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Downtown Disney to become Disney Springs over the next three years

Downtown Disney as it is known today, along with the Downtown Disney name will be going away over the next three years. Disney Springs will fully spring to life in 2016, adding more shopping, dining and entertainment amid open-air promenades, meandering springs and waterfront charm.

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More of Springfield is coming to Universal Orlando – Restaurants inspired by ‘The Simpsons’ are being constructed

Universal Orlando hasn’t officially announced what’s being constructed around The Simpsons Ride and Kwik-E-Mart at Universal Studios Florida, but the markings on one of the buildings is unmistakable to fans of the television show. More of the fictional town of Springfield is coming to the area as Moe’s Tavern and most likely Krusty Burger and…

Theme Park Foodie: New Year’s resolutions for vacation dining

By Ashley Nichols Mid-January is that wonderful time of the year when people begin to reevaluate their New Year’s Resolutions and either commit to them, or scrap them all together. I know that you were probably thinking about your personal resolution (losing weight, saving money, quitting smoking, etc.) around New Year’s Day, but now that…

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Allergen-free options now available at Busch Gardens and SeaWorld

With as many as 15 million Americans suffering from a food allergy, SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment has introduced a new line of allergy-friendly dining initiatives from new menu options to personalized service. The new initiatives will be implemented at SeaWorld and Busch Gardens starting this fall. 

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A delicious look at the Florida Restaurant and Lodging trade show

  The annual Florida Restaurant Association trade show was in Orlando this weekend. Owners, managers, chefs and students from all over the state were here to try the latest food from suppliers, and to be inspired to prepare the best food in the world. Above is the dessert portion of the Loews Royal Pacific team…

Theme Park Foodie: Counting down my top 5 theme park restaurants

By Ashley Nichols For many, the words “theme park” brings thoughts of thrill rides, costumed characters, awe-inspiring shows and memorable moments. But thoughts of theme park food often include carnival-style favorites including burgers and fries, funnel cakes and snow cones. Dining is one of the most frequently overlooked details of a trip to Central Florida’s…

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Be Our Guest restaurant menu revealed – New Fantasyland restaurant to begin taking reservations next month

Opening this holiday season, the Be Our Guest Restaurant will open its doors in the Beauty and the Beast section of New Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom. The restaurant will transport guests inside Beast’s castle to dine in rooms inspired by the Beauty and the Beast Disney animated movie. Pam Brandon announced the menu and advanced…