food IS a theme park
Red Trolley Stop #1 at the Entrance to Buena Vista Street
As we get ready to get back to shopping and dining INSIDE a California Disney park, we’re making sure you know exactly what to expect. Now, we’ve got some new information on dining protocol and reservations regarding Buena Vista Street dining.
Although most of Disneyland Resort remains closed, guests visiting Disneyland Resort will soon get to step back into Disney California Adventure for shopping and dining.
Disney California Adventure Park
California Adventure’s Buena Vista Street will reopen with a limited number of stores and restaurants available, including the Carthay Circle Lounge.
Downtown Disney has been open for a while, but the theme parks of Disneyland Resort may remain closed for longer than we expected.
Disney California Adventure
Today, Disneyland announced that Buena Vista Street INSIDE Disney California Adventure will open to the public for shopping and dining as an extension of Downtown Disney.
Disneyland might be in the Christmas swing with decorations and treats galore, but Disney California Adventure is already making its New Year’s Resolutions!
California Adventure Christmas Tree
And, this year’s resolution is to give a GREAT restaurant a lil bit of extra love with a few updates!
Just one bite…
Halloween Time
Or, one drink! It’s Halloween Time, you guys, and all the spooky merch, treats, and drinks are out in Disneyland. And, if you’re feeling as wicked as the Evil Queen with Halloween in swing, these glow cubes might just help to make you the “Fairest of Them All.”
at Disney California Adventure Park has always been a great place to kick back with a drink or an appetizer while waiting to dine at Carthay Circle Restaurant.
Carthay Circle Lounge
But, this spot just got even better!
Hey Guys! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re talking about the Hidden Gem Dining Spots at Disneyland!
Mint Julep
Disneyland is home to some really great food and today we’re sharing some of our favorite hidden gems! If you’re headed to Disneyland for the first time you might not know about some of the more “secret” spots to find great food. And even if you’re a regular visitor it’s always good to get a reminder of these out-of-the-way places! [Read more…]
We’re opening our Disney Food Blog Reader Mailbag for another great question from you today!
And wouldn’t you know it? Romance is in the air. Our reader would like to know:
What’s a good idea for a great date night dinner in Disneyland?
What a fun question! And we definitely have some good ideas for this one. But as we all know, budgets vary. Let’s look at several options:
Looking for an extra special evening? Napa Rose wins our vote for the best dining experience in all of Disneyland.
I Love the Napa Rose Outdoor Lounge Area
The award-winning restaurant, located in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, offers a warm, relaxed environment. But it’s the food that we absolutely love here.
Chef Andrew Sutton creates a market-inspired menu of seasonal favorites, focusing on the bounty that California offers. And you can pair your meal with their superb list of California wines to enhance each course.
For an extra special treat, reserve the Chef’s Counter, and enjoy watching the staff as they craft your dinner before your eyes.
Veal Filet with Apricot Chutney and Summer Vegetables Entree at the Chef’s Counter
Want a gourmet experience with a more relaxed vibe? Check out Steakhouse 55 Lounge in the Disneyland Hotel for delicious pub grub, inventive cocktails, and an atmosphere that is sheer Old Hollywood Glamour.
Dinner and a show? What could make for a better date?
If you’re looking for more than just dinner out, we love the World of Color Dinner Package at [Read more…]
Happy Friday!! Today we have more great photos to share, courtesy of Disney Food Blog Readers! We love to show off the talents of folks who post their gorgeous photos on Disney Food Blog Photo Extravaganza, our Flickr group!
I thought it would be fun to take a look at some of the awesome Martinis you can sample at Disney restaurants. So without further delay, let’s check out some delicious drinks that are perfect for the weekend!
Photographer: Imsoscared
Can’t decide between the Shelby Mayer, the Honey Darling, or the Dorma Nesmond Martinis at Hollywood Brown Derby? Then I’ve got great news — you don’t have to! With this cool Martini Flight, you can try all three — and maybe even share a little.
And now, you can also get the flight at the new Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge as well!
Martini Flight at Hollywood Brown Derby
Photographer: Natasha Joyan
Is it a cocktail or a dessert? Who cares! I say let’s call the Cherry Shaved Ice Martini at Yak and Yeti Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom a little bit of both.
Cherry Shaved Ice Martini at Yak and Yeti
Photographer: V No Privacy
Did someone say lemon?? Because I absolutely love the tart stuff! And this [Read more…]
Things are heating up in Orlando — in more ways than one!
The Banoffee Tart will be part of the NEW Scotland Booth at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival in 2013
We’re excited about all of the news coming out about our favorite time of the year: the Epcot Food and Wine Festival! This week we got to share a BUNCH of new menu items with you that have recently been uncovered.
Be sure to visit our 2013 Epcot Food and Wine Festival page for all of the updates; and join our DFB Newsletter for regular details about the event as well as other great Disney food and dining information.
We have some MORE fun Disney food news this week!
Of course, there’s more! Check out all the latest Disney Food News — even the stuff we don’t mention in posts on the blog! — on our Disney Food News Pin Board, including refrigerator removal from some Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Aulani guest rooms due to a defect.
If you find a fun new food — or other edible awesomeness — in or from Disney, share a photo with us on facebook or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds each Sunday!
Facebook Friend Kim starts her morning with a Mickey Waffle at the Pepper Market in Coronado Springs Resort. Love it!
Mickey Waffle!
Reader Jeff tweeted a picture of the Blueberry Croissant Breakfast Pudding from Sunshine Seasons at Epcot. Looks delish!
Blueberry Croissant Breakfast Pudding.
We’re still celebrating the grand launch of our BRAND NEW DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks e-Book!
You can get the new Guide for $3 off the regular purchase price for a limited time — just use code SNACKS13 at the check-out!
With over 250 pages of delicious snacks, the DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks is the third — and long-awaited — book in our DFB Guide Snacks Series!
As always, you will enjoy an instantly downloadable PDF guide with comprehensive information and advice on well over 200 delicious snacks that you can savor at the Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios parks in the Walt Disney World resort.
Know what you’re getting BEFORE using a precious snack credit or spending limited vacation dollars. Whether you want sweet, salty, crunchy, healthy, or something in between, The DFB Mini-Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks e-Book tells you where to find a snack to match your craving!
Don’t forget, you can read the book right on your computer — or for easy access in the parks, put the guide on your smartphone or tablet!
Headed to Disney World and want the whole scoop on snacks? Bundle four of our most popular Disney Dining Guides and SAVE!
Pick up our DFB Guide and Snacks Bundle for over 40% off! This includes our critically acclaimed DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks, and DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks along with the brand new DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks. All editions have been updated for 2013!
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