food IS a theme park
Wow! What a week it’s been in Disney World. For starters, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopened after a YEAR of being closed with some pretty cool changes.
Mickey waffles at Garden Grill
On the food front, we’ve been able to enjoy some new DOLE Whip treats (ALWAYS our fave thing), and we found our new favorite summer drink in EPCOT. Of course, Disney World restaurants changed their menus this week, like they always do, so let’s take a look at those changes.
We’ve visited some of the best Disney World hotel lounges, but there’s a hidden gem tucked away in one of the furthest corners you won’t see coming. While it’s true there are phenomenal lounges to explore around Disney World’s hotels closer to most of the parks, this is one we promise will be worth your while to go out of your way for!
Victoria Falls Lounge
We recently stopped by Victoria Falls Lounge at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort Jambo House to see what was cookin’, and now we’re bringing you our FULL review. Is it worth a stop on your next trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth? Find out here!
Things are ALWAYS changing in Disney World, but that’s all part of Walt’s original vision for the parks.
Twixt Bundt Cake
This week alone, we saw the closing of a classic Disney attraction as it gets updated to reopen later this year. We got a clue that a popular character dining experience might soon return. We learned that beignets would soon be on the menu at Magic Kingdom. Disney World restaurants also saw some changes, so let’s take a look at how those menus were updated this week.
Happy New Year, DFB Readers! It’s a new year with new food and loads of changes coming to Disney World restaurants this year.
2024 Cupcake at Animal Kingdom
The biggest change, though, is probably the return of the Disney Dining Plan (and we’ll be testing it when it comes back on January 9th). But we’ve also got some new restaurants opening this year, including Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs and The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers on Disney’s Boardwalk. Right now, though, we’ve got some menu changes to tell you about at Disney World restaurants.
Everything is always changing in Disney World.
Ariel Milkshake
Right now, some things are changing on World Showcase Lagoon in EPCOT (and some Disney fans might not be happy about it). Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is in the middle of construction for new Disney Vacation Club villas. New restaurants are on the way, as are new attractions. But restaurant menu changes are also happening regularly at Disney World restaurants.
There are a LOT of options (well over 20, in fact!) when it comes to choosing your Resort hotel for your Disney World vacation.
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
Do you prefer being on “Island Time” or would you rather go back in time? Are you looking for whimsical surroundings or are you considering something more sophisticated? Would you like to stay near Magic Kingdom or perhaps closer to EPCOT?
With so many choices, we’ve found it helpful to take things one at a time. Well, okay… technically we’re taking things TWO at a time as we compare TWO Disney World Resort hotels to help you get an idea of which might be right for you. So here we’re exploring both Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. [Read more…]
Choosing which Disney World Resort hotel to stay at during your Walt Disney World vacation is one of the most fun parts of planning! That said…
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
…it can also be one of the most confusing factors at the same time when you’re dealing with such a wide array of options. To that end, we’re hoping to help you out by doing a little of the comparison work for you. Today, we’re talking about TWO Deluxe Resorts: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge versus Disney’s Beach Club Resort!
We’re going to tackle this topic with help from a few chosen categories: Common Ground, Theme/Rooms, Pools, Food, and Transportation. Let’s go! [Read more…]
It’s an exciting time when we get to reunite with our favorite Disney World restaurants.
Animal Kingdom Lodge
We already spent the morning at a reopened Boma in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge (and we’ll be back for dinner at the first buffet to reopen in Disney World). Now, though, we’re visiting ANOTHER relaxing spot at this resort that just returned today!
Are you the designated driver in your crew, or do you just prefer your fun without alcohol?
If so, we have GREAT news. Disney offers tons (and we mean tons!) of Non-Alcoholic Drinks, or Mocktails. And we’re not just talkin’ Shirley Temples here. Following the current hot trend, many of the drinks offer the same attention to flavor and artistry as craft cocktails — sans liquor.
Want to try out a few for yourself? Then you’ll want to check out our Mocktail Crawl! It’s just one of the fun food adventures that you can embark on, thanks to the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-Book! If you love what you see here, check out our newly updated DFB Guide for even more great suggestions. And to celebrate our early launch of the 2017 DFB Guide, we’re offering it for a limited time at 20% off with promo code SAVE2017!
But enough talking. Time to check out the drinks!
Begin at Port Orleans Riverside, where you’ll stop by the Muddy Rivers Pool Bar for a Bull Frog Brew.
Muddy Rivers Pool Bar
This refreshing drink combines Odwalla Lemonade, Monin Green Apple, and Monin Kiwi served in a Light-up Mason Jar for an extra magical touch. [Read more…]
Happy Fall! Autumnal treats have been appearing all over Disney World for a while now, but with Halloween just days away, we thought we’d give you one last glimpse of the season’s snacks.
But that’s not the only food news ’round these parts… not by a long shot. Take a trip with us around all four Disney World parks to check out What’s New!
October is probably my favorite time for the candy apples that hit the scene, like these at Sweet Spells.
Halloween Candy Apples
“Poisoned” Candy Apple
Minnie Witch Candy Apple
Min & Bill’s Dockside Diner currently features a Caramel Apple Shake as its tribute to fall. The featured shakes here change frequently, so be sure to pop by to see what’s available on your visit!
Min and Bill’s Dockside Diner
Caramel Apple Shake
Joffrey’s Coffee Carts all over Disney World have changed their seasonal offerings to include a Pumpkin Pie Latte and a Pumpkin Pie Frozen Cappuccino.
Joffrey’s Coffee Kiosk at Pixar Place
Seasonal Coffee beverages
Speaking of those Joffrey’s Carts… remember the Big ‘Ol Donut? We spotted a few topped with massive amounts of cookie crumble for a change [Read more…]
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