Jon Self

Stay & Scream Gets a Spooky Upgrade for Halloween Horror Nights 2025 at Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando’s HHN 2025 Stay & Scream brings freedom to roam, early house access, and a smoother start to your night of scares.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 9, 2025

Halloween Horror Nights

The Must-Have Halloween Horror Nights 2025 Merchandise Has Arrived!

Explore the new HHN 2025 merchandise! Shop killer apparel and collectibles for Five Nights at Freddy’s, Fallout, Jason Universe, and more.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 8, 2025

Halloween Horror Nights

A New Nightmare Souvenir: Art the Clown “Terrifier” Popcorn Bucket at HHN 2025

Get ready for the Art the Clown popcorn bucket at Halloween Horror Nights 2025! Discover the design, Terrifier connection, and why this collectible is a must-have.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 8, 2025

Halloween Horror Nights

HamiKuma merch is coming to Universal Orlando — and this creepy-cute bear might be the next big HHN mascot

HamiKuma Universal Orlando merch hits Halloween Horror Nights 2025. Learn the bear’s eerie history, fan rumors, and possible future at the event.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 8, 2025

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Howl-O-Scream Tampa 2025: Scare Zone Updates & Construction Photos

See what’s coming to Howl-O-Scream Tampa 2025 with scare zone updates, Tree Lot Massacre’s return, and Sawgrass Slaughter construction photos.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 8, 2025

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Churrasco Street Taco – A Rare Plural Victory at Bier Fest Busch Gardens

At Busch Gardens Bier Fest, the Churrasco Street Taco delivers big flavor and a rare menu win — you actually get two tacos. See why this dish is worth a bite.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 14, 2025

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Jamaican Surf and Turf: Great Flavor, Tricky Execution at Bier Fest

Try the Jamaican Surf and Turf at Bier Fest Busch Gardens Tampa—bold flavors, tricky skewers, and a tropical bite worth battling for.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 8, 2025

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

The Best Bite at Bier Fest: Brisket Mac Cone

Don’t miss the Brisket Mac Cone from the Outta the Box cabin at Busch Gardens’ Bier Fest. A smoky, cheesy BBQ treat served in a waffle cone!

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 7, 2025

News

The Chick-fil-A Fall Menu Brings Big Flavor to Orlando (and Elsewhere)— Including a Sandwich on a Pretzel Bun!

Chick-fil-A’s new fall menu launches August 18 with Cherry Berry & Sprite, the Pretzel Cheddar Club Sandwich, and two new Waffle Potato Chips.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 7, 2025

Epic Universe

Mac and Cheese Cones: The Cheesy Viking Snack Taking Over Epic Universe

Mac and Cheese Cones are the breakout food star of Epic Universe’s Isle of Berk. Discover all three flavors and why they’re a must-try for theme park foodies.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 7, 2025

Jon Self is an avid theme park fan. You can follow him at @pastorjonself on X/ Twitter or Jon.Self.37 at Instagram. He has been writing and editing in the theme park media world for over a decade. He also writes for several "foodie" sites as well as in the faith-based world.