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We’re back in the World of Frozen in Hong Kong Disneyland today! Arendelle Castle We’ve been able to visit the shops, ride the rides, and see the shows. But one of the most important things we’ve gotten to do with our time in Arendelle is try the food! We made our way over to the brand-new treat shop to taste some “frozen” snacks and we weren’t disappointed. We stopped by Northern Delights to try a couple of their sweet, ice-cream treats. Northern Delights is the village’s go-to for all the delectable desserts. You can find a wide variety of options here such as cupcakes and of course chocolate. When we went, we tried the Coronation Sundae and the Summer Snow Day soft-serve. Kristoff in front of Northern Delights, World of Frozen We first tried the Coronation Sundae which is a light milk soft-serve sundae on elderflower-flavored slush (Served in “Frozen”-themed cup)! Coronation Sundae Our first impression of this sundae was that it is VERY cute! The themed bowl is very pretty and adds to the fun. The elderflower slush was super floral with lots of flavor. Overall, we thought it was nice and sweet. If you’re not a fan of floral flavors, you may want to skip this. However, the floral notes of the slush pair together really nicely with the soft serve. Northern Delights Then we tried the adorable Summer Snow Day soft serve. This is a vanilla soft-serve shaped like Olaf with a marshmallow for his head. The buttons are also a sweet candy, potentially marshmallows, and his arms are, you guessed it, chocolate! Summer Snow Day soft-serve This ice cream treat was delicious! The flavor is almost like a sweetened condensed milk and the marshmallow head was nice and chewy. We noticed that this Olaf would NOT do well in summer as it was melting rather quickly. The themed cone was our favorite part, except it was pretty thin on top and didn’t help a whole lot with the melting problem. But overall, we really enjoyed this treat! Hi, Olaf! Take a closer peak at this adorable snowman below! Northern Delights turned out to be a very cute and delicious sweet spot in the new World of Frozen. It is so adorable inside! YUM! It is definitely a must-stop shop for your days in the Frozen land. We can’t wait to try even more snacks while we’re here! In the meantime, be sure to keep following DFB for more Disney news! We’re Live From ARENDELLE!! Come See Disney’s NEW World of Frozen! 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 visiting the World of Frozen? Let us know in the comments! 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 Hong Kong Disneyland to preview World of Frozen before the official opening date. 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: These Treats Will Convince You That You HAVE To Visit Disney's NEW 'Frozen' Land! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s official — Fantasmic! will be returning to Disneyland in 2024! Fantasmic! at Disneyland Resort You can catch this show currently in Disney World, but after an unexpected fire destroyed the Maleficent dragon animatronic in Disneyland, the show has been indefinitely closed while they revamp the design. Now that it’s been announced the show is returning, remember that these two things will be very different when the show returns. The Dragon Won’t Be Returning, And Neither Will Some of The Fire The dragon was destroyed in the fire, and Disney has decided to permanently retire the dragon from the West Coast park’s show. This means that there will be no Maleficient Dragon animatronic in any form when the show returns. The Maleficent dragon animatronic However, since it was fire that caused the animatronic’s demise, it’s also fair to assume that there will be much less fire used in the show than before. Especially since said dragon will not be around to breathe the fire. Did we mention there was LOTS of fire before? It’s a bummer for sure that we won’t see the dragon return, but what’s most important is the safety of the Cast Members performing in the show and working behind the scenes, and we are looking forward to seeing what Disney comes up with instead! The Ending Fight Scene Will Be Different With no Maleficient dragon to battle, Sorcerer Mickey will be finding a new way to complete the battle and close out the show. Fantasmic! in Disneyland Now, don’t misunderstand us — the battle at the end of the show is still happening, but we’ll be seeing the two characters battle it out in a different way. One that doesn’t include a massive electronic dragon, at least. Fantasmic! in Disneyland Could we see projections? Perhaps a flame-resistant dragon statue, or one that doesn’t move like the Expedition Everest Yeti in his eternal B mode? We don’t know yet, but we’re looking forward to hearing more details soon and seeing it for ourselves next year. Fantasmic! We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disneyland news, so stay tuned to DFB! These are the 8 most chaotic moments that have ever happened in Disney World! 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 are you hoping to see in the new version of Fantasmic? Tell us in the comments! The post 2 Things That Will Be DIFFERENT About Disney's 'Fantasmic!' When It Returns in 2024 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time for a movie night! Disney+ Billboard It’s getting pretty chilly outside, which means all we want to do is curl up on the couch with a comfy blanket, a mug of hot cocoa, and some great movies. To get ready for our movie marathon, let’s check out everything new coming to Disney+ in December! Check out the full list here! Friday, December 1 Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny ©Lucasfilm The Shepherd Timeless Heroes: Indiana Jones & Harrison Ford Saturday, December 2 Doctor Who: Wild Blue Yonder Tuesday, December 5 Dancing with the Stars (Season 32) ©ABC | Dancing with the Stars Isabel Preysler, My Christmas (Spanish Original) Wednesday, December 6 The Ghost and Molly McGee: White Christmess/Perfect Day (S2, 1 episode) SuperKitties (S1, 3 episodes) Villains of Valley View: A Very Villain Christmas (S2, 1 episode) The Santa Clauses (Season 2 Finale) ©Disney Soundtrack #2 (Korean Original, two-episode premiere) Friday, December 8 The Mission Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever ©Disney Saturday, December 9 Doctor Who: The Giggle Monday, December 11 Science Fair: The Series (Complete Season 1) Tuesday, December 12 Dancing with the Stars (Season 32 Finale) ©ABC Wednesday, December 13 The Curse of Oak Island (S2, 10 episodes) Dance Moms (Complete Seasons 3-6 and 8) Kiff (S1, 3 episodes) Mickey Mouse Funhouse (S3, 4 episodes) PJ Masks: Power Heroes Music Videos (Shorts) (S1, 5 episodes) PJ Masks: Power Heroes (S1, 5 episodes) Soundtrack #2 (Korean Original, episodes 3 and 4) Friday, December 15 CMA Country Christmas Special Wednesday, December 20 Hailey’s On It!: We Wish You a Merry Chaos-mas (S1, 1 episode) Pupstruction (S1, 4 episodes) Percy Jackson and the Olympians (2-episode premiere) Soundtrack #2 (Korean Original, episodes 5 and 5) Chip ‘n’ Dale: Park Life (Season 2, special Christmas episode) (UK Original) Friday, December 22 Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” Season 2 premiere Saturday, December 23 Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” Season 2, Ep. 2 Sunday, December 24 Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” Season 2, Ep. 3 ©Marvel Monday, December 25 Doctor Who Holiday Special: The Church on Ruby Road Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” Season 2, Ep. 4 Tuesday, December 26 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” Season 2, Ep. 5 Wednesday, December 27 Me & Winnie the Pooh (S1, 9 episodes) Playdate with Winnie the Pooh (Shorts) (S1, 11 episodes) Rewind the ’90s (S1, 10 episodes) Percy Jackson and the Olympians Episode 3 ©Disney Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” Season 2, Ep. 6 Thursday, December 28 Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” Season 2, Ep. 7 Friday, December 29 Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” Season 2, Ep. 8 Saturday, December 30 Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” Season 2, Ep. 9 Be sure to tune into your favorites — and don’t forget to keep an eye on DFB for the latest Disney news! A New Pixar Series Has Been Delayed on Disney+ DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite Disney+ series? Let us know in the comments. The post FULL LIST of Everything Coming to Disney+ in December first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Universal Orlando Resort has announced their 2024 Freedom Pass, a special year-long pass for military families for one low price! The Universal Orlando Resort has continued their Special Military Tickets called the Freedom Pass for 2024. Freedom Passes are “Unlimited Use Tickets” that are sort of like a Universal Annual Pass, but without the other […] The post The 2024 Universal Orlando Resort Freedom Pass appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

We’ve been waiting for what seems like FOREVER to venture overseas to Hong Kong Disneyland to check out the world’s first EVER fully Frozen-themed land: World of Frozen. World of Frozen Y’all. It is gorgeous. It is truly one of the most magical things we have ever experienced. We’ve shopped for souvenirs, we rode the world’s first Frozen-themed roller coaster, and we even got to meet some fan-favorite characters from the film. While we expected some characters to be there, we did run into other… unexpected ones. Let’s talk about it! So. Let us set the scene. We were minding our own business. Walking through Arendelle. When all of a sudden. We saw the cutest, most adorable, most heartwarming thing we’ve ever seen in our whole entire lives. Arendelle WE SAW A BABY TROLL. Yes, just like the ones you’ll find in the Frozen films. Baby Troll Yes, during certain times of the day, you’ll be able to catch a World of Frozen Cast Member carrying around an adorable little troll in a wicker basket. HE’S SO CUTE How do we sign up for this job? We don’t even care if she’s heavy. We’ll get biceps AND the privilege of carrying around this gal, and that sounds like a GREAT gig to us. Hehe We’ll continue to keep you all updated with more Disney news, so make sure to follow along for more so that you never miss a thing. Looking for even MORE stuff to experience at World of Frozen? 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 baby troll? Let us know in the comments! 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 Hong Kong Disneyland to attend their media preview of World of Frozen. 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 You Can Meet a BABY TROLL in Disney’s New Land and the Internet Is LOVING IT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When you go to Disney World, how do you get there? Do you plan on flying to Disney World? We bet a lot of you would probably answer that question by saying, “by flying,” which is why we like to keep you updated on airfare deals that can save you money on a trip to Orlando. Well, we’ve now got an early Black Friday deal to share with you that could save you TONS of money on your next Disney World trip. Frontier Airlines just launched an early Black Friday deal where you can save BIG on its Go Wild pass. You can now grab the pass for just $499, which gets you an unlimited number of flights between May 1st, 2024, and April 30th, 2025 on Frontier Airlines. You’ll also get special advanced access and exclusive offers for Frontier flights. ©Frontier Airlines Even better, you’ll also get FREE Elite Silver Status with this deal. Elite Silver status gets you free seat assignments, zero change or cancellation fees, 12 x miles on every dollar spent with Frontier, and more! Plus you can use the Elite status for free checked bags. It’s a win-win! Frontier Plane at the Orlando Airport You will need to grab this deal before November 28th, though, so if you want to fly to Disney World a few times in the next year (or anywhere else), this could save you a lot of money in the long run. If you’re planning on traveling during the holiday season, Frontier is also currently running a deal on its Fall and Winter Pass for September 2nd, 2023 through February 29th, 2024 for $299. We’ll keep an eye out for more airfare deals to help you save money on your next Disney World trip, so check back with AllEars again soon. Orlando Airport Is Giving You a Free Pass to BREAK THE RULES — And Here’s Why You Should 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 grabbing this deal? Let us know in the comments! The post You Can Get UNLIMITED Flights for a YEAR on One Airline for 9 Right NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

EPCOT is home to over 60 dining options. EPCOT You can dine in one of the 11 World Showcase pavilions or grab a quick snack at a kiosk. Dining packages are available for shows or you can dine with beloved characters. It can probably be said that there is something for almost anyone in this Disney World park. If you’re looking to dine in outer space, that is even an option (with some imagination from Disney Imagineers). And now, you can get very special limited-edition collectibles while you’re dining 220 miles above Earth. Space 220 is a restaurant that you enter in EPCOT and then find your table in orbit 220 miles above Earth. Now, the out-of-this-world dining location has announced the release of brand new limited-edition culinary-inspired cards. The cards “celebrate food and beverage innovation with artful illustrations paired with insightful space trivia.” Space 220 While these are cool because they are a limited-edition collectible, what makes them even more special is that they are hand delivered by the restaurant’s Executive Chef Marc Kusche during his daily table visits. These souvenirs cannot be purchased; receiving one from the chef is the ONLY way to receive one. We’ve seen cards handed out here before, but these are an all-new series! ©Disney Individuals dining at Space 220 will be randomly selected to receive a card from the chef. This will be a limited-run series with this set of cards being the first in a multiple release of the series that will be handed out over the next year. Each set will include new artwork and trivia. ©Disney Patina Restaurant Group Marketing Director, Kyle Collins stated, “The culinary cards have been developed as another surprise and delight to further enhance the guest experience at Space 220 at Epcot. From exemplary service and chef-led menus to bold flavors, inventive beverages, and stunning interior design, a visit to any of Patina Restaurant Group’s venues should be a fully immersive experience that leaves a lasting impression. Acting as a symbol of our team’s gratitude for our guests choosing to dine with us, these cards are hand-selected gifts by Executive Chef Marc exclusively made for Space 220 Restaurant. We take pride in the exceptional level of detail and care that has gone into creating these cards as we know they are worthy of our Disney guests.” Let’s go to Space 220! If you’re planning to eat at Space 220 over the next year, keep your eyes out for Executive Chef Marc Kusche and you may get a special surprise! In the meantime, keep following DFB for more Disney news! PHOTOS and REVIEW: We Ate EVERYTHING on the Lunch Menu at Space 220 in Disney World! Are you planning a meal at Space 220? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Announces NEW Limited-Edition Collectibles at an EPCOT Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sometimes you have to arrive at your Disney World Hotel in the middle of the night, and that’s okay. Polynesian Village Resort When you go to do pre-check-in on the app, Disney will ask you around what time you think you’ll arrive so they can be prepared for you. It can be adjusted any time before you actually arrive, and you can count on someone always being at the front desk at all hours of the day and night. But there are a few problems with arriving late to your hotel room that you should know about. Fewer Cast Members Available While you will absolutely have someone at the front desk if you need help checking in or have issues with your room, there are fewer Cast Members around at night than during the day. Disney’s Beach Club Resort This means that it may take a little longer to get problems resolved, or you may need to wait longer at the front desk for someone to be available if multiple people are checking in ahead of you. We know you’re tired from traveling, but it’s important to stay patient! You’ll Need To Be As Quiet As Possible While you’re moving into your room in the middle of the night, everyone else around you is asleep, so you’ll want to be as quiet as possible when you’re getting yourself settled. Finding Nemo Room This can be hard not only when you’re carrying lots of luggage (hello squeaky wheels), but also if you have kids with you. Whether they’re wide awake and excited or are upset because they’re tired and aren’t in bed yet, it can be hard to keep everyone quiet. Everyone’s Cranky Let’s face it — it’s the middle of the night, everyone’s tired from not sleeping (or trying to sleep on a plane or car), and that means you’re much more prone to being cranky. Fort Wilderness As hard as you might try to avoid it, everyone’s fuse gets a little short when they’re tired. So if you know you’re going to be checking in late, make sure you’ve got everything in place and prepared ahead of time as much as you can so you don’t spend more time than necessary checking in and getting in your room. The Morning Is Fast Approaching If you don’t go to bed until 12:30AM or 1AM, your family may be getting up in 5 hours to hit the parks bright and early, and that may be a disaster. Art of Animation And if it’s not you, families around your hotel room will likely be doing the same thing, and those Disney walls are THIN. So we recommend bringing some earplugs or a sound machine with you to help you sleep past the ruckus going on around you. Little To No Transportation If by some miracle you arrive late and want to hit the BoardWalk or Disney Springs for some late-night excursions, know that transportation from your hotel will be slim to nil. All-Star Movies Bus Stop If you have your own car, this won’t be an issue (unless you don’t want to drive), but if you’re relying on Disney Transportation, you may be stuck at your resort for the night if it’s after 11PM or so. Want Food? Good Luck. And on a similar note, many of the restaurants inside Disney hotels, especially those at value hotels, close pretty early in the night, so if you arrive late and are starving…yeah, that’s not fun. Intermission Food Court Of course, you can always Uber Eats or Doordash something to your hotel, but you’ll need to meet them in the lobby, they won’t be able to bring it to your hotel room door (and for safety reasons, that’s not a great idea anyway). If you’ll be arriving after 10PM, we recommend checking the My Disney Experience App to check the operating hours of the restaurants at your hotel. Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney hotel tips and tricks! Check out 50 (!!!) Disney World hotel tips we have right here! Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe What’s the latest you’ve ever checked in? Tell us below! The post The Problem With Arriving at Your Disney World Hotel at Midnight first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Which Disney World resorts AREN’T gonna greet you with tons of construction? Which ones will keep you close to what you’ll be doing the most? And which ones might even be MORE AWESOME than the theme parks themselves? Wilderness Lodge Find out which resorts are the BEST Disney World Hotels for 2024, today on DFB Guide. Check out our video below: The BEST Disney World Hotels in 2024 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! Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels A Full List of Changes Announced for Disney World’s Hotels The BEST Disney World Hotels for 2023 The WORST Disney World Hotels for 2023 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel 8 Gadgets You Need for Your Disney World Hotel Room The Surprising Things You Won’t Find in Your Disney World Hotel Room The Secret Way to Stay in Disney World’s Hotels for LESS! What Items from Amazon Can You Have Delivered to Your Resort Hotel? We’ve Got the Details Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite Disney World hotel? Let us know in the comments. The post DFB Video: The BEST Disney World Hotels in 2024 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With Black Friday just around the corner and the holidays coming up, now is the time to get your shopping done! Serka Zong Bazaar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lots of stores have started early deals and offering lots of discounts. If you’re following along with us, you can find all the codes and sales being offered right in your inbox! And today, we’ve got another code for a popular shop that you’re not going to want to miss out on. But you have to hurry, it’s for today only. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. ShopDisney is giving you FREE SHIPPING, but only for today! Use the code FREESHIP at check out to get this deal and save some money. Plus, a lot of items are on sale right now, too! Let’s take a look at some great gift ideas that you can use this code on today! Get The New Mickey Mouse Holiday Starbucks Tumbler Starbucks Holiday Tumbler The tumbler is a geometric, ombre travel mug for cold beverages. While the cup itself is cute, we particularly LOVE the straw cover! It’s so festive and would make a great holiday gift for the Starbucks lovers in your life. It comes in either design– Disneyland or Disney World. And the adorable white ones in the background are on shopDisney, too! SHOP ON SHOPDISNEY Get The Limited Time Disney100 Train Set ©Disney This Disney100 train set is only available for a limited time. It is amazing. It illuminates in the dark, comes with the Mickey and Minnie figures in their 100 best, and you can even run the train by speaking voice commands to the LionChief App! Train collectors are going to want this for Christmas for sure. SHOP ON SHOPDISNEY Get The New Mickey Mouse Red Plaid Loungefly Backpack ©Disney We all know that a Loungefly backpack would make a great gift for the biggest Disney fans. This one is perfect for the holidays with its bright and merry color scheme. The inside has a beautiful Mickey Mouse winter pattern and the ears on the outside are tons of fun. Add this to your free shipping order, today! SHOP ON SHOPDISNEY There are so many great items you can get on shopDisney and today, on all orders, you can get free shipping with the code FREESHIP. So don’t miss out on this limited-time deal for your holiday shopping! And keep following DFB for more Black Friday deals! Don’t miss out on all the Black Friday sales on our Amazon storefront! Are you going to take advantage of this limited-time free shipping? Let us know in the comments! The post 🚨FREE Shipping on Disney Souvenirs Today ONLY!🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Did somebody say brunch?! Disney Springs At DFB, we love all things food. When it comes to brunch, it holds a special place in our hearts. Did you know there’s a NEW brunch option coming to Disney Springs? Lots of delicious-sounding brunch eats will be at Summer House on the Lake, and we need to fill you in. The new Summer House on the Lake restaurant is opening SOON at Disney Springs. We’re looking forward to so many things about this restaurant, it is almost hard to contain it. From the rosé cart to the cookie bar, there are so many things to be excited about when it finally opens. ©DisneySprings Instagram However, the one thing we really can’t wait for is their BRUNCH. Summer House on the Lake at Disney Springs Their menu is inspired by popular west-coast foods and will also feature foods that are exclusive to their Disney Springs location. Every Saturday and Sunday, from 9AM until 3PM, you are able to enjoy an exclusive brunch menu that encapsulates these flavors in some of your favorite eats. ©DisneySprings Instagram The brunch menu features food items like Mexican Hash Browns, Breakfast Tostadas, sunny-side-up eggs with Parmesan cream, and Breakfast Pizza with Applewood bacon. These offerings sound delicious and we are impatiently waiting to be able to try them! ©Disney Along with those delicious choices, you can also order some everyday breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, like waffles, pancakes, sandwiches, salads, artisan pizzas, and various entrees. So, no matter what you’re feeling for brunch, there will be something on the menu for anyone to enjoy. ©DisneySprings Instagram We are truly counting down the days until we can enjoy this menu. Summer House on the Lake is located on the West Side of Disney Springs and is slated to open sometime in 2023. Summer House on the Lake in Orlando international airport! If you can’t wait for the Disney Springs location to open, have no fear! There is a location open RIGHT NOW at Orlando International Airport in Terminal C, and don’t worry, MCO just started a terminal tourism program — so you don’t even need an airline ticket to visit! Inside Summer House on the Lake With so many brunch options to choose from, it is so hard to know where to start. Be sure to check back in with us at DFB once Summer House on the Lake opens for reviews of everything on the menu! Click here to learn more about Summer House on the Lake! 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 Restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Best Disney Springs Restaurants The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel 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! Where is your favorite brunch spot at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Have You Heard About the NEW Brunch Coming to Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sure, McDonald’s has been around for a while. And yes, those classic menu items never change. But every once in a while, we find something new at McDonald’s, and next thing you know, we’re ordering McDonald’s for dinner. What can we say? Sometimes, you just need some french fries and a cheeseburger, right? Ba Da Ba Ba Bah… Well, we’re not here to tell you what to do, but we are here to share the news that a NEW menu item has just arrived for a limited time (and you might want to go check it out)! Happy holidays! The McDonald’s Holiday Pie is BACK this year! This seasonal treat just arrived, but it won’t stick around for long. It’s available for a limited time at participating McDonald’s locations while supplies last, so you might want to head to McDonald’s ASAP if you’re interested. ©McDonald’s The Holiday Pie is made with creamy custard in a flaky crust, then glazed with sugar and topped with rainbow sprinkles. It’s the perfect treat for the holiday season, right? McDonald’s In other McDonald’s news, don’t forget that the Disney100 Happy Meal toys are still available! There are over 50 Disney character toys to collect, and the DFB team has been hard at work checking all the characters off our list. We’ve been buying a LOT of Happy Meals Between the new seasonal treat and all those cute little McDonald’s toys, you’ve got a pretty good excuse to get takeout for dinner tonight, right? In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest food news, so stay tuned for more. Every Single Disney 100th Anniversary Happy Meal Toy at McDonald’s 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 Have you ever tried the Holiday Pie? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT! McDonald's Just Announced a NEW Menu Item! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Can you believe it?! It’s almost time! EPCOT December 5th is the day! It’s a huge day for EPCOT because it’s the premiere of Luminous: The Symphony of Us! We’ve been following the news on this new nighttime spectacular all year and now as we’re less than a month away, let’s go over all we know about it! Luminous: The Symphony of Us will have its first performance at EPCOT on December 5th, 2023!! We know, from Disney, that the show is meant to “reflect the commonality in all of us,” and that the show invites “everyone to gather around World Showcase Lagoon for a show that will unite us through commonalities of the heart in a dazzling display of fireworks, lasers, music and light. Featuring an original composition along with select songs from the Disney songbook, this new spectacular will remind us that we’re more alike than different, connecting our hearts together as one.” Luminous Barges in World Showcase Lagoon This new dramatic show is located in World Showcase at EPCOT and will feature a pageantry of fireworks, fountains, music, and lights set to original composition. The show will feature new music mixed in with Disney classics in an effort to remind audiences that “we are more alike than we are different.” Luminous will be replacing EPCOT Forever. ©Disney Luminous promises to be a special communal event that brings the audience together with an overhead spectacle, possibly making it a must-attend on day one. Luminous will feature a series of movements, and throughout those movements, you’ll hear two original songs, as well as new arrangements of classic Disney songs. The show begins with voices from around the World Showcase welcoming you to the gathering, followed by the original song, “Heartbeat Symphony.” Disney shared a preview of this new song. Disney also shared a list of songs that will be included in the show: “You’ll Be in My Heart” “Proud Corazón” “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” “Friend Like Me” “So Close” (from Enchanted) “When She Loved Me” “Remember Me” “Into the Unknown” “I See the Light” ©Disney After those songs, the show ends with another original number for the finale — “Beating of Our Hearts.” Disney worked with Pinar Toprak to make the score, which features the vocal talents of artists Sheléa and Katharine McPhee. ©Disney We can’t wait to check out this new show, and we’ll be there on the first night to bring you all the details! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates! Click Here to Learn More About the Fireworks Show! Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? NEW Festival Areas, Gardens, a Meet-and-Greet Area, and More Are Coming to EPCOT Learn All About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana Has the Mary Poppins Project at Disney World Been Canceled? What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? SNEAK PEEK at the NEW Fireworks Show Coming to EPCOT Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest EPCOT transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited about this new fireworks show? Tell us in the comments! The post Everything We Know About EPCOT’s NEW Fireworks Show first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Yes, you did read that title right, DFB reader: We are talking about a gravy-themed roller coaster. ©Holiday World A few months ago, Holiday World announced that they were building a new roller coaster themed after Thanksgiving, with a special emphasis on gravy — yep, the beloved sauce (is it a sauce?) that you pour over turkey, mashed potatoes, and more. Now that we’ve all made ourselves incredibly hungry, we have an update on that coaster for you! While we were at the IAAPA (International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions) Expo earlier today, we stopped by to get an update on this new gravy coaster, which is being built by the same company that brought TRON Lightcycle / Run to life. TRON Lightcycle / Run The park was getting ready to show off the ride vehicle for the new roller coaster, and there was a video screen nearby to show a video of the upcoming attraction as well. We got a sneak peek at the ride vehicles for the Good Gravy! coaster, and we have to say that these are AMAZING. Gravy Boat The coaster’s ride vehicles are decorated with fall motifs… Fall motifs …and have gravy spilling out the front! Gravy Holiday World Theme Park and Splashin’ Safari Water Park are located in the aptly named Santa Claus, Indiana. This holiday-themed theme park is broken up into four main holiday sections: Christmas, Halloween, Fourth of July, and Thanksgiving. Holiday World’s newest roller coaster edition will be located in the Thanksgiving section, of course! Good Gravy! this looks fun! You begin your journey on Good Gravy! by taking a walk through Grandma’s house, only to discover the Thanksgiving feast is OUT OF GRAVY! (Oh, the HORROR!) You and your family will climb aboard “the world’s largest gravy boat” (incredible) and venture out to make more of Grandma’s traditional Good Gravy. Let’s go! You will whiz past kitchen ingredients and tools like a whisk, a rolling pin, a timer, a box of stuffing, and the best part: a tunnel depicting A GIANT CAN OF CRANBERRY JELLY! We don’t even have words…this ride sounds amazing already. This ride will be 1,500 feet in length, 77 feet tall at the highest point, have a 38″ height requirement, and will have a top speed of 37 mph. This family gravy-themed roller coaster is set to open in May 2024. We personally can’t wait to hear more about this attraction as it develops, and we’ll keep you updated on it too, so stay tuned to DFB! Here’s a complete guide to using the TRON Lightcycle / Run virtual queue in 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 Would you ride this attraction? Tell us in the comments below! The post We Have an Important UPDATE on the GRAVY-THEMED Roller Coaster That's Coming Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re just going to say it. We have a love/hate relationship with Pixar. Frozone! We love the movies and animation style SO MUCH. But… why do the storylines have to rip our hearts to shreds EVERY. SINGLE. TIME?! We happily watch them all, anyway, though. We’ve been looking forward to Pixar’s VERY FIRST streaming series, Win or Lose, that was supposed to debut on Disney+ in December 2023. Well, if you were also looking forward to the series, we have bad news. Win or Lose has been postponed! Yes, sadly, the new series won’t arrive to Disney+ until 2024. ©Pixar According to The Wrap, the series had previously been set to premiere in December, but when the December listings for Disney+ came out, the series was missing from the list. Noooo! Originally announced in 2020, the series has been delayed several times, it seems. ©Disney In case the all-new series is news to you, it follows along the stories of each of the players who make up a co-ed middle school softball team called the Pickles. Each episode focuses on a different character and their family as the team prepares for the big championship game. (Yeahhhh. Sports. Family life. Middle school angst. It’ll probably make us cry.) ©Pixar The Wrap said, “Earlier this year at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, Pixar showed off an entire episode from “Win or Lose” (“Vanessa: The Cool Mom”) and it blew away the assembled crowd. It’s classic Pixar storytelling, full of heart and wonderful characters, but the stylization of the world and the quickness that the narrative unfolds is brand new.” ©Disney/Pixar EEEP. All we have to say is that it better come in EARLY 2024, because we’re way too excited about this series. We’ll keep you updated with news regarding Win or Lose when we have it, so make sure to follow along for more so that you never miss a thing and are always win the loop. Looking for more Disney entertainment 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 new series? Let us know in the comments! The post UPDATE: A NEW Pixar Series Has Been DELAYED on Disney+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s a super exciting time for Frozen fans right now! You can meet OAKEN!!! We’re previewing the new Frozen-themed land at Hong Kong Disneyland and bringing you all the details about the gorgeous new area, but that’s not all the exciting news. Disney CEO Bob Iger just dropped a HUGE news bomb about the movie series! So far, we have Frozen and Frozen II. Earlier this year, Disney announced that Frozen 3 is also in the works. Now, Bob Iger has confirmed that the third film won’t be the end of the series. In an interview with Good Morning America on Thursday, November 16th, Iger said, “Well, I’ll give you a little surprise there, Michael. Frozen 3 is in the works and there might be a Frozen 4 in the works too.” ©Disney Iger went on to say, “I don’t have much to say about those films right now. But Jenn Lee, who created Frozen, the original Frozen and Frozen II, is hard at work with her team at Disney Animation on not one but actually two stories.” Earlier this year, we heard that the Frozen and Frozen 2 director Jennifer Lee would not be returning to direct the third movie but would instead be involved in some kind of advisory or mentor role (The Wrap). About the third movie, Lee said, “I can’t say where we are [with Frozen 3]. All our stories are driven by the artists in the studio. Where we’re going with Frozen did not come from me. It came from an incredible person. That’s a new piece, I’ve told no one. And I’ve been blown away by it and I’m just having a blast with that team.” ©Disney However, Frozen and Frozen 2 songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez will be returning for the third movie. “It got us very excited,” Kristen said. “Now, we have to let the wheels of Hollywood do what they do, but we were very excited with their ideas.” Elsa, you good? Both of the first Frozen movies have been hugely successful for Disney, so much so that the company is opening up a Frozen-themed land in Hong Kong Disneyland. We’re at the new land right now, previewing the rides, restaurants, and characters that are all bringing Arendelle to life! These are some pretty cool sleighs! Iger was at Hong Kong Disneyland recently, too, for the land’s Grand Opening Ceremony. About the new land, Iger said, “For years at our Disney parks, we’ve been creating these large, immersive worlds. Essentially, they’re the physical embodiment of some of the greatest stories that we’ve told whether it’s Cars Land or Star Wars or Pandora, and of course Frozen, being our most valuable franchise, as you mentioned, a very successful film, I think it’s just ripe for basically, building the place that Frozen takes place in and it’s just a fantastic land that enables people to get immersed in the story of Frozen and interact with all the great characters for films.” Bob Iger at World of Frozen World of Frozen officially opens on November 20th. World of Frozen Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on the Frozen films and the new land opening in Hong Kong Disneyland! Preview the NEW World of Frozen land with us! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited for Frozen 4? Let us know in the comments! 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 Disney World to attend their media preview of the World of Frozen. 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 BREAKING: 'Frozen 4' May Be In the Works, According to Disney CEO Bob Iger first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We are so excited for the official opening of the reimagined Pixar Place Hotel over in Disneyland — January isn’t that far away! Finding Nemo mural in Pixar Place Lobby This hotel used to be Paradise Pier, but will now be fully themed to Pixar when it reopens. That includes the Great Maple Restaurant, which opened its doors on November 15th! Check out the first look at the reimagined inside with us. This restaurant is located on the hotel’s first floor and is a “southern California-based modern American eatery” serving comfort food items like fried chicken, burgers, and salads. This is a chain restaurant with other locations around California, but this is the first one on Disney property. ©Disney The restaurant, which will also have a full bar, is currently open for walk-ins, and reservations will be accepted starting November 21st. ©Disney Thanks to @ScottGustin on Twitter/X, we know the restaurant has lots of colorful seating options and black-and-white portraits of popular Pixar characters on the walls. ©Disney We can’t wait to dine here ourselves soon! Looking for more Disneyland news? Check out our posts below. More Disneyland News! Get a Look INSIDE Disney’s NEWEST Hotel RestaurantEveryone Can GO HOME! This Is the ULTIMATE Disney Holiday Popcorn Bucket.NEWS: Disney California Adventure Is CLOSING EARLY TodayWe Got a SNEAK PEEK at Everything Coming to Disneyland for the Holidays (Including NEW Character Outfits!)NEWS: A Popular Disney Attraction Will Temporarily CLOSE in 2024 As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news! Check out the full menu for the Great Maple Restaurant 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 Are you planning to dine at this new restaurant? Tell us in the comments! The post Get a Look INSIDE Disney's NEWEST Hotel Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you ever wanted to live in a Disney community — you know, a place where it’s Disney 24/7 ALL the time. ©Disney Well, Disney previously revealed that it’s working on a new Storyliving by Disney residential community called Cotino. The idea is to bring some of the joy from Disney Parks to the place you call home (although, technically, we still call the parks “home”). Disney has previously revealed a few details about the community, but we now have a new look at some of the homes! Cotino will be the first Storyliving by Disney Community and is located in Rancho Mirage, California. Disney is currently constructing the community and has revealed some of the home designs that will be available there “set against the backdrop of the picturesque San Jacinto mountains.” ©Disney Cotino takes inspiration from the Coachella Valley, a place that Walt and Lillian Disney loved. “It seems fitting that Cotino, the first Storyliving by Disney community, would have a similar setting as the one that Walt loved so much,” said Walt Disney Archives Director Becky Cline. “Walt enjoyed the Palm Springs area as a creative, rejuvenating retreat and our hope is that it will inspire future homeowners and guests just like it did him.” ©Disney The first homes will be built by Shea Homes and feature floorplans that will only be available in Cotino. “From spacious kitchens with walk-in pantries to large dining rooms perfect for family gatherings, the homes in the Cotino community will offer future residents the flexibility to choose an option that works best for them. ©Disney There will be four design collections of homes: the Cotino Coachella Collection, Cotino Agrarian Collection, Cotino Oasis Collection, and Cotino Aspiron Collection. “From options reflecting the beauty and agricultural origins of the Coachella Valley and nods to the region’s mid-century modern legacy to more contemporary styles, Walt Disney Imagineering brought a touch of magic to the Cotino community by providing the architectural and aesthetic inspiration for each design collection.” ©Disney Disney also revealed more details about its voluntary Artisan Club, where members will be able to dine at an exclusive restaurant, indulge in a variety of sports and activities, and use dedicated swim areas on Cotino Bay, which uses technology to feature “the clearest turquoise waters.” The clubhouse will also be designed to look like the Parr family’s house in Incredibles 2. SO cool.  We’ll be keeping an eye out for more details about Cotino, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Is Disney Coming to Texas? 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 these home designs? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Reveals NEW LOOK at First Residential Community first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost time to start thinking about all the different ways you’ll be counting down the holidays! ©Amazon Luckily, we’ve taken the guesswork out for you with a few simple clicks! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Almost everything we’re about to show you can be ordered directly with Amazon so if you don’t already have an account, sign up for your free trial below! This Disney 100 Anniversary calendar is currently 10% off! ©Amazon This beautifully illustrated calendar features surprises and mini-books that are both holiday and general reads to keep the spirit of storytelling alive all year round! Click here to see on Amazon You could save up to 35% off this Star Wars Funko Pop! calendar! ©Amazon This calendar will help you use the force to countdown the holidays whether you’re Sith or Jedi. Each Pocket Pop! collectible comes dressed in their holiday wear and is sure to bring a smile to your Star Wars enthusiast with every countdown. Click here to see on Amazon There’s also a plush version of a Disney Munchlings calendar if you prefer a softer touch! ©Disney Just like the pins this adorable countdown comes to you with miniature Season’s Sweetings Munchling plushes all waiting to surprise you in their cardboard gingerbread house! Click here to see on shopDisney Put your problem-solving skills to the test with this Holiday Advent Calendar! ©Amazon Picture this — 1 colorful poster, 24 days to countdown, and 1,000 jigsaw puzzle pieces! Can you put it together before the clock strikes 12 on Christmas Day? Click here to see on Amazon Here’s another Holiday Jigsaw Puzzle calendar to solve! ©Amazon This one will really test your skills, and maybe your patience as you attempt to put together a 1,400-piece puzzle right before Christmas day. This isn’t all stress though! You’ll see a few familiar Disney character’s faces to help you out along the way! Click here to see on Amazon Maybe you’re looking for something you can display! ©Amazon Well, the gang’s all here! POP out another character each day to display with this lovely advent calendar creation from LovePop! Click here to see on Amazon Alright Stitch lovers, this one’s for you! ©Amazon Countdown to the holidays with fun Stitch-themed surprises each day like keychains, bracelets, stamps, pens, pencils, and more! Click here to see on Amazon We’ve found a sweet option for you, too! ©Amazon This 24-day countdown opens to reveal milk chocolate candy and features cut-out postcards to Santa on the back of its packaging. Click here to see on Amazon Aren’t they all so cute? How do you decide on just one? Be sure to check out our link below for the latest Disney deals we’ve seen! Click HERE To See MORE Neat Disney merch We’ve Found! The post HURRY! Get These 8 Disney Advent Calendars Before They Sell Out! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis appointed the new Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board (CFTOD), we’ve seen multiple changes in the district that governs Disney World. ©Central Florida Tourism Oversight Board Livestream Reports have come from within the district that it is no longer functional after a mass exodus of employees left their positions. But now, one DeSantis appointee is saying that’s not the case — here’s what we know. Before becoming district chief of the CFTOD, Glen Gilzean worked for the Florida Ethics Commission. He resigned after being advised that public employees could not serve on government watchdog panels. Later, a different member of the Florida Ethics Commission, Freddie Figgers, was hired by the district to develop a system that would improve wireless 911 calls. ©Central Florida Tourism Oversight Board | Glen Gilzean After word got out about this conflict of interest, the contract with Freddie Figgers was canceled, and then we learned that more than 30 district employees had resigned over one weekend — including nearly half of the senior leadership team. The combined group represented more than 350 years of experience, and we know that about a tenth of the district’s workforce has resigned in the past nine months. In exit surveys available through public records, departing employees called leadership “unqualified and incompetent,” and said that “With the departure of more than 3 dozen employees, the district is no longer functional.” ©Central Florida Tourism Oversight District However, Gilzean says that’s not the case. Per the Orlando Sentinel, Gilzean shared he believes “morale has improved” at the CFTOD. He specifically mentioned new policies that he says have “boosted employee well-being and work-life balance,” just six months into his tenure. Glen Gilzean ©Central Florida Tourism Oversight Board Livestream “The morale in the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District has… increased as my open-door policy continues to be utilized by staff members who have met with me directly,” Gilzean said at a board meeting. “Some staff have shared that this is the first time they’ve actually had a chance to meet with the district administrator.” He touted the paid day off employees received on Veteran’s Day along with an extra day off around Thanksgiving as reasons for the morale boost. Reedy Creek Improvement District But, that doesn’t change the fact that about 10% of the district’s total workforce has left since being taken over by DeSantis and his appointees such as Gilzean. He was hired in May 2023 to serve as the district’s administrator — his candidacy was bolstered by Mike Sasso, then-vice chair of the board and best man in Gilzean’s wedding. Sasso later resigned from the board when his wife, Meredith Sasso, was named to the Florida Supreme Court. Disney vs. DeSantis We’ll be keeping an eye out for more updates on DeSantis’ board and will let you know of any changes. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest news from Disney World and more. Universal Approved for New Taxing District in Florida After DeSantis Took it Away From Disney 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 District Chief Responds to Accusations that DeSantis' Reedy Creek Is "Incompetent" first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney reveals collectible 2023 Holiday Disney Gift Card Pin Series featuring a holiday Disney Gift Card and a holiday Disney pin, now available at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort!View the full article

As HUGE Frozen fans, we’ve been looking forward to this day for quite some time. World of Frozen Today, we’re visiting World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland, and specifically, we’re here to showcase all the new rides and attractions that the land has to offer, including Hong Kong Disneyland’s own version of the Frozen Ever After ride that you can experience at EPCOT. We were super curious to see how the two rides would differ, and now that we’ve gone on the new ride ourselves, we’re here to tell y’all about it! So, both the EPCOT attraction and the Hong Kong Disneyland attraction have the same storyline. It’s pretty much a direct copy of the original ride, but the space is actually designed for the attraction in Hong Kong, unlike the EPCOT version which was shoved where Maelstrom used to be in the Norway Pavilion. Frozen Ever After The characters in the Hong Kong attraction are given much more space and are easier to view from most perspectives, which we loved! The space was designed for the characters! Another thing we noticed is that there is a snowflake on the door right before you see Elsa. It kind of explodes right before the door opens, which is a nice touch! Hi, Anna and Elsa! As far as the characters themselves go, Hong Kong is the clear winner. The animatronic faces are so much better than the digital ones that you see in EPCOT. All of the animatronics in the ride looked great — except for the last Elsa, whose face looks off. Her cheeks just seem… loose? Elsa, you good? Another thing we liked better about the Hong Kong attraction was the DROP. We’re not sure if it was steeper or if the drop was higher, but it felt more intense and as a LOT of fun. The boat While the two rides are mostly the same, there are some subtle differences that we think make riding BOTH attractions worth it. We had a lot of fun, and think you will, too, if you’re hoping to visit Hong Kong Disneyland. Arendelle We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney news, so follow along for more so that you never miss a thing. Looking for MORE from World of Frozen? 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 frozen Ever After ride? Let us know in the comments! 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 Hong Kong Disneyland to preview World of Frozen before the official opening date. 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 How Disney’s NEW Frozen Ever After Ride Compares to the EPCOT Version first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If your goal is to find an impressive meal in Disney World, Disney Springs is a great place to start. Morimoto Asia Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ has some of the best southern cooking we’ve ever had and we’ve been singing Wine Bar George’s praises for years — and that just scratches the surface of what you’ll find in Disney Springs. One of our favorite restaurants in the area, Morimoto Asia, is such a force that it was even recognized by the Michelin Guide in 2022. This spot, led by Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto, serves up elevated pan-Asian cuisine in a stunning 2-story building along the water. We stopped by for dinner recently — read on to see our full review! Atmosphere You’ll find Morimoto Asia in The Landing in Disney Springs, right across from Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’. Morimoto Asia When you enter the restaurant, the first thing you’ll notice is the space’s grandeur. The dining room is open and bright, and impressive waterfall-like chandeliers hang from the ceiling. These Morimoto Spare Ribs for $18 are very popular here. These are pork ribs with cilantro covered in a hoisin sweet chili glaze. These ribs were saucy and full of flavor. While a few of the ribs were tender and fell off the bone, we did have one that was tougher. But we have a secret, you can also get these ribs at Morimoto Street Food for $10. Morimoto Spare Ribs If you have ever walked by Morimoto, you might seen the ducks hanging in the window and we knew this was something we had to try. We ordered the Morimoto Peking Duck. This is a carved house-roasted whole duck with apricot sweet chili, hoisin, and miso. They also come with a choice of either steamed flour tortillas, bao buns, or lettuce cups. Peking Duck We chose the flour tortillas to be our base. The duck was tender and we enjoyed assembling these ourselves. While we enjoyed this dish, we aren’t sure it’s for everyone. It comes with a heavy price tag of $79 and if you aren’t a huge fan of duck, this might be a skip for you. Peeking Duck The highlight of the entrees for us was the Morimoto “Buri-Bop”. This is a unique dish that is prepared tableside in a hot clay pot stone that comes out at 450 degrees. It is a Korean-style yellowtail rice bowl with egg yolk for $36. The dish has sweet and citrusy notes and a nice ginger flavor. The fish is made so that one side is cooked and one side is like sushi, which was a fun touch. Buri-Bop You’ll want to eat this dish quickly though because the clay pot is still hot so the fish will keep cooking. By the time we got to dig in, the fish was fully cooked. This dish was used by Chef Morimoto to win his third Iron Chef title. It was packed with flavor and it’s so fun to watch it be prepared in front of you as the server tells the story of the history of the dish. We think this is a great value for only $36 and it’s easily shareable. Buri-Bop Dessert Now, we had to leave room for dessert when we saw these Churro Donuts for $14. These donuts were covered in cinnamon sugar and came with a white miso caramel dipping sauce. With each order, you get 3 donuts. Churro Donuts These donuts had a crunchy outside and a very soft, doughy inside. They came out warm and the miso caramel was the perfect dipping sauce. It was similar to a traditional caramel sauce, but the miso added a slight tanginess and it almost reminded us of a Bananas Foster sauce. These were a great dessert to end a meal and we would highly recommend ordering them if you are a fan of donuts and cinnamon sugar. So good. So, what’s the verdict? Nosh or Not Check out this Michelin-recognized restaurant if… You are looking to splurge on unique food that tastes great. We tried a lot of dishes here and we enjoyed many of them. While some dishes were pricey, we believe that the quality of the food was worth it. You want an upscale dining experience at Disney Springs. This is a great place to dine with friends or for a date night. You are looking for great service. Our wait staff was excellent in explaining each dish and was very attentive. Head to another one of Disney World’s restaurants if… You are not a fan of Asian food. While there is a large variety of different Asian options, if you’re not a fan of ginger, miso, or similar flavors that are found in most of these dishes, this might not be the spot for you. You want something quick. Our meal did take a while so if you are on short time, head to Morimoto Street Food for a quick bite. You’re on a budget. This spot is quite pricey! If you’re on a tight budget, you might want to check out some of the quick-service restaurants in Disney Springs. Overall Overall, this restaurant is a truly great option if you are looking for good food and an elevated experience. The location is stunning and we were really impressed with the food. Although we enjoyed some things more than others, we weren’t disappointed with anything we ordered here! Full spread However, it is pretty pricey, and while the food was good, you really have to love this style of food and have it within your budget for it to be worth it. If you are looking for a unique, likely unforgettable experience, this is a great option, if you can swing it. But, keep in mind that this was a long meal. You might want to make sure you dedicate the time for this, otherwise you could always speed things up by sitting in the bar/lounge or checking out Morimoto Asia Street Food next door. We’ll continue bringing you all the latest Disney news and food reviews, so stay tuned to DFB for more! SNEAK PEEK at the FOOD Coming to Disney Springs’ Newest Restaurant — EET by Maneet Chauhan 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 Restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Best Disney Springs Restaurants The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel 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! Have you dined at this spot in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! The post REVIEW: We Spent Nearly 0 at This Super Expensive Restaurant in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The World of Frozen in Hong Kong Disneyland is opening in just a few short days! Arendelle Village This fully immersive new land boasts two distinct areas, authentic Norwegian food, and fun interactions with the characters from Frozen. There are also two new rides: Frozen Ever After and Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs. You’re probably familiar with Frozen Ever After if you’ve ever been to EPCOT, but Wandering Oaken’s is an all-new Disney ride and we got to ride it! Let’s check it out! Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs is a family-friendly rollercoaster located in the Arendelle Forest. The idea is that you’re visiting Oaken’s shop to do a bit of shopping and there’s a big summer blowout (of course)! Get all those deals! You get to see things like Oaken’s desk (which he seems to have left unattended). Wandering Oaken’s shop Then you learn he’s not able to help you shop because he’s busy hanging out in the sauna keeping warm! hoo! hoo! You continue through the line, seeing lots of different village artifacts or things Oaken has built for Kristoff like this troll totem pole. Are those trolls? Then you finally make it to Olaf and Sven who are ready to take you for a ride! Hi Olaf and Sven! You jump into your sleigh and away you go! These are some pretty cool sleighs! The ride feels very similar to Seven Dwarfs Mine Train in that it’s VERY smooth. It is all outside other than where you get on and off the ride. You can also spot some ‘little’ details while you’re whipping around the curves! Did you spot Bruni? While this ride is lots of fun, we do want to mention that it is a very short ride, not even lasting a full minute. We recommend riding it, but just knowing that ahead of time can help with your expectations. You get back in less than a minute It’s a very fun ride that is super cute and has lots of fun details, so we suggest catching these sleighs down the mountain! And remember, check back to DFB for more Disney updates! We’re Live From ARENDELLE!! Come See Disney’s NEW World of Frozen! 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 to ride this new rollercoaster? Let us know in the comments! The post FULL Ride-Through of Disney's NEW 'Frozen' Roller Coaster first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article