food IS a theme park
It seems like everywhere we turn governments, companies, and individuals are taking a financial hit from the global health crisis. Just look at all the measures Disney is taking to mitigate some of the financial loss!
Magic Kingdom!
Well, it looks like Disney World’s home state isn’t exempt from feeling the pressure. A new analysis has predicted that Florida may have to make significant budget cuts as the government attempts to weather the economic effects of the health crisis.
A lot of us have discovered our newfound love of cooking these past few weeks! Whether we’re whipping up some Dole Whip or tackling our full list of recipes, there’s certainly no shortage of Disney food at our disposal to recreate at home. Luckily, there are even MORE recipes coming our way!
Chef Art Smith at Homecomin’
Why not learn how to cook from the best!? Chef Art Smith, who runs Homecomin’ in Disney Springs is hosting live cooking demo TODAY! And if you happen to miss the live stream, there’s a full list of ingredients and directions for you to try your hand at cooking fried chicken at any time!
Just yesterday, the Disneyland community heard the news that mass gatherings probably won’t be allowed for many months in California.
Disney World’s Magic Kingdom
Today, we’re wondering what the future holds for Disney World. Florida’s Surgeon General made a statement that could have major implications for the reopening of the Disney parks — that Florida should get used to the current situation until a vaccine exists, no matter how long that takes.
While we miss the rides and shows at Disney World, we’ve especially been missing all the FOOD.
Disney World
Even though we don’t know when the parks will reopen since they’re closed indefinitely, we do know exactly which snacks we’re making a beeline for. And, you might want to wear your stretchy pants the next time you’re in Disney World because you’re going to want all of these!
Hey, DFB friends! We’re back with another DFB Video, and today we’re ranking every Magic Kingdom restaurant by dessert!
Olaf Hot Chocolate Cake
Out of ALL the desserts in the Magic Kingdom — and there’s a LOT of ‘em — one’s gotta come out on top!
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Disney World has always been on the cutting edge of technology, and that was never more apparent to guests than with the release of the My Disney Experience app back in 2012.
Cinderella Castle
From showing interactive maps, to booking FastPasses, to making Advance Dining Reservations — this app can do it all. But we are Disney Food Blog, so you know one of our fave features is all about getting us that FOOD! Yep, we’re talking Mobile Ordering, and this is a game-changer, you guys. Right now, we are talking through some of our favorite secrets and tips to make you a Mobile Ordering PRO!
Maybe you haven’t noticed, but Disney World has been going through some major ch-ch-ch-ch-chaaanges!
Cinderella Castle
Even though the parks are currently closed, we want to make sure you’re prepared for your triumphant return to Disney World when the day comes! And, as tempting as it is to look forward to 2021 (aka, Disney World’s 50th anniversary) for the additions coming to Epcot and Magic Kingdom, you might be missing out on recent changes that will have a MAJOR impact on your trip! From new modes of transportation around the parks, to policy updates, we’re looking at some of the big changes in Disney World you might have missed!
With the parks currently closed, Disney World and Disneyland have chosen to furlough several Cast and Crew Members beginning April 19th.
Dapper Dans in Magic Kingdom
More than half of Disney World’s employees were furloughed through the latest agreement with the Service Trades Council Union. We also saw furloughs of other unionized musicians and electrical workers, but now an agreement has been reached regarding unionized performers.
After the Disney parks in the U.S. closed last month, Disney announced furloughs across the company of both non-union and unionized workers.
Magic Kingdom in Disney World
Earlier today, we got word that some of the furloughed employees have staged at-home protests against Florida’s unemployment system.
It was a messy race to the finish line and many cups of plastic cheese were spilled in the process of elimination during rounds one, two, three, four, and FIVE!
But now that we’ve tabulated your final votes, it’s time to announce the BIG WINNER of our Disney Food Blog Counter Service Throwdown! Drum roll, please!
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