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Enchanting Lavender Milk Tea Available at Disneyland

January 18, 2019

Disneyland is always adding amazing sweets and treats to their line-up! Lavender Milk Tea comes with floating lemon popping pearls, purple whipped cream, and a sprinkle of lavender sugar! Get this refreshing new beverage at The Red Rose Taverne inside Disneyland Park.

This is the perfect refreshing drink as you take a break from your early morning of rides! Head to the corner of Fantasyland, have one member of your party grab a seat outside, and you go order a few Lavender Milk Teas for everyone to enjoy.

As you sip on the Lavender Milk Tea, be sure and soak in the ambiance surrounding you. While most people will be hustling to their next adventure, you know the 10 minutes you’re taking is worth it to enjoy this heavenly treat! Extra bonus– Catch the giggles and smiles of children as they ride Casey Jr. Circus Train, just up the hill from the Red Rose Taverne.

You won’t want to miss out on this featured beverage at the Red Rose Taverne. This relaxing sip is sure to rejuvenate you for the day at the most magical place on Earth!

Bon appétit!

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Deliciously Adorable Danielle Nicole Disney Snack Purses

Danielle

January 18, 2019

I’ve long been a fan of Disney snacks, and Mickey shaped treats. I’m also always excited to find Disney inspired food items incorporated into fashion, like the new Donut Ears and Snack Alex and Ani Bangles released this month. It looks like we can add Danielle Nicole Disney Snack Purses to the assortment of delicious style treats now available too!

The new handbags inspired by Disney foods come in two tasty varieties. Both bags are die-cut so they not only have yummy designs, but are also in the actual shape of these fun treats. There are two shapes to choose from a slice of pizza, or a donut. The pizza shaped crossbody is covered in sparkly Mickey shaped pepperonis! I absolutely love the layered fabrics that give it a more dimensional look, especially the “cheese” layer that looks like it is melting over the edge. The Donut purse has a sassy Minnie touch to it, with her signature red bow contrasting perfectly with the glittery white “frosting” and sprinkles.

I love both, and I think I might just have to add the Minnie Donut one to my collection! Which of these Danielle Nicole Disney Snack Purses is your favorite?

Epcot International Festival of the Arts Map 2019

Kelly Kerl

January 18, 2019

The Epcot International Festival of the Arts debuts today (Friday, January 18th, 2019) at Epcot. We’re getting a glimpse of the updated park map featuring all of the festival offerings around the park. Check out the full passport to see all of the fun offerings at the fesitval this year!

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Notable additions to the festival map are the featured Disney on Broadway nightly performances at 5:30pm, 6:45pm and 8pm. The festival center will be in the Odyssey Building this year, located in the space between Test Track and the Mexico Pavilion. This is a change from previous years, where the festival center had been held in Wonders of Life building in Future World. Given the construction of the Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster, as well as the new space-themed restaurant near Mission: Space, it’s been moved to accommodate the construction. The Festival Showplace will be home to the Animation Academy, festival seminars, workshops, the Painter’s Palate, and the Festival Marketplace.

Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts takes place starting today, January 18th and will run through February 25th. Guests are invited to explore numerous offerings that celebrate the visual, culinary and performing arts. Artists travel from all over the world to showcase their art every year. Popular chefs whip-up unique food items that stretch the limit of cuisine, and Broadway stars entertain on a nightly basis with some of Disney’s classic musical numbers.

Special experiences and workshops are also available for those wanting to get a “hands-on” experience. You can paint with a Disney Artist, learn animation techniques, and learn to “Eat Like Walt”. There’s so much to see and do! The festival makes a great addition to any visit to Epcot this time of year. What’s your favorite festival activity?

Photo: Orlando Parks News

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Disney Cruise Line Enters New Agreement with Port of Galveston

Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

January 18, 2019

The Port of Galveston just announced that it has entered into a new 10-year agreement with the Disney Cruise Line. Under this new agreement, the port will extend preferential berthing rights to the company. In addition, the deal includes the option to renew for two more 5-year periods.

What’s exciting about this agreement is the included plan for a new terminal. The terminal will be able to accommodate larger ships than the Disney Wonder and Magic class vessels. This new location should also be able to handle more ships. There are plans for Disney to double its sailings in the first 5 years of the new arrangement. Disney Cruise Line began its sailings from the port in 2012 with the Disney Wonder’s maiden voyage. The Wonder and the Magic have used the Texas harbor as their seasonal homeport since.

“Our guests have loved visiting Galveston and setting sail from this historic port to the western Caribbean, Key West, and the Bahamas. As we plan to expand our fleet and introduce new experiences and entertainment aboard our ships, we couldn’t be more excited to extend our commitment with the Port of Galveston.” Jeff Vahle, president of Disney Signature Experiences and Disney Cruise Line said.

The new accordance with the Port of Galveston is the next step in Disney Cruise Line’s upcoming expansion. Three new ships were announced in 2017, and are currently being built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany. Names have not been announced for the ships yet, but are scheduled to be completed in 2021, 2022, and 2023. These new ships will nearly double Disney Cruise Line’s current fleet.

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Celebrate the Chinese New Year Traditions with a Magical Twist at Shanghai Disney Resort

Laura Mason

January 17, 2019

Shanghai Disney Resort is ready to celebrate the Year of the Pig and help guests enjoy the Chinese New Year! They want to help guests rediscover all the joy of the holiday with a magical twist. For the entire year, from January 19-February 19, there will be unforgettable Chinese New Year experiences, activities, and offerings for guests. There will be new, exclusive merchandise, food, beverages, and season entertainment for guests near and far.

The brand-new festivities were revealed today during the event all about the Chinese New Year, held at the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel. Many celebrities attended the event. Pan Hong–Shanghainese actress and leading film star; Kong Xiangdont–internationally-known pianist; Xu Lijia–Olympic sailing champion; Ji Cheng–fashion designer; and Sun Dou’er–the male lead performer for the Mandarin production of the Beauty and the Beast musical.

There will be a wide-range of new offerings and shows during the festival season. The Chinese New Year 2019 Firework Celebration: A Feast of Love and Light, will shine the night sky with amazing colors and shapes dancing above. For the first time ever, guests are able to bring their entire family for a fantastic reunion dinner at Shanghai Disneyland Hotel on February 4 and 5. The dinner will celebrate with one of the country’s traditional meals while Disney enhances dinner with their magic.

To honor the tradition of decorating homes for the New Year, Shanghai Disney Resort will dress itself in festive decor to create the magnificent New Year ambiance for guests. This includes Mickey lanterns, floral garland, Chinese couplets, paper decorations, and more. To complete the New Year experience, reds and golds will be all through the park and resort, and complete with Chinese New Year melodies.

From the moment guests step on Mickey Avenue, they will be immersed in the New Year decorations. Guests can also meet Mickey Mouse and his pals dressed in brand-new Chinese New Year costumes. They will also be able to meet Duffy, ShellieMay, Gelatoni, and Stella Lou! Goofy will be seen in his God of Fortune costume to bring extra excitement to the festivities.

Hamm–our favorite pig from the Toy Story films–will be around the resort wishing guests a prosperous year, to signify the Year of the Pig. There will be many picture perfect photo opportunities around the resort as well. In the Garden of the Twelve Friends, a special picture can be taken of the pig zodiac dressed in gold coins and red couplets. There will also be a beautiful photo backdrop in the Gardens of Imagination.

Performances and ceremonies are an extremely important part of Chinese New Year traditions. Ignite the Dream: A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light will also add in the Chinese New Year 2019 Firework Celebration: A Feast of Love and Light, on select nights from January 25-February 10. There will also be a showing on the Lantern Festival, February 19.

Each morning, guests can enjoy a special performance, led by Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Near Storytellers Statue, Mickey and Minnie Mouse will wish good fortune for the day. Many times during the day, Mickey and his pals, will have a special performance of Shanghai Swing, in Celebration Square. This high-energy show features vintage Shanghai-style clothes and encourages guest to “swing along!” –Shanghai Disneyland Resort

Guests can also write down their wishes on wish cards in The Wishing Garden, to send out their hopes and dreams for the year ahead. The Wishing Garden returns as part of the Garden of the Twelve Friends transforms into the special holiday-themed garden.

There will also be a special carnival at the Wishing Star Market in Disneytown, where guest will continue to celebrate. Traditional Chinese snacks will be offered. The Wishing Star Skating Rink will offer an experience for all ages to remember for years! Through Disneytown will be more locations for guests to capture their fun.

Plenty of surprises await guests as well. Greeting guests as they begin their Enchanted Storybook Castle adventure will be Pan Hong. She is the iconic Mandarin-voiceover for “Once Upon A Time” Adventure. The Enchanted Storybook Castle adventure showcases the story of Snow White in a Shanghainese soundtrack.

January also rolls out the latest addition to the Mickey in Shanghai merchandise. These new travel collection is only available at Shanghai Disney Resort. Classic images of Mickey and Minnie Mouse, iconic city landmarks, local snacks, distinct culture, and Shanghainese phrases are featured throughout the merchandise.

Family reunion dinners are a longstanding tradition in Chinese culture. On February 4 and 5, in the Cinderella Ballroom, at Shanghai Disneyland Hotel, guests will be delivered a signature experience. The meal will not only be delicious, but will be a sight to see! Children can take a break from the meal and give a try at traditional paper-cutting activities, sugar painting, and even attempt making their own dumplings. During the dinner, guests can enjoy a live screening of the Chinese New Year Gala on televisions in the ballroom.

There will be a Chinese New Year Feast, from February 3-10, at Lumière’s Kitchen, featuring a magnificent buffet. Guests will have plenty of opportunities to capture all the memories of their meal, with Mickey, Minnie, and other Disney friends in their Chinese New Year costumes.

There are many other places to find traditional Chinese New Year holiday yummies. Wandering Moon Restaurant and the Royal Banquet Hall will have traditional meat and savory dishes. Remy’s Patisserie and II Paperino will also release unique, sweet, Disney dishes for the occasion. There is something for every food craving during the Chinese New Year season.

Don’t forget to bring the magic home with you! To honor tradition, Shanghai Disney Resort is releasing more than 40 limited-edition Chinese New Year merchandise items. The collection is inspired from customary colors and symbols in the Chinese culture. The merchandise includes a diverse variety of golden pigs, lantern designs, gold ingots, couplets, and other traditional items that are believed to create great holiday gift choices. Be sure and also check out the “Lucky Bags” returning again this year filled with exclusive merchandise inspired by Hamm the pig. Guests who purchase a Lucky Bag will have a chance to win roundtrip air tickets to Hong Kong from China Eastern Airlines.

New plush dolls, including Mickey, Duffy and their friends are also available! They’ll be dressed in the traditional red and gold colors and Chinese costumes. The colors also carry over to the resorts new fashion line. The shopping experience continues with brand-new sequined Minnie headbands, cross-body bags, limited-edition Chinese New Year pins, and more. All the merchandise is perfect to commemorate the New Year.

The time is now to extend your Lunar New Year Celebration. Be sure and check out all the decorations at the Toy Story Hotel and Shanghai Disneyland Hotel. The entryway, lobby, and beyond greet guest with traditional decorations and bright Disney additions created for the occasion. There may even be a few surprise visits to meet and greet Goofy in his Chinese New Year outfit! Last, families can also choose to stay in a themed room filled with decorations inspired Mickey and Minnie to celebrate the Chinese New Year.

Photo copyright by Shanghai Disney Resort.

Celebrate Mickey and Minnie’s 90th Anniversary with Yummy Eats at Disneyland

Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

January 17, 2019

Mickey and Minnie are celebrating their 90th anniversary with a huge celebration. It wouldn’t be a party without fabulous food, and Disneyland Resort has announced some of the yummy options you can choose. We’ve got your guide to the treats and where you can find them. The churros are taking center stage, but there is so much more. Get your ears on and try some of these party goodies.

Disneyland Park

Mickey Mouse Celebration Churro (small world Promenade) – chocolate, cookie butter, and Mickey confetti tops this churro. Served with Mickey dots and red marshmallow creme served on the side.
Fantasia Mickey Churro (near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad) – a chocolate churro served warm and festively sprinkled with red and blue sugar, alongside are a Sorcerer Mickey hat and red marshmallow creme

Banana Pudding Churro (near Haunted Mansion) – a classic churro with a banana pudding sauce for dipping. Did I mention this churro is coated in vanilla cookie crumbles?
“Celebrate Mickey” Chicken and Waffles (Carnation Cafe – breakfast only) – sweet frosted and sprinkled mini Mickey waffles are served alongside chicken with a frosted cereal crust
Hot Chicken and Waffles (Carnation Cafe) – spicy chicken and a large Mickey waffle are topped with blistered tomato and balsamic glaze

TV Dinner Pot Roast (Carnation Cafe) – mac and blue cheese with bacon, sauteed green beans, and carrots, and braised red cabbage share the plate with a Wagu pot roast and for dessert a pineapple upside down cake.
Birthday Sundae (Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor) – a classic with ice cream, fudge, brownie, whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry on top
Mickey Mouse Club Hat Dessert (Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe) – Mickey Ears and the familiar club logo decorate this chocolate mousse truffled dome filled with a vanilla bean creme brulee center
Specialty Toasted Cheese Sandwich (Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe) – three types of cheese (Swiss, Jack, and Fiscalini cheddar) along with pancetta and blackberry jam makes this sandwich amazing
Celebration Cake (Plaza Inn starts February 19) – red and yellow cake layers are separated with raspberry and lemon filling and topped with festive decorations

Mickey -inspired Cheeseburger (Red Rose Taverne) – A red potato bun surrounds a 1/3lb Angus burger topped with burger sauce laying on top of a lettuce leaf
Mickey Chocolate Chip Cookie Cupcake (Toon Town) – buttercream frosting, sprinkles, chocolate ears, a “party hat” cone, and red glitter macaron, and sugar candle make this party treat so very sweet.
Minnie Chocolate Chip Cookie Cupcake (Toon Town) – buttercream frosting, sprinkles, chocolate ears and Minnie’s signature red bow top this cupcake.
Bacon Mac & Cheese Footlong Hotdog (Pluto’s Dog House) – this dog is on an Italian roll with bacon mac and cheese on top
Mickey Mouse Pepperoni Pizza (Daisy’s Diner)
Mickeys Birthday Sundae (Clarabelle’s) – frozen yogurt on the bottom and loaded up with fruit popcorn, birthday cake cotton candy, candied chocolates, and colorful celebration cake
Jumbo Hand-Crafted Bavarian Pretzel (Troubador Tavern) – loaded with toppings of nacho cheese, crushed spicy onion chips, and smoked black salt

Mickey Hat Dessert (Rancho del Zocalo) – a dome of vanilla mousse surrounds a churro crunch filling and is decorated with mango glaze and striped Mickey ears.
Frozen Strawberry Horchata (Rancho del Zocalo) – topped with whipped cream a dehydrated strawberry, and a bit of sprinkled cinnamon
Sopes Trio (Rancho del Zocalo) – refried bean, lettuce, spicy lime aioli, salsa roja are served with chicken beef and pork on fried corn dough
Charcuterie Board (Cafe Orleans) – three types of artisanal cheese are served with sliced meats, honeycomb, dried fruit, nuts, cornichons, creole mustard, and toast
Smoked Salmon Salad
Fried Chicken and Beignets (Cafe Orleans) – buffalo style chicken and sweet traditional beignets are accompanied by waffle fries and herb bacon coleslaw
Birthday Cake Mickey Beignets (Cafe Orleans)
Mickeys’ Mac and Cheese (French Market – Kid’s meal)
Mickey Pasta with Marinara Sauce (French Market – Kid’s Meal)
Lobster Pot Pie Soup (Harbour Gallery) – Served in a bread bowl a rich cream sauce surrounds lobster, red potatoes, carrots, celery, and herbs

Vegan Hot Diggity Dog (Harbour Gallery) – spicy lentil chili, onions, and mustard dress up this vegan dog
Cookie Butter Monkey Bread (River Belle Terrace)
Mickey Jumbo Pretzel (River Belle Terrace)
Pad Thai Spring Roll (Bengal Barbecue) – this roll is packed with rice noodles, vegetables, scrambled eggs, shrimp, and cashews
S’mores Parfait (Galactic Grill and Alien Pizza Planet)
Bowtie Pasta (Alien Pizza Planet)
Buffalo Chicken Pizza (Alien Pizza Planet)

Disney California Adventure Park

Caramel Corn Churro (Willie’s Churros) – Sweet and salty, a classic churro topped with corn cereal sugar then salted caramel corn
Maple-Bacon Churro (near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail) – Sink your teeth into this classic churro sweet with cinnamon sugar and maple icing then topped with crumbled bacon
Celebration Mickey Chocolate Churro (near Goofy’s Sky School) – This churro is crusted with chocolate cookies, drizzled with chocolate icing, then festively topped with sprinkles

Steamboat Willie Black and White Cookie (Trolly Treats)
Mickey’s Chocolate Cup and Brownie(Fiddler, Fife, and Practical Cafe)
Hand-dipped Mickey or Minnie Ice Cream Bar (Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream)
Confetti Cake Shake (Smokejumpers Grill) – this vanilla shake has crumbled cake and icing then topped with whipped cream and festive Mickey sprinkles

“Share YOur Ears” Cheeseburger (Smokejumpers Grill) – this classic cheeseburger comes with cheeseburger slider ears
Cookies ‘n’ Cream Bread Pudding (Pacific Warf Cafe)
Mickey Fun Wheel Cookie (Gourmet Coffee Cart) – a raspberry filled sugar cookie is decorated to resemble mickeys fun wheel and drizzled with colored chocolate
Celebration Cookies (Gourmet Coffee Cart) a raspberry jam filled shortbread cookie is served with two dulce de leche filled shortbread cookies then topped off with a chocolate Mickey celebration logo
Spectacular Mickey Pizza (Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta) – Mickey-shaped pepperoni and “confetti” peppers and onion s top this cheese pizza

A Cheesy Celebration (Award Wieners) – a toasted bun hugs a cheddar sausage link that is topped with mac and cheese, salsa verde, cheese curds, and spicy cheese puff crumbles
More Cheese Please (Award Wieners) – mac and cheese, salsa verde, cheese curds, and spicy cheese puff crumbles top these filmstrip fries
“Get Your Ears on” Funnel Cake Fries (Award Wieners) – these fries are dusted with chocolate cookies then topped with cookies and cream icing, whipped cream, “90” sprinkles and adorned with chocolate sandwich cookie ears
Celebration Cake Funnel Fries (Award Wieners) – sweet fries with toppings of crumbled confetti cake, frosting, whipped cream, and festive Mickey sprinkles

Mickey Donut with apple filling (Schmoozies!)
Minnie Donut with cherry filling (Schmoozies!)
Mickey Cookies ‘n’ Cream shake topped with “90” sprinkles (Schmoozies!)
Birthday Hat Macaron (Cozy Cone Motel)

The Disneyland Hotel is hosting two party events.

Get Your Ears On – A Mickey and Minnie Celebration DInner at Goofy’s Kitchen – Starting January 18th
- Chef Goofy is throwing a party for his pals and you are invited! Themed party food, festive decor, and take home swag make this dinner a celebration. The all-you-care-to-enjoy meal has 5 stations featuring fun and original dishes, including Steamboat Chili, Mouse Ear Cookies, and celebration cupcakes. Our guests of honor Micky and Minnie plan on attending so make your reservations and join the party.
Mickey’s Tea Party Celebration will run January 19 – March 31. This afternoon-tea is held at Steakhouse 55 and features sweet and savory treats and looseleaf teas. Reservations are recommended. The tea parties are held on Saturdays and Sundays as well as every Thursday in March from 12:00 – 3:00. There are two menus to choose from, the Classic Celebration Tea and the Premium Celebration.
- Classic Celebration Tea
  - Chicken Salad Tea Sandwich
  - Roasted Watermelon and Pimento Goat Cheese on Pumpernickel
  - Blueberry, Ricotta, Prosciutto, and shredded Coconut Sandwich
  - Apple and Edamame Sandwich
  - Duo Chocolate Strawberries
  - Assorted Themed desserts
  - Teas and Herbal Infusions
- Premium Celebration
  - Salad with Tomato, Melon, and Burrata with Balsamic Reduction
  - Roasted Watermelon and Pimento Goat Cheese on Pumpernickel
  - Blueberry, Ricotta, Prosciutto, and shredded Coconut Sandwich
  - Apple and Edamame Sandwich
  - Duo Chocolate Strawberries
  - Assorted themed desserts
  - Teas and Herbal Infusions

Disney’s Grand California Resort & Spa has three locations to get in on the delicious party fun.

Storyteller’s Cafe has buffet offerings including Mickey Mac & Cheese, Minnie “Bow” Pasta, Mickey Pepperoni Flatbread, and Minnie Polka-Dot Cheese Flatbread.
White Water Snacks is offering a Mickey Mouse-Shaped Artisanal Pizza, Mickey Mouse Pretzel, and a sweet Mickey Mouse Birthday Cake Crispy Treat.
Hearthstone Lounge has Mickey’s Baked Alaska, and Mickey Mouse-Shaped Artisanal Pizza.

I’ll take one of each! With so many birthdays treats it will be tough to choose a favorite. Which treat are you looking forward to?

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NEW Purple Churro At Disneyland

Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

January 17, 2019

There’s a NEW Purple Churro at Disneyland and we love it! This churro is crispy on the outside, rolled in sweet crunchy sugar, and tender and soft on the inside. We found this purple treat at the churro cart by the Haunted Mansion.

This photo worthy Purple Churro can be yours for only $5.25 + tax!

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Are you a lover of all things purple? Disneyland has several other purple treats for you! Head over to Rancho del Zocalo for the Purple Fish Tacos, and a Jamaica Freeze topped with candied hibiscus flowers. Or indulge in more sweet purple treats like the Purple Cake Pop or Purple Glove Macaron. Yum!

Our friends visiting Walt Disney World have plenty of purple treats to choose from too! I’m in love with the Purple Galaxy Cupcake and the Purple Starry Sky Chocolate Cake!

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Paddlefish and Terralina Release January Signature Event Schedule.

Jessica Jones

January 17, 2019

Paddlefish Restaurant and Terralina are kicking off the new year right! The two restaurants have released their signature event schedule for January and February. These events are sure to not disappoint!

Terralina Crafted Italian will hold the first signature event of the year by celebrating National Cheese Lovers Day! Guests who love cheese as much as my daughter does will be delighted to hear they won’t have to wait long for this signature event. On January 20^th guests can purchase a limited-edition Italian cheesecake complete with berries and marsala zabaglione. Best part, it is only $10!

On January 23rd, will be Terralina’s first wine dinner of the year! During the signature event, guests will be treated to an exclusive four-course dinner with expert wine pairings. This event is available at an addition fee of $75.00 per person. For more tickets and more information click here.

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Have you made your reservations yet? Might we suggest reservations at Terralina Crafted Italian? This special signature event is $100 per couple, which includes a bottle of Sparkling Le Dolci Colline Rose Spumante. You will earn major brownie parts with this reservation.

On every second Tuesday of every month head on over to Paddlefish for a wine-filled evening! Paddlefish is continuing with the rooftop wine experiences. February’s Signature Event will be dedicated to the wines of Napa, whereas, March will be dedicated to the wines of Burgundy. To register for this Signature event, click here.

Also located at Paddlefish is the Seafood Secrets Cooking Class. Scheduled for January 25^th, participants will join Executive Chef, Steve Richard, as they learn the secrets behind some of the crowd-favorite dishes. To register, click here.

Not interested in a signature event but would like to try one of these amazing restaurants? Try the Buzz Pop Cocktails at Paddlefish! These amazing cocktails come as a nostalgic push pop with an alcoholic twist, which comes in an assortment of flavors.

Which signature event would you attend? You would find me at the Cheese lovers event!

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Chinese New Year Festivities Occurring at Three Disney Parks.

Jessica Jones

January 17, 2019

It’s the year of the pig and the year of celebrations! Disney will be celebrating with Chinese New Year festivities across three Disney resorts around the world. Guests who are visiting Shanghai Disney, Hong Kong Disneyland, or Disney California Adventure will be able to partake in the celebrations.

At Hong Kong Disneyland, those that are visiting can start their celebrations today! Hong Kong Disneyland is the first resort kick off the Chinese New Year Festivities occurring now through February 24^th. During the celebrations, guests on Main Street, U.S.A. can visit with Mickey and friends, including Duffy’s Cookie who will be joining the Chinese New Year festivities for the firs time! Each friend will be decked out in their brand new Chinese New Year festivities outfits. At the Castle Hub stage, guests can participate in a God of Fortune Goofy Celebration Moment or watch performers dressed in traditional Chinese outfits around the park. Located in Fantasyland will be the Three Little Pigs-Fiddler, Fifer, and Practical!

Around Hong Kong Disneyland will be more than 50 new themed merchandise items and 60 themed food and beverage offerings throughout the resorts. In addition, February 5 through 9 will feature newly designed Lai See packets distributed to visitors entering the park while stock lasts.

At Shanghai Disney, the Chinese New Year festivities will begin on January 19th through February 19^th. Shanghai Disney will be transformed into a festive atmosphere as vibrant lanterns, Chinese couplets, floral garlands and paper decorations bring this resort to life. The Garden of the Twelve Friends will also be transformed into the Wishing Garden.

During this special event, guests can enjoy a special Chinese New Year festival carnival at the Wishing Star Market, customary drum ceremony near the Storytellers Statue, and watch Mickey and friends in a special performance of Shanghai Swing. A nightly showing of Ignite the Dream: A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light will be topped off with a post-show moment to commemorate the holiday on January 25-26, February 4-10 and on the February 19^th.

At Disney’s California Adventure the Chinese New Year Festivities continue January 25^th through February 17^th. The Disneyland Resort take this opportunity to showcase the Lunar New Year for guests of all ages to experience the Asian culture. Guests can experience inspired food, music and entertainment during the celebrations. During this limited-time opportunity guests can also enjoy an enhanced “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession” featuring The Three Little Pigs while four Asian marketplaces pay homage to the Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese cuisine.

How do you celebrate the Chinese New Year?

Source: Disney Parks Blog

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All New 60 Second Look At ‘Penguins’

Sara Parr

January 17, 2019

Disneynature’s newest film, “Penguins,” is a “coming-of-age story about an Adélie penguin named Steve who joins millions of fellow males in the icy Antarctic spring on a quest to build a suitable nest, find a life partner and start a family.”

In order to capture the beautiful footage used in “Penguins,” Disneynature assembled a team of the best polar experts in the world. They traveled to four different locations over the course of 3 years, gathering footage from over 900 days. The conditions were frigid, with temperatures dropping below -40° F and winds topping out at over 150 mph on occasion. But their efforts were not in vain, as they were able to capture the extraordinary story of Steve, who promises to capture the hearts of moviegoers around the globe. “It’s so fun to watch Steve compete with all the other penguins to set up his nest and win his mate,” said Roy Conli, one of the producers of “Penguins,” “It’s hard not to relate to this guy.”

“Antarctica is one of the few areas in the world that most people will never have an opportunity to see firsthand,” said Conli. “It’s one of the most remote and harshest environments on Earth—but its stark beauty is breathtaking. Cultivating an understanding and appreciation of the area, the surrounding oceans and the animals who live there is essential to the future of our planet. That’s one of the reasons I love sharing the story of Steve—a penguin who’s working so hard to thrive in this world, and doing his part for the next generation.”

Disneynature is partnering with the Wildlife Conservation Network (WCN) to contribute towards penguin conservation and protection. “Disneynature has an amazing platform,” said Charles Knowles, president and co-founder of WCN. “They’re able to reach a global audience in a way that we can hardly fathom. They are uniquely positioned to tell the real story of penguins and the challenges they face. By teaming up with Disneynature—which is so strongly aligned with our own mission—we are able to uniquely communicate about the species we care so much about.” To learn more about how WCN is saving wildlife and the work of their conservation partners, visit wildnet.org.

Disneynature’s “Penguins” opens in theaters nationwide and select IMAX® theatres starting Wednesday, April 17, 2019. It will be the first-ever Disneynature film to be released in IMAX®. For every ticket sold during opening week (April 17-23, 2019), Disneynature will make a donation to the Wildlife Conservation Network (WCN) to help protect penguins across the southern hemisphere.

Image Source: Disneynature

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Easter is Coming to Tokyo Disneyland Resort!

Tessa H

January 17, 2019

Easter is coming to Tokyo Disneyland Resort this year from April 4th to June 2nd! Both Tokyo DisneySea and Tokyo Disneyland will hold a special “Disney Easter” of fun for 60 days! This year the parks will hold two different themes for the first time in two years. “Disney Easter” will also feature at the hotels and Disney Resort line!

Tokyo DisneySea

Tokyo DisneySea renews its Easter theme this year as well as introducing new characters called Usapiyo! The story goes, Mickey Mouse was preparing for Easter and found some chicks drawn on eggshells. Then Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck drew rabbit’s ears onto the shells, then hatched multiple loveable Usapiyo who can be found all over the resort. Usapiyos will star in the Easter parade “Tip-Top Easter” at the Mediterranean Harbor, together with Mickey Mouse and his friends, this fun parade includes 5 floats to celebrate Easter together!

Tokyo Disneyland

Easter is coming back with force this year as Tokyo Disneyland prepares itself for the return of the mischievous and curious character “Utama” for the first time in two years! Utama, the egg character with rabbit ears, will be hatching and causing havoc around the park, requiring Mickey and his friends to chase after them in the fun parade “Utama Major Escape!” where they pursue “Utama” around the park! The parade will appear twice a day and consists of seven large floats with one float being a huge vacuum cleaner or “Utama” detection machine to capture the mischievous eggs!

This egg-citing celebration continues throughout the park as guests will be given a free guide containing hints to where the cheeky eggs are hiding around the park!

Decorations

At Tokyo Disneyland there will be many decorations of Utashima who are fond of the mischievous Utama! Guests can find Easter themed decorations at the plaza in front of Cinderella’s Castle, showing how bewildered Goofy and Max Goof are of their new Easter friends who are causing mischief! Also in Toontown, guests can find a photo location of Easter Egg maker where “Utama” is born!

At Tokyo DisneySea, many decorations of Usapiyo will appear on the Mediterranean Harbour and American Waterfront. In addition, to celebrate Easter there will be a colourful Easter egg at the entrance, featuring our new favourite friends the Usapiyo! Alongside our new Easter friends, the waterfront park of the American Waterfront will also have decorations featuring Mickey Mouse and Pluto as well as Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck!

Merchandise

What better way to celebrate Easter than with bunny-inspired merchandise sold from the 1st April, guests will be able to find a variety of merchandise from hats to souvenirs of our new friends!

Dining

The Easter theme is also incorporated into the delicious food offered at Tokyo Disney containing many egg-like menus using egg-like appearances creating an “Egg Food Hunt” for guests. In Tokyo Disneyland guests can dine at the Huey, Dewey & Louie’s Good Time Cafe and eat scrambled egg and ham cutlets on egg-shaped bread rolls! Likewise, in Grandma’s Kitchen, guests will find their rice shaped like a broken egg!

At DisneySea, the New York Deli will serve guests a special set of sandwiches containing ham and avocados in buns which looked like fried eggs! At the Café Portofino, the carbonara pasta dish will have a hidden egg inside! Menus contain other colourful appetizers, desserts like coconut pudding in the image of a broken egg. The desserts will also be sold with a souvenir cup designed “Rabbit Piyo”!

Resort Line

At the Resort Line gateway, “Disney Easter” decorations will be on display welcoming guests featuring limited-time designs free tickets featuring all the characters from the special celebration!

Broadway’s Original Tarzan’s Perform At EPCOT Broadway Concert Series

Kelly Kerl

January 17, 2019

Disney is bringing two Broadway veterans back for the Epcot International Festival for the Arts Broadway Concert Series. Josh Strickland and Kevin Massey, who originated (and understudied) the role of Tarzan on Broadway, will perform along with other notable Broadway names.

Tarzan, The Broadway Musical, debut on Broadway in 2006. Phil Collins wrote all the music and lyrics for the show and the film. The show closed in 2007, after nearly 500 performances, and went on to debut on-stage around the world. Most notably, Josh reprised his role as Tarzan in the German production, singing the score in German this time!

Kevin will begin the Broadway series, performing with Kerry Butler (Beauty and the Beast, Mean Girls), January 18, 19, 22, 23, and 26th. Josh performs with Ashley Brown (Mary Poppins, Beauty and the Beast), February 11, 12, 15, 16, 19, 20, and 23rd.

Both Kevin and Josh sat down to chat with D23 about their days on the Great White Way. They both agree that the best part of performing as Tarzan was “flying” from tree to tree on stage. As difficult as the movements of Tarzan were for both of them at first, they were surprised how natural it felt after they began performances.

The Epcot International Festival of the Arts starts January 18th and continues through February 25th. Talents from all over the world will be on hand showcasing their visual, culinary and performing arts.

Source: D23

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