food IS a theme park
Within the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa lies the Mandara Spa, which offers spa services like massages, facials, wraps, and breathing releases to guests of the resort.
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When we called yesterday to make a reservation, the spa informed us that they would be closing their doors permanently on July 10th so Disney can create an all-new experience in the space. We confirmed the closure by speaking to an employee at the spa in person.
The reservation-only period for Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge ends in four days (!!!) on June 23 and park officials are gearing up for the huge crowds they anticipate on June 24th.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
To help us all prepare for the land’s general opening, Disneyland has given us some beneficial planning tips! Let’s PUNCH IT!
in Disney California Adventure’s Cars Land serves treats that make us say “KACHOW“!
Bacon Mac & Cheese Cone at Disneyland’s Cozy Cone Motel
Two of these delicious goodies — the Chili Cone Queso and the Bacon Mac ‘n’ Cheese — happen to be served in a super yummy bread cone. But, on a recent visit, our friend Heather (you know her from @diningindisney on Instagram) learned something new about these two Cozy Cone options.
We have been on merchandise OVERLOAD lately with the release of new items like the Mickey bubble baton, the Imagination Pink collection, and the JUMBO Minnie bow.
Disneyland Backpacks
And today, we’re adding to the hefty new merch list with a few new and super fun backpack options.
Disneyland Annual Passholders should make a note to stop by AP Corner from June 20 to September 2, 2019 in Disney California Adventure to celebrate “The Lion King” and have a chance to purchase a unique musical sipper — the Ocarina Mug — while supplies last!
Ocarina Mug ©Disney
Walt Disney World guests may remember when this fun piece used to be available in Animal Kingdom. In addition to the beautiful design made to look like carvings, the Ocarina Mug boasts an Ocarina (wind flute) handle! [Read more…]
Hey, food-lovin’ friends! If you know us, you know we are quite fond of Troubadour Tavern in Disneyland. We love stopping here to grab some delicious German food like a bratwurst sausage or stuffed potato.
BBQ Chicken Stuffed Baked Potato
Well, when stopping by on our most recent visit, we noticed a new-to-us menu addition that we got pretty excited about!
Last week we posted that Disneyland’s iconic Main Street Cinema has begun selling merchandise, dropping a bunch of Americana apparel, Minnie ears, plush, and more into the storied space.
Main Street Cinema
We heard from lots of readers and followers who simply were. not. having. it. But now we have Disney’s side of the story. [Read more…]
Oh yeah, my friends… you read that title correctly. The super yummy S’mores Churro has been spotted again in Disneyland!
S’mores Churro
You may remember this delicious churro delight from when it was served back in 2017 at the churro cart in Critter Country for the reopening of Fantasmic!
We may still be recovering from the opening of Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, but now we have some exciting new tidbits about Disney California Adventure’s upcoming Marvel Land!
Concept Art for Marvel Land coming to Disney California Adventure ©Disney
According to a report from Entertainment Weekly, the city of Anaheim has approved a variety of permits for the expansion!
It’s about that time, folks: the heat of summer is rolling in. Here at the DFB that means finding lots of tasty little frozen drinks to keep us cool while we’re hustling from ride to ride. In Disneyland’s Frontierland, Rancho Del Zocalo has a fruity drink with a floral twist: the Jamaica Freeze!
Jamaica Freeze
There’s no clear description of this drink on the menu placard or online, but it may be inspired by Agua de Jamaica, a Mexican iced hibiscus tea traditionally served with midday meals. [Read more…]
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