poppins fan? 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: Spotted! Olaf’s Perfect Sundae Day at Disney World’s Beaches and Cream Spotted! New Disney Princess Mugs… and a few Villains, too! Spotted: Disney World “Wish I Was There” Mug View the full article

Have you gotten a taste of the season at the Festival of Holidays in Disney California Adventure park? With 14 festive foods marketplace kiosks serving delicious bites inspired by many different cuisines and traditions as well as live music, dance and holiday-inspired performances, this new seasonal experience is the perfect way to get your whole family into the holiday spirit! Don’t miss Festival of Holidays in Disney California Adventure park, now through Jan. 8! View the full article

Walt Disney World has unveiled details, including the price, of its new Star Wars Tour based out of Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park. The seven-hour experience will sell for $121.12, plus admission to Hollywood Studios will be required, according to Disney World's official website. The tour... View the full article

The holiday season is well under way here at Disney Parks. No matter what you’ll be celebrating this month, whether it’s Christmas, Hannukah, New Year’s Eve – or even the lighthearted “National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day” on December 16 (it’s a thing!) – we have a Disney Parks Blog wallpaper for you. To choose a design, simply click on the image below and you’ll be able to find a size for your desktop/mobile device. Be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it. Want to check out other designs? Visit our complete gallery of wallpapers here. View the full article

Looking for a unique gift for all of the Walt Disney World Resort fans on your list? Send them some Disney magic with photos from Disney PhotoPass Service! While Disney PhotoPass Service is known for helping everyone in your party get in the picture, we also know how important it is to get beautiful shots of the parades, fireworks, Disney characters and icons so you have picturesque keepsakes of your visit you can share with friends and family. There are two different options that allow you to grab these great shots via MyDisneyPhotoPass.com: the Walt Disney World Gallery Disc and Walt Disney World Entertainment Gallery Disc. For more than 400 high-resolution digital photos of your favorite Disney icons, attractions, scenery, night shots and holiday decorations, purchase the Walt Disney World Gallery Disc. To get that flawless, unobstructed shot, our photographers obtained access to special locations for many of these photos to capture a unique angle of your favorite places around Walt Disney World Resort. If you’re looking for photos of some of your favorite Disney friends, the Walt Disney World Entertainment Gallery Disc features more than 600 high-resolution digital photos of Disney Characters (some in their festive seasonal attire!) taken all around Walt Disney World Resort. This disc also features photos from beloved parades, including Mickey’s “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade, “Disney Festival of Fantasy” Parade and “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime” Parade. These photo collections are perfect for scrapbooking, printing and posting to your personal social media account.* Whether for the person who visits the parks and would rather enjoy the moment than taking photos, or the photo enthusiast looking for beautiful photos to complement their collection, these products make the perfect gift! When you visit MyDisneyPhotoPass.com, you can also shop for great Disney-themed gifts featuring your vacation photos, like ornaments, calendars, magnets, photo frames, greeting cards and mugs. *Please note that these photos are licensed to you for personal, non-commercial use only. View the full article

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Tonight’s “Disney Parks After Dark” image was snapped during one of the high points of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party – the “Holiday Wishes” fireworks. This special holiday fireworks spectacular, which you can only view on party nights, fills the park with colorful cheer. There are still a few party nights remaining this year, which events taking place December 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18 & 22. In addition to amazing fireworks, guests can enjoy the new stage show “Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration,” the “Once Upon A Christmastime Parade,” complimentary treats and much more. Thanks to photographer Tom Bricker for the shot. View the full article

The runDisney race season is in full swing, and with special Disney touches like themed finisher medals and fun character appearances, each race is sure to be an experience unlike any other. Next up in January are the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna and the Star Wars Half Marathon – The Light Side, which like all runDisney races will offer something for runners of all ages and levels. Our runDisney race weekends hold particularly special relevance for certain runners who have inspiring stories of triumph. Take Rachel Talise, for instance. Overcoming temporary paralysis, Rachel triumphantly completed the Doctor Strange 10K during the recent Super Heroes Half Marathon Weekend at Disneyland Resort. Rachel was used to running at least two half marathons per year, but in August 2014, she suddenly became paralyzed from the waist down and in her hands. The cause was Guillain–Barré syndrome, a very rare condition (1 or 2 cases per 100,000 people annually) that results in the immune system attacking the nervous system, leaving many patients without full mobility. After three months of physical and occupational therapy, she regained some movement and learned how to walk again. Even though she was not yet fully recovered, Rachel was determined to get back to running. The Doctor Strange 10K was her first since being diagnosed. Check out the video below to see Rachel’s incredible journey, If you are running in an upcoming runDisney race and have an inspirational or extraordinary story, we’d love to hear it! Please submit your story for consideration at WDPR.DisneySportsStories@Disney.com. View the full article

Disney After Dark will see the light of day again. For seven nights in early 2017, a limited number of visitors will be able to linger in Magic Kingdom for three hours after the theme park has closed to regular day guests. The newly announced event nights are Jan. 20 and 27, Feb. 2, 9 and 16, and... View the full article

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We continue to highlight children’s holiday “Wishes for Wildlife” in this new video. Each week during the holiday season, we will share another video of a child’s “Wish for Wildlife” on the Disney Parks Blog. We will also show you some of the more than 100 pieces of art they created to illustrate their wishes. We will post the children’s art on the Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment Facebook page – so be sure to check it often! View the full article

Last spring, Disney After Hours event nights debuted at Magic Kingdom Park and delighted attendees with quick access to some of the park’s most popular attractions and character greetings. We’re thrilled to share today that this unique hard-ticket event will return for select dates in January, February and March 2017. In case you aren’t familiar, Disney After Hours events are limited to a small number of guests, allowing attendees to maximize their time in the park with little to no wait at 25 attractions and experiences, like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid, Space Mountain and many more. The Disney After Hours ticket allows park entry as early as 7 p.m., which gives attendees time to enjoy the park’s nightly “Wishes” fireworks, and then remain in the park for three hours past the park’s scheduled closing time. In addition, ice cream novelties and select beverages are also provided as part of your admission. Disney After Hours event nights are currently set for January 20 and 27, February 2, 9 and 16, and March 2 and 9, 2017. (Please note that Disney After Hours does not replace Extra Magic Hours (EMH) for our resort guests and are instead held on non-EMH dates). For a full sneak peek inside what a Disney After Hours event entails, check out the video below! Tickets are available now. Click here for more information or call 407-827-7185. Disney After Hours is another magical addition to our Enchanting Extras Collection at Walt Disney World Resort. You can learn more by visiting this link. View the full article

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Ready for another fun giveaway??!! I thought you might be! Remember the other day when we shared with you the chance to win a Disney Goodies Snack Box? These are the treats that you’ll find throughout Walt Disney World and Disneyland. And nothing keeps the magic alive like taking some of this wonderfulness home when it’s time to wrap up my latest visit! Well, I figure that you feel exactly the same way! So we’re giving you another chance to score one of these wonderful snack-y care packages. Why? Because here at Disney Food Blog, we KNOW that we couldn’t continue to bring you ALL the Disney Food, ALL the time, without ALL of YOU! You support us unfailingly, so we want to give back a little something to our readers! Enter to Win a Disney Parks Snack Box! I know you’re shocked to hear this. But we LOVE us some Disney Snacks here at DFB Central. So we decided to put together a sweet little collection of snacks to give away to one awesome reader! Gingerbread Popcorn — YUM! What can you expect if you’re the lucky winner? We will ship you a box full of Disney Parks Snacks — plus maybe a few little surprises from Walt Disney World and Disneyland! Sweet! How Do You Enter? It’s simple! Just join our newsletter and that’s it! Easy as pie. (If you’re already a newsletter subscriber, you’re already entered to win!) So don’t delay, because we’ll be picking our winner very soon! (Giveaway winners will be contacted via email to confirm their address, and winners will be announced in an upcoming DFB newsletter!) And stay tuned for the rest of the week — we’ll have fun new giveaways and offers each day! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun this Holiday Season! The 2017 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book is now available! With more than 530 pages, The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World® Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! Order your 2017 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code SAVE2017 at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! Happy Holidays from all of us here at DFB! Stay tuned for one more day of Disney Food Blog Holiday Giveaways! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the DFB Team!! 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 Five Days of Giveaways: Win a Disney Goodies Snack Box from Disney Food Blog! DFB Five Days of Giveaways Day 2: Win a $25 Disney Gift Card from Disney Food Blog! DFB Five Days of Giveaways Day 3: 40% Off the ENTIRE DFB Store! View the full article

ABC Commissary at Disney’s Hollywood Studios hasn’t often wowed us in the past. But that may be changing. Learn About: ABC Commissary Disney's Hollywood Studios Disney World Restaurants The dining spot has previously been strictly counter service in the classic Disney sense of the word. (Check out a recent review here.) You know the set up — order your food from the overhead menu boards, and then step forward with your receipt to collect your tray of drinks and food. These days, however, ABC Commissary is trying a slightly different approach. Billing the spot as “fast casual” for the dinner hour, the restaurant takes the same tack as one of our favorites, Wolfgang Puck Express in Disney Springs. The concept is pretty simple: order your food from a cast member and receive a pager. But unlike spots that expect you to come collect your food when the pager goes, off, your food will find you. Ordering stations Guests choose a seat once they’ve ordered their food, and cast members will deliver the food and drinks to their table. Cast members are also available for other needs during your meal. Flag them down for condiments or anything else you might need. ABC Commissary seating With the slight upgrade in service, hungry diners can also find a menu that’s a little more than just your standard nuggets and fries (which we love, by the way). In keeping with some other counter service spots like Liberty Inn in Epcot, ABC Commissary is offering a steak option. The Chimichurri Steak comes with a side of Thick-Cut Fries and a Fire-Roasted Corn Medley. Chimichurri Steak ©Disney I’m pretty sure we’ll be trying this one soon! Other hearty options include a Barbecued Chicken and Ribs Combo, which is served with Fries and Coleslaw. Barbecued Chicken and Ribs ©Disney A dressed up Southwest Burger sounds pretty irresistible, topped with Pepper Jack Cheese, Bacon, Guacamole, and Jalapeño Poppers. The burger comes with a side of Fries as well. Southwest Burger ©Disney There is some lighter fare too, including Lemon Pepper Salmon with Green Beans and Couscous, or a Greek-inspired Mediterranean Salad, offered with your choice of Chicken or Salmon. Lemon Pepper Salmon ©Disney The children’s menu also offers some interesting options, like Salmon or Barbecued Chicken. It’s great to see some additional meal choices in Disney’s Hollywood Studios as we continue to await all of the new attractions coming to the park! And now, let’s hear from you. Will you be stopping by ABC Commissary to check out the new fast casual dinner menu? Leave a comment and tell us what you think! 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: Lunch at ABC Commissary in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Review: ABC Commissary at Disney’s Hollywood Studios News! Magic Kingdom’s Diamond Horseshoe Offers Table Service Dining For a Limited Time View the full article

We’ve been giving you a mom’s take on all that’s new aboard the Disney Wonder, including the fun for families and kids, and today it’s time to answer every parent’s secret question, “what’s in it for me?” So now you know, the questions you really should be asking yourself are more along the lines of “manicure or pedicure?”, “shaken or stirred?” and “filet mignon or lobster?” Speaking of incredible options and delicious food, up next we’ll show you what’s new for dining aboard the Disney Wonder. View the full article

To help you get ready for the holidays, we’ve developed a series of recipes featuring favorite holiday sweets from Disney Parks from coast to coast. To kick off the season, I’m sharing the coveted Gingerbread Cookie recipe from the Bakery at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. The Grand has long been a favorite place to visit during the holiday season. The gingerbread house in the lobby of the resort has been a Walt Disney World holiday mainstay for the past 18 years, with the aroma of freshly baked gingerbread calling to visitors. Bring home a taste of a holiday tradition by making this recipe for your loved ones. View the full article

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Are you ready to rock and BOWL next year in Disneyland? I sure hope so, because Splitsville Luxury Lanes is opening in the Downtown Disney District in late 2017! “Let the Good Times Roll!” Like its Splitsville Orlando counterpart in Disney Springs, Disneyland’s Splitsville will feature bowling, dining, and live entertainment in one GIGANTIC setting. Splitsville Luxury Lanes in Disney Springs 625 seats will be waiting to be filled, and 20 luxury bowling lanes will be ready for you to get your game on. Splitsville Orlando: Dining and Bowling Entrances Bowling Lanes at Splitsville Two full-service bars and a large outdoor patio overlooking Downtown Disney will complete the new scene of this spot adjacent to Tortilla Jo’s. Upstairs Bar in Splitsville Orlando Look for sushi, hand-cut steaks, burgers, and hand-tossed pizza on the menu. Beauty and the Beast Sushi with “Beastly eel” in the foreground Firehouse Pizza at Splitsville That’s right — even if you don’t bowl at Splitsville, there’s no shame in showing up just for the food. Because, I must say, just about everything we’ve tried at Splitsville in Disney Springs has been pretty darn tasty. Filet Sliders So we’ll definitely be looking forward to this new addition on the west coast! Mickey and Minnie Bowling Balls at Splitsville How about you? Are you excited to hear about this new addition to Downtown Disney in Disneyland? 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: Review: Splitsville Luxury Lanes at Disney World’s Downtown Disney Tables in Wonderland Event! Splitsville Luxury Lanes Dine Around Splitsville: Opening Fall 2012 in Walt Disney World View the full article

Exciting news from Adventures by Disney! You can now book private travel for your group and choose from a variety of exciting Adventures by Disney itineraries all around the world. Whether you’re planning a family reunion trip or organizing an unforgettable getaway for your friends, you can make the most of your vacation with Private Travel with Adventures by Disney—a trip just for your family and friends. With Adventures by Disney your group will experience firsthand the people, places and cultures of our world in ways you never thought possible. Whether you’re flying down a zipline above a scenic Costa Rican rainforest or making pizza with a master chef in Italy, you’re sure to create lifelong memories everyone in your group will cherish forever. Best of all, there’s no need for exhaustive trip planning, mapping out where you’re going next or worrying about getting your luggage where it needs to be. Adventure by Disney handles all of that for you! This allows you to focus on what really matters: being together. Leading the way will be your Adventure Guide, giving you and your loved ones VIP treatment throughout the entire journey. It’s the kind of special treatment and access you can expect from Disney, bypassing lines at popular museums and attractions, as well as enjoying backstage events and privately guided tours. Plus, your Adventure Guide works with local experts wherever you visit to bring the cultures of these destinations to life. Want to learn more? Call 1-800-543-0865 and plan the perfect way for your loved ones to travel together with Adventures by Disney! View the full article

The crowd at a movie premiere is an inherently friendly one. Everyone in the house is either employed by the studio, had a hand in making the movie or is just happy to be at a free movie (that would be the press). And when the film finishes screening, there is always a round of applause for almost... View the full article

This time of year, many of us are planning our outfits for special holiday gatherings – and this was the inspiration artist Ashley Taylor had when designing today’s Disney Doodle of Cinderella. “I love the iconic scene where Cinderella’s dress transforms into a ball gown,” Ashley said. “I thought it would be sweet to have the Fairy Godmother add a little more sparkle to Cinderella’s dress for the holidays.” Ashley has depicted the two of them here, in front of Cinderella Castle, putting the last few touches on her white gown, which she wears in the “Once Upon a Christmastime” parade at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. View the full article

I like the shopping trend of purchasing experiences over objects. It applies readily to theme parks and attractions, most of which have gift cards for admission or extras. But if you or yours are hot to physically unwrap a gift found underneath the tree, there's certainly no shortage of merchandise,... View the full article

It’s Day Three of DFB Five Days of Giveaways — and today, we’re giving you the Entire DFB Store! We couldn’t let our week full of happy surprises pass by without offering you an extra special discount on the entire line of DFB Guide e-books. These savings are gonna blow your stockings off! Take 40% off everything with code JOLLY! And we mean ALL OF IT! All of our individual Guide Books, like our 2017 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! But this special offer also includes all of our Bundles! Here at Disney Food Blog, we KNOW that we couldn’t continue to bring you ALL the Disney Food, ALL the time, without ALL of YOU. You support us unfailingly, so we want to give back a little something to our readers! In addition to our Guides and Bundles, you can also take advantage of 40% savings on all DFB Gift Certificates. Whether you send them the confirmation email with their present, or you print it off and give it to them, the Disney Food Lover in your life is gonna love it! These extra special savings are only around for a limited time. So go ahead — knock out that gift list the easy way — with the DFB Guides that they’ll love and will make their next Disney trip a snap! Don’t wait! Get the Entire DFB Store for 40% off using code JOLLY! And don’t forget to tune in tomorrow to hear about our next GIVEAWAY!! As always, your DFB Team thanks you for all of your support! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! 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 12 Days of Christmas: 35% Off of EVERYTHING in the DFB Store! SAVE 30% Off Everything in the DFB Store With Our Labor Day Sale! DFB 12 Days of Christmas: Day 1 — 20% Off All DFBStore Products! View the full article

I love visiting during Holidays at the Disneyland Resort and being immersed in the festive holiday spirit. This year, guests have been celebrating the season with a variety of special happenings including Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure park, or by experiencing fun, holiday-themed attractions like Haunted Mansion Holiday in Disneyland park. If you will be visiting this month, here is a look at some commemorative merchandise created especially for Disneyland Resort. At the Festival of Holidays, guests can celebrate holiday festivities inspired by cultural traditions at Disney California Adventure park now through January 8, 2017. Look for short- and long-sleeved apparel along with a logo hat. There is also a t-shirt for this event that is only available to Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders. To celebrate Disney ¡Viva Navidad! in Paradise Pier at Disney California Adventure park, we have released two limited edition pins. The hinged-logo pin has an edition size of 3,000, while the jumbo-sized pin with José Carioca has an edition size of 500. Haunted Mansion Holiday in New Orleans Square is one of my favorite things to see during the holidays at Disneyland park. This year, guests will find several commemorative pins including a spinner pin that has an edition size of 3,000. On December 8, we will release a limited edition pin and ornament set for Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders featuring Jack Skellington and Zero (edition size 500). We are also releasing a new limited edition pin collection on December 8 that salutes classic Disneyland park attractions. Titled “Sounds of the Season,” each pin in this four-pin collection will have an edition size of 3,000. Finally, guests sailing on the world-famous Jingle Cruise this holiday season at Disneyland park will find a limited edition logo pin (edition size 3,000). Look for these holiday-themed products and more in select merchandise locations throughout Disneyland Resort. Happy Holidays! View the full article