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Fourth of July Sweets & Snacks for Walt Disney World and Disneyland Announced, Including Red, White, and Blue Mozzarella Dog

June 27, 2023 Jonathan D

The Fourth of July is just around the corner and Disney culinary teams are concocting America-inspired fare at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. If you’re looking for sweet or savory selections to satisfy your taste buds, you can indulge in new items like the Fourth of July Shake from Sunshine Seasons and the Red, White & Blue Sundae … Read more

REVIEW: Wookiee Cookie & Darth Vader Cupcake Return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for May the 4th

May 4, 2023 Shannen Michaelsen

The Wookiee Cookie and Darth Vader Cupcake have returned to Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for May the 4th. Both treats will be available through May 31. The BB-8 sipper is also available with a fountain beverage for $14.69 at Backlot Express. Wookiee Cookie – $6.29 Two oatmeal cookies with vanilla cream filling garnished … Read more

Disney Stock Dives to Multi-Year Low, Walt Disney World Closures and Phased Reopenings Due to Hurricane Nicole, & More: Daily Recap (11/9/22)

November 9, 2022 Madison Skowronski

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, November 9, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

REVIEW: Graveyard Cupcake Returns to Walt Disney World for Halloween 2022

October 2, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

The Graveyard Cupcake has returned to Walt Disney World for the 2022 Halloween season. This cupcake is available at Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios through October 31. Graveyard Cupcake – $5.99 Fudge-filled Chocolate cupcake topped with cookies and cream buttercream, chocolate cookie tombstone, white chocolate bone, and Halloween sprinkles This is a cute cupcake, … Read more

Florida Gov. Fires Back at Disney Over ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill, ‘Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue’ Returning June 23, Walt Disney World Railroad Tunnel Takes Shape, and More: Daily Recap (3/29/22)

March 29, 2022 Spencer Lloyd

We bring you a lot of stories every single day, and sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we’ve rounded up all our stories in one place to get today’s news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, March 29, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

REVIEW: New Flavorless Southwest Salad, Teriyaki Chicken Bowl, and BBQ Pulled Pork Burger Debut at Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

March 29, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios has some new menu items: a southwest salad (with or without chicken), teriyaki chicken bowl, and smoked BBQ pulled pork burger. We picked up all three for lunch. Read our reviews below. Southwest Salad with Chicken – $11.29 Romaine mixed with Roasted Corn Relish and Diced Tomatoes topped with Pickled … Read more

New Spring Dishes and Treats Announced for Walt Disney World Resort

March 15, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Walt Disney World has announced several new treats and dishes coming to restaurants throughout the resort. Menu updates are coming to Backlot Express at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Starting March 29, the menu is getting a revamp with delicious dishes including a Cuban Sandwich, Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork Burger, Teriyaki Tofu Bowl, and Chicken Southwest Salad. The Wookie Cookie is also back and not one … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom & Disney’s Hollywood Studios 3/12/21 (Second 50th Anniversary Decor Piece Arrives, New “Secret Sauce” at Spring Roll Cart, New Paint Can Cake Dessert, and More)

March 13, 2021 Noelle Burk

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Hello from a picture-perfect day here at Walt Disney World. We started our day at the Magic Kingdom to see what new things we could find for you. Let’s get started! Starting out the day with a bang, we found a second piece of 50th Anniversary decor adorning Cinderella Castle. For more pictures and information, … Read more

REVIEW: New Paint Can Confetti Cake from Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

March 12, 2021 Jessica

A brand new dessert is available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This adorable paint can cake is the perfect addition to the warehouse, but make sure you eat it before it gets mistaken for a piece of the film set! Paint Can Cake — $6.99 Rainbow Sprinkle Confetti Cake layered with Vanilla Buttercream, a Mango-Chocolate drip, … Read more

PHOTOS: Indiana Jones Truck Removed Outside Backlot Express at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

January 13, 2021 Matthew Soberman

Sadly, this is one mystery even the great Dr. Jones can’t solve. The Indiana Jones truck near the entrance to Backlot Express has been removed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The truck had been the centerpiece of a small merchandise stand near the entrance of the “Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!” With the show closed until … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Milk Chocolate Chai Christmas Tree Mousse Debuts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

November 15, 2020 Shannen Michaelsen

Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree… We’re singing Christmas carols all day at Walt Disney World now that they’ve released all of their holiday treats. Today we picked up the Holiday Tree Mousse from Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Holiday Tree Mousse – $5.49 Milk Chocolate Chai Mousse on an Almond Financier Cake and … Read more

REVIEW: Red Velvet Holiday Whoopie Pie Offers a Sweet Twist at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

November 11, 2020November 6, 2020 Alicia

We’re getting festive and cheery over in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, as many special holiday-themed treats have been added to the theme park today. One such treat is the Red Velvet Holiday Whoopie Pie, so let’s dig right in! Holiday Whoopie Pie – $4.99 Red velvet whoopie pie filled with a classic cream cheese filling A … Read more

REVIEW: Boozy Frozen Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate (with a Mickey Jingle Bell Glow Cube) at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

November 6, 2020 Jessica Figueroa

Hooray for Hollywood—and the start of the holiday season! Today, it’s all things Christmas across all four Walt Disney World theme parks, and amongst the new offerings are specialty snacks, beckoning to be tasted. We’re stopping by multiple locations at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to try them all, including the Frozen Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate, which … Read more

WDWNT Recap: Massive Cast Member Layoffs, Construction Updates, New Treats, California Chaos, Tokyo Disneyland POV Videos, and More

October 4, 2020 Mike Baker

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from September 28 to October 4, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Take a tour around the park … Read more

Ronto Roasters and PizzeRizzo Cut Operating Hours, Backlot Express Extends Hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

October 3, 2020 Shannen Michaelsen

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Ronto Roasters in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has significantly cut down its operating hours. PizzeRizzo has also cut hours, while Backlot Express has extended them. Ronto Roasters has been open 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM daily, but will start closing at 3:00 PM starting tomorrow, October 4th. PizzeRizzo was previously open … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Box of Bones Chocolate Eclair Debuts for Halloween at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

September 8, 2020 Shannen Michaelsen

No need to be afraid of spooky, scary skeletons this season. Just get the new Box of Bones Chocolate Éclair at Disney’s Hollywood Studios instead. This chocolate éclair is covered with dark chocolate mousse and has white chocolate bones sticking out of the sides, like a skeleton discovered in an archaeological dig. The chocolate shell … Read more