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7 Awesome Snacks Are Just a Monorail Ride Away from Magic Kingdom

Whether you’re just starting your Disney day or wrapping up for the evening, taking the Monorail is always a fun little trip to check out some of what Disney has to offer outside of the actual Disney World parks, including some must-have treats!

The Monorail

Even if you’re not feeling up for a park day, the Monorail can also be boarded at any of the three hotels on its path and thus you can begin your snack tour of the three Magic Kingdom resorts, including Disneys Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort!

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WARNING⚠️ CARB OVERLOAD! We’re Ranking the TOP 11 Plates of Pasta in Disney World!

By Breea Milburn 8 Comments

There are SO many pasta options in Disney World. (Hey, we’re not complaining! Bring on the noodle-y goodness!)

Spaghetti and meatballs with a fancy name

But what are our FAVORITE plates of pasta on Disney World property? Glad you asked! Let’s talk about them NOW! *WARNING* You’re gonna want pasta after this. In fact, after we finish up this post, we’re gonna go make a big pot of spaghetti while we daydream about some of the items on this list.

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Review! Are these Fourth of July Blondie Pops in Disney World Worth Popping in to Try??

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We’ve already found a few patriotic treats around Disney World!

Fourth of July Cupcake

We’ve been on a cupcake kick! We tried the Fourth of July cupcakes at both Capt. Cook’s and Sprinkles in Disney Springs. So now, let’s switch it up and try the Blondie Pops we spotted on the menu at Gasparilla Island Grill in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort!

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Is There Anywhere at Disney World to Get Breakfast All Day Long? DFB Investigates!

By Brianna LeCompte 3 Comments

If you're looking for information related to the current closures and their effect on the Disney Parks, click here for all the up-to-date details and click here for answers to dozens of reader FAQs.

Bacon, and eggs, and Mickey waffles, OH MY!

Breakfast Skillet

Does anyone else find themselves craving breakfast food constantly? Just us?? Well, we’re so dedicated to “the most important meal of the day” that we decided to do some digging to see if there’s a place in Disney World that serves breakfast all day! So put on your stretchy pants and let’s go on a (scrambled) egg hunt!

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The Ultimate Guide to ALL the Sweet Treats in Disney World for Valentine’s Day

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Whether you’re celebrating with a special someone, your gal pals, or your family, DFB would like to wish you a Happy Valentine’s Day! Disney Parks Blog recently published a Foodie Guide to Valentine’s Day seasonal treats, and we can’t help but fall in love with everything on the list!

©Disney

Disney never backs down when it comes to special holiday treats, and there’s PLENTY to eat and sip on during the month of February. We’ve already covered a TON of these delectable goodies over the past couple of weeks, so consider this your ULTIMATE guide to Valentine’s treats in Disney World!

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Here It Is! Our ULTIMATE GUIDE to EVERY SINGLE Arendelle Aqua Treat in Disney World and Disneyland (plus full reviews!)!

By Courtney Willingham 4 Comments

In case you haven’t visited any social media channel lately, the NEW Disney color trend — Arendelle Aqua — has officially launched in Disney World and Disneyland.

Arendelle Aqua Minnie Ears

While we’ve enjoyed checking out all the new merchandise (like the GORGEOUS new Minnie Ears), we also tried EVERY. SINGLE. Arendelle Aqua treat we could find! Join us on a Frozen-themed journey through every Arendelle Aqua cupcake, slush, and treat we’ve found in Disney World and Disneyland.

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Every. Single. Rose Gold Snack. in Disney World

By AJ and the DFB Team 6 Comments

If you’ve been keeping up with the DFB, or if you’ve been anywhere near Disney World recently, then you are well aware that Rose Gold is taking over the entire place. Like most things around here, “it was all started by a mouse.” Minnie Mouse, in this case!

Rose Gold Minnie Ears!

Always one to be on top of the trends, her Rose Gold Minnie Ears have been the hottest item that can’t even be found in the merchandise shops anymore due to their immense popularity!

And now, treats galore in the Instagram-worthy hue are likewise springing up all over! Let’s take a ‘round the World tour so you can find your own Rose Gold Cupcake… or Rose Gold Margarita (?!?) in Disney World. Yep, read on…

Rose Gold Cupcakes in the Parks

DFB itself broke the news on the nutella-with-vanilla Rose Gold Ears Cupcake at Sunshine Seasons in Epcot, and you can check out our review here!

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News: The Gone Mad Party with Fireworks Viewing is back at the Grand Floridian Resort

By AJ 8 Comments

“We’re all mad here…”

But where, exactly is “here,” you ask? Why, it’s just outside Gasparilla Island Grill at the Grand Floridian Resort, which has brought back the Gone Mad Party on Wednesdays during the month of June!

Gone Mad Party sign

This Alice in Wonderland-themed shindig made its limited-run debut in 2016, and its return gives guests the opportunity to view the new Happily Ever After Fireworks Spectacular from the Grill’s outdoor seating area from 7:00 – 9:30 pm. [Read more…]

What’s New Around Walt Disney World: March 29th, 2017

By Wendy 9 Comments

HAPPY SPRING, everybody!

Spring Mickey Bunny

Another winter is behind us and the warmth and blooms of spring are here at last. So we hope you’ll take a little Spring Break with us…

Spring Caramel Apple

Mickey Wants Those Peeps!

Easter Eggs

Character Egg Cake Pops

Easter Bunny Caramel Apple

… to check out What’s New Around Walt Disney World, starting with these fun new hot drink cups! While we weren’t sure about the understated design on the new cups and plates in Disney Parks, I do like these particular quotes being front and center.

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What’s New Around the World!

By Wendy 12 Comments

What’s new in your favorite Disney World “chomping grounds”? What’s changed? Read on to find out what we’ve checked out recently!

Downtown Disney

The biggest change over the past week has been the addition of The Smokehouse to Downtown Disney’s West Side. This stop for all-things-barbeque features a lovely outdoor seating area and the chance to enjoy live music.

The Smokehouse

Smoked Beef Brisket Sandwich with House-made Cole Slaw

Live music!

Signs of bigger changes to come can be spotted all over Downtown Disney as the area delves into its transformation to Disney Springs … and when I say “signs,” I mean actual signs.

We’ll be sharing more in a future post, but the artwork all over Downtown Disney give us an idea of what guests can look forward to in the future.

Artwork depicting the future Disney Springs

Artwork reflecting the West Side Starbucks, opening Spring 2014

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7 Awesome Snacks Are Just a Monorail Ride Away from Magic Kingdom

WARNING⚠️ CARB OVERLOAD! We’re Ranking the TOP 11 Plates of Pasta in Disney World!

Review! Are these Fourth of July Blondie Pops in Disney World Worth Popping in to Try??

Is There Anywhere at Disney World to Get Breakfast All Day Long? DFB Investigates!

The Ultimate Guide to ALL the Sweet Treats in Disney World for Valentine’s Day

Every. Single. Rose Gold Snack. in Disney World

Rose Gold Cupcakes in the Parks

News: The Gone Mad Party with Fireworks Viewing is back at the Grand Floridian Resort

What’s New Around Walt Disney World: March 29th, 2017

What’s New Around the World!

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