Disney Springs Portabello Restaurant Has a New Name – Terralina

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July 11, 2017

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We recently reported that the Portobello Restaurant at Disney Springs was closing to undergo an extensive refurbishment and would reopen with a new name. Today, we have learned that the restaurant has been renamed “Terralina Crafted Italian” or “Terralina.”

In addition to a new name and a new look, guests can expect a new menu when the restaurant opens its doors again. Here is complete information of what we can expect to find when we enter the new restaurant as well as what will be cooked up in the kitchen!

Life is meant to be savored through the simplest of pleasures.

At Terralina Crafted Italian, our table is set in that very spirit.

Inspired by Italy’s Lake District, with its alluring vistas and sun-drenched settings, you have a standing invitation to soak in all that feels good. James Beard Award winning chef, Tony Mantuano, brings crafted Italian cooking and everyone together around genuine flavors and authentic dishes so precisely honored that they are easy to enjoy. Tony’s kitchen is at the heart of Terralina and the wood-burning oven fires a selection of hand tossed pizzas and calzones and fresh vegetable along with dishes from the hearth including chicken parmesan and seafood cannelloni prepared with housemade pasta. Uniquely furnished dining rooms radiate out from the kitchen, each with a collection of found art or pieces that share the stories of moments spent celebrating. Our glass conservatory sweeps down to dining at the water’s edge, giving Terralina a perfect vantage point to Lake Buena Vista. The veranda bar is a welcome invitation to relax and sip on craft cocktails, muddled with herbs from our own garden, and linger while people-watching out over Riverfront Plaza while toasting Terralina.

Experience la dolce vita!

Terralina has a projected opening date of Fall 2017. We will let you know when the official date is announced.

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Disney Springs Portabello Restaurant Has a New Name - Terralina

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D23 Expo 2017 Will Host Mickey’s of Glendale Pop-Up Shop

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July 11, 2017

Mickey’s of Glendale, Walt Disney Imagineering’s (WDI) famed employee store, will be hosting a pop-up shop at the D23 Expo 2017 this weekend. Typically this store is only open to Disney Imagineers and cast members, so this is extremely awesome! I wanted to share with all of you some of the unique Disney Parks-inspired merchandise that will be available for purchase.

Disney Imagineers worked with the Mickey’s of Glendale team to create items using their original artwork. Some of these Imagineering Exclusive pieces include camp shirts featuring artwork and patterns created from iconic symbols from Pirates of the Caribbean and Adventureland.

You’ll also find clothing that honors Star Tours which is celebrating its 30 year anniversary at the Disney Parks this year.

Make sure you hurry for this limited-edition collection as it won’t last long. For the first time ever, Mickey’s of Glendale will feature bronze collectibles celebrating Walt Disney Imagineering’s heritage. These are going to go very fast as only 25 pieces of each figure will be available.

And to round everything out, Micky’s of Glendale will be offering unique merchandise featuring designs inspired by the stories being shared at the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts: A Galaxy of Stories pavilion also in the Expo. We don’t know what they will be yet but I’m sure it’s going to be awesome!

Don’t forget to stay tuned this weekend. Chip and Co. will be at D23Expo 2017 live bringing you all of the latest info and rumor confirmations!

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Crème Brûlée Ice Cream is Back!

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July 11, 2017

As if you needed one more reason to visit Sprinkles during your next visit to Disney Springs, here goes one more. Crème Brûlée Ice Cream is back! Custard ice cream sprinkled with vanilla flecks and loaded with torched sugar shards will only be available through July 31.

Sprinkles is a gourmet bakery known for their rotating selection of speciality cupcakes, ice cream and cookies in Town Center at Disney Springs. You can also succumb to late-night cravings with a visit to the perky, pink Cupcake ATM just outside the bakery.

What’s your favorite Sprinkles treat? Let us know in the comment box below.

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“Summer Of Heroes” Culinary Video Tour Of Snacks and Drinks To Enjoy

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July 11, 2017

"Summer Of Heroes" Culinary Video Tour Of Snacks and Drinks To Enjoy

Disneyland Resort has been pulling out all the stops in the food department for their Summer of Heroes. Such creative snacks are being offered like “The Most Dangerous Tacos in the Galaxy”, “Spinal Fluid” shave ice, and Jalapeño-Cheese Groot-Shaped Bread. Take a look at the video below as Chef Toby Hollis takes us on a culinary tour of Summer of Heroes at Disney California Adventure park.

Here is a listing of all the Summer of Heroes foods being offered at Disney California Adventure park. All of these creative and delicious items will be available until September 10th. It’s just another reason to make the Disneyland Resort part of your vacation plans this year.

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DVC Members Can Enjoy Midweek Magic Savings at Disney Springs

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July 11, 2017

Disney Vacation Club Members can now take advantage of Midweek Magic at select Disney Springs shops and restaurants. As part of the Membership Magic Ever After, Disney Springs will open an hour early each Wednesday (from 9:00am – 10:00am) for DVC Members and their guests and will include special offers throughout the day.

While these offers, as well as participating shops and restaurants, are subject to change, current Wednesday offers include the following discounts:

20 percent discount at Kipling, Vince Camuto, Sunglass Icon, Apex Sunglasses, Joffrey’s Tea Company (valid specifically on the purchase of gift-basket sets) and Edward Beiner (excluding Cartier)
15 percent discount at Origins, Pop Gallery (for jewelry purchases) and Sugarboo & Co (Tip: Pop Gallery also serves mimosas from 9-10 a.m. on Wednesdays!)
10 percent discount at Sanuk, UGG, Pandora, Tommy Bahama and L’Occitaneen Provence (where Members also enjoy complimentary mini facials and hand treatments on Wednesdays)

Other value-added Member offers at Disney Springs on Wednesdays include:

Vera Bradley: a complimentary monogram and gift with a $100 purchase
Basin: a complimentary bath bomb with a $30 purchase, two complimentary bath bombs with a $50 purchase and a complimentary bath bomb barrel with a $150 purchase
T-Rex Dino Store: a complimentary cinch bag with a Build-A-Dino by Build-A-Bear Workshop Bundle purchase and a complimentary T-Rex recycled tote with a $25 purchase
Earl of Sandwich: a complimentary breakfast entrée with the purchase of a drink and entrée of equal or greater value at Earl of Sandwich before 11 a.m.
Luxury of Time by Diamonds International: a complimentary watch (a $30 value) with no purchase necessary, as well as a 20 percent jewelry discount and 10 percent watch discount (note that Luxury of Time offers are available daily, meaning Members simply have an extra hour to take advantage of these offers on Wednesdays)

Midweek Magic Savings offerings on Wednesdays are expected to continue through the fall.

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Celebrate Epcot Food & Wine With The Chew’s Magical Culinary Adventure Sweepstakes

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July 11, 2017

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The gang from The Chew will be back at this year’s Epcot International Food & Wine Festival and they’d like you to join them! That’s why they’re giving one lucky winner (and 3 guests) the opportunity to visit Walt Disney Resort in Florida and indulge in all that this year’s Festival has to offer.

Guests will have the chance to visit all four theme parks, attend a live taping of The Chew and stay at a Walt Disney World hotel in the heart of it all.

Check out this video for further details:

So don’t miss your chance to experience Walt Disney World with your friends at The Chew by entering the Magical Culinary Adventures Sweepstakes. Further information including entry form can be found here.

The 2017 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival will be running at Disney’s Epcot from August 31 – November 13, 2017 and promises to be bigger and better than ever with even more opportunities to sample amazing cuisine from around the world, try and a wide range of fantastic wines and spirits and indulge your inner chef with a plethora of workshops, wine tastings and culinary demonstrations. It is a most do for Disney fans and foodies alike.

Celebrate Epcot Food & Wine With The Chew's Magical Culinary Adventure Sweepstakes

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Pop Century Ups Their Dessert Game With Traditional Tasty Treats

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July 11, 2017

One of the most important things about visiting the Walt Disney World Resort is Dessert. The Disney Chefs never fail to disappoint with unique and creative sweets. During a recent visit we were happy to discover that Pop Century has upped their dessert game with some traditionally tasty treats.

One of the toughest daily decisions you will need to make, during your visit to Walt Disney World, is not what FastPass ride to choose first, but which dessert shall I have with my meals? Dessert options are plentiful at Pop Century Resort. The items in the Fresh Baked Goods section can be counted as a Snack Credit under the Disney Dining Plan as well.

Cupcakes seem to be incredibly popular at the Walt Disney World Resort. You can find Seasonal favorites such as the traditional cupcake with red, white and blue sprinkles in honor of the 4th of July. And you are almost certain to find a Mickey-Ears Cupcake! But how about a Specialty Whoopie Pie Cupcake such as Bananas Foster, Chocolate Mousse, Red Velvet, or Chocolate Chip Chocolate?

If you are not a fan of the cupcake never fear! You can have pie instead. We were very surprised to see that they are trying out a mini Pumpkin Pie and mini Pecan Pie in July. The portion size on these is excellent and are sure to be a big hit when the Autumn Season is upon us. Other pie offerings were apple, cherry and blueberry. While pie does make us think of Fall, we think this is a great option for those of us who really do not care for cake. These mini pies are shaped more like a tart and we love the portion size of these Pop Century Dessert options.

Still don’t see anything you like? Then you cannot go wrong with one of the true and steady Pop Century Desserts such as the S’Mores Brownie Deluxe, Tie-dyed Cheesecake or Pineapple Upside Down Cake.

Whether you are staying at the Resort, or not, you can stop by Everything Pop Food Court for a bite to eat. You will definitely find it difficult to pick just one Pop Century Dessert from the abundance of choices on offer. Since we all know calories do not count while vacationing at Walt Disney World, you can have your cake and eat it too. We were very pleased to see that Pop Century has upped their dessert game with traditional tasty treats. When you add the Pop Century Dessert options to the massive resort room refurbishment going on, Pop Century will quickly become the place to stay, or to enjoy a meal and walk the grounds, during your next visit to the Walt Disney World Resort.

What do you think of these traditional Pop Century Dessert choices? Please leave your comments in the box below.

Hong Kong Disneyland’s 10k Weekend is Back with a Superhero Twist!

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July 10, 2017

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Disney has just announced that Hong Kong Disneyland‘s 10k Weekend will be back for it’s second year. This year’s race will even have a Marvel Super Hero theme! Last year over 9,000 guests participated in the inaugural event.

Wind your way through the seven themed lands of the park during the Captain America 10K and Thor 5K. There are plenty of chances to take memorable photos with Disney Friends, and don’t be surprised if you spot a few Marvel Super Heroes along the way. The Spider-Man 3K is just the right distance for the whole family, and of course plenty of fun is in store at the Kids Races.

Hong Kong Disneyland's 10k Weekend is Back with a Superhero Twist!

Each runner will collect a Marvel Runner Pack with an event T-shirt, race bib and other useful items, and keep an eye out for limited-edition merchandise available just for this event. A unique Super Hero medal is waiting for everyone who crosses the finish line, and the top three runners in each age category will also be awarded a night’s stay at one of the resort hotels or a dinner buffet, as well as designated Marvel Captain America accessories presented by Chow Tai Fook.

Friends and family are welcome to join in the fun by purchasing a spectator ticket. All participants at the Marvel 10K Weekend will also be making a difference for people in need, and Disney VoluntEARS will join hands with volunteers from Chow Tai Fook to help raise support and awareness of the Hong Kong Association for Cleft Lip and Palate at the event.

Registration is open through July 31, so sign up now and get ready for a one-of-a-kind Disney race experience!

Were you lucky enough to participate in this race last year? Have you even ran a Disney race overseas? Share your experiences with us!

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Hong Kong Disneyland's 10k Weekend is Back with a Superhero Twist!

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After 27 Years Kermit the Frog Voice Actor is Being Replaced

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July 10, 2017

Steve Whitmire, who has been the voice of Kermit the Frog since the 90’s is stepping down according to a Muppet Studio spokeswoman who spoke to The Hollywood Reporter.

Kermit was originally voiced by Jim Henson with Whitmire taking on the role after Henson passed away in 1990. Whitmire first started working with the Muppets back in the 1978 and can be heard as the voice of several much-loved characters including Beaker and Rizzo the Rat. Little information is being given concerning the reasons for his departure.

Hi replacement will be Matt Vogel who has been with the Muppets since 1996 and has voiced various roles including Constantine in Muppets Most Wanted.

Vogel will try on the role of Kermit the Frog for the first time next week in a “Muppets Thought of the Week” video according to the spokeswoman.

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Help Raise Money for the V Foundation During the ESPY Day Auction and Bid on a Walt Disney World Vacation to Visit Pandora

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July 10, 2017

Help Raise Money for the V Foundation During the ESPY Day Auction and Bid on a Walt Disney World Vacation to Visit Pandora

The 13th Annual ESPY Day Auction is here!

The auction benefits the V Foundation for Cancer Research, and the winning bid gets an unforgettable Walt Disney World Resort vacation to visit Pandora – The World of Avatar is up for auction. The V Foundation is dedicated to make a difference by helping to find a cure for cancer, and you can help make a difference with your support in this auction, which is going on now and will continue through Wednesday, July 12, 2017.

Soar over to the ESPY Day Auction page to see how you can join the cause and enjoy awe-inspiring adventure at Pandora – The World of Avatar, where you can walk beneath floating mountains, soar on the back of banshees, and journey deep into the bioluminescent forest.

The winner’s vacation package includes access to all four Walt Disney World Resort Theme Parks and two Water Parks, air and ground transportation, lodging at a Disney Resort hotel, VIP Tour Services, character dining, a private character meet and greet, and so much more!

If you are looking to take a magical vacation and help find a cure for cancer visit the ESPY Day Auction now to see what all the excitement is about.

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Good luck to all the auction bidders!

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New Hercules MagicBand Available

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July 10, 2017

The new Hercules MagicBand 2 will add some muscle to your next Walt Disney World vacation! One side of the band features Hercules flexing his hero-sized muscles and the other side displays the movie’s title.

Link your new MagicBand 2 to your My Disney Experience account and you will be ready to use your band to redeem FastPass+ selections, enter parks, charge purchases to your room, and more! The Hercules MagicBand 2 is available at the Disney Store. Click here to purchase your new band.

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KEEP Collective Teams with Disney to Launch New Collection

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July 10, 2017

KEEP Collective, sister brand of Stella & Dot, is partnering with Disney on a new collection to launch July 18th! The collection will include whimsical Mickey and Minnie Mouse inspired charms and a reversible leather bracelet band embossed with, “If you can dream it, you can do it”.

Customers can mix and match charms and bracelet options to create their own unique Disney jewelry. All the pieces reflect the iconic magic of Disney and come in exclusive packaging.

The new Disney collection will debut with prices ranging from just $15-$39.

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