Last night, Knott’s Berry Farm hosted a special event announcing all of the new and returning elements for the 50th anniversary season of Knott’s Scary Farm. Three new mazes, the return of popular shows such as The Hanging, and more await those brave enough when the event kicks off on September 21st! New Mazes The Chilling […]
You might have noticed that Disney stepped up the magic in the theme parks this week for World Princess Week. Just last weekend, the festivities began as new food and drink items were introduced, Princesses arrived for memorable character meet and greets, and some very special wishes were being granted to young Disney fans who deserve some extra pixie dust. What an adventure! Though, the fun isn’t over yet.
The new limited-time Princess Ruby Chocolate Bars can now be found at The Ganachery in Disney Springs until August 31st. Each bar has a delicate Princess design on the top in delightful ruby chocolate, with pistachios, crisp raspberries, and white crisp pearls.
Calling all Disney Princess fans! Take a look at this sweet treat that’s only available until the end of August at Disney Springs! #disneysprings#disneyprincess#disneyparks
The Ganachery can be found in The Landing district of Disney Springs and is a great location to find a sweet treat to try or stock up on special goodies to take home for loved ones.
In honor of World Princess Week, Disney Parks has shared details about a new “Cinderella”-inspired wedding carriage coming soon to Disneyland Resort.
Cinderella Platinum Wedding Coach
Married couples at Disneyland Resort can travel by horse-drawn carriage and a new coach is joining the fleet.
The new carriage is white and gold, with a golden pumpkin on top, scrollwork, and lanterns, all inspired by Cinderella’s carriage in the animated film.
The carriage’s official name is the Cinderella Platinum Coach, named in honor of The Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary.
More details will be announced soon about the Cinderella Platinum Coach.
One of the most beloved princess-inspired experiences offered by Disney Weddings is arriving and departing the wedding ceremony in a royal carriage. This experience is available exclusively for Disney Wedding guests and is everything that any princess could ever wish for. Disney Weddings has shared details on the newest coach being added to the mix, and it’s a pretty special one.
The official name of the carriage coming to Disneyland Resort is the Cinderella Platinum Coach! This new coach is a horse-drawn carriage that was inspired by the carriage in the classic Walt Disney Animation Studios film Cinderella. The pumpkin shape, gold color highlights, scrollwork, and lantern details are some elements from the film that carried over into the design.
Disney says more details are coming in the near future about the Cinderella Platinum Coach, so stay tuned!
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The struggle is real when it comes to Disney dining! There are so many options that you are often left deciding between the desire to keep trying something new and sticking with your old favorites. As a non-local, I get maybe a week a year to experience Walt Disney World, so trying new things is a priority for my family. We love experiencing new spots, new rides, new shows… and most of all, new restaurants. With that said, the one meal we never skip in Disney is at Columbia Harbour House. Located in Liberty Square in the Magic Kingdom, this restaurant is easy to miss as you’re walking by, but for us, it’s a main attraction.
When you get inside Columbia Harbour House (CHH), immediately head up the stairs. At the top of the stairs is a seating area that is always less populated than the downstairs main dining room. Our family consistently seeks out one of the tables with a window seat, overlooking the hustle and bustle of Liberty Square. From there, we can relax, enjoy our meal, and cool off for a bit. Without fail this becomes a highlight of the trip for me because it’s one of the rare moments where we can relax and just take it in. I love that we can still see the hustle and bustle, but aren’t part of it.
As far as the food, CHH is always consistent. We have eaten here many times, and each time our meal is hot, quick, and tasty. The last two times we dined here, I mobile ordered, and both times my meal was ready within a minute or two of me selecting that I was in the restaurant. As a fan of mobile order, I know this is not how it always is, often having to wait upwards of 10 minutes for food after selecting that I have arrived. CHH is speedy, which is greatly appreciated when I have a hungry family.
Our favorites are the lobster roll for my husband, the fried shrimp for my son, and the grilled shrimp and hushpuppies for me. Pro tip: Since I sometimes struggle to decide what to order, I often get the kids’ grilled shrimp meal and the kids’ fried shrimp meal for myself! This comes out to 6 shrimp total between the two meals, and I usually pass the kids’ meal fries on to my family while I focus on the rice, green beans, and hushpuppies myself. The seasoning on the grilled shrimp is my favorite. It’s somewhat smokey and full of flavor. The seasonings always compliment the rice well and just make for a nice, light, meal. The hushpuppies are the real star of the show, though. I love those sweet balls of corn goodness. It’s a nice change from the usual side dishes you find around Disney, offering a nice alternative to French fries.
If you’ve never tried Columbia Harbour House, do yourself a favor and give it a shot. Be sure to head upstairs and keep your eyes out for the tables with the window view. You’ll be glad you tried it!
Tokyo Disney Resort will debut a new Autumn Storybook Collection featuring Gelatoni merchandise on September 7, 2023. While the collection heavily features Gelatoni, Duffy and some of his other friends also appear.
Gelatoni Mini Towel – ¥2,500
This small towel is approximately 25cm long x 25cm wide.
It features Gelatoni in an orange outfit with his paintbrush, set against a book with autumn leaves all around.
Chocolate Covered Rusk – ¥1,500
The same Gelatoni image is on this tin of chocolates. Also on the tin are LinaBell, Duffy, and ShellieMay.
In the tin are 12 chocolates. There are 3 of each type of chocolate:
Duffy bags: Milk chocolate with caramel topping
ShellieMay bags: White chocolate with strawberry topping
Gelatoni bags: White chocolate with pistachio topping
LinaBell bags: Milk chocolate with white chocolate topping
Assorted Chocolate – ¥1,000
A storybook-shaped box includes another series of chocolates.
There are 16 total, 4 of each of these flavors:
Milk chocolate with chocolate cookie crumbs
Chestnut chocolate with white cookie crumbs
Chocolate-covered cookies
Chocolate flake bars
Marshmallow Set – ¥800
If marshmallows are more to your taste, this set features 12 marshmallow pieces with chocolate cream.
Each marshmallow has a different character’s face printed on it: Duffy, ShellieMay, Gleatoni, or LinaBell.
Memo Set – ¥1,600
The memo set includes notepads featuring Gelatoni, Duffy, LinaBell, and ShellieMay with autumn backgrounds.
There are also book-shaped and flag-shaped sticky notes.
Sticker Set – ¥2,000
To go with your memo set is this sticker set, which comes in an Autumn Storybook box. There are various stickers featuring the characters and some fun masking tape.
Postcard Set – ¥750
This set includes two postcard designs. One features Gelatoni on the storybook, with his three friends below. The other shows them all gathered around the storybook.
There are also two pop-out bookmarks featuring Gelatoni and Duffy.
Ballpoint Pen Set – ¥1,600
Lastly for the stationery is a set of four pens, each featuring a different character.
Gelatoni Cushion – ¥4,800
This cushion is approximately 39 x 39 x 17 cm. One side has a plush Gelatoni popping out of a storybook, with paint supplies, plants, and books around him.
On the other side are all four animals gathered around the book, placing leaves inside. “Capture the Colors of Cape Cod” is printed below them.
Tote Bag – ¥4,700
The tote is about 32 cm tall and 44 cm wide. One of the exterior pockets reads “Autumn Storybook” while another features Gelatoni.
The other side of the bag has all four friends gathered around the storybook. The straps are brown with “Duffy and Friends” printed on it. The interior lining is yellow with images of fall plants and storybooks.
Shoulder Bag – ¥4,300
This bag is shaped like a book with Gelatoni on the cover. He holds his palette and paintbrush and “Autumn Storybook” is in cursive above him. It has a peachy border and back.
Gelatoni, Duffy, ShellieMay, and LinaBell are pictured reading on the back.
It’s approximately 18 cm tall, 23 cm wide, and 5 cm deep. The cream-white strap is adjustable.
Pouch – ¥2,800
The pouch has an acorn charm hanging from the metal top. It’s yellow, with Gelatoni on the storybook and the others below him.
The other image of the friends around the storybook is against a white background on the other side.
It’s 16 cm tall, 11 cm wide, and 3 cm deep, perfect for storing cosmetics or glasses.
Pass Case – ¥2,600
The pass case has a strap to use it as a wristlet or clip it to a bag. It also resembles a storybook, but this one white with gray trees framing the image of Gelatoni and his pals.
It looks like a book inside, with each “page” featuring a different character. It’s 11 cm tall and 6 cm wide. the strap is 18 cm long.
Gelatoni Beret – ¥3,800
Complete your Gelatoni look with a beret!
The beret is a light gray-blue color with two white cat ears sticking out of the top. “Autumn Storybook” is embroidered on the edge.
It’s about 58 cm.
Scarf – ¥4,700
The double-sided scarf is a similar gray-blue color on one side, patterned with images of Duffy and friends reading, with autumn leaves and acorns.
The other side is a tan brown with the same pattern in different colors.
It’s 180 cm long and 62 cm wide.
Tray – ¥2,400
The tray is white, with Gelatoni, Duffy, ShellieMay, and LinaBell pictured with the book. Leaves and acorns are at the corner of the tray.
It’s 26 cm x 36 cm.
Mug & Spoon – ¥2,600
The 16 cm wooden spoon has a Mickey-shaped paint palette handle, with Gelatoni reading a storybook on the bowl. The matching mug features Gelatoni in the book on one side, below “Autumn Storybook.”
On the other side are the four friends each reading a different book. It’s about 10 cm around and 7 cm tall.
Smartphone Stand – ¥7,800
The smartphone stand has you placing your phone on a tree trunk, in front of a propped-up book that reads “Capture the Colors of Cape Cod” on one page. On the other page is a tree with its leaves blowing off in the wind.
ShellieMay, LinaBell, Duffy, and Gelatoni are gathered around the trunk.
Duffy Plush Badge – ¥2,400
Duffy is dressed in an argyle sweater vest embroidered with an orange “D” patch and matching reen corduroy pants and hat.
The plush badges are all approximately 15 cm tall and have a silver chain.
ShellieMay Plush Badge – ¥2,400
ShellieMay is in a yellow hat with a plaid black-and-white bow. She wears a yellow sweater embroidered with daisies and a yellow pleated skirt.
Gelatoni Plush Badge – ¥2,400
Gelatoni has an orange jacket over a striped shirt and checked brown pants.
He’s also wearing a gray beret.
LinaBell Plush Badge – ¥2,400
LinaBell has a red bowler hat and a matching red plaid dress with a brown belt, white sleeves, and white collar.
Duffy Plush Costume – ¥5,400
There are also larger versions of these costumes for the larger Duffy and Friends plush.
Note: these costumes are sold separately from the plush.
ShellieMay Plush Costume – ¥5,400
Gelatoni Plush Costume – ¥5,400
LinaBell Plush Costume – ¥5,400
Duffy Plush Charm – ¥2,200
The rest of these plush charms showcase the characters reading their books.
Duffy is wearing a blue hat and reading a gray book with a sailboat on the cover — appropriate considering his sailing background.
All of these are about 9 – 10 cm tall.
ShellieMay Plush Charm – ¥2,200
ShellieMay has a plaid bow and a red book.
The book is embroidered with an image of a spool of thread.
Gelatoni Plush Charm – ¥2,200
Gelatoni’s brown book is of course about painting.
LinaBell Plush Charm – ¥2,200
LinaBell has a pink bow and a purple book decorated with a flower and leaf.
StellaLou Plush Charm – ¥2,200
There are also plush charms of characters that aren’t featured in the rest of the collection. LinaBell the purple bunny has a pink bow and gray book with ballet shoes on the cover.
With her ears, LinaBell is 14 cm tall.
CookieAnn Plush Charm – ¥2,200
CookieAnn the yellow dog has a red checked bow and a book featuring an apple.
‘Olu Mel Plush Charm – ¥2,200
‘Olu Mel the turtle wears an orange hat and is reading a blue book about the ukulele.
Are you hoping to get some of the Autumn Storybook Collection featuring Gelatoni? Let us know in the comments.
By all accounts, Japan’s version of a Disney theme park is nothing short of impressive. With two major parks, Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, guests of this Disney region have a unique opportunity to enjoy a different approach to theme park life. Known for their attention to detail and celebration of all things cute, the experience on offer at the Tokyo-based Disney Resort has a wonderful integration of Japanese food and culture while also offering some of what is arguably one of the best theme park experiences in the world. Get ready for the stakes to be raised! In Spring 2024, Tokyo DisneySea will be welcoming the eighth port in the park, Fantasy Springs.
Brand new details have just been announced for the new port that will host the areas Rapunzel’s Forest, Peter Pan’s Never Land, and Frozen Kingdom, including information on attractions, restaurants, and the new resort that will stand alongside the port. Let’s take a look:
Rapunzel’s Forest – New Attraction + Restaurant
A tower stands in Rapunzel’s Forest where the long-haired princess, Rapunzel, has lived since she was a child. Here you can experience Rapunzel’s “best day ever” on Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival attraction, where Rapunzel falls in love with Flynn Rider on a romantic boat ride to the annual Lantern Festival. When a hungry stomach comes calling after this love-filled adventure, enjoy a meal at The Snuggly Duckling restaurant, reminiscent of the establishment by the same name from the film, in a variety of atmospheric dining areas.
Adventures await throughout Peter Pan’s Never Land where guests can explore a pirate ship, dine in a secret hideaway or encounter pirates. Experience Peter Pan’s Never Land Adventure, join the Lost Kids as they explore Never Land with Peter Pan and Tinker Bell as well as help rescue John from Captain Hook. Elsewhere, guests can help Tinker Bell deliver parcels and packages to the four seasonal areas of Pixie Hollow on the Fairy Tinker Bell’s Busy Buggies attraction.
Dine like the Lost Kids at Lookout Cookout, which is also their hideout! Made from found objects and shipwrecked parts, not only can you enjoy delicious food, but also beautiful views of Never Land.
Frozen Kingdom – New Attraction + Restaurant & Snack Cabin
Set after the events of “Frozen,” Frozen Kingdom is a place of happiness where Queen Elsa has embraced her ice magic. During Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Journey, relive the tale of two sisters and how they discovered that true love can thaw a frozen heart alongside fan-favorite songs from the film.
At Royal Banquet of Arendelle restaurant, you will find both an indoor and a covered outdoor dining area with beautiful views of the fjord cliffs and mountains in the distance. In need of a snack? Oaken, the owner of the cabin and sauna featured in the film, has you covered at Oaken’s OK Foods.
Who else just opened up a separate tab to check on flights to Japan? If that isn’t enough, there will also be a new Fantasy Springs Resort that will sit alongside the eighth port, offering a French cuisine-based buffet and the Grand Paradis Lounge. Though Disney says that officially, inspiration has been drawn from whimsical tales such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Tangled, and Sleeping Beauty, you might agree that in the concept art shown below, the exterior has a distinct Little Mermaid vibe to it. See what you think:
Hey there, fellow thrill-seekers and food enthusiasts! Buckle up as I take you on a spine-chilling, taste bud-tingling journey through Universal Studios Florida’s one-of-a-kind event: “Taste of Terror.” Imagine a place where the scrumptious meets the spine-tingling, where burgers and screams collide – that’s the twisted magic of this prelude to Halloween Horror Nights. So, grab your Blinky cup and your courage as we dive into the spooky and delicious world of “Taste of Terror.”
Picture this: I’m standing at the entrance, heart pounding in anticipation, clutching my ticket to adventure. For $136, I’m about to witness a Halloween Horror Nights teaser like no other. They’re throwing in a Blinky cup, drinks, both spine-chilling and calming, a free photo (proof I survived!), and a whole bunch of drool-worthy dishes. You can also opt for a food-focused ticket if your taste buds are the true thrill-seekers.
I step inside and suddenly, it hits me – the aroma of fear and food (weird combo, I know). There they are, rows of food booths that look straight out of a horror film, but with a side of french fries. Surfer Boy Pizza’s dishing out Hawaiian French bread pizzas that are so good, they’re scary. And don’t even get me started on Smash Burger’s peanut butter wonder – it’s like a burger and a dessert had a baby!
Prepare yourself, because the menu reads like a cryptic riddle of deliciousness. Imagine sinking your teeth into Left Behind Ravioli, covered in truffle cream and topped with tempura-fried enoki mushrooms. Feeling adventurous? The Yeti booth’s got carnivore and vegan poutine that’s out of this world. And the desserts? We’re talking Hellfire Mini Cake and Mini Oreo Mummy Pops – the kind of sweet that sends shivers down your spine.
And if you’re more into tacos than witchcraft, the vegan walking taco is here to blow your taste buds away. Frito chips, vegan chorizo, and a symphony of toppings – it was my favorite thing on the menu.
As I reluctantly bid adieu to the tantalizing terrors and flavors of “Taste of Terror,” I can’t help but reflect on the unforgettable adventure. It’s a fusion of culinary delights and hair-raising haunted scenery that leaves my stomach and my soul craving for more. Universal Studios Orlando Resort has truly brewed a concoction that satiates both my hunger for food and my thirst for screams.
And there you have it, my fellow brave explorers – the wild ride that is “Taste of Terror” at Universal Studios Florida. So, until next time, remember to stay hungry, stay scared, and see you in the fog!
