food IS a theme park
A long-closed Disneyland restaurant is finally reopening!
Napa Rose
We recently stopped by Napa Rose at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel to see what had changed about the restaurant, and now we’re bringing you our FULL review. Is it worth a stop on your next trip to the Happiest Place on Earth? Find out here!
It’s finally time! While EPCOT’s International Food and Wine Festival started back in late August, now it’s time to experience the SECOND Food & Wine event in Disney World.
Food and Wine Classic
The Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic takes place at the hotel each year, and similar to EPCOT’s festivals, you can find multiple different booths with tons of different food and drink offerings in smaller portions to try. This year’s event takes place on Friday, November 14th, and Saturday, November 15th, 2025, from 5-9 PM, and we just got to try a TON of the options at this year’s event to tell you what should be at the top of your list!
A NEW restaurant is opening in Disney World in just a few short days! Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina is coming to the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort on July 26th, 2025.
©Walt Disney World Dolphin
Bourbon Steak will offer a reimagined modern take on the quintessential American steakhouse. We were lucky enough to get a sneak peek at this new restaurant before it officially opens to the public, and we’re bringing you our FULL thoughts!
Something BIG is happening in Disneyland.
Main Street U.S.A!
The resort is celebrating its 70th birthday, and Disney is throwing a massive party to celebrate. The Disneyland 70th Anniversary Celebration begins on May 16th and lasts through summer 2026, and will bring a lot of NEW things to both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, including new ride details, a Walt Disney animatronic, the return of the Paint the Night parade, and more! However, there will also be a TON of special merchandise available, and we’ve got your first look at everything you’ll be able to buy!
Disney World is full of unique experiences you can’t find anywhere else — that’s what keeps us coming back time and time again (okay, that and the corn dog nuggets).
Four Seasons Orlando
But, some of the BEST experiences at Disney World can’t be found in the parks at all, but instead at the hotels! Whether you’re looking for a fireworks cruise or a fancy meal, chances are you can find it. And, if it’s Afternoon Tea you’re after, you’re going to want to visit the Four Seasons Orlando!
Dining at Disney World can be overwhelming because you’ve got a TON of options. Want something quick and easy? You’ve got it. Something middle of the road and comforting? Yep, that too. And if you’re looking for something upscale and luxurious, you can find that as well.
Italy Pavilion in EPCOT
We recently stopped by the Italy Pavilion at EPCOT to check out some new menu items available at a few different spots there, and now we’re bringing you our FULL review. Is it worth a stop on your next trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth? Find out here!
Universal Orlando‘s newest hotel, Universal Helios Grand Hotel, is officially open!
Universal Helios Grand Hotel
Helios Grand Hotel opened early, on April 16th, while Epic Universe is set to open May 22nd. We got a first look at this “Mediterranean-inspired” hotel, including the highly anticipated Kids’ Suites! Come along with us for a FULL room tour!!
Universal Orlando is about to be even more epic!
Universal Helios Grand Hotel
On May 22nd, both Epic Universe and Universal Grand Helios Hotel are set to open! Grand Helios, Stella Nova, and Terra Luna are three of the new resorts built specifically for the Epic Universe expansion. Today, we got an exclusive sneak preview at two of the hotel rooms available to book at Helios Grand Hotel, and we are taking you along for a tour! Let’s go!
Magic Kingdom is going through some serious changes right now!
Cinderella Castle
There are TWO new lounges currently being built in the park — one is a DVC Lounge in Frontierland and the other is the highly-anticipated Pirates Tavern in Adventureland. Disney hasn’t shared a ton about the Frontierland lounge, McKim’s Mile House, but we’ve been keeping an eye on the construction. And, all that waiting has paid off because McKim’s Mile House opens at Magic Kingdom today!
We’re in the middle of March and there is a LOT going on in Disney World right now.
Raglan RoadThg
The EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival has officially kicked off. Easter festivities — AND SNACKS — will soon be available (and yes, we are ready to try ALL of them). The Easter Egg displays will also be returning to hotels soon. But we also can’t forget about St. Patrick’s Day on March 17th. Now, there will be a slew of snacks to celebrate, but the BEST way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Disney World is by visiting Disney World’s AUTHENTIC Irish restaurant, Raglan Road, which hosts the Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival. We got a preview of this year’s festival, so let’s put on our favorite shade of green and GO!
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