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A 6-foot-tall topiary Figment balancing on a floral ball will be just one of the firsts that will delight you during this spring’s Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival at Walt Disney World Resort. Ninety days of bright blooms and whimsical creations for all of your senses begin March 1. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Daisy and Pluto will greet Epcot guests at the Epcot front entrance in a new topiary garden inspired by a vintage Walt Disney short film. Belle from the Oscar-winning Disney film “Beauty and the Beast” is getting a major topiary makeover, joining Snow White, Elsa and Anna as the next-generation “princess” topiary. In the “Cars”-themed interactive play garden: a new character topiary from the upcoming June 2017 release of “Cars 3” will join the gang. If you get inspired, you can take advantage of the expanded operating hours of the Festival Center opening week, Wednesday, March 1 to Sunday, March 5, and pop into a gardening seminar or DIY workshop. During the remaining weeks of the Festival, the center will be open Friday through Sunday. Leave room to try two new Outdoor Kitchens, and grab a seat when performers will rock America Garden Theatre stage four days a week. The Garden Rocks concert series will run Friday through Monday, with three concerts a night. The Festival runs March 1 to May 29. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for Festival details. View the full article

The newly transformed Disney Wonder is now sailing out of Galveston with Texas-sized changes all throughout the ship! Incredible enhancements were made from bow to stern, with new spaces and activities for all ages. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be giving you a mom’s take on the transformed Disney Wonder, starting today with what’s in store for families. Stay tuned for more videos about the brand-new adventures for kids, where adults can escape for “me” time and how entertainment takes dining to new heights aboard the Disney Wonder. View the full article

The arrival of December means the Christmas holiday is only a few weeks away. As a father, I love counting down the days until December 25 with my children. I particularly enjoy seeing the excitement in their eyes during this season of giving. This year, I found several unique products from Disney Parks to help count the days until this festive holiday arrives. The first image in this story shows the ever-popular Mickey and Minnie Mouse Victorian-themed countdown calendar. New this year, guests will find a magnetic holiday countdown calendar with Mickey Mouse with Chip and Dale in a holiday scene. The calendar uses a Mickey Mouse-shaped holiday ornament to mark the days. One of my favorite items is the Countdown to Christmas Calendar that includes milk chocolate presents. On December 1, we are releasing a limited edition Christmas Countdown pin at select merchandise locations in Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. This pin contains an easel so it can easily be displayed with your holiday decorations. It will have an edition size of 2,000. Finally, the Disney Parks online store and the Shop Disney Parks app will be celebrating 12 days of Christmas with special deals. From December 5-16, a new deal will be offered each day for 12 days on a variety of items including select ear hat or shoe ornaments, PANDORA Jewelry, Star Wars products, apparel, toys and more. To see these offers, please visit DisneyParks.com/Store or download the free Shop Disney Parks app. View the full article

This week’s Disney Doodle was inspired by the stars of the 1991 film “Beauty & The Beast,” Belle and Beast. When artist Ashley Taylor tried to imagine what this couple would do first if they had the chance to visit a Disney theme park, the immensely popular Be Our Guest restaurant at Magic Kingdom Park immediately came to mind. “The Be Our Guest restaurant really transforms you into the film,” Ashley said. “I could easily envision Belle and Beast enjoying a prepared meal every night!” Be Our Guest restaurant is located within Beast’s Castle in the New Fantasyland section of the park. Here guests can enjoy quick-service lunch or table-service dinner in one of three themed dining rooms – the Castle Gallery, the Grand Ballroom and the dark West Wing. View the full article

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Hello from Walt Disney World! Today, we’re taking a look at some of our favorite restaurants around the World, as we share with you our suggestions for the Best Walt Disney World Restaurants for First Timers. It’s the latest Disney Food Blog video that you’ll find on our brand new DFB YouTube Video Channel! Are you headed to Walt Disney World for the very first time, or are you a veteran of the Parks and Resorts? Tune in to see if you agree with our picks for First Timers. We think that you can’t go wrong with classics like Chef Mickey’s. And Be Our Guest is a DFB favorite as well. Of course, if you venture over to 50s Prime Time Cafe, be sure to eat ALL of your veggies, and keep your elbows off the table! By the way, have you subscribed to our DFB YouTube Channel yet? If not, you should! By subscribing, you’ll be alerted as soon as we post a new video, so you’ll never miss out on seeing all of your Disney Food Favorites up close and in action. So what are you waiting for? Head over and check our our latest video, Best Walt Disney World Restaurants for First Timers! What’s your best restaurant suggestions for first time WDW visitors? Leave a comment and share your thoughts 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: NEW Video! The Best Brownies in Walt Disney World! New DFB Video: The Disney Dole Whip! New Video: Our Disney Dining Plan Recommendations for One-Credit Restaurants! View the full article

This past spring we found out that Paddlefish is coming to Disney Springs in the former location of Fulton’s Crab House. The new restaurant will focus on seafood as well as chops and steaks and a new oyster shucking bar! Way back in the Summer we shared a sneak peek at a few menu items. And while the official menu hasn’t been announced yet we have another peek at more of the menu items coming soon to Paddlefish. First, check out the Lobster Roll! We can’t wait to try this one! If seafood and pasta is your thing, you might want to check out the Linguine with Clams. Linguine with clams ©Paddlefish We’re always looking for a good burger and this Burger with Pimento Cheese is one we’ll definitely be ordering. Burger with Pimento Cheese ©Paddlefish Sometimes you just want a steak, even if you’re dining at a seafood joint. This New York Strip with Cauliflower Puree will also be on the menu. New York Strip with Cauliflower Puree ©Paddlefish Cauliflower Puree seems to be a trend with the Paddlefish menu, as you’ll also find it in this dish paired with Scallops and Brussels sprouts. Scallops with Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower Puree ©Paddlefish So we know Paddlefish is serving seafood, steaks, and burgers, but the menu will also feature salads including this Wheat Berry Salad with Shrimp. Wheat Berry Salad with Shrimp ©Paddlefish You’ll also find several unique cocktails at Paddlefish, including the Captain Handsome (love the name) and the Lily Spritzer. Captain Handsome ©Paddlefish We’re looking forward to checking out this Southern Sangria – maybe at the new rooftop bar! Southern Sangria ©Paddlefish The full menu for Paddlefish is still in the final stages but it will also feature a “build your own” fish boil, Alaskan King Crab, and Florida Stone Crab. We haven’t heard an official opening date for Paddlefish, but we’ve been hearing “late 2016.” Time’s a-tickin’… Will you be visiting Paddlefish when it opens? 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: Sneak Peek: Menu Pictures from Paddlefish, Opening in Disney Springs This Fall News: Fulton’s Crab House Becomes Paddlefish this Fall First Look! Menus and Food Photos for The Boathouse Restaurant Opening Soon at Disney World View the full article

We can’t believe it’s already time for Shanghai Disney Resort to celebrate its first holiday season! The festivities bring to life an authentically Disney holiday wonderland with unique flourishes guests can only find at our newest Disney resort. Guests will feel the holiday spirit walking down a transformed Mickey Avenue at Shanghai Disneyland decked out with special decorations, festive music and warm greetings from Mickey and his pals in their holiday attire. There’s even a chance to view a dazzling Christmas tree in Gardens of Imagination, which is magically lit every night of the celebration. Disneytown, Shanghai Disneyland Hotel and Toy Story Hotel will all have shimmering Christmas trees for guests to enjoy, each with different styles that bring the holiday spirit to life across the resort. The pianist at Shanghai Disneyland Hotel will also be available to play a few merry tunes. In honor of the holiday season, guests will find more than 30 limited-release merchandise items around the resort, including special Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse plush toys, festive Christmas head wear and scarves, and beautiful holiday ornaments. There will also be holiday feasts and treats at several restaurants and shops throughout the park. Happy holidays from Shanghai Disney Resort! View the full article

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A new NFL champion won’t be crowned for another two months, but a Super Bowl is about to get underway at Walt Disney World Resort. For the 20th straight year, the Pop Warner Super Bowl begins Saturday at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. And just like their NFL heroes, these young players battled through post-season competitions to achieve their “I’m going to Disney World!” moment by qualifying for the Pop Warner Super Bowl. The week-long tournament features 64 football teams and more than 400 cheerleading squads from around the nation going head-to-head to be crowned national champions in various divisions. For a few of these players, their football dreams are just beginning with this magical trip to Walt Disney World Resort. That’s because more than 70 percent of active NFL players competed in Pop Warner, including Super Bowl MVP Peyton Manning (Denver Broncos) and eight-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (Arizona Cardinals). If you’re visiting Walt Disney World Resort between Dec. 3-10, stop by the sports complex and get a sneak peek at the NFL talent of tomorrow. You can get a look at the full schedule for the tournament here. Daily admission is $12.50 (ages 3-9) or $17.50 (ages 10 & older), or you can purchase a length-of-admission pass for $37.50 or $52.50. For updates on the Pop Warner Super Bowl and to keep up with all of the latest Disney Sports news and events, be sure check us out on Facebook and on Twitter, @DisneySports. For more information about sports events held at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, visit www.espnwwos.com. View the full article

If you’d like to get a jump-start on your holiday shopping this year, I have gathered a few charming gift ideas from ALEX AND ANI created especially for Disney Parks. The Disney Parks online store is currently offering four unique gift sets created by ALEX AND ANI. The three-piece sets include a charm bangle and two beaded bangles, while the two-piece sets include a charm bangle and a metal beaded bangle. Designs include the following: Mickey Mouse Filigree in RAFAELIAN SILVER Finish; Mickey Mouse Filigree in RAFAELIAN GOLD Finish; Tinker Bell “Believing Is Just The Beginning” in Shiny Silver Finish; and Cinderella “A Dream Is A Wish…” in Shiny Silver Finish. Celebrate the holidays with three charms featuring Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Olaf from Disney’s “Frozen.” Each festive charm bangle is available in a choice of Shiny Silver or Shiny Gold Finish. As we continue to make room for even more designs from ALEX AND ANI at Disney Parks, it means we are retiring select designs in the coming months. Some of the designs include park icons from Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts along with select Disney wrap designs. Look for new park icons bangles to arrive in 2017 (I’ve seen a sneak preview and they look outstanding!). Finally, we are inviting Disney Parks Blog readers to help select new “Words Are Powerful” Color Infusion bangles inspired by Disney sayings and attributes of some of our most beloved characters! You may recall reading about this collection in June 2016 . For the next five days, guests are invited to select one of their favorite phrases from choices below. The top three phrases with the most votes will be released as part of the ALEX AND ANI “Words Are Powerful” collection in spring 2017. What phrase would you like to see in the ALEX AND ANI “Words Are Powerful” collection in spring 2017? Look for ALEX AND ANI in select merchandise locations at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. You may also find select designs via the free Shop Disney Parks app or on the Disney Parks online store. View the full article

Mario Lopez and Family Explore Disney Cruise Line View the full article

When “Moana” sailed into theaters last week, Disney cruisers were among the first to experience this highly anticipated animated film that premiered on our ships the same day as on land. Congrats to the film’s incredibly talented cast and to Walt Disney Animation Studios on producing yet another blockbuster hit. The film delivered an estimated $81.1M over the five-day holiday weekend, making it the second largest Thanksgiving debut ever behind “Frozen.” Auli’i Cravalho, the voice of Moana, recently sailed on the Disney Magic, making her part of the Disney Cruise Line family. Ryan March had the opportunity to interview this rising Disney star while onboard, and if you haven’t already seen it, be sure to take a look. Better yet, if you haven’t already seen the film, go see it in theaters now in 3D! View the full article

This is the time of year when families and friends gather to give thanks and celebrate the true spirit of the holidays. Every child has a wish for the holiday season, and we wondered what a child’s wish would be for wildlife. As you might have guessed, the kids had some great answers – some were heartfelt, and some were possible only in their dreams, but we loved them all! Connecting kids and families with nature and animals is a core value of our company. We want to inspire kids around the world to become environmental stewards and care for nature, which may be our greatest contribution to the future of the planet. 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 – everything from an origami rhino to a clay sea turtle! 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

Celebrate the holidays at Disneyland Resort with several merchandise special events taking place in December 2016. Downtown Disney District December 2 – Ashley Eckstein returns to Disneyland Resort with the latest offerings from the Disney Parks collection by HerUniverse. Joining Ashley will be Ashley Taylor, the artist whose work is prominently featured on the Star Wars timeline skirt and coordinating Ewok cardigan. They will appear at WonderGround Gallery from 6–8 pm. December 2-4 – The Precious Moments 2016 Holiday doll collection will be available at World of Disney from November 24, 2016, through January 2, 2017. Doll Maker Linda Rick will be available for special appearances and signings on December 2-4 and 16-18 from 12–10 p.m. in the location. December 3-4 – Calling all paper art fans! Jackie Huang returns to WonderGround Gallery as our December Artist in Residence. Look for her from 5–9 p.m. on December 3-4, 9-10, 16-17 and 30. December 3-4 – Temecula Olive Oil Company returns to WonderGround Gallery for olive oil tastings from 2–5 p.m. on December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18. If you are unable to attend a tasting, a unique assortment of olive oils will be available all month long at the location. December 17 – WonderGround Gallery is pleased to welcome back artists Joe Corroney, Jackie Huang and Jerrod Maruyama. This Artist Showcase event will be held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Disney California Adventure Park December 2-3 – Noah will be on hand for appearances and signings at Off the Page. On December 2, he will be at the location from 5–9 p.m., while on December 3 he will appear from 12–4 p.m. December 3 – Renowned American folk artist Jim Shore returns to Disneyland Resort this month. On Saturday, Dec. 3, he will be appearing at the Festival of Holidays signing locations from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Please note that merchandise for his appearance on December 3 will be found at Off the Page in Disney California Adventure park. Look for him on Sunday, Dec. 4, at World of Disney in Downtown Disney District from 10 a.m. – noon. Disneyland Park December 10-11 – Disney Artist Dave Avanzino will be on hand for special appearances and signings at Disneyana on Main Street, U.S.A., from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. each day. Stop by and order one of Dave’s custom letter plaque designs or pick up your favorite Disney piece to take home. December 17 – Guests are invited to celebrate the recent release of Disney Editions deluxe hardcover book, “Maps of the Disney Parks: Charting 60 Years from California to Shanghai.” During this event, guests can meet Imagineers Vanessa Hunt, Ray Cadd and Christopher Dylan Merritt along with artists Stephen Cargile, Nina Rae Vaughn and Chuck Ballew. They will appear at Disneyana on Main Street, U.S.A., from 9–11 a.m., and at World of Disney in Downtown Disney District from 1:30–3:30 p.m. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa December 10 – We will release a new collection of limited edition pins inspired by the Gingerbread houses found at the Disneyland Resort. Walt Disney Imagineering Art Director & Concept Architect Bo Bolanos and Executive Pastry Chefs Jorge Sotelo and Jean-Marc Viallet will be on hand for a special appearance and signing from 9–11 a.m. at Acorns Gifts and Goods in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Each pin has an edition size of 1,000. For additional details about select events at the Disneyland Resort, please visit DisneyParksMerchandise.com. View the full article

We may be busy decking the halls right now, but shortly after the holidays we’ll be dreaming of Spring. And in Walt Disney World, that means one thing — the 2017 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! Mark your calendars for March 1-May 29, 2017 — a full 90 days of flowers, food, and fun! Ahhh, Epcot in the Spring. In its 24th year, the Flower and Garden Festival promises to be bigger and better than ever. It’s truly a feast for all of the senses as Epcot introduces new topiaries like Belle and Figment to accompany all of the classics we’ve come to love. And in 2017, there’s even more of an emphasis on edible gardens. The New Belle Topiary Will Have Facial Features, Like the Frozen Sisters But of course, here at DFB, we’re most interested in the Outdoor Kitchens (aka food booths!!). Smokehouse Booth Introduced a few years back, the Outdoor Kitchens are similar to the Marketplace Booths that you find during the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. This year, the food and beverage team will introduce two brand new booths with tempting menus of eats and drinks celebrating farm fresh ingredients. And great news! All 13 of the Outdoor Kitchens from 2016 will return as well! Urban Farm Eats, One of the Outdoor Kitchens Returning to the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival in 2017 We hope to see some of our favorites from last Spring return. Tops on the DFB List — the Tarte à l’Onion Alsacienne, which featured a creamy filling of Sautéed Onions, Fresh Thyme, and Rosemary built on a tender Puff Pastry Crust. Tarte à l’Onion Alsacienne Cross-Section And don’t forget the drinks! We loved the refreshing Snakebite at the Cider House in 2016. Snakebite We’ll be bringing you all of the news about menus just as soon as we have the details! In the meantime, head over to our 2017 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Page to see photos of all of the 2016 dishes! It’s a GREAT time to Disney! Now, I’d really love to hear from you! Will you be visiting the 2017 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival to try all the Outdoor Kitchens have to offer? Leave a comment and let us know what you hope to see return! 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! ALL FOOD PHOTOS for the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! News! New Booths and Eats at the 2016 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival News! 2015 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival FULL Food Menus! View the full article

While cleaning out another month’s of notes, both digital and hand-scrawled, I realized I’d never shared my favorite parts of Gaylord Palms’ ICE exhibit, which this year is based on the classic TV show “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Good grief! So I'll lead off the November notebook round-up with... View the full article

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So, what happens if you get a craving for cuisine from “Down in New Orleans” when you’re at sea? Well, if you’re sailing on the Disney Wonder with Disney Cruise Line, we’ve got an answer for you. You’ll pay a visit to Tiana’s Place, the newest rotational dining restaurant on the Disney Wonder! Disney Wonder The Disney Wonder recently set sail having received a re-imagineering (also known as a major makeover) involving updates and additions to areas all across the ship. While the makeover in some ways is similar to the Disney Magic (which was re-imagined in 2013), the Wonder has a few new features all its own, including Tiana’s Place. This new restaurant has taken the spot of a previous rotational dining room, Parrot Cay. And here’s what I find really exciting about it: if you’ve seen the Disney animated film The Princess and the Frog, then you know Tiana’s dream was to open her very own restaurant in her home city of New Orleans. The name? Tiana’s Place! So you’re stepping into the restaurant of a Disney Princess when you walk in! ©Disney DisneyCruiseLineBlog.com has provided a look at the menu for Tiana’s where the influence of New Orleans cuisine is seen along with tributes to characters from the film. For instance, Prince Naveen’s Charcuterie Board is an Appetizer option, alongside Boudin Sausage Fritters, Sauteed Gulf Shrimp and Grits, and Ahi Tuna Tartare. (The meal also starts with Bread Service, which at Tiana’s is an Herbed Brioche with Roasted Onion Dip.) Soups and Salads include a New Orleans Seafood Pepper Pot, Mama Odie’s Creamy Tomato Soup, an Iceberg Wedge, and a Pickled Gulf Shrimp and Satsuma Orange Salad. Entrees feature Charlotte La Bouff’s Bucatini Pasta, Cajun Spiced Sea Bass on shrimp jambalaya, Roasted Creole Half Chicken, James’s Roasted Pork Tenderloin, and Big Daddy’s Roasted Prime-Rib of Beef. ©Disney The two Vegetarian Entrees are Eudora’s Artichoke Ravioli and Honey-Roasted Butternut Squash while Lighter Note Offerings include Warm Water Lobster Salad, Grilled Grain-fed Sirloin Steak, Slow-Roasted Breast of Chicken, and Oven-Baked Filet of Salmon. The Desserts, though, may just steal the whole show… because Tiana is serving up BEIGNETS!! (Um…of COURSE she is!) Beignets! Tiana serves her Beignets with a Chocolate Espresso Dipping Sauce. Other sweet options are Chocolate Doberge Cateau, Mama Odie’s White Chocolate Bread Pudding, New Orleans Bananas Foster Sundae, a Southern Style Pecan Nut Tart with Bourbon Caramel Sauce, and a No-Sugar-Added Lemon Raspberry Mousse Bombe. The food at Tiana’s Place is accompanied by LIVE music (including a performance by Tiana!), and the scene is further set with Tiana’s family photos and water lily-shaped candleholders. So, congratulations, Tiana, on your dream-come-true restaurant. We can’t wait to experience for ourselves! Do you have a Disney Cruise in your future? 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: Disney Fantasy Cruise Ship Menus Disney Dream’s Remy Restaurant Menu Sneak Peek Guest Review: Dinner at Palo Aboard Disney Cruise Line’s Fantasy Cruise Ship View the full article

Our new show drone experience at Disney Springs, “Starbright Holidays – An Intel Collaboration” is setting the sky aglow this holiday season twice a night in the West Side of Disney Springs. The first aerial ballet of 300 Intel Shooting Star show drones choreographed to a specially orchestrated medley of classic holiday music with a Disney touch invites guests to wish upon a holiday star at Walt Disney World Resort. The inspiration behind this new holiday experience: the iconic scene in the Disney animated hit, “Tangled,” when the birthday lanterns are released over the kingdom. When Walt Disney Imagineers saw that moment, it sparked that magical, “what if” momentum. Watch how our Imagineers and Walt Disney World Creative Entertainment worked with the experts at Intel to bring this experience to Disney Springs this holiday season: I had the incredible opportunity to travel to Germany with the team as they developed “Starbright Holidays.” Disney is no stranger to innovation, especially using technology to immerse guests in the fantastical. You can wish upon a holiday star during “Starbright Holidays – An Intel Collaboration” daily at 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. until Jan 8. What is your holiday wish? View the full article

Pour yourself a cup of cheer at the new Holiday Tea at Steakhouse 55 at Disneyland Hotel! Classic Afternoon Tea receives a holiday overlay with White Chocolate Cranberry Scones, new tea sandwiches, and seasonal sweets like gingerbread cookies and holiday strawberries. New seasonal loose-leaf teas will also be available, including Mulled Spice Tea, Organic Pear Green Tea and a refreshing Peppermint Tea. Weekends December 2 through January 1. If you’re a Dole Whip enthusiast like I am, you’ll be happy to know Dole Whip is now available at The Coffee House at Disneyland Hotel. Dole Whip floats (with or without rum) are also available. Special food offerings are now available at Disneyland Resort to celebrate the theatrical release of “Moana.” Look for the Moana Bamboo Sipper at Bengal Barbecue and Tiki Juice Bar in Disneyland park, Chiller Cart in “a bugs land” in Disney California Adventure park, and Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar, Tangaroa Terrace and The Coffee House at Disneyland Hotel. Get a taste of the film with a Pineapple Parfait available at Bengal Barbecue and Tropical Imports, and Grilled Shrimp and Sausage Skewer at Bengal Barbecue. Thanksgiving may be over, but you can still enjoy the Holiday Turkey Poutine at The Daily Poutine at Disney Springs for the rest of the holiday season. French fries are piled high with turkey, gravy, cheddar curds and cranberry relish. Looking for festive sweets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Sunshine Day Café on Sunset Boulevard has holiday offerings such as Gingerbread Pops, Stollen Bites and Gingerbread Almond Cookie. Adults can also enjoy the Evergreen Spritz (Midori, vodka, sweet-and-sour, Sprite), Winterberry Cooler (Chambord, vodka, cranberry juice, lime) and Bailey’s Salted Caramel Cocoa. Missing the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival already? The Craft Beers Marketplace will remain open at Epcot through Holidays Around the World, serving a rotating selection of holiday craft beers and snacks. Dance the night away with themed music nights at Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney’s BoardWalk during the month of December! Themed nights include Take Ya Back Tuesdays (90’s), Way Back Wednesdays (00’s) and Thump Thursdays (EDM, House, Club mixes), with nightly drink specials. Atlantic Dance Hall is open from 9 p.m. – 2 a.m., no cover charge, must be 21 and older. View the full article

Our holiday cards are not complete without a photo with Santa. And this year, we took our photos with him very early at Disney Springs. A few days ago, we were de compras at Town Center and decided to take a break and go for some ice cream at Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop. Shopping with a toddler is not easy, so we didn’t know if our son was going to do well in line for Santa. However, you don’t have to wait in line that much! We went to the check in podium and got a pager from one of Santa’s Helpers. When the pager began to buzz, we knew it was our turn, and in less than 10 minutes, our son was taking his photo with Old St Nick! It was that easy! We were able to take our own photos but there was also a Disney PhotoPass photographer there to snap those cute poses. So if you want your foto with Santa, be sure to check into the virtual queue line and get your pager. Then shop, eat and play while you wait for your turn. Santa will be greeting guests daily through December 24, 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. (Santa Goofy takes over December 25-29 during the same hours.) View the full article

Who doesn’t love a trip around the Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Resorts on the Monorail? I know I do. And now there’s a new extra ticket dining event you can add to your trip on the Highway in the Sky… the Highway in the Sky Dine Around! The Wave Entrance Your evening begins by checking in at The Wave… of American Flavors at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, accompanied with a welcome appetizer and specialty cocktail. Next stop? Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort for island-inspired spirits and appetizers! Lighting fixtures hanging over the Polynesian lobby “Please stand clear of the doors” as the monorail then brings you to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort for a Chef’s main course selection at Citricos. Window Seating The selection will be followed by champagne and artisanal cheeses in the Resort’s lobby. Finally, the monorail will carry you back to the Contemporary for desserts, cordials, and coffee served on a private patio, as the evening ends with a viewing of the Wishes nighttime fireworks spectacular. Booking for the Highway in the Sky Dine Around is available online for select Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday nights beginning December 2nd, and the cost is $150 per guest (plus tax; gratuity is included). Only guests 21 and older may drink alcoholic beverages offered at this event. What do you think of this newest dining event? 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: Monorail Crawl News: Disney World Testing Free Taxi Service to Signature Restaurants News! Complimentary Beer Sampling at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! View the full article

Magical Deals This Holiday Season Using the Shop Disney Parks App View the full article