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Ring in the New Year at Walt Disney World Resort

If you're making plans to celebrate New Year's Eve at Walt Disney World there are several party options for adults and families. Disney's Contemporary Resort, the Atlantic Dance Hall, Flying Fish, and Mickey's Backyard BBQ are just a few spots where you can ring in 2018.

Three New Restaurants Announced for The Edison Complex at Disney Springs

Three new restaurants, each with a focus on Italian food and beverages, have been announced for Disney Springs. The restaurants will be adjacent to The Edison complex, and all are slated to open sometime this winter.

Disney Food News Round-up: Dates Extended for Highway in the Sky Dine Around, Mickey’s Backyard BBQ New Year’s Eve News, and More

Happy Friday! We're back with another Disney news round-up and this one is all about food! We have details on the Highway in the Sky Dine Around, New Year's Eve celebrations at Mickey's Backyard BBQ, and much more!

Grand Avenue and BaseLine Tap House Opening this Fall at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

A new area, Grand Avenue, is opening this fall at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The area is located in what remains of the Streets of America and is meant to "capture the spirit of present-day Downtown Los Angeles." Grand Avenue will feature vintage office buildings and warehouses that represent the vibrant cultures of the city.

Terralina Crafted Italian Opening this Fall at Disney Springs

Terralina Crafted Italian is set to open this fall in Disney Springs in the former location of Portobello Country Italian Trattoria. The new restaurant will be helmed by James Beard Award-winning Chef Tony Mantuano, who also headed the kitchen at Portobello.

Disney News Round-up: Captain’s Grille Retheming, New Year’s Eve at Disney’s Contemporary, and More

Welcome to today's Disney news round-up! We have a ton of Disney food news to share, including news about the refurbishment of the Captain's Grille at Disney's Yacht Club Resort, three New Year's Eve celebrations at Disney's Contemporary Resort, and much more. Let's dig in!

NEWS: Disney Dining Plan Updates Announced for 2018 and Alcoholic Drinks are Now Included

We have big news today! The 2018 Disney Dining Plan updates were announced this morning and for the first time ever the Dining Plan includes specialty beverages and alcoholic beverages (for guests 21 and older of course).

Disney News Round-up: Menu Changes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney Food News, and More

Happy Friday! We're back with another Disney news round-up just for you! Today we're talking about new menu changes at Disney's Animal Kingdom, additional Disney food news, and some info about Narcoossee's. Let's check it out.

Food Truck Rally Coming to Disney Springs June 2 and 3

If you're going to be in Disney Springs on June 2 and 3 you'll have a chance to check out the Springs Streets Eats Food Truck Rally. This celebration of food trucks will take place in the West Side Neighborhood near Cirque du Soleil.

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Pretty self-explanatory, eh? This column highlights all things edible in Disney World parks and resorts.

No matter what else you plan to do in Disney World, one activity on almost everyone's list is eating! Explore Disney World's hundreds of eateries; snacks that have gained cult status with Disney fans; and delicious cocktails, beers, and wines here in our Dining in Disney column.

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Fabulous Spots To Snack in Epcot

Walt Disney World's Epcot Theme Park is know far and wide for its stellar food and beverage choices. With dozens of snacking and dining locations that represent a board variety of world flavors one could easily make the argument that this Park runs on food. Whenever my family heads to Epcot, we don't often make reservations, instead we celebrate a tradition of simply snacking our way through the Park. Everyone has their own favorite stops, but I thought I would share my three favorites with you.

Take a Gelato Break at Epcot's Via Napoli

If you're looking for a spot at Epcot to sit down for a relaxed afternoon break and escape the mid-day sun, look no further than Via Napoli in the Italy Pavilion. Not only is this eatery my favorite spot for Pizza at Walt Disney World, but it's home to the delectable Gelato and Italian Soda Float called Gelato Frizzante. I know, I know, it's table service - you think you need a reservation. Honestly, there is nothing wrong at all with just dropping in on any Disney table service restaurant to see if you can get in for a quick bite.

Choose How You'll Use The Force With Star Wars Cocktails At Disney's Hollywood Studios

It seems almost weekly that news comes out about the incredible sights that are appearing at Star Wars Weekends this year, and now that the first weekend is in the bag our friend's The Disney Food Blog may have the most important information for us adults. Appearing at mini-bars throughout Hollywood Studios is the new; Choose Your Side specialty beverages. These temporary kiosks appear all over Hollywood Studios, near some of the many popular eateries in the park.

Grab a Quick Bite to Eat at the Liberty Inn at Epcot’s American Adventure Pavilion

If you're looking for all-American food when you're touring Epcot (it happens, we understand), look no further than the Liberty Inn Publick Dining Room in the American Adventure pavilion.

This often-overlooked quick service location is a great spot for families with "picky eaters" or when you find yourself in need of a quick bite halfway around World Showcase.

Flame Tree Barbeque at Disney's Animal Kingdom

If you're looking for a table service quality meal at a quick serve pace in Disney's Animal Kingdom be sure to stop by the Flame Tree Barbeque for a delicious meal. This popular dining location is located just across from the entrance to Dinoland is serving up some All-American favorites with several open air seating areas setting that offer fun decor and beautiful views.

The 2014 DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks e-Book Is Out Now

Just out from the Disney Food Blog is a brand new 2014 Edition of The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks e-Book! More than 110 pages of everything you could possibly want to know about snacking your way around Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom! This DFB Mini-Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks is available for your fun and foodie pleasure.

Raglan Road Takes Orlando Magazine's 2014 Best Restaurant Award

The results are out for Orlando Magazine's 2014 Dining Awards and some of our favorite Disney restaurants put in a strong showing amongst the honored. The publications readers were surveyed in 61 different dining categories with the top three in each group being published as winners.

Mickey's Kitchen Sink Sundae In Two Disney World Locations

It's long been a fan favorite excursion to grab their group and head on over to Beaches & Cream at Disney's Beach Club Resort to try and conquer the gigantic Kitchen Sink Sundae, but now there are a couple fun new ice cream sundaes at Walt Disney World that have the internet buzzing!

Disney’s Polynesian Resort: Captain Cook’s Gets A Temporary Location During Construction

Disney's Polynesian Resort has entered a major phase of construction, with additions and renovations happening across the property to prepare for the new Disney Vacation Club Villas that will be available. The very popular Captain Cook's quick service restaurant has been relocated to a temporary location in order to keep serving guests during the construction.

Downtown Disney's Earl of Sandwich Serves Up Deliciousness

Even after traveling to Florida year after year, there's one counter service restaurant at Walt Disney World that my family just can not get enough of, it's the Earl of Sandwich in Downtown Disney. We're not alone in the love either, because this fan favorite gets rave reviews from just about everyone it serves.