When it comes to shopping, there’s a little something for EVERYONE at Disney Springs.

Disney Springs

You want to buy chocolate? Visit the Ganachery. You need a fun greeting card? Head to LovePop. You want to indulge in some bath and body products? Basin is for you! There’s even a shop for soccer fans, Pele Soccer, which is looking a little different these days.

Pele Soccer is THE shop to go for if you need soccer gear. If you happen to visit it at Disney Springs now, though, you’re going to notice that it’s changed. Here’s what it looked like before:

Before

Here’s what it looks like now! What a difference! The green really pops! We also noticed that the shop even has a new logo.

What’s that sign say?

However, this vibrant makeover seems to be just the beginning. There’s a sign in front of the shop to let guests know that it’s temporarily closed while it gets a “fresh new look.”

Sign in front of Pele Soccer

We have no idea what else is changing at the store, but we’re liking what we see so far — we wonder if the inside is getting a green upgrade, too? We’ll have to keep an eye on it to see what else is changing.

So if you happen to need soccer gear, keep in mind that this store is temporarily closed — at least for the time being. We’ll let you know when it reopens, though, so stay tuned to DFB for more.

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Decorate your phone with this new PopGrip by PopSockets featuring Orange Bird, now available at Walt Disney World.

Orange Bird PopGrip – $14.99

The grip is white with an orange edge.

Orange Bird is at the center, saying, “Think orange.” “Florida” is printed in orange beneath him.

The grip can be used to hold it and also as a stand.

Instructions for the grip are on the packaging. We found this in the Darkroom at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Will you be adding this PopGrip to your phone? Let us know in the comments and check out this new Orange Bird top too.

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Connections Cafe and Eatery is officially open in EPCOT!

Connections Eatery

The new quick service spot is also home to the park’s new Starbucks location, and we got to check it out when it soft-opened last week. We gave you a full tour of the Cafe as well as a full review of and look at the Eatery. One of the things we tried at both places was the new Liege Waffle, and now, we just found out some really interesting info on the treat!

The Pastry Culinary Director at Walt Disney World, Stefan Riemer, recently posted on Instagram about the new Liege Waffle at Connections Cafe and Eatery in EPCOT. We’ve tried the waffle, but now we know even more details about how it’s made!

Liege Waffle

Chef Riemer calls the Liege Waffle “a game changer” because they batch out fresh Brioche dough, press it in Pearl sugar, and then bake it in a cast iron to create that caramelized but flaky waffle. It’s then topped with fresh strawberries, vanilla whipped cream, and chocolate sauce at Connections Eatery, or you can have it all on its own at Connections Cafe.

@chefstefanriemer via Instagram

The chef then goes on to talk about how the Liege Waffle is different from a Belgian Waffle, and how they’re both different from a Mickey Waffle! He says the Liege Waffle is the most technical of the three, because the dough has to be fermented and tempered to get to the perfect texture.

@chefstefanriemer via Instagram

The different between all waffles are ingredients and the leavening, according to Chef Riemer, and the “hidden star” is a quality yeast that’s a key ingredient in Belgium, since “they brew one of the best beers in the world.” Both Liege and Belgian waffles originate from Belgium.

What a beauty

Who knew waffles could be so complex?! And, we’re glad for it, because it means we get to eat ALL of the different kinds of waffles around Disney World. We could definitely taste the caramelization of the sugar on the waffles we tried, and they are truly a delicious dessert, snack, or breakfast option. You can check out Chef Riemer’s full post below!

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Characters have returned to the Frontierland Hoedown Happening, which happens at intervals throughout the day at Magic Kingdom.

The hoedown returned last month, but characters were missing and only Cast Members participated.

The Cast Members and characters dance in the street outside Frontier Trading Post.

Cast Members are dressed in various Frontierland costumes.

Clarabelle Cow appears in the hoedown.

Wendell from Country Bears Jamboree also joined the dancing.

Chip and Dale, dressed in cowboy outfits, were also in the hoedown.

The characters and Cast Members danced by themselves for a couple of songs, then invited guests to join in.

You can catch the Frontierland Hoedown Happening throughout the day (weather permitting) at Magic Kingdom. You can also watch our video below.

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For those of us who can’t ALWAYS be in the parks at Disney World, we find the nostalgia WHEREVER we can get it!

Miss you…

From binge-watching Disney+ to scouring new merch on shopDisney to recreating Disney recipes, there are LOADS of ways we can bring the Disney magic when we’re at home!

Another fun way to get nostalgic is with some good ol’ fashioned Disney trivia!

Psst EPCOT was almost a LOT different

A great way to pretend you’re in the parks AND test your knowledge of all things Disney, we put together some fun Disney trivia questions, from park history to movie lore! So let’s see how much you know!

Question

When did Walt Disney Studios’ first full-length film come out?

Was it one of these?

And what was it?

Answer

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, released in 1937!

Snow White!

It’s a classic that stands the test time, as evidenced by the fact that Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is routinely the longest line in Disney World!

Question 

Before there was Mickey Mouse, what character was Walt Disney’s FIRST animation?

Mickey Mouse water painting

Hint: it wasn’t Minnie, either!

Answer

Oswald the Lucky Rabbit!

You guys — it’s OSWALD!

He’s cute and all, but let’s just say we’re glad we get to dine at Chef Mickey’s and not…Chef Oswald’s.

Question

How many square miles is Disney World?

You’re gonna need some maps

Let’s just say it’s BIG.

Answer

About 40 square miles!

Animal Kingdom map

For context, that’s twice the size of Manhattan!

Question

What did EPCOT originally stand for?

Spaceship Earth

Ya know, before it was conceptualized as a theme park?

Answer

Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow.

It’s come a long way!

Between the HOT new rides and outta this world restaurants, EPCOT has come a LONG way since its original vision as a futuristic living community!

Question

What is the fastest ride in Disney World?

Hint: it isn’t this

Some go slow, and some go FAST.

Answer

Test Track!

Test Track

Outpacing the likes of Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster and Space Mountain, this EPCOT attraction zooms to a speed of 65 mph! 

Question

What was the first animated movie to be nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars?

The Oscars billboard in Disney Springs

Hint: Toy Story 3 and Up were the only other two animated movies to earn the same nomination.

Answer

Beauty and the Beast!

Movie stars!

It was nominated for six awards at the 1992 Oscars, losing Best Picture to the decidedly NON-Disney film, The Silence of the Lambs.

Question

What were the first words Mickey Mouse was animated to say?

Mickey Mouse tank top

Hint: it wasn’t “oh gosh!”

Answer

Hot dogs!

Mickey is clearly a fan of Casey’s Corner

Weirdly enough, his first word wasn’t “waffle!” Or “Dole Whip!”

Question

What is the highest grossing animated Disney film?

AMC Disney Springs

And how much do you think it MADE?

Answer

Frozen 2!

Elsa

The 2019 sequel was a HUGE hit, earning $1.45 billion at the global box office!

Question

How many happy haunts reside in The Haunted Mansion?

Looks like a good time tbh

It’s a pretty big mansion, after all.

Answer

999!

Room for one more!

But there’s room for 1,000…

Question

How many hotel rooms are in Disney World?

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Friendly reminder that Disney World is TWICE the size of Manhattan.

Answer

36,000!

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort lobby

Across 25 resorts, that’s enough rooms for you and 35,999 of your closest friends!

Question

What is Disney’s private island called?

Mickey Mouse on his own private island

It’s our FAVORITE stop on a Disney cruise!

Answer

Castaway Cay!

Castaway Cay

It’s a 1,000-acre island in the Caribbean, but only about 55 of those acres are actually developed by Disney.

Castaway Cay

So how’d you do? Are you a Disney PRO? Or do you need another Disney vacation to refresh your memory?! Twist our arms…

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A new Minnie ear headband featuring a rainbow veil and a butterfly bow has flown into Walt Disney World. We found it in Celebrity 5 & 10 in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Butterfly Ear Headband – $29.99

The ears are made of puffy pink and purple sparkling tulle.

The butterfly at the center is made of wire and sheer white fabric. It is decorated with silver gems and glitter, plus a pink heart gem at the center.

A sparkling yellow, blue, and pink veil hangs from the back of the headband.

The headband itself is pink and lined with velour.

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