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Get ready to jingle all the way to Main Street U.S.A! The holidays are a popular time in Disney World With the holidays on the horizon, Walt Disney World has already begun getting into the festive spirit. A fan-favorite seasonal event is returning to Magic Kingdom and we have the latest one of the event’s special holiday experiences! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is BACK! The holiday celebration will be held on 25 select nights from November 9th through December 22nd and features unique shows, holiday dance parties, and a fireworks spectacular. Some rides — including Space Mountain and Jungle Cruise — will have holiday overlays! Guests will get to meet some of their favorite Disney characters in their best holiday attire while experiencing a simulated snowfall. With all that said, we’re here to show you a first look at one of our favorite aspects of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party — the parade! Here comes Santa! Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade boasts an impressive roster of iconic Disney characters, including the main mouse himself, Mickey! Mickey and Friends! We also caught a few glimpses of our pals from Frozen such as Olaf and Elsa! Hi, Olaf! Goofy is definitely getting a workout this year as he pedals a giant candy machine! Whew! Must be tough peddling that cart! Check out these dancing gingerbread men! Mixing it up with other classic Disney characters … and …, these decorative dancers really elevate the festive themes. They look good enough to eat! Well, maybe not… At last! The Disney Princesses! Adorned in their holiday best, this parade wouldn’t have been complete without these lovely ladies. Cinderella and Prince Charming This holiday parade wouldn’t be complete without the Nutcracker Soldiers! These guys are almost scary! And of course, finishing the Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade is the icon of Christmas festivities, the one and only Santa Claus! Check out that sleigh! It’s SANTA! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party requires a separate ticket for entry and can be purchased on the Walt Disney World website and My Disney Experience App. Tickets start at $159 per adult and run up to $199 per. Children ages 3-9 can receive discounted tickets that are about $10 less. The Party begins at 7 p.m. but guests can enter Magic Kingdom at 4 p.m. Complimentary cookies and drinks are offered at designated spots. Hi, Mickey and Minnie! For all the latest holiday news coming out of Disney World, stay tuned right here at DFB! ALL the Treats Coming to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World! 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 do you think of this year’s parade floats? Let us know in the comments! The post Magic Kingdom's EXCLUSIVE Holiday Parade Is BACK! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has officially kicked off in Disney World! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2022 We’re here to take in all the sights, sounds, smells, and eats that this event has to offer! From entertainment and snacks to rides and more, there’s plenty for you to get into at this festive affair — including exclusive Magic Shots and PhotoPass opportunities! Come check them all out with us. What better way to commemorate your Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party experience than with exclusive Magic Shot photos to take home with you?! We made our way around the park to check them all out, and here’s what we found — starting with Main Street, U.S.A.! PhotoPass on Main Street, U.S.A. Moving closer to Cinderella Castle, we saw a PhotoPass Photographer set up in this area as well. Closer to the castle Not only that, but you can do a Magic Shot in front of the castle too! Right in front! If Tomorrowland is more your vibe, you can also meet a PhotoPass Photographer over there who can take your picture for you! Tomrrowland And, there are also some other photo ops set up around the park as well, like this Stitch background! You’ll find it in Tomorrowland near the former Stitch’s Great Escape location. Stitch photo op We especially love this one with Mickey and the gang over near Tomorrowland Terrace. Make sure you keep an eye out for more photo backdrops like this along with PhotoPass Photographers and Magic Shots! So far, we’ve seen a snowflake Magic Shot and a peppermint one. Mickey and friends photo op Stay tuned to DFB for more Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party coverage and the latest Disney World news! We’re LIVE from Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 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! Are you going to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? Tell us in the comments! The post Where To Find the BEST Photo Ops and Magic Shots at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The best part of the year is finally here! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2023 Yep! It’s Christmas at Disney World! November 9th marked the very first day of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Disney World, and we were among the first group of folks to experience the celebration. While the food was great, and the merchandise was fun, we were really excited about getting to check out all the rides. Some of the rides get a special holiday overlay for the party, and we’re headed to check them out! During Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, five of the attractions in Magic Kingdom are transformed to take on a holly jolly experience! Jungle Cruise Jungle Cruise is the only attraction with an overlay that you’ll be able to FULLY experience during regular park hours as well as during the parties. The attraction takes on a merry overlay complete with jungle-inspired decor and Skippers adorned with Santa Hats. They call the overlay “Jingle Cruise.” In the queue Details can be found throughout the queue, on the botes, and even in the puns the Skippers spew onboard. The Skippers actually undergo special training just for Jingle Cruise! Tomorrowland Speedway This ride is a mix of bumper cars and go carts and allows you to drive (assisted by a metal track that makes it really feel like bumper cars) around a track like you’re racing! Holiday Overlay Throughout Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, you’ll see some fun Christmas decor like the trees shown above (which you’ll also see during the day, of course), and some special lighting at night! Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor is a family-friendly comedy show hosted by none other than Mike Wazowski. During Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, the jokes take on a fun Christmas theme! Laugh Floor You’ll be able to hear a whole new set of jokes and celebrate the season along with your favorite monsters. There are also some fun projections! Space Mountain Space Mountain is home to some of the most famous holiday overlays. A fun, futuristic holiday song plays as you zip through the stars. Space Mountain This year, you’ll get to see snowflake projections as you soar through space! Mad Tea Party Over in Fantasyland, Mad Tea Party will take you for a spin set to the 12 Days of Christmas song! Mad Tea Party In the past, we’ve seen snowflake projections on the ground, but we didn’t see them on this night. And there you have it! We’ll continue to keep you all updated with more Disney news, holiday stuff included. Make sure to follow along so that you never miss out! Click here to follow along with us throughout the night! 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 do you think of these ride overlays? Let us know in the comments! The post See How 5 Rides CHANGE During Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you think the Magic Kingdom nightly fireworks show is pretty incredible, then have we got ANOTHER fireworks show for you! Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks We’re talking about Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks happening this year during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. It’s time to bust out the jingle bells, put on your Christmas sweaters, and get ready! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is BACK! The holiday celebration will be held on 25 select nights from November 9th through December 22nd and features unique shows, holiday dance parties, and a fireworks spectacular. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2023 Some rides — including Space Mountain and Jungle Cruise — will have holiday overlays! The Jingle Cruise is here! Guests will get to meet some of their favorite Disney characters in their best holiday attire while experiencing a simulated snowfall. Santa Jack! With all that said, we’re here to show you a first look at one of our favorite aspects of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party — the fireworks! You can purchase separate tickets for Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace. So pretty Tickets grant you access to a festive dessert buffet at Tomorrowland Terrace and a prime viewing spot with seating during Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks show. Click here to learn all about these fireworks dessert parties! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party requires a separate ticket for entry and can be purchased on the Walt Disney World website and My Disney Experience App. Tickets start at $159 per adult and run up to $199 per adult. Children ages 3-9 can receive discounted tickets that are about $10 less. The Party begins at 7PM, but guests can enter Magic Kingdom at 4PM. Complimentary cookies and drinks are offered at designated spots. Toy Soldiers at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party For all the latest holiday news coming out of Disney World, stay tuned right here at DFB! Click here to learn more about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! 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! Are you planning to purchase some dessert party tickets? Let us know in the comments! The post Come Watch an ✨ EXCLUSIVE Fireworks Show ✨ in Magic Kingdom With Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re snacking on cookies and drinking all the hot cocoa we can get our hands on! Christmas! That’s right, we’re at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom for the opening night celebration. We’re here to begin our holiday celebrations and to get in the festive spirit. And we’re bringing you with us! We have seen the crowds, gotten snacks, and gone on some rides, now it’s time to watch Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration. Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration is a stage show in front of Cinderella Castle that only happens during the exclusive holiday party. It features Mickey, Minnie, and the whole gang live on the stage singing our favorite holiday songs. So let’s check out this year’s show! The gang’s all here! Lots of people were gathered around the front of the castle while waiting for the show to start. The show plays multiple times per night at 7:40PM, 9:25PM, and 10:35PM. We made it for the first showing of the night because we just couldn’t wait! Wow! Talk about the ‘most merriest’ show ever! We had a ton of fun watching everyone singing, dancing, and spreading Christmas cheer. We hope you enjoy the show as much as did. Even Woody and Jessie showed up! For more Disney updates, keep following DFB! Check Out Our LIVE Coverage of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World 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! Do you enjoy watching the shows during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? Let us know in the comments! The post Come With Us To See Mickey's Most Merriest Celebration in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome, DFB readers, to one of the most exciting nights of the holiday season — the first night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! It’s time for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! We’re live tonight experiencing everything there is to see and do at this after-hours event — the entertainment, the merchandise, and especially the food. There are so many new snacks to try, and we headed over to The Friar’s Nook to try the FOUR special holiday treats they have! If you’re headed to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year, be sure to check out all of our reviews and advice for the event as well as our special merch, which you can shop by clicking below! Alright, alright. Back to the food! All four of these NEW snacks are ONLY available during the Christmas Party, so you’ll need to prioritize them towards the beginning of the night so they don’t sell out. These snacks are the Holiday Ham Fried Pie for $9.99, Italian Beef Tots for $11.49, Peppermint Snowman for $6.49, and Winter Milk Shake for $8.49. The spread! First up, we grabbed the new Holiday Ham Fried Pie. This is a flaky pastry filled with baked ham, candied sweet potatoes, and spiced pecans served with pineapple glaze. Holiday Ham Fried Pie What we weren’t expecting from this snack was how SWEET it is. If you love ham and sweet pineapple, you’ll love it. However, we feel a bit conflicted about it. At first bite, we loved that sweet and salty combination. Then, we’d have another bite and get the ick. Multiple reporters on our team felt this way about it. It’s worth a try for sure, but we probably won’t be getting it again. Holiday Ham Fried Pie We also tried the Italian Beef Tots, which are tots covered in slow-cooked beef, cheese curds, zesty giardiniera, and pot roast gravy. Tots! These are SO good. The tots are perfectly cooked to a crispy, golden brown and are topped with tender, savory beef. Plus, there’s a LOT of it, so you’re getting some bang for your buck for sure. It tasted like if a pot roast was put one tater tots. What we didn’t expect was the nice bit of kick to the dish. It was SPICY. The green peppers in the giardiniera added that spice ad a bit of tanginess. AS far as the cheese curds, they were dense, chewy, and added more texture. YUM. Moving on to dessert, we tried the Peppermint Snowman, which is a chocolate brownie topped with cookies ‘n cream peppermint mousse. One of our favorites! WE LOVED THIS. If you love mint and chocolate, this is for you. It tasted exactly like an Andes mint, but in brownie/mousse form. The brownie was rich and soft, and the mousse was creamy and tasted like whipped Oreos. We’d go back for this one again and again. And lastly, we washed it all down with the Winter Milk Shake, a non-alcoholic creamy coconut milk shake topped with whipped cream, toasted coconut, cinnamon, and crisp pearls. Winter Milk Shake Our coconut-loving reporter loved this one! If you don’t like coconut, you might find that this tastes like suntan lotion. However, if you’re a fan of coconut, it’s creamy, rich, and has a light flavor with fun, crispy pearls and shaved coconut for added texture. We’d get this one again, too! We’ll be here all night trying all the new snacks and bringing you the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB! Click here to check out more snacks we tried! 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! Which of these snacks are you most excited to try? Tell us below! The post REVIEW: You'll REGRET Forgetting About These New Treats at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re at the first night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom, and there’s SO MUCH to do! It’s CHRISTMAS! We’re watching Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade to spot Santa and marching toy soldiers, viewing Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks, and dancing the night away at Club Tinsel, and Disney Junior Jingle Jam. Of course, we can’t forget about all the tasty food at this exclusive party — and some of it is FREE! Disney announced more than 20 new treats coming to Magic Kingdom for the holiday party, including a Hot Cocoa Churro, a Sugar Plum Sundae, an Orange Gingerbread Shake, and so much more. Sugar Plum Sundae While we love to try out the new eats, it’s important to note that most of the snacks at Magic Kingdom are NOT included with your ticket. You’ll have to pay extra for these holiday treats. Click here to see photos and reviews of ALL the holiday treats at Magic Kingdom. However, there are some free snacks around the park during the party! You can get complimentary cookies and hot cocoa at designated locations around the park! Each location has a different free cookie and drink. Come with us to try them all! Columbia Harbour House Our first stop was Columbia Harbour House! Look for big peppermint-printed inflatables to find all the free treat locations. Columbia Harbour House Here, you can get a free chocolate chip cookie with hot cocoa. Chocolate Chip and Hot Cocoa Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café On to Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café! Treat time! Cast Members inside the restaurant were handing out the treats. Cosmic Ray’s This spot had snickerdoodles and hot cocoa. Snickerdoodle and Hot Cocoa Lunching Pad Time for the Lunching Pad! Lunching Pad This location was serving sugar cookies with green icing and white sprinkles, and apple cider was the drink. Sugar Cookie and Apple Cider Pinocchio Village Haus Over in Fantasyland, we stopped by Pinocchio Village Haus. Pinocchio Village Haus This location had red velvet cookies with hot cocoa. Red Velvet Cookie and Hot Cocoa Tortuga Tavern Just one more stop to go! This one is at Tortuga Tavern in Adventureland. Tortuga Tavern Here, you can get gingerbread cookies… Gingerbread Cookie …and eggnog! Eggnog We’ll be bringing you more first looks and news from tonight’s event, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney holiday updates! Click here to learn all about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! 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! Are you going to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year? Let us know in the comments. The post Where To Find 5 FREE COOKIES at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re back with more Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party treat reviews, DFB readers! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2023 Tonight we’re live from the first night of the event [LINK] and are trying out all the new party-exclusive snacks being introduced this year. We headed over to Sunshine Tree Terrace to try the TWO new treats they have available! This first treat is only available during the party, so if you want to snag it, you’ll want to grab it closer to the beginning of the night so they don’t sell out! The first snack is Santa’s Belt Buckle made of pistachio mousse with a dark chocolate truffle center and a chocolate buckle for $5.49. We were surprised by how much we liked this! It was absolutely incredible and possibly one of the best desserts we had all night. It was light and airy and leaned heavily on the pistachio flavor. We didn’t find it to be overly sweet but the chocolate in the middle did give it a nice sweetness. The shortbread gave the dessert a buttery flavor and a nice texture too. We wish we had ordered more! Inside You can also grab the non-alcoholic Cranberry Citrus Float with Orange-Vanilla Soft-serve Twist, which is an orange-vanilla soft-serve twist with Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry and fruity boba pearls for $6.29. This one is available during regular park hours as well! Cranberry Float We enjoyed this, but it tasted like a regular Citrus Swirl to us — which isn’t necessarily a bad thing, we just didn’t get that cranberry flavor we were hoping for! If you’re after something super cranberry-heavy, this isn’t it, But, it’s still a great treat and is quite pretty to look at! It was alright! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Mickey’s Very Christmas Party news! Check Out Our LIVE Coverage from Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World 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! Which of these treats would you plan on trying? Tell us below! The post We're Singing the Praises of a Belt Buckle in Disney World and No, We're Not Joking first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re live from the first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party of 2023 and are bringing you all the reviews on the party-exclusive snacks. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2023 Not only that, we’re checking out all the entertainment, character meet and greets, and more. Come with us to Sleepy Hollow Refreshments for all of their special offerings! There are two new treats at this spot that can only be bought during the party. The first is the Holiday Waffle Sundae, which is a house-made red velvet waffle topped with M&M’s chocolate candies, peppermint ice cream, and hot fudge for $7.79. It is a great size — easily shareable with two or three people. The waffle fills up the whole plate! It was a very dark red velvet cake waffle with a good chocolatey flavor. Along with the chocolate syrup on top, we loved the minty, cool, peppermint ice cream. The ice cream melts quickly, since the waffle is hot, which makes it something you want to eat rather fast. The red and green candies on top are a fun addition and add an extra texture and crunch. Holiday Waffle Sundae You can also grab the Milk and Cookies for Santa, which is a brown sugar cookie cake topped with chocolate chip cookie dough mousse, milk mousse, and chocolate chip cookies for $6.49. Milk and Cookies for Santa This one is definitely a single serving — not something we’d share. The portion size seems a bit pricey for what you get compared to the waffle sundae. It has a milk mousse on the top that really does taste like milk, along with a brown sugar cake in the center, and on the bottom is a chocolate chip cookie dough mousse. Altogether this tastes rich and decadent — like a grown-up version of eating raw cookie dough. The cookies on top are nothing special. The cake has a really light texture and the brown sugar flavor is very enjoyable. It’s the best part of the dish. It was on the small side. There’s more where this came from too — stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news! Check Out Our LIVE Coverage of This Year’s Party Here 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! Which of these treats would you be most excited to try? Tell us below! The post We Found the BEST NEW Treat at Disney World for Under first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re looking for the perfect drinking spot in Disneyland during the holidays, this next booth is the one for you. Brews & Bites The 2023 Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays has kicked off at Disneyland Resort and will allow guests the opportunity to devour some tasty eats and drinks, check out unique entertainment, and more now through January 7th, 2024. The Brews & Bites booth has a lot to offer and we’re sharing our full thoughts with you! Menu Over at the Brews & Bites booth, you’ll find a variety of available items. While there’s only one bite on the menu, there are PLENTY of drinks to be had — both new and returning! Brews & Bites Menu Now that we’ve taken a look at the menu, let’s dive into the food itself! Eats The only item on the menu to munch on is the returning IMPOSSIBLE Chorizo Queso Fundido with house-made tortilla chips for $7.50. Impossible Chorizo Queso Fundido Last year we loved this dish and couldn’t even tell the meat wasn’t real — it was so flavorful! The chips were salty and crispy and paired very well with the dip. If you’re looking for a tasty, salty snack to use to scoop up that delicious cheese, we highly recommend grabbing this one. Drinks There are TONS of drinks to grab at this booth. We started with the Churro Ale with Frozen Beer Slush, which is churro ale with a frozen slush of beer, butterscotch, gingerbread, and house-made churro toffee syrups for $17. This is a new item this year that we were really looking forward to trying! Churro Ale with Frozen Beer Slush We thought that this drink really tasted like liquid gingerbread. There was a strong toffee flavor, and that syrup thickened the drink ever so slightly to give it a sort of thick aftertaste. It wasn’t a slushie by any means, but it drank more like a chilled draught or IPA. It’s served very cold, so it was super refreshing! Churro Ale with Frozen Beer Slush The butterscotch flavor was subtle, but it balanced out the gingerbread enough that the drink was definitely not one-note. It added a level of sweetness but wasn’t overpowering. We thought $17 was a bit expensive, but if you’re a huge fan of churros, you should give this drink a try! It tasted sort of like churros in drink form. We also grabbed the Garage Brewing Co. Churro Ale for $13. This is another new addition this year! Churro Ale This drink was quite a bit smaller, which makes sense with the $13 price tag. Although it’s the cheapest drink on the menu, it doesn’t have the lowest alcohol content at 6.1%, so there’s something to be said there as far as bang for your buck. The churro flavor in this drink isn’t overpowering, but it’s definitely there. It drinks like a normal ale, and the aftertaste has the churro flavor. Each sip strengthens that flavor as you go. Overall it’s very pleasant and is a fun holiday drink! Churro Ale If you don’t like churros, first of all, how dare you. But second of all, this won’t be your favorite drink, so we recommend trying something else on the menu! There are also a variety of festive beer flights on the menu: Holiday Flight for $18.50 includes Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Mouthful of Miracles Cold IPA, Ballast Point Brewing Co. Grunion Pale Ale, Unsung Brewing Co. Agents of Anaheim Vienna Lager, and Bottle Logic Brewing Co. Study Break Sweet Stout. Festive Favorites Flight for $18.50 that includes Two Coast Brewing Co. Saint Father Authentic Oktoberfest Festbier, Eureka Brewing Co. Hibiscus Bloom Blonde Ale, Brewery X Feliz Guavidad IPA, and LA Bodega Brewing Co. Mama Coco Coconut Milk Stout. Brewed Traditions Flight for $19 that includes Boulevard Brewing Company Quirk Hard Seltzer – Cranberry Apple Cinnamon, Golden Road Brewing Christmas Cart Wheat Ale, Allagash Brewing Curieux Bourbon Barrel-Aged Golden Ale, and Rogue Brewing Co. Hazelnut Brown Nectar Brown Ale. Now that’s not all that’s available at this booth! You can also grab the following drinks when you visit: Boulevard Brewing Company Quirk Hard Seltzer – Cranberry Apple Cinnamon (New) – $15.25 Two Coast Brewing Co. Saint Father Authentic Oktoberfest Festbier – $15.25 Unsung Brewing Co. Agents of Anaheim Vienna Lager (New) – $14.00 Golden Road Brewing Christmas Cart Wheat Ale – $14.00 Eureka Brewing Co. Hibiscus Bloom Blonde Ale (New) – $14.00 Ballast Point Brewing Co. Grunion Pale Ale (New) – $14.00 Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Mouthful of Miracles Cold IPA (New) – $14.00 Brewery X Feliz Guavidad IPA (New) – $14.00 Rogue Brewing Co. Hazelnut Brown Nectar Brown Ale (New) – $14.00 Allagash Brewing Curieux Bourbon Barrel-Aged Golden Ale – $14.25 Bottle Logic Brewing Co. Study Break Sweet Stout (New) – $15.25 OVERALL Overall, these were both really fun drinks! We liked that they had the unique churro and gingerbread flavors, which make them great for the holiday season. This is definitely not the best booth if you’re hungry (with only one food option), but it’s probably the best choice if you’re just looking for some unique and tasty drinks. CHEERS from Brews & Bites! That’s it for this booth, but there’s still so much to cover! Click here to see FULL menus and food photos of EVERY. SINGLE. BOOTH. at the Festival of Holidays at Disneyland Resort! Trying to plan the PERFECT trip to the Festival? We’ll be keeping you updated on all of the latest. Click our links below for the information you need to know: See our full page on the Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays here Check out ALL of the Festival menus here And stay tuned for more Disney news! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! 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It’s true. It’s time for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! One of the BEST parts of attending one of Disney World’s special-ticketed after hours event is being able to ride all the rides with shorter waits and a little bit of extra magic. We attended the first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party of the year on November 9th, so we were checking out all things hip and happening. One thing that we had been looking forward to was being able to ride the recently-added TRON: Lightcycle / Run ride during the holiday party. Disney announced in the summer that the virtual queue (VQ) for the ride would be available during both Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in 2023. We were able to use the VQ throughout the Halloween season, but will it be easy and seamless to use for the holidays? Let’s see! During the holiday parties, the virtual queue opens at 6PM when the party officially begins. On November 9th, we were able to score a spot in the virtual queue right at 6. ©Disney To join the queue, you must have a valid Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Ticket linked to your My Disney Experience account. The process was easy for us and we were able to grab one the first time without any trouble, and were placed in Group 192. There were actually still available spots until around 6:17 — which is pretty impressive! ©Disney Our boarding group was called at around 9:50, and by then, we noticed that boarding groups had filled up for the evening. TRON Even if you receive a boarding group, you might not be called in time to ride before the party ends. Even after the boarding group is called, you still might end up waiting in a long physical queue once you arrive to the attraction. TRON Lightcycle / Run We’ll keep you updated as the night goes on as to whether or not we’re able to ride! Make sure to follow along here at DFB for all things Disney and holiday news. Looking for more things we’re doing at this year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? Click here! 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! Will you be attending Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Here’s the Tea on the TRON Virtual Queue During Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re back with another treat review from Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Not only are we trying all the snacks at this after-hours event, but we’re live from the event and will be all evening to keep you updated on all the latest excitement. We’re heading over to Storybook Treats to try their party-exclusive treat — come with us to check it out! At Storybook Treats you can grab the Sugar Plum Sundae, which is only available for at the party, for $8.29. It’s made of sugar plum soft-serve atop sugar cookie crumbs and topped with whipped cream, crisp pearls, and cotton candy. Sugar Plum Sundae The sugar plum soft-serve was an interesting flavor but we enjoyed it! It was fruity and slightly sweet, but there were hints of warm winter spices. The sauce on top was on the tart side, and the chef actually came out and chatted with us for a bit — he let us know it was a cherry sauce. Y’all don’t know what a sugar plum is either, right? Right? The cotton candy melted so quickly we almost didn’t get to try it, but we were able to try enough to know that it was your basic, regular cotton candy — nothing to get too excited about. We especially loved the sugar cookie base, it was like a dense chewy cookie that added a fun, crumbly texture. It was interesting! We enjoyed this one more than we thought we would, so give it a try if you’re heading to this festive event. Stay tuned to DFB — we’ll bring you all the latest updates from the party! See Our LIVE Coverage of This Event Right Here 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! Would you try this snack? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: I Don't Know What a Sugar Plum Is and at This Point I'm Too Afraid To Ask (But This Magic Kingdom Treat Is So Good I Don't Care) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We hope you’re not tired of the holidays yet because it’s only just begun! Golden Oak Outpost Tonight we’re live from the first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party of 2023 trying all the food, checking out the merchandise, and telling you everything there is to know about this year’s event. There are so many exclusive snacks to try, and we’re hitting them all — come with us to try the two new snacks at Golden Oak Outpost! Both of these snacks are totally new this year and can only be bought during the party. Prices The first is the Orange Gingerbread Shake (non-alcoholic), which is an orange cream slushy layered with gingerbread cookie crumbles and topped with whipped cream, and gingerbread spice. The shake costs $8.49. Orange Gingerbread Shake Unfortunately, we did NOT like this shake. At all. It has a very strong artificial orange flavor that reminded us of an orange Tic Tac. Orange Gingerbread Shake The warmth from the cinnamon hits you a little later on the back of your tongue, and we thought it was a weird combination with the orange. The aftertaste was a little bit bizarre and lingered for a long time. Orange Gingerbread Shake We could totally see the vision for this treat: A Christmas-y orange creamsicle milkshake sounds fantastic. Unfortunately, it just didn’t come to life here. Orange Gingerbread Shake and Cake We also grabbed the Gingerbread Cake layered with cream cheese frosting and dulce de leche ganache topped with a gingerbread man chocolate piece. You can get it for $5.99. Gingerbread Cake This treat was much better in our opinion! The cake was light, fluffy, and moist. Gingerbread Cake The cream cheese frosting was great as well. It was thick and creamy and held the treat together well. Gingerbread Cake The gingerbread flavors added some nice spice that we really enjoyed! We got a little bit of the dulce de leche flavor in between bites too, which was sweet and delicious. Gingerbread Cake The little gingerbread decoration on top is white chocolate. Gingerbread Cake We’ll be here all night bringing you all the latest news from the event, so stay tuned to DFB! Follow along with us at the party! 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! Which of these snacks would you try? Tell us below! The post REVIEW: If You Have To Spend in Magic Kingdom, Don’t Spend It On This Treat. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re LIVE from Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2023 This festive event brings exclusive characters, entertainment, merch, and, of course — snacks — to Disney World and we’re bringing you with us to check it all out. Right now, we’re bringing you with us to try an exclusive new treat from Casey’s Corner! We stopped by Casey’s Corner to grab the Candy Cane Tart! This is a chocolate tart filled with peppermint ganache and topped with festive meringue — and just look at it! It’s available exclusively during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and you can grab it for $5.79. Disney’s version of a Thin Mint! We were instantly reminded of a Thin Mint cookie when we tried this peppermint treat! The chocolate crust and the peppermint chocolate mousse went so well together. While the crust does crumble easily, we didn’t find this dessert difficult to eat by hand. There’s crystallized sugar on top that also adds a nice crunch to your bite. It was tasty! We’d suggest stopping by Casey’s to grab this treat if you love Girl Scout Thin Mints or peppermint mochas. Even if you’re not a huge peppermint fan, we recommend you give it a try. The reporter who tried this one isn’t a huge fan of peppermint but still REALLY liked this snack. We’ll be experiencing everything Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has to offer, like more treats, entertainment, rides, and more. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest news from around Disney World! We’re LIVE at the FIRST 2023 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party — Come With Us! 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! Are you going to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: This New Magic Kingdom Snack Is Giving Thin Mint and We LOVE It! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Can you believe the holidays are already here?! Happy holidays! Yep, it might only be the beginning of November, but Disney is celebrating! We’ve already seen decorations go up in the parks, and tonight, we’re at the first night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! We’re checking out everything the party has to offer. So, come along with us to review a new dessert! We’re heading over to try a new party-exclusive treat at Cool Ship in Magic Kingdom. It’s the Magic Holiday Tree, and it’s available for $4.25. Magic Holiday Tree The Magic Holiday Tree is a tart-like pastry with coconut, pecans, and M&M’s chocolate candies on a graham cracker crust. Magic Holiday Tree This could be described as a coconutty take on a pecan pie, but greener than the Grinch, so how did it measure up when we tasted it? Well, it sure is coconutty. That’s definitely the main flavor we got. It was better than we anticipated, though, and it has a subtle sweetness that people might like if they’re not into super rich, chocolatey desserts that are more common throughout the holidays. The biggest disappointment when it comes to this snack is the almost nonexistent graham cracker crust. We would have loved the taste and texture of it! It’s definitely coconutty! This snack is okay, it’s good, but it’s not knock your socks off. We probably wouldn’t go back and get it again, but we don’t regret trying it at all. If you hate coconut, don’t get this treat. However, if you’re okay with that taste and texture and are looking for a more subtle sweet treat, this one might be worth a try. Magic Holiday Tree This treat is ONLY available at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party (which is happening on select dates between now and December 22nd), so you gotta get a ticket to the event if you wanna try it. Click here to check out ALL of the treats at the party this year! Have you checked out the latest Disney-themed t-shirts in our store? Click here – you’ll want to pick some up before your next Disney trip! The DFB Ugly Christmas Sweater T-Shirt is perfect for the season! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney food news, reviews, and updates. Click here to follow along with us LIVE at the Christmas Party! 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! Do you want to try this new treat out for yourself? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: This Disney World Treat Was Definitely Meant for the Grinch… first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Jingling bells, decking the halls, and those alluring sugar plum fairies — yep, the holidays are here! It’s TIME! We’re at the first night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! We’re checking out everything the party has to offer. So, come along with us to try out some new holiday eats! We’re heading over to try the new party-exclusive bites at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe in Magic Kingdom. Holiday Pot Roast Melt The Holiday Pot Roast Melt is a hearty sandwich with slow-cooked beef on thick toast with cheddar and provolone cheese and beef gravy. Holiday Pot Roast Melt Could this be the perfect sandwich? Tender, juicy beef, TWO (2!!!!) kinds of cheese, and gravy!! We genuinely want this to be the most perfect sandwich, so let’s dive in and see if it delivers! Holiday Pot Roast Melt We LOVED this sandwich. The pot roast was so savory and fatty, it just melted in our mouths. It really was just like a homemade pot roast that we’d make in the Crockpot! Holiday Pot Roast Melt The cheese was really good, and the bread was soft and warm. Overall it was a delicious snack and the epitome of comfort food. Holiday Pot Roast Melt We could’ve used an acidic element to balance out all the heavy, warm flavors, but we’d definitely still get this sandwich again. Holiday Pot Roast Melt You can grab this unique holiday sandwich at Cosmic Ray’s for $12.79. Holiday Turkey Burger The Holiday Turkey Burger is a burger with a turkey patty topped with traditional stuffing, provolone cheese, and cranberry chutney on a brioche bun. Holiday Turkey Burger This could be Disney’s answer to the perfect and sublime Holiday Sandwich at Earl of Sandwich. But now we need to know “who wore it better” and chow down. Holiday Turkey Burger First of all, we need to talk about how HUGE this burger is! It’s a bit of a monster, with the stuffing building it up so high that it’s pretty difficult to get a whole bite of all the elements. Holiday Turkey Burger This burger was also pretty incredible. It is a HEAVY meal, so you could definitely split it with someone if you’re hoping to try lots of different treats at the party. Holiday Turkey Burger The burger itself was fairly basic, but the stuffing was loaded with flavor. It was a bit on the mushy side, but the flavor was great and the cranberry made for a perfect sweet-and-savory bite. Holiday Turkey Burger We loved the texture that the apple added to the cranberry chutney as well! You can grab this special holiday burger at Cosmic Ray’s for $12.59. Christmas Cookie Cake The Christmas Cookie Cake is a Christmas cookie cake roll with buttercream and topped with holiday sprinkles. Christmas Cookie Cake Is it a cookie? Is it a cake? Is it a cake-flavored cookie or a cookie-flavored cake? We have so many questions that we can’t wait to try this treat! Christmas Cookie Cake This treat is WILD. If you’re a fan of those “break and bake” sugar cookies from the grocery store, you’ll absolutely love this. That’s exactly what the “cake” part tasted like! Christmas Cookie Cake The icing really reminded us of real buttercream icing. Overall this was a super fun, tasty, and high-quality treat. 10/10 recommend. You can get it for $6.49! Full Spread All three of these bites are ONLY available at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party (which is happening on select dates between now and December 22nd), so you gotta get a ticket to the event if you wanna try it. Click here to check out ALL of the treats at the party this year! Have you checked out the latest Disney-themed t-shirts in our store? Click here – you’ll want to pick some up before your next Disney trip! The DFB Ugly Christmas Sweater T-Shirt is perfect for the season! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney food news, reviews, and updates. Click here to follow along with us LIVE at the Christmas Party! 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! Do you want to try any of these menu items out for yourself? Tell us in the comments! The post WARNING: Reading This Magic Kingdom Treat Review Will Cause Impulsive Last-Minute Disney World Trips first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s officially the holiday season in Disney World and you know what that means… It’s TIME! …Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has arrived in Magic Kingdom! We’re live from the sold-out, first night of this year’s party and we’re checking out all the eats, characters, rides, entertainment, and of course — merch! This year, a new and exclusive piece of merch has rolled out for the party and we’re bringing you with us to see what it’s all about. Introducing the Mickey Mouse Toy Soldier Popcorn Bucket! It is available exclusively at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and you can get it for $28 at various popcorn carts around Magic Kingdom. How festive does the Main Mouse look in his toy soldier outfit? Mickey! He looks just like the toy soldiers from Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, and is ready to play his trumpet! The popcorn goes into a compartment on his back, and it’s on the smaller side so keep that in mind — it doesn’t really hold a whole lot of popcorn, but you can get it served on the side if you want as well. The popcorn is included with your purchase, but there is a limit of 2 of these bad boys per person. Popcorn! What do you think of this new popcorn bucket? Will you be snagging it at the party? Stay tuned to DFB for even more coverage of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Click Here for Our LIVE Coverage of This Year’s Party 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! Would you buy this popcorn bucket? Tell us in the comments. The post Alright, Pack It In. This Is the COOLEST Popcorn Bucket at Magic Kingdom Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The party continues over at Magic Kingdom on the first night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Toy Soldiers at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party We’re live from the event tonight bringing you all the latest news, and now we’re on our way to Main Street Bakery to check out their exclusive holiday party treat! You can grab the Letter to Santa treat over at Main Street Bakery for $5.49. This is made with flourless chocolate cake, hot cocoa mousse, and marshmallows topped with chocolate pieces. And how adorable is it that it’s shaped like a mailbox for all the letters to Santa?! Letter to Santa This flour-less chocolate cake might be deceiving as it holds its form so perfectly, but it is really chocolate MOUSSE! The smooth and fluffy mousse was amazing. There’s marshmallow in the middle (that almost looks like a hidden Mickey!) which adds so much to the chocolate flavor. Is that a hidden Mickey?! It’s a little messy if you’re picking it up to eat because all the decorative sugar, icing, and white chocolate pieces tend to fall off. For $5.49, anyone who is a fan of chocolate and/or marshmallow would really enjoy this treat. If you’re not a big fan of Disney’s mousse, then perhaps you’d want to try another party treat! We’re bringing you all the latest updates from the party, so stay tuned to DFB! The Most Hilariously Terrifying Meet and Greet at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Disney World 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! Would you try this snack? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: This Magic Kingdom Snack Is Making All of Our Dreams Come True first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy holidays from Disney World! Happy holidays! We’re live from the sold-out first night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and we’re bringing you with us to check out all the treats, merchandise, entertainment, rides, characters, and more. There’s so much to do in so little time, and the longest line at this party probably isn’t what you might think! There are so many characters available to meet at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party — including some pretty rare and obscure ones we don’t often see in the parks! And, those rare characters can garner some pretty long wait which is exactly the case this year with one pair in particular. Jack and Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas had a 120-minute wait before the party had even officially started! WHOA Check out this line! The party hadn’t even officially started yet when we stopped by, but it seemed pretty clear to us that Jack and Sally are one of the most popular attractions at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. The shorter line you can see in the video is to meet Mickey. A Cast Member we spoke with said that coming later in the evening and right before the parade is usually your best bet for a shorter wait. Just don’t wait too long because we’ve seen them pack it in early in past years. A Cast Member we talked to said the wait time would likely drop once the party begins, but that’s quite the long wait! Since you have limited hours to see and do everything during this party, spending your time in line meeting characters might not be at the top of your list, but if you get the chance we recommend saying hi to some of your favorites. Toy Soldiers at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party We stopped by later in the evening, and the wait was only 15 minutes! Santa Jack! We’ll be bringing you live coverage of the first night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Follow Along as We Experience Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World! 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! Are you going to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year? Tell us in the comments. The post You'll Be SHOCKED That THIS Is the Longest Line at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It’s time for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! That’s right! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has officially begun at Disney World, and of course — we were among the first group of folks to celebrate all things merry and bright in Magic Kingdom on November 9th. We love the Christmas Party for many reasons, from the food and treats to the exclusive merchandise. One of the BEST parts, though, is the ability to meet all sorts of fan-favorite Disney characters as well as special seasonal characters. This year, there’s a NEW meet and greet available, and it’s… Well… It’s something. So, if you’ve been to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party before, then you probably recognize the larger-than-life toy soldiers that march through Magic Kingdom during the parade. The toy soldiers Well, this year, you can MEET them during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! They greeted us on Market Street as we were headed in for the party. Toy Soldiers Well, we use the term “greeted” very loosely. They kind of just… stared at us. And stomped their feet a little. We are equal parts enthralled and terrified of this new addition. The blank stare… You okay, buddy? Well, if you want to meet them, too, just be on the lookout as you’re entering the party on Market Street. You know, the walkway they open up behind Tony’s Town Square? The soldiers seem to be a big hit this year, as they’re the star of the show on the complimentary ornament that you’ll be given along with your wrist band at this year’s event. Check it out! Toy Soldier Ornament Well, we’ll continue to keep you updated if we run into anything else that’s new or terrifying. Or terrifyingly new. Or newly terrifying. Follow along for more! Click here to stay updated with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party ALL. NIGHT. LONG. 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 do you think of the soldiers? Let us know in the comments! The post The Most Hilariously Terrifying Meet and Greet at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the holiday season at Walt Disney World, and with that comes special events, food, and merchandise! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2023! A big seasonal event is returning to Magic Kingdom and with that comes fantastic holiday goodies. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is back and we’ve got a FIRST LOOK at some great new merchandise inspired by this year’s event! We’ve already seen some Christmas merch make an appearance at Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom, and now with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party swinging into action, the holiday selection is growing even bigger. On our most recent trip to Emporium, we found some really exciting new Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party merchandise that we definitely had to share with you! With a Joy to the World holiday ornament printed on the front, this fun, red shirt is $34.99! The ornament is on a T-shirt! Last, but not least, this beautiful Holiday Cheer pin is also for sale during the party! It’s $19.99. And another cute holiday pin Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party still has some tickets available which can be purchased on the Walt Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. The event runs for 25 select nights from November 9th through December 22nd and will feature special shows, a classic parade, some rides with holiday overlays, dance parties, and a holiday fireworks spectacular. Holiday-themed attire is welcomed and complimentary snacks and drinks will be offered at designated spots in Magic Kingdom. Santa at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party We’ll keep you posted on all the latest news and great merch finds at Disney World this holiday season and beyond, so be sure to stay tuned right here at DFB! ALL the Rides Open During Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World 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 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party merch do you plan to add to your home decor? Let us know in the comments! The post EVERY. SINGLE. PIECE of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Merchandise With Prices in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There is SO much to cover at this year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and we’re here to see and do it ALL! Christmas in Magic Kingdom We’re coming to you live from the event all through the evening, and one of our main missions is to try all the party-exclusive snacks. It’s a big task, but we’re up for it, and we just tried a Hot Cocoa Churro that you need to know about! You can find the Hot Cocoa Churro for $7 at the outdoor vending locations near Cinderella Castle. This churro is rolled in hot cocoa powder and topped with marshmallows and peppermint candy pieces. The best part? This snack is actually available during the party AND during regular park hours! Now, as far as Disney World churros go (which we know aren’t quite as good as Disneyland churros for some reason), this one was surprisingly good! In fact, it’s one of the best we’ve tried. We loved the peppermint flavor, but know that it is pretty heavy on the peppermint. Somehow, those Disney chefs managed to make it really taste like peppermint hot cocoa! Hot Cocoa Churro That said, this thing is all rolled around in cocoa powder, so it’s a little dry. Plus, like many other Disney World churros, it’s hard and crunchy, not soft and chewy. Those mini marshmallows and sugary marshmallow drizzle were a nice addition, though. It’s pretty festive! If you consider yourself a hot cocoa lover and a peppermint person through and through, this might be for you! But honestly, this isn’t the best snack in Magic Kingdom — those hard, dry churros just can’t seem to get it together for us. Would you give this a try? On the churro scale, we’ll rank this one pretty high, but on the overall Magic Kingdom snack scale, this one doesn’t come CLOSE to our old favorites. We’ll be trying all the holiday treats over the next few days, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest reviews! Follow along for more Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party news HERE! 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! Would you try this churro? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Is This NEW Disney World Churro BOTH Delicious and Disappointing? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s TIME! SANTA at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is BACK. We are exploring all the ins and outs of the party to give you the inside details on what you should eat, what you should do with your time, and whether the party is worth the money. But before we can do all of that, we wanted to show you the 2023 Very Merry Park Map! Here’s the 2023 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party map! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Map 2023 Inside, you will find the locations for all of the holiday-themed snacks you can get at the party. Not all restaurants will be open during the party, and the ones that ARE open might not be open the whole time. Look closely beside each restaurant listed on the map to make sure your planned visit is within operating hours. Snacks can be found underneath “Food and Beverage” and “Treat Location” The map also lists times for the parade, fireworks, and castle show. You can check out which attractions have special ride overlays here as well. It’s all in the map! There’s also an easy-to-navigate Christmas-themed map of Magic Kingdom right above the guide so that you can easily see where you are based on landmarks and park icons. Map We’ll keep bringing you ALL the updates about this year’s party, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. Click here to learn more about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! 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! Are you attending this year’s party? Let us know in the comments. The post FIRST LOOK at the MAP at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Oh, there’s no place like home for the HOLIDAYS! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2023 Disney World wastes no time saying goodbye to spooky season and hello to sweater weather festivities. We’ve already had a look at themed decorations and spotted the first of the wintery merchandise, but now it’s time to deck the halls with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Follow along with us as we check out OPENING NIGHT of Disney World’s exclusive after-hours Holiday event! We’ll be updating this post throughout the night as we experience more of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, so keep checking back for the latest! Before we really get things started for tonight’s fa-la-la-la-la fun, here’s a little background on the event. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a separately ticketed event that happens on select nights in Magic Kingdom from now through December 22nd. It takes place after the park closes to regular guests for the day (the park closes early on party days, at 6PM) and requires you to buy a separate ticket to attend. It’s the holiday season! If you don’t have to have a regular Magic Kingdom ticket for the day, no worries — your ticket to the party will get you into the park. However, if you’re already planning on being in Magic Kingdom earlier in the day with your park admission and a Park Pass Reservation, you can get into the park three hours before the party starts! Although the parties officially start at 7PM, you can get in as early as 4PM with just the event’s ticket. Magic Kingdom Entrance Tickets start at $159 and go up to $199, depending on the date you choose to buy tickets for. You can take a look at all of the dates and pricing right here! There are a lot of things returning to the party this year and some new stuff, so let’s get into it. Click here to see all of the DATES and PRICING for the Christmas Party! Getting Started As we mentioned earlier, if you have a ticket to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, you can get into Magic Kingdom starting at 4PM on the day of the party without having any other kind of park ticket or a Park Pass Reservation. Tonight’s event is sold out Once you scan into the park, you will be given a wristband by a Cast Member. Wristband distribution This year’s wristband is pretty plain-looking. Wristband If you’ve already used a park ticket earlier to experience Magic Kingdom for the day (meaning you’ve scanned a separate park ticket for entrance earlier in the day), you can pick up your wristband at different spots around the park — like this one in Adventureland. Wristband distribution Make sure you keep your wristband on throughout the night as that’s how the Cast Members will know you’re there for the party! Crowds When we arrived right before 4PM, there were already a LOT of people lined up waiting to get inside the park. WHOA We made our way over to the entrance and joined the line of other people waiting to get into the party like us! There is SO much Holiday fun to be had at this year’s party. We’ll continue to update this post as the night goes on! Click here to learn how to join the virtual queue for the party! Stay tuned for more holiday news! ALL the Rides Open During Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World 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! Are you planning to attend Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year? Tell us what you’re looking forward to most in the comments! The post We’re LIVE at the FIRST 2023 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party — Come With Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re just going to say it — if you’re trying to avoid booking a spontaneous trip to Disneyland for the holiday season, this isn’t the post for you right now! Merry Mashups The 2023 Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays has officially begun, and there is so much to eat and do. From now through January 7th, 2024, you can try all the tasty eats and drinks your heart desires, watch unique entertainment, and more! Wondering just what you can eat at the Merry Mashups booth? We just tried everything there and are giving you our FULL thoughts. Menu Over at the Merry Mashups booth, you’ll find many different options. Two of these items are new this year, and we can’t wait to try them out! There’s a returning Southern Mac ‘n Cheese, and a new Maple Hazlenut Hot Buttered Rum and Santa’s Milk & Cookies Hot Cocoa drink. YUM! Menu Now that we’ve seen the menu, it’s time to EAT! Eats Here, you can grab the Southern Mac & Cheese with andouille sausage and spiced panko crunch for $9. This item is totally new to us, but it looked…well…it looked a little greasy. Okay, we won’t lie — it looked a lot greasy. Southern Mac and Cheese However, looks can be deceiving, and despite all that grease, we found it pretty tasty. It has a tiny bit of kick, thanks to the andouille sausage and spiced panko, but it’s not so spicy that you really notice it. But still — it’s got a lot of grease in it. Pretty greasy We get that Southern food does tend to be a bit oily, but we think it’s a little overboard here. It’s not the WORST mac and cheese we’ve had, but it’s also not the best. Drinks There are two drinks on the menu here, the first being the new Santa’s Milk & Cookies Hot Cocoa, which is inspired by the Disney+ series The Santa Clauses. It contains whole milk, cookies and cream powder, and white chocolate with whipped cream for $7. This is a GREAT hot cocoa with a cookies and cream taste. It’s also very smooth (and not powdery, which sometimes happens with hot cocoa). We’d drink this again. Santa’s Milk & Cookies Hot Cocoa The other option is the Maple Hazelnut Hot Buttered Rum made with dark rum, butter, hazelnut paste, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove with a salted caramel whipped cream for $17. Okay, first – WHEW! The rum packs a serious punch. It is STRONG. But it had such a lovely sweet and salty butterscotch-like flavor. The salted caramel topping added just a nice touch of sweet and savory. Maple Hazelnut Hot Buttered Rum Once again, this one is totally new to us, so we were looking forward to trying it out, and it did not disappoint! OVERALL Merry Mashups certainly delivered on the drinks, and we would order both the hot cocoa and buttered rum again without thinking about it. We’re still not completely sold on the food item here, and we would’ve liked it to have a little less grease, but some people might love that about it. Merry Mashups Spread That’s it for this booth, but there’s a LOT more where that came from! Click here to see FULL menus and food photos of EVERY. SINGLE. BOOTH. at the Festival of Holidays at Disneyland Resort! Trying to plan the PERFECT trip to the Festival? We’ll be keeping you updated on all of the latest. Click our links below for the information you need to know: See our full page on the Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays here Check out ALL of the Festival menus here And stay tuned for more Disney news! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Will you be visiting the Festival of Holidays? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: These Drinks Are SO GOOD We’ll Be Dreaming About Them for a Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article