Great news for Orlando area! An upscale Chicago-based bowling-restaurant chain is soon opening a location in Orlando. Pinstripes offers great food, bar, bowling, and bocce. The kitchen has Bistro offerings on the menu and everyone can have a fun time with bocce.
Pinstripes has signed a lease for a 28,000 square foot commercial site in Vineyard Pointe. The location is between International Drive and Walt Disney World Resort.
The Pinstripes locations in Illinois are wonderful establishments, so we are eager to see the company opening an Orlando site! It’s a great place to dine, grab a drink, and partake in bowling or bocce with friends. We’re sure it’ll be a big hit for guests in Florida.
Sam Wilson’s Captain America Meet and Greet Coming to Disneyland for Reopening. Marvel will be introducing the newly announced Captain America during the reopening of Disneyland this weekend! Sam Wilson’s Captain America will meet and greet with guests in Hollywood Land at Disney’s California Adventure Park.
The new meet and greet is expected to move over to the Avengers Campus once it opens on June 4th in Disney’s California Adventure Park. Other Marvel meet and greets at the Disney Parks and Disney’ Cruise Line events have included: Captain Marvel, Black Widow, Ant-Man and the Wasp, Spider-Man, Steve Rogers’ Captain America, Doctor Strange, Star-Lord, Gamora, Groot, Thor, Black Panther, and the Dora Milaje. Tony Stark’s Iron Man Mark 80 will also premiere for the opening of the Avengers Campus.
Marvel Studios’ “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier” stars Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson aka The Falcon, and Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes aka The Winter Soldier. The pair, who came together in the final moments of “Avengers: Endgame,” team up on a global adventure that tests their abilities—and their patience. Directed by Kari Skogland with Malcolm Spellman serving as head writer, the series also stars Daniel Brühl as Zemo, Emily VanCamp as Sharon Carter, and Wyatt Russell as John Walker. All 6-episodes are available to stream exclusively on Disney+.
Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for updates and all things Marvel!
Marvel Studios Replaces Chris Evans with Anothony Mackie on Captain America’s Social Media Accounts. The season finale of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier revealed that Sam Wilson officially took on the role of Captain America from Steve Rogers. To commemorate the occasion, Marvel Studios has replaced the real-life social media accounts for Captain America of Chris Evans’ Steve Rogers with Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson.
The studio also announced that Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes will return in a fourth Captain America movie led by Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan. The pair have won over Marvel fans with their incredible performance in the series, and we remain on the edge of our seats for the next generation of heroes coming to the MCU!
Check out the new look for the Captain America accounts on Facebook and Twitter:
Today is the kickoff of Disney’s Ultimate Princess Celebration! Disney is celebrating our heroes and spotlighting the courage and kindness they meet with every challenge. We are celebrating the valiant acts and stories of personal triumph that Disney princesses embody. Let’s take a look at how we can celebrate these princesses at the Disney parks.
We start this tour with a look at Disneyland park’s only ride-through Princess attraction, Snow White’s Enchanted Wish – which will be ready to welcome guests when the park reopens April 30. Imagineers have updated this classic Fantasyland attraction with new magic inside and out. Using state-of-the-art audio and visual technology, including new music, LED black lighting, laser projections and a new animation system, the attraction brings to life Snow White’s “happily ever after.” Here, we flip through the pages of the story that “started it all,” and land on one particular scene that hasn’t yet been shared!
For our Hong Kong Disneyland stop of the tour, of course we have to include the Castle of Magical Dreams, unveiled for the resort’s 15th anniversary. Inspired by the 13 courageous stories of Disney Princesses and Queens, the Castle stands proudly as the centerpiece of Hong Kong Disneyland – a symbol of courage, hope, and possibility. For a behind-the-scenes look at the Castle of Magical Dreams, we have to check out Building a Dream: The Magic Behind a Disney Castle. This brand-new exhibition takes us from concept to reality, showing the tools and techniques used in Imagineering’s creative process for developing the new Castle design.
Jumping over to the east coast, in Florida, we now visit Walt Disney World Resort, where some of our favorite Disney Princess characters kindly greet guests in a cavalcade around Magic Kingdom Park. Wave hello to Jasmine, Tiana, Cinderella, and more, as you watch the regal procession go by.
The next stop on our global tour is Shanghai Disney Resort, where “ILLUMINATE! A Nighttime Celebration” will take us on an exciting journey, inspiring us to break through the darkness and adversity—just as Mulan, Rapunzel, Anna, and Elsa did—and see the light! Through seven unique chapters, the stunning visual story delivers a message of perseverance and courage, inspiring guests to hold onto the light that exists within all of us and trust it to see them through.
We have now come to Disneyland Paris, where we find a beautiful statue of Cinderella, who truly exemplifies kindness. She faced a great deal of adversity and challenges in her life, but she always persevered with courage, and this statue is a beautiful symbol of that. Also in Disneyland Paris, there is now a new selfie spot where guests can see Queen Anna & Snow Queen Elsa. These sisters go on courageous adventures and treat all of the residents of Arendelle with pure kindness. Snap a photo with the Queens that you can take home to last a lifetime.
How will you celebrate Disney’s Ultimate Princess Celebration?
Maya Rudolph, Yvette Nicole Brown, and Jayma Mays Join the Cast of Disney’s ‘Disenchanted.’ The cast continues to grow for the Enchanted sequel! Actresses Maya Rudolph (Big Hero 6, Bridesmaids), Yvette Nicole Brown (Big Shot, Avengers: Endgame), and Jayma Mays (Glee, The Smurfs) have joined the cast of Disney’s Disenchanted in unspecified roles. Currently, the trio will star alongside returning cast members Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, James Marsden, and Idina Menzel in their respective roles as Giselle, Robert, Prince Edward, and Nancy Tremaine.
According to The DisInsider, a synopsis for the film reads: “The film will see Giselle, Robert, and Morgan moving to a new house in the suburbs, overseen by Malvina Monroe, the main villain of the film. After problems begin to arise, Giselle makes a wish to transform their lives into a perfect fairytale. However, the spell backfires dramatically and puts Giselle in a rush against the clock to save both her family and her Kingdom of Andalasia before the clock strikes midnight.”
Disenchanted is currently slotted to premiere exclusively on Disney+ at a to-be-determined date and will begin filming this spring in Ireland. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for updates and all things Disney!
Everyone loves ice cream right? Add a touch of butterbeer to it and it automatically becomes magical!
If you have ever been to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort or Universal Studios Hollywood, you must have seen this delicious treat. If you haven’t try it yet, you definitely should on your next visit, it’s yummy!
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar and water. Bring to a gentle boil and cook, stirring often, until the mixture reads 240F on a candy thermometer.
Stir in butter, salt, vinegar, and 1/4 heavy cream.
Set aside to cool to room temperature. Once the mixture has cooled, stir in the rum extract.
Now prepare the ice cream base: Whisk the two eggs in a separate bowl about two minutes, then add the sugar somewhat slowly.
Add the milk and cream and make sure everything is combined.
Freeze according to your ice cream maker instructions, then after about half an hour or when it is mostly solid, pour the butterbeer syrup into the mix and let it fold in.
After it’s pretty solid, it’s ready to eat or be stored.
SeaWorld Parks today announced that beginning April 26, 2021, and going until June 27, 2021, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is offering free admission for U.S. military veterans and their families to its SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Antonio, and SeaWorld San Diego parks.
“Starting today, parks in Orlando, San Antonio, and San Diego will provide complimentary admission to America’s heroes with enhanced health and safety measures in place.” the email goes onto say “Since its launch in 2005, more than 10 million guests – active-duty military members, veterans, and their families – have enjoyed the company’s parks for free through the Waves of Honor program. Park Ambassadors are honored to welcome America’s heroes to enjoy thrilling attractions and amazing animal exhibits with detailed health and safety measures in place, including limited capacity, physical distancing, enhanced cleaning and sanitization, temperature checks, and face-covering requirements.”
U.S. military veterans and retirees must register their complimentary single-day ticket(s) for themselves and up to three dependents online at www.WavesofHonor.com before May 16. After registering, all tickets must be redeemed by June 27. As an added thank you, veterans and active military service members can also purchase up to six additional tickets at 50% off. Service members and their direct dependents must have a valid active military ID to participate. This offer is part of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment’s longstanding Waves of Honor program, which salutes active-duty military members, veterans, and their families by offering special pricing and promotions throughout the year.
“Following a challenging year, it’s a true privilege to honor the brave men and women who serve and sacrifice so much for our country,” said Marc Swanson, interim chief executive officer of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment. “We are honored to continue this longstanding tradition as a small gesture of the deep gratitude we owe all those who serve and offer their families the chance to make unforgettable memories.”
Disneyland and Disney California Adventure are opening for the first time in FOREVER this weekend! After being closed for over a year, the magic is finally returning and we can’t wait to experience it. To celebrate the reopening, Disney shared a cute video:
Last night, Disney also shared a special moment as the Disneyland Resort prepares for a historic week welcoming back theme park guests. Sleeping Beauty Castle reawakened in the heart of Disneyland. You can see that here:
Entertainment shows at Walt Disney World have been put on hold since the parks closed due to the pandemic. Now, more entertainment cast members are being called back! One of our favorite shows, Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, could be returning soon!
Disney has not made any official announcement regarding the call back but cast members are sharing that they are receiving the call!
A lot of Disney cast members getting the call back to come work again. Most importantly, HOOP-DEE-DOO MUSICAL REVUE CAST got the call back!!!! Anyone else missing this show as much as some of us?!
— Happiest Podcast on Earth (@thehappiestpod) April 26, 2021
Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is one of the longest-running dinner shows in American history. Guests can Join the Pioneer Hall Players for 2 hours of rousing Wild West dancing, singing and zany vaudeville comedy at the Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort.
There’s a new delightful dessert available at Disney Springs! The Truffle Brownie A La Mode is a decadent masterpiece available now at Vivoli Il Gelato.
The treat features your choice of gelato, sauce, and whipped cream on a warm truffle brownie. Be sure to check it out if you plan on dessert!
Get your sweet tooth fix at Vivoli il Gelato with the new Truffle Brownie A La Mode featuring your choice of gelato, sauce, and whipped cream on a warm truffle brownie! ? #DisneySpringspic.twitter.com/CfyPm58V1M
Be sure to head over to Vivoli Il Gelato soon if you want to try the Truffle Brownie A La Mode. You can find this dessert shop on the Landing side of Disney Springs near Jock Lindsey’s Hanger Bar. There’s always something fun to do at Disney Springs!
Check back here on Chip & Co. for the latest theme park and entertainment news updates!
For those who have been keeping up with the Stitch Crashes Disney Little Mermaid Collection we have some sad news to report today.
According to a new graphic on the ShopDisney Website the Stitch Crashes Disney Little Mermaid Collection is now set to release on May 14th, this is the 2nd time the date has been pushed.
Just last week we reported it would be coming on April 26th, but nothing showed up on the ShopD website yesterday.
Also shared on the ShopDisney site the Stitch Crashes Disney Pinocchio will not be released in stores here in the US. Not really sure what is going on with this collection. It might have to do with Disney Store closing so many shops all over the US and Canada.
Great news! Disney’s MagicMobile is now available for Android Users!
Beginning today, guests at Walt Disney World Resort on Android devices will be able to enjoy a convenient and contactless new option for entering the theme parks and more, as part of the rollout of Disney MagicMobile service!
I have a Samsung Note and wanted to set up my pass and after being ridiculed by all of my Apple User friends I am glad I am able to finally get this setup.
Setup took me all but 10 seconds you just follow the prompts and you are done. I had a harder time trying to decide which theme I wanted for my Disney World Annual Pass.
They have a ton of design choices you can choose from.
I ended up picking the Disney Vacation Club design cause why not I am paying for it 🙂
You may use Disney MagicMobile service, a MagicBand or a card interchangeably for added flexibility. Disney Resort hotel guests can purchase MagicBands at a special, pre-arrival price. Guests can also pick up a Key to the World card at their convenience at the front desk.
