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Where do you go when you need that midday caffeine pick-me-up or the morning cup of Joe? Fun fact: Coffee tastes BETTER by a Castle! For Disney World fans, you typically have two choices — either Joffrey’s or Starbucks. And if you’re one of those Starbucks fanatics, we’ve got some exciting teasers about seasonal drinks coming soon. Bring on the falltime treats! Starbucks has been posting some rather cryptic things on Instagram that we think need decoding! Three different videos have appeared in recent days that seem to tease fall flavors. Starbucks on the West Side of Disney Springs First up, we’ve got this strange video of two people grilling corn…except it turns into candy corn? People in the comments are very intrigued by the possibility of candy corn-flavored beverages coming to Starbucks. Alas, Starbucks hasn’t yet released details about when these new fall drinks could drop or what they will be. We can’t wait to check out the lineup! Typically, these seasonal beverages will also be offered at Starbucks locations in the Disney parks — what’s more magical than a delicious coffee on Main Street, U.S.A.? We’ll be keeping our eyes peeled for an official announcement from the company, so stay tuned to DFB. Click Here to Check Out One of Our Starbucks Reviews! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you order at Starbucks? Tell us in the comments! The post Uhhh Starbucks, Is This Announcement Something We Need to DECODE? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hey, friends! Are you looking to take your little on to Disney? Do you feel like you have 1000 questions and 2000 worries about what to do and what could go wrong? Disneyland Don’t worry — I’ve been in your shoes, and I’m here to HELP! Not only have I been working here at DFB for over 5 years but I also used to be a Cast Member. So, I happen to know Disney like the back of my hand. BUT I don’t live right next door to Disney. I actually live all the way in Texas. So, I only get to go to the parks every now and then. Because of that, I have to pack and prepare for a Disney trip like most of you likely have to do as well. SO, when I took my then 10 month old to Disneyland for the first time, I had so many questions and stresses. And honestly, I learned quite a few lessons the hard way. I’m here to share some of those struggles so you can avoid then when you take your little(s) to Disney! Expect the Unexpected If you’re a parent, then you obviously know that babies and children can be pretty unpredictable, especially when they are in a new place. Will they want to ride in the stroller? Who knows. Will they want to be held? Who knows. Will they want to crawl or walk around? Probably because that happens to be pretty darn stressful for us parents at Disney. Going in with the mindset that things might not go as planned and knowing that your little is going to have plans of their own is the best way to set yourself up for success! So sleepy I seriously wasn’t prepared for Emmitt, my son, to want to be down trying to explore at Disneyland as much as he did. He wasn’t walking at the time but was a very quick crawler. He also loved pulling up on things and standing as much as he could. For some reason, I thought he was going to be so chill and just would want to snuggle in the stroller and look around at all of the pretty scenery. Well, I was WRONG. Very wrong. And if you know Disney, you know there aren’t too many areas where it’s easy for a baby to crawl around. This lead to quite a bit of frustration and was something that I wish I would have planned for a bit more. He loved the castle so much! Lesson: Expect your littles to really want to get down and explore. This is all so new to them. They will want to look but they might want to touch and feel as well. What I learned: If I were to take an infant to Disney again, I’d bring a few more pairs of shoes/socks so they aren’t caught barefoot when they want to explore. I’d also bring a travel blanket or picnic blanket so there’s a nice cozy spot for them to explore. We spent a lot of time in Toon Town on the grassy area but in the mornings, the turf was really wet and Emmitt would end up soaking wet! Clean Those Hands! So, on the last day of our trip, Emmitt became really fussy. I thought he was likely just exhausted from all the go, go, go. But NOPE. When we woke up to head home the next day, we figured out that he had actually caught a really bad tummy bug that had my entire family sick for a week after we got back home. He had been touching all kinds of stuff throughout our trip, and I honestly hadn’t done the best job at making sure his paci and hands were squeaky clean. See those hands! Gotta touch it all lol The next time we go to the parks, I plan on washing my hands and Emmitt’s every time someone in our group stops for the bathroom, even if we don’t need to go. I am also going to set a few little alarms to remind me to clean his paci and to put on some hand sanitizer just to add an extra layer of caution. The days are so fast paced, so I’m hoping little alarms will really help remind me to clean his paci and will help keep those germs away! Lesson: Germs exist, even at the Happiest Place on Earth. (No duh, I know. But my baby getting sick was the last worry I had on my mind when taking him to the parks.) What I learned: Overdo it when it comes to keeping your babies hands and paci clean! You might spend a lot of time at the Baby Care Center I expected to be at the Baby Care Center every now and then but I truly felt like I lived at the Baby Care Centers on my trip. This was OK because the Baby Care Centers truly are nice but I got pretty lonely. Of course, I could have nursed and changed Emmitt elsewhere but this was just the most private and cleanest spot to do it. Also, at Disneyland, you don’t feel like you’re walking forever and ever to get the Baby Care Centers since the parks aren’t insanely huge. But if you are planning to feed and change your baby at the Baby Care Center, maybe download a few Disney movies on your phone or something. Then you can still feel connected to the magic while you’re having to step away for a bit! Baby Care Center What I didn’t realize and wanted to share for any moms that are needing to pump while in the parks is that Disney cannot store your milk. So if you are needing to keep milk cool, you’re going to need to find a way to preserve it on your own! Lesson: Bringing a baby to the parks can feel kinda of lonely. Lesson I learned: Find other ways to feel connected to the magic while you’re feeding your little. Listen to some Disney tunes or watch a Disney movie on your phone. Oh, and if you’re a pumping mama, have a plan for your milk! These are just a few of the lessons I learned about taking my little to Disney for the first time. I’m taking him to Disney World for the very first time this fall, so I can’t wait to come back to share all my takes and all the lessons I learn! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What tips do you have for taking a baby to Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! The post 3 Lessons I Learned the Hard Way About Taking a Baby to Disney first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As you can imagine, the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event dropped some massive Disney parks news and left us shook! Magic Kingdom I mean, we were all “ready” and waiting for the Horizons — Disney Experiences Showcase on August 10th, but truthfully, we weren’t ready. But instead of recapping everything that went down, we want to focus on Magic Kingdom right now as it got a LOT of announcements. We found out about projects like the new nighttime parade, Villains Land, and even Cars Land and they’re all coming to Magic Kingdom sooner than you think! Speaking of the Cars Land, once we found out about where it would be located, you could say that Disney fans are quite divided on the HUGE Frontierland overhaul that’s a coming! So, just to catch us all up to speed, Disney did officially announce where the brand-news Cars land will be located in Magic Kingdom. ©Disney Tom Sawyer Island and the Rivers of America and will be transformed into this brand-new land coming to the park. That means that Cars land will be located in Frontierland and that makes sense as Disney will, and I quote, “put our guests in the driver’s seat as we—quite literally—explore a new frontier in Frontierland.” We tried to figure out the exact location by zooming into current Magic Kingdom map and comparing it to the concept art released by Disney. We circled with a red line where we expect the new Cars area to be. Map of where the new Cars area will be As further confirmation, there is this one building near the bottom of the concept art that looks a lot like the current Liberty Square Riverboat building. Concept Art Moving right along, the new Cars Land in Magic Kingdom will include have two Cars attractions. The first one will have us racing through the mountains and along wild terrains, all while trying to dodge geysers and splashing through mud holes. Cars is coming to Magic Kingdom! ©Disney And the second attraction will be more family-friendly (more appropriate for our smaller racers). ©Disney So, as we were saying, all these announcements have DEFINITELY sparked some emotions in Disney fans and left many divided. For example, DFB reader @masenmotivates shared, “Turning Tomorrowland Speedway into a Cars themed space makes a lot more sense to me.” There is nothing exciting about this @dradisney shared the same sentiments and expanded them with, “So many problems. First: Cars theme doesn’t fit at Frontierland TIMELINE. Second: With so many land available, why not beyond Thunder Mountain? Third: why not place the cars rally at tomorrow land, where tomorrow land speed way is? Don’t tell me we will get a new brand rally attraction but speedway will still remain on TOMORROW land? Tomorrow land wasn’t suppose to bring the freshness of tomorrow? Why place race cars in a time where there were horses, wagons and nostalgia? Where is the Magic Kingdom that doesn’t mix storylines and has an underground tunnel made initially to don’t mess with the immersion? Why not place this in Hollywood Studios?” Tomorrowland Speedway @vincent_devecchis agreed with, “This is gonna ruin a thematic cohesion of the land. You’re gonna walk out of haunted mansion and boom there’s gonna be talking cars plus the river area kind of cools down the park. If it’s just cement it’s gonna get super hot.” I’m sure that is something that Disney will have to consider as that river does naturally help cool down that side of the park. Tom Sawyer Island Then @letsplayschool shared, “Super sad about what’s being replaced and taken away. Excited for the new – just wish it wasn’t taking away such classics…. ”. That’s always the unfortunate thing about projects like this — something old tends to give way for something new. Tom Sawyer Island Lastly, we have @anthonynunzioviscuse who shared, “This is horrible. Walt not only enjoyed but intended for areas of the park to be passive enjoyment. He loved the west. He loved the stories of America. Tom Sawyer island is a much needed “respite” from the crowds and stimulation of the works themselves. It’s a quiet reflection and place to spend some family time. It’s also a huge piece of living history in the Magic Kingdom. That matters. It isn’t just an add on to the Disney World experience, it IS Disney world. On a personal note, my wife and I said our vows in a cavern of Tom Sawyer island and it means so much to us to be able to take our children to a beautiful, nature filled nostalgic area that I myself grew up visiting with my father. I’m so sad about this.” Dead Man’s Grotto on Tom Sawyer Island We do know that the construction on this new land is to begin in early 2025, so if you would like to take one more trip on The Rivers of America or explore all the goodness of Tom Sawyer Island one last time, the clock is ticking! We’ll be watching for more details as this new project begins at Magic Kingdom and all the other new projects around the Disney World parks. Keep following DFB for all the latest Disney news! NEWS: Disney Files First Permit for Tom Sawyer Island Cars Land Transformation at Magic Kingdom Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What are your thoughts on the new Cars Land in Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post "So Many Problems." Disney Fans Are DIVIDED On Magic Kingdom's HUGE Frontierland Overhaul first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Looking for the perfect Disney-inspired souvenir to add to your collection? We can help. Cinderella Castle Whether you’re a pirate, princess, pirate princess, superhero, or any other kind of Disney fan, chances are there’s a piece of merchandise out there for you — and we know just where to find it. When you’re getting ready to head out on your next trip to Disney World or Disneyland, there’s only ONE place to get new merch. Celebrate International Bow Day on August 19th by shopping our Disney Food Blog Bad to the Bow collection! The design features nine different bows, all inspired by your favorite Disney Princesses and their gowns like Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Belle, Tiana, Rapunzel, and more. DFB Bad to the Bow There are plenty of different apparel options to choose from like tees and crewneck sweatshirts… DFB Bad to the Bow …and even shirts for your little ones, too! DFB Bad to the Bow If you’re not in the market for any new clothes, get your hands on kitchen and home decor instead. We love this Bad to the Bow can glass that’s just perfect for that morning cup of iced coffee. It even comes with a lid and straw for when you need to take it on the go, too! DFB Bad to the Bow Shop the DFB Bad to the Bow Collection by clicking here and the link below! We’ve got TONS of merchandise and more on our DFB Store and you can shop so many different designs depending on what you’re into. Plus, if you ask us, it’s never too early to start checking things off your holiday gift list! SHOP THE COLLECTION HERE In the meantime, we’re always looking to bring you the latest and greatest Disney news — whether it’s about the next best souvenir or not! Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog so you don’t miss a thing. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW When are you heading to the parks next? Tell us in the comments. The post It's Official -- We Know Which Shirt You're Wearing on Your Next Disney World Trip first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As we were making our way around Magic Kingdom this morning, we spotted something mysterious… Liberty Square We want to make sure you have the most up-to-date and useful information about Disney World, so we are in the parks EVERY single day! We want to make sure you know about all the latest treats, but we are also here to give you a heads-up when something is a bit amiss. While we were in Magic Kingdom today, we noticed something a bit mysterious while we were checking out merchandise inside of Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe. Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe Walls have appeared! Yep, walls have sprouted inside of Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe! Walls were put up inside of the shop, closing off half of the store. Some of the merchandise that was located in that part of the store has been moved to other parts of the shop, while other merchandise like The Nightmare Before Christmas merchandise has been scattered around the park for now. We spoke with Cast Members inside of the store and they did not know why that part of the store was closed or how long to expect it to be walled off. We weren’t expecting to see this… Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe is a merchandise store located in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom. Inside, you can find a large selection of ornaments, stockings, holiday decor, and more. The store has holiday cheer year-round, and also offers personalization! Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe We were definitely surprised to see a bunch of walls inside of Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe; however, this store is definitely no stranger to construction. Back in February, work was being done on one of the store’s entrances. This construction is now complete, but it looks like more work may be getting done inside of the shop. It could also be a temporary wall to clean up or fix something quickly on that side of the store. Construction going on here! If you happen to be in Magic Kingdom at night, you can also spot a special character in a window of Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe! If you look closely, you might just see the shadow of Ichabod Crane! Mr. Crane We will continue to keep an eye on Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe, and we will update you when we see more progress! You can still check out half of this store and find a huge selection of ornaments and more. If you are curious what you should make sure you do while you are in Magic Kingdom, make sure you check out our video about the 25 things you should ALWAYS do in Magic Kingdom: Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney World news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Is Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe a must stop for you in Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT: Magic Kingdom Suddenly Closed HALF of a Popular Store! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We say it all the time, and we won’t stop because it’s SO true — choosing where to eat in Disney World is BEYOND hard. Cinderella’s Royal Table First, you’ve gotta figure out what your budget for the trip is, and how much of it is allocated to dining, and THEN you need to decide what table service restaurants to book (up to 60 days before your trip begins) and what meals you’ll stop at quick service restaurants for. On the Disney World website and My Disney Experience App, you’ll find that each restaurant has a number of dollar signs that can help you get a quick picture of how much it costs. However, it’s easy to make a mistake at a select few of these restaurants, and we’re BEGGING you not to fall victim to it! There are a select few Disney World restaurants that are EXTREMELY expensive. While the Disney World website and My Disney Experience app only go up to saying “Over $60 per adult” when it shows 4 dollar signs (looking like “$$$$”), there are other restaurants that aren’t just a little over $60 like Cinderella’s Royal Table or Be Our Guest Restaurant (which are still expensive, but are at $69-$84 per adult and $70 per adult, respectively). No, there are other restaurants on property that cost HUNDREDS of dollars per adult. Be Our Guest Takumi-Tei, located in EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion, is one of these. While upon first glance you’ll see that the restaurant has 4 dollar signs and says over $60 per adult, just like all other Disney World restaurants listed on the website and app, you need to click ON the menu to see what the actual price is. And if you don’t? Well, unfortunately, it seems many people have booked a reservation here and been VERY unpleasantly surprised by their bill. Takumi-Tei Instead of clicking on the menu and seeing that Takumi-Tei is $250 PER ADULT (and starts at $100 per child), guests have apparently been assuming the meal will be closer to $60 due to the Disney World app and website not having an option above the listing. In a recent email we were sent by the restaurant, they wrote at the bottom, “sorry about confusion over the price, Disney website will only go up to “over $60.'” The Sushi Platter YIKES. We can only imagine how many times this mistake has been made by guests in the park to warrant Takumi-Tei sending out an email partly regarding their pricing. That’s why it’s SO important to do all your research on the Disney World restaurants you’re looking at dining at and remembering that “OVER $60” could really mean ANY price above $60. By just taking one extra step and clicking on the menu to see what’s offered, you’ll also see the exact price per person. Takumi-Tei Additionally, we feel it’s important to mention that Takumi-Tei’s plant-based meal option USED to be cheaper than the traditional $250 per adult, however that has since changed. Now, the plant-based option is the exact same price as the non-plant-based menus. Takumi-Tei also verified with guests that they do not participate in the Disney Dining Plan, and as of September 1st, 2024, Annual Pass and DVC discounts will not longer be valid. Takumi-Tei offers one of the best dining experiences anywhere on Disney World property, but it’s important to know that you are paying up for this meal — and you’ll need to budget correctly for it! With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures, and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. DFB Guide Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World news! Check out our Disney World Restaurants Guide right here! Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Hollywood Studios Restaurants The Best Animal Kingdom Restaurants The Best Disney Springs Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite Disney World restaurant? Tell us in the comments! The post PLEASE Don't Make This Disastrous Disney World Restaurant Mistake first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Merchandise trends come and go all the time in the Disney parks! Let’s go shopping! We saw the popularity spike of things like Wishables, Starbucks tumblers, and Spirit Jerseys. But now, we’re looking out for new trends! And one of the current trends is hot, hot, hot in Disneyland Resort…the severed head headbands! Severed head headbands?! What are we talking about? Well, a while back Disneyland Resort introduced a souvenir that’s popular at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort — these customizable headbands that are decorated with different character heads. ©Disney These headbands are made to be mixed and matched! You purchase the headband and then pick out whichever characters you would like to decorate it with. Then, later on, you can purchase more characters and swap them out to match different outfits. ©Disney And if you’ve already got a collection of these little headband characters, we’ve got some exciting news! Starting on August 23rd, you’ll be able to purchase characters from The Nightmare Before Christmas — Zero, Jack, and Sally. They’ll be available for purchase at The Mad Hatter in Disneyland Park as well as Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff in Disney California Adventure. You can snag the little plush heads while supplies last, and there’s a limit of 5 per item. Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff We’ll keep an eye out for these new souvenirs in the parks, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest! We’ve got you covered with all the Disney merchandise news. Click Here to See MORE Headband Options! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Would you buy these headbands? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney’s NEW ‘Nightmare Before Christmas’ Souvenir Is Going to FLY Off the Shelves on August 23rd first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are 15 NEW Loungefly products coming SOON! Loungefly Wall at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom That’s right, prepare your wallets because Loungefly is dropping LOTS of new items, and we think you need to see them! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Loungefly is releasing a bunch of new collections, and we knew we had to share them with you! From Haunted Mansion to Stitch, there is something for everyone in these new collections. Grab this Haunted Mansion Loungefly! ©Loungefly The first new collection is based on Haunted Mansion. You can get this Black Widow Bride Loungefly Mini Backpack. If you look closely, you may even spot her weapon hidden on the backpack! As well, this backpack glows in the dark. Get this Haunted Mansion Loungefly here! Get this Haunted Mansion Card Holder! ©Loungefly Next up is this Black Widow Card Holder. You can get this card holder on its own, or with the Black Widow Mini Backpack for the full look. The words “Till Death” glow in the dark and features four slots for holding cards. Get this Haunted Mansion Card Holder here! Pick-up this Haunted Mansion Gargoyle Loungefly! ©Loungefly You can also get this Haunted Mansion Gargoyle Mini Backpack. Similarly to the first two items, it also glows in the dark. The backpack features lots of details from Haunted Mansion including the Hitchhiking Ghosts on the side. Get this gargoyle backpack here! Grab this Haunted Mansion Crossbody! ©Loungefly If you are more of a crossbody bag kind of person, don’t worry, because you can also get this Haunted Mansion Crossbody. It also glows in the dark and comes with a detachable coin purse shaped like a grandfather clock. Get this Loungefly crossbody here! Grab this Haunted Mansion Clock Card Holder! ©Loungefly You can also pick-up this Haunted Mansion Grandfather Clock Card Holder. The card holder features four slots for holding cards and glows in the dark. Get this Haunted Mansion card holder here! Get this Haunted Mansion Collector Pin! ©Loungefly The final item of the new Haunted Mansion collection is this Haunted Mansion Hitchhiking Ghosts Collector Box Sliding Pin. This is a limited-edition item and only 2,000 will be sold. It features a shiny enamel pin with a window display collector’s box. The pins swings and glows in the dark. Grab this pin here! Get this Pooh Loungefly Mini Backpack! ©Loungefly Next up, Loungefly is also introducing an adorable Halloween themed Winnie the Pooh Collection. You can grab this cute Winnie the Pooh Mini Backpack that features Pooh dressed up as a ladybug. He is looking absolutely precious and even has his own set of wings. Get this Pooh backpack here! Grab this Tigger Wallet! ©Loungefly Tigger is also joining the collection! You can get this Tigger Wallet that features Tigger dressed up as a skeleton. When you turn the lights down, you will notice that Tigger’s costume even glows in the dark! This wallet features five slots for holding all your cards. Get this Tigger wallet here! Get this Eeyore Crossbody Loungefly! ©Loungefly Finally, you can also snag this Eeyore Crossbody Loungefly Bag. This bag glows in the dark and is ready to hold all of your belongings. Eeyore is dressed up as a mummy and looking absolutely adorable! Grab this Eeyore crossbody here! Get this Stitch Loungefly Mini Backpack! ©Loungefly Loungefly is also introducing a new Stitch collection featuring Stitch dressed up as a Dalmatian to perform one of his favorite stories. He is looking so adorable in this Stitch Loungefly Mini Backpack. Grab this Stitch Loungefly here! Grab this Scrump Loungefly Mini Backpack! ©Loungefly You can also get this Scrump Loungefly Mini Backpack inspired by Lilo’s favorite handmade doll. The bag is made out of a plush material, so not only does she look adorable, but she is also super soft! Get this Scrump mini backpack here! Grab this Minnie Mouse Spiderweb Loungefly! ©Loungefly Just in time for Halloween, Loungefly is also introducing a spooky Minnie Mouse Collection. First off, you can grab a Minnie Mouse Spiderweb Loungefly. This mini backpack is covered in shiny sequins and glitter trim. The bag even features a bat bow and Minnie’s iconic mouse ears. Get this Minnie Mouse backpack here! Get these Minnie Mouse Spiderweb Ears! ©Loungefly You can get a matching pair of ears too! This Minnie Mouse Spiderweb Headband is gorgeous and also features beautiful, shiny sequins. A removable bow completes the look with a Minnie Mouse spider in the middle. Grab these Loungefly ears here! Get this Minnie Mouse Loungefly Wallet! ©Loungefly There is even a Minnie Mouse Spiderweb Loungefly Wallet. All of the gorgeous details are continued with this wallet, including shiny sequins, black glitter trim, and a bat bow. This wallet has three slots for holding all of your cards and an ID window. Get this Loungefly wallet here! Get this Deadpool & Wolverine Loungefly Mini Backpack! ©Loungefly If you are a Deadpool fan, then look no further as Loungefly is also releasing a Deadpool & Wolverine Loungefly Mini Backpack. This bag features Deadpool and Wolverine and is covered in metallic red and yellow colors. This is the perfect bag to show off your love for Deadpool and Wolverine. Grab this Loungefly here! There are LOTS of new Loungefly products coming soon and we are so excited for them. Make sure to stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise news! Shop all of our favorite Disney essentials on our Amazon Storefront!The post These 15 New Disney Loungeflys Are Sure to Be POPULAR first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Can you hear those finish line cheers? Lace up those sneakers and prepare to tug on the threads of vintage athletics with a nostalgic Disney twist as the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend returns to Walt Disney World Resort Jan. 8-12, 2025! With thoughtful touches reminiscent of a classic Disney era, join Mickey Mouse and his pals as we continue the decades-long tradition of discovering magic in every mile. This year’s race weekend will be a little extra ‘goofy’ as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge. Get ready to get your adrenaline pumping with excitement and delight with an old-school flair as we share a first look at the finisher medals! Walt Disney World 5K Starting off the race weekend on the right paw is the Walt Disney World 5K. Channel your inner Pluto and race 3.1 miles like a dog with a bone, earning yourself a paw-sitively exciting finisher medal. Walt Disney World 10K Say chip, chip, hooray for the Walt Disney World 10K! Get into 6.2 miles of fun with a pair of beloved chipmunks, Chip ‘n Dale, as you earn this finisher medal. Walt Disney World Half Marathon Birds of a feather… run together! Join our fine feathered friends, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck, on a 13.1-mile course during the Walt Disney World Half Marathon and fly to the finish line to earn this finisher medal. Walt Disney World Marathon It’s a running celebration through all four Disney Parks with hosts Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse during the Walt Disney World Marathon. Round out your magical miles-filled weekend with a 26.2-mile course to earn this finisher medal. Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge Gawrsh, the fun doesn’t have to end at one finish line. Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge by finishing two races complete with a 39.3-mile adventure and earn this finisher medal. Dopey Challenge More miles, more medals! Runners who make their way through all four races, and 48.6 miles, can join Dopey and earn some serious bling during the Dopey Challenge. Get ready to challenge yourself to not only cross the finish line but become part of the decades-long tradition of runDisney in a memory that will last a lifetime during the 2025 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. Let us know which race you’ll be participating in using the hashtag #WDWMarathon on social! To learn more about other upcoming runDisney events, please visit here. The post Give a Cheer for the <I>run</I>Disney 2025 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Medals! appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando! Recently, an interesting pattern of wait times has developed, and we need to discuss it. It’s Halloween in Disney World! Disney World is now officially celebrating the Halloween season in Magic Kingdom. A new skip-the-line Genie+ replacement called Lighting Lane Multi Pass is now in effect. So, with these factors in mind, what are the average wait times looking like in Disney World for the first week of August? Let’s take a look! Take a look at this week’s average wait times! Magic Kingdom Wait Times The Magic Kingdom had a pretty great week — the average wait times ALL stayed under 60 minutes. What does that tell us? Well, for one thing, it seems like the Magic Kingdom isn’t too crowded, or the new Lightning Lane system is doing a pretty good job at keeping those wait times evenly distributed. Either way, spending a day in Magic Kingdom right about now is the way to go! (REMINDER: Tron Lightcycle / Run does not currently use a standby queue; it’s not included here, and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure does not have a standby queue yet.) Spooky Space Mountain Seven Dwarfs Mine Train — 56 minutes Space Mountain — 43 minutes Jungle Cruise — 38 minutes Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — 32 minutes Haunted Mansion — 32 minutes Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh — 32 minutes Pirates of the Caribbean Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin — 25 minutes Astro Orbiter — 26 minutes Enchanted Tales with Belle — 21 minutes Tomorrowland Speedway — 19 minutes Pirates of the Caribbean — 19 minutes “it’s a small world” — 17 minutes Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini — 15 minutes Dumbo Dumbo the Flying Elephant — 11 minutes Mickey’s PhilharMagic — 19 minutes Country Bear Musical Jamboree — 0 minutes Liberty Square Riverboat — 12 minutes Magic Carpets of Aladdin — 10 minutes Mad Tea Party — 9 minutes Carousel of Progress Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover — 9 minutes Prince Charming Regal Carrousel — 7 minutes Tom Sawyer Island — 6 minutes Carousel of Progress — 5 minutes Enchanted Tiki Room — 10 minutes Hall of Presidents — 4 minutes Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse — 4 minutes NEWS: A Classic Magic Kingdom Ride Is Reopening EARLY EPCOT Wait Times EPCOT continued the trend that started in Magic Kingdom, with all of its average waits under an hour. Even the largely popular Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure attraction only saw a 57-minute average wait. Not bad at all! (NOTE: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind does not currently use a standby queue, so it’s not included here.) Mission Space Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure — 57 minutes Frozen Ever After — 48 minutes Soarin’ — 29 minutes Mission: SPACE — 19 minutes EPCOT Turtle Talk with Crush — 15 minutes Spaceship Earth — 13 minutes The Seas with Nemo and Friends — 12 minutes Journey into Imagination — 10 minutes Gran Fiesta Tour — 8 minutes Living with the Land — 10 minutes Test Track, Awesome Planet, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China had no wait times this week. The Perfect Escape From EPCOT Doesn’t Exi… Animal Kingdom Wait Times Animal Kingdom’s Flight of Passage holds the record for the highest average wait time in all of Disney World this week. You’ll probably sit with strangers on Kali River Rapids Avatar Flight of Passage — 85 minutes Na’vi River Journey — 54 minutes Kali River Rapids — 48 minutes Expedition Everest — 36 minutes TriceraTop Spin Kilimanjaro Safaris — 33 minutes Dinosaur — 25 minutes It’s Tough to Be a Bug — 10 minutes TriceraTop Spin — 5 minutes The Boneyard — 0 minutes 50 AMAZING Things You Never Knew Were in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Hollywood Studios Wait Times Hollywood Studios reported some pretty high average wait times, too, with Slinky Dog Dash, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Rise of the Resistance, and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run all sitting at nearly a 60-minute average wait. Rise of the Resistance Slinky Dog Dash — 67 minutes Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster — 59 minutes Rise of the Resistance — 54 minutes Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run — 50 minutes Tower of Terror Tower of Terror — 45 minutes Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway — 47 minutes Toy Story Mania — 42 minutes Alien Swirling Saucers — 26 minutes Kermit! Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy — 14 minutes Star Tours — 13 minutes Muppet Vision 3D — 10 minutes Walt Disney Presents — 0 minutes 50 AMAZING Things You Never Knew Were in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! I Go to Disney World Every Day, and I CRINGE When I Hear This on the Skyliner Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW How long would you wait for your favorite ride? Let us know in the comments below! The post The Longest Line in Disney World This Week Was NOT for a Ride in the Most Popular Park first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Attention, Disney dads! If you’re planning to visit Disney World soon, you might want to take a hard look at your closet and decide if you’ve got the right shoes for the job. Walking through Disney World is no walk in the park (even though you are, technically, walking through a park). It’s EXHAUSTING being on your feet all day in a theme park, and you need the right shoes to survive the day. Partner’s Statue That’s where we come in. We’ve done the research, and we found the six BEST pairs of sandals for Disney World. Sure, sneakers are nice, but Florida is often wet, rainy, and HOT, and you don’t want to walk around with a damp, smelly pair of shoes all week. We often recommend sandals instead. Come along with us and let’s talk shoes! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Ready to go into sports mode? These TEVA Men’s Hurricane Xlt2 Sandals are the perfect utility shoe. ©Amazon If you’re looking for a simple, comfortable pair of shoes that can stand up to a busy day in Disney World, these are the sandals for you. They can survive the rain, slippery surfaces, and even the most intense water rides with ease. Plus, they’ve got an easy hook-and-loop closure that comes on and off quickly for a simple, adjustable fit. Oh, and it’s made with an EVA footbed “for enhanced comfort built for all-day wear.” View on Amazon Speaking of waterproof shoes, these Birkenstock Arizona Slide-On Sandals are SUPER popular! ©Amazon The Birkenstock Arizona sandal is sporty, simple, and SO comfortable. These shoes are made with light, flexible, and waterproof material. They come in TONS of colors, too, so your sandals can be bold or blend in with any theme park outfit. Get them on Amazon for fast, free shipping! View on Amazon Dress up your outfit with the Birkenstock Amalfi Leather Soft Footbed Arizona Sandals ©Amazon Headed to a nice sit-down dinner? Looking for a comfortable yet elevated sandal that won’t clash with your polo shirt or khaki shorts? These sandals are PERFECT! They’re made with quality leather that is timeless and classic, and that special Birkenstock “anatomical footbed” will guarantee a pain-free day in Disney World. View on Amazon Embrace your inner Disney Dad with these Teva Langdon Sandals ©Amazon You can’t go wrong with the classics! There’s a reason these shoes are so popular, after all. These are lined with a lightweight, breathable mesh that keeps your feet comfortable AND cool, which is VERY necessary in Disney World. View on Amazon The OOFOS OOriginal Sandal is the ULTIMATE comfort shoe ©Amazon These were MADE for comfort, people. The sandals are made with “revolutionary OOfoam technology” that absorbs 37% more impact than traditional footwear. The material is designed to reduce the stress on your feet, joints, and back. Oh, and the best part? These are machine washable and designed to minimize odor. Check them out if you’re looking for the most comfortable shoes to wear in Disney World. View on Amazon We love these Crocs Modi Sport Flip Flops! ©Amazon Crocs has been at it for YEARS, and we just keep coming back to them over and over again. These shoes are lightweight, easy to pack, and nice and comfortable. If you want a quick and easy pair of flip flops to wear on vacation, these are a great option. View on Amazon In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the best Disney merchandise, so stay tuned for more. Did you know we have a Disney-themed Amazon Storefront? Check it out!The post The Best Men's Sandals for Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s another week of eating things in Disney World — best week ever (okay, technically, they’re ALL the best week ever because being able to eat ALL the things in Disney World is pretty awesome). Halloween Macaron Trio This week, we’ve had the honor and privilege of trying some new snacks, including Orangesicle popcorn (yes, we had questions, too), some Halloween macarons, and a new Dole Whip snack (which we’ll NEVER turn down). We’ve also been keeping an eye on Disney World restaurant menus, and we’ve got some changes to tell you about. Now on with the updates! Magic Kingdom Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe The Stitch Blueberry-Lemonade Mousse Cake is no longer on the menu. Blueberry Lemonade Mousse Cake That’s the only change here. How Did One of Magic Kingdom’s Most HATED Restaurants Get the PRETTIEST New Snack?! Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Riverside Mill Food Court Under Dessert, the Mickey Simple and Sweet Cheesecake has been removed from the menu. Riverside Mill That’s the only change here. REVIEW: You Can Probably Skip This Disney World Hotel Restaurant Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Siestas Cantina The food menu at Siestas has been updated: REMOVED: Walking Nachos, Jalapeño Mac & Cheese Bites, and Mexican Fruit Salad ADDED: Flamin’ Hot Cheetos® Mac & Cheese Bites — Deep-fried Flamin-Hot Cheeto dusted Mac & Cheese Bites filled with Jalapeños, drizzled with Chipotle Aioli, and served with a side of creamy Jalapeño Ranch Dressing for $14 ADDED: Kielbasa Kettle Chips — Layered crispy Kettle Chips, topped with Kielbasa Sausage. Finished with a drizzle of Chipotle Aioli, Pico de Gallo, crispy Fried Jalapeños, and a sprinkle of Fresh Green Onions for $14 Siestas Cantina There’s been an update to the cocktails menu at Siestas: REMOVED: Coconut Mojito, Strawberry Sunrise Mimosa, Royal Empress, Frosé, and El Sauvignon Pasión Mai’yan Tai description changed from “Barbancourt Pango Rum, Myers Rum, Amaretto, Magdalla Liquor, Pineapple-Ginger Agave, Orgeat, and fresh Lime” to “Caribbean Rum Blend, Amaretto, Magdala Orange Liqueur, Pineapple, Ginger, Orgeat & Fresh Lime” ADDED: Mang-Woah Margarita — Lunazul Reposado, Ancho Reyes Verde, Mango Oasis, Fresh Lime Agave for $17 Siestas ADDED: Pina Tonica — Don Q Coco, Fords Gin, Pineapple Juice, Tonic & Lime for $16 ADDED: Tiki Torch — Makers Mark, Passion Fruit & Orange Juice with a splash of Grenadine for $18 Cancun Colada description changed from “Don Q Coconut Rum, Almond Liquor, fresh Lime, Piña Colada and Passion Fruit Purée” to “Don Q Coconut Rum, Amaretto, Pineapple, Coconut & Passion Fruit Puree” Coronadorita changed from $14 to $15 ADDED: Strawberry Frosé — Tito’s, Pink Moscato, Blackberry Brandy, Strawberry Puree & Lime for $17 Disney Food Blog Review! We’re Hooked on the Firecracker Shrimp and Blackened Grouper Sandwich in Disney World!! Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Territory Lounge Miller Lite Lager has changed from $8 to $9.25. Territory Lounge That’s the only change here. Bone Marrow and Hanging Bacon? Try It With Us in Disney World! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Gasparilla Island Grill The Pumpkin-Cranberry Muffin changed from $3.99 to $4.29. Gasparilla Island Grill That’s the only update here. REVIEW: This Treat Is SO Worth the Trip To This Disney World Hotel Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court Breakfast has changed at World Premiere Food Court: ADDED: Ham and Cheese Omelet — Served with Potato Barrels for $10.99 ADDED: Western Omelet — Served with Potato Barrels for $10.99 ADDED: Avocado Breakfast Bowl — Potato Barrels topped with Scrambled Egg, Cheddar, Southwest-style Beans, Avocado, and Salsa Fresca for $10.49 Kid’s meals are now served with choice of two Sides and choice of Small Lowfat Milk or Small DASANI Bottled Water rather than served with Strawberry-flavored Yogurt Smoothie, Apple Slices, and choice of Small Lowfat Milk or Small DASANI Bottled Water. World Premiere Food Court Desserts and Snacks also changed: ADDED: Mickey Brownie Sundae — Vanilla or Chocolate Soft-serve with a Mickey Brownie and Hot Fudge Topping for $7.29 ADDED: Lemon Meringue Croissant — Butter Croissant filled with Lemon Curd and topped with Toasted Meringue for $5.79 ADDED: Glazed Doughnut Holes with Chocolate Sauce for $4.99 ADDED: Sugar Cookie with Sprinkles Pack for $4.79 ADDED: Banana Bread with Streusel for $4.29 ADDED: Coffee Cake for $4.29 ADDED: Chocolate-Almond Cookie for $3.99 ADDED: Red Apple for $2.29 ADDED: Hummus and Pretzels for $4.99 ADDED: Mickey Crisped Rice Treat with Chocolate for $4.99 ADDED: Mickey Crisped Rice Treat for $4.99 ADDED: Cuties Mandarins — 3-pack for $4.19 ADDED: Apple Slices with Caramel for $3.99 ADDED: Hard-boiled Eggs for $3.49 ADDED: Strawberry Cereal Bar for $2.99 ADDED: Apple Cereal Bar for $2.99 ADDED: Strawberry Toasted Pastry for $2.49 World Premiere Food Court You can also now get a White Chocolate Mickey Celebration Cake again for $39. Here are the Beverages changes: ADDED: Minute Maid Lemonade Bottle for $4.99 ADDED: BODYARMOR Sports Drink – Orange Mango for $4.99 ADDED: Coca-Cola Zero Sugar (Bottle) for $4.99 ADDED: Seagram’s Ginger Ale (Bottle) for $4.99 ADDED: Fanta Orange for $4.99 ADDED: Gold Peak Unsweetened Iced Tea for $4.99 ADDED: smartwater for $5.75 ADDED: vitaminwater power-c dragonfruit for $4.99 ADDED: Soy Chocolate Milk for $3.29 Here’s how Beer was updated: ADDED: Stella Artois Lager – Belgium for $12.25 ADDED: Budweiser Lager – St. Louis, MO for $9.25 Say WHAT?! You Can Get TOTCHOS at a Disney World Hotel Food Court! Disney’s Contemporary Resort California Grill Chicken Ballotine is no longer available on the Chef’s Journey part of the menu. California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort That’s the only change here, though. The 2 BEST Things on the Menu at California Grill in Disney World If you have your heart set on a specific Disney World menu item, we recommend checking those restaurant menus ahead of time. You can do that on the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. We also try to keep an eye out for changes, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. The Best Disney World Restaurants for Dinner for 2024 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you seen a menu change in Disney World that disappointed you recently? Let us know in the comments! The post Gasparilla Island Grill, Cosmic Ray’s, and 5 More Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Oh, Loungefly, you just GET us…and our wallets. Loungefly bags Yep, we’re about to spend more money on Loungeflys again, and we’re bringing you along with us. Loungefly keeps releasing new collections that we can’t resist, and OF COURSE, another new collection is now available to pre-order online. But y’all…this new Loungeffly collection is all about Winnie the Pooh and we’ll just warn you now — these bags are irresistible…sort of like how hunny is irresistible for Pooh. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. So, yes, Loungefly just offered a sneak peek at its upcoming collection featuring Pooh and all his friends — and these new bags are available to order right now! Get the Loungefly Pooh Ladybug Mini Backpack ©Loungefly We guess Pooh found his Halloween costume because he’s dressed up like an adorable ladybug on this backpack. It even has wispy little wings and everything! The inside lining features Pooh with his friends in their Halloween costumes. Also, this bag has a front pocket (we like that front pocket on the Loungeflys). Pre-Order from Loungefly Buy the Loungefly Skeleton Tigger Wallet ©Loungefly Boo! Tigger is wearing a spooky cutesie skeleton costume for Halloween and he’s showing it off on this zip-around wallet. Did we mention that it glows in the dark? This wallet includes five slots for holding cards and a clear die-cut ID window. This might be the bounciest skeleton we’ve ever seen. Pre-Order from Loungefly Get the Loungefly Mummy Eeyore Crossbody Bag ©Loungefly OH MY STARS! Okay, we’re IN love with Eeyore dressed as a mummy for Halloween and he’s the star of this sweet crossbody bag. His precious little tail? It can move back and forth. His costume? It glows in the dark! Eeyore just won the Halloween costume contest in our hearts. Pre-Order from Loungefly So head on over to the Loungefly website to pre-order these bags and wallet right now — they might sell out fast! And if you’re looking for more Disney souvenirs, visit our Amazon shop below: Visit our Amazon StoreThe post Disney Just Released 3 New Halloween Loungeflys Online first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When it comes to food, things are changing ALL the time in Disneyland. Goofy’s Kitchen A TON of new Halloween treats will be arriving in the parks, at Downtown Disney, and hotel restaurants soon. Several new restaurants have opened recently in Downtown Disney. We just got an opening timeline for yet ANOTHER new restaurant coming to Downtown Disney. We also learned about a fun Halloween character dining experience coming soon at Goofy’s Kitchen, but we’ve got a word of warning: the price of that dining experience has gone up. Character dining at Goofy’s Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel used to be $55 per adult and $33 per child (3-9) for breakfast and $64 per adult and $36 per child for lunch and dinner. As of August 23rd, that price will be $65 per adult and $36 per child for breakfast and $75 per adult and $39 per child for lunch and dinner. Goofy’s Kitchen spread This price increase starts just as the new Halloween dining experience at Goofy’s Kitchen begins. This experience starts on August 23rd and runs through October 31st. During that time, characters will appear in their Halloween costumes, and special seasonal offerings will be available on the buffet, like prosciutto and arugula eggs benedict with sun-dried tomato hollandaise and orange Mickey waffles for breakfast and cheese ravioli with pumpkin cream sauce and BBQ pork spare ribs for dinner. Pluto at Goofy’s Kitchen We’re not sure if this price increase is permanent or if Disney just implemented it for the Halloween dining experience, but if something changes, we’ll be keeping an eye out for it. Reservations are open now for the Halloween character dining experience at Goofy’s Kitchen, so if you’re interested, make that booking now! Goofy’s Kitchen Meanwhile, Storytellers Cafe at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel is also having a fall character dining experience for breakfasts this Halloween season, so if you can’t grab reservations at Goofy’s Kitchen, that could be a good backup. Those reservations are also open. Stay tuned to DFB for more. Disneyland Is Getting 6 New Rides! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Will you be booking a Halloween character dining experience in Disneyland? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT: Price Increase Hits Popular Disney Character Dining Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

OK, everyone, get out your phones. Go to your calendar app. Is there anything scheduled for August 27th? Cancel it. Cancel it ALL. Something EXCITING is happening on this unassuming Tuesday in August, and you’re not gonna want to miss it. Disney+ Disney+ and Hulu are about to drop a highly-anticipated new season of a POPULAR show, and fans are READY to see what happens next. Want to join in the conversation? Catch up NOW before the new season arrives! The new season will be available to stream on August 27th, so make sure you’re READY for the big day. We have a feeling the internet will have a lot to say, so be careful to avoid spoilers! Oh, and if you have Disney+ and Hulu, you can stream the show right from your Disney+ account! Disney+ has TONS of content! Watch the trailer below! Oh, and if you, too, enjoy comedy and crime, you might want to check out our own personal investigative series right here on Disney Food Blog! He barely made it out alive As it turns out, there is a tiny train town in EPCOT that is FULL of crime and misdeeds. Luckily, we keep track of all the suspicious activity and share it with you. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. 6 Disney Tees On Sale For Under $25 On Amazon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Who’s your favorite character in this series? Let us know in the comments! The post Why Every Disney Fan Will Be Staring At Their TVs on August 27th first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, is it just us, or is it always the TV shows you’re JUST getting into suddenly get canceled? ©Amazon We’ve had some pretty surprising cancelations recently. For example, the entertaining Renegade Nell was canceled on Disney+ after just one season (which is a SHAME, y’all). We recently learned that the seventh season of The Good Doctor will be its last. Well, another show that we THOUGHT was super popular just got the axe — and we’re not entirely happy about it. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Amazon has canceled My Lady Jane after just one season. The period drama was set to become the next Bridgerton…but with a fantasy twist. The show is based on a novel by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows and offers an alternate world and fantasy retelling of the saga of England’s Lady Jane Grey, who was VERY briefly the Queen of England. ©Amazon The story begins by introducing Lady Jane (Emily Bader) as a headstrong, smart young woman who wants to do anything but get married but somehow ends up getting married anyway and then goes on to become Queen of England. Set in 16th-century England, the series also introduces shapeshifters called Ethians, who can take the form of people or animals. Jane sympathizes with Ethians, which causes problems once she rises to power. ©Amazon The series was set up to be Amazon’s period drama answer to Bridgerton and received mostly favorable reviews. However, it seems viewers didn’t catch on to the show: it didn’t break into Nielsen’s top 10 streaming charts a month after its release. ©Amazon Of course, this could highlight a big problem with new shows on streaming services: viewers often feel burned by these cancelations and won’t commit to a series unless it has more than one season. This results in shows getting canceled before they have a chance to hit their stride. So, as they say, another one bites the dust. Stay tuned to DFB for more. FULL LIST of TV Shows Disney CANCELED in 2024 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this news? Do these kinds of cancellations keep you from committing to shows? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: A New Amazon Show Has Been CANCELED After Only One Season first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready for a swinging wake? Haunted Mansion Yes, this is ANOTHER post about Haunted Mansion because we are OBSESSED with this ride, especially this time of year when we get all the new spooky Haunted Mansion merchandise and snacks in Disney World. We’ll use any excuse to ride this attraction, too, so, yes, we rode it recently to check up on a missing specter, and lo and behold, the happy haunt had returned! Don’t forget that Disney World’s Haunted Mansion also now has Hatbox Ghost, too, like its West Coast version in Disneyland. There is still some controversy over where Hatbox Ghost lives in Disney World’s Haunted Mansion, but we don’t think he’s going anywhere anytime soon. Hatbox Ghost in Disney World Stay tuned for more news from us foolish mortals here at DFB. Learn MORE about the Haunted Mansion: So What’s the REAL Backstory of Disney World’s Haunted Mansion Residents? We’re Spilling BACKSTAGE SECRETS of Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom! Think You’re a Haunted Mansion Expert? Read This. Disney Reveals an Extremely EXCLUSIVE Haunted Mansion Tiki Mug Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever noticed a ghost missing from the Haunted Mansion in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: A Missing Ghost Is BACK at The Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

‘Tis the season of all things Haunted Mansion, although we might argue that Haunted Mansion should be popular year-round. Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom But it is the season where we get new Haunted Mansion merchandise and snacks (again, why not ALL year-round, Disney? HUH?). So we wanted to talk about this ride that makes spooky season even spookier (especially during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party). We decided to ask YOU, our DFB readers, about something that people do on this ride that annoys you, and let’s just say YOU ANSWERED. That’s right, we went on Facebook and asked you, “What’s something people do on the Haunted Mansion that drives you CRAZY?” Y’all came up with a LOT of comments. Whew! So here’s what you told us. Taking flash photos Okay, this is one that we hate, too, because it’s against the ride’s rules! The Ghost Host LITERALLY tells you not to take flash photography, after all. Dulcie answered our question, “Take flash photos or text the whole time! Yes, both are distracting. Haunted Mansion Shyan added, “Flash photography/recording with flashlight on.” We were actually surprised at how many of you mentioned this. Flash photos on Haunted Mansion are obviously a real problem on the ride. Stephanie has a solution for those who do it: “Flash pictures, on ANY dark ride. Disney jail immediately .“ Disney World Is Getting 8 New Rides! Talking loudly in the stretching room Okay, we’re just going to say it: the stretching room is part of the ride, and you should NOT talk through it. To quote DFB reader Sean, “Talk so loud in the stretching room I can’t hear the Ghost Host. That’s some iconic dialogue I’m missing!” Maureen sums it up perfectly, “Talk loudly in the stretching room! Just because I’ve been on it 20 times doesn’t mean I don’t want to hear the Ghost Host.” Don’t talk here!!! Nancy added, “TALK in the pre-room and the stretching room. SHUT UP!!!!! I want to hear Paul Frees, not you.” SAME, Nancy, SAME. We’ll also point out that several of you mention people screaming during the pre-show and ride, and yes, that bothers us, too. Older Disney Fans Are Sharing the “Shocking and Annoying” Things Younger Generations Do Reciting the dialogue Along with the talking, it’s also annoying when others are reciting the dialogue. Stacey commented, “Recite the stretching room spiel loudly.” If you can’t help yourself, you can just whisper it or mouth the words. Seriously, people! Julie agreed, “Recite the entire pre show or talk during the whole thing.” Keep your mouth shut, people. This seems to be a HUGE problem in the stretching room — yes, you’ve been on this ride a million times, but there are people in there who may be riding Haunted Mansion for the first time. Rob said it best: “Nobody thinks you’re cool because you memorized the ghost host in the stretching room. No one. We’re all judging you the rest of the day. Everytime we see you.” We Couldn’t Believe Our Eyes When We Saw This Disney Ride Model Pushing and shoving The stretching room is just an annoying place, in general. That’s probably because everyone has to crowd into the room, and once the doors open to join the ride’s queue, people just start pushing and shoving their way through. Like, what’s the hurry? You’re already pretty close to getting in a Doom Buggy, we promise. Angela answered, ” I hate it when people try to push their way through you when the doors open or when they’re practically climbing over your back when getting in the narrow part of the queue.” Yep, it’s the WORST. Yes, it gets crowded in here, but pushing is not necessary Ben-Angela said, “The line…like, dude, it’s a constantly moving ride and we’re all gonna get on within just a few buggies of each other. Don’t push me, DEFINITELY don’t push my kids, and don’t separate my family.” Karen also has a problem with the pushing and shoving: “Push in to the next room. My family always gets separated because someone always pushes through to try to get to the front even though half their family is still way in the back.” Hatbox Ghost says to stop pushing and shoving Susan prefers to wait it out, “Push and shove when it’s time to leave the stretching room. I usually wait until they rush out so I don’t get trampled.” Some other annoyances include standing up inside the Doom Buggy, spreading the ashes of deceased loved ones on the ride (yep, that really happens), and leaving gum on the seat (ew). 8 Disney World Rides That Seriously Need To Make a Comeback So the next time you ride Haunted Mansion, remember that it takes no effort at all to be mindful of other riders. In the end, that means everyone ends up having a spooky good time on the ride. Stay tuned to DFB for more. Want to participate in discussions like this? Be sure to follow us on Facebook! 3 Annoying Things People Do in Disney World, According to YOU! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s the most annoying thing that you think people do on Haunted Mansion? Share with us in the comments! The post “Nobody Thinks You’re Cool!” Please DO NOT Do This at the Haunted Mansion in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

“Soarin’ to tower! We are ready for takeoff!” Soarin’ Around the World Before you get ready to ride Soarin’ Around the World in EPCOT, and have the chance to meet Patrick, the Chief Flight Attendant, we have some tips on what rows to request for the best experience. One of our favorite rows to get on Soarin’ Around the World in EPCOT is Row B1, and we are going to explain why. However, there are also some other great rows that may better fit your desires, so we are discussing them all! Soarin’ If you have never been on Soarin’ Around the World before, it is a simulation attraction where you are visiting iconic locations around the world. You are seated in your ride vehicle and then lifted up in front of a screen. Your ride vehicle will move to mimic soaring through the air as you view the locations from the sky. Soarin’ in the Land Pavilion Since you are watching the attraction on a screen and there is the potential to see your fellow flyers during the attraction, there are some seats that we think make for the best experience. Soarin’ Seats Keep in mind that you are always welcome to request rows at an attraction in Disney World, but your request may not always be able to be accommodated. Ask nicely and be respectful if the Cast Member isn’t able to accommodate. We promise you will still have an amazing time on the ride no matter where you are sitting! Soarin’ Queue Alright, onto the best places to sit while riding Soarin’ Around the World! One of the most popular rows is row B1. In row B1 you are in the center of the screen and have no feet dangling in your view. Although you are higher up than the exact center of the screen so there will still be some distortion. However, this is a fan favorite because you will get the least amount of distortion from the screen without feet dangling in front of you. Soarin’ Around the World If you are looking for the absolute least amount of distortion and don’t care about feet hanging in front of you, then row B2 is where you want to be. In row B2 you are in the true center of the screen so you have minimum distortion. But, be ready for some feet to be in your field of view. Think of Soarin’ kind of like a 3×3 grid, there are three sections (A,B, and C) with three rows each (1, 2, and 3). In row B2 you will be smack-dab in the middle of the grid. Soarin’ Around the World Seating Our final row recommendation is for anyone who isn’t a fan of heights or wants to be as close to the ground as possible. You will still be off the ground, so if you are deathly afraid of heights this still won’t be a good row for you. In row B3 you will be in the center of the screen, but a bit lower than the exact center so there will be some distortion. You will also have feet dangling in front of you, but you will be the closest to the ground of any row. If you’re not in the center, everything is at an angle! Both section A and section C will be slightly to the side of the screen so you will notice more distortion than in section B. However, row 1 of these sections will still have you soaring without any feet in front of you, and row 3 will get you as close to the ground as possible. While we prefer the B section as you are in the middle of the screen, you will still have an amazing time on Soarin’ no matter where you sit! So even if you don’t get your first choice of seats, you are still getting to fly around the world without leaving EPCOT! Spaceship Earth in EPCOT While you are in EPCOT getting the perfect seat in Soarin’ Around the World, make sure you also check out these 25 things you should ALWAYS do in EPCOT: Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World tips, tricks, and news! Check out our guide to the BEST snacks at EPCOT! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What is your favorite row on Soarin’ Around the World? Let us know in the comments! The post Why Disney Adults (Including Me) Keep Asking for Row B1 on Soarin' in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re obsessed with the Haunted Mansion, this is the BEST time of year to find Haunted Mansion collectibles. Haunted Mansion in Disneyland Halloween season means Disney drops a ton of new Haunted Mansion souvenirs (and snacks!), and we’ll admit that we usually want to buy ALL the spooky merchandise. However, Disney just dropped a Haunted Mansion souvenir that most of us regular Disney adults will never be able to see — but we’re sharing it with you anyway because it’s EPIC. So not only will you need to travel to Disneyland to grab this souvenir, but you’ll also have to fork out the THOUSANDS of dollars it costs to be a Club 33 member because this collectible is only available to Club 33 members. Yep, it’s THAT exclusive. However, we can’t help but stare at it because it’s so awesome: it’s a Haunted Mansion Tightrope Walker Tiki Mug. Excuse us while we drown in FOMO! On one side is the portrait, which you initially see in the Haunted Mansions stretching room. That tightrope walker is named Sally Slater, and she’s an ICON! ©@enchantedtikibar on Instagram On the other side of the mug is the full portrait of the Tightrope Walker walking a tightrope above a body of water with an alligator lying in wait ready to CHOMP. SO cool. ©@enchantedtikibar on Instagram So, if you ARE a Club 33 Member, you’ll want to keep an eye out for this new collectible. It comes with a drink made with gin, pear liqueur, honey syrup, allspice dram, and Angostura bitters. The drink also includes an umbrella, because OF COURSE IT DOES. Anyway, that sounds SO good, right? Like most of us, though, you can join us as we just stare at photos of the mug, which is probably the closest we’ll ever get to it. Club 33 Entrance Button in Disneyland Stay tuned to DFB for more. Learn More About Club 33 Here Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe What do you think of this mug? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Reveals an Extremely EXCLUSIVE Haunted Mansion Tiki Mug first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s just nothing like taking a ride on the Disney World Skyliner, you know?! Disney World’s Skyliner I mean, when you’re on the Skyliner you’re soaring high above the crowds, waving “bye bye” bus lines, and traveling “oh so conveniently” between many of the Disney World Resort hotels and the parks. We’re big fans of the Skyliner experience (if you couldn’t tell). If you’re looking forward to hopping aboard on your next trip to Disney World, we’ve gotta go over the dates you’ll want to avoid! Just in case you have no idea what the Skyliner is, let’s do a quick refresher. The Disney Skyliner has been running since September 2019, and it provides a super convenient way for guests staying at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Pop Century, and Disney’s Riviera Resort to access both EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. Skyliner Now, with that out of the way, there are some dates that you should avoid the Skyliner, but don’t worry that you’ll be stranded. You will still have options like buses, monorails, boats, Minnie Vans, just to name a few. Here are two specific dates when you should avoid the Disney Skyliner. When It’s Closed for Refurbishment First up, as you can imagine, in order to keep the Skyliner in tip-top working order, Disney has to shut it down for maintenance. In the past several years, we have typically seen the Skyliner go down each January for around a week. The Skyliner closes temporarily in January Here are the dates it went under refurb for the past four years: January 24 to January 28, 2021 January 23 to January 28, 2022 January 22 to January 29, 2023 January 16 to January 27, 2024 (most of it reopened on January 21st) Skyliner Closed So, if that regularity is any indication, you would most likely want to avoid trying to use the Skyliner for at least the last two weeks in January each year when it goes under refurbishment. Days When Bad Weather is Predicted In case you didn’t know, Florida weather can be a little unpredictable. One minute it’s sunny and beautiful, and the next it’s like the sky just decided to empty itself all at once. Now, the Skyliner doesn’t do well with bad weather, especially lightning. If any lightning is reported within a 10-mile radius, you’ll find the Skyliner shut down for safety reasons. Look out for stormy weather! On days like this, it’s better to plan ahead and have your alternate transportation method in mind (buses, Minnie Vans, etc.). Once the weather passes, the Skyliner will be back up and running again. Also, remember that Florida gets hit by hurricanes, so you’ll want to keep an eye on the weather when you’re making your plans. Too many storms for the Skyliner Those are just a couple of the most important dates to try and avoid the Disney Skyliner when planning your next trip to Disney World. In the meantime, keep it right here at DFB for all the latest! A Classic Magic Kingdom Ride Reopens After Refurbishment in ONE WEEK Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite thing about the Skylilner at Disney World? Share your best story with us in the comments! The post 2 Dates You Might Want to AVOID the Disney Skyliner first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

So a LOT is going on in Magic Kingdom right now. Rivers of America Tiana’s Bayou Adventure just opened recently, as did an all-new version of Country Bear Jamboree. Construction may begin soon on an all-new Cars land PLUS a new Villains land is on the way, too. Well, now, we’ve got another change to warn you about coming up soon: a classic Magic Kingdom attraction will temporarily close. The Liberty Square Riverboat, which cruises the Rivers of America around Tom Sawyer Island is not showing any hours on the Disney World calendar as of of August 20th. This generally means that the ride will be closed. We’re seeing the same on August 21st and 22nd. ©Disney The good news is that the website is showing hours for the Riverboat on August 23rd, so this is just a temporary closure. However, we’ll admit we got a little nervous. As we previously reported, the new Cars land announced for Magic Kingdom will be taking over the space occupied by the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island. For a hot minute, we were wondering if construction would begin REALLY soon. ©Disney So it’s likely this closure has nothing to do with the new land being built. We also do not know what will become of the Riverboat once construction begins on the new land: will it be removed entirely or relocated to serve another purpose? Now, we don’t know if Disney is taking any suggestions, but we think a restaurant on the Riverboat would be an EXCELLENT idea — maybe something New Orleans-themed to go along with Tiana’s Bayou Adventure? Magic Kingdom is in sore need of better food, after all…so we’re just throwing that idea out into the universe for consideration. Riverboat We’ll be keeping an eye out for more Disney World updates, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Looking for MORE big D23 news? We’ve got a LOT to talk about. CARS LAND and TWO NEW ATTRACTIONS Coming To Magic Kingdom in Disney World! HUGE NEWS: A NEW ‘MONSTERS INC’ LAND and COASTER Announced For Disney World! “You’ll Still Have a Chance To Experience Dinosaur One More Time” Disney Shares HUGE Update on the Fate of DinoLand, U.S.A. ALERT: A BRAND-NEW ‘Indiana Jones’ Ride Is Coming to Disney World! CONFIRMED: A NEW ‘Encanto’ Attraction Is Coming to Animal Kingdom! A NEW Disney Nighttime Parade Is CONFIRMED for Magic Kingdom FIRST LOOK: NEW Spaceship Earth Lounge Is Coming to EPCOT Disney World Teases OPENING TIMELINE for a NEW ‘Zootopia’ Attraction! 3 NEW Announcements Are Bringing BIG Changes to Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think Disney should do with the Riverboat once it starts working on the new Cars land? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: A Classic Magic Kingdom Ride Is Temporarily CLOSING on August 20th first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Wow! We’re still buzzing from the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event weekend! D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event We just couldn’t wait for the Horizons: Disney Experiences Panel (like everyone else). Oh boy did we get all kinds of details on the parks, resorts, cruises, and more (Disney definitely didn’t hold back). But since there was so much they went over, we thought we’d narrow the scope for you and just talk about Disneyland and all that’s coming there! As we were saying, there were a TON of announcements made during the Disney Experiences Panel at D23: The Ultimate Fan Event. I mean, they didn’t hold back! Right now, we’re here with a round-up of all the major announcements made by Disney during the panel specific to the Disneyland Resort. Let’s get right into it! Disney California Adventure Avatar-themed Land Get ready because there’s a brand-new Avatar experience coming to Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort! This new Pandora will be totally different from the one at Animal Kingdom and will bring all-new, mind-blowing sights and adventures. Expect to dive into epic experiences inspired by Avatar: The Way of Water, Avatar: Fire and Ash, and more of the upcoming Avatar movies. Plus, there’s a thrilling new ride that’s going to whisk you away on an unforgettable journey across the vast seas of Pandora. Avatar Land ©Disney Walt Disney: A Magical Life Disney just dropped some incredible news! The FIRST-EVER audio-animatronic of Walt Disney himself is coming to Disneyland! The new show, “Walt Disney — A Magical Life,” will be playing at the Main Street Opera House, sharing the spotlight with “Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln.” After the initial run, these two iconic shows will take turns, giving everyone a chance to catch both when they visit. “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” ©Disney Avengers Campus Expansion Marvel fans, this is huge! Avengers Campus is about to double in size with TWO brand-new attractions. First up, the long-awaited Avengers E-Ticket ride, finally revealed as Avengers Infinity Defense. Also, Iron Man is getting his own attraction, with Robert Downey Jr. returning as Tony Stark! In Stark Flight Lab, “you’re going to sit in two-person pods and deploy to a test station. Then a robot arm grabs your pod and starts whirling you around in a simulated flight.” Avengers Campus ©Disney Coco Attraction If you loved the Disney/Pixar film Coco, you’re in for a treat! A brand-new Coco attraction is coming to Disney California Adventure. This boat ride will immerse you in the film’s music and vibrant world. Construction kicks off in 2026, so mark your calendars! ©Disney Disneyland Park Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Speaking of marking your calendars, get ready for November 15th, because that’s when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure officially opens at Disneyland! Inspired by The Princess and the Frog, this new ride is set to launch right at the start of the holiday season. Also, Critter Country will be getting a fresh new name, Bayou Country, to go along with Tiana’s big debut. Construction progress in Disneyland — July 2024 There you have it! A roundup of the announcements Disney made about the Disneyland Resort during the Disney Experiences Panel. There’s a lot to look forward to in the coming years. We’ll definitely keep you updated on how all these additions progress and all the latest news. Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney parks news! Check out everything we experienced while at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe What announcement are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments! The post Disneyland Is Getting 6 New Rides! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We are just a few short weeks away from the END of the 3-month-long festival drought in EPCOT with the start of EPCOT’s International Food and Wine Festival! 2023 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Menus have FINALLY been released for the festival, and words can’t express how excited we are. We’ve already been looking through it and making our festival plan, our eyes brightening as we saw more and more options coming back that we’ve enjoyed in years past, and then — wait, what is THAT?! *sigh* The truth is, friends, there are some offerings returning to this year’s festival that, for lack of a better term, BAFFLE us. We try ALL the new eats at the festival each and every year, and often try ones that we’ve had in years past too to see if they’re still worth (or not worth) your money. The Noodle Exchange Booth Not every item at each booth is a winner, and that’s not surprising since everyone’s taste buds are different! However, sometimes there are items that are just REALLY not it, and we expect them to never return again. This alone is why you see entirely new menus at the Italy pavilion nearly every single festival (because, let’s be honest, it’s been a LONG TIME since Italy has had a winner — maybe this will be the year!). Disney doesn’t want to keep hated items on the menu, because then no one will buy them and they’ve wasted ingredients and time on food that won’t get eaten. 2023 Booth Which is why we were SO surprised to see that some…questionable options are coming back to the festival this year. Okay, that’s being kind — the internet HATED these items last year, and yet, here they are again! One of the biggest ones that our jaws dropped at seeing come back is the Pickle Milkshake from Brew Wing! Pickle Milkshake Some thought it tasted more like dill than pickles, and others (who are normally pickle lovers) absolutely hated it. At the end of the day, no one can argue that this wasn’t unique, and we thought it was a little TOO unique for it to come back — we’ve been proven wrong. It’s so…green Also from Brew Wing, the Peanut Butter and Jelly Sticky Wings are making a return! Like the pickle milkshake, this is VERY unique, but we actually really enjoyed them! Yes, they do really taste like peanut butter and jelly, so if strange-flavored wings aren’t your thing, stay far, FAR away, but it wasn’t too unique that we disliked it. But will they do it well enough AGAIN this year? Peanut Butter and Jelly Sticky Wings But this last one, y’all, we’re truly at a loss for words. The Swine Brine is coming BACK at the Flavors From Fire booth, and we’re just shaking our heads. Swine Brine (2023) Hear us out — we’ll try anything once. We’ll even try most things way MORE than that, but the whole team is sending good thoughts and vibes to whatever reporter gets assigned this booth because, well, this drink, made from Jim Beam Bourbon, apple cinnamon cider, bone broth, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, was on our list of hated items last year. When we first tried it about 4 years ago, we didn’t despise it, surprisingly, but last year, the flavor of bone broth was SO strong we almost spit out the drink. Not only that, the pork inside the drink looked gray in color, which was very off-putting, and our official stance was to stay away. Swine Brine (from 2020) Despite these…intriguing items, we’re really looking forward to the festival this year and can’t wait to bring all the latest news and reviews to you! More Food and Wine Festival News! The Internet HATED These EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Dishes, but They Are Returning in 2024 AnywayFULL LIST of Eats on the Cheese Crawl at EPCOT’s 2024 Food and Wine FestivalFULL MENUS Announced for the 2024 EPCOT Food and Wine FestivalWe’ll Never Do an EPCOT Festival the Same Again Thanks to These Amazon FindsNEW EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Trends We Expect to See in 2024 Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Food and Wine Festival news! Check out ALL the booths and menus for this year’s Food and Wine Festival here! IT'S WINE & DINE TIME! Food & Wine Festival can be a bummer. You stand in line waiting for what looks like the perfect treat, and it's a bust. But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE EPCOT Food & Wine Festival experience. If you're planning a day or a week at the festival, we've got every performance, activity, and tasty nosh detailed out so you can make the most of your time and money. 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It’s pizza time!!! Yummmmmm We had a major craving for pizza (preferably not of the puffy kind) and decided to stop by Disney Springs to see how things were going over at Blaze Pizza. While there, we tried some of their brand-new menu items and wanted to share our thoughts with y’all. Atmosphere Blaze Pizza is a casual quick-service restaurant famous for the customizable pizzas that they make right in front of you (think Subway but with pizza!). This is a restaurant chain that exists outside of Disney Springs and is a pretty popular spot for dining. Blaze Pizza Aside from custom pizzas, the menu also features signature pizzas, salads, sides, and desserts. And as for beverages, you have the options of flavored lemonades, teas, beers, and soft drinks. Blaze Pizza menu Blaze Pizza has tons of indoor and outdoor seating, so it’s a great place to sit and eat after a day full of shopping and adventuring at Springs. Indoor seating Menu When we dined in, we noticed that new menu items were being offered, including Fast Fire’d Meatballs, 2 new Signature Pizzas, Spicy Cheesy Bread, and Cinnamon Bread. Blaze Pizza new menu items We decided to order a couple of familiar items along with some of the new options from the menu, to test out if this is a solid option at Disney Springs to dine at. Full Spread Eats First up was the classic Cheesy Bread, which is available for $8.25. The Cheesy Bread is made up of their classic dough with shredded mozzarella, oregano, olive oil drizzle, with a side of red sauce. Cheesy Bread We have to be honest about this one it wasn’t really our favorite. It tasted like standard cheese bread and although it was advertised as having oregano and garlic, our batch didn’t exactly have much of it, so the flavors were very bland, even when paired with the red sauce. We think this would taste better possibly on another visit, but it’s not a dish we’ll go out of our way to order again. Cheesy Bread with red sauce A new menu item added is their Fast Fire’d Meatballs for $6.99. It includes 3 pork/beef blend meatballs submerged in their classic red sauce along with a dollop of ricotta cheese and a banana pepper. Fast Fire’d Meatballs Honestly, we were actually surprised by these meatballs. We were thinking we would be biting into the grocery store/freezer section-style meatballs, but they actually tasted as if they were homemade. The sauce was light in flavor but paired well with the meat. We honestly wish meatball subs were a part of the menu because these meatballs would rock on one. 10/10 meatballs Next up was the Spicy Pepperoni Pizza, a new menu item available for $11.95. This pizza comes with spicy red sauce and mozzarella cheese. It’s then topped with double pepperoni, jalapeño with garlic, and your choice of spicy hot or spicy sweet drizzle. We opted for the spicy sweet drizzle, which was a hot honey sauce. Spicy Pepperoni Pizza Seriously, Blaze ate with this one (or well, we technically ate it), but they truly knocked it out of the park with this signature pizza. Since Blaze pizzas are made inside of an open flame oven, the dough is toasty and crispy and the cheese is perfectly melty. But the combo of pepperoni and jalapenos along with that AMAZING hot honey sauce was just pure YUM. Although we expected the pizza to be incredibly spicy, we would say it wasn’t to the point where we couldn’t enjoy it. We’d say this is a great pizza for those who enjoy a little kick, but if you have a lower tolerance or don’t like spice in general, this may not be your fave. Overall, we’re definitely coming back for this one! Ding ding, we have a winner! Now on to desserts (our favorite part!). We first dug into the S’more Pie which is a classic on the menu. For $3.25 you get melted chocolate and a marshmallow smushed between 2 McVitie’s biscuits. You have the option of getting this pie heated up for you, which gives the marshmallow a more accurate s’more-like consistency. S’more Pie This pie tastes exactly like a s’more and left us wanting more (crickets probably). But honestly, it’s a really good option for a dessert that’s more unique than the cookie or brownie that Blaze Pizza offers. It’s a simple treat, but still very good. A classic treat And last but not least, it was time for the Cinnamon Bread to shine. The Cinnamon Bread is made up of their house-made stretched bread, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar and drizzled in royal white icing. This is another new menu item and is available for $4.99. Cinnamon Bread Another surprise hit for us. We were thinking that it wasn’t going to satisfy our sweet tooth since the breading is similar to the pizza dough, but it’s actually way sweeter than we anticipated. The best part about this treat is that it’s sweet without feeling overwhelming, so it’s a solid dessert option if you’re looking for something that doesn’t feel too heavy on the sugar level. The cinnamon sugar was distributed perfectly throughout each piece and the frosting was delicious. We definitely hope this one stays on the menu! Honestly a fun little fall treat! Overall If you’re looking for a more casual spot to eat, we’d say that Blaze Pizza is a pretty solid option! The prices are fair and there’s enough seating where you don’t have to worry about not finding a spot. Not only that, but we very much enjoyed the food we got and will not hesitate to return. Great for guests wanting pizza on property that’s not specifically the Disney kind. Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza Nosh or Not? Stroll on over to Blaze Pizza if… You love pizza! Their pizzas are delicious and with their customizable options, you’ll be sure to find a pie you really dig. You’re looking for a casual bite with less wait times. Disney Springs is a popular spot so other restaurants get pretty busy, especially if you don’t plan ahead or have a reservation. You want to save a bit of your dough. No pizza pun intended, but Blaze’s menu is pretty affordable and it’s filling. So not only do you get yummy food, but you don’t end up spending a ton of money on one dish as opposed to other sit-down restaurants at Disney Springs. Avoid Blaze Pizza if… You want a more unique dish. This is pizza from a chain restaurant that exists outside of Disney property so we understand that when you come to Disney World, you may want to try something more memorable or exclusive. If you’re not a fan of pizza. That may sound silly, but truly, there aren’t a lot of main options on the menu aside from it, so if that’s not your thing, we don’t suggest picking this spot out. Stay tuned as we bring you even more of our reviews as we eat throughout Disney World! 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