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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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Enjoy Delicious Italian Fare in a Cozy Atmosphere at Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano

There's a hidden gem of a restaurant at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The place is Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano and if you love good food, really love good Italian food, and you haven't yet tried Mama Melrose's, you're missing out.

Disney Food Trucks Find Permanent Home in Downtown Disney’s Exposition Park

Guests visiting Downtown Disney won't have to search high and low for the four Disney food trucks anymore. The trucks are now located in their dedicated space, Exposition Park, in Downtown Disney's Westside.

The Exposition Park area is near Bongo's Cuban Cafe and Starbucks.

Left-over Snack Credits Are Great For Snacky Souvenirs

I love the Deluxe Disney Plan; however frequently on the last day of my Walt Disney World vacations I find myself standing in the hotel lobby wondering what to do with a handful of leftover snack credits. This dilemma has given way to one of my family's Disney traditions, the snack haul. Unwilling to let those extra credits go to waste I head to the hotel gift shop just before I have to hop on the Magical Express and spend them on delicious pre-packaged snacks for the folks back home.

Enjoy Great Lagoon Views and Good Food at La Hacienda de San Angel in Epcot

If you're looking for a good table service meal with a great view of the World Showcase Lagoon and the nightly IllumiNations show, you'll want to check out La Hacienda de San Angel in Epcot's Mexico Pavilion.

Mango Green Tea With Popping Bubbles At Food & Wine Festival's China Marketplace

Our friends over at the Disney Food Blog posted a drink this week that I am just dying to try out! The China Marketplace booth at the 2014 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is serving up "Mango Green Tea with Popping Bubbles." I'm so excited, because I absolutely love bubble tea.

Abundant Apples Fill Autumn Treats at Walt Disney World

One of the best parts of autumn is the abundance of apples fresh out of the orchards and onto your plates. Walt Disney World offers a wide variety of tempting treats that highlight the many fine qualities of apple-y goodness. From hard ciders by Angry Orchard on many bar menus to a broad variety of fresh apple filled pastries and candies delights; we've gathered together some of our favorite apple goodies to share with you!

Four New Savory Cocktails Debut At Animal Kingdom's Dawa Bar

This summer the crafty mixologists at Dawa Bar have been busy stirring up some delicious new savory cocktails. Four new creative spins on the traditional Bloody Mary have made there way to the early morning menu for guests to enjoy before setting out on safari. With a global range of flavors and some truly spectacular garnishment, each of these cocktails will set you back $9.50.

Dine Inside Mexico's Pyramid at San Angel Inn Restaurante

Inside the pyramid in Epcot's Mexico Pavilion you'll find a bustling courtyard held in perpetual twilight. The lantern lit square holds a bubbling fountain and artisan vendor carts selling trinkets from across Mexico. Tucked in the back of this courtyard, beneath a Mayan pyramid at the edge of the River of Time guests will find the San Angel Inn Restaurante.

Fun Cocktails For a Frozen Summer

Our friends over at the Disney Food Blog put together a fabulous post about all the delicious treats that you can find at Disney's Hollywood Studios to celebrate the Frozen Summer. Wintery blue delights and cool Olaf themed sweets are just a few of sips and snack you can read about in their post "Frozen" Food Comes to Disney's Hollywood Studios for the Summer!

Top 5 Pool Bars At Walt Disney World

When I take a rest day from the Walt Disney World Parks, I love to enjoy a nice cocktail while soaking up the sun next to a sparkling blue pool. The feature pools maintain a family atmosphere (no swim-up bars and vegas hot parties) while making Grown-ups comfortable amidst lushly detailed landscapes, beautifully themed pools, and superior Disney service. These five fantastic poolside bars are tops when it comes to a relaxing day in the sun, be sure to follow the links for full articles about each bar.