food IS a theme park
Sometimes, it’s the littlest things in life that make us so happy.
Epic Universe
When we opened our Universal Orlando app, imagine our surprise when we saw a little bit of magic right in front of us!
A former Disney World employee has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for hacking into the menu software Disney uses to update its restaurant menus, according to the Orlando Sentinel.
Magic Kingdom
In addition to prison time, Michael Scheuer, 40, of Winter Garden, Florida, must pay almost $700,000 in fines for his crimes, which included updating Disney restaurant menus to falsely show certain food items didn’t contain peanuts and other allergens.
Heads up Annual Passholders! Disney has unveiled some new summer perks just for you!
Annual Passholder
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will be able to take advantage of the V.I.Passholder beginning next month! From May 14th through July 13th, APs will find increased dining and shopping, discounts, access to new merchandise collections, and even an EXCLUSIVE lounge. There are even some special offers for Passholders who can’t make it to the resort in person.
We’re about to rank the rides of Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe and believe me, this was a LOT tougher than we’d thought it would be.
Berk is quiet
Once we get up to those best of the best rides, the competition heats up and the winner may surprise you!
We love a good gift card deal, and we just found one that’s going to rock at your next Disney World trip.
Walt Disney World
Disney gift cards can be used just about everywhere, including theme park tickets, Disney Cruise Line, resorts, The Disney Store, dining, and more. So, when we find a great deal, we’ll stock up!
It’s certainly a time for expansion for the Disney Parks.
Peter Pan’s Never Land at Tokyo Disney
Walt Disney World is changing more than one of its parks, and over at Disneyland, a new era is being ushered in as well. However, it’s not only Disney’s domestic parks that are potentially being overhauled and expanded — a new report from Tokyo Disney shows the parks could be in for some BIG changes.
We’re giving you an exclusive look inside the mind of Disney Cast Members!
We love Cast Members!
Many of us on the DFB team are former Disney World Cast Members and we’re constantly pulling back the curtain to give you insight into what it’s like to work behind the Disney scenes. For this peek, we’re going over some situations where Cast Members aptly did their job and delivered great restaurant service…and what they actually wanted to say instead. Buckle up, we’re getting real!
Is Disneyland changing too much, too fast?
“it’s a small world” in Disneyland
The Disneyland Resort is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2025 and, with it, bringing special entertainment, ride overlays, and more to the Resort! That includes some ride changes coming to the Disneyland classic attraction “it’s a small world”. Regardless of how you feel about Disney changing its most timeless and classic attractions, THE CHANGE IS HAPPENING and we’re going over what you should expect to see when it reopens.
Another week has passed in Disney World and it will be May before you know it!
Cookies ‘n Cream Funnel Cake from Funnel Cake Stand in EPCOT
That means we’re SO ready to try out some May the 4th treats in Disney World (yay, Star Wars food!). However, we recently got to try out some new snacks in the Italy Pavilion in EPCOT (oh, yeah) and revisited Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We also kept an eye on Disney World restaurant menus, and we’ve got a few changes to warn you about.
You never regret choosing Flame Tree Barbecue.
Flame Tree Barbecue
This spot in Disney’s Animal Kingdom consistently delivers when it comes to flavor, portion size, and chill vibes — all things that matter when you’re walking 10,000+ steps and still trying to make it to your next ride. Whether you’re a longtime park pro or visiting for the first time, this quick-service restaurant hits just right. Here’s why Flame Tree Barbecue should always be on your Disney dining shortlist — and exactly what we think you should order when you go.
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