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Summer House on the Lake & More Disney World Restaurants Participating in 2024 ‘Magical Dining’ Deals

July 10, 2024July 10, 2024

People standing in front of Summer House on the Lake restaurant on a cloudy day, admiring its white exterior and the teal awning gracefully draped over the entrance.

Several Walt Disney World Resort restaurants are participating in this year’s Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining presented by Orlando Health. Walt Disney World Restaurants Participating in Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is an annual six-week event where restaurants offer three-course, prix-fixe dinners at discounted prices. This year, the Magical Dining menus are available … Read more

Refreshing Orange Bird-Inspired DOLE Whip Cone & Float From Swirls on the Water at Disney Springs

July 1, 2024

Two images showing hands holding orange-flavored ice cream treats against a waterfront background: One is a swirl cone topped with orange candy, the other is an ice cream sundae in a mason jar with an orange slice.

For Flavors of Florida this year, Swirls on the Water at Disney Springs has two new Orange Bird-inspired DOLE Whip treats: the Orange Bird Cone and the Orange Bird Float. Swirls on the Water is in the Marketplace of Disney Springs and also offers The Key Lime Pie Sundae. Flavors of Florida runs from July 1 … Read more

Orange Pecan Chocolate Chip & Lemon Poppy Crumb Cookies Return to Gideon’s Bakehouse for July 2024

July 1, 2024

A side-by-side image of two different cookies being held. The cookie on the left is covered in chocolate chips and small chunks of orange, while the cookie on the right has a crumbly texture with poppy seeds.

The limited edition July 2024 cookies at Gideon’s Bakehouse are the returning Orange Pecan Chocolate Chip and Lemon Poppy Crumb Cookie, a.k.a. Stuart and Bonnie’s cookies. Gideon’s Bakehouse July 2024 The July 2024 menu artwork features Bartholomew the Skunk Ape in honor of Flavors of Florida. Florida is wildly untamed yet surprisingly refined — much like … Read more

Full List of Limited-Time 4th of July 2024 Treats Coming to Walt Disney World

June 25, 2024June 25, 2024

Red, white, and blue layered drink with whipped cream, and funnel cake topped with whipped cream and star-shaped sprinkles. Presented on a red and white checkered cloth, these limited-time 4th of July treats are perfect for celebrating at Walt Disney World.

Walt Disney World Resort has revealed their full list of limited-time new and returning menu items celebrating Fourth of July, 2024. 4th of July Food & Beverage Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus (Available July 1 through 5; mobile order available) Magic Kingdom Park Liberty Square Market (Available June 30 through July 6) Sleepy Hollow (Available … Read more

New and Returning Stitch Treats Coming to Walt Disney World for 626 Day 2024

June 21, 2024

An éclair topped with yellow icing, colorful flower decorations, and a Stitch character embellishment, placed on a light blue surface with a yellow lily in the background.

Walt Disney World has announced new and returning Stitch-inspired treats that will be available next week for Experiment 626 Day (June 26). 626 Day Treats The new Experiment 626 Éclair will be at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs. It’s a passion fruit and mango éclair. It will be available from June 23 through 30. The … Read more

New ‘Inside Out 2’ Treats & Souvenirs Coming to Disney Parks

June 7, 2024

A brightly colored cake with fondant decoration on top and cartoon character cutouts around its base, set against a backdrop of blurred colorful lights.

New treats inspired by “Inside Out 2” will be available at various Disney Parks starting starting on Monday, June 10, 2024. Walt Disney World The Inside Out 2 Petit Cake will be at Amorette’s Patisserie at Disney Springs from June 10 through July 14. The Feeling Kinda Blue-berry Chai Iced Latte will be at the … Read more

REVIEW: Cookie Butter Butterscotch Cookie Returns to Gideon’s Bakehouse for June 2024

June 2, 2024

Light brown Cookie Butter Butterscotch Cookie held in front of Gideon's Bakehouse sign at Disney Springs

Each month, Gideon’s Bakehouse at Disney Springs features a different limited edition cookie and menu art. This month’s cookie is the returning Cookie Butter Butterscotch Cookie. The character depicted on the menu is Butterscotch, a girl who wears wolf pajamas. The story states that Butterscotch’s “wild nature” is awakened “with the year’s first full moon” … Read more

Jaleo Offering ‘Dreams That Soar’ Tasting Experience at Disney Springs

June 1, 2024May 31, 2024

Jaleo by José Andrés in Disney Springs is offering a “Dreams that Soar” tasting experience, including a special tasting menu and a view of the new drone show. ‘Dreams That Soar’ Tasting Experience The experience is $79 per person. Head Chef Kris Anderson designed the tasting menu. The menu includes: The separately ticketed viewing area … Read more

Updated White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookie and New Pineapple Dream Cake at Gideon’s Bakehouse

April 4, 2024April 3, 2024

Gideon's Bakehouse White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookie and New Pineapple Dream Cake

The limited-edition April 2024 cookie at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs is the returning White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookie. New this month is the Pineapple Dream Cake, available by slice on select days. Gideon’s Bakehouse April 2024 Menu The featured character on the collectible April 2024 menu card is Holly Mackerel. Also available this month … Read more

Full List of Limited-Time Earth Month 2024 Treats Coming to Walt Disney World

March 29, 2024

Earth Month begins on April 1, with Earth Day on April 22, and Walt Disney World Resort is celebrating with various new treats. Earth Month Treats Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Creature Comforts (Available April 1 through 30) Dawa Bar Nomad Lounge (Available April 1 through 30) Pizzafari (Available April 1 through 30) Restaurantosaurus Terra Treats (Currently available at … Read more

REVIEW: Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Returns as March 2024 Flavor at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs

March 6, 2024

A hand holding the Gideon's Bakehouse Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl cookie

The fan-favorite Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl cookie has returned as the flavor of the month at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs. This month’s mascot is Thaddeus Bubo, who brings a message: “Protect the owls, for one day, they may be all that can protect you.” Select proceeds from special items this month will go to … Read more

Full List of St. Patrick’s Day 2024 Treats Coming to Walt Disney World

February 29, 2024

Pot O’ Gold Mousse and Lucky Clover Cupcake

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner on March 17 and Walt Disney World is offering up several limited-time treats for the holiday, including new items at Swirls on the Water in Disney Springs. St. Patrick’s Day Treats at Walt Disney World Disney Resort Hotels Disney’s Beach Club Resort Beaches & Cream Soda Shop (Available … Read more

Doctor Dies From Allergic Reaction After Raglan Road Meal at Disney Springs

March 9, 2024February 26, 2024

A man is suing Disney and Raglan Road over his wife’s death due to anaphylaxis after a meal at the Disney Springs restaurant. Raglan Road Death Kanokporn Tangsuan was a doctor at NYU Langone in New York City. She visited Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at about 8 p.m. on October 5, 2023, with … Read more

REVIEW: Move Over Gideon’s, Summer House on the Lake Offers Some of the Best Cookies at Walt Disney World and We Tried 8 of Them

December 14, 2023

Summer House on the Lake has opened at Disney Springs and in addition to a table-service restaurant, it houses a cookie bar, where guests can purchase baked goods, drinks, and merchandise. Summer House on the Lake Cookie Bar Guests can visit The Cookie Bar through this entrance at Summer House on the Lake. Guests who … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO, REVIEW: Summer House on the Lake Opens at Disney Springs with Refreshing Cocktails, Fantastic Cornbread, and a Misleading Chicken Basket

December 14, 2023

Summer House on the Lake has opened on the West Side of Disney Springs. On weekdays, the new restaurant serves lunch and dinner from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. (or 11:30 p.m. on Fridays). On the weekends, they will serve brunch beginning at 9 a.m. There is also a quick-service Cookie Bar inside. We visited … Read more

Salt & Straw Limited Edition Holiday Flavors Available This Month at Disney Springs

December 10, 2023

Salt & Straw in Disney Springs is offering a limited edition menu of holiday-inspired flavors this month. The ice cream shop can be found on the West Side of Disney Springs, between the AMC and Bowes Signature Candles. Salt & Straw Holiday Menu These are the limited edition flavors available as part of The Holiday … Read more