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Do you A.) Love roller coasters, B.) Love highly-immersive lands, and C.) Love roller coasters WITHIN highly-immersive lands? If you answered “yes” to all of the above, then it’s time you take a trip on down to Universal Studios Islands of Adventure. Which is EXACTLY what we’re doing TODAY, here on DFB Guide. Check out our video below: The ULTIMATE Guide to Universal’s Islands of Adventure Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more Disney 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 Have you been to Islands of Adventure? Let us know in the comments. The post DFB Video: The ULTIMATE Guide to Universal’s Islands of Adventure first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Is it just us, or has Disney been releasing some SUPER adorable merchandise lately? Shopping and entertainment all in one! 2024 seems to be the year of adorable souvenirs. Speaking of which.. we think we might have found a Loungefly collection that could have you scrambling for your wallets. We heard about this collection recently, and that it would drop soon on shopDisney. HOWEVER, HotTopic just dropped the WESTERN DISNEY LOUNGEFLY COLLECTION early, and it features our favorite mice. Hold on to your hats. Make sure to watch your kids. ‘Cause this here’s the wildest ride in the wilderness! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Western Loungefly collection is available NOW at HotTopic, but we have a feeling that it won’t last long. Just look at how cute this Minnie backpack is! ©Disney The combination of the smooth leather fringe and embroidered denim is one of the best parts about the bag. Minnie’s pink hat with the blue bow is adorable, and with the double pockets, you have some extra storage space. (Is anyone else getting Dolly Parton vibes? Shop on Hot Topic Pair the Minnie backpack with the matching Mickey one! ©Disney Mickey’s red gingham paired with the denim i too cute! It’s giving major Fort Wilderness vibes and we’re here for it! Shop on Hot Topic Treat yourself to this stunning crossbody! ©Disney If you’re not a backpack person, this crossbody could be perfect! (This one might just be our favorite item in the collection…) The cow print strap with the Mickey and Minnie icons is everything we didn’t know we needed! Shop on Hot Topic Keep yourself organized with the matching wallet! ©Disney This zip-around wallet features a patterned leather exterior with several card slots on the inside to keep yourself organized! We like how it matches the collection but puts it’s own spin on the western theme. Shop on Hot Topic Bring some western magic into your life with this tote! ©Disney Hey Alexa, play cowboy like me by Taylor Swift. This tote is perfect as an every day bag, or if you’re more of a tote bag kind of person in the parks. Made out of canvas with a printed image on both sides, we are totally digging the cowboy Mickey vibes from this bag! Shop on Hot Topic Well, that’s all for now, folks. Be sure to follow along for more so that you’re always in the loop! Click here to check out even MORE great Disney merchandise on our Amazon Storefront! The post A NEW Disney x Loungefly Collection Was Released Early! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Every year, there are new experiences that become available in Disney World. Magic Kingdom Last year alone, TRON Lightcycle /Run opened, Disney celebrated their 100th Anniversary for the whole year, Splash Mountain permanently closed to make way for a new attraction, and those are just to name a few. And while there are tons of exciting things coming for 2024, we’re wondering if it will be enough. What do we mean by “not being enough?” Well, another Orlando theme park currently has a massive expansion planned for early 2025. And by expansion, we mean an entire new park. ©Universal | Epic Universe Concept Art Yes, Universal Orlando is building a whole new park called Epic Universe to open in early to mid 2025, located not too far from the existing two parks. Additionally, they’ll be getting three new hotels — one inside the park and two located close by. ©Universal Yeah…that’s a little hard to compete with. Disney isn’t planning a new theme park by any means, but there are lots of exciting things on the way. One of the biggest is the introduction of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, which is taking the place of Splash Mountain (but will have the same ride system). @Disney Additionally, we should see ALL the walls come down in EPCOT to complete the EPCOT Transformation. This will include the opening of Communicore Plaza and Communicore Hall, as well as open up the park to be fully walkable again without walls blocking your path. Now, this was technically supposed to be done in 2023…but we have hope it’ll finally happen this year! Communicore Hall Construction We also know that Country Bear Jamboree is getting a facelift/revamp in Magic Kingdom (which has prompted some mixed feelings from guests to say the least) in 2024, and Test Track in EPCOT will also be undergoing a transformation. Country Bear Jamboree will close on Jan. 27th and reopen this summer. However, we don’t know when Test Track’s closure and revamp will begin OR end. ©Disney Animal Kingdom’s DinoLand U.S.A. will also officially be going away sometime soon (no timeline announced just yet) and be replaced with a new land themed after the Tropical Americas. This could include experiences inspired by Encanto and Indiana Jones, but we don’t have any concrete information just yet. @Disney Not to mention that we’re getting new sections of hotels like the DVC tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and new restaurants like the Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers coming to the BoardWalk. Polynesian Village Construction But is this enough to compete with a WHOLE new park? It’s hard to say, and it’s up to each individual. Universal doesn’t have the Disney magic that Disney World does, but older kids and adults may really enjoy exploring a new park with IPs from many different Universal films and worlds. Mickey Premium Bar Overall, we’re going to have to wait until we get closer to the end of 2024 to see what’s happened in Disney World, and how Epic Universe is coming along to really see how they’re comparing. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! We compared Disney and Universal to see how they compete as they currently stand — check it out! 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? Will Disney be able to keep up with Universal? Tell us in the comments! The post Big Disney Park CHANGES Are Coming – But Will It Be Enough? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s National Peanut Butter Day and we are sharing a new recipe just for the occasion: Mickey Mouse Peanut Butter Cookies made with M&M’S Minis Peanut Butter Chocolate Candies!View the full article

When it comes to budget-friendly airlines, Breeze Airways is at the top of the list for a lot of folks. Have you ever flown with Breeze? Although the airline has been making flights to and from Florida for nearly two years now, Breeze is expanding its operations to Florida in a BIG way. If you visit Disney World often and are always on the hunt for low airfare from a reliable airline, you’re gonna want to listen up. Breeze Airways announced that they would be expanding operations to open a crew base in Orlando, Florida! What does this mean? A crew base is coming to Orlando! Well, not only does this mean that Breeze will now have 11 new routes to and from Orlando, but you’ll also have more support at the airport when it comes to flight crews, customer service, technical operations, and all of the folks that make your airport and flight experience a breeze. (No pun intended.) Airplane Orlando makes Breeze’s eighth crew base, which will officially open on April 1st. Now, about those 11 new routes… Breeze is adding routes to Mobile, Alabama. Greenville, North Carolina, and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, with even more connections to those cities. Traveling soon? Breeze shared that they would be operated by the Airbus A220-300, which accommodates 137 passengers. If you’re hoping to be one of those passengers, they’re offering a DEAL to celebrate their new routes. You can score airfare for as low as $39 one-way if you book by January 29th at 11:59PM EST for travel through September 3rd, 2024. And there you have it! We’ll be sure to keep you updated with more Disney news, so make sure to follow along for more so that you never miss a thing. Here’s why you might NOT want to fly to Disney World 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 Have you ever flown Breeze? Let us know in the comments! The post More Cheap Flights Are Coming to the Orlando Airport SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Forget those old Disney snacks (okay, maybe don’t totally forget about them — but let’s put them aside for a second)! If you’re looking for something brand NEW to excite those taste buds of yours we know exactly where you need to go! Prosperity Bao & Buns From January 23rd through February 18th, 2024, Disney California Adventure in Disneyland Resort is celebrating the Lunar New Year (it’s the Year of the Dragon ) with all kinds of epic eats, unique entertainment, and more. While there are some returning items you’ll certainly want to check out, there’s one food booth at the Festival that has a whole bunch of NEW things for you to try. So, join us now as we stop by Prosperity Bao & Buns to see whether this spot is a must-do or a total SKIP. Menu First up, let’s talk menu. As we noted above, the menu this year at Prosperity Bao & Bun features some new snacks to talk about. There are 2 buns to pick from as well as a variety of alcoholic drinks. Menu Kung Pao Bao — NEW! BBQ Pork Bun — NEW! Jasmine Tea Lager? NEW! That’s right folks — it’s a whole party of newness over here. To be honest, we are a bit sad to see the Pepperoni Pizza Bao Bun didn’t return, but new snacks await us so let’s jump in and see if these items are worth the cash. Eats First up, we grabbed the Kung Pao Bao. This is a bao bun made with plant-based chicken, toasted peanuts, and scallions. It is priced at $9. Kung Pao Bao We never would have guessed this was plant-based chicken! The sauce here is absolutely delicious and we think the peanuts go very well with all the other flavors. This bun has a bit of spice, but it’s nothing too overwhelming. The bao bun is perfectly soft and airy — overall this is an amazing offering, and we give it an 8/10! We loved it! Next up, it’s time to keep the bao party going with the BBQ Pork Bun. This features kimchi mayo and garlic chile crunch. You can grab one of these for $9. BBQ Pork Bun We describe this as a spicy little ball of deliciousness! The Kimchi Mayo is really what ties this whole dish together. The meat is super tender and the bao bun is, again, so soft. We give this one a 10/10 as long as you don’t mind spice! Spicy little ball of deliciousness Many of you out there might be big fans of the Cheeseburger Pods from Satu’li Canteen in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. In terms of a comparison, these buns are just as soft, if not softer, and they’ve definitely got a kick to them, while the Cheeseburger Pods don’t have any spice. If you find yourself wishing the Cheeseburger Pods just had some spice, you have to try these! Now, let’s talk drinks. Drinks The alcoholic beverage options here are new as well, so we opted to try a few different things by getting the Dragon Beer Flight, priced at $18.50. This flight comes with the Brewery X Grapefruit Panda Pool Party Bamboo Rice Lager, Harland Brewing Co. Tangerine Dragon Fruit Hefeweizen, Stereo Brewing Co. Jasmine Tea Lager, and Eagle Rock Brewery Lychee IPA. Dragon Beer Flight The Brewery X Grapefruit Panda Pool Party Bamboo Rice Lager is the lightest and has a very, very small hint of grapefruit. It wasn’t our reporter’s favorite flavor-wise, but it was still good. The Harland Brewing Co. Tangerine Dragon Fruit Hefeweizen on the other hand was definitely more tart than the others. The tangerine flavor is right at the forefront, and we loved the aftertaste it made. It’s very light and refreshing. A little bit of each one! The Stereo Brewing Co. Jasmine Tea Lager was next and this one was our reporter’s favorite! The jasmine tea really shines in this drink, making it so incredibly refreshing — great for a hot day. Lastly, we had the Eagle Rock Brewery Lychee IPA which was our reporter’s least favorite. Since this is an IPA, the beer taste is stronger here and the lychee is VERY strong. It’s definitely a bitter beer, and it packs a punch with 7% ABV. Give it a try! All of these drinks are new to the Festival this year. While you can grab each one individually (prices range from $14 to $15.25), the flight provides you with a nice way to sample each of them. Also available at this booth is the Tsingtao with Frozen Mango Beer Foam ($15), the NEW Mickey-shaped Macaron Straw Clip (there is a limit of two per person, per transaction, $7.75 each)… ©Disney …and the returning Lotus Flower Glow Cube (there is a limit of 10 per person, per transaction, $6 each). Lotus Flower Glowing Cube from 2023 Overall Overall, if you’re looking for some savory snacks, a fantastic item with some plant-based meat in it, or a few refreshing new beers, Prosperity Bao & Buns is the place to be. We’ll be sharing FULL reviews of all the booths at the Lunar New Year Festival in California Adventure, so be sure to stay tuned for those details. You can click here to check out our page with full menu details for the Festival and links to all of our booth reviews. Planning your next trip to Disneyland? 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Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disneyland to attend their media preview of the Lunar New Year Festival. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post REVIEW: Prosperity Bao & Buns at the 2024 Lunar New Year Festival in Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We have seen our fair share of Disney collaborations recently! From the various Swarovski releases to the Pandora collections, and everything in between, Disney does not lack partnerships when it comes to merchandise. Swarovski Minnie Ears We have, however, found a new addition to your wardrobe that is perfect and subtle for any Disney fan. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Check out these amazing Minnie Mouse x Adidas shoes! ©Adidas/Disney These shoes are the perfect combination of Disney magic and subtlety. They are made of vegan materials and are a part of the Adidas effort to reduce plastic waste! ©Adidas/Disney When the right and left shoes are side by side, Minnie’s hands form a heart! Adidas describes this on their website in the following way: “Because we can accomplish anything if we just stick together.” Shop on Adidas If you want more merchandise news, look no further because we’ve got you covered! Check Out Our Disney Merchandise Finds Here! The post New Disney x Adidas Shoes Now Available Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What’s better than Disney World FOOD? Coffee Tequilla Sundae FREE Disney World food, of course! Disney World is offering its Disney Dining Plan for FREE with certain hotel stays, and we’ve just found a hack for this discount. But don’t worry — we’re not gatekeeping! We’re gonna share it with you right now! First up, if you’re not familiar with the Disney Dining Plan, it is a plan you can package with a Disney World hotel stay and park tickets that essentially allows you to pre-pay for the meals you’ll eat on vacation. There are two tiers of plans available — one that provides meals at Disney World quick-service restaurants and snacks, and one that allows meals at both table-service and quick-service restaurants, as well as snacks. We’ve got a complete list of the restaurants that accept the dining plan — click the link below to get it! Is the dining plan a good deal? Our very best answer to that is … it depends. If you’re interested in truly getting your money’s worth out of the dining plan, that’s going to require some research. If you’re after a way to budget and turn your vacation into an “all-inclusive” one, the Dining Plan can give you that feel. But we CAN tell you about a situation where the Disney Dining Plan is an AMAZING deal — when it’s FREE! Breakfast at Garden Grill The current free dining offer at Disney World is for Disney+ subscribers. Disney+ subscribers can now get the Disney Dining Plan for FREE on select dates when they purchase a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package. This package must include a room at a select Disney hotel and Park Hopper theme park ticket. This deal is available for trips most nights from July 1st to September 30th, 2024. But that’s where our HACK comes in! ‘Ohana Bread Pudding! A member of our DFB Team wanted to take advantage of this deal, but really wanted to travel in early October. They were able to book this free dining deal for their entire trip in early October by checking in on September 30th! So keep this in mind if your dates don’t exactly line up with this promotion! Chips and queso at Three Bridges Now, we still need to talk about VALUE here. In case you didn’t notice, you need to pay full price for a Disney World hotel and buy park hopper tickets to get a free dining package. There are also discounted hotel rates, and depending on where you want to stay and what you want out of your trip — you might get a better deal WITHOUT the free dining. How do you figure out what’s best for you? The best advice we can give you is to enlist expert help from a travel agent who specializes in Disney. Their services cost you nothing, and they can run all the numbers and tell you what’s going to work best for your individual situation! We recommend contacting our friends at Small World Vacations before you book! We will keep sharing all the Disney tips and tricks we discover with you, so keep following us here at DFB! Which Disney Dining Plan is Right for You? Click Here! Are you taking advantage of Disney World’s free dining offer? Share your dates in the comments! The post We Just Found a Free Dining HACK in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It appears the Disneyland Resort may be shaking things up this year for its festivals! Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Disneyland is home to many special events, including the Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival and the Lunar New Year celebration. During this year’s Lunar New Year Celebration at Disney California Adventure (DCA), however, Disneyland is trying something new when it comes to purchasing food and drinks at booths. In previous years, DCA has offered the Sip and Savor Pass, a card that guests can purchase with eight tabs on it that can be redeemed at Food and Wine Festival food booths for select foods and non-alcoholic drinks. However, beginning this year, Sip and Savor is going digital for the Lunar New Year celebration! Lunar New Year Sip and Savor Pass The new Sip and Savor Pass comes in the form of a wristlet with an attached barcode that works as a tabs and receipts database. The Lunar New Year pass includes six coupons that can be redeemed for select food and non-alcoholic beverages at the following Lunar New Year marketplaces and dining locations at DCA: Lunar New Year Marketplaces Longevity Noodle Co. Lucky 8 Lantern Prosperity Bao & Buns Red Dragon Spice Traders Bamboo Blessings Wrapped with Love Lunar New Year Dining Locations Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta Cappuccino Cart Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill Churros near Goofy’s Sky School Churros near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail Churros at Hollywood Land Festival Food & Beverage Cart Lamplight Lounge Pym Test Kitchen Studio Catering Co. Terran Treats Per Disney, “Sip and Savor offerings at participating dining locations are tasting-size portions only, not full entrées.” 2024 Lunar New Year at DCA This year, guests can redeem coupons by either entering a 4-digit code upon checkout (the remaining coupons will be presented on the receipt) or by simply presenting their pass with the coupon still attached. Passes cost $43 for Magic Key Passholders and $46 for regular guests. Sip and Savor passes can be purchased at the following locations: Sip and Savor Cart Elias & Co. Julius Katz & Sons Rushin’ River Outfitters Seaside Souvenirs Festival Merchandise Lunar New Year Celebration The Lunar New Year Celebration at DCA runs from January 23rd through February 18th, 2024 after which the Sip and Savor pass expires. If you decide to celebrate The Year of the Dragon at DCA with a Sip and Savor pass, you can use it to sample food alone or to share with family and friends to sample food together! As of now, we don’t know if this new form of Sip and Savor passes will be available for the Food and Wine Festival, but we’ll let you know as soon as there is an update! 2024 is the Year of the Dragon We’ll keep you updated on all things Lunar New Year Celebration, including food reviews and tips! As always, be sure to follow us here at the Disney Food Blog for all the latest Disneyland news, reviews, and tips, as well! FIRST LOOK at a NEW Restaurant Coming to Downtown Disney — Parkside Market 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 Do you think the Sip and Savor pass is worth it? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! The post NEWS: Disney Has CHANGED the Sip and Savor Festival Pass first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For a long, long time now, there has been one snack we’ve been hoping would come to Magic Kingdom. Cinderella Castle At Disneyland Park, they have New Orleans Square instead of Liberty Square. And in New Orleans Square, you can order some delicious, fluffy, sweet beignets. If you want that yummy treat in Disney World, you have to head all the way over to Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter…but not for much longer! Disney just dropped the foodie guide for Black History Month celebrations in the park, and on the list, we noticed something extra special — beignets are coming to Magic Kingdom! ©Disney From February 1st-March 1st, 2024, you’ll be able to order “Tiana’s Famous Beignets” at Golden Oak Outpost in Magic Kingdom. They’re described as “light, sweet, and fluffy beignets with strawberry dipping sauce.” Golden Oak Outpost According to the foodie guide, they’ll only be around for a limited time, but we’re really hoping they bring beignets permanently to Magic Kingdom with the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Frontierland later this year. Could this be a test to see how well the treat is received? We’ll just have to order as many as possible to convince them to stay! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Note that this isn’t the first time we’ve ever seen beignets in Magic Kingdom — they were available for breakfast at Tomorrowland Terrace waaaayyy back in 2013! You know that we’ll be there FIRST thing February 1st to try out this new snack, so stay tuned for a full review. Keep following DFB for all the Disney World food news! The Ultimate Guide to Disneyland Beignets — Click Here! 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 had beignets in Disney World or Disneyland? Tell us in the comments! The post 🚨 This is NOT a Drill! Beignets Are Coming to Magic Kingdom SOON! 🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost February, which means the Disney Parks are gearing up to celebrate Black History Month. Celebrate Soulfully in Disney Springs in 2023 Throughout the month of February, you can celebrate black heritage and culture by indulging in various sweets and treats around the parks. It’s so neat to think about how many of our favorite Disney dishes were invented by black chefs or inspired by black tradition in the United States. Celebrate Soulfully is Disney’s Black History Month Celebration, and this year, it’s bringing some serious eats. Let’s talk about it! Here are all of the snacks you can get in the Disney Parks and hotels for Celebrate Soulfully. Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, and Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort World Premiere Food Court, Intermission Food Court, and End Zone Food Court (Available Feb. 1 through March 31; mobile order available) Banana Pudding Cheesecake: Banana cheesecake with vanilla pudding and vanilla wafer crust Assistant Sous Chef Janell Wright drew inspiration from her Jamaican roots and time living in the U.S., where she developed a fondness for banana pudding. Janell took these classic dessert flavors and infused them into a special cheesecake topped with a Mickey garnish, a special nod to Janell’s dream of working for Disney coming true. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge (Available Feb. 1 through 29) Berry Beignet: Mixed berry compote, house-made Uncle Nearest Whiskey caramel sauce, and powdered sugar served with a pipette of Uncle Nearest Whiskey Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa The Artist’s Palette (Mobile order available) Soulful Sunday Pork Cutlet: Smoked pork chop, collard greens, black-eyed peas, and house-made sweet cornbread (New) (Available Feb. 1 through 29) Traditional Pound Cake: Homemade vanilla pound cake (Available Feb. 1 through March 31) This dish is inspired by Proprietor Deborah Davis Pollard’s family recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation. Available at Various Disney Resort Hotel Quick-Service Restaurants (Available Feb. 1 through 29; mobile order available) Country Fried Pork Steak with Herbed Gravy: Fried pork loin with herb cream sauce, fried cabbage sautéed with smoked sausage, and roasted marble potato salad (New); Available at the following locations: World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort Riverside Mill Food Court at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Sous Chefs Anthony Watson and Angie Thomas drew inspiration from generations-old family recipes for this collaboration. The result is a celebration of marinated, smothered, and seasoned meat dishes paired with flavorful sides. Mini Red Velvet Cake: Red velvet cake with cream cheese buttercream (New); Available at the following locations: Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort Riverside Mill Food Court at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Available at Various Disney Resort Hotel Pool Bars, Lounges, and Table-Service Restaurants (Available Feb. 3 through 29) Southern Citrus Twist: Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey, lemon juice, maple syrup, and Hella Cocktail Co. Orange Bitters (New) Inspired by the partnership between Leaders Dougie Williams and Hunter Bernreuter, this cocktail features Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey and celebrates heritage, partnerships, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color products. Magic Kingdom Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies (Available Feb. 1 through March 1; mobile order available) Bananas Foster Shake: Banana milk shake layered with caramelized banana sauce and topped with whipped cream (New) Cinderella’s Royal Table (Currently available) Crab-topped Catch of the Day: Roasted pumpkin-smoked gouda grits, braised greens, and brown butter-Meyer lemon emulsion The Crystal Palace (Available Feb. 1 through March 1) Chicken and Andouille Gumbo: Chicken, andouille sausage, and okra in a traditional gumbo base (New) Golden Oak Outpost (Available Feb. 1 through March 1) Tiana’s Famous Beignets: Light, sweet, and fluffy beignets with strawberry dipping sauce Main Street Bakery (Available Feb. 1 through March 1) Tiana’s Petit Cake: Vanilla chiffon cake, lemon Chantilly, and fresh strawberries topped with a fondant flower and a Tiana chocolate piece (New) Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe (Available Feb. 1 through March 1; mobile order available) Fried Green Tomato BLT Sandwich: Fried green tomato sandwich with lettuce, bacon, and bacon-pimento spread served with house-made chips (New) Sweet Potato Pie topped with toasted marshmallow cream and candied pecans Pinocchio Village Haus (Available Feb. 1 through March 1; mobile order available) Peach Cobbler: Cinnamon panna cotta, peach cobbler, brown sugar streusel, and whipped cream with a Tiana chocolate piece (New) Princess Tiana’s passion for cooking is a generational legacy ignited by her father. Assistant Pastry Chef Tianna Roberson has been making this signature recipe since age ten. Inspired by her grandmother’s recipe, this cherished dish defined her childhood. Passed down through generations, it stands as a beloved family tradition. Plaza Ice Cream Parlor (Available Feb. 1 through March 1) Butter Pecan Praline Sundae: Butter pecan ice cream topped with praline sauce, spiced pecans, and whipped cream (New) The Plaza Restaurant (Available Feb. 1 through March 1) Chicken and Andouille Gumbo: Chicken, andouille sausage, okra, and rice in a traditional gumbo base (New) Tiana’s Petit Cake: Vanilla chiffon cake, lemon Chantilly, and fresh strawberries topped with a fondant flower and a Tiana chocolate piece (New) Disnney’s Animal Kingdom Dino-Bite Snacks (Available Feb. 1 through 29; mobile order available) Peach Cobbler Mini Cake: Vanilla cake, cinnamon-caramel-peach filling, and oat streusel topping served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (New) Inspired from a recipe featured in What Mrs. Fisher Knows About Old Southern Cooking, the first cookbook by an African American author. Abby Fisher started a business in Alabama where she made and sold pickles and preserves. She eventually dictated her own recipes that would later become What Mrs. Fisher Knows About Old Southern Cooking, published in 1881. Flame Tree Barbecue (Available Feb. 1 through 29; mobile order available) Creole Smoked Sausage Sandwich: Creole smoked sausage on a roll with piccadilly relish and stewed black-eyed peas Creole smoked sausage is best credited as the result of pairing the distinct cooking flavors of French and African descendants living in Louisiana during the 18th century. Accompanying our Creole smoked sausage sandwich are black-eyed peas, which are known to be a symbol of prosperity and hope. Pizzafari (Available Feb. 1 through 29; mobile order available) Celebrate Soulfully Cupcake: Vanilla cake with bananas foster jam filling, vanilla buttercream, Joe Gardner half note white chocolate décor, and multicolored crispy pearls In Disney and Pixar’s Soul, Joe Gardner dreams of becoming a great jazz musician. Joe adorns this cupcake as an homage to jazz’s cultural impact. With historical roots, jazz transformed the music industry and brought success to musicians such as Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, and Ella Fitzgerald. Restaurantosaurus (Available Feb. 1 through 29; mobile order available) Celebrate Soulfully Cupcake: Vanilla cake with bananas foster jam filling, vanilla buttercream, Joe Gardner half note white chocolate décor, and multicolored crispy pearls Tiffins Restaurant Shrimp and Grits: South African Mealie Pap with roasted corn and goat cheese, peri-peri shrimp, and green tomato-apple chutney (Currently available) The Ginger Whiskey: A cocktail featuring Uncle Nearest 1856 Whiskey with notes of ginger and brown sugar (Available Feb. 1 through 29) Uncle Nearest Whiskey is both a Black and women-owned and operated business. Begun in 2017, Uncle Nearest Whiskey has become one of the leading whiskey brands in its industry. The brand’s namesake Is Nathan “Nearest” Green, who is believed to have created the Lincoln County Process, a hallmark of Tennessee whiskey, in which whiskey is filtered through sugar-maple charcoal and then aged in charred oak barrels. Green is credited with teaching this technique to Jack Daniel, who hired Green as the first main distiller for the company and on record in the United States. Dawa Bar, Restaurantosaurus Lounge, and Thirsty River Bar (Available Feb. 1 through 29) Pineapple Mint Julep Disney’s Hollywood Studios ABC Commissary (Available Feb. 1 through 29; mobile order available) Gumbo: Chicken, andouille sausage, okra, and seasonings simmered in chicken stock served over rice Hollywood & Vine (Currently available) Poulet Mariné Au Four (Baked Marinated Chicken): Baked chicken marinated in assorted spices served with red peppers, green peppers, and onions Hollywood Scoops (Available Feb. 1 through 29) Mardi Gras Milk Shake: Cinnamon-vanilla milk shake topped with a Mardi Gras king cake doughnut Woody’s Lunch Box (Available Feb. 1 through 29; mobile order available) Sweet Potato Lunch Box Tart with cinnamon-brown sugar icing, toasted marshmallows, and pecans EPCOT The Artist’s Table at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts (Currently available through Feb. 19) Hummingbird Cake: Banana and pecan cake dipped in cream cheese icing with caramel sauce and warm pineapple compote Coral Reef Restaurant (Currently available through March 31) Shrimp and Grits: Cajun-grilled shrimp, seared grit cake, andouille hash, and Cajun emulsion Fife and Drum (Currently available) Half Note Float: Frozen Fanta Wild Cherry, Minute Maid Lemonade, and Fanta Blue Raspberry Slushy with vanilla ice cream and half note white chocolate Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue (Available Feb. 1 through March 31; mobile order available) Banana Pudding Disney Springs Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ (Available Feb. 1 through 29) Charles Woodson Wines’ 2019 Intercept Cabernet Sauvignon The Ganachery (Available Feb. 1 through 29) Cookie Butter Ganache Square: Cookie butter ganache enrobed in dark 65% chocolate (New) This bite was inspired by Chocolatier Cast Member Destiny Hinds, who loves sharing her cookie butter confections with friends. Soulfully Pralines: Pecan pralines covered in dark 65% chocolate Chocolatier Cast Member Sheila Moten drew creative inspiration from Disney and Pixar’s Soulfor the Soulfully Pralines. Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar (Available Feb. 1 through 29) Griot and Pikliz: Epis-marinated fried pork shoulder, fried green plantain, and pikliz (New) Culinary Cast Member Daphnee Vilme Dorcelian draws inspiration from griot, a Haitian fried pork dish that’s a cherished favorite at family gatherings. Marinated in a blend called “epis” with Scotch bonnet, bell peppers, and spices, it is served with fried plantains and “pikliz,” a pickled cabbage slaw. This flavorful and slightly spicy dish is a weekend tradition, bringing a taste of home to the United States and earning praise from Daphnee’s kids as one of their favorites. The Polite Pig (Available Feb. 1 through 29) Pork Belly Diri Kolepwanwa: Sweet and spicy pork belly, diri kolepwanwa (rice and black beans), and onion jalepeño slaw Splitsville Luxury Lanes (Available Feb. 1 through 29) House of Brown 2021 California Red Blend Vivoli il Gelato (Currently available through March 30) Black Girl Magic Float: Float with vanilla gelato and Black Girl Magic wine from the McBride Sisters Wine Company Disneyland Park Troubadour Tavern (Available Feb. 16-18 and 23-25; mobile order available) Fried Chicken Bowl: Spicy honey-glazed fried chicken served with four cheese mac ‘n cheese, smoked turkey collard greens, and sweet potato corn bread Sweet Potato Pie Casserole: Sweet potato-pecan pie (New) River Belle Terrace (Available Feb. 1 through April 1) Brunch Platter: Pancakes, scrambled eggs, biscuit and gravy, and house slaw Dinner Platter: BBQ brisket, fried chicken, buttery mashed potatoes, and biscuit and gravy Cafe Orleans (Available Feb. 1 through April 1) Prix-Fixe Meal with choice of appetizer, deviled eggs and pickled vegetables, gumbo, or Caesar salad with cornmeal fried fish and turtle cheesecake Tiana’s Palace House-filled Beignet featuring lemon ice box pie filling topped with lemon glaze 7 Greens Gumbo with Chicken & Andouille Sausage: White beans, okra, yams, sweet potatoes, and heirloom rice 7 Greens Gumbo: White beans, okra, yams, sweet potatoes, and heirloom rice (Plant-based) Beef Po’boy Sandwich: Slow-cooked beef in gravy dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle, and mayonnaise on a toasted New Orleans French bread and served with red beans and rice and house-made pickles Disney California Adventure Lamplight Lounge and Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining (Currently available) Brown Estate Chaos Theory Red Wine Blend (New) Disneyland Hotel Lobby Lounge (Available Feb. 1 through 29) Shrimp and Grits (New) Sweet Potato Fries Poutine: Sweet potato fries, gravy, and cheese curds (New) Barrel Aged Smoked : Uncle Nearest 1884 Bourbon, turbinado sugar, Angostura Bitters, Peychaud’s Bitters, and a luxury ice cube (New) McBride Sisters Sparkling Rosé (New) Crowns & Hops Pilsner (New) Grand Californian GCH Craftsman Bar, Hearthstone Lounge, and Storytellers Cafe (Available Feb. 1 through March 1) Golden Soul: Uncle Nearest 1884, ginger liqueur, creme de cassis, lime juice, and raspberries Crowns & Hops 8 Trill Pills Downtown Disney Salt & Straw (Available Feb. 1 through 29) Cinnamon & Honey Fried Chicken Ice Cream: In partnership and support of Black-owned business, Ezell’s Famous Chicken out of Washington State, this savory and spicy ice cream is made with fresh croissants, torn into bits, that are then deep-fried with chicken fat until crispy and then churned into salted vanilla ice cream. A touch of cinnamon, splash of honey, and a shake of secret spices gives you a sweet Cajun heat with pleasant pops and crackles If your mouth isn’t watering yet, we advise that you go get checked out. We’ll be sure to keep you updated with more Disney news, including when we TRY some of these snacks, so make sure to follow along for more. Looking for more treats you can get at Disney World in February? Click here! 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 Which of these snacks do you want to try the most? Let us know in the comments! The post Nearly 40 EXCLUSIVE Snacks Are Coming to Disney World Next Month! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you love collecting Loungefly bags like we do, we have just found the merchandise drop for you! Welcome to the Emporium! Hot Topic has released a TON of amazing Disney Loungefly merchandise recently, and we are all over it. We have all the details regarding this newly released merchandise! Let’s look at what’s available. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This is the cutest Winnie The Pooh bag! ©Disney This is a crossbody bag that features Winnie The Pooh floating on a heart-shaped balloon with the cutest cloud strap! Shop on Hot Topic We’re obsessed with this matching mini backpack! ©Disney This bag has matching features to the crossbody with the balloons and cloud pattern on the front. Each balloon features a zipper to put things into the pockets, and you definitely have a ton of space! Shop on Hot Topic This tote bag has so much pixie dust! ©Disney This tote bag features Peter Pan and the Darling children as they fly over the London skyline and comes with a Tinker Bell coin purse! How cute! Shop on Hot Topic Even this backpack is full of magic! © Disney This backpack encapsulates the wonder that Peter Pan delivers. With a leather exterior featuring Peter and the Darling children and a smaller pocket on the face of the bag, it’s perfect for any fan of Peter Pan. Shop on Hot Topic Venture into the forest with this Sleeping Beauty bag! ©Disney This backpack is a stunning purple with embroidered flowers, tons of pockets for storage, and beautifully printed artwork. Once you open up the front two flaps, an image of Aurora and Prince Phillip dancing is revealed! Shop on Hot Topic Gather all of your woodland friends for this Snow White tote! ©Disney This tote bag comes with an apple-shaped coin purse and a velvet exterior to make for a royally perfect accessory for any princess. Shop on Hot Topic Channel your inner cowgirl with Minnie! ©Disney The denim and leather combo paired with the embroidered flowers and fringe gives Minnie everything she needs to be the most stylish cowgirl around. Shop on Hot Topic Saddle up with cowboy Mickey! ©Disney Mickey is the cutest cowboy around with his paisley bandana and smooth leather hat. The details in his belt and denim lining the sides surely make this bag the talk of the town. Shop on Hot Topic If you’re looking for more Disney merchandise news, we’ve got you covered! Click Here For Our BEST Disney Merchandise Finds! The post HURRY! 8 NEW Disney Loungefly Bags Are Online NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

February is Black History Month and to celebrate, the culinary teams at Disney Parks are bringing on the flavor honoring Black heritage and culture.View the full article

We’re seeing quite a bit of construction in Disney World these days. So much construction! From massive makeover projects at the resorts to new restaurants to the addition of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom, there’s quite a bit to look forward to in 2024. But sometimes, construction projects can negatively impact your vacation. And that might be the case with one refurbishment in Magic Kingdom! Several days ago, the Frontierland restrooms near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad were closed due to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure construction. The restrooms are located in the exit queue for the ride that was formerly Splash Mountain. These restrooms JUST reopened on January 23rd, but now another set of facilities is out of commission! Under construction During a recent visit to Magic Kingdom, we noticed that the Pinocchio Village Haus restrooms are now closed! These bathrooms are located right next to the restaurant, serving both the dining location and a large section of Fantasyland. They’re closed! According to the sign on the construction walls, the bathrooms are under refurbishment. If you’re in need of nearby facilities, your best options will be the restrooms near Gaston’s Tavern, the Tangled-themed restrooms next to “it’s a small world,” or the restrooms next to Cheshire Cafe. Informational sign We’ll keep you updated if any other facilities go under refurbishment in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB. We’ve got all the tips for navigating the parks! Click Here to See Our List of BEST Bathrooms! 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 Which Magic Kingdom bathrooms are your favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post Another Set of Bathrooms Has CLOSED in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re getting SO CLOSE to the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney World! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Disney previously said this new ride would open in “late 2024,” but recent announcements have omitted the “late” language and just left “2024,” leaving us to think it could open sooner rather than later! Now, NEW merchandise themed to the ride has popped up in Disney World, which just gets us even more excited! On January 23rd, we spotted not one but TWO souvenirs that are themed to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure! The first is this new pin at Frontier Trading Post. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Pin The pin shows Tiana’s tiara on a purple pillow. The tiara is studded with green gems. The card inside the package has concept art pictures themed to Tiana’s story along with the logo for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. You can get it for $17.99. Frontier Trading Post The next item we spotted was this new popcorn bucket! On the part of the bucket that’s themed to Magic Kingdom, you’ll see Princess Tiana herself along with the water tower that’s located at the ride. See the water tower? Here’s a look at that water tower! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure This popcorn bucket costs $13 and is available at various popcorn stands throughout the parks. So far, we’ve seen it at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. IT’S SO CUTE Disney has shared that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will pick up the story of The Princess and the Frog “after the final kiss,” and guests will “join Princess Tiana and Louis on a musical adventure – featuring some of the powerful music from the film – as they prepare for their first-ever Mardi Gras performance.” Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Concept Art ©Disney So, what exactly DOES happen “after the final kiss”? Well, when the film itself ends, Princess Tiana makes her dream come true when she opens her very own restaurant, Tiana’s Palace (just like the one that opened in Disneyland last year)! ©Disney The story of the attraction, as Disney shares, picks up during New Orleans’ Carnival season, and Tiana is hosting a Mardi Gras Party for the people of New Orleans — the community that has supported her successful restaurant. (The storyline is set about a year after the movie.) But Tiana realized that the party is missing a key ingredient and she needs help finding it! ©Disney Tiana’s Bayou Adventure concept art So visitors will join Tiana to help locate the missing ingredient! Disney Imagineers have shared that guests will be active participants coming along with Tiana on this adventure! “On Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, we’ll join Tiana and Louis on a trip to the bayou, where they meet all sorts of unexpected new friends who have a special role to play at the party.” Click here for more details about the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ride! Stay tuned to DFB, and we’ll be sure to let you know about any other updates we spot! Click here to see the height requirement for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure! 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 Are you excited for this new ride? Let us know in the comments! The post Y'ALL! The FIRST Tiana's Bayou Adventure Ride Souvenirs Are in Disney World Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney food has always been our obsession, but we have acquired a new fascination — McDonald’s Happy Meal toys. McDonald’s Happy Meal We collected tons of the Disney100 Happy Meal toys, grabbed a Squishmallow toy, and picked up a Kerwin Frost Box for a nuggie buddy! We have become fans of the red and yellow kids’ meals (because, you know, food), but even more fixated on the cute little toys that come in them. Now that the Squishmallow toys have left the boxes, what has replaced them?! We didn’t think they could make a Happy Meal toy cuter than the Squishmallows. The Hamburgler Squishmallow But it appears that McDonald’s might have done just that! The newest Happy Meal toy theme is “Adopt Me!” You can get one of six animal friends including a penguin, chipmunk, puppy, unicorn, lion, and dragon! ©McDonald’s Not only are these little guys adorable, they are customizable! When you open the box it comes in, you get a booklet, sticker sheet, info card, and the animal itself. ©McDonald’s You can use the stickers to decorate your new animal buddy AND you can open them up to spin their eyes around to pick different emotion eyes! He’s so stinking cute! ©McDonald’s Each of the animals comes with unique stickers and multiple eye options. You can make each one all your own! While we realize we’re adults, the videos on the McDonald’s Happy Meal website may have convinced us we need all six of them. ©McDonald’s We never know how long these fun toys will be around, so head to McDonald’s soon to start “adopting” your new toy pet! For more McDonald’s updates, keep following DFB! WHY Does McDonald’s Coke Just Taste BETTER? The Fast Food Giant Finally Spilled Their Secret. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which animal do you hope to “adopt?” Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Happy Meal Toys Are Available NOW at McDonald's! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is magical and awesome and all things good. Cinderella Castle But it’s also a place where some pretty disgusting things happen. Trust us, we’re in Disney World every single day, and there are a few super gross things that we bear witness to on the regular. We’re here to share with you those super gross things, just to give you something to think about the next time you choose to leave your hand sanitizer at home. Let’s talk about it! Here are 10 of the super disgusting things that happen in Disney World every single day. 1. Kids Spread Germs Here, There, and Everywhere Every day, we watch children sneeze, cough, chew on, spit on, and lick random things at Disney World. Dumbo Chains? Chomp. Handle bars? Cough. The calf of the person in front of you? Slurp. Yes. That happened to one of our team members. While it’s super awesome to see the little kiddos experiencing all Disney World has to offer, we always keep our hand sanitizer close by in case we do need to touch handrails or any other surface that might have lots of germs on it. 2. Code V A Code V is Cast Member language for when someone tosses their cookies. Yep, it’s vomit. Sunset Boulevard It happens every single day. Someone out there has hurled all over your favorite attraction and you don’t even know it. Luckily, Cast Members clean it up and sanitize everything, but it’s still not super fun to think about. 3. Code H A Code H is even worse. It’s Cast Member language for when someone poops on a ride. Or is changing a diaper and gets poo all over a surface. Slinky Dog Dash OR when a parent throws a dirty diaper into a ride queue. It’s hard to believe it, but this happens regularly enough that Cast Members needed a name for it. 4. 5-Second Rule Each day, we see grown adults utilize the five-second rule at Disney World. Don’t eat off the floor! Yep. We watch someone drop food and then pick it right back up and eat it. Listen, we know that the Disney World food is pricy, but please don’t eat off the ground. 5. Cooling Towel Mildew Let us give you some advice. When using cooling towels, you should really let them dry before you stuff them in your bag. Let them dry! Otherwise, you’ll walk around smelling like mildew. It’s not pleasant for those around you. We have to smell this smell every single day in the parks. Ugh! Bring a clip to attach the towel to your bag so it’s not stuffed inside, or you can bring along a Ziploc bag to keep that smell locked up tight. 6. PDA We see more PDA in Disney World than we did in high school, and that’s really saying something. Mickey and Minnie! PLEASE. Don’t make us all bear witness to your love and affection when we’re all just trying to get on Soarin’. 7. Making Anything and Everything a Changing Table Listen, folks. If you need to change your kid’s diaper, there are lots of changing tables available in the nearest restroom. There are also Baby Care Centers in each of the parks that’ll work as well! Changing Tables The quick service table, ride queue, and top of the trash can aren’t ideal places for a diaper change. Unfortunately, we see this happen all the time! 8. Barefoot Rainy Day Adventures Almost every time it rains, we see someone take off their shoes and go barefoot so that their shoes don’t get wet. Keep those shoes on, folks. This doesn’t affect us at all, so maybe we should mind our own business. But those poor feet! You’re gonna get the Mickey Mouse version of athlete’s foot. Poor unfortunate soles. 9. Trash Can Dining We’ll admit it. We’ve done this. But we didn’t like it. A prime dining spot for many Sometimes, you’ve gotta do what you’ve gotta do and use the top of a trash can as a table. When there aren’t any tables available close by, sometimes this seems like the only option! However, we don’t want to think about all the germs hanging out right next to our food. 10. Being Mean to Cast Members Sadly, one of the most common disgusting things we see is folks being mean to Cast Members. Cast Members creating magic How sad! These folks show up each and every day to help make vacations magical. Show some kindness and understanding! They’re human, too. Whew! That’s enough yuck for one post. We’ll be sure to keep you updated with more Disney news, so make sure to follow along for more so that you never miss a thing. Looking for more unfortunate things? Click here to check out the worst Disney World restaurants 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’s the grossest thing YOU’VE ever seen at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post 10 Disgusting Things That Happen in Disney World Every Single Day first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney just announced that a NEW quick service restaurant is coming to Downtown Disney: Tiendita. ©Disney The new eatery will be located at Disneyland Resort’s center for shopping and dining, and it’s a sister restaurant to Paseo and Céntrico (two other new restaurants coming soon). Here’s a quick look at EVERYTHING we know about this new spot! Location Tiendita is located at Downtown Disney in Disneyland Resort. It’ll be on the west side of Downtown Disney, in the same area where Paseo and Céntrico will be. Paseo and Centrico construction Paseo and Céntrico have taken over the space where Catal and UVA Bar used to be. Catal construction If you head to this spot now, you’ll see construction walls up around the building with announcements about the new restaurants! Menu The menu for Tiendita will be created by Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán (the same chef who’s creating the menus for Paseo and Céntrico). Chef Gaytán is from Mexico and plans to “offer guests a multi-sensory journey to the heart of [his] homeland.” ©Tzuco Tiendita will feature “Chef Gaytán’s Mexican heritage flavors on-the-go, with quick-service Mexican street-food staples.” Restaurant Style Tiendita is a quick-service restaurant, meaning you won’t be seated by a host or order your food from a server. Usually, at Disney’s quick-service restaurants, you order your food at a counter, pick it up, and then seat yourself. The concept art that Disney shared seems to show that counter. There’s a menu above it that says, “Order here, pick up inside.” It sounds like you’ll go up to that counter, order from the menu, and then go around back to the pick-up window that you can spot in the background. We don’t know yet whether seating will be available inside. ©Disney Paseo will be a full restaurant, with the dining room located upstairs. ©Disney Céntrico will be a courtyard bar and restaurant that offers a “high-end Mexican-inspired small plate menu” along with “tequila-based cocktails.” Opening Timeline Disney confirmed that Paseo and Céntrico will be opening in the Spring of 2024, so we are fairly certain that Tiendita will open around the same time. However, Tiendita was announced in January 2024, whereas Paseo and Céntrico were announced in April 2022, so it’s possible that the quick service location is on a delayed timeline. We’ll be watching for confirmation on this spot’s opening date! Downtown Disney We’re always on the lookout for Disney updates, especially about new restaurants like these ones! Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news. Click here to learn more about the restaurants in Downtown Disney. 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 Are you excited about these new restaurants? Let us know in the comments! The post Everything We Know About Disney's NEW Fast Food Restaurant -- Tiendita first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Planning a visit to Disney World soon? There are LOTS of changes happening that might surprise you. Magic Kingdom Disney just rolled out a ton of park updates, there’s lots of construction happening at the hotels including Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, and Splash Mountain is being transformed into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure! It’s a lot to keep up with and Disney isn’t stopping anytime soon! We’re taking another look at recently filed permits for Disney World to get an idea of what sort of work may be going on around the property — here’s what we found this time around. Magic Kingdom Good news, friends! We’ve got some movement on the Country Bear Jamboree retheme. The show will close on January 27th, 2024, for refurbishment, and it’ll reopen with the updated show this summer. And, we spotted a new permit for these changes! Country Bear Jamboree Disney Imagineering filed a Notice of Commencement with the description to “Install A/V equipment” at the attraction. While it doesn’t get any more specific than that, we do know the retheme will include new Disney songs along with some reinterpreted ones. Either way, we’ll be keeping an eye out for updates! REMINDER: A Classic Disney World Attraction Is CLOSING in ONE WEEK! Another Magic Kingdom permit was filed recently — but this one is for changes to the First Aid station! Magic Kingdom First Aid Center The work appears to be to “Provide labor, material, and/or electrical for construction.” We haven’t seen any changes over here just yet but we’ll update you if that changes! Animal Kingdom Over in Animal Kingdom, we spotted a new permit for the Harambe Theater, where the “Festival of the Lion King” is performed. Festival of the Lion King From what we can tell, this may be the beginning of an even bigger project based on the description of the permit. It was filed to provide labor, material, and/or electrical for construction — but we haven’t seen any of that hit the parks yet. We’ve Gotta Share Some Bad News About Disney’s Animal Kingdom Hollywood Studios Another Disney World theater is getting an update, but this time over in Hollywood Studios! At the end of 2024, we learned that “Voyage of the Little Mermaid” would be replaced with a NEW show — “The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure”. It looks like Disney is preparing to get started with these changes as two new permits have been filed for this theater. Voyage of the Little Mermaid The first is to “Provide labor, material, and/or electrical for construction,” while the second permit is for “General construction.” Unfortunately, that’s about as specific as these permits get and we’ll most likely just have to wait until we start seeing signs of changes! Learn More About the NEW Little Mermaid Show Here The Indiana Jones Theater could also soon see some construction according to a new permit that was filed. The description is to “Provide labor, material, and/or electrical for construction,” though we haven’t noticed any work being done in the parks just yet. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular And finally, Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano might be getting a refresh! A general construction permit has been filed for this Italian eatery. Disney hasn’t made any sort of announcements about potential closures, but we’ll keep an eye out for updates. See Our Latest Review of Mama Melrose’s Here Stay tuned to DFB for the latest looks at changes coming to Disney World and more! Disney Is Being VERY SNEAKY With These Disney Dining Plan Snacks DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! When are you heading to Disney World next? Tell us in the comments! The post NEW Permits Filed for Country Bear Jamboree and New Little Mermaid Show in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are few Disney World souvenirs as iconic as the popcorn bucket. Who else loves popcorn buckets? Whether or not you grab whatever regular refillable bucket is available at the time OR you just can’t stop yourself from grabbing those adorable specialty popcorn buckets, these are great souvenirs that you can use again and again. They make for great park accessories, score you discounted popcorn refills for the length of your trip, and they even make great shelf decor or popcorn buckets at home. If you keep up with all things corny at Disney World (Not as corny as that joke, huh?), we have a new popcorn bucket to show you! We noticed an all-NEW popcorn bucket at Disney World! This new design features all sorts of fan-favorite characters. It’s $13 and available at various popcorn stands throughout the parks. So far, we’ve seen it at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. IT’S SO CUTE On one side, you have the Toy Story aliens, Moana, Tower of Terror, and Spaceship Earth. One side! On the other side, you’ll see Princess Tiana, Simba, the Tree of Life, and Cinderella Castle. The other side! We absolutely love this bucket sheerly because it’s so different to what we’ve seen lately! This is such a fun breath of fresh air after seeing the 50th anniversary popcorn buckets and the 100th anniversary popcorn buckets. This follows another super fun popcorn bucket we saw a bit earlier this month. Another one we’ve seen this year! Disney, please never stop with these colorful popcorn buckets. We love them. We’ll continue to keep you all in the loop with more Disney news, so make sure to follow along so that you never miss a thing. Looking for more souvenirs we’re loving this year? Click here! 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 the new popcorn bucket? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT! There's a NEW Popcorn Bucket in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Walt Disney Animation Studio is constantly innovating and creating new and exciting movies and shows! With the introduction of Disney+, we frequently see new additions to the Disney catalog that appeal to many different audiences. Iwaju ©Disney Disney is releasing an exclusive new show to Disney+ entitled Iwájú, an original animated series that is set in a futuristic Lagos, Nigeria. The coming-of-age series follows Tola, a young girl from a wealthy part of the Island, and her self-taught tech expert best friend Kole. It centers around their adventures as they discover the secrets and dangers that are hidden in their different worlds. ©Disney | Kugali The series is a collaboration with the entertainment company Kugali, as their filmmakers — including director Olufikayo Ziki Adeola, production designer Hamid Ibrahim, and cultural consultant Toluwalakin Olowofoyeku — take viewers on a beautiful journey into the world of Iwájú! The series is produced by Disney Animation’s Christina Chen with a screenplay by Adeola and Halima Hudson and features the voices of Dayo Okeniyi, Femi Branch, Siji Soetan, and more! ©Disney This series debuts exclusively on Disney+ on February 28th, 2024! We are so excited for this to come out and to be able to experience this magical new world. For More Disney+ News, Click Here! 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 Are you looking forward to this Disney+ show? Let us know in the comments! The post Exclusive NEW Disney+ Series To Debut SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re going to Disney World, you’ll need some Minnie ears to wear in the parks! It’s basically mandatory to pair ears with your outfit. But here’s the thing — those ear headbands will cost you at least $34.99 if you buy them in Disney World. So take our advice and get them online before your trip. There is no such thing as too many ears We just found a bunch of super cute Minnie ear headbands for UNDER $10 on Amazon! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Some of these items are Amazon Prime-eligible, which means Prime members get faster, free shipping! Don’t have Prime? Don’t sweat it. You can sign up now for a FREE trial! Alright, time to dive into these ears (that’s not a sentence we ever thought we’d write)! Get the Sequin Minnie Ears Set ©Amazon This is one of the best deals we found, because you can get TWO Minnie ear headbands for under $10 total! ©Amazon One of the ears is light blue with snowflakes and a white bow, and the other is lavender with a pink bow. Both are covered in sequins! Shop on Amazon Get the Pearl Minnie Ears Headband ©Amazon These ears were some of the prettiest that we spotted online. They’re made of a black, velvety material that’s covered in pearls, which are of course arranged in Mickey shapes. ©Amazon There’s a black bow in the middle. These ears could match just about any outfit! Shop on Amazon Get the Classic Minnie Ears Headband ©Amazon You can’t go wrong with a classic design! These black velvety ears are decorated with Minnie’s iconic red bow with white polka dots. ©Amazon There are lots of other Minnie ear designs to choose from here, but we love having this iconic design in our collection. Shop on Amazon Get the Rapunzel Minnie Ears Headband ©Amazon Fans of Disney’s Tangled need to see these Rapunzel-inspired ears! ©Amazon The ears are lavender with a yellow sun design on each one, and there’s a pink bow in the middle. The fabric is all covered in sequins, too. Shop on Amazon Get the Minnie Ear Scrunchies Set ©Amazon If you’re not into ear headbands, there’s still a way for you to show off your love for Minnie — You can grab these Minnie ear scrunchies instead! The set comes with two scrunchies. One has a solid red bow, and the other has a red bow with white polka dots on it. Shop on Amazon Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on the best Disney merchandise deals! Check out our DFB Amazon storefront here!The post We're Shocked That You Can Get This Disney World Essential on Amazon for Under ! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re getting closer and closer each day to the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney World! ©Disney While we still don’t have an official opening date, we do know the ride will open sometime this year. At first, Disney shared a “late 2024” projected date, but we have our suspicions the ride may be opening up sooner than we originally thought. In fact, Disney just revealed an important piece of information about the ride — let’s get into it! Disney World has updated the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure page on their website, and it has revealed an important piece of information about the ride — the height requirement! This was previously unknown, but now we can confirm that the ride will have the same restrictions that Splash Mountain did. Progress on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure According to the Disney World website, the height requirement for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will be 40 inches or 102 centimeters! This means older kiddos should have no problem riding with their parents. Little ones will have to stay behind until they meet that listed height! ©Disney This is just another sign that Tiana’s could be opening even sooner than Disney originally announced. The ride is projected to open in late 2024 in both Disney World and Disneyland — at least according to the original announcement. But, we’ve been seeing signs that Tiana’s could open even earlier than anticipated — at least in Disney World. But, in a recent blog post, Disney removed the word “late” and stated that the ride is just opening in 2024. With Disney typically being pretty specific about their use of language, we can’t help but think this may be a good sign. Look at the details! As far as the ride construction goes, well, we think we’ve spotted some good signs over there too. Disney recently started adding all the incredible and lush foliage to the exterior of the ride which we had previously seen in the concept art. It’s hard to tell there was ever even another ride here with how much they’ve added! Foliage and lanterns Stay tuned to DFB as we bring you more news about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and the latest updates from Disney World! How Close Is Tiana’s Bayou Adventure to Opening? Check Out These 2 Big Updates! 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 Will you be riding Tiana’s Bayou Adventure when it opens? Tell us in the comments. The post CONFIRMED: Tiana's Bayou Adventure Height Requirement Revealed for Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready for 2024? We know we are…because NEW things are coming to the Disney World hotels! Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is getting a new Disney Vacation Club tower, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is getting some serious updates, and Disney’s BoardWalk Inn is getting The Cake Bake Shop restaurant. But that’s not all that’s coming to the BoardWalk — and we’re here to report on another change! A while back, it was announced that Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs would replace BoardWalk To-Go at Disney’s BoardWalk. Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs already has a location in Disneyland Resort at Downtown Disney, but this would be its first spot in Disney World. ©Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs We’ve been watching construction on the small snack stand ever since, and this week we noticed a big change! For reference, here’s what the snack stand looked like on Monday, January 15th… What it looked like last week …and here’s what it looked like as of Monday, January 22nd! The sign for BoardWalk To-Go has been removed, and construction workers have started painting the top of the building. It’s been updated! This means we’re one step closer to the grand opening of this new location! We can’t wait to try ALL the corn dogs. Stay tuned to DFB for more news about this upcoming snack stand! Click Here to Learn More About This New Snack Stand! 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 The post We’re One Step Closer to the Opening of Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Y’all, our wish has finally come true! Wish at Walt Disney Presents! To be honest, it’s one we didn’t even know that we had. We loved the music from Disney’s newest animated film Wish. It truly felt like it was a love letter to Disney’s Animation Studios and filled our hearts with so much joy. Well, Disney released something NEW from the film — and we have to talk about it. Disney shared a song that was deleted from Wish with USA Today. This song is complete with film animation, so as you listen to it, you can watch the actual scene from the film too — which we think is pretty cool. A poster for ‘Wish’! This song is titled “A Wish Worth Making” and is sung by the character Saba Sabino, who is voiced by Victor Garber. Click here to listen to the song. The scene takes place with Saba surrounded by his family, strumming his guitar and singing this heartfelt song. Hey, Asha! This song is all about what wishes are worth making, as the title implies. It is also filled with the idea of what people dream about and that no matter what your place is in this world, your dreams are worth dreaming. Wish! This song had us in our feels, but we loved every second of it. Take a listen to it here! ©Disney We’re on the lookout for Disney news all the time, so keep checking in with us to see what we find next! The 32(!!) Remakes, Reboots, and Sequel Movies in the Works at Disney Right Now 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 did you think of the movie Wish? Let us know in the comments below! The post Disney Just Released a Deleted Song from ‘Wish’ — Please Excuse Us While We Grab a Tissue. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article