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To the uninitiated, Disney World may sound like a place just for kids. After all, the official mascot is a mouse, and some of the most popular attractions live in a place called “Magic Kingdom.” OK, so from a distance, this might not seem like a place for adults, but that is just one of the MANY lies we hear about Disney World. Slinky Dog Dash The truth is, there’s a lot you might not know about Disney World — especially if you haven’t been to the parks in a long time. But fear not! We’re here to correct a few common LIES people believe about Disney World rides. Prepare to have your mind blown. 1. Lie: All Disney World Rides are BORING! Yes, yes, we know — “it’s a small world” is the butt of many jokes. Fine, this ride may not be for everyone. But that doesn’t mean that all Disney World rides are retro, slow-moving time capsules in need of an update. (We still love you, though “it’s a small world”). This ride is a CLASSIC! Disney World actually has several impressive thrill rides, like the new Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction in EPCOT and TRON: Lightcycle / Run in Magic Kingdom. Trust us, there are some speedy coasters in the parks, too! Click here to learn more about Magic Kingdom’s newest thrill ride 2. Lie: Temporary Ride Closure = BROKEN Have you ever been on the Haunted Mansion attraction when your Doombuggy is temporarily stopped? Maybe your journey through Paris was interrupted during Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. Well, many people automatically assume that this means some part of the ride broke down, but that’s not always the case! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure The truth is, rides can be stopped for a number of reasons — many of which do NOT involve any sort of technical issue! If someone drops a pair of Minnie ears on the track, for example, a ride may have to stop for safety reasons. Or, if a guest needs a little extra time to get in or out of a ride vehicle, Cast Members may slow/stop the ride. The point is, there are tons of reasons Cast Members may have to shut down a ride. 3. Lie: Those Posted Wait Times are 100% Accurate Sorry to burst your bubble, but Disney’s attraction wait times may not always be accurate. We’ve seen some HIGH wait times in the past At the end of the night, you may see some slightly inflated wait times prior to park close. Often, you’ll find yourself moving through those standby lines faster than you might expect! Of course, this isn’t always the case, so make sure you’re willing to commit to the posted wait time. Then, if the line ends up moving quickly, it’s just a happy bonus! Disney World’s Ride Wait Times Aren’t What They Seem! 4. Lie: The Single-Rider Line Will ALWAYS Be Faster Than the Standby Line OK, this one might come as a shock. After all, the purpose of the single-rider line is to move you through the queue faster since you’re a party of one. Soarin’ Single Rider Entrance But there are some attractions, like Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, where the line actually moves veryyyy slowly. Believe it or not, a LOT of parties in line for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster come in even numbers, so there’s less room for the single riders to fill in those open seats. This Single Rider Line is a Scam in Disney World 5. Lie: Rope-Drop = Short Lines Turns out that after years and years of telling people that rope-drop is the best way to avoid the lines, everyone listened. And when we say “everyone,” we mean EVERYONE. Rope Drop at Hollywood Studios Nowadays, getting up bright and early to be among the first in line isn’t so easy since EVERYONE seems to have the same idea. Instead, you might actually have better luck hopping in line later in the evening when people are heading back to their hotels or eating dinner. Check those wait times throughout the day, and over time, you’ll see that the lines slow down at night. The Shocking Things I Learned While Rope Dropping Disney’s Hollywood Studios Well, did you learn anything? Next time your friends tell you one of these LIES, you, the Disney expert, can let them in on the TRUTH! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. The Free Service You’re Not Using in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Did you believe any of these lies? Let us know in the comments! The post 5 Lies Everyone Believes About Rides in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World hotels have some of the absolute best restaurants on property. Disney’s Grand Floridian From ‘Ohana to Boma to Topolino’s Terrace and more, plenty of our favorite Disney World eateries can be found at the hotels. Trust us, some of these spots are even worth going out of your way for, and if you’re planning an upcoming trip — there’s a closure you might want to know about. Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will be temporarily closed beginning on September 17th, 2023. Thanks to our friend Joe (@schreiberjoe on Instagram) for letting us know about this update! ©Disney According to Disney World’s website, the closure is so that they can make “a few more equipment updates” following the recent extended closure and menu revamp. Disney expects Narcoossee’s will reopen by mid-October, but no concrete date has been announced just yet. Blackened Redfish Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is currently undergoing a massive overhaul to several areas of the resort, including the lobby and the path that leads you to Gasparilla Island Grill. If you’re staying at this resort anytime soon, keep these changes in mind so that you know what to expect and aren’t shocked when you arrive! Construction We’ll be keeping an eye out for more news on this closure and when Narcoossee’s will officially reopen, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest! FULL REVIEW of the NEW Menu at Narcoossee’s in Disney World 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 eaten at Narcoossee’s? Tell us in the comments. The post NEWS: Temporary CLOSURE Announced for a Disney World Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Cruises have a lot to offer, like letting you experience the magic of Disney while sailing around to different locations! The Disney Wonder in Alaska You can find exclusive entertainment, special themed days at sea, holiday celebrations, attractions, and more aboard all of the Disney ships, but let’s explore EVERYTHING the Disney Wonder has to offer! Disney Wonder The Disney Wonder, the sister ship to the Disney Magic, first set sail in 1999. Ariel on the Disney Wonder The Disney Wonder can carry up to 2,713 passengers (in 875 staterooms) with 11 decks. It is 984 feet long and 171.5 feet high. It has an Art Deco-inspired lobby atrium with colorful carpets and a chandelier that mimics the plumage of a peacock, and the centerpiece of it all is the bronze statue of a princess of the sea, Ariel the little mermaid beckoning you to experience the Golden Age of ocean travel. Disney Wonder Dining Options All of the Disney Cruise ships have Rotational Dining, meaning guests on board rotate between three main table service restaurants for dinner during their cruise. The wait staff also rotates with the restaurants! Guests do not HAVE to eat at the restaurants included in Rotational Dining, but other dinner spots not included in the rotation will cost you extra money. Disney Wonder Atrium Chandelier Let’s break down all of the restaurants included in Rotational Dining on the Disney Wonder! Triton’s Diners are welcomed into the underwater world of The Little Mermaid inside this elegant restaurant named after King Triton, Ariel’s father. Enjoy classic American fare for breakfast and lunch and continental cuisine with a French flair for dinner. Disney Wonder Just behind the atrium statue of Ariel sits the restaurant named for her father. Dive into a grand ballroom that reflects the luxuriousness of a sea palace with a dazzling Art Deco theme. The entire space is brimming with ornate chandeliers, stained glass, sea-inspired architectural flourishes, and a sweeping mural of Ariel and her father. Triton’s offers a regal atmosphere and elegant, yet approachable dinner cuisine. Tiana’s Place Tiana’s Place is inspired by The Princess and the Frog with live jazz music and a festive atmosphere. Tiana’s Place on Disney Wonder The menu includes Louisiana-inspired Creole and Cajun eats. You can get shrimp jambalaya, gumbo, Cajun-spiced seabass, among other entrées. Animator’s Palate The Animator’s Palate restaurant is, obviously, all about Disney animation. The dining room shows hand-drawn designs from artists and guests can even watch an “innovative dinner show that celebrates the art of storytelling” while they eat. Animator’s Palate on the Disney Dream The food here is a fusion of eats from the Pacific Islands, Asia, and California. For appetizers, you can choose from things like smoked salmon tartare, sliced Serrano ham, black truffle pasta purseittes, and a tomato tarte, or you could get things like creamy butternut squash soup, baked potato and cheddar cheese soup, arugula leaves, or a chicken and walnut salad. Ginder-Teriyaki dusted Angus Beef Tenderloin And, for dessert, you can get things like their signature lemon icebox pie, or the crunchy walnut cake, chocolate fudge cheesecake, cookies ‘n cream sundae, or warm sticky date pudding. Also, if you’re 21 or over, you can pay an extra fee to pair your entrée with a wine from the extensive wine list that’s available. Check out our REVIEW of Animator’s Palate right here! Palo Now, let’s talk about Palo. This is an adults-only table service restaurant with a semi-formal dress code. This is one of the spots that isn’t included in the price of your cruise, so you can eat here for an extra cost. Brunch or dinner is $45 per person. Palo Brunch includes things like eggs, soups, waffles and pancakes, pizzas, and entrees. Many of these feature an Italian flair, so you’ll find things on the dinner menu like Lasagna Bolognese and Calzones, along with steak, fish, pasta, and more. Entrées available for dinner include Italian dishes like butternut agnolotti, seared sea scallops on celery root puree, and piquant dover sole (which is fileted table side). FULL REVIEW of Palo Brunch on Disney Cruise Line Other Dining Options Pete’s Boiler Bites (Quick Service) Pete’s Boiler Bites serves traditional American food that you can grab fast. ©Disney You can choose from various burgers, tacos, hot dogs, and more Daisy’s De-Lites (Quick Service) Daisy’s De-Lites is for anyone looking for a healthier snack between meals. ©Disney Options here include salads, sandwiches, wraps, and fruit. Pinocchio’s Pizzeria (Quick Service) You can get pizza by the slice from this spot, located near Goofy’s Pool on the Magic. ©Disney Options include cheese, pepperoni, vegetarian, or Hawaiian, among other toppings. Another quick service spot is Preludes, the snack stand located outside the Walt Disney Theatre for popcorn and sweets to enjoy during the show. ©Disney As for lounges and bars, there are several for you to check out on the ship! The adults-only lounges include Azure, inspired by the deep blue gems of the ocean, Cadillac Lounge, inspired by retro Hollywood; Crown & Fin Pub, inspired by British pubs and taverns, the French Quarter Lounge, with a flair of New Orleans near Tiana’s, Signals, which is up on one of the top decks near the adult pool, and Cove Café, which is a specialty coffee cafe. French Quarter Lounge (adults only after nightfall): This spot is themed after the French Quarter in New Orleans, with wrought iron details and imagery from Disney’s Princess and the Frog. You can listen to live music while you snack on beignets and drink specialty beverages at this location. ©Disney Crown & Fin Pub (adults only after nightfall): The Crown & Fin looks like a classic British pub with leather furniture and a red tin ceiling. There are nods to Disney movies set in England like Peter Pan and 101 Dalmatians. The bar has lager and ale, including more than 14 beers on tap. You can also choose a glass of wine or a cocktail. Crown & Fin Pub Cadillac Lounge (adults only after nightfall): The Cadillac Lounge reminds us of the swanky 1950s cars, with chrome accents and vinyl-covered barstools. This spot has a live piano performer and guest vocalists. You can order from a full bar here, with selections of beer, cocktails, champagne, and wine. Cadillac Lounge Azure (adults only after nightfall): This lounge has a subtle ocean theme, with decor that’s patterned after shells, coral, and other ocean life. This spot serves beer, wine, and cocktails. Some of their recommendations include the Azure (Kissui vodka, sparkling MIO sake, Patrón Citrónge, lime juice, guava juice) and Elderbubble (Absolut Raspberri, St-Germain Elderflower liqueur and Moët & Chandon Imperial). ©Disney Other Lounges: Aside from these lounges, you can also find the Cove Café, D Lounge, and Signals lounges. D Lounge (also found on the Disney Wonder, Dream, and Fantasy): D Lounge is a colorful space with family-friendly entertainment like karaoke and trivia. There’s a full bar with wine and cocktail options as well as nonalcoholic drinks like soda and fruit smoothies. ©Disney Cove Café: This lounge is meant to exude “laid-back sophistication” and “tropical bliss.” It serves specialty drinks, coffee, and tea during the day. You can find cocktails, wine, and light bites here in the evenings. ©Disney Signals: This bar is located in the Quiet Cove, which means no kids are allowed in the area. Signals It serves mixed drinks and cocktails. Disney Wonder Cruising: Restaurant Guide Disney Wonder Itineraries The Disney Wonder primarily offers sailings west of the United States to destinations like the Mexican Riviera, Alaska, Hawaii, and even Australia! Donald on a Disney Cruise to Alaska DETAILS Revealed for Disney Cruise Line Trips in 2024 Disney Cruise Line Staterooms All of the Disney Cruise Line ships have the same standard cabin (or stateroom) options: Inside Stateroom, Oceanview Stateroom, Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah, and Concierge Staterooms. Bed Most staterooms feature Disney Cruise Line’s split-bathroom concept. This layout offers a sink and shower in one room and a sink and toilet in a separate room. And all staterooms feature a bathtub. Bathroom Enhanced storage options include roomy closets and elevated bed frames for additional under-bed storage. Some staterooms offer a pull-down bed for children with a Disney character murals and secret starfield above. Stateroom Shelves for extra storage Staterooms have a 43-inch TV, USB and USB-C ports, large vanity, mini drawer refrigerator, full-length mirror, mini-safe, hairdryer, privacy divider, queen and pull-out sofa beds, deluxe toiletries, plush robes, and lavish bed linens and duvets. Lots of room under the bed to store suitcases! Disney Wonder: 875 total staterooms 262 Inside Staterooms 613Outside Staterooms 220 Oceanview 384 Verandahs (including 22 suites) You can see more of these details and amenities in our full stateroom tour! Disney Wonder Entertainment Onboard a Disney ship, you’ll find Disney characters roaming around and meeting with guests. Generally, these character meet-and-greets or photo-ops are included, though you may need to register in advance for some of the more unique character experiences, so just be aware of that. Pluto Meet and Greet Disney Cruise Line also offers free movies in multiple spots – out on the funnel vision screen near the pools, as well as in the movie theater on the ship. The movie theater even offers runs of new movies that are currently out in theaters. There are also Broadway-style shows in the theater onboard the ship. Typically these large productions are offered more than once night. Each ship has its own unique performances. On the Disney Wonder, guests can see Disney’s Dreams – An Enchanted Classic, The Golden Mickeys, and Frozen, A Musical Spectacular. ©Disney Parks Blog And the ship offers more entertainment beyond just shows and characters! Check out karaoke nights, nighttime shows (typically featuring the main stage performers) for the adults in the adults clubs, kid events like game shows and trivia, free tours of the ship, free drawing lessons, and MORE. Nowadays, you can see the navigator (or the daily list of events for the cruise) through the Disney Cruise Line app, and you may not receive or have access to a physical navigator onboard. ©Disney Cruise Line Each cruise also includes deck parties, select special events during Disney’s themed and holiday cruises (like special character meetings or book readings during the Very Merrytime Cruises or Marvel Day at Sea). Access to the fitness room onboard is also included, and there are typically select exercise classes offered for free (though some exercise classes are an additional cost). Spa services are an additional cost on the cruise ship, but you can typically tour the spa on select days for free, just to get a sense of the space and see what options are available. Fitness Center Fireworks are offered aboard most Disney Cruises. Fireworks viewing spots all around the ship are included. Nighttime fireworks! And, of course, you can’t forget all of the pools and splash zones! There are pools for kids, pools for families, and pools just for adults. A pool for everyone! Pool and a movie! Make sure you stake out your lounge chair for prime sunbathing and pool access! Disney Wonder Kid’s Clubs All of the cruise ships provide youth and teen clubs to keep the kids entertained during the cruise. There’s even a nursery for those wee ones (for an extra fee). Each youth club is tailored to a different age range and includes different entertainment elements. And each ship has its own unique take on each space. “it’s a small world” Nursery (Ages 6 months to 3 years) Yes, there’s even a spot for your baby! So, if you’re looking to book a massage or enjoy a nice dinner with your partner, or even take a nap (because we know you’d love an undisturbed 3-hour nap), you can take your tyke to the nursery. Space is limited, so you’ll need to book your child’s stay as soon as possible (between 75-120 days out, depending on your stateroom and Castaway Club status). Nursery on the Disney Wish Disney’s Oceaneer Club (Ages 3 to 12): Kids are able to visit Disney’s Oceaneer Club. It’s broken up into different themed rooms and based on your child’s interest. They can play in Andy’s Room, Frozen Adventures, Marvel Superhero Academy, and Disney Junio. These fun spaces also come equipped with engaging Counselors to lead crafts and activities, and Disney pals stop in to visit the kids throughout the day. Hiya, Slink! Disney’s Oceaneer Lab (Ages 3 to 12): Another unique spot for kids to hang out and be creative. Your junior Imagineers can create in Animator’s Studio, Craft Studio, Captain’s Workshop, and The Wheelhouse. So, kids can be creative and get hands-on with some of the best tech and art activities available. Edge (Ages 11-14) Tweens have their own space aboard Disney ships. Located in different nooks and secret spots around the ships, these tween clubs provide kids with a chance to hang out with others their age, play games, have a dance or karaoke parties, and engage in counselor-led activities, or just hang out and play video games. Their own little mini vacation within a vacation. Find a spot to chill in Vibe Vibe (Ages 14-17) While designated as a teens-only hangout, Vibe is chaperoned by some of the coolest counselors at sea, in a laid-back way that allows teens to feel as unrestricted and comfortable as they can possibly be. Grab a seat at the “bar” (coffee bar that is…) With so much for kids to do and enjoy that is tailored just for them, you might find they spend the whole cruise in these kids spaces, leaving you to enjoy those adult-only areas we mentioned above. Setting Sail With Disney Cruise Line For more on Disney Cruise Line, check out everything that’s included with your Disney Cruise and the best times to book your Disney Cruise. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates. Click here to see an overview of every Disney Cruise Line restaurant! 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 Are you planning a cruise on the Disney Wonder soon? Tell us what you’re most excited about in the comments! The post Cruising on the Disney Wonder: Everything You Need to Know first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve got Mickey pumpkins in Magic Kingdom, Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew at Main Street Bakery, and even Pumpkin Ice Cream at the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor. Halloween in Magic Kingdom Spooky season is in full effect in Disney World, but one area of our lives has been holding out on us in the pumpkin department — McDonald’s. We’ve been waiting not-so-patiently for their fall classics to return, and the wait is almost over! Recently, McDonald’s brought back the Pumpkin Spice Latte to their online menu. According to the fast food chain, this latte is “freshly brewed and spiced to perfection with hints of pumpkin and cinnamon flavors.” ©McDonald’s You can get this returning favorite hot or iced in select locations soon! Also on their website is the Pumpkin and Cream Pie — a returning favorite from last year. ©McDonald’s Both of these seasonal items’ availability will vary by location, but keep an eye out for them at a McDonald’s near you! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. WARNING: This Change Is Coming to Every Single McDonald’s in the U.S. 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 these pumpkin-flavored items at McDonald’s? Let us know in the comment below! The post NEWS: A Limited-Time Menu Item Is BACK at McDonald's! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready for all the BIG changes in Disney World in 2024? Walt Disney World Railroad Main Street staiton We’ve recently had some MAJOR news regarding the parks, the dining plan, and more. Between what was announced BEFORE Destination D23 and what was announced DURING Destination D23, we’ve seen that some major changes are coming to Disney World — and many of them are coming soon. So here’s how those announcements will affect your 2024 trip. Resort-wide Disney Dining Plan We had some pretty big news recently about the return of the Disney Dining Plan, which allows you to basically pre-pay for all your meals at Disney World. The dining plan will resume on January 9th, 2024, and guests can NOW book a dining plan when they book a vacation at Disney World. Eats at Eight Spoon Cafe Two plans will be available: a quick service dining plan and a standard dining plan. The quick-service plan includes two quick-service meals per day (entree or combo meal at lunch and dinner plus one beverage or one alcoholic beverage for guests 21 and up) plus one snack or additional non-alcoholic drink per day and a resort refillable mug. Yak and Yeti The standard dining plan includes a table service entree and dessert or full buffet per day, as well as a quick-service meal, including entree or combo meal (including beverages) plus one snack or additional non-alcoholic drink per day and a resort refillable mug. Learn more about the Disney Dining Plan Park Pass Reservation Changes All Disney World guests have needed to make park pass reservations for their trip since Disney World reopened in 2020. However, that will change in 2024. As of January 9th, 2024, Disney World guests with date-based tickets will no longer have to make park pass reservations to get into the parks. EPCOT However, those who do not have date-based tickets, like Annual Passholders, Cast Members, and other non-date-based ticket types will still need a park pass in many cases. Learn more about the park pass reservation change Magic Kingdom Hatbox Ghost Earlier this year, Disney announced that the infamous Hatbox Ghost animatronic (as currently seen in Disneyland) would make its way to the Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom. We’ve seen a few signs inside the Haunted Mansion that Disney was preparing for his appearance, but then Disney announced that he would be joining the 999 Happy Haunts in Florida in late November 2023. ©Disney So when you visit Disney World in 2024, you’ll need to make a note to ride Haunted Mansion to see this new addition. More details about Hatbox Ghost’s appearance in Disney World EPCOT New Moana Attraction and Meet and Greet Of all the parks, EPCOT will be the most changed in 2024. First, EPCOT’s newest attraction, Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana will open on October 16th, 2023. That means you’ll be able to check out the new attraction in 2024. Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana In addition, a new Moana meet-and-greet will be available near the attraction, starting on the same day. So you’ll be able to meet Moana and then enjoy a walk through the cycle of water. This Might Be the BEST Way to See EPCOT’s New Moana Attraction Figment The Figment meet and greet that Disney promised in 2022 has finally come to EPCOT. Let’s just say if you want to meet Figment in 2024 — prepare to stand in line! Figment could be THE most popular character in Disney World right now, and we don’t expect that to change in 2024. Figment Meet and Greet You can meet Figment at the Imagination Pavilion where Vanellope from Wreck-It-Ralph used to meet guests. The Biggest Tip You Need If You Want To Meet Figment in EPCOT The transformation will be complete The multi-year EPCOT transformation finally has a completion date, and it’s in December 2023. So when you visit EPCOT in 2024, the construction walls will be gone and you’ll have access to CommuniCore Plaza and CommuniCore Hall (most likely during festivals), as well as see the brand new Walt Disney statue coming to the park. Construction walls in EPCOT If you’ve visited Disney World recently, you’ve probably had to walk around a lot of construction areas, but the end of the transformation should mean more direct paths to just about everything at the front of the park. You HAVE to See the Walt Disney Statue Coming to EPCOT New Nighttime Show EPCOT will also be getting a brand new nighttime show on December 5th, 2023. The show is called Luminous: The Symphony of Us, and will feature fireworks, fountains, lasers, and lighting effects, all set to a Disney soundtrack. ©Disney This show will replace the current EPCOT Forever show that has been running in the interim after the end of the 50th Anniversary show, Harmonious. Everything we know about Luminous so far Disney’s Hollywood Studios Star Tours Disney previously announced that Star Tours would be getting an update (as generally happens when new Star Wars movies are released). However, the Star Tours update is coming sooner than we thought — the ride will feature new scenes in spring 2024. We know that we’ll be seeing Ahsoka in the new scenes! ©Disney Learn more about the Star Tours update So, yes, Disney World will be getting a lot of changes in 2024, so you’ll have to make your plans keeping all that in mind. These are all exciting changes, though, and we can’t wait to see what Disney dreams up for Disney World next (especially with that Magic Kingdom expansion). EVERYTHING Disney Announced For The Parks at Destination D23 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 think about these changes? Let us know which ones you’re looking forward to the most in the comments! 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Disney brought us a whirlwind of updates during Destination D23 this year. Destination D23 We learned that Test Track is getting a reimagining, a new Zootopia show is coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and so much more. But even with all of those news bombs, there were still a few major updates that Disney left out of their announcements this year. Let’s take a look at some of the changes we are still waiting for answers on. EPCOT is in the middle of a major multi-year transformation, and we have heard all kinds of news about potential additions over the years. While a lot has already opened — from thrilling rides to new restaurants and shops — unfortunately, Disney has gone radio-silent on some of those updates. Mary Poppins Attraction Back in 2019 — yes, years ago — we first learned about a Mary Poppins attraction coming to EPCOT during the D23 Expo. Van Dyke himself even helped make the announcement with a bit of song! Mary Poppins attraction concept art According to Disney, this attraction would allow guests to “step in time down Cherry Tree Land past Admiral Boom’s house, then enter Number 17, home of the Banks family.” The plan was for it to come to EPCOT’s UK Pavilion, but is that still the case? Mary Poppins In March 2020, the attraction was officially put on hold. Since Disney didn’t state that it had been canceled, we were still holding out hope! UK Pavilion However, it has been quite a while since we have heard anything about it, and Disney didn’t mention it during Destination D23 this year. Spaceship Earth At the same time that we learned about the Mary Poppins attraction, Disney shared that Spaceship Earth would be getting a reimagining. Spaceship Earth The basic structure of the ride was supposed to remain the same, but instead of the narration focusing on great moments in the human history of communication, new scenes in the ride would focus on storytelling and “reflect human themes.” EPCOT But just like with the Mary Poppins attraction, news of this update has slowed to a halt. In 2020, Disney shared that the overhaul of this ride was postponed indefinitely. Unfortunately, we didn’t hear any updates this year at Destination D23. Play! Pavilion Lastly, this EPCOT transformation was to include the new Play! Pavilion — a “digital metropolis” set in the former Wonders of Life Pavilion. Disney shared that this would feature interactive experiences, games, entertainment, hands-on activities… AND favorite Disney characters, both virtual and real! ©Disney Back in the fall of 2022, we saw some workers on the top of the building for the first time in a long time — but in the following months, not a lot of activity happened. Workers on top of the Pavilion In fact, Disney actually removed it from the park map in January! Previously, the map showed the building with a “Future Home of PLAY!” sign on top… Play! Pavilion …but after the update, the designation is gone. Oh My! Did Disney scrap this project? It’s possible that Disney changed, renamed, or otherwise altered the plans for this attraction and that’s why they are pulling back, but they haven’t commented on the matter officially. Unfortunately, we didn’t hear anything about this project during this year’s Destination D23 either. Play Pavilion Will Disney comment further on these projects soon? We’re keeping an eye out for any updates, so stay tuned to DFB for more. The Biggest Tip You Need If You Want To Meet Figment in EPCOT Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? NEW Festival Areas, Gardens, a Meet-and-Greet Area, and More Are Coming to EPCOT Learn All About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana Has the Mary Poppins Project at Disney World Been Canceled? What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? SNEAK PEEK at the NEW Fireworks Show Coming to EPCOT Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest EPCOT transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What has been your favorite change in EPCOT over the last few years? Let us know in the comments below! The post 3 HUGE EPCOT Announcements Were MISSING from Disney's Recent News Drop first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Thanks to Disney, the Star Wars universe is bigger than ever. We’ve got several TV shows, including some that haven’t even come out yet. We’ve got upcoming movies. We’ve got Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in the parks. We’ve got a Star Tours ride update coming soon. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge But Disney is far from done giving us stories from the galaxy far, far away. There was one particular project we’ve been watching carefully: the Lando series that was once announced for Disney+. Well, it’s been a hot minute since we’ve had an update on the Lando show, but now we have some BIG news to share. So the Lando series to be developed by Justin Simien and starring Donald Glover as Lando Calrissian, was originally announced way back in 2020. However, things seem to have gotten really quiet about the show, leaving many to speculate that it might end up as a canceled project. ©Disney Well, we DID get a bit of an update earlier this year when it was announced that Donald and Stephen Glover would be taking over writing duties for the show, replacing Justin Simien. Well, now we’ve just learned the show is not even a show at all, but a movie! ©Disney According to Variety, Stephen Glover mentioned the project as a movie on the “Pablo Torre Finds Out” podcast. “It’s not even a show…the idea right now is to do a movie. Right now, because of the strike, it’s kind of like telephone, all of the information.” This information was later confirmed by Lucasfilm. Here’s the full podcast:  So the Lando TV series is now being developed as a movie. We don’t have any word on what said movie might be about, although we do know that it will cover Lando’s younger years as a space scoundrel. Perhaps we’ll get to see his adventures BEFORE he met Han Solo. We’ll certainly be keeping an eye out for more details, but we don’t expect to learn anything further until the current writer’s and actor’s strike have ended. Stay tuned to DFB for more! Why the Star Wars Hotel Closed in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you looking forward to a Lando movie? Why or why not? Let us know in the comments! The post We Just Got a HUGE Update on a 'Star Wars' Project first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hi everyone! It’s us, Phoebe and Witty, 2022-2023 Disney Ambassadors of Shanghai Disney Resort. It was such a great pleasure to be at Walt Disney World and to finally meet our fellow Disney Ambassadors in person. We were also extremely excited to have the privilege of participating in Destination D23! The past few days were […]View the full article

PLEASE someone talk us out of blowing our Disney souvenir budget right now! Mickey We just found four new pairs of fall-themed Mickey earrings from BaubleBar, and we’re having an incredibly hard time resisting the temptation to add all of these to our online cart. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Check out these Fall earrings by Disney x BaubleBar to get ready for pumpkin spice season. Get the Fall Mickey Hoop Earrings ©BaubleBar These hoop earrings are shaped like Mickey and are covered in fall leaves, which are gold, pink, and orange. ©BaubleBar They’d be perfect for a fall day picking pumpkins or visiting Magic Kingdom! Buy them here! Get the Mickey Candy Apple Earrings ©BaubleBar These next earrings are shaped like one of our favorite Disney World treats! The Mickey Mouse Candy Apple Earrings feature sparkly red apples with gold-and-rhinestone caramel on top. ©BaubleBar They’re great for fall, but since Disney has this treat year-round, they really work for any season! Buy them here! Get the Mickey Pumpkin Spice Latte Earrings ©BaubleBar Speaking of treats, how about these Mickey Pumpkin Spice Latte Earrings? ©BaubleBar They’re covered in rhinestones and have a cute little Mickey-shaped pumpkin on the front. Buy them here! Get the Mickey Scarecrow Earrings ©BaubleBar Last but not least are the Mickey Mouse Scarecrow Earrings. ©BaubleBar They’re perfect for this time of year but also kind of remind us of Mickey’s farmer outfit at Garden Grill, so now we know what we’ll be wearing the next time we visit that EPCOT restaurant! Buy them here! Now you’re all set to celebrate fall, Disney-style. Which of these items is your favorite? (We really need help deciding because right now we just want ALL of them!) Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Visit our DFB Amazon storefront for more Disney merchandise online!The post Don't Say We Didn't WARN You -- Disney's New Accessories Are Seriously Tempting first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Planning a trip to Disney World in 2024? You might want to book those hotel reservations ASAP. Disney’s BoardWalk We’ve already shared a look at lies people believe about the Disney World hotels, the flaws with Disney’s hotels, and some Disney World hotels that you’ll HATE staying at. But which ones might be the hardest reservations to score in 2024? We’ve got you covered with a full list! Disney’s BoardWalk Inn 2024 could be a VERY popular year at Disney’s BoardWalk in general and especially over at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn for multiple reasons. The entire area has been undergoing a bit of transformation these last few years, with Carousel Coffee and BoardWalk Deli having arrived not all that long ago and the clown slide replaced with a Mickey design. But more big changes are on the way. First, the rooms at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn are getting some updates, which could make this location a popular spot for those looking for the latest in Disney World accomodations. ©Disney The hallways and carpeting have been updated with teals, whites, and touches of black. New hallways! You’ll find some adorable Disney references as well so be on the lookout for those! A closer look at the light The rooms themselves are also looking refreshed… ©Disney …with some new artwork and more. ©Disney But it’s more than just updated rooms. The BoardWalk area is also set to get NEW restaurants soon. The Cake Bake Shop is set to open in 2023 and it’ll feature both a table service option and a to-go bakery. The Table Service restaurant will offer brunch, lunch, and dinner with both sweet and savory menus, and afternoon tea service will be offered too. Quick treats will be accessible via the bakery case. Concept art for The Cake Bake Shop And there’s MORE. A new food kiosk from the folks at Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs will also be opening on the BoardWalk and yes, the controversial PICKLE CORN DOG will be there! Blue Ribbon already operates a kiosk in Downtown Disney (at Disneyland Resort) but this will be their first location in Disney World. The spot typically serves up elaborate creations like a Mexican Street Corn Dog, a Christmas Corn Dog, and even a Golden Dragon Corn Dog! Blue Ribbon’s Pickle Dog Just be warned that the bathrooms in the lobby at Disney’s BoardWalk seem to perpetually be closed. Hopefully, 2024 will bring a change to that. Still closed And between the updated rooms and new restaurants, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn could be THE place to be in 2024. Is this what we can expect when the Cake Bake Shop opens?! Disney’s Beach Club Resort Another spot that could be especially popular in 2024 is the Beach Club. Part of the reason for that is because it is close to some of the newer things coming to Disney’s BoardWalk — The Cake Bake Shop and Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs. The Beach Club is within walking distance (though further than Disney’s BoardWalk Inn) to where these spots will be, making it another great choice if you’re all about experiencing new food. Cakes at the Cake Bake Shop in Indianapolis But the Beach Club has some other reasons why it might be popular too. This hotel is also getting some updated rooms. Construction has been going on for a while and is set to be completed late in the fall of 2023, so 2024 should be a good year to visit once that work has wrapped up. The new rooms feature updated pieces to match the new look and feel. New chair And you’ll find some references to Donald Duck in the room too! Donald Duck art in a refurbished Beach Club room There are also some updated carpets in the hallways. See Donald’s footprints? The lobby here also recently underwent a bit of a refurbishment and now there are updated front desks in the lobby… New lobby updates …with some beautiful artwork behind them. Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto are at the beach! Updated rooms with Donald Duck touches + easy walking access to new restaurants (+ all of the other great amenities at the hotel like the pool) = one potentially VERY popular spot. Book those Beach Club reservations early! Click here to learn about the SECRET way to stay in select Disney World hotels for LESS! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Another hotel that’s getting some upgrades is Disney’s Grand Floridian. Right now, the hotel is quite the construction zone, with TONS of work being done on the outside… Lots of scaffolding …and inside. Construction Updated Disney Vacation Club rooms with a Mary Poppins theme are already available at the Grand Floridian, but once all of that construction is complete there will be more refurbished room spaces. The lobby of the Grand Floridian is also set to get some updates and maintain its classic theming but also get some “fresh new enhancements.” Disney hasn’t specified when that work will be done, but things could be much closer to complete in 2024. Lobby Plus, the Grand Floridian has recently seen some other changes. Citricos reopened in 2021 with an updated Mary Poppins Returns theming and Narcoossee’s reopened in 2023 with a NEW menu and updated theming as well. Ocean-inspired Charcuterie Board All of those updates — particularly once the lobby gets its updates at the hotel — could make the Grand Floridian popular in 2024. We’ve Stayed at Every Disney World Hotel. These Are the BEST. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground might not be the first place that comes to your mind when considering hotels for 2024, but this place could be VERY popular that year. Why? Well, in 2024 BRAND NEW cabins are set to open in the campground. According to Disney, there will be more than 350 refreshed cabins that’ll replace the existing ones. These new cabins will be part of the Disney Vacation Club resort lineup, but anyone will be able to book them (including those who aren’t DVC members). Fort Wilderness Cabin Concept Art ©Disney The cabins will be able to sleep up to 6 adults, will have a bedroom, living room, bathroom, full kitchen, and private patio, and a select number will be dog-friendly. Disney has also hinted that the rest of the resort could get some updates including an updated pool and some enhancements on the walking trail. On top of that, Trail’s End Restaurant recently reopened as a revamped/expanded Quick Service restaurant (that gives some major Costco vibes). There are new food items and some are served in bigger portions that could feed the whole family. See our full review here. NEW EATS at Trail’s End! Crockett’s Tavern has also received a bit of a makeover and features new menu items and an updated look. You can read our FULL review of that here. Full Spread from Crockett’s Tavern So whether you want newer cabins or NEW eats and drinks, Fort Wilderness is where it’s at for 2024. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort (Late 2024) Another spot that could be very popular in Disney World in 2024 is Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The hotel is already tremendously popular thanks to its restaurants with delicious food, monorail and walking access to Magic Kingdom, and more. But 2024 will bring a whole other level of excitement to this hotel because that’s when the NEW Disney Vacation Club villas at the hotel are set to open. The rooms are expected to open in late 2024, so we expect the reservations later in the year for these specific rooms could fill up fast. ©Disney The rooms will be inspired by the early concepts of the hotel. ANd aside from the new rooms there will also be new recreational offerings and dining options. Poly construction We’ve actually seen a LOT of construction work going on here and things seem to be moving along. More work to be done There is (of course) still a lot of work to be done, but 2024 could be a really important year for this spot. Click here to see the latest updates from the construction of these new rooms Later Into 2024 — Monorail Resorts in General Later into 2024, the monorail resorts in general could also be of particular interest to some fans. Why? Well, because in late 2024, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure — the re-themed version of Splash Mountain — is set to open in Magic Kingdom. Those who want to be among the first to experience the attraction might opt to stay at a monorail resort so they can have quick access to Magic Kingdom and the ability to get in line as early as possible. More construction That could make these already popular hotels even more difficult to secure reservations for. Just keep in mind that an opening date for the new Tiana ride has yet to be announced. Click here to see more about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and what you should expect Walking Access to EPCOT Finally, the hotels that have walking access to EPCOT — Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, and the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve — could be particularly popular in 2024 since EPCOT will have quite a few new things for fans to check out! Disney’s Beach Club Resort First, Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana will be open by then as it is set to open in late 2023. Group water element Plus, World Celebration is set to be complete by 2023, which means that the new Walt Disney statue, CommuniCore Hall, CommuniCore Plaza, World Celebration gardens, World Celebration Mickey meet-and-greet space, and more should ALL be done by then. CommuniCore Plaza ©Disney That’ll give EPCOT fans a whole bunch of new reasons to visit the park and what better way to visit than by staying within walking distance to the secret back entrance to EPCOT?! So where will YOU be staying in 2024? Let us know in the comments! If you’re thinking about staying at one of the hotels listed above (where reservations are already available) consider booking your trip ASAP to secure your room. DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO And stay tuned for more Disney news!  Where would you like to stay in 2024? Tell us in the comments! The post These Will Be the HARDEST Disney World Hotel Reservations to Get in 2024 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sure, the Magic Kingdom nightly fireworks show is pretty incredible, but would you believe us if we told you there was ANOTHER fireworks show that rivals even the beloved Happily Ever After? We’ll give you a hint: it happens around the holiday season. Magic Kingdom during the holidays Disney just shared an update on Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks happening this year during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. It’s time to bust out the jingle bells and put on your Christmas sweaters, people! Did you know that there is an exclusive event WITHIN the exclusive Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party event? Yep, if you want to be a true V.I.P., you can purchase separate tickets for Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace. 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. Christmas fireworks in 2022 The buffet includes a variety of treats, including cupcakes, chocolate-covered strawberries, chocolate mousse, ice cream, fruits and cheese, and specialty beverages. If you love sweets and Disney’s impressive nighttime spectaculars, this might be worth the upgrade! Happy Holidays! Mark your calendars! Disney just announced that tickets will be available for purchase starting September 28th. You can add this event to your Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party ticket for all parties happening between November 9th through December 22nd, 2023. Fireworks Dessert Parties are a great way to get a good view (with snacks!) Here’s a look at the pricing for the event in 2022. Keep in mind this is an additional cost on top of your MVMCP tickets. Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace Adult $114.00 Child $69.00 Holiday Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing Adult $99.00 Child $59.00 In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Click here to learn more about the fireworks dessert party! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2023 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 over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2023 Holiday Season 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 2023 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 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 BOOKING DATE ANNOUNCED for Fireworks Dessert Parties at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World changes can be overwhelming at times. Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe Spread But, when a change rolls around that ends up making our trips (and lives) just a bit easier — we rejoice and sing it from the hills. One of the most exciting changes in recent Disney World history is the addition of Mobile Order at restaurants. The service has gone through a few changes over the years, and now another update has landed in the Disney World app! Mobile Order at Disney World can be a gamechanger — just open the My Disney Experience app, go to the Order Food section, and BAM! A whole list of restaurants you can order from through the app and then go pick up during a designated time period. In the past, people have had a 30-minute window to go pick up their food after placing an order, but that has now changed at several restaurants. Mobile Order sign in EPCOT We opened the app and found that quite a few restaurants in Magic Kingdom were showing 15-minute pickup windows instead of the regular 30-minute windows. ©Disney Main Street Confectionery and The Lunching Pad were the only two restaurants that still showed a 30-minute timeframe. ©Disney We checked other parks to see if this update was showing anywhere else, and it looks like some Animal Kingdom spots have been affected as well. Zuri’s Sweets Shop is the only restaurant still showing a 30-minute window. None of the restaurants in Hollywood Studios or EPCOT appear to have been impacted by this change — at least for now. PizzeRizzo Mobile Order Sign We’re not sure if this is an intentional update or a temporary glitch, but once we placed our Mobile Order we realized we had to book it to make it to the restaurant. Keep this in mind if you’re heading to Disney World soon, as you might not have as much time as you originally thought to grab your order. If you miss your Mobile Order window and the order disappears from the home screen of the My Disney Experience app, don’t worry. Simply click on the three horizontal lines in the bottom right corner of the screen, then select “Mobile Food Orders.” You should be able to find your order there, and if you take it to the restaurant’s Mobile Order pickup counter within a few minutes of the window expiring, the Cast Member there may be able to revive the order for you. Sign directing to Regular and Mobile Order Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. Use our discount code for DFB readers – WDW2023 – for 25% off! We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney World changes like this, so stay tuned to DFB for me! EVERYTHING You Need To Know About Using Mobile Order in Disney World 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! What do you thnk of this new change? Tell us in the comments! The post CHANGES Made to Mobile Order on Disney World App first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s take a minute and just appreciate all the sales that are happening right now before the week is done! Halloween in Magic Kingdom With how fast time is flying by, we don’t want you to miss a single opportunity to help you save on your next Disney merch purchases! So, we pulled together a list of the deals on the merch and the other essentials you’ve been looking for. Let’s go! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. With so many sales happening at shopDisney right now we’ve got to just jump right in. Let’s go! First up, before the summer flees, check out the “So Long Summer Sale Up to 50% Off On Clothing, Accessories, & More.” ©Disney Don’t miss out on them. They’ll go quick! View on shopDisney Shop this Walt Disney World Stitch Tie Dye Spirit Jersey for 40% Off ©Disney And here’s the back ©Disney First up as part of that sale, if you’re looking for a new top for your next Disney trip, here’s an option for you that has those summer and Stitch vibes you need! View on shopDisney The next sale you should check out is the “Scare Up Savings On Costumes, Décor & More” for 20% Off orders of $75 or more in the Halloween Shop. ©Disney Just type in EEK at checkout in the promo code section. View on shopDisney Shop this Mickey Mouse Vampire Glow-in-the-Dark Crossbody Bag by Cakeworthy ©Disney Here’s the back: ©Disney Here’s how it looks when it’s glowing: ©Disney You did say you were on the hunt for a spooky new backpack to take with you to the parks, right? View on shopDisney Shop this Mickey Mouse Halloween Skeleton Glow-in-the-Dark Earrings by BaubleBar ©Disney These glow-in-the-dark earrings could be great accent pieces for your Halloween party outfit! View on shopDisney While you’re shopping, make sure not to miss the opportunity to get $5 Off each ornament when you purchase 2 or more. ©Disney View on shopDisney Shop this Grogu Plush in Pumpkin Shell for $18 with any purchase ©Disney You can’t beat having Grogu and a pumpkin shell. He’ll definitely get you ready for the spooky season. View on shopDisney Shop this Mickey Mouse Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween 2023 Plush for $18 with any purchase ©Disney And here’s how he looks in the dark: ©Disney It’s Mickey. He’s looking so dapper and he glows in the dark. Do we have to say more?! View on shopDisney Shop this Minnie Mouse Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween 2023 Plush for $18 with any purchase ©Disney And here’s how she looks in the dark: ©Disney And if you’re getting a Mickey Mouse plush, you might as well get his main squeeze too. View on shopDisney If you’re planning on picking up a plush, don’t miss out on getting $5 Off each plush when you purchase 2 or more. ©Disney View on shopDisney We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow along for more. For additional savings, there’s a code for free shipping on orders of $75 or more — just type in SHIPMAGIC at checkout in the promos section. ©Disney Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney merchandise news! Click here to view our Amazon Storefront Will you be checking out any of these deals? Let us know in the comments! The post The Biggest Disney DEALS Happening This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Guests at Disney World resorts (as well as some of Disney’s Good Neighbor hotels) get access to some pretty cool perks. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Those perks include free transportation to and from the parks and Disney Springs, as well as Early Theme Park Entry. There’s also Extended Evening Hours, which is available to guests staying at Deluxe hotels. This perk lets you stay in the park for a few hours AFTER it closes to the public. We recently discovered that Disney’s Animal Kingdom will soon be offering Extended Evening Hours, and now we have even more details about what rides will be open. According to Disney’s calendar, Extended Evening hours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom are available on November 8th, November 22nd, December 4th, and December 28th from 7PM to 9PM. Disney may update those dates and add more in the future. Here’s the full list of attractions that will be open during those hours: Avatar Flight of Passage DINOSAUR Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain It’s Tough to be a Bug! Meet Favorite Disney Pals at Adventurers Outpost Na’vi River Journey TriceraTop Spin Expedition Everest Note that guests will need to have a valid park ticket and a park pass reservation for the same park on the same day to experience Extended Evening Hours. However, guests with a ticket or Annual Pass with the Park Hopper option don’t need an Animal Kingdom park reservation — they will only need to enter the park they made their reservation for but can then hop over to Animal Kingdom for Extended Evening Hours later. Pandora in Animal Kingdom So mark your calendars if you’re eligible for those Extended Evening Hours. Most rides will have shorter wait times during these extra hours, so it’s a good opportunity to visit Animal Kingdom when the crowds are at their lowest. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Hold up for a sec! Before you plan your next trip to Disney World, check out our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. 3 NEW Permits Hint at CHANGES Coming to Disney’s Animal 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 Will you be taking advantage of Extended Evening Hours in Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post FULL LIST of Rides That Are Open for Extended Evening Hours at Disney's Animal Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Extended Evening Hours are a benefit for people staying at Disney World Deluxe Resorts and Villas, and allows them extra time in select theme parks at night — which is a great way to experience a ton of attractions with little to no waits! Hollywood Studios Right now, this benefit is only available in Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios. That’s all about to change, though, and we couldn’t be more excited! Disney has CONFIRMED that Extended Evening Hours are coming to Animal Kingdom! We thought this news would be coming soon, after spotting Extended Evening Hours listed for this park on the calendar a while back — but now it’s officially confirmed! Tree of Life The Disney World website has been updated with information about this offering. Extended Evening Hours will be available at Animal Kingdom on November 8th and 22nd, and December 4th and 28th, 2023. The Disney World calendar shows 7PM to 9PM as the hours! ©Disney Attractions that will be available include: Avatar Flight of Passage DINOSAUR Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain It’s Tough to be a Bug! Meet Favorite Disney Pals at Adventurers Outpost Na’vi River Journey TriceraTop Spin Pandora – The World of Avatar at night We’ll be on the lookout for more details to be released about what we may be able to expect from Extended Evening Hours at Animal Kingdom, and be sure to keep an eye out for our coverage of this new event! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest news and updates on all the parks and the perks that you get when staying on Disney property. We’ll keep you in the loop! Click Here to Learn More About Extended Evening Hours in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be attending Animal Kingdom’s Extended Evening Hours? Tell us in the comments! The post CONFIRMED: Extended Evening Hours Are Coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Many Disney fans are very excited about the opening of Summer House on the Lake in Disney Springs later this year. But what if we told you that you can eat at the restaurant in Orlando at a DIFFERENT location? Inside Terminal C at MCO Airport We’re heading to Orlando Airport’s Terminal C to check it out! Inside MCO Airport, there’s a Summer House on the Lake location that you can sit down and dine at! The restaurant is located inside Terminal C. Orlando Aiport just started a terminal tourism program — so you don’t even have to have an airline ticket to visit the terminal and the restaurants and shops there! Click here to read all about how to get into this Orlando Airport terminal without a boarding pass! Summer House on the Lake This is a fully functional restaurant with a large menu to satisfy you and your family’s different tastebuds. And yes, that does include a full beer, wine, and cocktail menu. Drink Menu Items on the menu also include multiple salads, starters, burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, tacos, and more. Summer House Food Menu Traveling early in the morning? Not to worry, there’s a small breakfast menu that includes items like omelets, eggs, pancakes, avocado toast, and more. It’s a great way to fill up before your flight, or before you travel to Disney World so you can head straight into the parks. Breakfast Menu We also love how it’s decorated, and if this is what the Disney Springs location is going to look like, we’re excited! Inside Summer House on the Lake Eating at this existing location can give you a good idea if you want to make a point to head to the Disney Springs location once it opens. More MCO Airport News! The Secret Way to Eat at a Brand New Restaurant BEFORE It Opens in Disney WorldThe Orlando Airport Announced Another NEW Nonstop Route!The Orlando Airport Had RECORD-BREAKING CROWDS in 2023Orlando Airport Adds NEW Nonstop Flights!Important Airline CHANGES Are Coming to the Orlando Airport As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney and Orlando news! Heads up — Southwest is changing its boarding process! Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe Are you looking forward to Summer House on the Lake in Disney Springs? Tell us your thoughts below! The post The Secret Way to Eat at a Brand New Restaurant BEFORE It Opens in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

How do you prefer to get to Magic Kingdom? The Monorail? Ferryboat? Bus? Magic Kingdom Did you know there’s actually ANOTHER way? Typically, you could get from the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC) to Magic Kingdom via a walking trail that takes you through Disney’s Monorail resorts. It’s a bit of a long walk, but it can be a much more peaceful way to get to and from the park than squeezing into a packed Monorail — if you don’t mind spending the extra time on your feet, that is. But unfortunately, that trail had a surprise closure recently that you might want to know about! If you walk the full trail from the TTC to Magic Kingdom, you’ll pass through Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. But lately, those hotels have been going through a lot of construction. Polynesian construction The path between the two resorts was closed for a while while the Polynesian Resort was working on its new DVC tower, but a redirected path opened up in September of 2022. Redirected Polynesian walkway The walkway between the Grand Floridian and Magic Kingdom was also closed for a while during some of its construction, but it reopened in May of this year. Sign pointing to the walkway Now, the saga continues — the walkway between the Polynesian and Grand Floridian is closed again. Another walkway closure Unfortunately, there are no alternative walking paths to get between these two resorts at this time, so you might want to take the Monorail in the meantime. We’ll keep an eye out for any updates, so stay tuned to DFB for more! See the Big CHANGES at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Expansion 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 is your favorite way to get to Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments below! The post It Just Got HARDER for Some People To Get to Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Grand Floridian hotel has been undergoing some pretty big updates. Lots of work is being done The hotel has been getting some major refurbishments done. We’ve seen scaffolding around the buildings and inside the lobby. Well, good news: we have a new update on a bit of the construction zone! The Grand Floridian is one of the most iconic (and expensive) Disney resorts. It’s beautiful inside and out (when there’s no construction). It features the nearby Wedding Pavilion, gorgeous light fixtures, wonderful restaurants, and an enchanting lobby. It’s a resort that, even if you’re not staying there, you definitely want to go visit! Disney’s Grand Floridian The lobby at the Grand Floridian previously had some walls up around it that seriously disturbed the appearance of this normally beautiful, serene space. Grand Floridian Lobby Construction Then, earlier this week, we saw that the walls were down! Back to normal However, while the lobby area was all put back together, there were still walls and scaffolding higher up above the lobby, blocking the view. Not back to normal Today, we went back to the Grand Floridian to check on this, and we saw it was mostly removed! The lobby is mostly clear of construction! Here’s a closer look! It’s gone from this section! We are getting much closer to having the inside of this magnificent hotel back to normal! We’ll keep you updated as we learn more. Check back to Disney Food Blog for more Disney updates! See the Big CHANGES at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Expansion 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 Will you visit the Grand Floridian when the renovation is complete? Let us know in the comments! The post GREAT NEWS About the Grand Floridian Hotel in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

D23, Disney’s Official Fan Club, is known for its BIG events. ©Disney Just last week Destination D23 was held in Walt Disney World, and we got a ton of news during the event. There is also the Hocus Pocus Ball they are hosting in Salem on October 7th. If those weren’t enough to make us jealous of D23 members, this next event will. D23: The Official Disney Fan Club is inviting fans around the world to the Royal Ball at The Walt Disney Studios—celebrating 100 years of Disney. Upon arrival, guests will arrive at The Walt Disney Studios lot via a sprawling purple carpet, complete with photo opportunities aplenty. Attendees will find displays of magical costumes and props from the Walt Disney Archives, shop at the Walt Disney Studio Store and Walt Disney Company Store, and eat foods inspired by each decade of Disney history. Um…this sounds pretty incredible, don’t you think? ©D23 There will also be plenty of entertainment, from music to exclusive Disney character meet-and-greets. Fans in attendance will also be able to watch the new short Once Upon a Studio from Walt Disney Animation Studios in the historic Studio Theater. We saw a sneak peek of this at Destination D23. Chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Josh D’Amaro at Destination D23 D23 Gold Members may reserve a ticket for themselves and up to five guests for $199. Each attendee must have a ticket in their possession for entry. There are a limited number of tickets available. D23 Members must log in by using their D23.com member account information when reserving tickets. ©D23 For more Disney news, keep following us at DFB. Here’s Everything That Was Announced at Destination D23 This Year 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 a member of D23? Let us know in the comments. The post Disney's Exclusive New 100th Anniversary Event Takes Things to a WHOLE. NEW. LEVEL. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We are in the Disney World parks every single day! Magic Kingdom No really — every single day we have reporters in the parks so we can bring you the latest Disney news. Being in the parks this much also has the advantage of knowing which Disney souvenirs are totally worth your money. Our reporters made a list of the items they use daily. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Look at ALL the Minnie Ears You Could Choose From Here Orange & Black Minnie Halloween Ears We say this knowing that Minnie Ears isn’t for everyone, but a few of our reporters love them. We like a pair that is light in weight so it won’t give us headaches and a pair that is simple in design so it can match multiple outfits. Of course, there are Minnie Ears for different seasons, holidays, rides, parks, and more. View on shopDisney here Get This Mickey Mouse Loungefly Backpack on Amazon ©Amazon Loungefly mini backpacks are popular among Disney guests. Similar to Minnie Ears, there are several styles of Loungefly bags. A few of our reporters like how the backpack is big enough to hold the essentials for a park day, without being a large bag. This Mickey Mouse Quilted Backpack is a classic choice for a Loungefly bag. View on Amazon here Check Out This Collapsible Water Bottle for 36% Off ©Amazon Our reporters will tell you that you will want to drink plenty of water throughout the day. Many of us carry around a refillable water bottle to help keep us hydrated throughout the day because buying multiple bottles of water each day we report is a waste of money. Something like this Collapsible Water Bottle from Amazon is perfect for filling it with water and then being able to store it in your bag when you’re finished. View on Amazon here Order This Water Bottle With a Carrying Case for 20% Off Right N0w ©Amazon Another option for a refillable water bottle is this Water Bottle with a carrying case from Amazon. The bottle comes with lines that indicate when you should drink the water to help keep you hydrated. It also comes with a carrying case with an adjustable strap to help keep your hands free around the park. View on Amazon Here Order Yourself An Adorable NuiMO Here nuiMO display A few members of our team have a NuiMO they have attached to their bags. These are small Disney characters that you can purchase and buy outfits for. They are pretty adorable and it’s even better when you take your nuiMO character to meet the real Disney character. This is a great way to decorate your bag and you can attach them with a rubber band or hair tie. View on shopDisney here Pick Out A MagicBand+ For Yourself Today MagicBand+ Finally, many of our reporters have MagicBand+. It’s an easy way to scan into the parks, scan in for Lightning Lanes, and even interact with the 50 gold statues. If you are staying on property they can be used to open your hotel room or pay for items in stores. There are several MagicBand designs to pick from and they are pretty handy on your vacation. View on shopDisney here Those are the items we actually use in the parks. For more Disney tips and tricks, keep following us at Disney Food Blog. Looking for more merch for your Disney trip? Check out our Amazon Storefront here! The post 6 Disney Souvenirs We Use EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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September is Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month, and Disney is celebrating. Mirabel at Disneyland The celebration begins in Disney World on September 15th and runs through October 15th. For the celebration, Mirabel and Bruno will be coming to Magic Kingdom. Disney will also be celebrating with 54 more new offerings, and now, there’s a treat you can make at home! Dole has created a recipe in honor of Mexico’s Independence Day, which is September 16th. This all-new vegan dessert features DOLE Bananas and Avocados with dark chocolate, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne pepper to create a “unique cultural fusion that’s perfect for autumn.” Now, let’s get to the recipe! Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT Frozen Mexican Hot Chocolate Dole Whip Yield: Makes 4 servings at 279 calories each Ingredients: 1 tablespoon turbinado cane sugar ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper 4 ripe DOLE Bananas, peeled, cut crosswise into thirds and frozen 2 DOLE Avocados, peeled, pitted, quartered and frozen 2 cups unsweetened cashew milk, chilled ¼ cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon powdered sugar 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 tablespoons shaved vegan dark chocolate Would it be Donald approved? Directions: Stir cane sugar and ¼ teaspoon cayenne on a small plate. Dampen rims of 4 (8-ounce) glasses with water; dip rims of glasses into sugar mixture to coat. Purée bananas, avocados, milk, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract and remaining ¼ teaspoon cayenne in a blender on high until smooth. Makes about 5 cups. Divide banana mixture into prepared glasses; sprinkle with chocolate shavings. ©Dole Stay tuned to DFB for all the Disney recipes we find. 5 Disney World Snack HACKS $5 Or Less! 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 Would you try this recipe at home? Tell us your thoughts in the comments. The post Disney RECIPE: Make Frozen Mexican Hot Chocolate Dole Whip At Home! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Fall is an exciting time to indulge in different foods, and a great place to do that is EPCOT! EPCOT And… right next to EPCOT. Sure, we all know about the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival where you can snag different small bites from the seasonal booths scattered throughout the park. However, a lesser-known fall food event takes place outside of EPCOT but just nearby — at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel. The Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic has been a fan-favorite event for Disney adults and food-lovers alike for the past 14 years! This year, the event will take place on November 10th and 11th. Booths and tables line the sidewalks and lounging areas that surround the Swan and Dolphin, and guests have the opportunity to try some new snacks and sips as well as watch some pretty cool chef demonstrations and seminars. 2022 Food & Wine Classic This year, the Swan and Dolphin announced that there would be some NEW menu items to join the Food and Wine Classic lineup. Check them out! Red Chile Chicken Taco with avocado, tomatillo, pico de gallo and queso fresco on corn tortillas from Rosa Mexicano Smoked American Lamb: Hand crafted lamb, smoked cumin and harissa barbeque sauce, roasted black pepper and date puree and pickled mustard greens from Smokin’ D’s BBQ ©Swan and Dolphin Gorgonzola Cheese-Filled Agnolotti with spiced pear, walnuts, nasturtium and ‘Nduja vinaigrette from Il Mulino Tonnarelli Pasta: House-made tonnarelli pasta, steamed baby clams, roasted tomato sauce, Calabrian chili and guanciale from Amare Congee: Slow-cooked rice porridge, shrimp dumpling, fried shallot, green onion, garlic, and crispy chili flakes from China Town pop-up Of course, there will also be some returning favorites, like: Roasted Linz Heritage Black Angus Beef Tenderloin with potato puree, pearl onion, Dijon mustard and cognac sauce from Shula’s Steak House Signature Classic Guacamole en Molcajete with fresh tortilla chips and roasted tomato salsa from Rosa Mexicano Crispy Cauliflower with sweet and spicy Thai chili sauce shoyu from the Beer Garden Dragon Roll: Crispy shrimp, yellowfin tuna, Haas avocado and kewpie mayonnaise from Kimonos Baked Ricotta Cheese, carrot two ways, radish, tomato, and pine nut “gremolata” from Il Mulino Baked Ricotta Cheese Custard We were also told that we can expect to hear from the hotel’s pastry team soon regarding an array of NEW desserts. Food and Wine Classic 2021 We’re so excited about these new and returning dishes. If you’re hoping to check out the event for yourself, you can purchase tickets from the Swan and Dolphin Website. We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney food news, so make sure to follow along for more! Looking for more great eats to try this fall? Click here! Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best 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 ever attended the Food and Wine Classic? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Menu Items Announced For The 2023 Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Y’all know us — if Disney says the word “new food,” we’ll come running. Disneyland Resort So when Disneyland tells us there are new Halloween treats to try, or there are new foods coming for Dia de Los Muertos, or when new items get added to menus, we are going to be FIRST in line to try those out. So we’re heading to two Disneyland restaurants to check out a TON of new food and drinks! First, we’re headed to River Belle Terrace, which is not only offering new food for lunch and dinner but also offering a new brunch service. Brunch? Hello?!?!? We are in! But there’s something else going on here, too. For the first time EVER, alcohol is now being offered here. Before now, only a select few Disneyland restaurants were serving alcohol. But now things are changing! River Belle Terrace You’ll find a new cocktail PLUS wine and beer on the menu at River Belle Terrace now. To learn more about why it’s such a big deal that alcohol just arrived in Disneyland, click HERE! Let’s talk about the new signature cocktail here. It’s the Wildberry Mule for $18 and it’s made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Blackberry Purée, Lime and Ginger Syrup, and Blackberries. This is a refreshing drink that’s light on the alcohol and ginger. Each sip is full of berry flavor, though. Wildberry Mule A new non-alcoholic beverage is also on the menu now — the Mississippi Mud Pie for $8.50. It’s made with Sprite, Chocolate Fudge Syrup and Cream, topped with Whipped Cream, and Crumbled Chocolate Cream Cookies. This drink, well, it’s not as good as the boozy drink we had. It reminded us of Yoo-Hoo, which is certainly an acquired taste (and not one our reporter is a big fan of). A Cast Member also advised us to stir it up well, which is 100% necessary. The Sprite in the drink reminded us of something from an old-fashioned soda shop, like an Egg Cream. Mississippi Mud Pie Because we visited at brunch, we had a chance to try the Signature Pancakes for $15. They’re served with a Cream Cheese Frosting, Apple Wood Smoked Bacon, and Breakfast Sausage. The pancakes were PUMPKIN-flavored, but not TOO pumpkin, if you know what we mean. It was like eating a pumpkin loaf or muffin — just PERFECTLY fall. The pancakes had a nice sweetness and were lightly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Signature Pancakes The dollop of cream cheese frosting with the berries (shaped to look like a Mickey, OF COURSE) was a nice addition. Hidden Mickey The bacon also worked well with the pancakes, but there was something off about the sausage. The texture was strange. If we had to order this again, we’d just order double bacon and skip the sausage. We’d also like to point out that this is a VERY rich dish, so be prepared to walk away feeling full. Bacon and sausage But wait, because we’re just getting started. We then hopped over to Carnation Cafe, which also just got some new food PLUS alcoholic beverages. Carnation Cafe So let’s start with the booze. There’s a Peach Pie Margarita, y’all, with Patron Silver Tequila, Peach Purée, Sweet & Sour Mix, Lime Juice, and Lime Garnish for $18. If you love peaches, this is THE margarita for you — it has a lot of rich peach flavor, then you get JUST a hint of the alcohol after, but it’s very light. It’s like drinking peach pie (hence its name). Peach Pie Margarita We also got the non-alcoholic Orange Cream Soda for $8.50. This is another Sprite-based drink with Candied Orange Syrup and Cream, with a Candied Orange Slice. Well, so far, Disneyland is 0 for 0 in the non-alcoholic category. This was pretty, but it tasted like Orange Crush with skim milk. Ew. The best part? The gummy candy. Maybe kids would like it? Orange Cream Soda For the record, we thought Fried Pickles, one of the best things to get on the menu here, would go great with the drinks. We were not wrong. These are Hand-battered Panko Fried Dill Pickles with House Sauce for $10. Gotta’ have those fried pickles We’ve got one more restaurant on our list, and that’s Cafe Orleans, which also has new food and alcohol (Disneyland is winning at the alcohol game right now). Yes, we’d usually order up a Monte Cristo, but we’re here for two New Orleans-inspired drinks and the returning Potato and Sausage Soup. Cafe Orleans Let’s start with the drinks. The House Hurricane is made with Pimm’s No 1, Bacardi Superior Rum, Orange Juice, Strawberry Puree, Sweet & Sour Simple Syrup, and Orange Garnish for $18. We found this drink to be light on the alcohol (like the others we tried). This one is fruity and really quenches the thirst. The orange garnish is pretty, but warning: DON’T EAT IT. The Pimms does come in as an aftertaste, but this is like a great Tiki-type drink. House Hurricane We also tried the non-alcoholic Bayou Punch for $8.50. It’s made with Minute Maid Lemonade Zero Sugar, Orange Juice, Strawberry Puree, and an Alligator-shaped Gummy. FINALLY, we found a great non-alcoholic drink! It’s fun, super fruity, and reminds us of a drink we had as kids called Five Alive. Bayou Punch Okay, let’s talk about the Potato and Sausage Soup. First, the description was misleading because we expected a creamy soup, but we got a brothy soup instead. The broth is sort of like an Italian Wedding Soup, and it’s rich and hearty but not something you’d want to eat on a hot day. We also feel like it should be served with bread for dipping or even served in a bread bowl. It just needed something ELSE. Potato and Sausage Soup So if you get a chance to visit Disneyland soon, just know that you have some new foods, as well as some new boozy options. We’ll keep an eye out for more new food and drinks, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Wait, Are We Still in Disneyland? 5 Ways Tiana’s Palace Restaurant INSTANTLY Transported Us To New Orleans! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! 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