food IS a theme park
We’re checking in from Hollywood Studios with some new popcorn buckets, a few menu changes, new snacks and — for a shocking change of pace ???? — more construction!
New Construction Walls in Hollywood Studios
Let’s jump right in to find out what’s new in Hollywood Studios this week!
Who’s excited about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, opening in Disney World and Disneyland THIS YEAR?? (See everything you need to know about Galaxy’s Edge HERE.)
We’re always looking for new insights and information about the new lands. And while there are a few books and comics being released to introduce us to Black Spire Outpost on the Planet Batuu, we here at DFB are a little more interested in the FOOD!
We had a few hints at what might be served at Oga’s Cantina here. But now we’ve seen a Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge COOKBOOK pop up over on Amazon today.
Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Cookbook Listing on Amazon
It’s currently available for pre-order from Insight Editions and claims to be “the ultimate source for creating out-of-this-world meals and treats all the way from Black Spire Outpost.”
OK, this is AWESOME! Thanks to my instagram buddy @elbellfromarendelle for tagging us in this great news!
There’s a 2319 Emergency Cupcake at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom today to celebrate 2-3-19! No idea what a 2319 Emergency is? (It’s OK — some of us had to google it, too!) In my favorite Disney movie, Monster’s Inc., you’ll remember the 2319 Emergency when an unfortunate monster was contaminated with a child’s white sock — a dreaded outcome for any scarer!!
2319 Emergency Cupcake at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe for 2-3-19
Well the Magic Kingdom pastry chefs (Jenna Rose Petri, specifically) came up with an incredible idea to celebrate this one-time-only day!
Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar
knows its way around a collectible mug. This vibrant spot at the Disneyland Hotel offers up funky drinking vessels regularly throughout the year, including super popular (like sold out in hours on release day popular!) options like the Holiday Elephant Mug, the Nautilus (in two forms!), and the Hatbox Ghost Tiki.
Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar
And now Trader Sam has introduced a brand new Shrunken Zombie Head mug! The head hunter is no stranger to zombie head mugs, truth be told, and these new ones — brought to us by our Insta-pal @batikDesign — really capture that un-dead spirit! [Read more…]
Salt & Straw in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney
has been capturing the imaginations and the taste buds of Disney guests on the west coast since the location opened in October 2018.
Salt & Straw in Downtown Disney Anaheim
We have to say: it lives up to the hype! [Read more…]
The time has come! Disney pronounced their dedication to eliminating single-use plastics, including plastic bags, in 2019, and we’re starting to see even more reusable bag options in Disney World and Disneyland — this time specific to the locations where they’re found!
We saw some generic Disney reusable bags when World of Disney re-opened recently. But today in Disneyland we spotted these Disneyland-specific bags.
Disneyland Reusable Bags
Bags are $1.00, $1.50, and $2.00 depending on size, and you can see that the bags for each park show attractions in that specific park. On this Disneyland version, you have it’s a small world, Space Mountain, and Star Tours (or, the soon to be found in Disneyland Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge).
There’s a lot of construction happening at the Walt Disney World Resort, and Disney Springs is no exception with work continuing on the NBA Experience and City Works Eatery and Pour House.
NBA Experience ©Disney
Today we checked out the progress on both projects!
Join us as we check out the new Ballast Point in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District!
Welcome to Ballast Point
Ballast Point is a San Diego-based brewing company, and its new location in the Downtown Disney District is its first in Orange County.
Ballast Point
And Ballast Point delivers another first as well, as this the very first onsite brewery — complete with a tasting room, a kitchen, and an outdoor beer garden — in the Downtown Disney District.
Though the official Grand Opening will take place this coming Wednesday, January 16th, Ballast Point is currently in soft openings. So if you go by before Wednesday you’ll likely find it open! [Read more…]
fans: we’ve got some fun money-saving news for you! The entertainment and dining spot is offering monthly deals to guests who sign up for BluesBusters!
House of Blues
Guests who sign up for BluesBusters will get insider access to all kinds of great stuff: discounts on merchandise, entertainment, and food via monthly perks and deals and sneak peeks at House of Blues events! This month’s perk is 40% off — get a $50 value for $30!
Ooh, we love a burger and fries from D-Luxe Burger in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs, and now the casual dining spot has added two limited time menu items!
D-Luxe and That Gorgeous Florida Sky
The Caribbean Burger is a patty made with D-Luxe’s signature blend of meats, Chayote Slaw, Scotch Bonnet Pepper Aioli (!!), Fried Plantain, Lettuce, and Tomato. We’re loving the idea of spice from the Scotch Bonnet Pepper Aioli, and we’re intrigued by the plantain. 😉
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