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Welcome to the ULTIMATE Disney World food video! Part of Your World cone Be prepared for lots and lots of EPIC eats, mouth-watering desserts, fun-and-fruity cocktails, as well as TONS of extra pro tips along the way to help YOU make the most out of your next bout of Disney dining experiences. Check out our video below: Disney 50 Things EVERYONE Should Eat in Disney World Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more Disney news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite food to eat in Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post DFB Video: 50 Things EVERYONE Should Eat in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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In recent years, we’ve become accustomed to rapid outbreaks of COVID-19. The world has seen shutdowns, worn masks, and 6-foot proximity limits. Luckily, most of these restrictions have been lifted around the globe and people are traveling and living life again. COVID-19 Sign in Disney World As people roam around visiting other countries, it is possible that they might be carrying other passengers and not even be aware of it. But Paris is now blatantly aware that they have new inhabitants in their city. But these guys are a cause for concern and not welcome there. Find out what has made Paris their new home below. Over this past summer, Paris had been alerted that some hotels and vacation apartments had begun to have some unwelcome guests. Yep, that’s right, they were finding bedbugs. Now, only 10 months before the Summer Olympics, the bed bugs have infested FAR more than just the hotels and vacation rentals. Eiffel Tower in EPCOT’s France Pavilion First, they were in the hotels, then they started being noticed in movie theaters, and now Parisians are finding bed bugs in the public high-speed trains and buses! Passengers notice the bugs only once it’s too late and can’t exit the train until the next stop. They have to closely check their seats before sitting down and keep their fabric bags on the floor away from the seats. Bedbugs inside a home just outside of Paris via CBS News Unlike hitch-hiking ghosts, these little guys can absolutely go home with the train passengers. Teams of bug terminators are being called out all around Paris, costing individuals upwards of $500 to eradicate their homes of these tiny visitors. Unfortunately, they are now even making their way to Morocco via the trains! However, Morocco has set precautions in place to hopefully prevent further infestation. Morocco pavilion in EPCOT The 2024 Summer Olympics are set to take place in Paris in only a few months. Hopefully, they can be rid of this problem before millions of people from around the world travel there to watch the athletes compete. Currently, we have not heard if this issue is affecting Disneyland Paris. For more travel and planning information, keep following the Disney Food Blog! Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The Airline with the MOST Flight Delays and Cancellations This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe Will you be traveling to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Bedbugs Have Taken Over Paris first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Planning a trip to Disney World can be super stressful — especially if you’re on a very limited budget. Fall in Disney World We here at DFB are here to help you plan a trip no matter what your budget is. We’ve crunched the numbers and done the research and are confident we can help you plan the CHEAPEST trip to Disney World. Flying First things first, it’s time to get your flights for as cheap as possible. Tickets will get more and more expensive the closer you get to your departure date, so you need to book your flights AT LEAST 3 weeks in advance. Yes, it is possible the airline could reduce ticket prices a few days prior if they’re trying to get more seats filled, but that’s a very risky bet we don’t recommend taking. Disney Store in MCO Airport Additionally, try to pack the LEAST amount possible so you’re not paying for overweight bags or extra bags. Many airlines allow you to bring one personal item and one carry-on bag for free — be sure to check the dimensions of the bags allowed on the airline’s website before you fly! Pack those bags as light as you can! Now you’ve made it to Orlando Airport and you need to make it to Disney World. Disney no longer offers free transportation to and from the airport, so you have a few different options. You can take Mears Connect and pay around $30-$40 per person, or can take a rideshare (like Uber or Lyft) for a fluctuating price. Typically a rideshare to Disney World from the airport costs around $35, but it does depend on factors such as time of day and day of the week. Rideshare sign However, you can also choose to rent a car (the most expensive option) to have the ability to travel around Orlando at your leisure. Driving What if you choose to drive to Disney World instead? This can be cheaper than flying, depending on what part of the country you live in. We suggest taking your car’s gas mileage and comparing it to how long you’ll have to drive overall to see how many times you’ll need to stop for gas, as well as what the average price of gas is at the time. Disney World Don’t forget to add in what a hotel stay overnight would cost you! It’s important to rest on long road trips so no one is too tired while driving. Keep in mind though that this means it will take you longer to reach your destination, so you’ll need to add at least two more days onto your trip that will just be spent driving. Magic Kingdom entrance Many hotels and even some gas stations have rewards programs that can help you save money while you’re on the road. Be sure to factor in these savings when you’re deciding which way of traveling will be cheaper for you. Hotel Okay, so you’ve made it to Disney World, and now it’s time to decide where you’re going to stay. If you want to stay on property at Disney World, value resorts are your cheapest option. The average price for a stay at a value resort is around $200 per night. However, if you want to save even more, plan your trip during Disney’s slower seasons (mid January, mid-to-late February, early May, mid-to-late August, and pretty much the entire month of September). Prices can then drop to around $140-$150 per night. Art of Animation And don’t forget to check Disney’s Special Offers, Deals, and Discounts page! Before you finish booking your trip, check the page and make sure you’re not missing a deal to help you save. This can be tricky, however, so we recommend using our friends at Small World Vacations to make sure you’re getting the best deals. This service is entirely free, and if a discount becomes available after you book, they can help apply it to your trip so you can save that money! If you’re looking for an even cheaper option, you can look for nearby Airbnbs and/or VRBOs. These are homes, apartments, and rooms rented out by the owners. It can help you save HUNDREDS during your vacation. You can also check for reviews left by others before you to see if it’s a good fit for you and your group. ©Airbnb Good Neighbor Hotels are also a good option for your vacation! While these aren’t Disney hotels, they partner with Disney to bring guests lower room rates with the same perks as Disney hotels. Many of them offer free transportation to and from the parks and Early Theme Park Entry, as well as additional perks like complimentary breakfast buffets, happy hours, drink coupons, bigger rooms, AND maybe even a balcony with fireworks views! These can easily save you hundreds on your Disney World hotel stay, however, keep in mind that sometimes shuttle service can be slow, and these hotels aren’t filled with Disney theming. Park Tickets Of course, you’ll need your tickets for the parks too! The best way to save money here is to take a look at the Walt Disney World Ticket Calendar to see what the prices are going to be months in advance and plan accordingly. Tickets can range from $115 per day all the way to $159 per day — that’s a BIG difference. Disney World Theme Park Ticket Cards However, be sure to use our Ticket Trick when booking — Disney World tickets that are for more than just one day will allow you to have a few days of leeway to use your tickets. If you’re planning to buy a 4-day 1-park-per-day ticket for your trip from October 3rd through the 6th, instead of choosing October 3rd as your start date (when your four days in the park can be any time between the 3rd and 9th) with a start price of $143, choose October 1st (when your days in the park can be used between the 1st and 7th) that has a start price of $139 per day! It may only save a few dollars, but that can certainly help. Long story short — play around with those start dates! Tinker Bell Ticket Design Another option is to shorten your trip to be in the parks for fewer days. We know, it stinks to think about leaving out any park, but to save some money, you may only be able to choose two parks to visit and condense your days. The remaining days of your trip, you can spend at your resort pool, hanging around Disney Springs, or exploring Orlando as a whole! Beach Club Resort Pool The cheapest ticket will, of course, be the one park, one day ticket. Single-day ticket pricing works differently than multi-day ticket pricing because they’re priced by park as well. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is usually always the cheapest, followed by EPCOT, then Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom Choosing a Park Hopper ticket will be more expensive, but it will allow you to visit more than one park in a day. It means you’ll cut down on the amount of time you’re sending in each park, but at least you won’t be tied to just one park for the whole day. At this time, park hopping doesn’t start until 2PM, so be sure to keep that in mind! Food Looking to cut down on the amount you’re spending on food? Our first tip is to choose a buffet dining reservation that can become Brunch, because breakfast pricing is cheaper at most buffet table service restaurants. The later you eat for breakfast, the closer it can be to lunch as well — two meals in one! Crystal Palace Dining at quick service locations is also a much cheaper option than table service dining. You’ll be able to choose what entree and sides you’d like to purchase, and can even share with other members of your family if you’d like. Some of our top recommendations are: Columbia Harbour House Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie Woody’s Lunch Box Woody’s Lunch Box Do you want to know what’s even cheaper than eating at Disney? Eating OUTSIDE of Disney World! Disney allows you to bring in your own food to the parks, so we recommend bringing your own snacks into the parks with you, and you can even bring your own lunch! We recommend getting groceries delivered to your hotel so you can pack your park bag every morning. Trust us, it’s cheaper than Disney pricing! Merchandise When it comes to merchandise, it can be super expensive around Disney World. However, one of our tips is to buy Disney merchandise at a nearby Target or Walmart instead of in the park, OR you can even buy it at home ahead of time. If you’ve got kiddos, you can surprise them with the toys when they start asking for something in the parks. Target Disney merchandise Don’t forget to check prices online at shopDisney too! Many times you can find the same merchandise from the park for cheaper online, or utilize a special online deal. ©Disney Lastly, don’t forget to grab those freebies in the parks! We love grabbing celebration buttons for free, scavenger hunt booklets, stickers, festival passports, and more. Check out ALL the freebies you can get in Disney World right here! And there you go — you now know how to save hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars on your Disney World trip! We’re always here to help you out with all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB! Need us to go a little more in-depth with saving money at Disney? We’ve got you covered! 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite way to save money in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post Did We Just Plan the CHEAPEST Trip in Disney World History? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. There have been a few very popular Disney souvenirs this Halloween season, but none have been quite as popular as the light-up Mickey Mouse pumpkins! ©Disney These pumpkins have sold out on shopDisney multiple times. If you’ve been trying to snag one, we have GOOD NEWS for you! Disney’s light-up Mickey Mouse pumpkins are finally BACK in stock online today! The pumpkins come in two different sizes — large and miniature. Get the light-up Mickey Mouse pumpkins now! Large Mickey Mouse Light-Up Pumpkin These adorable pumpkins would make a great addition to your fall decorations at home. You’ll want to hurry and get yours SOON because it’s very likely that they’ll sell out again! Get your pumpkin now! If you happen to be in Orlando, you’ll probably be able to find these pumpkins at World of Disney at Disney Springs — they’re usually in stock there more often than they’re available online. World of Disney We’ll be watching for more updates and new merchandise from Disney, so stay tuned for all the latest news. Click here to shop more Disney essentials on our Amazon storefront!The post HURRY! The Sold Out Mickey Mouse Light-Up Pumpkin Is BACK in Stock Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Nightmare Before Christmas is honestly a gift from Tim Burton that keeps on giving. Jack and Sally By that, we mean that it’s societally acceptable to watch it throughout the fall AND winter seasons, for Halloween AND Christmas. Not to mention — it has an absolutely iconic soundtrack. We always love seeing Nightmare Before Christmas merchandise in the parks and online, but some are so popular that they sell out within the blink of an eye, it seems. Among those quick-selling merchandise items is the Nightmare Before Christmas Starbucks Tumbler! When the tumbler first went live on shopDisney, it sold out within a day. Disney fans BEGGED for this item to be restocked, and Disney soon obliged and let everyone know that we can expect the cup to be restocked on October 4th. Well… HAPPY OCTOBER 4TH! And happy shopping. Because the tumbler is back in stock! Nightmare Before Christmas Starbucks Tumbler ©Disney This tumbler features tons of beloved characters from the film, the Nightmare Before Christmas logo, and even a green straw. If you love this cup, we’d recommend grabbing it now after what happened the last time. (It sold out faster than you can say ‘Sandy Claws’). Grab it from shopDisney We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney merchandise news, so make sure to follow along for more! Click here to shop our trip essentials on our Amazon Storefront!The post The SOLD-OUT Nightmare Before Christmas Starbucks Tumbler Is Back in Stock Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you had a problem snagging a dining reservation in EPCOT lately, it seems you’re not alone! Japan pavilion Since the short time it’s been open, we’ve already seen Shiki-Sai Sushi Izakaya undergo a transformation and we’ve had a chance to try out the menu ourselves. But if you’ve also been dreaming of your own incredible dining experience here and had a problem snagging a reservation, we may have a workaround for you! The popular Shiki-Sai Sushi Izakaya restaurant opened its doors late this past summer after taking over the former Tokyo Dining restaurant. It’s located in the upstairs portion of the Japan pavilion in EPCOT just above the Mitsukoshi department store. The menu is sushi-focused with a few rice and noodle options along with selections from the grill. Shiki-Sai Recently, though, we learned that some people were having a problem picking up available reservations for the restaurant. A quick check of the Disney World website showed no reservations for Shiki-Sai Sushi Izakaya from November 24th through December 2nd, 2023. ©Disney We were curious as to how just over a week’s worth of reservations for this one restaurant was showing no availability. We decided to dig into this a bit deeper and ultimately ended up calling Mitsukoshi. We were told the lack of reservations is a system error that they’re working on fixing. Mitsukoshi also told us to check back later and advised that anyone looking to book a dining reservation during these dates was welcome to call them directly and they will make reservations for you! Tokyo Negi Roll This comes as a welcomed relief being so close to the holidays and so many people looking for a special dining experience while visiting Disney World. Do your travel dates fall within this time frame and you had trouble making reservations here, too? Be sure to stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog for the latest in Disney news and more! The NEW Shiki-Sai Restaurant Has CHANGED in EPCOT 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 had a chance to dine at Shiki-Sai Sushi Izakaya yet? Tell us all about your experience in the comments! The post You Might Need THIS TRICK To Make a Dining Reservation at Shiki-Sai in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner and with that comes a whole other set of adorable merchandise to deck the halls! ©Disney Disney’s holiday merchandise collection has just been released online and we’re betting this season is going to be hard to get most of these things once they’re gone! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Check out a few of the newly released ornaments that are available now on shopDisney! Take a look at the Mickey and Friends Ornament Set! ©Disney The fab 5 are decked in their holiday best with Santa Mickey leading the way! In this set, you’ll get Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and Pluto preparing for the best holiday season yet. Grab yours on shopDisney There’s also the Santa Mickey Wreath Photo Ornament! ©Disney This adorable ornament features Mickey Mouse dressed as Santa setting out presents with a photo frame wreath with glitter accents. It’s able to hold a photo up to 2″ in diameter and can be featured hung on a tree or as a standalone on a desk or shelf. Grab yours on shopDisney Maybe this Mickey & Minnie Glass Drop Ornament is just what you’ve been looking for! Santa Mickey & Minnie Glass Drop Ornament Make the 2023 holiday season the best one ever with Santa Mickey and Minnie! Both are dressed in their festive best and are on their merry way to deliver presents to everyone encased in a glass teardrop. It’s dated! It will even come with the year printed on the backside as you turn the ornament around and makes for a classic annual keepsake. Grab yours on shopDisney These ornaments are sure to make as big an impression on your holiday visitors as they did on us so be sure to grab them up before they’re gone and as always, stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog for the latest in Disney updates and merchandise! Check out more Disney merch online at our Amazon storefront!The post 3 NEW Disney Ornaments To Buy Online NOW Before They SELL OUT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s always a great day when shopDisney surprises us with some awesome new merch! ©Disney We LOVE the Disney and Loungefly partnership and recently we noticed NEW Disney-themed backpacks online (and in the parks) at shopDisney! These five Loungefly backpacks feature several different characters and some celebrate different holidays and events. Getting that itch for a new Loungefly mini backpack? Check these out! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse “Partners” Light-Up Loungefly Mini Backpack – Disney100 ©Disney Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse “Partners” Light-Up Loungefly Mini Backpack – Disney100 This mini backpack is a great two-in-one bag that serves as a fun daytime AND nighttime accessory! Featuring a gray silhouette of the famous Partners statue, this leather bag has glow-in-the-dark firework screen art and light-up LED fireworks on the front (don’t worry, there’s an On/Off switch). The backpack not only looks flashy but is also fairly functional. It boasts a double zipper main compartment, zip front pocket, side slip pockets, adjustable padded shoulder straps, and a top carry handle. This is a trend you’ll see with the rest of the Loungefly backpacks on this list. The inside of the bag has some special decorations as well. Celebrating 100 years of Disney, the lining features the “Disney 100 Years of Wonder” logo with the Partners statue, making this the perfect get if you’re looking to stock up on Disney100 merchandise! View on shopDisney Frozen Loungefly Mini Backpack ©Disney Frozen Loungefly Mini Backpack When Loungefly does 3D prints well, they do them WELL! This Frozen mini backpack makes great use of screen art appliqués to showcase Anna and Elsa in beautiful contrasting colors and postures. The layers of the bag are done really well, with Anna and Elsa taking center stage and the ice palace off in the distance. The backpack features silver foil snowflakes that match up nicely with the warm but wintery theme of the bag, and the shimmering iridescent trims help brighten up this stylish backpack. Great for fans of the 2010 film (especially kiddos), this backpack would make a great gift for the holiday season! View on shopDisney Spider-Man Faux Fur Loungefly Mini Backpack ©Disney We can see this next backpack being a bit divisive. A bit more simplistic in design than you’d expect from a Marvel property, this Loungefly mini backpack dons the familiar Spider-Man red with red, white, and blue grid trim. It has a Spider-Man mask appliqué embroidered on the front and is lined inside with allover Spidey mask print. The Spider-Man logo is on the back with the incredibly popular “With great power” quote. Where this backpack takes a turn for better or worse (depending on your perspective) is the front faux fur. Described as a synthetic cream sherpa front panel, the fur isn’t inherently Spider-Man-esque, but does provide a softness that makes this backpack unique. Whether or not this style works for you is totally based on personal preference and we can see both the pros and cons of this design choice. View on shopDisney Mickey and Minnie Mouse Hanukkah Light-Up Loungefly Mini Backpack ©Disney Celebrate the Festival of Lights with this new light-up mini backpack from Loungefly! This Hanukkah-inspired backpack features a die-cut 3D Minnie and Mickey design with a menorah that has actual light-up candles. The backpack is also dreidel-heavy, with dreidel designs on the front as well as a design on the back of Mickey and Minnie playing with a dreidel on the back. The inside is lined with a darker shade of blue and features an allover “Happy Hanukkah” print with Mickey, Minnie, menorahs, dreidels, and the Mickey logo. This backpack really leans into the holiday spirit and would make a great gift during the Festival of Lights! View on shopDisney Disney Classic Christmas Glow-in-the-Dark Loungefly Mini Backpack Christmas Loungefly Backpack Sticking with the holiday season theming, the last Loungefly backpack on this list is the new Disney Classics Christmas mini backpack. Featuring MANY classic Disney characters, this bag’s sole niche is its Christmas theme. Seriously — this backpack is bound to feature one of your favorite Disney characters. The front has art for Santa Mickey Mouse, Mrs. Santa Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Dumbo, Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Simba, and Stitch. The back has even more characters, including Pinocchio, Jiminy Cricket, Bambi, Thumper, and Genie. Finally, the sides feature Alice, Cheshire Cat, Huey, Dewey, and Louie. Like so many others we’ve already talked about, this backpack also glows in the dark. A string of subtle lights compliments the tree-topper star in bright green glow-in-the-dark fashion. The inside is lined with ornament-inspired patterns themed to the characters on the outside of the backpack. The red and green tones and dark green straps really elevate that festive spirit and make this backpack a go-to option for your Christmas shopping. View on shopDisney There you have it! Do you plan on picking up any of these Loungefly mini backpacks? Better get on it, we think these ones are going to be VERY popular! We’ll be sure to let you know about the latest Loungefly-Disney merch news and continue to follow us for news on all things Disney! Click here to see even more Disney merchandise on our Amazon Storefront!The post HURRY! 5 NEW Disney Loungefly Bags Are ONLINE NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Set your alarms! A popular SOLD-OUT souvenir is going to be re-stocked online! Jack in Haunted Mansion Holiday Disney has come out with some super popular Halloween merchandise this year. First, there was the whole ordeal with those light-up Mickey pumpkins, and now there’s a spooky Starbucks tumbler that everyone’s just dying to get their hands on! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Nightmare Before Christmas Starbucks Tumbler went on sale in late September and sold out almost immediately (we’re talking within hours of the cup being released online). ©Disney This tumbler features images from the popular Halloween/Christmas movie, with characters like Jack Skellington, Saly, Zero, Mayor, Dr. Finkelstein, Lock, Shock, and Barrel. The straw even glows under black light! ©Disney Disney shared on X (formerly Twitter) that the tumbler will be restocked on October 4th (that’s TOMORROW) at 12AM PT, which is 3AM EST. You’ll want to hurry and get yours before they sell out again! Click here to get this Starbucks tumbler on October 4th As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. See some of our favorite items in our Amazon storefront here!The post ALERT! The SOLD-OUT Nightmare Before Christmas Starbucks Tumbler Is Coming Back TOMORROW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World can certainly be magical beyond belief, but it can also be immensely stressful. Tree of Life There’s planning where you’d like to stay, booking your dining reservations months in advance, making your must-eat and must-do lists, and so much more before you even arrive in the parks. But there are two particular situations in the Disney parks that cause your blood pressure to rise — here’s how to avoid them! Getting Out of Magic Kingdom After Fireworks If you’ve ever stayed to watch the fireworks in Magic Kingdom, you’ve seen the massive crowds that surge towards the exit immediately after. This is something you want to stay FAR away from. Fireworks Crowds These crowds clog the lines for Disney buses, Monorails, and ferryboats, causing them to be much longer than normal. And you’ve already waited in lines all day, you don’t want to wait in another long one just to get on transportation back to your hotel. All of these people will turn for the exit RIGHT after the show So how do you avoid this? It’s simple — don’t leave the park just yet. Even if the park closes after fireworks, the shops on Main Street U.S.A. stay open a little bit after park close. We suggest mobile ordering yourself a snack from the Confectionary BEFORE the park closes, picking it up after the fireworks end, and munching on it as you watch the crowds disperse and shop around. This way, you avoid the crowds, and get a tiny bit of extra park time! Rope Dropping Flight of Passage At the complete opposite time of day, rope-dropping Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom is another stressful moment. Here’s the truth — if you’re not at the front of that group, it may not be worth it to rope drop and you’ll want to wait until later in the day for a longer line that will be shorter than what it is at the beginning of the day. Flight of Passage (Yep, it’s in there) Let us explain: it is mostly EVERYONE’s plan to rope drop Flight of Passage. There aren’t as many rides in Animal Kingdom, and Flight of Passage is the most popular — so while crowds at Rope Drop spread out among a few rides in the other parks, at Animal Kingdom Rope Drop, everyone is racing to Pandora! This means that if you’re not at the front of that group heading for Pandora, the line will easily already be an hour or more by the time you’re all loaded in the queue. This ride consistently has the longest waits in all of Disney World, and it’s usually highest in the morning as everyone is rope-dropping. Flight of Passage Queue So when we say rope drop, we mean you need to take the FIRST bus from your hotel over to the park (which is usually 45 minutes before park opening) so you can be one of the first in line for that ride. If you’re taking your own car, be in that parking line 30-45 minutes before park opening and get ready to BOOK IT towards the entrance. As a rule of thumb, if you’re not in line within the first 20 minutes of opening, we say wait until later in the day. Flight of Passage Queue Don’t forget though that you can also buy an Individual Lightning Lane for Flight of Passage if you don’t feel like worrying about rope dropping, or waiting in the long line during the day. Yes, it may cost a pretty penny, but the option is available to you! Time to, uh, fly! Feeling stressed about all the planning? We’re here to help. We’ve got so many posts on our blog and videos on our YouTube Channel to help you plan your vacation, so stay tuned to DFB! Here’s how you can plan the cheapest Disney World trip EVER! 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which of these is more stressful to you? Tell us in the comments below! The post The 2 Most Stressful Disney World Situations and How To AVOID Them first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are some things that we can never seem to resist. Magic Kingdom Examples: another trip to Disney World, a third DOLE Whip (of the day), another ride on the PeopleMover, plastic cheese with our park snacks, and EARS. Yep, we’re just as faulty as the rest of you when it comes to purchasing yet another pair of ears that otherwise collect dust until we are in the parks again. Anyway, there are new ears online and we are, of course, having a hard time resisting them. Will you be more successful than we are? We shall see! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Without further ado, here are seven new pairs of ears that you can shop NOW on shopDisney. Let’s go! Mickey Mouse Snowman Ears ©Disney I’m dreaming of a white Christmas and these are at the top of my wish list. Seriously, who DOESN’T need a Snowman Mickey in their life? These could be great to wear to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Grab them from shopDisney Frozen Ears ©Disney Did you know that this fall marks the 10-year anniversary of Frozen? YEP. We feel old, too. These ears could be perfect for all of you OG fans, or for the kiddos of the OG fans. Grab them from shopDisney Mickey and Minnie Holiday Ears Pretty! Ummm… These might be the MOST festive ears we have ever seen. We also saw them in Magic Kingdom recently — at the Emporium. The holiday lights actually GLOW. These are another great option for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Grab them from shopDisney Wish Adaptive Ear Headband ©Disney If you are easily over-stimulated by the typical ear headband and/or it usually gives you a headache, try ears like these! The ears themselves are light and they are attached to a soft, stretchy headband rather than the hard ones that press behind your ears. This design features Disney’s movie that will come out on November 22nd — Wish! Grab them from shopDisney Elsa Ear Headband ©Disney Alright, this is another pair for the Frozen fans! Those who love Elsa will love these ears. They could be great for the holiday season and beyond! Grab them from shopDisney Santa Mickey Ears ©Disney SANTA MICKEY? Are you kidding? These are so cute and classic and will pair well with a wide variety of Disney outfits this holiday season. Plus, they’re gender-neutral so everyone in the family can rock them. Grab them from shopDisney Princess Leia Ears ©Disney When we first saw these, we thought they were some sort of cinnamon roll/gingerbread swirl situation but NOPE! Princess Leia. If you’re a better Star Wars fan than we are and recognized these, that means they’re for YOU. Grab them from shopDisney And there you have it! We’ll be sure to keep you updated with more Disney news, merchandise included. so make sure to follow along for more so that you never miss a thing. Looking for more Disney essentials? Click here to shop our Amazon Storefront! The post 7 New Mickey Ears Are Waiting In Our Carts And BEGGING To Be Purchased first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hollywood Studios is known for the glitz and glamour of the movies and shows. Hollywood Studios If you want to feel transported into your favorite show, you head to Hollywood Studios. Inside this Disney park, you’ll find entire lands blasting you into the scenes, rides that make you part of the animation, and shows that put you in the middle of the action. It’s cool when they continue to improve the way they make us feel like we’re part of the show. We recently noticed that one show seems to have gotten an update that does just that. If you’re a fan of Kermit, Miss Piggy, or Beaker, then you’ve probably been to the Muppet Vision 3D show in Hollywood Studios. And if you’re a fan but haven’t seen the show, we recommend making a trip over to Grand Avenue to check it out! Muppet Vision Entrance We’ve always enjoyed this show. It’s funny and heartwarming, and you’re sure to be entertained. This show has been around for a while and as you may realize, it’s based on the 1970s-1980s show The Muppets. Hi, Kermit! As old as it is, it was probably time for some upgrades and we are convinced that Disney has done just that. There have been some technological advancements made to the projection system inside the Grand Arts Theater! We are now noticing there seems to be projection mapping inside the theater. This means all the projections are fitting the architecture of the building almost seamlessly. The projected panels align with the walls perfectly! This has also added an improvement to all the projections on the wall. We especially noticed this when Waldo got blasted out onto them! He looked so much clearer than he used to with the older projection system. Waldo is so clear now! Not only is he clearer, but when he gets vacuumed up, all these Waldos don’t just seemingly disappear, but actually fly back into the screen. You can see them apparently moving back towards where they came from below. Bye, Waldos! A Cast Member did confirm for us that the projection system has been updated, but it’s taken people a few days to notice. But once we did recognize it, we would say it’s a big improvement! We’re glad to see Hollywood Studios, and specifically Muppet Vision, getting some love. For more Disney updates, check back to the Disney Food Blog! A Full List of Showtimes in Disney’s Hollywood Studios 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you happy to see this update? Let us know in the comments! The post A Popular Attraction Has Been UPDATED in Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Now that we’ve turned the corner for October, it’s officially spooky season and with it, we have new treats! Not-So-Poison Apple Come with us to try SIX new, Halloween-themed treats in Disney World. The best thing about these treats? You don’t need a park ticket to get them — they’re all located at Disney World’s hotels! We recently ventured out to the Disney World hotels to snag the latest round of Halloween snacks and treats and we may have gotten more than we bargained for! Our first stop took us out to The Mara at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge to try out the Black Cat Tart for $5.99. Black Cat Tart This treat is made of Carrot Cake topped with Orange Caramel, Toasted Coconut, and Pumpkin Cheesecake. Looks too cute to eat! There’s a very strong pumpkin flavor in the mousse and that balances well with the fall spices in the carrot cake. The mousse is light and refreshing while the cake is denser and comforting. The dome surprisingly didn’t stain our teeth, which we really appreciated, and the whole treat held together REALLY well. Cross section of the tart We think the ears were made of gum paste, though, because they were really sticky. Sticky ears This one scored highly with our taste buds and the presentation was super cute and fun! We think if you’re a fan of pumpkin, carrot cake, and mousse you’ll appreciate this one; however, if you’re someone who really hates pumpkin, carrot cake, mousse, or black dye in your food, we think you’ll do better to pass on this one. The Harsh Reality of Staying at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Our next stop took us to Beach Club Marketplace at Disney’s Beach Club Resort to pick up the Captain Hook Cookie for $6.29. It’s made of Vanilla Sable with Strawberry Jam, Peanut Butter Ganache Buttercream, and Chocolate Décor. Captain Hook Cookie The decor on this one is SO cute. It looks like a taco with a mustache. We swooned over the peanut butter and jelly filling that definitely had strong strawberry and peanut flavors, and it was super creamy. The cookie is really soft and easy to eat. The topping is made of white buttercream that’s nice and fluffy. So regal! We quickly found its weakness though when we cut into it. It’s very messy to eat because the bottom is attached to the container with chocolate. There’s also a lot of sugar in this treat, so be prepared for that. All the PB&J If you’re a PB&J fan, cookie lover, or someone who really likes buttercream icing you should definitely give this one a try. If you’re someone who doesn’t like lightly sweetened, sugary, shortbread cookies, hate PB&J, or just looking for a mildly sweet snack you’ll probably tell this one to walk the plank. Did You Know About This SECRET Door at Disney’s Beach Club Resort? Then we ventured over to the Contempo Cafe at Disney’s Contemporary Resort in search of the Haunted Mansion Eclair and Carmel-Apple Sugar Cookie. Haunted Mansion Eclair and Caramel-Apple Sugar Cookie Don’t they look tasty? We started with the Haunted Mansion Eclair first, which cost us $6.49. It’s an eclair filled with caramel apple mousse and topped with chocolate-caramel ganache and a few edible Haunted Mansion images. Haunted Mansion Eclair The top medallion is the Hatbox Ghost pictured against the screaming wallpaper from inside the mansion. We loved that this one doesn’t lose sight of the root dessert— just being an eclair. The theming is cute and the chocolate icing is a nice flavor on top of the cold caramel apple mousse. So creamy The eclair is served chilled so it was still a bit on the colder side when we cut into it which helped keep all the chocolates and icing nice and neat. The inside of the eclair revealed the caramel apple mousse, which was tasty but not overpowering. However, the edible images don’t add anything to the overall flavor and this treat is really small for the price. We were a bit disappointed that the caramel apple flavoring wasn’t very prominent and we couldn’t really get much of those flavors because the chocolate icing overpowered the treat. Inside look If you’re a Haunted Mansion super fan we think you’ll “die” for it, but if you’re looking to get your money’s worth out of a snack, there are plenty bigger and more filling options here to choose from. Next up we tried the new Caramel-Apple Sugar Cookie for $3.99, which we absolutely would recommend trying! This treat is made of a sugar cookie topped with fall leaf sprinkles and caramel-apple icing. Caramel-Apple Sugar Cookie This treat was too cute to look at and you could smell the caramel apple flavor from it! The sugar cookie was soft without having to be warmed and the icing on top was flavored with caramel-apple flavoring. It was like tasting a Granny Smith apple with caramel just without the sourness to it. The icing was creamy but a bit thick and stiffer where it had sat on the cookie but overall was like having the best of fall in one bite. Cross section While some people may appreciate the Caramel-Apple icing without the added sourness it’s a distinct taste so it’s more than just caramel. If you’re a fan of the sour this one will tease you with the taste but not deliver on that sour punch. Delicious We think you’ll enjoy this one if you’re someone who appreciates smooth caramel-apple flavors because it’s heavy in this treat, but if you’re a plain Jane sugar cookie guru, then this may be too adventurous for you. REVIEW: This Sandwich At Disney World’s Contempo Cafe Is MESSY. HEAVENLY. PERFECTION. We had to make one last stop around the Monorail loop at Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. We stopped for two Halloween treats here and started with the Not-So-Poison Apple for $7.99! Not-So-Poison Apple This one is made of a chocolate cauldron filled with Apple Spice Cake, Apple Filling, and Caramel Buttercream topped with Apple Mousse. It already sounds delicious! Cutting into the apple This one is wicked in all the best ways! The theming is on point and we discovered the apple on top of the cauldron is made of apple-flavored mousse when we bit into it but it’s not too tart. The cauldron part is like a chocolate cocoa bomb filled with layered apple cinnamon filling with real apple tidbits that are just cooked enough to bring out the flavor but served cold. If you’ve missed the Not-So-Poison apple cupcake that we saw a few years back, the filling tastes almost identical just with some apple bits. Inside the cauldron The top of cauldron icing boiling over the top is more like a gel than a true puffy icing but there’s standard icing just underneath it. The bubbles are made of white crisp pearls that give a good crunch when you bite into them and add an interesting texture. Cauldron filling However, when we tried to cut it in half, we were quickly met with a problem. Don’t expect to cut through this one easily. It can melt fairly quickly with the mousse apple on top and will get messy trying to cut into it. It’s best to scoop the cauldron filling out rather than trying to cut it. The cauldron is solid! Even with all the mess it could cause, if you love apple pie, this is THE TREAT to try this year. Then it was time to try out the Mike Wazaowski Pop we picked up for $8.99. This treat is a pop made of confetti cake enrobed in green chocolate with a few sprinkles at the bottom and a singular chocolate edible Mike eye. Mike Wazowski Pop This one was super easy to cut through and the inside cake pop is moist. Although it’s served refrigerated, it’s not melty unless it’s left in the sun for an extended period and held together well for being out with us on an overcast day. It’s also huge for a cake pop so it scores points with us for being an easily shareable treat. Mike! This one is a bit pricy but it’s not one we think you’d want to tackle all on your own. Other than the theming it’s pretty basic — the confetti cake in the pop is fun and adds some excitement but nothing else. Cross section of the cake pop If you’re a cake lover and want a shareable snack we think you should give this one a try, but if you’re not a fan of confetti cake or cake pop textures (which is smushed cake) you may not enjoy it as much. Because this treat didn’t really “wow” us, we wouldn’t recommend it. We LOVE This Hidden SECRET in Disney World’s Newest Grand Floridian Hotel Rooms And there you have it! We’ll continue to keep you all updated with all the latest Disney snack news and all things delicious, so be sure to follow along for more! DON’T PANIC! An Iconic Disney Snack Is Still Here — But It’s Hiding 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! Which Halloween treat are you hoping to try first? 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Magic Kingdom is the original Disney World park, so it’s often the most popular. Cinderella Castle You can expect to find some pretty high crowds here throughout the day, as well as some pretty high wait times. However, there are over 30 attractions in this park alone, which helps spread out those crowds. Many Disney World pros decide to skip some of these rides though, allowing more time for their favorite attractions, parades, and more. Here are the 7 rides Disney World pros skip in Magic Kingdom according to our readers on Facebook! Tomorrowland Speedway The Speedway is one of the few remaining opening-day attractions (although it’s been renamed since then and had a few changes made). This attraction can seat 1-2 guests per car, and they drive the car on a track around the speedway. Tomorrowland Speedway Many guests choose to skip this ride because after you’ve ridden it once, or if your kids have grown up, it’s not as appealing. Plus, that strong smell of burning fuel on the track chases lots of people away. Peter Pan’s Flight Another opening day attraction, Peter Pan’s Flight is often skipped by many Magic Kingdom goers. Peter Pan’s Flight This is thanks to the wildly high wait times this ride usually sees. While this ride is usually continuously moving, each pirate ship can only fit 2-3 guests each. Its popularity plus its low capacity equals wait times of over an hour, and many guests just don’t feel that’s worth it for this short ride. Astro Orbiter Located high in the sky in Tomorrowland is Astro Orbiter, which many Magic Kingdom visitors choose to skip. Astro Orbiter For one thing, this ride really is high up — it’s ABOVE the PeopleMover! The height of the ride is undesirable to many, but it’s also just a spinny ride, which the park already has two more of. While it does offer some pretty great views of Magic Kingdom, it’s not worth a long wait for many guests. Mad Tea Party Back in Fantasyland is Mad Tea Party, aka The Teacups. This is a major NO for many guests. Mad Tea Party While the wait time for this ride isn’t usually about 10-15 minutes at its highest, it’s another spinny ride. Many adults don’t do well with these types of rides as they get older thanks to motion sickness, so while many parents will go on with their kids, a lot of them try to make it a one-and-done type of experience. Space Mountain Now this one is controversial, but a lot of our readers said Space Mountain is also a ride they skip! Space Mountain A lot of our readers said they used to adore this ride, but it’s gotten too bumpy over the years and as an older adult, it just hurts. And when you’ve got an entire vacation of walking to go, hurting yourself on one ride that you could have avoided isn’t a good plan. “it’s a small world” “it’s a small world” is another opening day attraction that many DFB readers choose to skip. “it’s a small world” For one thing, this ride is around 14 minutes long — that’s a LONG time to listen to the same song over and over. This is, again, very much a one-and-done ride for many guests. Magic Carpets of Aladdin Lastly, we have Magic Carpets of Aladdin located over in Adventureland. Magic Carpets of Aladdin Just like Astro Orbiter and Dumbo The Flying Elephant, this is just another spinny ride in the park, meaning lots of guests don’t see the appeal in it (unless they’ve got a kiddo who adores them). While this ride doesn’t see many high wait times, it has had a lot of trouble staying open recently, which is undesirable for guests visiting for a short period of time. Magic Kingdom Everyone’s Disney World trip is different, so if these are rides you love, then hop in line for them! We recommend creating a “want to ride” list for your whole party, so no one feels left out with what they’d like to do. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! This is your 2023 guide to every single Magic Kingdom ride! What’s a ride you always skip in Magic Kingdom? Tell us in the comments! The post 7 Rides Disney World Pros SKIP in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re a Disney fan, then you probably love being “in the know” when it comes to park updates and big Walt Disney Company news! Disney World If so, then join the club, because we’re right there with you. One of the BEST ways to find out about big Disney news, company performance, and changes to come is to tune in to the quarterly earnings calls throughout the year. Here, you’ll get to hear from company executives, including Disney CEO Bob Iger, as they share company gains and losses as well as how they plan to mitigate the losses and keep the gains comin’. The good news? Another earnings call is happening SOON and you can tune in! Disney shared that the Q4 earnings call for fiscal 2023 will take place on Wednesday, November 8th, 2023 at 4:30PM EST. Stakeholders and fans alike can tune in as the execs discuss the fourth quarter as well as 2023 as a whole. Mickey! This is a great way to see how the company is doing and where the company is headed, and it also helps to better understand why things happen the way they do both in the parks and on online streaming and shopping platforms. Happy 100, Disney! If you’re hoping to tune in, you can visit Disney’s website to grab the livestream link. ©Disney We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney news, and if you can’t make it to tune in to the livestream, DON’T WORRY! We will be tuning in and posting synopses of the call. Make sure to follow along for more so that you don’t miss anything! Looking for MORE big Disney announcements that we got recently? Click here to see some major news that was revealed at Destination D23 in September. 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you usually tune in to Disney’s earnings calls? Let us know in the comments! The post DATE ANNOUNCED for Disney's 2023 Fourth Quarter Earnings Call first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy Tuesday!! Let’s talk about your Disney must-haves before the holidays arrive! It’s Mickey and Minnie! There are so many deals on merch and other must-haves from Amazon, especially when thinking about the upcoming holidays, and that’s why we’re here. We’re bringing you the latest and greatest for you to see right now. Let’s go! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. First, if you’re not an Amazon Prime member, you can start your free trial by clicking the link below and save some coin in the process! Now, let’s take a look at the deals, shall we? Grab this Funko Pop! Disney Advent Calendar for 33% Off ©Amazon Let’s start by saying that it’s never too early to start planning for Christmas and if you need an advent calendar, why not add this one to your decorations? View on Amazon Grab these JOY Christmas yard signs for 7% Off ©Amazon Staying with the decor, how about adding these to the front lawn? You’ll basically be the coolest house on the block if you’re repping these. View on Amazon Shop this Mickey And Minnie Christmas Mashup Short Sleeve T-Shirt ©Amazon Need a new Christmas tee for that quick trip to the parks? This one features a Mickey and Minnie Christmas tree pattern. View on Amazon Shop this Loungefly Disney Mickey & Minnie Hot Cocoa Fireplace Wallet for 35% Off ©Amazon Here’s a look at the other side: ©Amazon Need a new wallet that matches your Christmas outfit for a quick trip to the parks? This Loungefly wallet features Mickey and Minnie enjoying hot cocoa by the fireplace on one side and Pluto writing a letter to Santa on the other. View on Amazon Shop this Disney 5-Minute Christmas Stories book for 28% Off ©Amazon Want to share some quick Christmas stories with the kiddos? Check out this book! You’re welcome. View on Amazon We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow along for more. Click here to view our Amazon Storefront Will you be checking out any of these deals? Let us know in the comments! The post 5 Disney Deals on Amazon You'll Regret Not Getting NOW first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Frightfully fun entertainment has materialized at Disney Springs this Halloween season, including a jack-o-lantern DJ, Zombeatz Drummers, the acapella group Squad Ghouls, and more!View the full article

When you decide to stay on property at Walt Disney World, there are a lot of options to choose from — over 20, actually! Welcome to Disney World! There are three tiers of hotels — value, moderate, and deluxe. The higher the tier, the more amenities you’ll have at your resort and the “fancier” the hotel will be. We love all the hotels for different reasons, but we also dislike many aspects of each one. However, this is one Disney World hotel we will NEVER stop going to! Port Orleans French Quarter is a moderate hotel located closest to EPCOT. There are many reasons we love this resort, so let’s dive right in! Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Atmosphere and Theming This hotel is themed to the real-life New Orleans, Louisiana during Mardi Gras celebrations. This is an iconic area of the country that is known for many reasons — its food, Mardi Gras parties, and so much more. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort French Quarter Standard View Room While you won’t find much “Disney” theming around the resort, it may remind you of The Princess and The Frog, as Tiana is from New Orleans (and if you stay at Port Orleans Riverside, you will find more of that theming). You may find yourself feeling celebratory like you’re really in the midst of a Mardi Gras celebration in the heart of New Orleans. Port Orleans — French Quarter Guest Room Building Now, if you like a lot of Disney theming in your resort, this may not be for you, but we know many guests prefer to have their hotel less themed to Disney IP since the rest of their vacation will be surrounded by it. The Food Did we mention New Orleans is known for its cuisine? Port Orleans French Quarter doesn’t disappoint on this factor either — there are lots of different restaurants to please everyone’s palettes. Sassagoula Here are the dining options you can expect to find around this hotel: Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory(known for classic chicken fingers and burgers, as well as Po’ Boy sandwiches, Jambalaya, Shrimp & Grits, and more) Scat Cat’s Club Cafe (one word: BEIGNETS!) Scat Cat’s Club Lounge (listen to live jazz music while you dine) Mardi Grogs Pool Bar (enjoy drinks by the pool) Champagne Beignet from Scat Cat’s Club Does it have as many options as a deluxe resort? No, but it has more than value resorts, and more interesting options at that too! It’s A Smaller Resort We also love that French Quarter is much smaller than Port Orleans Riverside, the other side of the hotel. This means, yes, that the hotel books up faster since there are fewer rooms, but the quality of the rooms and amenities doesn’t suffer due to the smaller size of the resort. Port Orleans — French Quarter If anything, sometimes we prefer the smaller hotels. They’re easier to get around, you don’t have to stop at multiple bus stops before you get where you’re going — there’s only one central bus stop. Port Orleans French Quarter Resort It can also make it easier for those with mobility issues to get around. While there are elevators located in many of the buildings, you can still request to be on the bottom floor if you’d like. Fancy Lodgings At A Lower Price Many guests feel the rooms and amenities here are on par with deluxe hotels, and all for a cheaper price tag! Port Orleans French Quarter Pool You’re paying less for just as great of an experience. Yes, you won’t be able to walk to any parks like some of the deluxe resorts, but you do have more than one transportation method to travel, great food options, comfortable rooms, and more that will certainly have you feeling like you splurged on your vacation. French Quarter There are plenty of pros and cons to all the different hotels in Disney World, and we’re here to help walk you through which hotels are the best to stay at for your next vacation, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news, tips, and tricks! If you’re still deciding where to stay in Disney World, read this! 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite part of Port Orleans French Quarter? Tell us in the comments! The post We Refuse To Stop Going To This Disney World Hotel first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Ahoy, mateys! Pirates of the Caribbean Gather up yer doubloons and prepare yer chanteys — a new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed restaurant is coming to Magic Kingdom! Ever since Disney shared the good news at Destination D23 this year, we have been not-so-patiently waiting for more information about what to expect at this new lounge. While we don’t yet know what will be served there, there’s one thing we are begging Disney to include — savvy? Adventureland is already teeming with some of our favorite references to the movies. (We know, the ride came first — but there are a lot of movie-specific nods there!) One special thing that you might encounter while walking around the land is a roaming Jack Sparrow — ahem, Captain Jack Sparrow. Jack Sparrow His character is such an iconic part of the franchise, that Disney even shared a TikTok with Cast Members impersonating the beloved pirate when they announced the restaurant! So, in the name of Captain Jack Sparrow, we have one request for this new lounge in Disney World: Let there be RUM. It is a bit hard to imagine a Pirates of the Caribbean-themed dining location not serving rum, but let’s not forget — it is Magic Kingdom. We wants the RUM! Alcohol is a bit hard to come by in this park. While the other three Disney World parks sell beer at carts and mixed drinks at snack stands, you won’t find adult beverages so easily in Magic Kingdom. We bet you can smell this photo Currently, for the most part, alcohol is only served in table service restaurants, like Be Our Guest and Cinderella’s Royal Table. While there are other exceptions, like at Fireworks Dessert Parties, alcoholic beverages are still pretty scarce in the park. ©Disney Now, Disney describes this new spot as a “tavern” and “lounge,” so this is a bit of a grey area. But, it seems even Disney knows the importance of rum to the storyline — you can see those Sparrow-impersonators very clearly running by a huge barrel of rum. ©Disney If only for the Cast Members’ sake who will inevitably have to be on the receiving end of “Why is the rum always gone” jokes if said beverage isn’t available — please let there be rum. Disney Dropped 4 CLUES About the NEW Pirates Restaurant Coming to Magic Kingdom Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you hope Disney brings to this new lounge? Let us know in the comments below! The post If Disney Doesn’t Add This to the NEW Pirates of the Caribbean Restaurant, We Might Cry first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland is the Happiest Place On Earth — not only for our minds and hearts but for our BELLIES. Disneyland Yeahhhhh, it probably comes as no surprise that Disneyland is one of our favorite places to grub. Some might even argue that Disneyland is the superior Disney Park when it comes to food, but that’s a debate for another day. Today, we’re headed to Disneyland to review three different treats scattered throughout the parks, and we’re taking you with us. What do you say? Are you ready to eat? The first snack we’re trying actually takes us to Disney California Adventure — to San Fransokyo Square. That’s right, we’re headed to the recently-added Aunt Cass Café, inspired by the shop run by Hiro’s aunt in Big Hero 6. Here, we’re grabbing the Fluffy Japanese-Style Cheesecake for $6.99. Fluffy Japanese-Style Cheesecake Japanese-Style Cheesecake has the same flavors as your typical cheesecake, but possesses a different texture. It’s sometimes referred to as “soufflé-style” cheesecake as it has a lighter, airier texture. This one is topped with berry sauce! It looks great, but how will it taste? Looks delicious! When we took a bite, the texture was pretty impressive. It was perfectly light and fluffy, and was served at a cool temp, so it was pretty refreshing for a cheesecake dessert. The flavor of the cheesecake filling had notes of vanilla with a little bit of a tart taste to it. The berry sauce was nice and sweet, and it had a fresh fruit taste that can be hard to find in compotes and preserves like this. The texture of this was amazing So… Should YOU grab the Japanese-Style Cheesecake? Well, if you’re a big cheesecake fan and are hoping to try a unique twist on the dessert, then we totally recommend this to you. If you don’t like cheesecake, fruit, or tart flavors, you might want to skip it. Click here to check out more treats we’ve gotten at Aunt Cass Cafe! Next up, we’re headed back to Disneyland to a little spot nestled between Enchanted Tiki Room and Jungle Cruise. Yep, we’re headed to The Tropical Hideaway! This little spot is where you can grab some DOLE Whips and small plates. Today, we’re trying the Blood Orange Agua Float for $9.29. Blood Orange Agua Float This treat is a blood orange Agua Fresca beverage that’s been topped with a hefty serving of strawberry DOLE Whip and a lil’ orange garnish. In our opinion, you can never go wrong with a DOLE Whip float, but we’ll see how this one measures up. YUM! WOW. First impression: the Agua Fresca is SOUR. It’s way more sour than we expected. We probably wouldn’t ever get this to enjoy on it’s own. However, when the sweet DOLE Whip mixes in with the drink, it totally works. It’s sweet and sour at the same time and creates such a refreshing combination. If you love the sweet and sour combo, you’ll love this. If you love strawberry and citrus flavors, you will love this. Especially if you love sour and tart desserts. This could be a great treat for when it’s warm outside and you’re looking for something super refreshing. Click here to check out more treats we’ve gotten at The Tropical Hideaway! Last but not least, we’re headed to Frontierland to Stage Door Cafe. Here, we’re grabbing a limited-time snack that’s available until October 15th. That’s right, this treat is part of the Hispanic Heritage Month celebration and is a Cinnamon-Chocolate Mexican Sweet Bread Funnel Cake. Alright, we’re officially drooling just from hearing the name. Cinnamon-Chocolate Mexican Sweet Bread Funnel Cake This twist on a classic funnel cake is $9.99 and is drizzled with cinnamon-chocolate sauce before it is then garnished with whipped topping and Mexican sweet bread. It looks amazing and we are SO excited to try this. SO YUM. Wow. It’s warm, sweet, chocolatey, and the hints of cinnamon laced throughout the chocolate sauce only enhance the flavors throughout the rest of the dessert. The flavors each pair so well together to create a delicious and comforting treat. The funnel cake is cooked PERFECTLY. It’s crunchy and crispy on the outside but when you bite into it, it’s nice and soft. You know, when the funnel cakes are so soft on the inside that they almost feel gooey even though they’re completely cooked? Yeah. That. SO YUM. The bread that was put on top of the funnel cake was also delicious. It’s nice and soft and has a great sweet flavor. We love this treat If you love chocolate, cinnamon, pan dulce, and classic funnel cakes, you’ll love this treat. If you don’t like the chocolate and cinnamon combo, maybe skip this one. One thing we love about this snack is that it’s a great size to share, but unlike other Disney funnel cakes, we could probably finish this one with ease. Click here to check out more things we’ve tried at Stage Door Cafe! And there you have it! We’ll continue to keep you all updated with Disney news and all things delicious, so make sure to follow along so that you’re always in the loop and never hungry. Looking for more Disneyland treats to try? Click here! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! 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Which meals could mess up your Disney Cruise itinerary? Which foods on the ship come at an unexpected extra cost? And which restaurants will make you wish you’d never strayed from the food halls? The Disney Magic Find out what you should NOT eat during your next Disney Cruise TODAY, here on DFB Guide. Check out our video below: DON’T Eat This on Disney Cruise Line. 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! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Have you been on a Disney cruise before? Let us know in the comments. The post DFB Video: DON’T Eat This on Disney Cruise Line first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re about to see a classic Magic Kingdom attraction change in 2024! Are you prepared for the changes coming to Disney World? Now, there were all kinds of updates and changes that Disney announced at this year’s Destination D23 event, and changes can be good or bad, but this particular change is the source of a lot of controversy! So, let’s cut right to it. Not everyone has been thrilled to find out that Disney has announced that a NEW SHOW is coming to Country Bear Jamboree in Magic Kingdom. In 2024, the beloved bears will be learning an all-new act — they’ll sing their usual songs in new styles like country, rockabilly, and bluegrass. ©Disney This new show, Country Bear Musical Jamboree, will be a take on the classic variety shows found in Nashville, Tennessee, and Nashville musicians are involved in the new arrangements. A Disney Imagineer has shared, “… the show will still have the fun and friendly tone that we all love about the Country Bears.” So what’s the big deal? Well, as you know, the Country Bear Jamboree has been a little gem tucked away in Frontierland at the Magic Kingdom since Disney World opened its doors in 1971. In fact, this is one of the last attractions that Walt Disney was personally involved in creating. Country Bear Jamboree And that’s really the crux of it. We’re talking about memories. It’s not a flashy, thrill ride of an attraction that draws long lines. What it’s got is nostalgia. It’s like stepping back in time to a simpler, more wholesome era, and lots of fans remember it fondly. We love the Country Bears! Time and again, we have seen that Disney is in the business of progress. But, we understand that while it probably wasn’t at the top of your must-do list, it’s one of those rides that many remember and smile about, and changing it in any way feels like messing with a beloved family photo album. Country Bears in Frontierland All in all, the Country Bear Jamboree is like a warm hug from the past. It makes fans think of cherished family vacations, childhood memories, and pure Disney joy. Here’s hoping the update will do just the same! We’ll be watching for more updates from Disney, so stay tuned to DFB for more 2024 announcements! Everything NEW Coming to Disney World in 2024 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What are your thoughts about this change to the Country Bears? Tell us in the comments! The post Why Are Fans So Angry About the Country Bears Re-Do in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We love seeing Disney give back, especially to organizations that are creating positive changes in their communities. Walt Disney World Walt Disney World has called Florida “home” for 52 years as of October 1st, 2023. To celebrate the state, Disney has announced that they have made several donations to local nonprofit organizations in Florida. Disney announced recently that they’re “giving new donations totaling $1.5 million to 19 nonprofit organizations creating positive change in the state of Florida.” @Disney Recipients of these donations have done tremendous work in their communities, including supporting the arts, combating homelessness and hunger, establishing strong education and workforce development programs, and so much more. Disney also stated that their Cast Member VoluntEARS have spent more than 115,000 hours in 2023 giving back to some of the recipients of the 2023 grants. @Disney Check out the list of 2023 Disney Grant Recipients here: @Disney Disney hopes the grants will help these organizations continue to uplift and build their communities. Don’t forget to follow along for more Disney Grant updates, as we will be sure to bring you the latest news! Click here to learn about another cool way Disney gives back. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What are your favorite ways Disney gives back? Let us know in the comments below! The post Disney Gives Back to Florida Nonprofits with .5 Million in Grants first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When you’re craving some good chicken at Disney World, a popular choice is the quick service Chicken Guy! restaurant at Disney Springs! Chicken Guy! Headed by celebrity chef Guy Fieri and renowned restauranteur Robert Earl, Chicken Guy! has become a staple in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World since opening in 2018. Featuring budget-friendly chicken tenders, fries, and sandwiches, the menu is simple but has us always coming back for more. Speaking of which, we recently went to Chicken Guy! to try the Korean BBQ Sandwich and, to our surprise, it was NOT what we expected! On the outside looking at the ingredients, the Korean BBQ Sandwich is just that — it has a sticky Korean BBQ sauce with Asian slaw and pickles. We’re happy to report that everything listed in the ingredients was accounted for and, for the most part, it all tasted pretty good! However, despite our mostly positive experience with the sandwich, there are some notable potential caveats. Korean BBQ sandwich Let’s start with the good — and there’s plenty of it. The chicken itself is up to par with Chicken Guy!’s standards. It was very tender on the inside, crispy on the outside, and the breading was seasoned well. The brioche-style bun was soft and pillowy — exactly what you’re looking for in a chicken sandwich. We also thought the sauce added a bit of a spicy kick, but nothing overpowering. Yum! The slaw and pickles had a nice crunch but were a tad sweet. Still, it didn’t bother us too much and we thought it worked. Overall, we thought the flavors complemented each other quite well and made for a pretty tasty sandwich! Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich While we mostly enjoyed the Korean BBQ Sandwich, it did subvert our expectations in one not-so-good way. When talking about a BBQ sandwich, you’d probably expect it to be a bit messy, bathed in tasty BBQ sauce, and dripping with flavor. With our sandwich, this was not the case. Inside the sandwich It had a surprisingly small amount of sauce on it (although some slid off while it was in the packaging) and it was clear the sauce was drizzled on. We would’ve preferred the chicken to be tossed in the sauce to give it some more kick and flavor. Korean BBQ Sandwich Packaging Overall, despite the small amount of sauce, we still found this to be a tasty sandwich. If you love chicken tenders, chicken sandwiches, pickles, and slaw, or are just looking to try a classic with a fun twist, we recommend giving this sandwich a shot the next time you find yourself in Disney Springs. However, pickles and slaw haters, as well as folks looking for a sloppier BBQ sandwich should be advised — this BBQ meal may not be for you the next time you visit Chicken Guy!. Hi Guy! The sandwich fits the Chicken Guy! trend of tasty, yet affordable. By itself, the Korean BBQ Sandwich goes for $8.99 (not bad compared to other fast food chicken sandwiches) and $13.49 as a combo. Menu We definitely recommend trying Chicken Guy! on your next trip to Disney Springs if you haven’t already! The Korean BBQ Sandwich is yet another solid item on a menu with delicious chicken entrees. Whether it be new chicken sandwiches or new restaurant openings, DFB will continue to get you the latest on Disney Springs restaurants and all things Walt Disney World! If You Can Only Eat at One Disney Springs Restaurant, Let It Be This One 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 tried the Korean BBQ Sandwich at Chicken Guy? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: There's Only ONE Problem With the NEW Menu Item at Chicken Guy in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article