food IS a theme park
Disney Springs has officially reopened today.
Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC
A large number of third-party restaurants and retailers have reopened their doors at Disney Springs, and we’re here LIVE to check out all of the new health and safety measures that are in place. One of the locations that has reopened today is Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC.
Oh, Disney snacks and drinks, how we miss you!!
Mickey Pretzel
Since the parks have been closed, we’ve been having some MAJOR withdrawal from all the amazing restaurants in Disney World. From simple Mickey Pretzels at the food carts to the HUGE Kitchen Sink at Beaches and Cream, Disney hands-down has some of the best treats to indulge in when you’re at the parks.
Buuut, that doesn’t mean they’re all hits! There are still snack and drink flops, even in the Most Magical Place on Earth.
Although the Disney World theme parks have not yet have a set timeline for reopening, Disney Springs will start to open its third-party stores and restaurants on May 20th.
Disney Springs
Along with STK Orlando and Wine Bar George, there’s another eatery opening up to guests the first day Disney Springs re-opens.
We’ve been baking up a storm recently with all those amazing Disney recipes (we’ve had Mickey Waffles like three times this week already).
Be Our Guest Sign
And, while you’re singing and dancing around your kitchen as you cook, you’re going to want to pull out your best silverware and plates for this next delicious treat!
There are a LOT of amazing treats in Disney World, whether you’re a fan of the classic Dole Whip or you like mixing and matching things to build your own creation (Mickey Ear Ice Cream Sandwich, where ya at?).
Mickey Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich
But, even though there are plenty of Instagram-worthy snacks around the park, there are also a few treats that really catch you off guard by how strange they are. We’re talkin’ about the most unusual treats of the bunch with weird flavors and even weirder designs.
It’s always fun to whip up some Disney snacks at home when you’re missing your favorite park!
Carrot Cake Cookie Sandwiches
Along with doing some fun activities around the house, we’ve also been cooking up eats and treats like the Carrot Cake Cookie, DIY Dole Whip, Mickey S’more Cupcakes, and MORE. And, this Disney Food Blog reader, who happens to be a chef is making some extra magic in the kitchen!
Missing your favorite EPCOT snacks until your next visit to the park? SAMESIES!
Caramel goodness!
We especially miss one of our favorite snack spots — Karamell-Küche — with all its AMAZING caramel treats. Its name literally means “caramel kitchen,” so they know their stuff! If you’ve never wandered over to the sweet shop in the Germany Pavilion, Karamell-Küche is home to fudge, brownies, cookies, apples, and basically ANY other treat you can imagine, covered with lots and lots of Werther’s Original Caramel.
As you may know, we are VERY big fans of Jack Jack’s Cookie Num Nums you can get in both Disney World and Disneyland!
Jack Jack’s Cookie Num Nums in Hollywood Studios
Their buttery and chocolatey goodness is just WAY too hard to resist (seriously, just get two when you stop at the counter). And, although you can mix up your own version at home, there’s just something about the parks’ cookies that can’t be replicated.
At least, that’s what we thought…
Is it just me, or have you guys been making DIY s’mores over your stovetops at home? (Best late-night snack EVER!)
S’mores Pie at Regal Eagle
We love snackin’ on all that chocolate and marshmallow goodness when s’mores treats come to the Disney Parks. We’re talking about the yummiest S’mores Brownies, S’mores Donuts, and even ooey-gooey S’mores Cookies! And, you’re probably going to want to pull your baking dishes ASAP after you see this next s’mores Disney Recipe!
Um, this is about to turn into the best weekend EVER, you guys!!
Orange Bird Sipper
Just a quick recap: We are OBSESSED with Orange Bird (re: Orange Bird Sipper, Orange Bird Minnie Ears, and the Orange Bird Backpack). The Adventureland star is a sweet l’il birdie that make our hearts sing with joy. He was originally designed as a mascot for Florida Citrus Commission during their partnership with Disney, but he’s become an absolute icon around the world (he’s just that cute).
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