Here’s another empowering clip from Disney’s Live Action “Beauty and the Beast.” In this video we get a behind-the-scenes look at Emma Watson as Belle.
Enjoy!
‘Empowered Belle’ Clip From “Beauty And The Beast”
Disney’s Turkey Legs Aren’t What They Seem According to Tangled’s Zachary Levi
Zachary Levi who many of you know as Flynn Rider from Disney’s Tangled franchise was on Conan O’Brien this week where he leveled some very serious accusations against one of Disneyland and Disney World’s much-loved snack – the legendary Turkey Leg.
This origins of this famed snack have long been the stuff of speculation due namely to its sheer size, leading to rumors that it doesn’t come from turkeys but rather other large birds. During his interview, Levi claimed that he had friends that worked at Disneyland who confirmed that the legs were in fact Emu. Check out his clip here:
However, Disney insiders were quick to jump in and refute these claims. According to enewsonline.com Robert Adams, executive chef at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom released the following statement “We hear that all the time. They’re real turkeys. It’s what they are.”
Next time you’re at Disneyland or Walt Disney World be sure to try them out for yourself and make up your own mind. However, we here at Chip and Co have to agree with the following:
Also don’t miss Zachary Levi who will reprise his role as Flynn Rider along with Mandy Moore in “Tangled the Series” which made it’s début on the Disney Channel yesterday (March 10, 2017).
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Disney Animators Reveal Character Cameos Across Iconic Films in “Disney Easter Eggs”
Disney released the third episode in its viral “Easter Eggs” series, which reveals the connective thread between Disney films as seen in hidden moments and character cameos.
For instance, did you know that Mrs. Potts from Beauty and the Beast was featured as a drum set in Tarzan? Or that Sebastian from The Little Mermaid was in Aladdin?
“Disney Easter Eggs” dives into these connections that many moviegoers might miss if they blink. The episode connects Walt Disney Animation Studios’ favorite films – from Frozen, Zootopia and Tangled to Sleeping Beauty, The Little Mermaid and more.
“Avatar 2” Release Date Pushed Back
James Cameron has been working hard with Disney’s Imagineers to create Pandora – The World of Avatar for Walt Disney World, so sometimes other things get put on pause. Such as the sequels to the film the new land is based on.
When last announced, Avatar 2 was slated to open in December 2018. But now James Cameron tells The Star that date won’t be met:
Well, 2018 is not happening. We haven’t announced a firm release date. What people have to understand is that this is a cadence of releases. So we’re not making Avatar 2. We’re making Avatar 2, 3, 4 and 5. It’s an epic undertaking. It’s not unlike building the Three Gorges dam. (Laughs) So I know where I’m going to be for the next eight years of my life. It’s not an unreasonable time frame if you think about it. It took us four-and-a-half years to make one movie and now we’re making four. We’re full tilt boogie right now. This is my day job and pretty soon we’ll be 24-7. We’re pretty well designed on all our creatures and sets. It’s pretty exciting stuff. I wish I could share with the world. But we have to preserve a certain amount of showmanship and we’re going to draw that curtain when the time is right.
The expansion of Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park, however, will open on May 27th, 2017, set in a timeframe long after all the Avatar films, when humans and the Na’vi are at peace with one another.
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Disney’s California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Review
Great news! The California Food & Wine Festival launched yesterday at Disney’s California Adventure Park and we were able to stop by and check it out! Unlike Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival this one is focused on food from all over the state of California. I came armed with my appetite and a friend and we were ready to nosh!!
First up – Nuts About Cheese
We got the Baked Ham & Swiss Cheese Croque Monsieur Roll
And Chevre Fromage Blanc Tartine infused with Rosemary & Honey (So many words!)
Then Uncork California
For a wine flight!
The Merlot was her favorite, mine was the Pinot. We split the Cabernet!
On to I Love Artichokes
And the Fried Artichokes Carbonara and Grilled & Chilled Artichoke Hearts
Sooooooo tasty!!
Garlic Kissed
And the Pork Belly Bao
Om nom nom…
A quick look at California Craft Brew
My fav… Olive Us
And the Chilled Cioppino Soup and Olive Bread
With a special appearance of the backside of Pacific Wharf Cafe.
We started to get full by the time we got to Bacon Twist
And Lemon Grove
Seafood… Sustained
But we had to swing by The Onion Lair
To pick up a Mac & Cheese and the Chocolate-Hazelnut Raspberry Tart
So we had to skip Off The Cob
Sweet & Sourdough
And the Beer Garden
We completely missed the LA Style booth, the Wineology booth and The Brewhouse. But I’m planning on going back next weekend!!
I was able to snap some quick picks of the Food and Wine product they had…
Sorry they aren’t totally stellar pictures – I hope to get better ones next week.
I’m so glad they’re continuing the DCA Food & Wine Festival here on the West coast!
If you get a chance to visit I highly recommend you do!!
Minnie’s Springtime Dine Returns to Hollywood and Vine
We all love the costumes that Minnie and friends wear throughout the year at Minnie’s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood and Vine at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We’re excited to announce that Minnie and friends will once again be wearing their Springtime finest, beginning March 20, and lasting through June 4, 2017.
Don’t forget that Minnie and Friends will also be appearing during lunch hours at Hollywood and Vine beginning May 14th as well, with Disney Jr Play and Dine still remaining as the character option for breakfast.
Are you excited to see Minnie back in her Springtime costume?
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Annual Passholders can Save 40% on the Wonderland Tea Party through June 30
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can save 40% on the Wonderland Tea Party now through June 30, 2017. Guests ages 4 to 12 will join friends from Wonderland at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa for an afternoon of fanciful fun, where they can:
- Partake in crafts, games and storytelling
- Eat cupcakes and sip on a special “tea” that tastes remarkably like apple juice
- Decorate cupcakes with sprinkles and more
- Decorate their own tea set to take home
- Have their photos taken with their very merry hosts
The Wonderland Tea Party is held Monday through Friday from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM at 1900 Park Fare, located at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. The non-discounted price is $49.00 plus tax—and Passholders can save 40% on the non-discounted price through June 30, 2017.
Important Information
- This experience is for children ages 4 to 12 only. Children must be potty-trained.
- A parent or guardian must sign a waiver / consent form for the child’s participation. The person signing children in must indicate the person(s) allowed to sign the children out at the end of the experience. Legal photo identification will be required to pick up children.
- Please check in 15 to 30 minutes prior to the start of this experience at the check-location at the exit to 1900 Park Fare.
- Annual Passholder must present a valid Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort Annual Pass at check-in. If a valid Annual Pass is not presented, the non-discounted price will be charged. Subject to restrictions.
- Event details, including Character appearances and entertainment, are subject to change without notice.
Call (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 for reservations. Guests under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian permission to call. Full payment is required at the time of booking, with a credit card guarantee. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance to avoid surrendering the full payment.
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Bring a Little Smile with Celebration Inspired Starbucks Disney Buttons
There’s nothing a little Starbucks and Disney can’t fix, right? Well I mean sure there are SOME things, but Disney and Starbucks is always sure to cheer me up. I love that these Starbucks Disney Buttons by lostprincessparkpins express just how I feel.
These fun Starbucks Disney Buttons, are inspired by the actual park buttons you can get for various celebrations. These are fabulously unique with their glitter edging and different sayings. There’s lots of graphic options, from Princesses, to Villains, including my fave gal Maleficent! Of course the Lost Princess Park Pins has more than just Starbucks pins! There’s all sorts of cleverly themed buttons to bring a smile to anyone. These are fun to wear in the parks to connect with others who are fans of the same things as you. Or you can also sport them while away from the parks just to show your Disney Addict love! Check out some of the other fun varieties below.
- Disney Starbucks
- Starbucks 2
- Starbucks 3
- Starbucks 4
- Mickey Squad Goals
- Backside of Water
- UnBirthday
- Zootopia
- Home is Where the Castle is
- Epcot Crawl Mermaids and Margaritas
- Haunted Mansion
- I want Adventure
- Meet me at the Hub Grass
- Rapunzel Dream
- Moana
- Snow White
- Ariel DisneyBound
- Best Friends
And many many more! What do you think of this fun take of the traditional button style?
Absolutely Lovely Beauty and the Beast Charm Locket
One of my favorite parts of the original Beauty and the Beast movie is the stained glass story montages. I love the enchanting feel it gives to the fairy tale. This Beauty and the Beast Charm Locket
Belle and Prince Adam are pictured in their moment of happily ever after in stained glass on this beautiful locket. Four charms adorn the chain of the pendant featuring a rose, a teapot, a book and a clock face. After all, it is a tale as old as time, so only fitting that a piece of jewelry tells the story. The locket and charms hang on an 18 inch length silver tone chain. This would make a fabulous accent for a DisneyBound look, or just to add a pop of Beauty and the Beast to an every day outfit.
What would you wear with this gorgeous Beauty and the Beast Charm Locket?
ABC News Nightline Offers an Inside Look and Video of Pandora – The World of Avatar
ABC News Nightline gave viewers a pretty incredible sneak peek last night into Pandora – The World of Avatar, which opens at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on May 27, 2017. Filmmaker James Cameron describes how the Avatar world is brought to life at Walt Disney World while C0-Producer Jon Landau provides an inside look and more details of the virtual reality experience called Avatar Flight of Passage. Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde gives us a glimpse into a bioluminescent rainforest during the family attraction called Na’vi River Journey.
Walt Disney World Pastry Chef Stefan Riemer also shares new food and beverage offerings including the Na’vi Blueberry Cheesecake. Floating mountains grace the skyline while exotic plants fill the colorful landscape inside the highly anticipated new world at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Pandora – The World of Avatar is sure to look even more spectacular in person when it opens on May 27, 2017! There is still some availability at select resorts under Disney’s Fun & Sun offer for those who’d like to be among the first guests to experience it!
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PANDORA To Release Beauty and the Beast Jewelry Line
PANDORA jewelry announced today that they will be launching a new Beauty and Beast line, consisting of three new charms and a movie themed gift set, to celebrate the release of the live-action Beauty and the Beast film opening in cinemas on March 17th.
The three new pieces include Belle’s Radiant Rose charm, Mrs. Potts & Chip charm and Beauty and the Beast bangle.
In addition to the Disney Beauty and the Beast charm collection, PANDORA Jewelry will also be selling a Disney Beauty and the Beast gift set. Available only in stores, The gift set will include the lovable Mrs. Potts & Chip charm, the dazzling Belle Dress dangle and the iconic Belle Enchanted Rose charm. With every in-store set purchased, guests will also receive a special gift to commemorate the new film, including the Disney Beauty and the Beast soundtrack and custom limited edition lithograph design.
To re-cap the PANDORA Jewelry Disney Beauty and the Beauty collection is comprised of six pieces:
- NEW Belle’s Radiant Rose: features an elegant version of the infamous enchanted rose on a sterling silver charm
- NEW Mrs. Potts & Chip: features the loveable Mrs. Potts & Chip on a sterling silver charm (included in gift set)
- NEW Disney Beauty & the Beast: features the enchanted rose on a sterling silver bangle, reminding consumers that true beauty is found within
- Disney, Belle Dress: features the iconic Disney Belle dress on a sterling silver dangle with yellow enamel (included in gift set)
- Disney, Belle Enchanted Rose: features the enchanted rose in sterling silver and red enamel, truly embodying the magic of Disney (included in gift set)
- Disney, Belle’s Signature Color: features a sterling silver charm with yellow fluorescent Murano glass
The gift set and gift with purchase will be available in-stores only, beginning March 13, 2017. The new Disney Beauty and the Beast jewelry will be available in-stores and online, as well as in Disney Parks and on Disneystore.com, beginning March 16. Guests can view the items online at: http://estore-us.pandora.net/ or via Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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New poster for Pixar’s Coco Movie
Director Lee Unkrich just debuted a brand new poster for DISNEY·PIXAR’S “Coco” on Twitter, and revealed that a brand new teaser trailer will debut next week.
Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector (voice of Gael García Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel’s family history. Directed by Lee Unkrich (“Toy Story 3”), co-directed by Adrian Molina (story artist “Monsters University”) and produced by Darla K. Anderson (“Toy Story 3”), Disney•Pixar’s “Coco” opens in U.S. theaters on Nov. 22, 2017.
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