food IS a theme park
Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom
introduced guests to brand new character cones just under two months ago, and now one of them has flown the coop! Aloha Isle‘s Hei Hei Character Cone is currently unavailable.
Hei Hei Cone
The Hei Hei Character Cone was a combination of traditional pineapple Dole Whip and raspberry Dole Whip atop a blue wafer cone. [Read more…]
As we launch into March, we want to highlight some awesome new finds and upcoming events that we think you’ve got to check out if you’re at Walt Disney World this month!
Mickey and Minnie Waffle Sundae
These are exclusive, Disney World must-eats that are taking the social media world by storm! Let’s check them out!
February was a delicious month, but the crowning food achievement were Cones with Character! This is basically the advent of NEW DOLE WHIP FLAVORS in Disney World!
Hi from Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom, where we’re trying the NEW Hei Hei Cone!
Aloha Isle
Inspired, of course, by Hei Hei from Moana, this new tribute-in-a-treat gives a nod to the rooster through its colors and garnishes to create yet another Instagram-worthy snack with character!
Hei Hei Cone!
The Hei Hei Cone starts with a blue cone. [Read more…]
We’re so excited for this Sunday, February 24th to arrive… because that’s the day THREE new cones will make their debut in Magic Kingdom! These cones with character will pay tribute to Disney films and characters, and today we have a sneak peek! Here’s a look at the Hei Hei Cone coming to Aloha Isle!
Hei Hei Cone ©Disney
Again, this blue sugar cone will be filled with raspberry and pineapple Dole Whip finished with sugar eyes and sour candy.
And we now have pictures and descriptions for the “Adventure Is Out There” Cone and the Lost Princess Cone! [Read more…]
Great news…we think!
Aloha Isle
A new menu item popped up on the Aloha Isle menu today in Magic Kingdom and we’re SO excited to try it! PLUS — there are fun new Mickey and Minnie ice cream cups to house your Dole Whip!
What’s this I spy with my little eye? Why, it’s Loungefly! Loungefly items have been taking Disney Parks by storm. And look who is featured on the latest…
Orange Bird Loungefly Mini Backpack
Why, it’s the Little Orange Bird from Adventureland’s Sunshine Tree Terrace! You can find him in the Mini Backpack as seen above, along with a Little Orange Bird wallet.
Orange Bird Loungefly Wallet
But that’s not all… [Read more…]
One of the greatest attributes of Walt Disney World is its location
because even when the rest of the country is ensconced in winter, central Florida is typically still warm (and in the summer it’s downright tropical!). And you know what that means: lots of frozen treats to eat and drink!
Cinderella’s Castle with Stage
We’ve had ’em all — and there are some old favorites and some NEW options we’re pretty sure you’re going to want to get your hot little hands on!
First up, as you make your way down Main Street, U.S.A., pop into Casey’s Corner. It’s there you can find the Mint Julep Lemonade Slushy! This family-friendly drink is a terrific mixture of sweet and sour — with that refreshing slushy texture and temperature!
Though you can find Dole Whip (the famous Pineapple Soft-serve) at more than a couple of places outside the Disney World parks these days, it’s long had a special place at the Polynesian Village Resort before it started popping up in other locations.
Pineapple and Vanilla Swirl Dole Whip Float at Pineapple Lanai
Dole Whip’s current home at the Resort is Pineapple Lanai. [Read more…]
Join me in welcoming guest reviewer, Corinna. Corinna is a Food Allergy Consultant and mother of 2 beautiful girls who both have severe food allergies. She loves to travel with her family and Disney has been a big part of her travels for many years from Disneyland to Walt Disney World to Adventures by Disney. This post was inspired by her most recent visit to Disney World in April 2018. Read on…
We were able to do a dream trip to the Walt Disney World Parks for spring break. Let’s just say it was a busy week, but oh so awesome! Our family of four had the time of our lives discovering the happy Disney atmosphere, the rides, and of course the FOOD.
In our family, we LOVE Disney because they are really good about offering safe options for those with food allergies. In this post, I thought I would share some of the absolutely delicious snacks we found that are safe for peanut and tree nut allergies.
Cinderella Castle
Keep in mind that you should always check whether a snack continues to be safe and if it’s safe for your allergies, because things can change at any time. Disney provides an “allergy binder” or “allergy menu” at every food station that shows the ingredients of every item and what the allergens are. We got used to asking to see the allergy binder before we bought & ate anything.
First of all when you’re at Disney, you won’t find many baked goods that are safe for peanut and tree nut allergies. But fear not, there are lots of other goodies that will fill your sweet snacking tooth! Here are a few of them…
Even though baked goods safe for guests with peanut and tree nut allergies are not plentiful, this one makes up for it by itself! The flavor of cinnamon and sugar surround a crisp, cake-like batter. You can find churros at several of the small food stands scattered throughout the Parks. Yum!
Additional churros can be found these Walt Disney World locations: Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe, Dino Diner, Anaheim Produce, Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies, Cool Ship, Storybook Circus Pretzel Cart, and The Lunching Pad.
Churros
So what’s better than a baked good? A baked good with ice cream! Safe ice cream can be difficult to find for people with peanut and tree nut allergies in general, which is why this treat is so special. It combines two hard-to-find goodies into one over-the-top treat. This goodie is especially perfect to cool you down in the heat of the day, and you can find it at Oasis Canteen.
If you’re touring other areas of Walt Disney World, you’ll find more funnel cakes on the menu at the Funnel Cake Stand in Epcot’s American Adventure Pavilion, Sleepy Hollow Refreshments, and the Funnel Cake Kiosk along Disney’s BoardWalk.
Funnel Cakes
We were lucky to be at Disney during Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival which runs until May 28, 2018. During this time there are additional “outdoor kitchens” throughout World Showcase. One of the outdoor kitchens we visited was Pineapple Promenade.
Epcot Outdoor Kitchen Pineapple Promenade
Not only could you get Dole Whip here but they also had a selection of unique and refreshing drinks. We opted for the allergy-friendly violet lemonade. Complete with a gorgeous and edible violet right on top!
Violet Lemonade at Epcot
In our family, a vacation to Disney isn’t complete without consuming copious amounts of Dole Whip. My kids were talking about it for quite awhile before we went. Which is why Tamu Tamu Refreshments in the Africa area of Disney’s Animal Kingdom was such a welcome sight for us. It was an easy decision; Dole Whip it is!
Need more Dole Whip? This tasty treat can also be found around Walt Disney World at Aloha Isle, Pineapple Lanai, Barefoot Pool Bar (served with rum), Marketplace Snacks, and Everything Pop food court.
Dole Whip at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
What delicious goodies have you found at Walt Disney World that are safe for peanut and tree nut allergies?
Corinna Meckelborg is a Food Allergy Consultant from Calgary, AB, Canada who loves to travel with her hubby and two kids. Check out her blog about food allergy mom life at www.friendlypantry.com
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Hello there! We’re back with another DFB Video, and today we’re taking you on a new Food Tour in Disney World. Our destination? Adventureland in Magic Kingdom!
Dole Whip at Aloha Isle
Aah, Adventureland! It’s where we go to seek mystery, intrigue, and… Dole Whip! But you’ll find much more than the signature Pineapple Soft Serve in Adventureland, which is home to another beloved cold citrus treat. And with the addition of the Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen in late 2015 (Happy Second Birthday, Skipper Canteen!), Adventureland has its own table service restaurant as well. But that’s not all, so today we’re taking you to ALL the food stops in Adventureland! [Read more…]
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