AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey

Senior Editor for The DIS and DCL Fan | Disney Vacation Club Member | Thrilled to have been a '13/'14 planDisney Panelist | Lover of all things Disney; the Magic of Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and especially Disney Cruise Line | ºoº



Menus Revealed for 2025 Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Food and Wine Classic

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic returns for its 16th year in 2025 with bold new flavors and an all-new culinary lineup. Nearly every dish on the 2025 menu will make its event debut, and each evening, Friday, November 14th and Saturday, November 15th, will feature many different items, ensuring … Menus Revealed for 2025 Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Food and Wine Classic



Disneyland Shares the FIRST LOOK at Oogie Boogie Bash Merch

Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort is right around the corner, and Oogie Boogie Bash is once again set to light up Disney California Adventure on select nights from August 17 through October 31, 2025. Alongside the villainous entertainment, immersive treat trails, and rare character encounters, guests will find a new collection of event-exclusive merchandise that’s … Disneyland Shares the FIRST LOOK at Oogie Boogie Bash Merch



Minnie Van Airport Service Now Expanding to Deluxe Walt Disney World Resorts!

Beginning Wednesday, August 13th, Minnie Van airport service will be returning as another transportation option for guests staying at Deluxe Disney Resort hotels at Walt Disney World. Minnie Van airport transportation was once a popular service at Walt Disney World, offering guests a fun and convenient way to travel to and from Orlando International Airport … Minnie Van Airport Service Now Expanding to Deluxe Walt Disney World Resorts!



Meet H.E.R.B.I.E. From ‘The Fantastic Four’ for a Limited Time at Disneyland

Guests at Disneyland park can meet The Fantastic Four for a limited time, and joining the family for the first time is their beloved and iconic robot, H.E.R.B.I.E. I suppose you could say that Tomorrowland just got a little more fantastic, no? H.E.R.B.I.E., whose name stands for Humanoid Experimental Robot B-type Integrated Electronics, was designed … Meet H.E.R.B.I.E. From ‘The Fantastic Four’ for a Limited Time at Disneyland





New 2025 Halloween Snacks Coming to Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

There are so many new Halloween snacks coming to the Walt Disney World Resort in 2025 that it’s making our heads spin! You can take a peek at the Halloween menus for Disney Springs here, including the full list of dishes that are coming to Jock Lindsey’s Halloween Hangar Bar. Wandering through Disney Resorts is … New 2025 Halloween Snacks Coming to Walt Disney World Resort Hotels



Shocking Moment Lightning Strikes Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World

A Disney Food Blog reporter who was visiting the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World was standing in front of Cinderella Castle as lightning struck early Tuesday evening. In the video below, you can hear how loud the strike was as the reporter fumbled their phone when they were startled. Yikes! If you’ve ever visited … Shocking Moment Lightning Strikes Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World





Disney World Shares FIRST LOOK at The Beak and Barrel Menu, Opening Aug. 29

Walt Disney World just shared that the much-anticipated Pirate lounge - The Beak and Barrel  (click to see the full menu with prices!) – will begin welcoming guests in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom on August 29, 2025! Plus, we’ve got the first look at the menu!  Reservations will open on August 14th, so be ready with those fast … Disney World Shares FIRST LOOK at The Beak and Barrel Menu, Opening Aug. 29