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REVIEW: New Coffee Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie Available Ahead of Gideon's Bakehouse Grand Opening at Disney Springs

January 14, 2021

Gideon’s Bakehouse has reopened today at Disney Springs following an unexpected closure on January 2. The new bakery has announced its grand opening will be this Saturday, January 16, 2021, with giveaways and limited-edition cookies. Speaking of limited-edition cookies, one of Gideon’s special January cookies is coffee toffee chocolate chip and we tried it out … Read more

PHOTOS: Liberty Square Market Closed for Refurbishment at the Magic Kingdom; Temporary Turkey Leg Cart Now Available

January 13, 2021January 13, 2021

Hear ye! Hear ye! Liberty Square Market has closed for a multi-week refurbishment at the Magic Kingdom… but turkey leg lovers don’t need to despair. The location, known primarily for serving snacks, has been covered with a gray scrim beneath its canopy. The scrim extends around the entire structure, with signage notifying of the closure. … Read more

REVIEW: The New “Wave Feast” is Almost Better Than the Breakfast Buffet at Disney's Contemporary Resort

January 13, 2021

Among the many changes the COVID-19 pandemic has brought to Walt Disney World has been the suspension of the buffets across property, with several reopening as family-style dining. But thankfully, The Wave… of American Flavors at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, has found a way to bring back favorites from its breakfast buffet in a new entrée, … Read more

REVIEW: Fall in Love With This Valentine's Day Hot Cinnamon Cupcake at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort

January 12, 2021

The holiday decorations are coming down as we enter a new year… that can only mean it’s time to get ready for Valentine’s Day! Thankfully, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is already celebrating with a brand new cupcake! The Valentine’s Day Red Hot Cinnamon Cupcake is made with cinnamon sponge cake filed with red hot cinnamon … Read more

Liberty Square Market at the Magic Kingdom Closing for Refurbishment January 11

January 9, 2021

Liberty Square Market, a quick service location at the Magic Kingdom, will close for refurbishment on January 11. The refurbishment is expected to last three weeks. The My Disney Experience app informs guests of the upcoming closure. Beginning January 11, 2021, Liberty Square Market will be closed for refurbishment. This offering is expected reopen in … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Spicy & Loaded Fries, Chicken Donut Sandwich, Grilled Cheese, Cinnamon Bun Cold Brew, and Maple Double Bacon Donut & Rum Cold Brew Leaves Us “Glazed and Confused” at Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew in Disney Springs

January 6, 2021

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Greetings once again from Disney Springs! Earlier this morning, we sampled some of the donuts and drinks at Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew, which opened today, and we’re back for lunch to try even more! That’s right, this place doesn’t just do sweet, there’s savory options as well. Sandwiches and fries were the focus this … Read more

REVIEW: New Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew Delights at Disney Springs with Oreo Supreme, Ube, and Mounds Coconut Donuts, Donut Sandwiches, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch & Reese’s Peanut Butter Coffees

January 6, 2021January 6, 2021

Donut-mania has arrived at Disney Springs! Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew has officially opened on the West Side, bringing a variety of sweet treats, sandwiches, and specialty beverages. Let’s take a full tour! (Note: While this review covers most of the sweet, coffee-and-pastry breakfast selections, don’t miss out on our review of Everglazed’s savory sandwiches … Read more

PHOTOS: Garden Grill Restaurant Not Currently Turning at EPCOT

January 4, 2021

Front view of Garden Grill Restaurant entrance with a large, colorful sign and a staff member standing in front, while a few guests wait near the entrance.

Garden Grill Restaurant at EPCOT is famous for slowly turning and showing off different scenery while you eat. However, this special dining experience has become stationary as the turning mechanism in the restaurant is not currently working. Cast Members are telling guests that Chip and Dale messed up the motors. Chip and Dale are two … Read more

PHOTOS: Kakamora Float Returns to Aloha Isle Refreshments for the New Year at Magic Kingdom

January 1, 2021

It’s a 2021 miracle! The beloved Kakamora Float has returned to Aloha Isle Refreshments at Magic Kingdom. This float was first introduced for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in 2019 and then returned for a short time in August 2020. We’re glad it’s become a recurring item at Aloha Isle. The Kakamora Float is coconut … Read more

Raglan Road to Livestream "The Irish Show" on New Year's Eve from Disney Springs

December 31, 2020

New Year’s Eve is nearly here, and Raglan Road is getting ready to send 2020 off with a different kind of Irish goodbye! The restaurant and performance space will host a live-stream of “The Irish Show” from Disney Springs on New Year’s Eve beginning at 8:45 PM and ending at 9 PM Eastern. The show … Read more

PHOTOS: New Year's Eve Sparkling Wine & Chocolate Truffles Package Now Available at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

December 31, 2020

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Walt Disney World Resort hotels are offering guests a special package for ringing in the new year. This package, available at most quick-service hotel locations, includes sparkling wine and chocolate truffles. Guests at Disney’s Pop Century Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Resorts will get a bottle of Ruffino Prosecco D.O.C., while guests at the … Read more

REVIEW: New Year's Eve Raspberry Rosé Dole Whip Float at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

December 31, 2020

If you’re looking for some sparkling wine for New Year’s Eve, why not consider having it in Dole Whip form? This very special (and boozy) New Year’s Eve Raspberry Dole Whip is available today only at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. New Year’s Eve Raspberry Dole Whip Float – $15 With Rosa Regale Sparkling Wine, Topped … Read more

REVIEW: New Year's Eve Strawberry Champagne Cupcake at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort is Worth a Toast

December 31, 2020

Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has the perfect New Year’s Eve cupcake to top off your midnight celebrations. Keep reading for our review of this limited edition snack. New Year’s Eve Cupcake – $5.99 This chocolate cupcake is topped with edible gold and silver glitter, which remind us of New Year’s confetti. The … Read more

PHOTOS: 1900 Park Fare Being Used as Overflow Seating for Grand Floridian Cafe at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

December 26, 2020December 26, 2020

Though 1900 Park Fare remains closed at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, guests may still be able to dine inside. It is now being used as overflow seating for the Grand Floridian Cafe, which is open. Grand Floridian Cafe is operating the same as other open Walt Disney World restaurants, with strict social distancing … Read more

Disney Shares Recipes for Spaceship Earth Sugar Cookies, Grand Floridian Gingerbread Cookies, Cookie Fries and More

December 24, 2020

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With Christmas in the air, it’s the perfect time to expand your baking skills! Thankfully, Disney Parks Blog has you covered with a selection of cookie recipes from around Walt Disney World, with a stop at Shanghai Disneyland! With Christmas Day just hours away, we’re spreading more holly-jolly holiday cheer with some favorite Disney cookie … Read more

REVIEW: Celebrate Christmas with the Frosted Gingerbread Cupcake From Disney's BoardWalk Inn

December 24, 2020

The latest holiday cupcake now available at Walt Disney World is a gingerbread cupcake at BoardWalk Bakery. BoardWalk Bakery also has a gingerbread martini and a few other holiday treats if you’re looking for seconds. Though the gingerbread cupcake is not listed on the displayed holiday menu, we were still able to order it. Gingerbread … Read more