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Disney Food News This Week: Everything NEW at the Disney Parks and Resorts

Happy weekend! We’ve been hard at work in the parks scoping out all the latest news for you, which is compiled here! First, a few things to remember…

The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival kicks off August 29 and we’re covering it all! Did you see the menus that are out now? See every single Food and Wine Festival MENU and some FOOD PHOTOS as well — here!

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is now OPEN at Disneyland and will open August 29 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Check out all our Disneyland Galaxy’s Edge coverage to start planning for Disney World (the two lands will be virtually identical!)!

Now — on to the news!

Germany Beer & Pretzel Kiosk

We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in…

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Taste of Toledo — Tapas, Steak & Seafood Event Announced for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members

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An all-new rooftop dining experience is coming to Walt Disney World this summer when Toledo — Tapas, Steak & Seafood opens on top of the new Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort on July 9, 2019.

Gran Destino Tower Will Open in July

Disney has announced an exclusive tasting event for the new restaurant for Disney World Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members. The event will be held on Thursday, July 25; Thursday, August 1 and Thursday, August 8, 2019 and will feature highlights from the menu selected by the chef, and accompanied by cocktails. [Read more…]

Newly Announced Dahlia Lounge and Barcelona Lounge To Open With New Coronado Springs Resort Dining Options This Summer

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There will be two lounges joining the previously announced Three Bridges Bar & Grill and Toledo — Tapas, Steak & Seafood Restaurant at Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort this summer!

Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Resort

The Dahlia Lounge will be located in the Gran Destino Tower when it opens on July 9, 2019. [Read more…]

Paging Mr. Tom Morrow: Your Disney World Trip Will Look VERY Different in 2021…!

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Walt Disney World is experiencing a lot of growth, and we’re not just talking about the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, which will occur on August 29!

Indeed, Disney World is growing in many different ways, and by 2021 — just two years from now — our vacations to the World might look very different.

Epcot in 2021?

Let’s take a look at the changes coming to Disney World and what they might mean for you and your visit!

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See the Menu for Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood Rooftop Dining Coming to Coronado Springs Resort

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The Gran Destino Tower currently being constructed at Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort will bring 545 guest rooms (including 50 suites) and a new main entrance to the Resort when it opens on July 9, 2019. It will also bring rooftop dining (along with fireworks views) with the new Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood restaurant!

Gran Destino Tower © Disney

Advance Dining Reservations opened in January for this upcoming dinner spot, and we even got a sneak peek at several of the dishes when reservations were released. But now we have a look at the full menu with prices! [Read more…]

The 5 NEW Disney Parks Restaurants We Can’t Wait to Try in 2019!!

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This year brings so many new experiences to the Disney Parks on both coasts, and you can bet we’ve been sniffing out as many details as we can find on the BRAND NEW dining that will be arriving at Disneyland and Walt Disney World!

Here we explore FIVE new restaurants we can’t wait to try in 2019!

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Topolino’s Terrace — Flavors of the Riviera, Disney’s Riviera Resort

Mid-December is the grand unveiling of Disney’s Riviera Resort — and its exciting new dining! Topolino’s Terrace — Flavors of the Riviera is poised to become a must-get Advance Dining Reservation because Topolino’s will be roof-top dining with sweeping views of Walt Disney World! Expect views of fireworks shows at Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios! (Remember that Epcot is getting some new nighttime entertainment in the second half of 2019, so guests will enjoy a brand new view of a brand new show!)

Riviera Pool ©Disney

In addition to views, Topolino’s will feature flavors of the Riviera with signature dining for dinner and a prix fixe character meal for breakfast! [Read more…]

Reservations Now Open for Toledo — Tapas, Steak, and Seafood Rooftop Dining Coming to Coronado Springs Resort

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Advance Dining Reservations are now open for Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood coming to Gran Destino Tower when the new addition opens at Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort!

Coronado Springs Resort Concept Art ©Disney

The opening date, naturally, is the same day that the Gran Destino Tower will open: July 9, 2019.
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2019 Disney Restaurant ULTIMATE GUIDE: What You Need To Know About EVERY Restaurant Opening In Disney World and Disneyland in 2019!

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This year is going to be BIG for the Disney Parks. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is opening at Walt Disney World on August 29 and at Disneyland on May 31. Plus the all-new Skyliner transportation system will begin operating at Walt Disney World in the summer or fall! But that’s not all…

Oga’s Cantina © Disney

Guests to the Disney Parks on both coasts will get to enjoy lots of new and exciting restaurants! Read on to learn more about what’s opening and where — PLUS when you can expect to be able to visit each spot!

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Disney Food News: Everything That Happened Disney World This Week!

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Happy weekend! Here’s all the Disney food news this week!

Spaceship Earth Krispy Treat

Disneyland’s Festival of Holidays started is ON, and we have ALL the menus! Start planning what you’re going to eat before you go! And check out our BEST of the Fest here!

Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays is in full swing and we have all the menus! Check them out before you go! And, check out our Best of the Fest too!

We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in…

Disney Food News

Check out the new artwork that was released for the Storybook Dining with Snow White at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.
We’re happy to share that Bing Bong has finally arrived at Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff on Pixar Pier!
We shared what’s new at Epcot this week!
We checked out the classic and unique snacks at Heritage Manor Gifts in Epcot’s American Adventure Pavilion.
See how the Germany Pavilion Train Village celebrates the Epcot Festival of the Holidays.
We spotted Maple Bourbon Eggnog at The Polite Pig in Disney Springs!
Check out what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this week.
We have details on the Holiday Sweater Passholder Get Together in Disney Springs!
Check out everything new that we found at Animal Kingdom this week.
We shared details on the New Year’s Eve celebration at The Edison in Disney Springs.
Check out the new cooking class available at Paddlefish in Disney Springs.
We shared details on the discount coupon available at Satu’li Canteen in Pandora in the Animal Kingdom.
Check out what’s new in the Magic Kingdom this week!
We spotted new Starbucks Tumblers in Epcot.
There’s a new Spaceship Earth Krispy Treat at Epcot’s Fountain View!
Check out the new ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ meet-and-greet in Epcot!
We shared the latest construction updates from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! And, more construction updates from Hollywood Studios and the Magic Kingdom!
Chef José Andrés has been nominated for the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize.
The new Mickey 90 Ears are available in Disney Springs.
We reviewed dinner at Jiko in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge!
Check out the ugly sweater and matching pajama events in Disney Springs.
We shared a photo tour of the new exit at Space Mountain in the Magic Kingdom.
The hot holiday drink mug has returned to the Magic Kingdom!
Tokyo Disney Resort is building a new Toy Story Hotel.
The name was announced for the new rooftop restaurant at the Gran Destino Tower.
We shared details on the Sip and Savor Pass at the Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays.
Check out the opening date for the new Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs.
We shared our favorite merchandise from the Epcot Festival of the Holidays.
Check out the seasonal treats and gingerbread display at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs.
The gingerbread display at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn is up for this season.
We reviewed the Meatball Sub and White Pizza at the BoardWalk Pizza Window.
We reviewed some new eats at the Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
New DFB YouTube videos: New Disney Dishes that We Loved (And One That We Didn’t), Review of Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill, Changes and Updates Just Announced for the Disney Parks, and Tour of the 2018 Disney World Gingerbread Displays.

New DFB Video — Changes and Updates Just Announced for the Disney Parks

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Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood Rooftop Restaurant And MORE Announced for Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Resort

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As of today, guests are able to reserve rooms for check-in dates starting July 9, 2019 for the Gran Destino Tower coming to Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort.

You can see newly released concept art for the standard guests rooms here.

One of the features we’ve been most excited about since the new tower was announced is its rooftop dining location. And now the name for this restaurant, which will offer amazing views of Walt Disney World, including fireworks viewing, has officially been revealed!

Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood will offer indoor dining along with a lounge with indoor and outdoor seating. We can’t wait to find out when we can start making Advance Dining Reservations for this new experience, and we will share that with you right away when its revealed! [Read more…]