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Adventures By Disney Announces New Destinations For 2021!

Ever dreamed of dining at the Eiffel Tower in Paris? How about traversing across the rugged terrain of New Zealand on horseback? For Disney fans looking to take their vacations to a whole new level, Adventures by Disney takes the magic of Disney to destinations all around the globe. Whether it’s a full trip itinerary or Port Adventures through Disney Cruise Line, guests can fully immerse themselves in the local cultures of wherever they travel to worldwide!

Culinary Port Adventure ©Disney

Three new Adventures by Disney destinations have been announced for 2021, in addition to modifications to current destinations. Disney has also announced the dates for advance booking for 2021 itineraries!

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Fishy Noodles, Cheesy Soup, and MORE! These Are Officially The Food and Wine Festival Eats We HOPE To See This Year!

By Carly Terzigni Leave a Comment

We have our sights set on the 2020 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. While the official dates and menus haven’t been announced yet, we’re already thinking of our dream food and beverage must-try list!

2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival

Unfortunately, we don’t know at this time if ANY of our favorites are returning this year. Since the festival dates and menus haven’t been announced yet, all we can do is cross our fingers, hope, and PRAY that these festival faves will return in 2020! So, let’s take a stroll down memory lane and look back on some of our most beloved Food and Wine Festival eats.

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What’s New at Epcot: Space 220 Construction and the WEIRDEST Thing You Can Do To Your Face!

By Drew Rasor 2 Comments

Hey, everyone, we’re back with another update from Epcot!

Spaceship Earth

There’s a lot of construction to see as Epcot continues it’s ongoing transformation of Future World and additions to World Showcase, but we’ve also got some food and merch updates for ya. Let’s get started!

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REVIEW! Lunch at Via Napoli Will Always Have a Pizza Our Hearts

By Molly 8 Comments

Buongiorno from Italy friends! Today we’re heading back to one of our favorite restaurants in all of Epcot for lunch!

The Italy Pavilion

We’ve loved Via Napoli ever since it opened, thanks to its wood fire ovens, incredible pizza, and all the cheesy carby goodness that comes with an Italian meal. However, with so many delicious spots in Epcot and the surrounding resorts to choose from (looking at you, newly re-opened Beaches and Cream), we wouldn’t be very good at our jobs if we only ate here (though we wouldn’t be mad about it.).

So needless to say, anytime we can swing by Via Napoli, we do our happy pizza dance! Let’s get to it shall we?

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Find Out Where to Get Pizza AND Deep Fried Cheesy Rice Balls in Epcot Without a Reservation!

By Janelle Sheetz 1 Comment

Ah, Epcot’s Italy pavilion! How we love your sights, smells, and delicious Italian FOODS!

Pizza al Taglio in Epcot’s Italy Pavilion

And even though Epcot’s World Showcase is busy this time of year with the Festival of the Holidays and all, we’re thankful for the crowds because it means Pizza al Taglio is now OPEN!

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Review and Food Photos: Tutto Italia in Epcot’s Italy Pavilion

By AJ 2 Comments

If you’re looking for decent Italian food in Walt Disney World, you don’t have to look too far.

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Tutto Italia Ristorante

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In every park (save Animal Kingdom) there are Italian restaurants — some better than others — and Disney Springs has several from which to choose (think: Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Terralina Crafted Italian, Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar). Even the resorts get in on the action with one of our favorites — Il Mulino — located at the Swan Hotel.

And then, of course, there’s the Italy Pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase, where food is celebrated in several forms: pizza at Via Napoli, gelato at a cart outside, wine in the Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar, and classic Italian dishes at Tutto Italia.

Tutto Italia opened in 2013 in the space formerly occupied by Alfredo’s. And even though the name had changed, a lot of Alfredo’s remained. The overall styling of the restaurant was retained — murals, crystal chandeliers, and dark wood create an elegant atmosphere — while the menu satisfies with traditional Italian dishes.

It’s been a while since my last official review of Tutto Italia (see that review here!), so on a recent trip I decided it was time to return and see if this oft-forgotten spot is worth a more regular visit.

Outside Tutto Italia

Atmosphere

Tutto Italia’s design aesthetic features some classic, elegant elements. [Read more…]

What’s NEW in Epcot?? All the New Menus, Changes, and Construction!

By AJ and the DFB Team 11 Comments

We’re in Epcot checking out what’s new this week! The restaurants are busy adding some seasonal treats as well as fall flavors! Construction is moving forward on a variety of attractions! Let’s take a closer look…

Welcome to Epcot

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DFB Video: Nosh or Not? Epcot’s Italy Food Tour!

By AJ and the DFB Team 3 Comments

Why, hello there! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re taking a tour of Epcot’s Italy Pavilion. Acually, it’s better than that… we’re taking a FOOD TOUR of Epcot’s Italy!

Pizza at Via Napoli

Sure, the Italy Pavilion is home to the Best Pizza in Disney World, courtesy of Via Napoli. But Italian cuisine is more than simply pizza (even when that pizza should NOT be missed!). We hope you’ll join us for a spin around Epcot’s Italy to discover the Pavilion’s vino, pasta, cheese, gelato, and more. [Read more…]

News! 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menu UPDATES and CHANGES, Plus New FOOD PICS

By AJ 10 Comments

There is just never a dull moment when it comes to bringing you the latest 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival news. 😀

Today, we’ve learned that there have been major updates to three of the festival’s Marketplace Booth Menus.

If you’re not familiar with the way that the festival works, the Marketplace Booths are the small kiosks that serve the special food and drink items throughout Epcot during the festival.

For many folks, these booths ARE the festival — and in 2017, you’ll be able to make stops at 35 booths total, to mark the 35th anniversary of Epcot.

So, what’s changing? Let’s take a closer look. And then check out some new FOOD PHOTOS that we’re also sharing!

Mexico

One of the festival’s most popular booths, Mexico has rolled out an entirely updated beverage menu.

Mexico Marketplace Booth

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Spotted: Italia Kitchen Merchandise in Epcot’s Italy Pavilion

By Wendy 5 Comments

Before a recent visit to Via Napoli in Epcot for a pizza, my husband and I had a few spare minutes before our Advance Dining Reservation. We decided to spend that extra time in La Bottega Italiana, one of the Italy Pavilion’s shops, where I happened upon some fun kitchen gear and other Italia-themed merchandise.

Pasta Mickey Italia Apron

It had been a while since I’d popped in this particular store, so I’m not sure how long these have been around, but what stood out to me right away was this fun apron featuring Mickey formed out of various pasta shapes. [Read more…]