Lots of restaurants are reopening in Disney World!

Trail’s End at Fort Wilderness

One of the restaurants that is set to reopen soon is Trail’s End Restaurant at The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. So far, Disney has shared a look at what this spot’s menu will feature when it reopens, but one particular thing on the menu has caught our eye — a GIANT ice cream sundae! 10-Gallon Challenge, is that YOU?!

The 10-Gallon Challenge was an especially GIANT dessert guests used to be able to grab at Whispering Canyon Cafe in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.

Ten Gallon Challenge!

In the sundae you could find the following:

1. Scoops of vanilla, chocolate, strawberry and mint-chocolate chip ice cream
2. Pineapple sauce, strawberry sauce, some caramel sauce
3. A whole slice of apple pie
4. Two cupcakes: one vanilla and one chocolate
5. An entire layer of whipped cream
6. Two huge chocolate brownies
7. Two Mickey Mouse shaped sugar cookies with dipped chocolate ears
8. One banana cut in half
9. Two Oreos
10. Four toasted marshmallows
11. Two pieces of chocolate covered bacon(!!!)
12. Cherries

10-Gallon Challenge

We haven’t spotted this sundae for quite some time, but today we saw something that looked verrrrrry familiar when Disney shared photos of the items that will be available at Trail’s End Restaurant when this spot reopens.

10-Gallon Challenge, is that YOU?!

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Maybe…but also maybe not? Disney included this photo of a large ice cream sundae in the bottom right-hand corner of its compilation of photos showing the items that will be available at Trail’s End when it reopens.

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But, when describing the menu items that will be available Disney said this — “But be sure to save room for the Covered Wagon Sundae – a wagon load of ice cream, toppings, brownies, cookies, and chocolate-covered bacon!”

So, Disney seems to be calling the dessert option here the “Covered Wagon Sundae” — that’s different than the “10-Gallon Challenge.” But, many of the ingredients described for this “Covered Wagon Sundae” do appear to be the same as they were for the 10-Gallon Challenge — ice cream, brownies, and chocolate-covered bacon.

Chocolate Covered Bacon

And the photo Disney shared looks extremely similar to the 10-Gallon Challenge we had previously. We can even see more items in Disney’s photo that were in the previous 10-Gallon Challenge like the banana and toasted marshmallows.

So, is the 10-Gallon Challenge coming to a new spot in Disney World? Disney hasn’t really made that clear. The photo shown and ingredients described for this “Covered Wagon Sundae” seem to be the same or very similar to the 10-Gallon Challenge. But, it’s possible things have changed.

10-Gallon Challenge

Trail’s End is set to reopen on July 17th. We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for a full menu from Disney for this location and we’ll keep you updated as to what other information we learn.

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Citricos is reopening soon in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa with a NEW look inspired by Mary Poppins Returns!

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But the Mary Poppins Returns-inspired look isn’t the only new thing coming to this spot. When Citricos reopens this summer, it’ll also have a brand NEW menu. Want to get a peek at what you’ll be able to order? We’re breaking it all down for you here!

According to Disney, Chef Andres Mendoza has crafted a NEW menu for Citricos. Looking to get an appetizer? In terms of starters, you’ll find things like Sweet Corn Bisque with pickled fennel, popcorn, and fennel oil, and a Strawberry Salad with chamomile-infused goat cheese, frisée lettuce, bacon vinaigrette, and spiced sunflower seeds.

Ready to move onto the entrees? You’ll find a variety of items available including Butter-poached Florida Cobia with mashed fingerling potatoes, grilled asparagus, and local mushrooms with a grapefruit beurre blanc, as well as Guava Barbequed Short Ribs with aged cheddar creamy grits, roasted poblano, curtido slaw, and Brussels sprouts.

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And, of course, you’ve got to leave room for dessert! Disney has shared that Pastry Chef Kristine Farmer has created some dessert options for this spot including Warm Apple Rose with seasonal apple, marzipan layers, and frozen coconut milk, and the Chocolate Torte, which features a dark chocolate financier, dark cherry compote, and vanilla bean mascarpone cream.

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Disney’s website for Citricos notes that the menu will feature Florida cuisine with Mediterranean flavors. In terms of desserts, it also lists an orange blossom flan.

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The restaurant also has an award-winning wine list. Disney has shared that the wine and cocktail program was designed by Sommelier Israel Perez.

If you’re looking for an elevated food and wine experience, Disney has announced that there will be a NEW and exclusive Sommelier Room at Cítricos where Israel and his team will source boutique wines that pair with special creations from Chef Andres.

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So far, this is the first peek at the menu that Disney has shared. We’ll be on the lookout for full menu details and we’ll share those with you when they’re released.

Keep in mind that Citricos does have a dress code. Men must wear khakis, slacks, or dress shorts and collared shirts. Women must wear Capri pants, skirts, dresses, or dress shorts. You can see more about the dress code below.

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Citricos will reopen on July 15th. Reservations are set to become available on July 1st. If you’re hoping to grab a reservation at this spot, be sure to mark those calendars!

We’ll keep an eye out for more details and let you know what we find.

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Dining with family in Disney World can sometimes be a challenge, whether due to budget restraints, hard-to-get reservations, or limited time!

Family dinner is

On top of a laundry list of reopening dates for places like Casey’s Corner, Trail’s End, etc., Disney has just announced a new dining option for families at select Disney World resorts that might be a game-changer for a lot of families!

Disney World will now be offering what they are calling “Disney Family Night Dinner” at two Disney World resorts. Beginning on June 30, families will be able to place orders for a dining bundle that includes a take-out meal, dessert, and even a game!

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Disney World will currently offer Disney Family Night Dinner through two resorts, Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa.

Centertown Market sign

Disney Family Night Dinner will be available nightly from 5-10PM through mobile order. The three-course meal includes sharable meals and is said to serve 3-4 people. The included game will be card-based!

Gasparilla Island Grill

Centertown Market will offer such selections as roasted Jamaican-style chicken, fried yucca, cilantro rice, vegetables, Caribbean pull-apart rolls, and decorate your own Mickey and Minnie Cookies.

Gasparilla Island Grill‘s menu will include a garden salad, lasagna, Mickey-shaped cheese or pepperoni pizzas, and Minnie cheesecake. YUM.

Disney Family Night Dinner will be available at Centertown Market and Gasparilla Island Grill on June 30 from 5-10PM via mobile order. We will share pricing once we know more! Stay tuned to DFB for a ton of new Disney World food news!

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