food IS a theme park
’Tis the season… for new Disney Parks Starbucks Tumblers! Take a look at the new Epcot Tumbler that you can currently find at Fountain View.
Epcot Starbucks Tumbler
The design is, of course, similar to the new Animal Kingdom Tumbler at Creature Comforts (which — at press time for this post — are currently sold out). [Read more…]
“Like a grand and miraculous spaceship, our planet has sailed through the universe of time; and for a brief moment we have been among its passengers.”
Epcot’s Spaceship Earth
So why not commemorate that “grand and miraculous spaceship” with the new Spaceship Earth Krispy Treat at Epcot’s Fountain View?! [Read more…]
Ralph and Vanellope von Schweetz from Wreck-It Ralph and Ralph Breaks the Internet are waiting to greet you at their new Meet and Greet location in Epcot!
Meet the Stars!
You’ll find Ralph and Vanellope located (for the time being) at Innoventions West. [Read more…]
If there is any place more picturesque than Disney World’s Animal Kingdom to enjoy a stroll or simply sit for a spell and take in your surroundings?
Tree of Life in Animal Kingdom
I think many would agree when we say, “Nope!” And now there are a few more places where you can do the latter (which we found while doing the former 😉 ) on our latest trip to the park!
is a spot where you can always grab a Frozen Coke or other frozen beverage and a few other snacks (currently, Cinnamon-Glazed Almonds and Pecans are also featured on the menu). [Read more…]
Hi, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re sharing new Disney dishes that we have LOVED recently… and one that we really didn’t!
Nyala Brownie
We’re going through all sorts of new dishes that have arrived on the scene in Disney World as of late, both from new restaurants and from classic stops serving new items. And there’s a lot of good news to share regarding new dishes that we think you might really enjoy trying on your next trip to Disney World! But sometimes, the flip side to the good news is bad news… and we’re sharing one dish that didn’t wow us at all. You can find out about all of them in our latest DFB YouTube video! [Read more…]
In the pantheon of inspired restaurants at Walt Disney World, Jiko — The Cooking Place has been at the top and at the bottom for me over the past few years. I’ve had excellent meals there, and I’ve had ho-hum meals there. So let’s see how this one turns out!
This Signature table service spot is located on the lower level of Animal Kingdom Lodge, across from Boma, the resort’s popular African- and Indian-inspired buffet. (Incidentally, if you’re looking for AKL’s quick service restaurant, The Mara, you’ll also access that through the lower level, too.)
Jiko has been a guest favorite for years. The menu is a celebration of the many and varied food traditions of the African continent, employing high-end ingredients and traditional African components to create a unique (in Disney World anyway) dining experience for guests.
And while Jiko’s menu features a selection of meat dishes (you’ll see several examples below), vegan and vegetarian diners may be offered a variety of choices on a separate menu, so be sure to ask.
Jiko Sign
If your “Happy Space” is Space Mountain, then you’ll be seeing the recently refurbished exit on your way out of the Mountain the next time you conquer it in Magic Kingdom!
Space Mountain
Since the refurbishment focused on the ride’s exit, the attraction itself has remained up and running. But now guests are able to wind their way out via the new exit. [Read more…]
The cooler temperatures have officially arrived — at least for a few days — in Central Florida! Guests in Walt Disney World woke up to temps in the high 30s and low 40s this morning. So, as you can imagine, hot drinks are in demand to face a cold day playing in the parks!
Magic Kingdom during the Holidays
Also in demand? The fun holiday-themed souvenir hot drink mug that’s back in Magic Kingdom this year!
Holiday Hot Drink Souvenir Mug
The festive design depicts Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto doing their best to stay warm in a wintery scene in gorgeous green and blue hues. [Read more…]
Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and it’s a Disney World restaurant review of the NEW Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill in Disney Springs!
Mesquite Grilled NY Strip Steak Frites at Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill
Chef Wolfgang Puck just opened a brand new Bar & Grill in the Town Center of Disney Springs, and we were there to check it out on the very first day! The new space boasts classic and well-known Wolfgang Puck dishes along with lots of new items to check out, PLUS a walk-up window serving gelato and bakery sweets (not to mention gelato and sorbet COCKTAILS!) to Disney Springs guests even without an Advance Dining Reservation! So join us to check out the new Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill! [Read more…]
Epcot’s International Festival of the Holidays
is in full jingle bell spirit, and we’ve been bringing you loads of great stuff — including a live look at the Festival, full menus from the holiday food booths and pictures of Festival bites, and our Best of the Fest!
Welcome to Festival of the Holidays!
And in case you were wondering, there’s tons of Festival of the Holidays merchandise to help you remember your tasty and fun visit! First, you’re going to need a Happy Holidays tote in which to carry all of the other merchandise you’ll want.
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