The Best New Eats of The Summer at Walt Disney World Resort

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August 7, 2019

Summer always brings some fun new treats to Disney, as you might have seen all the new specialty icecreams lately. In addition to those Disney is stepping up their game with some fun new treats and eat for a variety of diets. From Epcot to All-Star Music with a plant-based treat and new bites all over Disney Springs you will be sure to find something new and tasty to try.

Epcot is celebrating its grand opening of Takumi-Tei the new upscale dining option in Japan. Also over in Epcot The Coral Reef Restaurant is sure to delight with its new menu additions. How about a Lobster Seafood Boil! I cannot think of summer without thinking of having a boil being from New England and all. The Shrimp, mussels, Jonah crab claws, Andouille sausage, corn, potatoes, and of course, the lobster, all covered in butter and seasoned broth is the quintessential summertime feast. If that doesn’t entice you enough they also have a new pound worth of Maryland-style Snow Crab legs accompanied by butter and lemon. Or perhaps the new Swordfish dish with a warm white bean arugula salad with roasted Cipollini onions and topped with a lemon-herb vinaigrette might be more to your liking. Make sure you save room for dessert with the new seasonal offering, the shortbread cookie cheesecake with a fruit compote. If you intend to dine at one of these locations it would be best to make a reservation ahead of time.

Disney Springs is welcoming some new eats and treats as well, with the newest food carts; the Sunshine Churro Carts which will be popping up later on this month. These gourmet churros come in a wide variety of flavors. Everything from salted caramel, strawberry cheesecake, cookies and cream, watermelon, fruity cereal churros, to chocolate-dipped or even chocolate hazelnut dipped churros.

If you are looking for more savory food options there is a new pepperoni pizza burger at D-Luxe Burger, yes you read that right. If you love pizza and burgers it is the perfect pairing for you. With fried mozzarella covered in Pomodoro sauce, and pepperonis on top of a big juicy burger! For those that want something sweet and salty head over to Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar for the “Temple of Bacon”, it is thick-cut applewood smoked bacon hand-dipped in a milk chocolate ganache with chipotle that is made at the Ganachery.

Also, a new addition to Disney Springs that is sure to be a hit is the new “Cookie Dough and Everything Sweet” food truck! The menu of edible cookie dough includes,

“Springs Candy Taco – Candy Monster Cookie Dough, chocolate sauce, whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry served in a waffle taco
Minnie Mouse Taco – Peanut Butter Fluff Cookie Dough, caramel sauce, whipped cream, a cherry, and a chocolate Minnie bow served in a waffle taco
Celebration Parfait – Celebration Cookie Dough with Celebration Mickey cake, vanilla custard, strawberries, whipped cream, and a cherry
Mickey or Minnie Funnel Cake – funnel cake topped with powdered sugar and Mickey or Minnie-shaped cookie dough
Cookie Dough Cup or Cone – Flavors include Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter Fluff, Celebration, Cookies and Cream, Candy Monster, and Cold Brew”(-Disney Parks)

I don’t know how I’m only going to pick one! Ok ok celebration parfait!! You will be able to find these by the end of the month over by the other food trucks on the West Side of Disney Springs.

Earl of Sandwich, always a fan favorite has added new cheesesteaks! You can pick from steak, grilled chicken, or veggie options. All are topped with sauteed mushrooms, onions and peppers, and provolone cheese on artisan bread. Yum!

Last but not least over at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort at Intermission Food Court there are two new selections. First a plant-based option, a Sweet Thai Coconut Mickey Onigiri. It is a great variation from the usual treats. Sticky Coconut rice is shaped like Mickey with poppy seed and it is stuffed with a fruity combo of mandarins, mangos, carrots, and apples. This nori wrapped treat comes with a sweet and sour dipping sauce. Also on a bit of a sweet and sour note is the New Hades cupcake with a blue sour candy buttercream, chocolate Hades and inside you might find some fiery orange sprinkles to sweeten the deal. This cupcake will be around for the month of August if it is tempting to you.

Which eat or treat just got added to your list? Let us know which one you can’t wait to try @ChipandCo.

Photo Source: (Disney Parks)

Source: (Disney Parks)

A Gatsby Evening at The Edison in Disney Springs Over Labor Day Weekend

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Chip

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August 7, 2019

Pop the champagne and prepare for a roaring good time at The Edison’s lavish Gatsby-style affair on Sunday, September 1. Celebrate Labor Day weekend at Disney Springs by getting dolled up in your best flapper attire, donning your 1920s style suits, and dancing the night away in style. A feast for the eyes and ears, guests will be entertained from the moment they step foot on the red carpet. From flair-tenders serving swanky spirits, flying aerial performers, burlesque dancers, cigar rollers, a live band, stilt-walkers and more, party goers will be dazzled beyond their wildest dreams. A few glasses of complimentary bubbles of Moet Champagne will be served and a selection of passed signature appetizers will be available for attendees to dine on. Doors open at 7:30 PM and guests must be 21 or older to attend. Tickets can be purchased for $79 per adult here: theedisonfla.com/Gatsby

Location: The Edison at Disney Springs

Date: 9/1

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Price: $79++ per ticket

“Back by popular demand, we’re hosting the second annual Gatsby-themed evening at The Edison this Labor Day weekend. The event will transport guests back to the grandiose high society parties thrown during the summer of 1922 that are depicted in Fitzgerald’s classic novel,” said Patina Restaurant Group Marketing Director Kyle Collins.

Nightmare Before Christmas Backpack From Loungefly

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Danielle

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August 7, 2019

Boys and girls of every age, wouldn’t you like to see something strange? Or maybe something CUTE, like the new Nightmare Before Christmas Backpack from Loungefly. This adorable new mini backpack is just in time for the Halloween season at the Disney Parks, and features all of our favorite friends from the beloved film. If it looks a little familiar it’s because these are the same cute chibi Nightmare Before Christmas graphics we’ve seen before. However the design has been given an update, and you can really see the characters more clearly now.

The new backpack features Jack’s iconic pinstripe suit as the background. Sprinkled across the pinstriping is chibi versions of the citizens from Halloween Town. This is a mini backpack style that has a front zip compartment, 2 side slide pockets, and one large main compartment.

The front pocket doesn’t stick out on this bag to create a very sleek silhouette. The black straps are adjustable to fit everyone from kids to adults! We found the hauntingly cute new bag at Mouse Gear, and it retails for $75.00. Lots of cute Nightmare Before Christmas finds from the past are also on display, which is totally getting us ready for Halloween!

What do you think of the new Loungefly Nightmare Before Christmas Backpack style for this year?

Special thanks to our sensational friend Susan for the great pictures!

Magic Kingdom overnight rehearsals to take place through August 15th

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Chip

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August 7, 2019

Going on now through August 15th Disney will be performing overnight rehearsals and more in the Magic Kingdom.

Starting today the Magic Kingdom will be getting ready for the fall/Halloween season with overnight decoration installations, parade rehearsals, and tests for various offerings taking place now through August 15.

Guests staying at nearby hotels should be aware that show level audio and pyrotechnic effects will be included on some nights. Yesterday guests and local residents were awoken with early morning fireworks. Read about it here.

Here is additional information about the upcoming rehearsals:

Overnight parade rehearsals:

Night of August 7
Night of August 9
Night of August 12
Night of August 14

Castle stage show rehearsals:

August 9-15: Show level audio and pyrotechnic effects

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party starts on Returns August 16 – November 1, 2019.

New White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Shake At Red Rose Taverne

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Monique Lopez

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August 7, 2019

New White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Shake At Red Rose Taverne

The Disneyland Resort is home to the Red Rose Taverne quick service restaurant. The tavern became a guest favorite spot since the Beauty and the Beast overlay took place of the original Pinocchio’s Village Haus. Ever since, the Red Rose Taverne has been serving up some classic favorite snacks, meals, and beverages. Now, Red Rose Taverne is shaking things up with a new milkshake on their menu!

The eatery is now serving the new White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Shake! This sweet treat is topped with cheesecake bites, graham crackers, whipped cream, and raspberry sauce! Sounds delicious!

Pair this specialty shake with the new Pepperoni Flatbread for a tasty meal. Both of these items, and all items on the menu, are currently available through the mobile order service on the Disneyland App.

This isn’t the first time this dining spot has had a specialty shake. Back in March of this year, they rolled out an Enchant-Mint Chocolate Chip Shake. We can only hope that more limited time treats are on their way for this quick service dining spot. Until then, make sure you get your hands on the White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Shake while you can. Now available at Fantasyland’s Red Rose Taverne.

What do you think of this new specialty shake? Let us know in the comments below!

Source: Disneyland Today

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New World Showcase Passport Packs Arrive at Epcot

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Susan Wilson

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August 6, 2019

Get ready to travel the world, World Showcase that is. A new World Showcase Passport Pack has arrived at Epcot. This adorable new activity pack is just what you need on your next day traveling around the different countries of the World Showcase.

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This fun Passport Pack is designed to look like an actual passport complete with a place to receive different stamps. The pack comes with over 77 sticker “stamps” and they have different character’s on them representing the countries. While traveling along the World Showcase make sure to visit each of the different countries and have them stamp your passport with their stamp and write a greeting. Then you can place your sticker stamp in the book and write anything else you’d like. The pack also contains an Epcot Honorary Ambassador pin for you to wear.

This is such a fun way to explore the World Showcase. It’s also a great incentive for kids. The adults can take their time exploring the shops and what the countries offer and the kids in the group can look forward to filling up their passports. It’s a fun and interactive souvenir for anyone in the group though. Unlike the scavenger hunts during the festivals, this is available year-round. This replaces the old design and adds a lot more Disney themed stickers. They are a really neat souvenir at only $12.99 plus tax. Guests can even use an annual pass discount.

You can find these World Showcase Passport Packs throughout Epcot. They are located at most gift shops near the registers. Passport Packs were near the autograph books and pressed penny holders at the exit of the Seas Pavilion where the Finding Nemo themed ride is. Most shopping locations will also have the passport and when in doubt check at MouseGear.

These are such a fun and inexpensive keepsake. Make sure to pick one up on your next trip to the World Showcase.

Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ bundle will only be $13 a month

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Chip

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August 6, 2019

Disney will combine Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ subscriptions for $13 a month according to CEO Bob Iger Tuesday, that is a $5 discount off what you’d pay for the three services separately.

Disney set the price so you get all three services for the same price as Netflix’s most popular plan in the US.

This triple Disney Plus-Hulu-ESPN Plus bundle will be available in the US start on Nov. 12th, when Disney Plus is set to launch.

Bob also mentioned possibly seeing Fox programming coming to Disney+ service after it launches.

How exciting!

Could A Deadpool, Wolverine, and Spider-Man Team Up Be Coming to the MCU?

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Kaitlyn

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August 6, 2019

Could A Deadpool, Wolverine, and Spider-Man Team Up Be Coming to the MCU? Could the Marvel heroes with the worst attitude problem, filthy mouth, and cheesy, eye-rolling jokes, be teaming up for a never before seen cinematic experience? According to a source close to WeGotThisCovered.com, Marvel Studios is planning a cross over of epic proportions.

The “insider” claims that Marvel Studios is looking to create a film that will be centered around Deadpool, Wolverine, and Spider-Man as the team up to kick some major booty.

This wouldn’t be the first time the “Merc with a Mouth”, Spidey, and the X-Men have worked together, but it would be the first time the three heroes would be showcased in a live-action featured film together.

Fairly frequently in the comics we would see DP and Logan team up to save the day in the popular comic series: Wolverine and Deadpool. On occasion, Mr. Pool’s best superhero friend, Spider-Man, would be recruited to join them on their misadventures.

It’s wildly known at this point that Hugh Jackman has hung up the claws for the last time and a new actor will portray Wolverine/Logan in any new endeavors. Jackman’s real life bestie, Ryan Reynolds has no plans to retire from his now iconic performance as Deadpool/Wade Wilson, but I’m sure there will be plenty of 4th wall breaking jokes from DP about the replacement. I mean, they practically write themselves at this point, let’s be honest.

We also know that Marvel is rumored to have ordered 9 Spider-Man based films, 2 of which have already premiered, meaning we have at least 7 more films for our friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, Tom Holland.

Rumor has it the films will be set as three trilogies. One trilogy following Peter in high school, another trilogy following Peter Parker through college, and a final trilogy of Peter as a full fledged adult Spider-Man with years of experience as the web-slinging hero.

If Marvel Studios does decide to bring the three heroes together, we can only imagine the fantastic dialog and action packed entertainment the film will have to offer. Currently, there is no set director, writer, or casting other than the established cast of Ryan Reynolds and Tom Holland, who already make an outstanding duo that we would love to see on screen together.

In the meantime, our Spidey-senses are tingling at this idea and we can’t wait to see what Marvel has in store for these Marvel-ous heroes! Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for all things Marvel.

Photo Credit: Marvel Comics/Marvel Studios/Sony

New food truck called “Cookie Dough and Everything Sweet” coming to Disney Springs!

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Chip

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August 6, 2019

An all-new food truck called “Cookie Dough and Everything Sweet” featuring edible COOKIE DOUGH is coming to Disney Springs!

Some of the items on the menu are:

Springs Candy Taco – Candy Monster Cookie Dough, chocolate sauce, whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry served in a waffle taco
Minnie Mouse Taco – Peanut Butter Fluff Cookie Dough, caramel sauce, whipped cream, a cherry, and a chocolate Minnie bow served in a waffle taco
Celebration Parfait – Celebration Cookie Dough with Celebration Mickey cake, vanilla custard, strawberries, whipped cream, and a cherry
Mickey or Minnie Funnel Cake – funnel cake topped with powdered sugar and Mickey or Minnie-shaped cookie dough
Cookie Dough Cup or Cone – Flavors include Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter Fluff, Celebration, Cookies and Cream, Candy Monster, and Cold Brew

This new cookie dough-themed food truck will open later this month and will be parked near the other food trucks across from Candy Cauldron at Disney Springs West Side.

Ample Hills Creamery opening new location at Disney Springs

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Chip

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August 6, 2019

Yummy news… Ample Hills Creamery will be opening a brand new location at Disney Springs West Side.

Ample Hills will offer their popular handcrafted ice cream and mix-ins similar to the offerings available at the Ample Hills Creamery located at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort.

At Ample Hills, every component tells a story — from the ingredients to the design of the pints, making it another “Instagrammable” foodie destination.

Stay tuned to Chip and Co for more info.

Universal Orlando Files Patents for Two New Tower Rides!

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Tessa H

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August 6, 2019

After the recent announcement of the fourth theme park in Orlando, Universal Orlando files patents for two new tower rides. Some blogs have wondered if this could be Universal’s version of Disney’s Hollywood Tower of Terror. Check out the plans below.

Attraction One: Interactive Tower

As you can see from the first patent, appears to be an interactive tower ride that contains four towers with ride vehicles allowing multiple passengers. It appears from the patent, although this needs to be confirmed, that passengers might have some control over the motion and media of the vehicles. There could also be some gaming components included such as VR or projection or special effects. The ride seems to contain shooting targets and appears to have a feature that keeps passengers’ scores, similar to that of Disney’s Hollywood Toy Story Mania or Universal’s Men in Black ride. Since this patent has yet to be confirmed by Universal, we can only speculate that this ride might appear in the rumoured Nintendo-themed Land which is speculated to appear at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe theme park!

Attraction Two: Rotating lift with stacked rooms attraction

The second patent filed appears to be an attraction which contains multiple rooms stacked on top of each other, with vehicles able to travel in and out of rooms as well as rotate, twist and ascend and descend the tower. Opening up the possibility of a variety of experiences for guests.

We remain unsure regarding the final plans of this attraction, some blogs question if this ride is similar to Disney’s Hollywood Tower of Terror attraction due to the use of lifts and the possibility of drops, twists and turns. All we know so far is that it appears as though Universal Orlando files patents for two new tower rides, however, this has yet to be confirmed by Universal!

Haunted Mansion 50th Anniversary Eats

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Monique Lopez

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August 6, 2019

The Haunted Mansion at the Disneyland Resort is celebrating its 50th anniversary this week! The resort is paying tribute to the attraction in a lot of fun ways for all guests to enjoy. Starting August 9th, guests can feast on celebratory eats all around Disneyland park.

Starting in Frontierland, stop by Rancho del Zocalo for the “Long Forgotten Duelist Tacos” made with grilled fajita beef and braised burger chicken and served with Mexican rice.

At the New Orleans Square churro cart, you can find the vanilla flavored “Bride Churro” . The chocolate covered “Groom Churro”can be found at the Critter Country churro cart.

While you’re in Critter Country, stop by the Hungry Bear restaurant to try the “Dead-cadent Funnel Cake.

Next, make sure you make a dining reservation for the Blue Bayou to try their Haunted Mansion eats. Choose between the “Dynamite Sea Food Hush Puppies” or the “We’ve BEAN Dying to MEAT You!” Stew. For dessert, you have to try the “Opera Singer Cake”, made with an almond cake base and covered with coffee buttercream, Chantilly cream, and raspberry sauce.

For a more savory meal, make your way to Cafe Orleans for their “Sarah ‘Sally’ Slater Swamp Fries”. This dish is a crawfish étouffée with sweet potato, clams, and chorizo.

Mobile order these next refreshments at the Mint Julep Bar. Indulge in their “Honey…I Do” Beignets. Pair this dessert with a “Blackberry Midnight Julep”. This refreshing Julep comes with a mint lychee “moon”!

Next, head on over to the Royal Street Veranda to pick up a citrus “Pickwick Ghost Punch”.

During the after hours event, you can even enjoy this spooky fun “Doom Buggy Sundae”!

What Haunted Mansion eat are you looking forward to try? Let us know in the comments!

Source: Disney Parks Blog