San Fransokyo Square Officially Opens Today at Disney’s California Adventure

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August 31, 2023

San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure Park – San Fransokyo Gate Bridge — The San Fransokyo Gate Bridge, an iconic landmark in San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, Calif., spans the tide pools linking San Fransokyo Square to the Paradise Gardens Park obelisk. (Richard Harbaugh/Disneyland Resort)

San Fransokyo Square Officially Opens Today at Disney’s California Adventure

Opening on August 31, 2023, at Disney’s California Adventure, the San Fransokyo Square is a captivating attraction situated within the Disneyland Resort. Drawing inspiration from the dynamic city showcased in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ acclaimed film “Big Hero 6,” this revitalized space offers an array of captivating sights, immersive shopping experiences, and delectable cuisine.

Bringing to life a futuristic vision not far from our present, San Fransokyo Square ingeniously merges two iconic metropolises – San Francisco and Tokyo. Visitors are transported into this imaginative blend of cultures, where they can engage with the brilliant young inventor Hiro Hamada and his endearing healthcare companion robot, Baymax.

At the heart of this remarkable setting stands the towering San Fransokyo Gate Bridge, an impressive 54-foot structure that spans across tide pools, seamlessly connecting the coastal plaza to the elegant obelisk of Paradise Gardens Park. Stepping into the vibrant marketplace, guests are greeted by local establishments adorned with expressive street art and vibrant banners, all commemorating the triumph of the Big Hero 6 team over Yokai.

San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure Park — (Richard Harbaugh/Disneyland Resort)

Family-friendly experiences

Hamada Bot Shop – Guests have the opportunity to interact with Hiro and Baymax outside a converted warehouse, where the Big Hero 6 team builds their hi-tech gear.
The Bakery Tour – A behind-the-scenes tour of a real bakery gives a look – and taste – of how the world-famous Boudin sourdough bread is made.

San Fransokyo Square Food and Beverage – Baymax Macaron — (David Nguyen/Disneyland Resort)

The diverse array of food and beverages in San Fransokyo Square includes guest favorites and new creations inspired by Asian cuisine, as well as the Big Hero 6 themselves.

Aunt Cass Café – The second bakery café operated by Hiro’s loving aunt serves dishes, soups in freshly-baked Boudin sourdough bread bowls and more inspired by Japanese cuisine.
Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería – This new location draws inspiration from its tri-cultural influences with signage in English, Japanese and Spanish. An inviting beer garden makes a relaxing setting for guests to enjoy snacks and those 21 and older to sip on a selection of alcoholic beverages.
Lucky Fortune Cookery – Foodies of all ages can choose from a delicious menu of dishes and beverages with Japanese, Vietnamese and Korean influences.
Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill – A variety of street tacos, specialty beverages and a special street corn bring Mexican flair to San Fransokyo Square.
Rita’s Turbine Blenders – Featuring margaritas and icy beverages, this refreshment stand is named after the repair technician who maintains the floating wind turbine, resembling a giant koi fish, that sits atop the structure.
Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop – Hot fudge, made with melted Ghirardelli chocolate, sits atop signature sundaes, ice cream cones, shakes and more.
Cappuccino Cart – A cart near the San Fransokyo Gate Bridge offers energizing pick-me-ups presented by Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company, such as cold brew, espressos, coffee cocktails and more.

San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure Park – Aunt Cass Café — Aunt Cass Café is a reimagined quick-service location in San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, Calif. This is the second bakery café operated by boy genius Hiro Hamada’s loving aunt, serving dishes, soups in freshly baked Boudin sourdough bread bowls and more inspired by Japanese cuisine. (Richard Harbaugh /Disneyland Resort)

Bring home the memories with a fun memento of your visit to San Fransokyo Square!

San Fransokyo Maker’s Market – Situated on robot storage cases with decommissioned bots on display, this storefront is stocked with apparel, homewares and more featuring Baymax and friends.
Collectible medallions – A vending machine dispenses collectible golden medallions depicting Baymax and other iconic images from San Fransokyo.
Pan Pacific Pin Traders – Guests can shop and trade at this “pin-credible” port of call near the San Fransokyo Gate Bridge.

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Marvel’s She-Hulk Season 2 Planned for Disney+

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Marc Valentine

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August 31, 2023

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Does She-Hulk have a Green light at Marvel Studios?

Marvel’s She-Hulk Season 2 Planned for Disney+

Rumor has it that a second season of She-Hulk is being planned over at Marvel after the strike has concluded. Marvel might begin developing the sophomore season of the Tatiana Maslany led superhero project once the WGA and SAG/AFTRA have reached a deal with the studio. She-Hulk focused on the cousin of Bruce Banner and followed Jennifer Walters as she balanced her new Hulk powers with her career as an attorney.

The rumor comes courtesy of X (Formerly Twitter), where @MytimetoshineHello shared an animated GIF with the caption “She-Hulk season 2 is happening…”

She-Hulk season 2 is happening (or should I say will happen post-strikes) pic.twitter.com/yjwINA2NWJ
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) August 29, 2023

While there is no concrete evidence to support season 2 of She-Hulk, given the season finale, one could assume a Season 2 was always planned. Season 1 left a lot of room for Jennifer Walters and She-Hulk’s story to be continued by Marvel. However much may have changed over at the studio given the poor performance of Secret Invasion and Iger’s comments that Marvel TV has, “frankly, it diluted focus and attention.”

She-Hulk’s star Tatiana Maslany had choice words for Bob Iger saying that the CEO of Disney was, “completely out of touch with the workers who make his shows happen, who make people watch these shows, who bring viewers to him and him money.” While such terse words don’t doom a potential second season, it potentially creates stresses between the studio and the talent.

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Does Disney and Marvel have an interest in moving forward with She-Hulk? We will have to wait and see when the strike concludes. Until then stay tuned for more updates on She-Hulk and other Marvel related films and shows here at Chip & Company. Do you want to see more Jennifer Walters and She-Hulk? Let us know your thoughts in a comment.

Giant Mickey Jack-o’-Lantern Returns to Disneyland for Halloween 2023

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Sara

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August 31, 2023

Giant Mickey Jack-o’-Lantern Returns to Disneyland for Halloween 2023

Fall and Halloween time are on their way to the Disneyland Resort. Just in time for the new season, the Giant Mickey Jack-o’-Lantern has returned to Main Street U.S.A.!

The Giant Mickey Jack-o’-Lantern has been a staple at Disneyland for Halloween for more than 15 years. Each year the enormous pumpkin sits where Town Square and Main Street meet.

On one side you’ll see Mickey’s smiling face and on the other side he is winking. Smaller jack-o-lanterns surround the base of the giant one.

This giant Mickey Jack-o’-Lantern is a photo op everyone stops at when visiting Disneyland in the fall. The huge gourd will remain installed at least through October 31, 2023.

Halloween at Disneyland

Materializing Sept. 1-Oct. 31, 2023, Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort will feature dozens of new and returning seasonal treats across the resort and debut bewitching outfits for Mickey Mouse and his pals at Disneyland Park. Haunted Mansion Holiday will continue its annual tradition with another deliciously diabolical gingerbread house on display in the ballroom.

Celebrating the spirit of Día de los Muertos, eternal love and the everlasting bonds of family, Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure Park, Sept. 1-Nov. 2, 2023, will serve up mouthwatering Mexican cuisine and present beloved entertainment featuring characters and songs from Disney and Pixar’s Academy Award®-winning “Coco.”

Spirited seasonal décor and characters dressed in Halloween looks will appear in both theme parks, presenting countless photo opportunities. The Main Street Pumpkin Festival brings a horde of hand-carved gourds to Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland Park, including the giant Mickey Mouse Pumpkin. At Disney California Adventure Park, Halloween decorations and projections evoke an air of eeriness in Buena Vista Street. Plus, Cars Land becomes Radiator Screams, where the residents and establishments are decked out in their Haul-O-Ween best.

At Disneyland Park, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and some of their pals will cast a ghostly glow with new outfits made with luminescent fabrics and bat details. Jack Skellington and his friends from “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas” will wreck the halls of Haunted Mansion Holiday once again. The attraction’s ballroom will showcase the latest rendition of the annual bespoke gingerbread house.

Each night through Oct. 31, the supernatural “Halloween Screams” nighttime spectacular will summon projections, special effects and music on Main Street, U.S.A., Sleeping Beauty Castle, Rivers of America and in front of “it’s a small world.” MagicBand+ adds another devious dimension to the show with ominous illuminations and shivering vibrations. On select nights, fireworks will conjure in the skies above. To make way for “Halloween Screams,” the nighttime spectacular “Wondrous Journeys” is scheduled to make its last performance of the year on Aug. 31.

At Disney California Adventure Park, three attractions will undergo seasonal transformations with Halloween spins – and drops. The family-friendly Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree in Cars Land opts for a happily hair-raising soundtrack to become Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree. The nearby Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters takes guests on a wicked whirl as Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween. For the first time, the resident “car-acter” Guido will sport a ghoulish “car-stume” as he welcomes guests to the Casa Della Tires.

As the afternoon winds down each day, the thrills go up at Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! in Avengers Campus. Unique to Halloween Time, the attraction transforms into Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark, a scream-worthy adventure to save Groot from creatures running amok in The Collector’s Fortress.

From Sept. 8 through Nov. 1, Disney character-themed pumpkins will be hidden around the Downtown Disney District for Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit; with the purchase of a map from participating locations, guests can commemorate their search with a collectible keepsake. Downtown Disney District will also feature fall décor, entertainment and special offerings from select locations.

Dining locations across the Disneyland Resort will serve up frightfully flavorful food and beverages, such pumpkin fritters and a Halloween cake. This year’s array of Halloween merchandise includes apparel, home décor and collectibles with in-trend designs.

Are you looking forward to seeing the giant Mickey Jack-o’-Lantern at Disneyland?

There’s still time to plan your fall Disneyland trip! Contact me for a free vacation quote. I am a travel agent with Destinations to Travel, my services are complimentary, and I’d love to help you plan a magical vacation.

Ticketless Dining Packages Now Available for Disney World

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Sara

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August 31, 2023

Ticketless Dining Packages Now Available for Disney World

The Disney Dining Pans are returning to Walt Disney World next year! Guests don’t have to purchase a ticket and hotel package as ticketless dining packages are now available to book.

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Guests wanting to book a stay at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel but not purchase park tickets can now add a dining plan to their room-only reservation. This will also accommodate guests who have booked back-to-back reservations at different Disney Resort Hotels, by allowing them to book a room and Dining Plan without having to add tickets to the package.

These ticketless packages are available for stays at Walt Disney World beginning January 9, 2024. They cannot be booked online, however. They will need to be booked over the phone.

Disney Dining Plan

Everyone in the party ages 3 and over receives the following during their package stay:

1 Quick-Service Meal Per Night of Stay
1 Table-Service Meal Per Night of Stay
1 Snack or Nonalcoholic Beverage Per Night of Stay
1 Resort-Refillable Mug

For example, if you book a 4-night package with a Disney Dining Plan, each Guest (ages 3 and up) in your party would receive 4 Table-Service meals, 4 Quick-Service meals and 4 snacks or nonalcoholic beverages—which can be used at any time during your 4-night stay.

What’s Included

Quick-Service Meal
Meals redeemed at breakfast, lunch or dinner will include:

1 Entrée
1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)

Table-Service Meal
Meals redeemed at breakfast will include:

1 Entrée
1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)

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1 Full Buffet (prix-fixe) or Family-Style Meal (prix-fixe)
1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)

Meals redeemed at brunch, lunch or dinner will include:

1 Entrée
1 Dessert
1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)

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1 Full Buffet (If Available) or Family-Style Meal
1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)

Alcoholic Beverages
Guests 21 and older may choose either one nonalcoholic beverage or one-single serving mixed cocktail, beer or wine (where offered) as part of their meal.

A single-serving alcoholic beverage includes items such as:

Beer or Cider
Wine or Sangria
Mixed Drinks and Specialty Cocktails

Nonalcoholic Beverages
Guests 10 years of age and older can choose one nonalcoholic beverage (including specialty beverages where offered) as part of their meal.

A single-serving nonalcoholic beverage includes items such as:

Milkshakes
Fresh Smoothies
Premium Hot Chocolate
Soda, Coffee or Tea

Snacks
At Quick-Service restaurants, most Outdoor Carts and select merchandise locations, snacks may include a single serving of items such as:

Frozen ice cream novelty, popsicle or fruit bar
2 scoops of hand-scooped ice cream
Popcorn scoop (single-serving box)
Piece of whole fruit
Single-serve bag of snacks
20-ounce bottle of Coca-Cola® products, including Dasani® water
20-ounce fountain soft drink
Single-serve coffee, hot chocolate, hot tea, milk or juice
Cup of soup
Add on toppings or sauces (e.g. side of cheese dipping sauce)

Pog Juice Gelato Debuts at New Quick Service Spot in Hollywood Studios

Quick Service Dining Plan

Everyone in the party ages 3 and over receives the following during their package stay:

2 Quick-Service Meals Per Night of Stay
1 Snack or Nonalcoholic Beverage Per Night of Stay
1 Resort-Refillable Mug

For example, if you book a 4-night package with a Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan, each Guest (ages 3 and up) in your party would receive 8 Quick-Service meals and 4 Snacks or Nonalcoholic Beverages—which can be used at any time during your 4-night stay.

What’s Included

Quick-Service Meal
Meals redeemed at breakfast, lunch or dinner will include:

1 Entrée
1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)

Alcoholic Beverages
Guests 21 and older may choose either one nonalcoholic beverage or one-single serving mixed cocktail, beer or wine (where offered) as part of their meal.

A single-serving alcoholic beverage includes items such as:

Beer or Cider
Wine or Sangria
Mixed Drinks and Specialty Cocktails

Nonalcoholic Beverages
Guests 10 years of age and older can choose one nonalcoholic beverage (including specialty beverages where offered) as part of their meal.

A single-serving nonalcoholic beverage includes items such as:

Milkshakes
Fresh Smoothies
Premium Hot Chocolate
Soda, Coffee or Tea

Snacks
At Quick-Service restaurants, most Outdoor Carts and select merchandise locations, snacks may include a single serving of items such as:

Frozen ice cream novelty, popsicle or fruit bar
2 scoops of hand-scooped ice cream
Popcorn scoop (single-serving box)
Piece of whole fruit
Single-serve bag of snacks
20-ounce bottle of Coca-Cola® products, including Dasani® water
20-ounce fountain soft drink
Single-serve coffee, hot chocolate, hot tea, milk or juice
Cup of soup
Add on toppings or sauces (e.g. side of cheese dipping sauce)

If you’d like assistance booking a ticketless package with a dining plan, contact me for a free vacation quote! I am a travel agent with Destinations to Travel, my services are complimentary, and I’d love to help you plan a magical vacation.

Fly Off To Neverland With This Peter Pan Petunia Pickle Bottom Collection!

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Ana Leal

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August 30, 2023

Fly Off To Neverland With This Peter Pan Petunia Pickle Bottom Collection!

Take flight with the Peter Pan Petunia Pickle Bottom Collection that will help you soar toward your next adventure! The collection features two different backpack styles and two complimentary accessories that will remind you to always stay young at heart.

The pattern features Peter Pan, Wendy and the lost boys against a beige subtle background color, the interior lining features a map of Never Land from Skull Rock to the Mermaid Lagoon!

METHOD BACKPACK

The Method Backpack features 10 thoughtfully placed pockets for perfect packing. Four internal pockets make for easy organization, two felt lined zipped pockets on the bag’s exterior for your mobile phones or tech, plus four bottle ready external pockets. This go anywhere, stay-all-day diaper bag is ready for your next adventure.

META BACKPACK

The Meta Backpack is a must have, it features insulated compartments, a padded tech sleeve, hidden insulated bottle pocket and cleverly designed internal pockets that keep your essentials at the ready. But this backpack is not only good for moms, it can be a great option for travel!

CRISS-CROSS SLING BAG

We are in love with this sling bag! It’s light, compact and super magical. You can place snacks or a small bottle in the insulated front pocket and there’s still plenty of room for your keys, wallet, and even a spare diaper and onsie in the spacious main compartment. A sleeve on the back is perfect for quick access to your phone. Again, this is also good for anyone, not just moms!

COOL PIXEL PLUS

This is an oversize, easy to clean packing pod with an insulated interior and a wide open top that’s perfect to keep sips and snacks at the ready and bring happiness on any outing. You can also use it as a packing cube for your next vacation!

And remember, think happy thoughts!

Credit: Petunia Pickle Bottom

Disney Springs is Hosting a Special Halloween Shopping Event at Ever After Jewelry Co.

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Sara

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August 30, 2023

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Disney Springs is Hosting a Special Halloween Shopping Event at Ever After Jewelry Co.

If you love Halloween, Disney, and Pandora jewelry, you won’t want to miss the Halloween shopping event coming to Disney Springs! Tomorrow, August 31st, Ever After Jewelry Co & Accessories is hosting a shopping event that gives you the opportunity to see Pandora’s full Disney Halloween Collection.

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Spooktacular new sparkles have materialized from @theofficialpandora! 🔮👻 Enjoy a spellbinding shopping experience at Ever After Jewelry Co. & Accessories on 8/31 from 12:30pm-9pm and shop Pandora’s full Disney Halloween collection.

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A Pandora stylist will be on-site to help you design and customize a frightfully fashionable bracelet. 🖤🎃 And when you purchase $175+ of Pandora merchandise, you’ll receive a complimentary limited edition Halloween poster, while supplies last.

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Ever After Jewelry Co & Accessories is located in the Town Center area of Disney Springs.

Will you be adding some Halloween Pandora jewelry to your collection?

Ready to plan your next Disney vacation? Contact me for a free quote! I am a travel agent with Destinations to Travel and my services are complimentary.

Cake Bake Shop no longer expected to open in 2023 at Walt Disney World

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Chris B

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August 30, 2023

The Cake Bake Shop at the Boardwalk Resort will likely not open prior to the end of the year

Disney’s reimagining of the Boardwalk resort area following the closure of the ESPN club includes the installation of the Cake Bake Shop, a bakery that the Disney website notes will offer ‘delicious cakes, cookies, pies, macarons, coffee, croissants and more.’ The shop was initially slated to open this year, but it looks like that opening has now been pushed back.

The website for the Cake Bake Shop now notes the bakery will be ‘opening soon’ rather than in 2023, indicating a delay in construction. The bakery is replacing the former ESPN club.

Items that will be available at the Cake Bake Shop include:

Cookies
French macarons
Brownies
Dessert bars
Pies
Cheesecakes

The interior of the bakery will feature “counters lined with handmade cakes that are one-of-a-kind in beauty and taste, attractively displayed on French porcelain platters topped with glass domes.”

I for one love a good bakery, and cannot wait for this place to finally open!

Ready to book your next magical vacation, but don’t know where to start? Want to enjoy a Walt Disney World vacation without the stress of planning, booking, and tracking trip changes and promotions? Contact me today! As an agent with Destinations To Travel who specializes in Disney destinations, I can help you stress less and enjoy your vacation more! The best part? My services are provided at NO ADDITIONAL COST when you book your Disney vacation package through me!

Disney Springs to Host 30th Anniversary Chef Dinner, featuring Head Chef from Jaleo Chicago

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Chris B

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August 30, 2023

The full menu for the 30th Anniversary Chef Dinner at Jaleo is now available

Jaleo at Disney Springs is gearing up for a 30th-anniversary celebration that will include a specialty Chef’s dinner on September 5, 2023. We now have details on the full menu for the event, which will feature a menu inspired by the culinary team’s recent trip to Spain.

Jaleo Disney Springs’ Chef Kristoffer Anderson and Jaleo Chicago’s Chef, José Dávilla have combined talents to create the menu for the anniversary dinner, which will include:

Welcome:

Navaja con piñones y salsa verde: Razor clam with pine nuts from Andalucía with a sauce made from herbs and extra virgin olive oil
Paired With: Juve I Camps Millesime, Chardonnay 2012

First Course

“Snacks” of Tuna: Ventresca Sashimi, Bañuelos with lomo de atún and Jamon Iberico de Bellota, Tartelette of Tuna, Avocado, and Summer Truffles
Tosta de Solomillo y Queso Payoyo: Tenderloin from the Iberian Pig, Payoyo Cheese, Roasted Red Peppers, and Caramelized Onions
Croqueta de Pollo “Jose’s Way”
Paired With: Bodegas Alvear Fino en Rama, Pedro Ximénez, D.O Montilla-Morriles

Second Course

Gamba Roja “Como el Antonio” con Salsa Rosa: Lightly Fried Gamba Roja from Jose’s Favorite Restaurant in Zahara de Los Atúnes
Ensalada de Tomate con Lardo Ibérico: Tomato salad with Cured Iberico Fat Back
Paired With: Flor de Maga

Third Course

Carabinero a la Crema: Tortellini, Carabinero Cream Sauce
Paired With: Avancia Blanco Nobleza, Godello, D.O Valdeorras

Fourth Course

Carrillera de Iberico con Pure de Patatas: Iberico Pork Cheeks, Potato Puree, Wild Mushrooms
Paired With: Viña Gena Villota, Alomado

Fifth Course

Texturas de Citricos: Yogurt Olive Oil Ice Cream, Orange Gelee, Candied Orange Peel, Arbequina
Paired With: Numero 2 de Jorge Ordonez, Muscat, Málaga

There are only a limited number of tickets remaining for this event, so if you are interested be sure to head over to head over to the ticketing website to reserve your spot before the event sells out!

Ready to book your next magical vacation, but don’t know where to start? Want to enjoy a Walt Disney World vacation without the stress of planning, booking, and tracking trip changes and promotions? Contact me today! As an agent with Destinations To Travel who specializes in Disney destinations, I can help you stress less and enjoy your vacation more! The best part? My services are provided at NO ADDITIONAL COST when you book your Disney vacation package through me!

Full Menus Listed for Halloween Horror Nights 32 at Universal Orlando

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Chris B

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August 30, 2023

We now have the full menu, including the drink list, for Halloween Horror Nights 32

We are just days away from the inaugural Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights evening for season 32. The food trucks have been installed at Universal Orlando Resort, giving us our first glimpse of the full food and drink menu for each location for this year.

Guests will encounter the Midway Delights food truck upon entering Music Plaza. The menu for Midway Delights includes:

Food:

Dr. Oddfellow’s CarnEVIL Dog: $10.49
Sour Apple Pie Funnel Fries: $9.99

Drinks:

Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50

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The Stranger Things-themed Stellar Bar has also been set up in Music Plaza. The menu items for Stellar Bar are:

Food

Cheddar Jalapeño Hellfire Club: $13.99

Drinks:

Peanut Butter Smuggler: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill, or drink without cup: $12.50)
Non-alcoholic Peanut Butter Smuggler: $8.00
Murray’s Brain Tonic: $14.25
Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50
Spellbound Cabernet Sauvignon: $9.00
Noble Vines Chardonnay: $9.00

Stranger Things fans will immediately recognize the iconic Surfer Boy Pizza, which is located in Grammercy Park. Menu items for this location:

Food:

Surfer Boy Cheese Pizza: $9.99
Surfer Boy Vegan Pizza: $9.99
Surfer Boy Hawaiian Pizza: $9.99
Yuri’s Favorite (chocolate cake): $5.99

Drinks:

Surfer Boy Tropical Dream Punch: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.50)
Surfer Boy Non-Alcoholic Tropical Dream Punch: $8.00
Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50

Yeti Returns is located right next to Surfer Boy Pizza and offers:

Food:

Bloody Campground Poutine: $9.99
Vegan Burnt Ends Poutine: $9.99
Bloody Snowball (chocolate cake): $5.49

Drinks:

Ghoul Juice: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.50)
Electric Death: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.50)
Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50

Mel’s Die-In is closed for renovations, so a stand has been erected in its place in Battery Park

Food

Cheeseburger: $12.99
Peanut Blooder Burger: $13.49
Confetti Battered Cookies: $7.49
Chocolate Chip Cookies: $4.29
Chips: $3.49

Drinks

Ghoul Juice: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.50)
Tinseltown Torment: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.50)
Electric Death: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.50)
Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50

FEDRA Rations is one of two Last of Us-themed food booths and is also located in Gramercy Park. Menu options:
Food

Twisted Taters: $9.49
The Infected Tater: $10.49
Cordyceps Corndog: $11.49

Drinks:

Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50

FEDRA Rations Distribution, the second Last of Us-themed food booth, is also located in Sting Alley. Menu options:

Food

Left Behind Ravioli: $9.99
Lakeside Meat Stew: $10.49
FEDRA Ration Bar: $5.49

Drinks

Salt Lake City Iced Coffee: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.50)
Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50

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Chucky’s Killer Treats can be found over in San Francisco. Menu includes:

Food:

Fried ‘till the End Chicken: $9.99
Chucky’s Pop-Dead Corn: $44.00 with the Chucky souvenir bucket, $6.69 without the bucket (bucket refill $3.69)
Heart of Damballa: $16.50

Drinks:

Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50

The area behind Lombard’s Seafood is home to the Peacock’s Halloween Horror Bar. The menu here includes:

Food

Spicy Turkey & Squash Bun: $7.99
Little Stevie’s Stuffed Pretzel with Jalapeño: $7.49
Little Stevie’s Stuffed Pretzel with Spinach: $7.49

Drinks

Survivor’s Fizz: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill, or drink without cup: $12.50)
Rotten as Chuck: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill, or drink without cup: $12.50)
Peacocktail: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill, or drink without cup: $12.50)
Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50
Spellbound Cabernet Sauvignon: $9.00
Noble Vines Chardonnay: $9.00
Premium Cocktail (choice of Tito’s, Captain Morgan, Bacardi, Patron, Jack Daniel’s, Crown Royal, or Tanqueray): $18.00 (includes a souvenir cup, $14.00 for refill or a drink with no cup)

The Expo Circle Food Truck can be found near the Central Park area, and is serving:

Food

Butternut & Duck Galette: $9.99
Witches Spell Cauldron Stew: $7.99

Drinks

Ghoul Juice: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill,, or drink without cup: $12.50)
Electric Death: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill, or drink without cup: $12.50)
Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50

A Bar (no cool name currently) is also available near the Starbucks in New York. Menu:

Drinks

Ghoul Juice: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.50)
Electric Death: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.50)

The Twisted Tater returns again this year, this time in front of the theater for Animal Actors On Location! Menu items include:

Food

Twisted Taters: $9.49
Twisted Tater Blood n’ Guts: $14.99

Drinks

Hacker-Pschorr Oktoberfest (Draft): $15.00 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.00)
Nightmare Nectar Blonde Ale (Draft): $15.00 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.00)
Whole Hog Pumpkin Ale (Draft): $15.00 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill or drink without cup: $12.00)
Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50
Spellbound Cabernet Sauvignon: $9.00
Noble Vines Chardonnay: $9.00

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The Día de los Muertos stand is located right outside Cafe La Bamba. Menu:

Food

Walking Taco: $12.49
Vegan Walking Taco: 12.49
Al Pastor Torta: $11.99
Vegan Churritos with Ice Cream: $7.99
Chicharróns de Harina: $4.99

Drinks:

Feliz Muerte: $16.50 (includes a souvenir cup, cup refill, or drink without cup: $12.50)
Lacto-Kooler (VooDoo Brewing Co.): $12.25
Original Sin Crimson Chaos Cider: $10.00
Vodka Seltzer (Truly): $11.25
Miller Light: $9.50

The Today Cafe will be open and serving:

Food

Graveyard Coffee Cake: $5.49
Rotting Pumpkin: $6.49
Peanut Caramel Bar: $5.99
Pumpkin Dulce de Leche Puff: $6.99

San Francisco Pastry Co will be offering:

Trick or Treat Bucket: $5.99
Hellfire Mini Cake: $5.49

And lastly, the Icee Stand over by Men In Black will be open and serving:

Soda Pop Churro: $6.99
ICEE Floater: $16.50

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Raglan Road Great Irish Hooley Returning to Disney Springs this September

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Chip

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August 30, 2023

Raglan Road Great Irish Hooley is Returning to Disney Springs this September

Mark your calendars for a lively celebration at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant as they gear up to kick off the 11th annual Great Irish Hooley roots revival music festival over Labor Day weekend. Commencing on Friday, September 1st, and carrying on until Monday, September 4th, this event promises a musical extravaganza like no other.

Prepare to be swept away by the electrifying performances of top Irish bands, as they infuse the venue with a dynamic blend of traditional jigs, beloved ballads, Celt grass melodies, enduring folk tunes, and heartfelt blues. The stage will be graced by a stellar assembly of luminaries hailing from the realm of traditional Irish music, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all in attendance.

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Sina Theil – Multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and winner of several Irish music awards, Theil was named “Rising Star of 2022” at the American Celtic Listener Supported Music Awards. Don’t miss her!

Strings & Things – Back by popular demand, this original Irish folk/trad four-piece band toured in London, and throughout Ireland and has headlined Raglan Road’s Great Irish Hooley with their own original sound and a variety of crossover tunes.

The Byrne Brothers – Extraordinary father-and-sons quartet, back by demand, who tell stories through their music, singing, and Irish dancing. Featured Rollicking Raglan Brunch performers!

The Connemara Ramblers – Sam Carey and Orla Leavy delight audiences with their fresh Irish sounds.

One for the Foxes – Exciting new transatlantic trio merging backgrounds in Irish and American folk music serve up an eclectic vibe.

Oliver Havlin from County Down, Ireland, rocks tunes on guitar, fiddle, and vocals.

Raglan Road Irish Dancers – Our award-winning troupe.

To pair with the Irish vibes and in keeping with the Hooley spirit, Raglan Road will debut its new “Stars & Hearts” Keeper’s Heart Whiskey flight, an Irish-American collaboration aged in stout barrels. The pub’s bartenders also are whipping up new Hooley cocktails including “Heart of the Hooley” made with Keeper’s Heart Irish Bourbon and blackberry and mint shrub. And new dishes are slated to preview, including the culinary team’s first gourmet Guinness & Onion Soup, as well as a new Seaboard Sharing board for two with chef creations featuring a variety of ocean gems.

When you hear the word “Hooley,” you know to expect a good time. It’s a Gaelic term for a lively, family-friendly party that ends up becoming legendary in one’s memory.

“At Raglan Road, our Hooley is about finding an excuse to party!” says general manager Rachael Conroy. “And there’s no better time to celebrate than Labor Day weekend, where we can soak up the last vibes of summer during a festival of unique Irish music, dance, and food.”

There’s no cover charge to join the Raglan Road fun featuring top Irish bands with high-voltage entertainment. When the spirit moves you, be ready to kick up your Hooley heels — our talented Raglan Road Irish Dancers will lead guests through a lively ceili. The ceili step dances, dating back to the Celts and Druids who inhabited Ireland in the 1500s, are usually a main event of local celebrations in Irish and Celtic communities.

It all begins Friday afternoon, Sept. 1, and continues through late night Monday, Labor Day. Celtic face painting is complimentary. In addition to the pub’s All-Day Menu, the delicious Rollicking Raglan Brunch will be served throughout the weekend and Monday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

A consistent TripAdvisor Hall of Fame honoree; the Orlando Sentinel 2021, ‘22, and ‘23 Foodie Awards “Critic’s Choice” for “Best Irish;” 2019 OpenTable top 100 restaurants nationwide for a big night out; 2023 OpenTable top 100 restaurants for outdoor dining; The Daily Meal’s 2018 “Best Irish Pub” in Florida, Raglan Road is widely known for its beer-battered fish and chips, Shepherd’s pie with a contemporary twist, and frequently refreshed menu of first-rate pub cuisine. Its wide array of exclusive locally crafted beers is created jointly by our Raglan beerheads with the best of Florida’s craft brewmasters.

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Reservations are recommended; call 407/938-0300. Check out raglanroad.com, and plan to join us for the Great Irish Hooley! Extended Hooley hours are Friday, Sept. 1, from 11 a.m.-12 a.m.; Saturday, Sept. 2, 10 a.m.-12 a.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-12 a.m.; and Monday, 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m.

Owned and operated by Irish partners John Cooke and Paul Nolan, Raglan Road features traditional Irish dishes and new food and beverage creations with a Celtic twist. The restaurant’s warm interior of aged walnut and mahogany woods from old Irish bars and churches was built in Ireland and shipped to Orlando. Live entertainment nightly includes a suite of shows featuring Irish bands and dancers. Guests also can enjoy shows beginning at noon during the weekend Rollicking Raglan Brunch. Food is served from our All-Day menu daily from 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday Brunch is served from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant is located at Disney Springs in the Walt Disney World Resort, 1640 E. Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

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Visit www.raglanroad.com or call 407/938-0300.

New Disney Halloween Bag Charms By BaubleBar Available Now!

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Ana Leal

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August 30, 2023

New Disney Halloween Bag Charms By BaubleBar Available Now!

We are obsessed with these new Disney Halloween Bag Charms by BaubleBar featuring Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Daisy in their Halloween costumes! They are definitely a must have accessory for the spooky season.

MICKEY MOUSE VAMPIRE BAG CHARM

Dressed as a vampire, this keychain features elegant glass stones on Mickey’s ears, feet, and vest. No matter your Halloween plans this season, Mickey is ready to celebrate. The best part? He’s glow-in-the-dark! During the day, leave them in the sun or strong indoor lighting to guarantee a statement at night.

MINNIE MOUSE WITCH BAG CHARM

Minnie is dressed in a witch costume and holding a broom, with glitter enamel and pink stone accents for even more sparkle. Take her along to all of your Halloween festivities this season plus she also glow-in-the-dark!

DONALD DUCK DEVIL BAG CHARM

Donald Duck looks so cute in this Halloween-themed bag charm. Dressed in a devil costume and holding a trident, it features glitter enamel and red stone accents for even more sparkle. Take him along to have a sinfully good time this spooky season.

DAISY DUCK PRINCESS BAG CHARM

Daisy Duck is in her princess era in this adorable Halloween bag charm. She wears a glittery enamel dress and holds a wand covered in pretty crystals. Invoke your inner princess when you clip this onto your favorite purse. At night, Daisy Duck glows in the dark!

MICKEY MOUSE SKELETON BAG CHARM

Mickey Mouse himself is dressed in a skeleton costume that would make anyone envious. His head, shoes, and nose are covered in glass stone details plus he glows-in-the-dark!

Credit: BaubleBar

New Mickey Mouse Pumpkin And Ghost Hair Claw Clips For A Spooky Hairstyle!

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Ana Leal

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August 30, 2023

New Mickey Mouse Pumpkin And Ghost Hair Claw Clips For A Spooky Hairstyle!

These Mickey Mouse Pumpkin And Ghost Hair Claw Clips created by ABrittCraftyShop on Etsy for $25 each! They are adorable and perfect for this fall.

MICKEY MOUSE PUMPKIN HAIR CLIP

Complete your look this fall with this Mickey Mouse Pumpkin hair clip shaped well like a Mickey pumpkin. The size is perfect for all hair types and will add a magical touch to your hairstyle.

GHOST MICKEY MOUSE HAIR CLIP

Another fun design is this ghost Mickey Mouse hair clip! A spookily adorable hair accessory for this Halloween.