Disney Springs Sweets, Treats, and Savory Dishes Around For the Holidays

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November 15, 2018

Disney Springs has sweets, treats, and savory dishes to from full meals to small bites just for the holidays. If you have ever been to Disney Springs you know that everything and anything you could possibly want to eat can be found somewhere within the very large and growing property. New dining locations are always evolving and turning up at every corner. With that brings several options for you to get your holiday grub on! Follow us through this delicious journey to find the top holiday food and drink around for a limited time!

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar has some of the best(in my opinion) drinks at the Springs! For a limited time, they have a couple of frosty drinks sure to warm you up. The Jack Frost is a Floridian flavor with cinnamon cream liqueur, coconut rum, blue liqueur, pineapple, and lemon juice garnished with an orange. Next is the Jocks Holiday Nog(my favorite) Eggnog, vodka, cinnamon cream liqueur, vanilla syrup, and mint candies on top!

What would lunch be without a burger? How about a “D-Lux” Burger? This turkey burger features fried butternut squash risotto, fresh mozzarella, bacon cranberry jam, lettuce, and tomato. Of course, you can’t have a burger at D’Lux Burger without a shake! How about the Peppermint Cookies and Cream shake?

The Ganachery never lets us down when it comes to chocolate goodness, especially at the holidays. Warm up with the Hot Ganache, hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and chocolate crispies. If you want a little zing to it, 21 and older guests can add alcohol to theirs. While you are sipping on your Hot Ganache you can snack on one of the holiday sweets like Santa Mickey Pinata, Mickey and Minnie Christmas Cottage, Peppermint Bark, Eggnog Ganache Squares, and Candycake Ganache Squares!

My favorite thing EVER when I went to Disneyland was their many different flavor churros! 4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck in Disney Springs has brought the magical world of flavored churros into small little Gingerbread balls of goodness! They are tossed in spiced sugar and served with cream cheese frosting to dip.

What would the holidays be without some hot ham or turkey? Luckily the Earl of Sandwich has you covered! Their Holiday Ham Sandwich – ham, cheddar, yams, and cranberry sauce on freshly-toasted artisan bread and their Holiday Turkey Sandwich – turkey, cornbread stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, and mayonnaise on freshly-toasted artisan bread are so delish you will feel like your at home for holiday dinner.

Saving the best for last… Amorette’s Patisserie! There are so many mouthwateringly good holiday treats they are almost too many to list, but I tried anyway. Don’t judge me while I try them…all…

Gingerbread Hat Cookie Ornaments
Goofy Hat Cookie – Nov. 25-Dec. 1
Donald Hat Cookie – Dec. 2-9
Pluto Hat Cookie – Dec. 10-17
Minnie Hat Cookie – Dec. 18-24
Mickey Hat Cookie – Dec. 25-30
Orange Cranberry Chardonnay Wine Slushy…. oh my! But wait, there’s more!

Peppermint Chocolate Milkshake – topped with whipped cream and served with a paper straw coated in crushed peppermint
Pear Mousse – with poached pear wine reduction and fresh pears
Santa Mickey Macaron Lollipop – filled with eggnog ganache
Snowman Macaron Lollipop – hot-chocolate-flavored macarons filled with milk chocolate ganache and a marshmallow cream center
Spiced Plum Petite Cake – 5 spice chiffon cake with plum pâté de fruit and honey mousse
Winter Wonderland Petite Cake – cinnamon nutmeg chiffon cake with cranberry cherry pâté de fruit and salted caramel calvados mousse
Gingerbread Mickey Dome Cake
Santa Mickey Dome Cake

Check Out The Disney Gift Card Holiday Pin Series For 2018

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Danielle

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November 15, 2018

Gift Card Holiday Pin

Each year since 2009 during the holidays, the Disney Parks always release a stunning Gift Card Holiday Pin Series. The series features a decorative gift card, that comes with one of several collectible pins in a series. This year’s series is a trip back to childhood wonder, that has us reminiscing of Christmas past.

Check Out The Disney Gift Card Holiday Pin Series For 2018

Mickey and his pals are getting in the holiday spirit, trimming the tree, wrapping presents, and even delivering presents. Each of these Disney Gift Card designs has a dash of sparkle that captures the holiday season. There are four different card designs, and each comes with a complimenting winter window pin. The Disney Trading Pins feature a “stained-glass” look, that brings to life these winter window scenes. These cards are activated for $100.00, that is redeemable for practically all things Disney. The only way to get these pins, is as part of this limited-edition Disney Gift Card holiday series.

The Disney Gift Card Holiday Pin Series is available now at select merchandise locations throughout Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. You can also find other holiday gift card designs at DisneyGiftCard.com

Minnie Mouse Christmas Bows Add A Dash Of Holiday Cheer

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Danielle

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November 15, 2018

Minnie Mouse Christmas Bows

I love adding pops of Disney to my everyday attire. Now that it’s the holidays I love incorporating seasonal twists as well! These Minnie Mouse Christmas Bows are the perfect way to add a subtle touch of holiday cheer and Disney style.

These little Christmas darlings come in a set of two, and are perfect for pigtails, splitting with your best friend, or even a side part. You can even clip one onto your purse, or backpack for an extra touch of Disney holiday cheer there as well. The red and green bows have a sequined Minnie Mouse in the center which also adds a touch of shimmer, and for just six bucks, they’re a deal!

Get your very own Minnie Mouse Christmas Bows HERE.

New Permits for the Star Wars Hotel Have Been Filed

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Heather Adamczak

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November 15, 2018

We haven’t heard much about the new Star Wars hotel that Disney is developing other than ideas based on the concept art they revealed at the D23 Expo last year. California Coaster Kings just found new permits that were filed that reveal many new details about the resort. From the look of the color-coded drawings, there will only be 32 rooms themed as “cabins” like in a spaceship located in the brown shaded in area located on the first floor. It is hard to tell if there will be additional rooms on the other floor.

It isn’t easy to make out the documents but it appears there will be one point of entry with security measures including x-ray scanners for luggage and guest metal detectors.

Once you leave the secure area you are “transported” in an elevator to your guest rooms. It leads you to believe that it will look something like the concept art that Disney released here.

Highlighted in yellow is where a table service dining experience and buffet. There is another room labeled “Dojo” which could be a store or another area for guests to be entertained. There also appears to be two different “portal” areas to the restaurant as well. We can only imagine what extent the “space” theme will be within the resort.

We will continue to bring you details as we find them about the Star Wars Resort. Thank you to California Coasters for this great find! Do you have plans to visit Star Wars Land: Galaxy’s Edge when it opens?

Images/Source: California Coaster Kings / Additional Images: Disney

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Meet Iron Chef Morimoto and Chef Art Smith During Special Dining Event At Disney Springs

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Kaitlyn

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November 15, 2018

Meet Iron Chef Morimoto and Chef Art Smith During Special Dining Event At Disney Springs

Famed Iron Chef Morimoto and Chef Art Smith invite guests, over the age of 21, to a unique dining experience available for one night only called Sake & Shine 2.0 hosted at Disney Springs located at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, FL.

Starting at 7 p.m. guests will enjoy the evening by starting a three course meal of various Pan-Asian offerings at Morimoto Asia in a reserved area on the second floor of the restaurant, called the Forbidden Lounge balcony. While at Morimoto Asia guests will also get the opportunity to try sake and beer pairings along with their delicious three course meal.

After dinner guests attending the event will head on over to Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ for a variety of desserts, including Chef Smith’s signature Huummingbird and Shine cakes, as well as a build-your-own Florida-Strawberry shortcake bar. While at Homecomin’ guests will also get the chance to try different moonshine-based cocktails.

Through the evening Iron Chef Morimoto and Chef Art Smith will be mingling with the guests of the Sake & Shine 2.0 event, signing autographs, and posing with guests for photos. The event will take place at 7 p.m. on Friday, November 30, 2018.

Tickets for the event are $180.72 per adult, and guests must be 21 and older to attend. Click Here to purchase your event tickets.

Morimoto Asia opened its doors on September 30, 2015 in Disney Springs, then known as Downtown Disney. After the name changed to Disney Springs Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ joined the Disney Dining family and opened July 12, 2016. Both locations have incredible menus and are favored dining locations by Disney Springs guests. Both restaurants will still be available for guests who are not attending the event and wish to dine regularly at either Morimoto Asia or Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ for dinner that same evening.

The Sake & Shine 2.0 guests are sure to enjoy a special one-of-a-kind evening with two talented Chef’s and their delicious creations.

Photo Credit: Patina Restaurant Group

Disney Wins Several Awards for Attractions and Entertainment This Week

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 15, 2018

It’s been a great week for Disney Parks! Disney accepted 4 separate awards this week for excellence in its theme parks.

The Themed Entertainment Association awarded Nemo and Friends SeaRider at Tokyo Disney Sea a Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement on Tuesday. It isn’t hard to she’s why. This guest favorite employs innovative technology to allow guests to explore the wonders of the sea. Onboard guests a “shrunk” down to fish size in order to get up close and personal with marine life and discover the world of Nemo in never before seen ways.

Then on Wednesday, Disney brought home not one but three brass rings from the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA). A true honor, IAAPA presents Brass Ring Awards to honor excellence in food and beverage, games and retail, human resources, live entertainment, marketing, new products and exhibits in the Amusement park industry and is highly regarded

The Broadway-caliber musical Beauty and the Beast on Disney Dream won the award for Best Theatrical Production. This retelling of the classic Disney film brings the movie to life right on stage with dancing, music and beautiful costuming. The award is certainly well deserved as this show truly is a cut above most cruise ship entertainment.

The award for Most Creative Multimedia Spectacular went to Celebrate! at Tokyo Disneyland. This multimedia water, protection, and pyrotechnics show made its debut on July 10 to celebrate Tokyo Disneylands 35th anniversary. It opened to critical acclaim. The show celebrates some of Tokyo Disneylands most popular attractions as well as beloved Disney films.

The newest toy on the block also found acclaim. The Light Up Slinky Dog toy available in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios won the award for Best Hard Goods. It’s easy to see why. My toddler fell in love with this little guy while we were there last, and (unlike many souvenirs) has played with him nearly every day since. It’s safe to say Disney Parks has a hit with this simple, but entertaining new toy!

Bob Weis, President of Walt Disney Imagineering, released a statement on behalf of Imagineers, “I’m so proud of the Imagineers who created and brought to life Nemo & Friends SeaRider at Tokyo DisneySea; our Live Entertainment teams that delivered two more award-winning shows – an amazing nighttime spectacular honoring the 35th anniversary of Tokyo Disneyland, and an innovative and powerful theatrical performance of Beauty and the Beast aboard the Disney Dream cruise ship; and the merchandise team who helped bring Slinky Dog to life in an entirely new way as a light-up toy.”

We couldn’t agree with these choices more. Congratulations to the winners!

If you’d like to see any of this award-winning attractions, contact me at [email protected] or fill out the form below to get started planning your next Disney adventure! My services are completely free and I cannot wait to help you turn your Disney dreams into Disney plans!

Sea World Orlando Announces Events Lineup for 2019

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 15, 2018

There will be something happening at Sea World Orlando every week in 2019. Here are the amazing and some new experiences that guests can have including tasty and family-friendly events, all included with an Annual pass and theme park admission.

Three Kings Day Celebration: Daily Jan 1-6

Commemorate the arrival of the Three Wise Men during SeaWorld’s Three Kings Day Celebration. Guest will be able to close out the holiday season with specialty cuisine and celebratory experiences that honor the cherished traditions of Latin cultures.

***NEW*** Inside Look: Weekends, Jan 12-27 and Weekends, May 11-19

Offered twice during 2019, guests can go behind the scenes and visit areas never before opened to the public. Tag along SeaWorld’s renowned veterinarians and animal experts as they give an intimate look at the day-to-day care they provide for animals large and small. Guests will also get to meet SeaWorld’s Rescue Team and learn about their amazing life-saving work.

***NEW*** Elmo’s Birthday Weekend: Feb 2-3

Celebrate Elmo’s birthday at SeaWorld with interactive DJ dance party, games, and surprise visitors. This weekend-long party helps to welcome the brand new Sesame Street at SeaWorld opening in the spring of 2019.

Electric Ocean: Select Nights, May 24-Sept. 1

Witness “Ignite”, a spectacular nighttime show with electrifying music as guests are immersed in a sea of wonder featuring fireworks, lasers, and fountains.

Craft Beer Festival: Weekends, Sept 7-29

Spanning 4 weekends next fall will be SeaWorld’s Craft Beer Festival featuring 100+ brews on draft locations around the park. Enjoy unique food items designed to be paired with festival brews.

SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular: Weekends, Sept 21 – Oct 27

Join the largest family-friendly Halloween event in Orlando. Come one, come all to celebrate with the all-new Sesame Street Halloween Parade, with fantastic floats, performances, and everyone’s favorite furry friends. Families will also be able to enjoy a Halloween Dance Party, go trick-or-treating around the park and meet whimsical sea characters along the way.

Praise Wave: Weekends, Nov 2-17

Returning in the Fall is Praise Wave where guests can celebrate Christian Fellowship and inspiring music by attending uplifting live concerts from the hottest names in Christian music.

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration: Nov 23 – Dec 31

To end the year SeaWorld’s invites guests to come and see more than 3 million lights blanket the park while immersing themselves in the sight, sounds, and tastes of the season. The event will also feature live shows, holiday treats, and opportunities to visit Santa Claus and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.

The best way to experience all of the events in 2019 is with SeaWorld’s new annual pass. You’ll also receive members-only benefits such as dining and shopping discounts, free guest tickets, free parking, and reserved concert seating. For Florida residents, low introductory prices start at $9.99 a month but hurry as this offer ends Nov. 30.

If you are interested in planning a trip to SeaWorld Orlando, Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line or any other Disney Park I’d be happy to help. I am a travel agent with Pixie Dusted Dreams Travel & Events, the official travel partner of Chip and Company. My services are free and I take the hassle out of planning a vacation. You may contact me at [email protected] or find me on Facebook.

Mary Poppins Returns Posters Are Here

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 15, 2018

Mary Poppins Returns Posters

It’s been 54 years since the enigmatic Mary Poppins captured hearts on the big screen. After more than half a century, she’s back, making this one of the longest waits between a movie and it’s sequel in history. One might say that with such a large gap, the opportunity has passed and the original is past it’s prime. Not our Mary though. Mary Poppins has made her way into the hearts and minds of generations and endeared herself as one of the most beloved characters in movie history so a sequel, no matter how late, is one that we are beside ourselves with excitement for.

Taking place 25 years after the events of the original, Mary Poppin returns to the Banks home to help the children of her former charge, Michael Banks through a difficult time in their lives. A synopsis like that sounds perfect and full of magical opportunity for viewers to be swept up in the world of fantasy that has become so very definitive of Marry Poppins.

We do admit though, we’ve been nervous. The original cast has solidified themselves in our minds. Julie Andrews IS Mary Poppins. Dick Van Dyke IS Bert. How could anyone take their place? So when we received word today of new posters for the movie, we looked with skeptical optimism. Boy, were we surprised. They look incredible and we are now we are wondering, sure Julie Andrews may always be Mary Poppins in our mind’s eye, but maybe, just maybe Emily Blunt is Mary Poppins too.

Take a look at the new photos in the gallery below and let us know what you think!

Absolutely Darling I’m Done Adulting, Where’s Disney Tee

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Danielle

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November 15, 2018

I definitely have my “I’m done adulting days”, being a grown up has it’s perks and all, but sometimes I just want to be a kid at Disney again! I think this I’m Done Adulting, Where’s Disney Tee by MouseApparel on Etsy, perfectly sums up how I feel some mornings.

This adorable v-neck would be great while on a Disney vacation. It would also be perfect for a casual day with leggings on those days you just don’t wanna. They are available in grey, black or hot pink! The black shirt comes with white writing to be visible. Add in some Starbucks, and a Mickey Mouse rice kripsy treat, and I think I can recover in time for adulting again.

If you have days you’d rather be at Disney than adulting like me, you can get yours here.

Citizen Celebrates Being the Official Timepiece of Disney Parks

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Heather Adamczak

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November 15, 2018

We have already announced that Citizen was now the official timepiece of Disney parks, but today we have a special treat from Citizen featuring their new commercial. The commercial has vintage Disney flair with the March Hare and his typical “late” Alice in Wonderland theme. It is too cute to miss! All around Walt Disney World and Disneyland the attraction wait time clocks have been changed over to “Citizen” watch style.

While the clocks are new, they have been seamlessly integrated into the already timeless attractions. In an official statement from Citizen: “As part of the long-term promotional alliance, the Citizen logo is now displayed on the Main Street U.S.A. clocks in Magic Kingdom Park at the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Park at the Disneyland Resort. The logo is also featured on select FastPass clocks displaying return times for park attractions at both resorts. Additionally, the Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort will begin offering Citizen timepieces featuring designs unique to Disney Parks beginning Spring 2019.” it was mentioned Spring 2019, when in fact the clocks have already been swapped out almost at every attraction.

This new partnership also branches out to the Marvel Universe! The promotional alliance also includes a sponsorship of the Marvel Minute and other digital content on Marvel.com developed by Marvel New Media’s Creative Space.

Check out their new commercial spot airing on ABC now.

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Cool-down At Newly Opened UOAP Lounge at Universal Orlando

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 15, 2018

Cool-down At Newly Opening UOAP Lounge at Universal Orlando

Annual and season-pass holders now have a new place to sit back, relax, and keep cool at Universal Orlando. The park opened a new lounge presented by none other than Coca-Cola. The new lounge can be found at Universal Studios Florida and is exclusive to passholders! Featuring an Arctic Coke Cooler, this lounge is sure to be popular on those hot Florida days.

Don’t know what an Arctic Coke Cooler? No worries, we’ve got you covered. Imagine taking your favorite Coke product and instantly turning it into a slush! Yeah, we are talking about that kind of ice-cold, crystalized goodness. But wait, there’s more!

More than your body need recharging? Phone dying in the parks…stop in for a full charge while you cool-down. That’s right, the lounge is complete with several charging stations for season and passholders to utilize while they enjoy chilly refreshment and comfy seating. Some things to note, however: The lounge is only open from now to January 31, 2019. Hours of operation are 11 am – 4 pm daily! As well, there is limited capacity.

Stop in and check out the new cool-spot located near Schwab’s Pharmacy on Hollywood Boulevard at Universal Studios Florida. Be sure to snap some photos too. Use #UOAP to let others see this awesome new hide-away!

‘Storytelling Coaster’ – Epcot’s Guardians of the Galaxy Attraction – A Ride Like No Other

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 15, 2018

‘Storytelling Coaster’ – Epcot’s Guardians of the Galaxy Attraction – A Ride Like No Other – The first details of this epic ride are being shared. Innovations in this new storytelling coaster will amazing riders. Bringing to life the “Guardians of the Galaxy” adventure in an epic new way.

Disney Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products Chairman Bob Chapek shared details of how the ride system and passenger vehicles will present an encounter that is unique. A storytelling ride that fuses the epic story with coaster thrills.

“On most coasters, the vehicles point straight ahead throughout the ride,” Bob explained. “But on this attraction, each individual cab will be programmed to direct your eye to the story happening around you.

What does this mean for riders? It means you are not watching the action around you, you are part of it from the moment you launch! A few stats, once open the attraction will be one of the longest enclosed roller coasters in the world. In the construction earlier this year, 960 trucks of concrete were used in the foundation of the colossal coaster! To give you an idea of the size, the building that will house the ride is so immense, that the volume of four Spaceship Earth attractions could fit inside!

‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ attraction is slated to open in Future World at Epcot for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort in 2021.

Are you a Guardians of the Galaxy fan? If you are, now is a great time to begin planning your visit to Walt Disney World Resort in time for the coaster opening!

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