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What’s New Around Walt Disney World: March 29th, 2017


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HAPPY SPRING, everybody!

Spring Mickey

Spring Mickey Bunny

Another winter is behind us and the warmth and blooms of spring are here at last. So we hope you’ll take a little Spring Break with us…

Spring Caramel Apple

Spring Caramel Apple

Mickey Wants Those Peeps!

Mickey Wants Those Peeps!

Easter Eggs

Easter Eggs

Character Egg Cake Pops

Character Egg Cake Pops

Character Egg Cake Pops

Character Egg Cake Pops

Easter Bunny Caramel Apple

Easter Bunny Caramel Apple

… to check out What’s New Around Walt Disney World, starting with these fun new hot drink cups! While we weren’t sure about the understated design on the new cups and plates in Disney Parks, I do like these particular quotes being front and center.

New Hot Drink cups at Disney Parks

New Hot Drink cups at Disney Parks

New Hot Drink cups at Disney Parks

New Hot Drink cups at Disney Parks

But let’s see what else is going on…

Magic Kingdom

Have you seen the new Beauty and the Beast Light-Up Rose Tumbler yet?!?

Enchanted Rose Cup

Enchanted Rose Cup

If you’re positively itching to get your hands on one of these — ahem — beauties

Enchanted Rose Cup

Enchanted Rose Cup

… you’ll need to snag an Advance Dining Reservation at Be Our Guest Restaurant to get one. What’s that, you say? You can’t make it there this month? Well, then! Be sure to enter our DFB Giveaway for one of these hard-to-snag tumblers HERE!

But the Beauty and the Beast-themed fun doesn’t end there… not by a long shot! You can find the Enchanted Rose Cake Pop in Disneyland AND Disney World.

Enchanted Rose Cake Pop

Enchanted Rose Cake Pop

Even Twinings Tea can’t resist the Beast!

Beauty and the Beast-themed Teas

Beauty and the Beast-themed Teas

Next, let’s blast off to Tomorrowland to find the brand new Joffrey’s Revive Coffee Kiosk!

Joffrey's Revive

Joffrey’s Revive

Though the Magic Kingdom is the last Disney World park to add a Joffrey’s Kiosk, it’s the first – and ONLY – one to carry the exclusive Mission to S’mores Latte.

Mission to S'mores Latte

Mission to S’mores Latte

You can also find the current selection of Seasonal Beverages available at Joffrey’s Coffee Kiosks all over Disney World, which include the Dreamscicle Iced Latte, Island Swizzle Iced Tea, and the Dulce de Leche Iced Latte.

Joffrey's Current Menu

Joffrey’s Current Menu

Read all about the new kiosk AND new specialty beverage here!

Did you hear the HUGE NEWS from Liberty Tree Tavern?!

Liberty Tree Tavern in Magic Kingdom

Liberty Tree Tavern in Magic Kingdom

Recent changes to the menu include the return of Pot Roast and Fish and Chips to the lunch menu.

Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch Menu

Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch Menu

AND the Bill of Fare featuring the Patriot’s Platter is now served with Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake for dessert at both lunch AND dinner!

Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch Menu

Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch Menu

Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake at Liberty Tree Tavern -- One of My Favorites!

Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake at Liberty Tree Tavern — One of My Favorites!

Staying in Liberty Square, Columbia Harbour House has always been a spot where you can find some better-for-your-fare in the Counter Service realm.

Columbia Harbour House

Columbia Harbour House

For instance, Steamed Broccoli has been a side option for years. But now that is changing to the Fresh Vegetable of the Day, so keep your eyes out for the signs at the register to find out what’s available for your visit.

Columbia Harbour House Daily Selections

Columbia Harbour House Daily Selections

You’ve still got a few days left to try the Specialty Hot Dog for March at Casey’s Corner!

Casey's Corner

Casey’s Corner

It’s topped with corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss Cheese, and wholegrain mustard sauce.

March Featured Hot Dog

March Featured Hot Dog

©Disney

©Disney

Not only are the Featured Specialty Hot Dogs rotating at Casey’s Corner – a change to the regular menu has taken place as well.

Casey's Corner Regular Menu

Casey’s Corner Regular Menu

The Macaroni and Cheese Dog has replaced the Barbecue Slaw Dog.

Speaking of Casey’s, this location is no longer opening for breakfast and no longer serving specialty breakfast items. Plaza Ice Cream Parlor still is, though, so get your Donut Sundae there!

Plaza Ice Cream Parlor Donut Sundae

Plaza Ice Cream Parlor Donut Sundae

And don’t forget, Sleepy Hollow Refreshments has the Breakfast Waffle (with ham, tomato, and cheese) available until through noon.

Sleepy Hollow Featured Items Menu

Sleepy Hollow Featured Items Menu

Remember the Adventureland Egg Roll Wagon?

Adventureland Wagon

Adventureland Wagon

Well, it’s now the Adventureland Churro Cart.

Churro Menu

Churro Menu

Sigh. I already miss my Cheeseburger Spring Rolls.

Hollywood Studios

Magic Kingdom isn’t the only park that’s excited about the live action version of Beauty and the Beast, which just hit the theaters! (Have you seen it yet?)

Beauty and the Beast Cupcake

Beauty and the Beast Cupcake

Here’s a look at the Chocolate Raspberry Beauty and the Beast Cupcake located at Counter Service locations all over Hollywood Studios like The Trolley Car Café.

Beauty and the Beast Cupcake

Beauty and the Beast Cupcake

Sweet Spells is currently carrying this Minnie Mouse Egg-shaped Cake Pop.

Minnie Mouse Egg Cake Pop

Minnie Mouse Egg Cake Pop

Minnie also looks great – along with her girl Daisy and the rest of the gang — donning her Spring garb at Minnie’s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood and Vine.

©Disney

©Disney

The current seasonal cocktail at Anaheim Produce is a Mango Colada made with Cruzan Mango Rum.

Anaheim Produce

Anaheim Produce

Anaheim Produce Specialty Drinks

Anaheim Produce Specialty Drinks

The pop-up bars in the park have a couple of new offerings, too, with Hollywood Lights and the Sunset Sunrise.

Pop-Up Bar Menu

Pop-Up Bar Menu

BUT! What that sign doesn’t tell you is that the “souvenir glow cube” mentioned in the descriptions is NOT the typical ice-shaped glow cube. Nope. Stay tuned to DFB later today to see what it is!!

Some of the Joffrey’s Specialty Alcohol Beverages from the Epcot Food and Wine Festival, like the Kahlua Tini and Tiki Torch are showing up at the Studios (and likely other Joffrey’s kiosks, too).

Joffrey's Kiosk Menu in Hollywood Studios

Joffrey’s Kiosk Menu in Hollywood Studios

Kahlua-tini Iced Coffee

Kahlua-tini Iced Coffee

Tiki Torch

Tiki Torch

But with the new, comes the exit of something old…

Muppet Courtyard

Muppet Courtyard

It will probably be some time before I get used to NOT seeing the Kermit balloon hovering over Muppet Courtyard.

Animal Kingdom

If there’s one thing we’ve all learned at Animal Kingdom, it’s that “It’s Tough to Be A Bug.” And now you can find out if it’s also tough to EAT a bug, thanks to the arrival of Chirps Chips at Terra Treats!

Chirps Chips

Chirps Chips

They’re made with Cricket Flour to the tune of “1 Cricket Per Chip.” Get your 20 grams of protein, y’all!!

Chirps Chips

Chirps Chips

Aside from, you know, all the BUGS ;) , even some of the Cake Pops at Creature Comforts (Animal Kingdom’s Starbucks location) are getting in on the springtime fun!

Spring Cake Pops

Spring Cake Pops

The dessert option on the Small Plates menu at Nomad Lounge is now Churros with Vanilla Crema and Chili-Strawberry instead of the previous “Taste of Tiffins.”

Nomad Lounge Small Plates Menu

Nomad Lounge Small Plates Menu

You may be able to find these rad Dole Whip Socks in other merchandise locations around Disney World, but we first spotted them at Animal Kingdom’s Discovery Trading Company.

Dole Whip Socks

Dole Whip Socks

Remember last month when we took a peek at the new Baked Mac and Cheese Menu at Eight Spoon Café?

Eight Spoon Café Menu

Eight Spoon Café Menu

Well, we’ve since returned to Animal Kingdom where the Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Pulled Pork and the Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Shrimp and Sweet Chili Sauce were ready for their close-ups.

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Baked Macaroni and Cheese Dishes

Read our review on these tasty dishes here!

Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Pulled Pork

Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Pulled Pork

Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Shrimp and Sweet Chili Sauce

Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Shrimp and Sweet Chili Sauce

You’ll find a Rivers of Light Cupcake at Creature Comforts. Even the icing Lotus Flower in honor of the show is reminiscent of Spring’s blooms!

Rivers of Light Cupcake

Rivers of Light Cupcake

While we’re talking about Spring’s blooms…

Epcot

The 2017 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is still going strong!

Fresh Epcot

Fresh Epcot

Epcot during the Flower and Garden Festival

Epcot during the Flower and Garden Festival

Bauernmarkt Booth

Bauernmarkt Booth

Warm Cheese Strudel with Mixed Berries

Warm Cheese Strudel with Mixed Berries

And Sunshine Seasons is really getting into the spirit with some SUPER fun Festival-themed Cupcakes!

Sunshine Seasons sign

Sunshine Seasons sign

The Caterpillar Cupcake is vanilla cake with a cookie dough center, topped with buttercream icing and a mini sugar cookie and M&Ms making up the cute caterpillar.

Caterpillar Cupcake

Caterpillar Cupcake

The Butterfly Cupcake is a chocolate brownie base with salted caramel.

Butterfly Cupcake

Butterfly Cupcake

Which is your favorite topiary at the Festival? I’m quite partial to the gorgeous Bromeliad Dragon in the China Pavilion.

Bromeliad Dragon Topiary

Bromeliad Dragon Topiary

And, of course, the new Belle topiary in the Beauty and the Beast display is a stunner.

Beauty and the Beast Topiary

Beauty and the Beast Topiary

But I also love spotting Peter Pan and Tinkerbell — you’ll find them both in the United Kingdom Pavilion this year.

Flower and Garden Festival Tinkerbell

Flower and Garden Festival Tinkerbell

That’s also where you’ll find the new Sunday Roast at the Rose & Crown Pub and Dining Room.

Rose and Crown

Rose and Crown

IF it’s Sunday when you visit, that is! The featured meat will change weekly, rotating between Roasted Pork, Turkey, or Lamb with mint sauce. Served up with potatoes, peas, carrots, and onion stuffing, it will also be accompanied by Yorkshire pudding and gravy.

Sunday Roast at the Rose and Crown Pub and Dining Room ©Disney

Sunday Roast at the Rose and Crown Pub and Dining Room ©Disney

Does just reading about that make anyone else hungry, or is that just me?

Disney Springs

So… what’s behind these doors?

The Polite Pig doors

The Polite Pig doors

Well, we already have some idea, but we’ll get the full picture when The Polite Pig opens in April! We’re really looking forward to what the owners of Orlando’s The Ravenous Pig have in store for their new Counter Service spot in the Town Center of Disney Springs.

Check out the new Cookie Cupcake at Sprinkles!

Cookie Cupcake -- Out of the Wrapper

Cookie Cupcake — Out of the Wrapper

No, seriously… please check it out and grab one if you can, because it’s currently in testing and we’d love to see this new flavor succeed!

The YeSake kiosk now offers grab-and-go Sushi for your day in Disney Springs with the new Sushi Sampler.

YeSake

YeSake

The Sampler comes with California Roll and Nigiri pieces.

@DisneySprings Twitter

@DisneySprings Twitter

A fellow Disney Springs kiosk, B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co., has added the Big Bad Dog (featuring spicy Korean flavors) and the Greek Dog to the menu.

B.B. Wolf's Sausage Co.

B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co.

@Disney Springs Twitter

@Disney Springs Twitter

@Disney Springs Twitter

@Disney Springs Twitter

Did you know that Splitsville Luxury Lanes is a great spot for gluten-free guests?

Splitsville Luxury Lanes

Splitsville Luxury Lanes

They’ve just added a new gluten-free item to their entrée choices with the Chicken Chopped Salad, complete with avocado and tossed in balsamic-parmesan dressing.

@DisneySprings Twitter

@DisneySprings Twitter

Resorts

All Star Sports

The Chicken Wings look like a fun addition to the menu for any sports fan at End Zone Food Court.

All Star Sports End Zone Food Court

End Zone Food Court

End Zone Food Court menu

End Zone Food Court menu

Also new to the entrée list is the Bacon Macaroni and Cheese with Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, and Muenster cheeses.

End Zone Food Court menu

End Zone Food Court menu

And don’t forget to check out the updated beer and hard cider selections, along with some fun Spring-themed Cocktails like the Apple Mule, Strawberry Margarita and Coco-Jito!

Beer and Hard Cider

Beer and Hard Cider

Spring Cocktails

Spring Cocktails

All Star Music

A glance inside the Intermission Food Court Bakery Case will reveal some seriously amped up dessert options!

Intermission Food Court sign

Intermission Food Court sign

A selection of tarts include Apple, Key Lime, and Chocolate Peanut Butter (which looks slightly reminiscent of the Peanut Butter Pie at Contempo Café).

Apple Tart

Apple Tart

Key Lime Tart

Key Lime Tart

Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart

Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart

Chocolate Cake and Strawberry Cheesecake are tucked in there as well.

Chocolate Cake

Chocolate Cake

Strawberry Cheesecake

Strawberry Cheesecake

So are Cannoli and a Vanilla Rose Cupcake (though that last one may simply be a limited-time Beauty and the Beast tribute).

Cannolis

Cannolis

Vanilla Rose Cupcake

Vanilla Rose Cupcake

Fun additions to the entrees include Steak and Chicken Flatbreads on certain days, and you’ll even spy Fried Pickles as a fun new side on the rotating menus.

Flatbread sign

Flatbread sign

Fried Pickles listed under Sides

Fried Pickles listed under Additional Items

Pop Century

Who’s up for some ALL DAY BREAKFAST items at Everything Pop?

Everything Pop All Day Breakfast Items

Everything Pop All Day Breakfast Items

Art of Animation

Meanwhile, next door at Art of Animation, the Drop Off Pool Bar is now serving up the Captain’s Pineapple!

Captain's Pineapple sign

Captain’s Pineapple sign

Stay tuned to DFB today for a review!

Fort Wilderness Campgrounds

The Chuck Wagon Fresh Fixin’s Food Truck is parked at the Meadows Trading Post for your dining enjoyment at Fort Wilderness!

The Chuck Wagon

The Chuck Wagon

Take a full tour of this super fun old school RV here. And don’t forget to check out the eats, while you’re at it!

Smoked Beef Brisket Sandwich

Smoked Beef Brisket Sandwich

Roasted Portobello Vegetable Wrap

Roasted Portobello Vegetable Wrap

S'mores Kit and Marshmallow Bag

S’mores Kit and Marshmallow Bag

Grand Floridian

We had the chance to check out the recently refurbished Gasparilla Island Grill.

Gasparilla Island Grill

Gasparilla Island Grill

Though we learned a little about the updated fare upon its reopening, we think several of the new offerings – specifically among the desserts – are better in person. Options include the Coconut Pot de Crème, Chocolate Mousse Pie, and the totally photo-ready Minnie Mouse Cupcake.

Coconut Pot de Creme

Coconut Pot de Crème

Chocolate Mousse Pie

Chocolate Mousse Pie

Minnie Mouse Cupcake

Minnie Mouse Cupcake

You can even grab a specialty coffee to go with your dessert, or to kick-start your day.

Specialty Coffee Menu

Specialty Coffee Menu

Of course, plenty of savory entrees are also on the menu.

Sandwich Bar

Sandwich Bar

We’ll be showing you around the new Sandwich Bar with a review soon!

Contemporary Resort

The Grand Floridian isn’t the only Resort stop on the Monorail with some new desserts. Stop by Contempo Cafe in the Contemporary.

Contempo Cafe

Contempo Cafe

That’s where you’ll spot a Strawberry Tart and Chocolate Coffee Eclairs in the dessert case.

Strawberry Tart

Strawberry Tart

Chocolate Coffee Eclairs

Chocolate Coffee Eclairs

And the current Contempo Featured Cupcake is Strawberry.

Strawberry Cupcake

Strawberry Cupcake

And that about wraps it up for our latest trip Around the World! Here’s wishing you warm weather, sunny skies, and oodles of springtime fun…

Fantasia Scene at Flower and Garden Festival

Fantasia Scene at Flower and Garden Festival

Fantasia Scene at Flower and Garden Festival

Fantasia Scene at Flower and Garden Festival

Butterfly at Flower and Garden Festival

Butterfly at Flower and Garden Festival

Oh, and don’t forget to take a gander at another great Disney Dining Tips videos from us here at DFB! We’d love to have you subscribe to our channel!

… wherever you are! Until next time, Eat and Be Happy!

Have you spotted something new recently in a trip around the World? We’d love to hear about it with a comment!

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