food IS a theme park
If you’re heading to the Magic Kingdom this May, there are some major changes you need to be prepared for.
Magic Kingdom
From scheduling changes, new offerings, and special events to a new show and the return of an iconic attraction, Disney World’s first theme park has a very busy month ahead.
We’ve been raving about this Magic Kingdom snack for YEARS, and it’s still going as strong as ever!
Waffle from Sleepy Hollow!
There are TONS of iconic snacks around Magic Kingdom. From savory options like the rotating flavors at the Spring Roll Wagon to sweet treats like the giant cinnamon roll at Gaston’s Tavern, we could literally spend our entire day just eating our way through the park (and we often do exactly that)! And, as experienced Disney World snackers, we feel it’s our duty to check in and make sure you aren’t missing out on one of our all-time favorite eats in Magic Kingdom!
Disney World can be expensive, so nothing is worse than regretting an impulse purchase you made.
Magic Kingdom
Our DFB team members are in the parks every day, and with that experience comes a lot of lessons learned. Our team is sharing some stories of the times they made an impulse purchase they later found themselves regretting, so learn from our mistakes — don’t do this on your trip to Magic Kingdom!
If you’re a Disney Adult, like me, you have been to the Disney parks a bunch, but did you know you could be breaking this rule at Magic Kingdom?
Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle
We need to have a talk, Disney Adults. Some of ya’ll aren’t following the rules, and it shows. We are in the parks every day, and we are seeing this a LOT at Magic Kingdom. Do you need to change your habits, or are you following all the rules? Let’s break down what the rules are below!
We’ve got HUGE news out of Disney World, and it’s going to affect your 2027 vacations!
EPCOT
Many people have been wondering if it’s going to be more expensive to go to Disney World next year, and now, we’ve got those answers. Disney World has just released pricing for January through October 2027, and we’re taking an in-depth look!
Some Disney snacks are loud. They sparkle. They shout. They come with enough visual drama to make you feel like you should photograph them from six angles before taking a bite.
Caramel Apple Butter Bar
And then there’s the Caramel Butter Bar. This thing looks like it should be sitting in a church bake sale next to somebody’s aunt’s lemon squares. It is deeply, almost offensively unflashy. No swirls. No glitter. No “limited-time magical celebration” nonsense. Just a squat little caramel bar sitting there like it has nothing to prove.
There are a LOT of restaurants at Disney World, and while that can seem overwhelming, we’re here to help!
Our meal at Cinderella’s Royal Table
Our DFB team has tried every single restaurant in Disney World, and we continue to go back to make sure we know how the restaurant currently is. We can tell you that there are some restaurants that are more popular than others, and that leads to their dining reservations filling up fast. If any of these are on your list for your next trip, keep a close eye out and be ready to snag them as soon as your 60-day window opens up!
Summer is quickly approaching, and this year in Disney World, that means A LOT of things.
The Diamond Horseshoe
There are tons of eats to explore at the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival, multiple attractions have planned openings for this summer, and, of course, Cool KIDS’ SUMMER is returning as well, bringing along lots of fun activities and entertainment for those of all ages. One of the changes people are really looking forward to is a new update to The Diamond Horseshoe in Magic Kingdom, but if you’re looking to experience the restaurant BEFORE its switch, you’ve only got ONE month left!
Let’s be real: nobody orders Gaston’s Cinnamon Roll because they were hoping for a light bite. You order it because it’s enormous, covered in icing, and sitting in Fantasyland like a carb-loaded dare. This Magic Kingdom classic has been wrecking park snack plans for years, and if you’ve ever wondered whether it actually lives up to the hype, you’re not alone.
A little Q.C….for science
This thing is not dainty. It is not subtle. It is not here to support your “maybe I’ll just get a little something” delusion. It is large, sticky, sweet, and fully committed to being the kind of snack that derails your plans in the best possible way. The Warm Cinnamon Roll is at Gaston’s Tavern in Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland, and the official page literally calls it the tavern’s admired, ooey-gooey signature snack. Frankly, the pastry has PR.
We LOVE a good Disney World food hack, and we like to think we’re the experts when it comes to finding ways to make dining on your trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth just a little bit easier.
The Patriot’s Platter
While Magic Kingdom restaurants aren’t always our favorite, there’s one that’s often a crowd pleaser for many — and because of that, it can sometimes be hard to snag a reservation. BUT! There’s actually a different Magic Kingdom restaurant that’s easier to get into, and it features the SAME exact menu. Soon enough, though, this Magic Kingdom restaurant hack is disappearing!
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