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How to Lure Your Kids to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival This Year!

There are few things we are looking forward to this year as much as the 2020 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival! Epcot is often seen as the “adult park” in comparison to the other Disney parks, so some families struggle with the idea of bringing children along.

2019 Food and Wine Festival

Not only is Epcot an excellent park for the whole family, but the Food and Wine Festival itself is a great place to take kids! If you’re having doubts, or if your kids scoff at the idea of a “Food and Wine Festival,” we know of some pretty enticing kid-friendly activities so they can enjoy the festival WITH you this year!

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Review! Does Via Napoli Still Have The Best Pizza in Disney World?

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If you’ve been following along at DFB for a while, you know that Via Napoli stole a pizza our hearts from the beginning. Even though there are plenty of exotic foods all around the World Showcase in Epcot, we find ourselves being drawn back to their classic Italian dishes time and again.

Via Napoli

It’s like a trusted friend or coming home after a long time away — it’s become a reliable and comfortable staple for us. So you won’t be surprised that we snuck another trip back to Via Napoli into our last trip to Disney World! We are reporting back on whether one of our favorite pizza spots lived up to our cheesy expectations!

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Did You Know About These Hidden SECRETS in the Disney Parks and Resorts?!

By Carly Terzigni 2 Comments

Disney is all about the details. Everywhere you look in a Disney park or resort, you’ll be surprised at how many hidden gems you will spot! Some of these secrets are more hidden than others, and you can definitely impress your friends next time you visit with this arsenal of knowledge at your disposal.

Ice Cream Martini from L’Artisan des Glaces in Epcot’s France Pavilion

Today we’re sharing a compilation of videos we’ve made in highlighting these hidden secrets! Get ready to take some notes!

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What’s New at Disney’s Epcot: Construction Galore, Coral Minnie Ears, and a Menu Shake-Up in France!

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Hello, World travelers! We’re back with the latest edition of What’s New at Epcot where we’re checking out the latest and greatest in both the World Showcase and Future World!

Epcot

Not only is the theme park in the midst of an exciting transformation, but the 2020 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival recently kicked off!

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REVIEW! Disney Has Changed One of Our Favorite Desserts in Epcot’s France Pavilion AGAIN! Does it Still Measure Up?

By Carly Terzigni 1 Comment

Les Halles in the France Pavilion is a fan favorite at Epcot. From savory soups and sandwiches to sweet desserts (and even a FULL baguette you can purchase for under $5.00!), Les Halles has something for just about everyone.

Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie

Amidst the hustle and bustle of the Flower and Garden Festival, we stopped by this tried and true quintessential World Showcase dining location to see if there were any new updates since the last time we visited. First off, we noticed a new Brie-filled Bread Bowl! Then we panicked a bit when we noticed that our beloved FRANGIPANE no longer listed on the menu! After asking, it’s still being offered but it has changed yet again!

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We’re One Step Closer to the Grand Opening! A NEW Ratatouille Sign Has Been Installed in Epcot!

By Janelle Sheetz 2 Comments

Epcot’s been cookin’ up Disney World’s next attraction, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, for quite a while now, and we couldn’t be more ready for it open!

New Remy Topiary

And even though Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway debuted in Hollywood Studios last week, we’ll have to wait until the summer to ride THIS new attraction!

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REVIEW! Block & Hans Has Two SWEET Drink Offerings on the Menu for the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival!

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The highlight of our Spring is here… The 2020 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival!

Epcot Flower and Garden Festival

From now through June 1st, attendees can stand in awe at the countless topiaries throughout the park, dance the night away at the Garden Rock Series, and our personal favorite, eat and drink from a large selection of limited-time offerings.

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Review! Refreshment Port Is Servin’ Up One of the Cutest and BEST Deals at the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival!

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It’s a great time to visit Walt Disney World! Spring is in the air and we’re celebrating with the return of the 2020 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival.

Remy Topiary

Dance the night away at the Garden Rocks Concert Series, snap some cute pics with all of the topiaries, and of course, eat and drink to your til your hearts content with limited-time offerings.

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Full Review! All Our Favorites Return to Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market at the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival

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We’re eating and drinking our way around the 2020 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival!

Epcot Flower and Garden Festival

Now through June 1, dine around World Showcase from an impressive variety of Outdoor Kitchens, feast your eyes on the gorgeous topiaries throughout the park, and get your groove on at the Garden Rocks Concert Series.

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Some of Our Favorites Are BACK at Fleur de Lys’ Flower and Garden Booth in Epcot — But With a NEW Spin!

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Bonjour, mes amis from the Flower and Garden Festival! Festival after festival, the France Pavilion is usually the chateau to some stand-out food and beverage items!

Fleur de Lys

Fleur de Lys is our next stop at this year’s Flower and Garden Festival! We even see a few new items on the menu, as well as some of our favorite French-inspired eats, returning!

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