Celebrity Chef Art Smith is bringing farm-to-fork cuisine to Disney Springs in the summer of 2016 with a new restaurant, Homecoming: Florida Kitchen and Southern Shine. Chef Smith was raised in Jasper, Florida so the restaurant's name is inspired by his heritage.
Guests traveling to the Walt Disney World Resort via Interstate 4 can now use the new ramp that takes them directly to Disney Springs. The ramp on westbound I-4 takes drives right into one of the new parking garages for the shopping, dining, and entertainment district.
If you aren't able to make to the 20th Epcot International Food and Wine Festival this year, just tune in to ABC's The Chew all this week. The cast of the popular cooking and talk show traveled to the Festival earlier this month and taped a week's worth of shows.
The Disney Collection by Vera Bradley has added two new patterns to the collection. The new colors debuted at a special release event this week at Cherry Tree Lane in the Marketplace Co-Op in Disney Springs.
Chocolate fans are going to love the newest addition coming to Disney Springs later this year. A new chocolate shop, The Ganachery, is scheduled to open at the shopping, dining, and entertainment district before the end of the year.
If you have plans to visit the Walt Disney World Resort this month there are several special merchandise events planned including artist showcases, signings, and even a Precious Moments release. Events are planned for several locations around Walt Disney World.
It's official. Downtown Disney is no more as the shopping, dining, and entertainment district is now Disney Springs. The name change became official on September 29. Construction continues at Disney Springs with more shops and restaurants planned before the project is completed in 2016.
As Downtown Disney continues its transformation to Disney Springs, another new restaurant is set to open next week. Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar, located at The Landing, is opening on September 22 just in time for the Epcot Food and Wine Festival crowds.
The holiday season at the Walt Disney World Resort will include the newly-named 'Holidays at Disney Springs.' As Downtown Disney's transformation to Disney Springs continues, guests will have a chance to experience favorite holiday events and even some new additions.
Morimoto Asia, the first pan-Asian restaurant from Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto, is set to open on September 30 at The Landing in Downtown Disney (soon-to-be Disney Springs). Reservations will be available via Open Table on September 16.
A couple of months ago I stopped in to Maria & Enzo's for a grand lunch with friends at Disney Springs. While I'm working on a full review I wanted to take a minute to talk a bit about the absolutely spectacular tiramisu because to be honest, I'm still dreaming about it.
It's always the season to be shopping at the Walt Disney World Resort! If you have a chocolate lover on your souvenir list, then be sure to head to The Ganachery Chocolate Shoppe in Disney Springs. Located in The Landing area of the massive shopping, dining, and entertainment complex The Ganachery will have sinfully delicious treats sure to tempt your tastebuds. Just grab hold of the adorable copper spoon door handles and walk on in.
Everyone has their favorite season at Walt Disney World, and the winter holidays bring a magical feeling all its own. Captivating seasonal decor, unique experiences, delicious treats and magical moments seem to wait around every corner of the property. Here are my 5 favorite things about Christmastime at Walt Disney World.
Membership Magic is just one of the things that makes the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) a popular choice amongst Disney guests who keep coming back year after year. An "ever-evolving array of enchanting experiences, savings and benefits" designed for DVC members to get the most from their vacations. Vacation Club Member wine lovers (and their guests) can rejoice, because currently there are several options to indulge in some special tasting experiences.
The average guest walks 8-10 miles a day in the heat and sun during a Walt Disney World vacation. That's a lot of miles, and it can be especially hard for people who don't include fitness routines into their daily lives. Not being prepared for the Walt Disney World mileage can put a serious damper of the fun of both kids and adults. This article is all about preparing to go the Disney distance, and make walking Walt Disney World a little easier on everyone in your travel party.
Walt Disney World Resort is a year round vacation destination with fanciful activities just waiting for your whenever you choose to visit. That being said, Fall is without a doubt one of my favorite times of year for a Disney getaway. There are just so many wonderful reasons to visit in fall, I thought I would share a few and let you know why I love fall at Walt Disney World!
September has brought with it a showcase of WonderFall Flavors at Disney Springs! September 7, 2018 kicks off a celebration of traditional autumn flavor delights all over Disney Springs. From harvest tacos and pumpkin desserts to hard ciders and autumn-inspired cocktail this is the place to find all the favorites of fall.
Disney-themed food novelties are some of the most popular souvenirs for Guests of Disney Parks. As we move into the fabulous fall festivities, we're hearing news of a whole new set of spooky novelty items for you to enjoy! You'll find these cute food filled takeaways at select points across the Walt Disney World property.
Are you looking for something special to do on Labor Day Weekend in Orlando? Head on over to Disney Springs and check out Raglan Road's Seventh Annual Great Irish Hooley Festival! The award winning Irish Pub will be serving up amazing food amongst a flurry of the best music and entertainment of the Emerald Isle.
The transformation at Disney Springs has created a new wave of amazing food to eat at Walt Disney World. The area has turned into a veritable mecca for foodies wanting to experience cuisine from some of the biggest names in the American culinary world. Just when you think they can't squeeze in one more celebrity chef restaurant into the mix, Chef Guy Fieri and restauranteur Robert Earl announce they're raising the roof off the coop!
