Disney DIY – Warm Up With These Disney Comfort Food Recipes

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January 31, 2015

I don’t know about you, but this cold wintry weather makes me long for a Walt Disney World vacation more than ever! The wind is howling, the snow is falling, the temperature is dropping…and to make it even worse, I don’t have any WDW trips planned! Talk about seasonal depression! Well, if you’re like me, you can cheer up and WARM up with these Disney DIY Comfort Food Recipes:

I LOVE dining at Boma, and one of the reasons I love it so much is their soup selection – they always have several options, and this chicken corn chowder is one I always hope they will have when I am there!

Chicken Corn Chowder (Recipe Courtesy of Magical Recipes)

Ingredients

2 Chicken Breasts, cooked and diced

1 pound Russet Potatoes, cooked and diced

2 cups Corn Kernels (frozen)

1/8 cup Onion, diced

1/8 cup Red Bell Peppers, diced

1 cup Chicken Stock

1 cup Heavy Cream

1 cup Milk

2 t. Sugar

2 t. Hot Sauce

1/8 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped

1 Chicken Bouillon Cube

Instructions

Bring chicken stock to a boil.

Add milk, heavy cream, chicken, potatoes, red peppers, onions, corn, and sugar, simmer for 40 minutes.

Add parsley and hot sauce, simmer for five minutes.

Serve hot

Nothing says “comfort food” like fried chicken, am I right? Check out this version that’s served up at the 50’s Prime Time Café

Aunt Liz’s Golden Fried Chicken

Ingredients

Chicken

1. Whole chicken cut into 1/8’s (2 breasts, 2 wings, 2 thighs, 2 legs)

Breading

2. 3/4 cup wheat flour

3. 3/4 cup soy flour

4. 1 tbsp paprika

5. 1 tbsp salt

6. 1 tbsp black pepper

7. 1 tbsp garlic powder

8. 2 oz whole dry eggs

9. 1 tbsp red pepper

2 oz non-fat dry milk

Instructions

Combine all breading ingredients together.

Wash chicken off.

Completely cover chicken with breading.

Deep fry until done.

This amazing Macaroni and Cheese that’s served up at Jiko would pair perfectly with your chicken, don’t you think?

I hope you’re lucky enough to be traveling to WDW soon so that you can have these amazing comfort foods served to you – but if you’re stuck in the middle of a long winter with no end in sight like I am, then I hope you can use these recipes to create some delicious Magical Disney dishes!

What’s new at Disney World in 2015

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January 31, 2015

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Cítricos Welcomes Princesses For Breakfast and Brunch at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Beginning earlier this month Disney princesses welcomed guests to Cítricos at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa while Cinderella’s Royal Table in Magic Kingdom Park gets a refresh.

Cinderella will greet guests as they arrive, and the Disney princesses will visit each table for photos and autographs during the dining experience. Diners also can participate in an interactive “Magical Wishing Ceremony” with Cinderella and the Disney Princesses, with “wishing wands” and “wishing swords” for little ones.

Breakfast and brunch hours are 8 a.m.-2:20 p.m., and cost is $49.99; $31.99 ages 3-9. The experience is on the Disney Dining Plan (2 entitlements). For reservations call 407-WDW-DINE. Online reservations and information will be available at a later date. Cinderella’s Royal Table is expected to reopen in March, 2015.

New Character Dinner Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom March 2015

Beginning March 8, 2015, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck and their friends will welcome guests for a fun-filled character dinner at Tusker House Restaurant at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. “Donald’s Safari Dinner” will offer guests the opportunity to meet some of their favorite characters, including Donald and Daisy* while enjoying a delicious selection of all-you-care-to-enjoy spit-roasted carved meats, unique salads, creative vegetarian offerings, hearty stews, and delicious desserts – all with an African touch.

Guests can make reservations by calling 407-WDW-DINE (3463) or by visiting Guest Relations at any of the Disney theme parks or a Guest Services/Concierge desk at any Walt Disney World Resort hotel. “Donald’s Safari Dinner” at Tusker House Restaurant will be offered beginning at 4 p.m. daily. In addition to the new character dinner, Tusker House Restaurant will continue to feature Disney characters at breakfast and lunch.

*Characters are subject to change.

New Starbucks to Open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2015

Guests visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be able to enjoy a new Starbucks location inside the park beginning in February of 2015. The new store, Trolley Car Café, will be themed to a classic trolley car station along Hollywood Boulevard and offer a unique experience for coffee lovers visiting the park.

There will also be Disney baked goods and Starbucks La Boulange™ pastry items at the store. The store will be the third in-park location serving Starbucks products at Walt Disney World Resort, with locations in Magic Kingdom and Epcot as well.

Dates Announced for 2015 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

Epcot International Food & Wine Festival launches Sept. 25 and runs through Nov. 16 this year – 53 days of sweet and savory tapas-sized dishes and beverages, plus tasting seminars, culinary demos, signature dining experiences, live entertainment and more.

Contactless payments now accepted at many Disney-operated locations

As part of the ongoing efforts to improve the guest experience, a new form of electronic payment is now being accepted at many Disney-operated merchandise, quick-service food and beverage, outdoor vending, spa and recreation, as well as ticket sales locations throughout Walt Disney World Resort using stationary touch-to-pay devices (stations also used for payments made with MagicBands).

Known as contactless payment, this new form of electronic payment is most commonly associated with mobile apps including Apple Pay, Google Wallet or Softcard, as well as Near Field Communication-enabled (NFC) credit cards. Purchases using contactless payment are made by holding a mobile device or NFC-enabled credit card near the touch point (Mickey head) on stationary touch-to-pay devices.

Contactless payments are planned to be accepted at additional locations throughout Walt Disney World Resort in the future.

Walt Disney World Resort Refurbishment: Monorail Modified Schedule

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January 30, 2015

The Walt Disney World Resort Monorail System will undergo refurbishment that will impact the Resort and Express monorail beams on select days in February and March.

The modified routes will be in effect on Feb. 3-5, Feb. 9-12, Feb. 23-26 and March 2-5, 2015 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. During these times, Monorails on the Resort beam will travel between Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Magic Kingdom Park. Monorails on the Express beam will now make an additional stop at Disney’s Contemporary Resort as they travel between Magic Kingdom Park and the Transportation and Ticket Center.

Resort Guests traveling to Epcot can either board a Monorail to the Transportation and Ticket Center and transfer to the Epcot line, or they can take a Walt Disney World Resort bus directly from their resorts to Epcot.

Monorail service will continue to be available from all stations while this work takes place. Monorail operating hours will remain unchanged. Guests may note a difference in the way they board the Monorail and should allow for additional travel time to reach their destinations. Guests staying at impacted Resorts will receive in-room communication upon their arrival.

Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust

Maria

Chip and Co Tee Shirt Store

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Chip

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January 30, 2015

The Chip and Co Tee Shirt Store is now open for business. Each week we are going to be highlighting some of my favorite shirts from some really creative designers on Tee Public. This week I wanted to start off with a few of my own designs.

You might see us mention Disney Addicts or YMBADA. Being a Disney Addict is what we call our fans and YMBADA stands for You Might Be a Disney Addict which is our Facebook Group for Disney Addicts. Most days you can find me, my writers, admins and agents hanging out there answering questions, giving advice, and even posting pictures. You should come check us out!

Disney Addicts is our sister site where we answer your Disney Questions. There is no question too big or too small.

So this week I was able to get a store front going on Tee Public called the Chip and Co Tee Shirt Store and wanted to post a few designs we offered in the past.

My first design is the Chip and Co logo shirt. It is on sale now for $14 as a special bonus for Chip and Co fans! I have a few colors to choose from.

Next up is our YMBADA Black Letter shirt. It is also on sale and comes in a few additional colors. Cost on this one is $14 but only for a limited time.

Finally we have our YMBADA White Letter Shirt. This one is perfect for dark colored shirts and is on sale for $14 for a limited time.

Walt Disney World Resort Donates $37.9 Million to Central Florida Communities

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January 30, 2015

The Walt Disney World Resort is committed to making a difference in the community. In 2014, that commitment added up to a record $37.9 million in Disney’s cash and in-kind donations aimed at strengthening local children and families.

“Here at Walt Disney World Resort, our Cast Members are honored to give back to the community in a variety of ways – from supporting our schools to grants for local nonprofits to the countless hours our VoluntEARS devote to the causes close to their hearts,” said Nancy Gidusko, director of corporate citizenship for Walt Disney World Resort.

Check it out:

As part of its support for Central Florida, Walt Disney World Resort donated a total of $3.8 million in grants, sponsorships, event support and other contributions through Disney Grants in the past year. The 87 local organizations, including five school districts, selected as grant recipients support children and families by promoting the arts, economic development and basic health and wellness needs. More than 85,460 children throughout Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake and Polk counties will benefit from Disney Grants donations in the coming year.

Adding to the Company’s community impact were more than 150,000 hours Disney VoluntEARS gave toward improving the lives of Central Floridians in the past year. Whether donating millions of school supplies to local students or serving more than 9,000 meals to the homeless, Cast Members enthusiastically supported a variety of nonprofits and community groups.

In honor of their service, Disney gave more than $1 million to hundreds of Central Florida nonprofits through the company’s EARS to You grant program. The annual grants recognize Cast Members’ VoluntEAR service with a contribution of up to $2,000 to the eligible charity of the volunteer’s choice. Top EARS to You grant recipients in 2014 include Give Kids the World, the Pet Alliance of Central Florida (formerly known as SPCA of Central Florida), A Gift for Teaching and Central Florida Community Arts. In addition, Disney recognizes a VoluntEAR of the Year and VoluntEAR Team of the Year each year with $2,500 cash donations to the charity of their choice.

Other Disney contributions in 2014 include more than 720,000 pounds of prepared, un-served food collected and distributed to local food banks through the Disney Harvest program. Walt Disney World Resort also continued to help meet the needs of nonprofit organizations with more than $14 million in in-kind donations, such as clothing, industrial equipment, home and office furniture, and personal hygiene items.

F.Y.I. Did you know that the Disney World Resort has around 75,000 Cast Members!

Don’t you just love how Disney is always spreading the magic?

Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust

Maria

I am an Independent Travel Agent with World of Magic Travel Services. Tax time is just around the corner, so why not start planning your magical getaway now! Contact me at [email protected] for your FREE no obligation quote.

Meet Disney Junior’s New Latina Princess – Princess Elena of Avalor

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January 30, 2015

Princess Elena of Avalor is a confident and compassionate teenager in an enchanted fairytale kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore. She will be introduced in a special episode of Disney Junior‘s hit series “Sofia the First” beginning production now for a 2016 premiere. That exciting story arc will usher in the 2016 launch of the animated series “Elena of Avalor,” a production of Disney Television Animation.

The role of 16-year-old Princess Elena, the bold, caring, funny and clever ascendant to the throne in the fairytale kingdom of Avalor, will be voiced by Aimee Carrero (ABC Family’s “Young & Hungry”).

As with all Disney Junior programming, “Elena of Avalor” stories will be guided by an established curriculum that nurtures multiple areas of child development: physical, emotional, social and cognitive; thinking and creative skills, as well as moral and ethical development. Created for kids age 2-7 and their families, the stories are designed to communicate positive messages and life lessons that are applicable to young children about leadership, resilience, diversity, compassion and the importance of family and family traditions.

The series will be presented in 25 languages on Disney Junior channels and daily programming blocks for kids age 2-7 on Disney Channels, among other platforms, in 154 countries around the world. On television alone, its estimated daily reach will be over 207-million households.

Princess Elena’s journey began long ago when her parents and kingdom were taken from her by the evil sorceress, Shuriki. Elena bravely faced the sorceress to protect her little sister, Princess Isabel, and grandparents but in the process, her magical amulet pulled her inside its enchanted jewel, saving her life but imprisoning her at the same time. Decades later, Princess Sofia of Enchancia discovers the truth about the amulet she has worn since joining her royal family and sets out to restore Elena to her human form and help her return to the kingdom of Avalor.

While Elena is the rightful heir to the throne, she is only age 16 so she will rule Avalor with the help of a Grand Council comprised of her Grandfather Tito, Grandmother Cici and Royal Advisor, Duke Esteban.

With some magical friends by her side – Mateo, a wizard-in-training, and Skylar, a magical flying creature – Princess Elena’s further adventures will lead her to understand that her new role requires thoughtfulness, resilience and compassion, the traits of all truly great leaders.

“Elena of Avalor” is executive-produced by Craig Gerber (of the Emmy Award-nominated “Sofia the First”). Silvia Cardenas Olivas (“Moesha,” “The Brothers Garcia”), an alumna of the National Hispanic Media Coalition’s Television Writers Program, is the story editor, and Elliot M. Bour (“The Little Engine That Could”) is the supervising director. The series’ cultural advisors are Doris Sommer, Harvard University professor and Director of Graduate Studies in Spanish; and Marcela Davison Aviles, Managing Director and Executive Producer, El Camino Project, an international Latino arts initiative.

The series is a spin-off of “Sofia the First,” which has delivered the two highest-rated telecasts in cable TV history among Kids 2-5 and Girls 2-5, and the #2 preschooler cable TV telecast ever in Total Viewers, Adults 18-40 and Women 18-49.

I love this!

Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust

Maria

I am an Independent Travel Agent with World of Magic Travel Services. Have you been dreaming of another Disney vacation? I can work my magic and make your dream vacation incredible. Feel free to contact me anytime at [email protected], for your FREE no obligation quote.

Disneyland Restaurants Part of OC Restaurant Week

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January 29, 2015

Five of Disneyland Resort Restaurants will be participating in Orange County Restaurant Week. March 1-7, 2015 is going to be the week to visit the Disneyland Resort. Restaurant Week is an event that features 100 of Orange County’s restaurants with special discounted menus

Disneyland Hotel’s Steakhouse 55 with Chef Marcel St Pierre is the top favorite. Offering three courses for $50 guests can choose from a menu of Grilled Petite Filet Mignon, Pan-roasted Double Breast of Chicken, Slow-roasted Prime Rib, Fava Bean & Rye Crusted King Salmon, as well as vegetarian plates (available upon request) to meet every guest’s tastebuds. Appetizers including Hearts of Romaine, Chilled Tiger Prawns, or Creamy Onion Soup and delicious desserts of Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee or Chocolate Mousse Cake, make Steakhouse 55 my first choice.

Delicious Italian choices at Naples Ristorante, Mexican delights at Tortilla Jo’s, Catal’s Mediterranean menu and New Orleans Favorite dishes at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen complete the list of Disney Restaurants.

Which one is your favorite?

Join Loretta Garcia, Entertainment Writer with Chipandco.com, for a delicious sampling of Disneyland’s Fab Five Restaurants during the Orange County Restaurant Week. Reservations available by calling (714)781-3463.

Enter to win dinner and a movie for a year in Orange County Restaurant Week’s contest.

Is Chris Pratt The New Indiana Jones?

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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January 29, 2015

Chris Pratt as the new Indiana Jones? With Walt Disney Pictures purchasing the Indiana Jones franchise rights from Paramount a few years ago, rumors are starting to circulate that Disney has plans for an all new Indiana Jones and Chris Pratt is who the studio wants to head up the role. Now that Pratt has proven he has what it takes to play the leading man, with his incredible performance in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy .

Chris Pratt who stars with Denzel Washington MGM’s “The Magnificent Seven” out in April is also getting ready to reprise his role in the sequel to Guardians of the Galaxy. Although still the in the very early stages and for now more rumor than fact, we will have to wait for confirmation of a new Indiana Jones production.

What do you think of Pratt as the all new Indie? My name is Loretta Garcia and I am the Entertainment Writer for Chip and co. Are you receiving our newsletter full of updates, news and promos?

Mrs. Doubtfire Musical In Early Productions Stages

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January 29, 2015

Disney Producer and Music Composer Alan Menken, shared the news on EW Radio a few days ago that he is working on the musical, Mrs. Doubtfire. Menken said “it’s in the its early stages” but it looks like with the music from Alan Menken and song lyrics from David Zippel, this is going to be one incredible musical.

Casting for the musical has not been announced yet, but Harvey Fierstein who is a veteran Broadway writer and actor and appeared in Mrs. Doubtfire as Robin Williams’ brother who helped him with the transformation, is writing the book for the stage version.

Based on the comedy which starred Robin Williams as a male voice actor, who disguises himself as an elderly female nanny to take care of his kids, after he and his wife are separated. Williams performance of Mrs. Doubtfire was one of, if not his most memorable role.

Stay tuned for more entertainment news on Chipandco.com from your favorite Entertainment Writer, Loretta Garcia.

Disney Finds – Disney Cruise Line Alex and Ani Bracelet

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Chip

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January 29, 2015

Disney Cruise Line Bangle by Alex and Ani

This past weekend while on our Disney Cruise the Disney Fashionista and I checked out this Disney Cruise Line Bangle by Alex and Ani bracelet. This keepsake is hand crafted and available with a gold or silver finish, the bracelet is ”Infused With Positive Energy,” and adjustable for a perfect fit. Price is only $39.95 which is par for all the other Alex and Ani bangles.

Are you a collector of Alex and Ani? What do you think of this design?

Funko Launches Marvel Collector Corps, the Official Marvel Collectibles Subscription Service

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January 29, 2015

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Funko has collaborated with Marvel to build a first-of-its-kind subscription box service – Marvel Collector Corps – featuring 100% exclusive collectibles, apparel and accessories from some of the biggest events in the Marvel movie and comic book universe. The debut box ships in April and will feature items from Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron, including an exclusive 6” Iron Man Hulkbuster Pop! vinyl collectible only available through Marvel Collector Corps. The box contents also include a T-shirt featuring one of four exclusive designs, an additional stylized vinyl collectible and two premium accessories. The box represents over $50 of value.

Boxes will ship every two months and Marvel’s Ant-Man will be featured in the June box.

The service includes two levels – the basic Collector level and the Founder level. Customers who sign up for the Founders program, which includes a six-box subscription, will receive an exclusive Founder Statue on the 12-month anniversary of their first box shipment. As long as their membership does not lapse, Founders will continue to receive a new exclusive figure every year on their anniversary.

The Marvel Collector Corps service from Funko is available for $25 per box, and fans can signup now at www.collectorcorps.com.

Check out Disney’s “McFarland USA” Music Video “Juntos” by Juanes.

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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January 29, 2015

The music video for “Juntos” performed by Latin rock superstar “Juanes” was specifically written for Disney’s “McFarland, USA.” The song which is heard at the end of the film is now available for us to enjoy.

“McFarland USA” is the true story of a group of novice high school runners from the Central Valley in California. Under the direction of new Coach Jim White (Kevin Costner), the group comes together and not only builds a championship cross-country team but along the way, both coach and students discover the power of teamwork and achieve their own kind of American dream.

Starring Kevin Costner, Maria Bello, Morgan Saylor, Martha Higareda, Michael Aguero, Sergio Avelar, Hector Duran, Rafael Martinez, Johnny Ortiz, Carlos Pratts, Ramiro Rodriguez, Danny Mora, Valente Rodriguez, Vanessa Martinez, Chris Ellis, Diana Maria Riva. Directed by Niki Caro and produced byGordon Gray and Mark Ciardi. “McFarland USA” comes to theatres, February 20, 2015.

Loretta Garcia, Entertainment Writer for Chip and Co. bringing you news from the Entertainment Capital of the World, Hollywood USA.

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