food IS a theme park
We’re big fans of The BOATHOUSE in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs, so when we spot a new dessert on the menu, we get kind of excited. And in this case, we spied something pretty awesome on The BOATHOUSE’s Instagram account.
The Boathouse Sign
With the debut of Toy Story Land earlier this year and the opening of Star Wars land scheduled for late 2019, Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been in a constant state of evolution. This week, the construction walls in front of the Chinese Theater came down, a new car entrance is scheduled to open, the park is getting ready for the holidays, and we spotted even more changes in the shops on Hollywood Boulevard!
Adrian and Edith’s
Adrian and Edith’s Head to Toe, the shop that was once stocked with ear hats, headbands, and an embroidery booth, has reopened after a refurbishment! Instead of hats and headbands, though, it’s now home to snacks and other merchandise. Maybe a replacement for Sweet Spells…?
We get a ton of questions about allergens here at the DFB, and we know lots of you will be thrilled with the latest news from the online menus on DisneyWorld.com and Disneyland.com.
Allergy-friendly menus are now ONLINE
Guests can now view allergy-specific menus for some of Disney World’s and Disneyland’s restaurants online — and that means you can get a better idea of what’s safe to eat before you even arrive for your vacation!
Allergy-specific menus
The holiday season has arrived at Walt Disney World! How do we know? The Magic Kingdom is decorated for Christmas. Flurry of Fun is starting at Hollywood Studios. Adorable snowman and gingerbread man drink accessories are popping up at Animal Kingdom.
Annnnd… Cinnamon Glazed Almonds and Cinnamon Glazed Pecans are available at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.
Cinnamon Glazed Almonds and Pecans at Roaring Fork
These addictive, fan-favorite Cinnamon Glazed Nuts are available in the parks throughout the year, but they make a special appearance at Wilderness Lodge for the holidays.
Epcot’s World Showcase at Walt Disney World
is home to so many interesting restaurants serving high-quality food from around the (actual) world that it can be hard to decide which to choose.
And frankly, Nine Dragons in the China Pavilion has been one that we’ve decided to skip much of the time. The setting is lovely and worth exploring, but in the past, the food has been lackluster, no better than most of the Americanized Chinese restaurants found in strip malls around the country.
But we give second chances (and third and fourth and fifth) here at the DFB, so I made a reservation and hoped for something to love in this table service spot. And while I won’t say Nine Dragons has clawed its way up too far in the rankings of table service restaurants at Epcot, I will say that my most recent visit was the best I’ve had here.
While I encourage you to take that with a grain of salt, I also want to acknowledge that plenty of you do enjoy eating here, and I will always cling to optimism that even the least palatable of Walt Disney World dining locations will be in a constant state of flux, striving for better.
But let’s start with what we already love about Nine Dragons: its magical decor and warm atmosphere.
Welcome to Nine Dragons!
Just when we thought Disney’s Animal Kingdom might be going straight from Halloween to Christmas, they surprised us with a new cupcake perfect for the time in between the spooky season and the holiday season.
Thanksgiving Cupcake
Introducing the new Thanksgiving Cupcake! What flavor is it, where can you get one, and can you use a snack credit? Let’s find out!
How does Thanksgiving at Disney Springs sound – maybe at a steakhouse with chic decor and rooftop dining? If you’re tempted, STK Orlando has just released their special Thanksgiving menus for 2018.
Upper Level Patio Dining at STK Orlando
On Thursday, November 22, STK will be serving their full signature menu along with a special Thanksgiving menu. So, what’s for dinner? Read on – we’ve got the details!
Since it’s after 11:59 PM on October 31, the holiday season has officially arrived at Walt Disney World! This adorable Mickey Snowman Ornament Drink Holder was one of the first festive items to make an appearance at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Mickey Snowman Ornament Drink Holder at Animal Kingdom
You’ve probably seen this cute little guy all over Instagram, and it’s no surprise that he keeps selling out.
Did you race in the runDisney Wine and Dine 5k, 10k, or half marathon at Walt Disney World this weekend? If so, Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen has a special discount just for you!
© Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen
The Disney Springs restaurant is offering 20% off of food and non-alcoholic beverages all day Sunday, November 4.
Attention, friends who have a fondness for fizzy drinks: the Coca-Cola Store Orlando Rooftop Beverage Bar at Disney Springs is offering refillable plastic Coke bottles and cups!
Refillable Bottle at the Coca-Cola Store
If you’ve ever wished the Walt Disney World-area Coca-Cola Store would offer a refillable cup, today is your lucky day. Now you can get your soda fix every time you stroll around Disney Springs. So how much does it cost and what drinks are available? We’ve got the details!
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