food IS a theme park
It’s the end of an ERA.
Disney
Okay, we know Disney World’s 50th anniversary has come and gone (although the decorations have been taking their own sweet time coming down). But, one 50th anniversary snack was a DFB favorite, and we were thrilled to still be able to order it after all the festivities had ended. Unfortunately, that won’t last forever — we recently got word that this beloved treat would be leaving the menu SOON.
Disney World has been celebrating its 50th anniversary since last October, and there have been a TON of tasty (and not so tasty) foods for the occasion!
Pressed Penny Silk Pie
We’ve seen cakes, Dole Whips, ice cream, margaritas, and even a full coursed dinner. There have been some very unique offerings, like octopus in a drink. But, one 50th anniversary treat has been going through some drama lately. Let’s break it down!
Well, we didn’t expect to find a devil on our treat in Disney World, but here we are.
The Friar’s Nook
Friar’s Nook at Magic Kingdom has a few menu items right now that nod to a throwback ride — Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride. This attraction has been closed at Disney World for more than 20 years, but the Nook is honoring its legacy as part of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebrations. You can get a Wild Toad Brat Burger here, or try the Wild Ride slushy. There used to be a Mr. Toad’s Dome Cake here as well, but now it’s been REPLACED by something a little more sinister.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is one of the most unique resorts at Walt Disney World!
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
The resort is known for its amazing food, beautiful interior, and some really cool experiences, like an exclusive nighttime tour of the savanna! Not to mention that you can see a variety of animals wandering around the savanna at all times of the day and night. And, if you’re paying the big bucks to stay at this Deluxe Resort, you might be spending some extra time lounging around rather than taking to the parks at every second. One of the more unique ways to soak in the atmosphere is to head to the nightly campfire at the Arusha Savanna Outlook. Here, you can roast marshmallows while looking out at some of the amazing animals that live at the lodge. And, while you can spend the evening roasting marshmallows for free, there’s one CHEAP way to upgrade your experience!
With 2023 tickets, hotels, and packages now available, you might have planning your 2023 Disney World vacation on your mind!
Magic Kingdom
Well, HANG ON! Before you book those finalized Disney decisions, there are some things you need to know before heading to Disney World this year. From closures to ways to save, to new offerings; we’re taking you through EVERYTHING you need to know before booking Disney World in 2023!
Disney World has been open for 50 years now, and it’s been changing the whole dang time. Planning a trip right now looks very different than even just a few years ago! If you haven’t been in a while (or even in a few months), you need to know about a bunch of new changes. And we’re here to help with that!
Driving to Disney World
With major changes like new rides and restaurants, park pass reservations, Genie+, and so much more, we understand that planning for a Disney World vacation right now is complicated! So we’ve compiled a list of 9 common planning mistakes that people are making right now and how you can avoid them in order to plan the BEST Disney World trip possible. Let’s dive in! [Read more…]
🛑 STOP. 🛑 You’re thinking of going to visit Disney World in 2022, huh? Well before you put on those Minnie ears and stroll right down the middle of Main Street, U.S.A., or scream your heart out on Slinky Dog Dash, there are some things you NEED to know.
Are you ready to GO?!
There’s a LOT to look forward to in Disney World this year. We’ve been holding out for a new rollercoaster for a while now and that’s not all! Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration started on October 1st of 2021, but the party doesn’t show any signs of stopping any time soon. In fact, the 50th Anniversary celebration will run all the way through 2022 into the spring of 2023. With such a long run-time, it’s easy to forget what’s going on with the 50th Anniversary, so we put together a list of ALL our tips, tricks, and guides to help you navigate Disney World in 2022.
We have Disney’s 50th Anniversary to thank for a LOT of new treats around Disney World. Some of them were super bizarre (seriously, who approved that octopus drink?!) and others were just plain adorable. Back in 2021, we tried a Royal 50th Churro that had a LOT of colorful toppings, but it was extremely sweet — maybe a little too sweet. Over in Disneyland, we’ve tried some amazing churros, but for some reason, Disney World just can’t quite match that success! Could Disney World’s latest attempt at a new specialty churro change this?
We could really go for a churro right about now!
Today, we’re about to find out! We found a churro over by the Cinderella Castle Hub on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disney World that piqued our interest. Don’t let us down, Disney!
Disney World has SO many snacks, it can be hard to know what to order! Sometimes, you might see something on the menu and think it looks delicious, only to be let down. Unfortunately, today was one of those days when we did not enjoy our meal today in the Magic Kingdom. What can we say…we were drawn in by the enticing menu photo and tricky 50th Anniversary branding! We’ve all been there.
Happy 50th Anniversary! (several months later)
Disney released a TON of new snacks and desserts for the 50th Anniversary. Some were adorable and delicious; others were not. We’re here to issue a warning to those of you looking for a quick lunch or mid-afternoon snack: don’t make the same mistake we did!
Disney World is celebrating its 50th Anniversary for a FULL 18-months and we’ve been bringing you along for the PAR-TAY featuring all-new attractions, fireworks shows, decorations, and SO much more since it began!
It’s Disney World’s 50th Anniversary!
Of course, what’s an anniversary celebration without some tasty eats and drinks, right? Well, Disney World introduced OVER 150 new snacks to keep our bellies full as we wave at Mickey and shop every new piece of merchandise there is (and there’s A LOT). We’ve already brought you our COMPLETE ranking of the 50th-anniversary snacks in Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but if you find yourself craving something that isn’t covered in EARidescent sprinkles, we’re bringing you 50 OTHER things to try in Disney World for the 50th Anniversary!
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