Katie Francis

Katie is the Editor in Chief of WDWNT and its subsites. She attended the University of Central Florida to study English and Hospitality Management. Katie joined WDWNT after working in the theme parks and attractions industry for more than ten years. Contact her at [email protected].

Shop with Captain Cacao – Full List of Merchandise (with Prices) at Moonship Chocolates & Celestial Sweets

Collage of Disney park souvenirs, with Moonship Chocolates, a travel cup, and themed mugs and pins—notably no Disney castles shown.

See all the treats, apparel, and everything Captain Cacao from Moonship Chocolates & Celestial Sweets in Celestial Park at Epic Universe. About Moonship Chocolates & Celestial Sweets Satisfy your sweet tooth at Moonship Chocolates & Celestial Sweets. Guests will also find sundries, souvenirs, collectibles, and gifts. The official Universal description reads: Satisfy your sweet tooth … Read more

Tour The Oak & Star Tavern and The Plastered Owl Bar at Epic Universe

A grand, vaulted room at The Oak & Star Tavern with ornate columns and a tree sculpture, evoking the whimsy of a Disney park lounge.

Dine around an enchanted tree at The Oak & Star Tavern and The Plastered Owl Bar in Celestial Park at Epic Universe. About Located in Celestial Park, The Oak & Star Tavern is a somewhat modernized take on the classic fantasy dining location. The Plastered Owl Bar is an attached indoor-outdoor location where guests can … Read more

BREAKING: Spaceship Earth Reopens a Week Early After Refurbishment

Guests gather by Spaceship Earth’s entrance as the iconic geodesic sphere at Epcot reopens after refurbishment; no castle pictured.

Spaceship Earth has reopened one week early after a refurbishment. Spaceship Earth Reopens The iconic EPCOT attraction reopened on October 18 despite a previously announced reopening date of October 25. It closed on August 25 for a routine refurbishment, meaning general maintenance and upkeep would be performed. The inside of the ride saw no major … Read more

Disney Blocks Labor Union Strike & More: Daily Recap (10/16/25)

A collage of Disney park scenes: a bustling plaza, futuristic sci-fi zone, and jungle post with props—no castle pictured for comparison.

Disney is stopping a labor union strike, Astro Orbiter is broken, the Jingle Cruise return date was announced, Fort Langhorn was demolished — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, October 16, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom Resorts & Hotels New Merchandise Other Walt Disney World News Disneyland … Read more

Demolition of Animation Courtyard Has Begun at Hollywood Studios

Guests with umbrellas gather by a demolition wall in Animation Courtyard at Hollywood Studios, Mickey Mouse sign in view.

Demolition of the Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is underway. Animation Courtyard Demolition Crews have begun demolishing the former Animation Courtyard, with destruction now visible from within the park. The work is currently focused on the theater where Disney Jr. Play and Dance! was performed. At the time of its closure, a temporary “Get … Read more

Glow Up with Citrus-Glazed Chicken Strips at Disney’s Riviera Resort

Citrus-glazed chicken strips with creamy sauce and fruit on a white and blue plate, a vibrant Disney parks-inspired meal.

We review one of the more unique chicken strip offerings that debuted today across Walt Disney World: the Citrus-glazed Chicken Strips at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Citrus-glazed Chicken Strips – $12.99 Chicken tenders served with citrus glaze, mandarin orange slices, and a sprinkle of parsley and chives. Served with choice of side. The chicken is well … Read more

Zing with Some Zip: Spicy Aïoli Chicken Strips at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Three crispy Chicken Strips with green onions and Sweet Chili Aïoli, served alfresco at a Disney park, castle not pictured.

Spicy Aïoli Chicken Strips are one of thirteen new saucy chicken strip flavors available across Walt Disney World Resort (and we’re trying them all). Check out our review below. Spicy Aïoli Chicken Strips – $10.99 The chicken strips came out hot, crispy, and fresh (as has most of the chicken we’ve reviewed today). The spicy … Read more

Spicy Ranch Chicken Strips Light Up the Menu at Disney World

Spicy chicken strips in sauce and French fries on a paper plate, served on a table like menus found at Disney Parks quick service spots.

Spicy Ranch Chicken Strips are one of 13 new chicken strips launching across Walt Disney World today — here’s our review! Spicy Ranch Chicken Strips – $12.99 Served with French fries. This is the most basic of all of the strips we’ve tried today. The spicy ranch is solid, with Disney’s expected spice level that … Read more

Jerk BBQ Chicken Strips Serve Up Caribbean Flavors at Disney World

A hand holds a Disney Parks food tray filled with crispy Chicken Strips and saucy fried chicken topped with colorful veggies.

One of thirteen new saucy chicken strip dishes that debuted across Walt Disney World today is the Jerk BBQ Chicken Strips with Pineapple Salsa — can they compete with Buffalo Wild Wings? Jerk BBQ Chicken Strips with Pineapple Salsa – $12.99 Served with choice of side. If there’s one good thing about Buffalo Wild Wings, … Read more

Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strips at Disney World: Too Much Sauce or Not Enough

Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strips—three golden tenders with green onions and sauce in a tray, a Magic Kingdom must-try snack!

Of the 13 new chicken strips launching across Walt Disney World today, three feature buffalo sauce — here’s our review of the Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strips. Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strips – $12.99 Served with choice of side. Not to be confused with the Buffalo Chicken Strips at Magic Kingdom or the Honey Buffalo Strips with … Read more

Gochujang-Glazed Chicken Strips: Bold New Flavor or a Step Too Far at Disney World

Disney park snack box with tortilla chips, salsa, cilantro, cucumber, and glazed chicken, photographed outdoors in bright sun.

Do the Gochujang-glazed Chicken Strips stand out with flavor among the baker’s dozen of chicken strips we’ve tried today at Walt Disney World? Let’s find out. Gochujang-Glazed Chicken Strips – $12.99 Served with choice of side. The review wasn’t off to a great start when we only received two pieces of chicken in our order … Read more

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