Every year since 2008, WDW News Today has hosted a charity drive at the end of November to raise money for the Toys for Tots Foundation. To date, we have raised over $49,000 for this amazing organization with donations through our website and those made during our annual live program during the holiday season. This … Read more
Tonight! It’s WDW News Tonight, now with a live audience from our new studio on I-Drive in Orlando (tickets available here)! Join us at 9PM ET for a review of the week’s news, Great Moments in History (But Just the Disney Management Parts), a visit from Cornac the Magnificent, and more as our 50-hour broadcast … Read more
We may have just celebrated Thanksgiving yesterday, but that won’t stop us from enjoying even more traditional holiday meals of ham and turkey, with all of the fixings. So, let’s dig into the American Holiday Table booth at EPCOT’s 2019 International Festival of the Holidays where we can “enjoy a seasonal salute—dig into traditional dishes … Read more
EPCOT asks us to “Spice up your life with the exotic flavors of North Africa—visit the Morocco Pavilion for intriguing cuisine!” at the Sapphire Holiday Kitchen for this 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. We here at WDWNT are no stranger to trying exotic flavors on Disney property, let’s dig in and hope for … Read more
Here’s how Disney promotes the L’Chaim! Holiday Kitchen: “Propose a toast to life—sink your teeth into classic Jewish noshes with a side of New York flair.” In previous years, this booth was missing what we here at WDWNT felt was a very important Hanukkah food – latkes. For the 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the … Read more
Bonjour! L’Artisan des Glaces, located in the France pavilion, is arguably one of our favorite ice cream spots in Walt Disney World Resort. So, when we found out they were offering something special for the 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, we knew we had to try it. Menu for L’Artisan des Glaces at the … Read more
Le Marché de Noël Holiday Kitchen (roughly translated to Christmas market) asks us for the 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays to “Feast on très magnifique fare, wine and specialty cocktails from the France Pavilion.” How can we say non to that? Menu for Le Marché de Noël Holiday Kitchen at the EPCOT International Festival … Read more
Nothing says “holiday season” like a good cider, so let’s head over to the UK Beer Cart in the United Kingdom Pavilion to try out their Mulled Cider, special for the 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Menu for UK Beer Cart at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Beverage: 🆕 Mulled Cider: Strongbow … Read more
“Rock around the Christmas tree with goodies sure to top the ‘nice’ list—at Promenade Refreshments,” is how Disney is promoting the Holiday Sweets & Treats booth at the 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Personally, I love sweets and treats, so let’s get snacking! Menu for Holiday Sweets & Treats at the EPCOT International … Read more
In honor of the annual Walt Disney World Service Celebration, the Magic Kingdom will be closing early on December 2nd, which is also known as Walt Disney Day. (Walt Disney’s birthday is on December 5th.) In order to prepare for the event, the Magic Kingdom will be closing at 4:30 PM this upcoming Monday, December … Read more
For most people during the cold winter months, it’s a staple to stay indoors, curl up by the fire, and drink a nice cup of hot tea. For those of us in Florida, we tend to brave the chilly weather and hit up the 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. At least we still … Read more
The 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays kicks off today, November 29th, and runs through December 30th. During this spirited festival at EPCOT, guests will encounter an international yuletide extravaganza with Holiday Kitchens, entertainment, and of course – merchandise! This year’s collection will feature our favorite dynamic duo, Chip ‘n’ Dale. Everyone’s beloved, mischievous chipmunks are featured … Read more
That’s right, even the popcorn cart in the Canada pavilion is getting in on the holiday cheer for the 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Offering a Pecan Maple Bark with Maple Sugar, let’s dive in, eh? Menu for Canada Popcorn Cart at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Food: Pecan Maple Bark … Read more
Let’s take a trip up to the Great White North this holiday season, or rather the Canada Pavilion at EPCOT, to try the Yukon Holiday Kitchen. Back for its third year at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, let’s see if this booth is as good as it was last year! Menu for Yukon … Read more
The Refreshment Port, a year-round kiosk known for its ice cream and savory poutine, is getting in on the festive fun for the 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. A returning favorite from last year, the Refreshment Port is serving up the Turkey Poutine as well as new eggnog. Menu for Refreshment Port at … Read more
A terminally ill patient has been granted his wish of seeing “Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker” before the official release date of December 20th. The patient will share a private viewing with his son. The request was made this week by Rowans Hospice in Hampshire, England via Twitter with hopes that someone would be … Read more