Disney Parks, Resorts, & Entertainment

Mr. Teller of Penn and Teller Visits Disney World

12 February 2011 by Suzannah Otis 4 Comments

Perusing my twitter stream the other day, I noticed that Mr. Teller, the tacit partner of the magical duo making up Penn & Teller, was in Orlando. The partners were actually performing nearby at UCF but Teller appeared to make his way over to Walt Disney World the next day. I’ve been a fan for years, so I follow both Penn and Teller on twitter. I couldn’t resist sharing when Teller started tweeting pictures of some friends he met at WDW:

From Teller’s tweet: “I’m at Walt Disney World. They seem to favor monarchy in these parts.”

Teller at Disney World — Mr. Teller meets Ms. White

From the tweet: “With a Toy Story army man.”

Teller at Disney's Hollywood Studios — and Mr. Teller meets a green army man

You never know who you’ll see in the World! Have you ever seen a celebrity in the parks? Back when I worked in the Magic Kingdom I saw Bruce Willis (during the Demi years) and Sylvester Stallone at Planet Hollywood. Earlier than that I saw Dick Van Patton over by the ABC Commissary at the Studios. And of course Chef Robert Irvine twice now! I think I’m due for another celebrity meeting, no?

Disney and Build-a-Bear Release Wizards of Waverly Place Bear

11 February 2011 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

Disney and Build-A-Bear Workshop have already partnered to bring us adorable costumes representing Disney princesses (I was lucky enough to win a Cinderella bear at Disney’s Social Media Moms Celebration last February, as well as meeting Chief Executive Bear Maxine Clark, who is a wonderful business woman and leader), Buzz Lightyear and Woody from Toy Story among others. The companies have now designed a Wizards of Waverly Place bear which was released on January 21, in stores and online. Maybe this can be a girlfriend for Duffy the Disney Bear? 😉

The official press release follows:

Build-A-Bear Workshop®, the interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, announced today that it is offering a “Wizards of Waverly Place” Bear for $22 (outfits and accessories sold separately). This adorable new furry friend features purple, blue and pink fur with a “Wizards of Waverly Place” logo on its paw and includes a magic wand. The bear arrived at Build-A-Bear Workshop stores and buildabear.com on Jan. 21.

“Fans of the Disney Channel Original Series ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ will love this new enchanting bear,” said Maxine Clark, Build-A-Bear Workshop founder and chief executive bear. “Build-A-Bear Workshop has always been a special place, and the ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Bear is sure to bring an extra dash of magic to our stores.”

The adventures are endless with a wizard as a furry friend! To personalize this bear, Build-A-Bear Workshop will offer a variety of magical-themed clothing and accessories including:

· Wizards of Waverly Place Outfit ($13.50) for a fashion-forward wizard.

· Silver Glitter Flats ($7) add charm to any outfit.

· Wizards of Waverly Place Bag ($6) for a dash of pizzazz.

· Wizards of Waverly Place Scarf ($3.50) to complete this magical look

With each purchase of a Wizards of Waverly Place Bear, Guests will receive a free Wizard Teller, while quantities last, plus $5 off a future purchase at Build-A-Bear Workshop.

About “Wizards of Waverly Place”

The Disney Channel Original Emmy Award-winning show “Wizards of Waverly Place”, features Selena Gomez as Alex Russo. Alex is not your ordinary teenager living in a Manhattan neighborhood. She has a powerful family secret – she and her brothers are wizards in training. When the going gets tough, she and her brothers Justin and Max, tend to use magic to try and solve their problems – with outrageous consequences! While their parents run the family business, Waverly Sub Station, Alex, Justin and Max prepare for a Wizard Competition, which will determine who will become the family wizard and keep their magical powers. This hit show is in its fourth season. “Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie” premiered in 2009, and a new Disney Channel Original Movie is planned for Spring 2012.

About Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. is the only global company that offers an interactive make-your-own stuffed animal retail-entertainment experience. The company currently operates more than 400 Build-A-Bear Workshop stores worldwide, including company-owned stores in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and franchise stores in Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East, and Mexico. Founded in St. Louis in 1997, Build-A-Bear Workshop is the leader in interactive retail. Brands include make-your-own Major League Baseball® mascot in-stadium locations, and Build-A-Dino® stores. Build-A-Bear Workshop extends its in-store interactive experience online with its award winning virtual world Web site at bearville.com™.

Amazingly Magical Disney Themed Birthday Party Ideas

10 February 2011 by Suzannah Otis 13 Comments

In the course of my travels across the interwebs, I came across a photo of a birthday cake themed to the Disney Pixar movie UP. I had planned to share the photo here with all of you, and then friend and blogging maven (and Moms Panelist too) OhAmanda, shared the blog post that the cake actually came from. I was in awe. She suggested I do a whole post on Disney themed parties. I thought that was a fabulous idea, and she should know, since she created her very own Rapunzel birthday party for her adorable daughter. (Actually, you’ll find below she has a knack for pretty awesome parties!) Thanks to Amanda’s help, I have a bunch of pixie-dusted ideas to share with you here. I think it puts my X-box 360 Controller Cake to shame, but with a little faith and trust…well, you know the rest!

Let’s start off with OhAmanda and her Rapunzel’s Golden Hair Birthday Party. You have to check out all of the unique touches and parts of the party that linked back to the Tangled storyline. Just precious!

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Tangled birthday party — Instead of lanterns, they released balloons with lights inside. HOW COOL!

Tangled Rapunzel cupcakes — Remember one of the Pub Thugs wanted to bake cupcakes??

Ok, next up – UP! This UP themed birthday party from Wendy Updegraff completely blew me away. Get it? Balloons? Blew away? Sorry…just look at these unbelievable photos. I think this made even Martha Stewart jealous!

Photographer Jessica Claire shared not one but TWO amazing Alice in Wonderland-themed birthday parties. I would live in these pictures if I could!! Be sure to head over to see the rest of Annabelle in Wonderland and Nicola’s UNbirthday.

While we’re looking at Alice in Wonderland themed ideas – check out OhAmanda‘s Ace Party (as in Ace of Spades!) for her little guy:

Here’s another of OhAmanda‘s masterpieces – her Snow White birthday party – complete with Seven Dwarfs mine and Wicked Queen’s punch!

Be sure to check out OhAmanda.com‘s Pirate themed birthday party and Muppet Puppet Party too! I need her to plan my next birthday I think.

If traditional Disney is your thing, I’ve got two Minnie Mouse themed birthday parties to share with you. One from At Second Street blog and the other from Two Parts Sugar as shared on DisneyEveryDay.com. Seems like Disney parties are on everyone’s mind this month! Check out these adorable ideas:

Hey Howdy Hey, here’s another great party! Check out this Toy Story Jessie-themed party from Beth Kruse!

I hope you enjoyed these party-inspiring photos and blogs! All photos are copyright their original owner and just shared here to spread the magic. For even more fun (and easy to create) birthday party ideas, check out FamilyFun.com. If you have a Disney themed party that you went all out for, let me know!

Disney Junior Moves In to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney Channel

10 February 2011 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

Disney Junior Live on Stage - coming in March to Disney's Hollywood Studios

Disney news buffs may have heard that Playhouse Disney Live on Stage at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been closed to make way for the all new Disney Junior Live on Stage, opening in March. Until the new show starts in the Studios, you can check out the new Disney Junior line up starting on Valentine’s Day – February 14th on the Disney Channel.

Disney Channel’s Playhouse Disney programming block is becoming “Disney Junior,” a new multiplatform brand devoted to children ages 2-7 and their families. Disney Junior will invite parents and grandparents to join their children in the Disney experience of magical, musical and heartfelt stories and characters, both classic and new, while incorporating specific learning and developmental themes.

Among the new series are “Jake and the Never Land Pirates,” an animated adventure combining new and classic Disney characters Captain Hook and Smee (“Peter Pan”); a series of Disney Poetry Shorts which showcases poems for children set against classic Disney animation; two short form series, “Mickey Mousekersize” and “Special Agent Oso: Three Healthy Steps,” to encourage healthy lifestyles for preschoolers and families; “Babar and the Adventures of Badou,” an updated version of the classic “Babar,” that introduces King Babar’s energetic eight-year-old grandson, Badou, and friends as they explore the world of Celesteville; and “Tinga Tinga Tales,” a vibrant animated adventure inspired by traditional African animal folktales and the art of Tanzania. Playhouse Disney hits “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse,” “Handy Manny,” “Special Agent Oso” and “Imagination Movers,” among others, will be part of Disney Junior.

As part of Disney’s Magic of Healthy Living initiative, which encourages healthier lifestyles for kids and families, Disney Junior will premiere two new short-form series, “Mickey Mousekersize” and “Special Agent Oso: Three Healthy Steps.” Hosted by Mickey Mouse, “Mickey Mousekersize” focuses on the fun of exercising and encourages children at home to get up and move along with Mickey and pals. “Special Agent Oso: Three Healthy Steps” features Oso and friends as they watch a live-action kid demonstrate three healthy steps to exercising and eating right.

For more information, visit www.DisneyJunior.com.

You can also “Like” Disney Junior on Facebook!

Check out these videos of the magic coming to your living room:

Disney Junior – Where The Magic Begins

Disney Junior Through a Child’s Eyes

Sneak Peek of Jake and the Never Land Pirates!

NEW Valentine’s Day Mickey Antenna Topper

9 February 2011 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

I’ve got quite a few Valentine’s Day Mickey antenna toppers from over the years, but Disney has now added another one for me to collect! Thanks go once more to Shelley C. for the photos!

Valentines Mickey antenna topper — Will you Be Mine? 😉

Gowalla and Disney Reveal Passholder Exclusive Virtual Pin

5 February 2011 by Suzannah Otis 5 Comments

If you’ve ever gone anywhere with someone who uses location-based check-in apps like Foursquare, Gowalla, or even Facebook Places, you’ve probably rolled your eyes at the very least or perhaps cautioned us from walking into a fountain as we attempt to check in. Everywhere.

We are easy to spot; we’re the ones constantly looking at our phones, searching for locations to check in to and of course, share with the world (and cursing the lack of cell service to complete our check in!). Who doesn’t want to know that we are getting our morning coffee at Starbucks, buying socks at the mall, or enjoying seeing a movie with friends? As newbies find out quickly, quite a few people not only aren’t interested but actually get annoyed with constant check ins! Hrmph. Never fear, there are actually settings in all services which allow you to keep your check-ins to yourself, only share with friends, or share with twitter, facebook, or both.

While each of us use the apps or services in a different way – some to meet up with friends in the same location, others to keep family informed, others just to chronicle their every move, we’re all in it for the fun, and yes, tiny pixelated rewards we may get for checking in. Disney teamed up with popular service Gowalla a few months back and created official Disney check-ins, virtual pins, trips to complete and items to pick up along the way. With the huge social media army nestled firmly within the Disney fandom, this was a natural and welcomed partnership.

Disney Gowalla places — Some of the most popular Walt Disney World check-in spots on Gowalla. There are Disneyland spots as well.

Fans could now share their Disney visits and experiences as they happened online. Users can take a photo of a location and leave it behind for future visitors to see. Gowalla also uses random items which may be found or dropped along the way and with the Disney partnership, those items now included Mickey Mouse ear hats, Hitchhiking Ghosts, and Walt and Mickey Partners Statues. Disney created their own official “trips” which include checking in to multiple locations, either within one or more parks, the resorts, or a combination of places within Walt Disney property. Committed users will be rewarded by the trip completion and a virtual pin to add to their collection. Another benefit is visitors themselves can make their own trips which guests can also complete, adding to the fun and competitive aspect of checking in.

Disney Gowalla trip pins — Some of the virtual Disney pins from Gowalla for trip completion

Gowalla has now announced a new Walt Disney World Passholder exclusive virtual pin. No details have been given as to whether proof of Passholder must somehow be shown to obtain the virtual pin. Perhaps just not publicizing it anywhere but the Passholder newsletter is the level of “exclusivity” mentioned. If there’s one thing the Disney community does, it spreads news, so I’d imagine many guests will be achieving this particular pin, Passholder or not. I’ll have to report back on it when I complete the challenge myself. One of the spots, Disney Junior – Live on Stage! does not premier until March, but the check-in spot is available currently, so there may be some dishonest checking in among die-hard Gowalla users. Below are the complete set of spots you must check in at to earn the Passholder virtual pin.

Gowalla Disney Passholder Virtual Pin check-ins — Disney Passholder Virtual Pin check-ins

Personally, I love the marriage of Disney and Gowalla and for an obsessive personality like my own (hence my blog), it’s just the thing to keep me excited about the next big thing at Walt Disney World. Much to the dismay of my family, my check-in addition is not going anywhere any time soon. Unlike many other Disney collections (Dooney & Bourke purses, Vinylmation, constantly updating Disney merchandise…) this virtual one is compact, portable, and best of all – free! I no longer fear ending up on an episode of “Disney Hoarders” (that would make an awesome show, btw), my fears now involve a drained battery in my phone. My 12 year old son is following along in my footsteps and we now challenge each other to see who can check in to a spot first. Makes a mother proud…

Gowalla is a free app available for Android, Blackberry, iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and Palm devices.

Disney Dream Inaugural Year Dooney & Bourke Bags

4 February 2011 by Suzannah Otis 2 Comments

We’ve seen the Disney Cruise Line Dooney & Bourke designs for a while now but with the christening of the brand new floating kingdom, the Disney Dream, an entire new design has been created and is now on sale for the inaugural year of sailings. There was some worry that these new bags would only be available for the actual first inaugural sailing but rest assured, when a new ship debuts, its entire first year is considered the inaugural year. How long into the year these styles will last remains to be seen of course! We can also now assume or hope at least that when the Fantasy sails into Port Canaveral, we will be treated to another exclusive design from Dooney & Bourke. I want to extend special thanks to StitchKingdom for the permission to share his photos below. Be sure to visit his site if you don’t already, he has tons of reviews and info on the Dream’s inaugural voyage!

Disney Cruise Line Dream Inaugural Dooney — Dream Inaugural Dooney & Bourke Collette tote - $260

Disney Cruise Line Dream Inaugural Dooney wristlet — Dream Inaugural Dooney & Bourke small coin purse - $45

DCL Inaurugal Dooney & Bourke — Disney Dream Inaugural Dooney & Bourke line up!

The satchel on the left of the table should be $195 if going by Dooney pricing online for the same style. Will confirm when possible!

Other Disney Dooney & Bourke collections may be found here on ZannaLand:

Disney Dooney & Bourke Original Cindy Sketch in White – NEW STYLES!

Disney Dooney & Bourke Multi-colored Mickey Black Handbags

Disney Dooney & Bourke Brown Mickey, Navy Mickey, Pink Minnie Purse Designs

Dooney & Bourke Disney Cruise Line Edition and Colored Wristlets

Disney Dooney & Bourke Cindy Sketch in COLORS

Disneyland 55th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Collection

Disney Dooney and Bourke Princess Handbag Designs

Disney Dooney & Bourke Balloon Design in Black and White

Disney Dooney & Bourke Peace Love Mickey Minnie Denim Bags

Walt Disney World 40th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Collection

Disney AMC 24 DINE-IN Theatre Fork & Screen Menu & Details!

3 February 2011 by Suzannah Otis 4 Comments

AMC Downtown Disney 24 now open, a new theatre experience with a menu of possibilities –

Our local movie theatre has a dine-in option but it is limited to those 21+. While I do enjoy going on date nights with my husband without kids in the theatre, there have been times I wished we could bring all the kids with us and enjoy the dinner option as well. It’s not like the 21+ makes the theatre kid-free, since we still share a theatre with regular movie-goers, the 21+ area is just in the balcony. AMC seems to have perfected the best of both worlds. Guests must be 18+ or accompanied by a 21+ parent or guardian, so you can’t just drop the kids off for dinner and sneak off to House of Blues. The menu showcases something for everyone from appetizers to drinks and desserts. Let’s check out how it works and the Fork & Screen menu offerings:

Watch the latest movies with seat-side service at AMC Dine-In Theatres™, a new experience that combines the cuisine and cocktail options of a restaurant with the fun and excitement of a movie theatre. AMC® offers two options of Dine-In Theatres. If you’re in the mood for casual dining, check out Fork & Screen® or try Cinema Suites® for an upscale experience. Each option has its own exciting atmosphere and selection of tasty, surprisingly affordable menus. How the AMC Dine-In Theatre Experience Works

1. Select your movie, showtime and reserved seating preference.
2. Price includes your movie ticket, dining is at an additional cost
3. Menus are available at your seat. Press the call button and a server will arrive to take your order.
4. Relax and enjoy the movie while you dine at your seat. If you need anything else, simply press the call button.
5. The server will deliver your check before the end of the film.

Guests of Fork & Screen can enjoy in-theatre dining combined with the most current movies and other exciting events presented in the immersive big-screen viewing environment of an AMC theatre. Guests have to be 18 years old or accompanied by a parent or guardian that is 21 years or older. Adult guests are able to order beer, wine, cocktails and food at MacGuffins. Named after a term coined by famed filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock, MacGuffins is a warm, relaxing and inviting bar with a spacious lounge. Guests can relax before or after their entertainment at tables and soft-seating areas. Guests 18 years old and over, and minors accompanied by a parent or guardian, are welcome to enjoy MacGuffins.

(Menu updated 5/12 – items and prices subject to change)

New Summer Introductions

New Orleans Lobster Salad Torta | $10.49Chunks of real lobster, seafood, celery, green onions and capers mixed in a light mayonnaise-based remoulade and scooped into a toasted bolillo roll with arugula greens and tomato. Served with a side of fresh fruit.
Sonoma Chicken Salad Torta | $9.99All-white meat chicken, grapes, apples, celery and pecans tossed in a light mayonnaise dressing and scooped into a toasted bolillo roll with arugula greens and tomato. Served with a side of fresh fruit.

Bruschetta Shrimp Pasta | $14.99Pan-seared jumbo shrimp tossed in zesty seasoning with corkscrew pasta and creamy sundried tomato sauce, and sprinkled with fresh tomato and basil bruschetta.
Classic Supreme | $10.99A fully loaded flatbread sprinkled generously with a blend of Italian cheeses and topped with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, peppers and onions.

Appetizers

Buffalo Chicken Wings | $9.99Jumbo chicken wings glazed with our spicy wing sauce. Served with crisp celery and blue cheese dressing to cool the heat.
Wings & Things Sampler | $12.99Our spicy buffalo chicken wings and golden cheese sticks partnered with onion loops and house-made potato chips, with ketchup, blue cheese and marinara sauce for dipping.
Crab Rangoon Dip | $8.99A new recipe with hot white Cheddar, cream cheese and real crab, seasoned with herbs and spices, and served with a plate of fresh wonton chips and Thai coconut sauce.
Veggie Triple Feature | $7.99Icebox carrots, jicama and celery sticks, served with oven-toasted pizzetta strips, hummus and creamy blue cheese or ranch dressing.
Queso Blanco Dip & Chips | $7.49Diced tomato and green chilies in a white Cheddar cheese dip served with fresh tortilla chips.

Breadstick Sampler | $6.99Two soft pretzel Bavarian breadsticks and six cheesy Pizzetta strips with queso blanco and marinara sauces for dipping.
Golden Mozzarella Sticks | $8.49Delicious mozzarella cheese crusted with breadcrumbs and fried to crispy golden perfection. Topped with our Parmesan blend and served with marinara sauce.
Loaded Potato Skins | $8.49Crispy potato skins covered in melted Cheddar and Jack cheese, topped with hickory bacon, sour cream and green onions. Add crab rangoon dip. $2.99
Parmesan Fries | $6.99Deep-fried until crispy and tossed with our seasoned salt, Parmesan cheese blend and Italian flat leaf parsley. Served with ketchup and garlic basil aioli.

Tenders & Fish

Served with classic-cut fries. Substitute onion loops or Parmesan fries for only $0.99.

Crispy Fish and Chips | $12.49Cold-water cod dipped in a beer batter and fried to a delicious crisp. Served with tartar sauce.
Chicken Tenders | $11.99Traditional crispy chicken tenders with your choice of barbecue sauce, ranch or honey mustard for dipping.
Fried Shrimp | $12.99Shrimp hand-dipped in beer batter made with local pale ale, and flash fried to golden perfection. Served with our sweet house-made ponzu sauce.

Thai Coconut Chicken Tenders | $12.49Our beer-battered golden chicken tenders served with a Thai coconut red chili glaze and sweet house-made ponzu sauce for dipping.
Buffalo Chicken Tenders | $12.49Beer-battered, perfectly golden chicken tenders. Spice them up or cool the heat with buffalo and blue cheese dipping sauces.

Burgers

Served with classic-cut fries. Substitute onion loops or Parmesan fries for only $0.99.

Fire Burger | $10.49Smoldering, seasoned ground beef with jalapeños inside, topped with pepper jack cheese, zesty chipotle sauce, lettuce, tomato and crispy, fried jalapeños.
Mushroom Swiss Burger | $10.49Sautéed mushrooms and Swiss cheese top an all-American beef burger with lettuce and tomato on a toasted brioche-style Kaiser roll.
Blue Max Burger | $10.49Our all-American beef burger topped with blue cheese crumbles, lettuce, tomato and creamy blue cheese dressing on a toasted brioche-style Kaiser roll.

Bacon Cheeseburger | $10.99Our classic aged Cheddar cheeseburger dressed with crispy bacon and topped with lettuce and tomato on a brioche-style Kaiser roll.
Classic Cheeseburger | $9.99Our all-American beef burger with Cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce and sliced tomatoes on a toasted brioche-style Kaiser roll.

Sandwiches

Served with house-made potato chips. Substitute classic-cut fries for $0.99, or onion loops or Parmesan fries for only $1.99.

New Orleands Lobster Salad Torta | $10.49Chunks of real lobster, seafood, celery, green onions and capers mixed in a light mayonnaise-based remoulade and scooped into a toasted bolillo roll with arugula greens and tomato. Served with a side of fresh fruit.
Lime Chicken Griller | $9.99Perfectly grilled and seasoned lime chicken with creamy garlic basil aioli, lettuce and tomato on a toasted brioche-style Kaiser roll.
Roast Turkey Club | $10.49Roast turkey with Cheddar, lettuce, sliced tomatoes, crispy bacon and mayonnaise on a toasted brioche-style Kaiser roll.

Sonoma Chicken Salad Torta | $9.99All-white meat chicken, grapes, apples, celery and pecans tossed in a light mayonnaise dressing and scooped into a toasted bolillo roll with arugula greens and tomato. Served with a side of fresh fruit.
Prime Rib Griller | $10.49All-American, slow-roasted, shaved prime rib on a toasted brioche-style Kaiser roll. Served with creamy horseradish sauce.
Southwest Fajita Chicken Wrap | $9.99Melted Cheddar Jack cheese and grilled chicken, fire-roasted red and green bell peppers and diced tomatoes rolled in a flour tortilla. Served with sour cream and salsa.

Quesadillas & Tacos

Thai Bang Shrimp Tacos | $9.99White corn tortillas layered together with southwest sauce and Cheddar Jack cheese, then topped with sweet and sour slaw and crunchy breaded shrimp drizzled with Thai bang sauce. Served with fresh tortilla chips and house-made salsa.
Smoked Brisket Quesadillas | $9.99Grill-toasted flour tortillas stuffed with southwest-seasoned smoked beef brisket and shredded Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.

Fire-Roasted Veggie Quesadillas | $9.49Grill-toasted flour tortillas filled with bell peppers, sweet onions, tomatoes, shredded Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
Classic Chicken Quesadillas | $9.99Southwest seasoned grilled chicken and shredded Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses melted inside grill-toasted flour tortillas.

Flatbread Pizzettas

Served with marinara sauce for dipping

Classic Supreme | $10.99A fully loaded flatbread sprinkled generously with a blend of Italian cheeses and topped with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, peppers and onions.
Tuscan Pepperoni | $9.99Crispy flatbread with mozzarella and provolone cheeses and shaved pepperoni.

Margherita | $9.99Olive oil brushed over flatbread with mozzarella and provolone cheeses, fresh Roma tomato slices and fresh basil.

Pizzinis

Golden toasted flatbread sandwiches served with house-made potato chips. Substitute classic-cut fries for $0.99, or onion loops or Parmesan fries for only $1.99.

Chipotle Chicken and Bacon | $9.99Grilled chicken, smoky chipotle sauce, melted Cheddar Jack cheese and bacon sandwiched between a golden flatbread. Served with chipotle-style mayonnaise.
Sicilian | $9.99This meat lovers’ Pizzini features salami, pepperoni, ham and melted mozzarella with lettuce and tomato sandwiched between a golden flatbread. Served with garlic basil aioli.

Smokehouse Beef and Cheddar | $9.99Smoked beef brisket and melted cheddar topped with sweet and sour slaw and barbecue sauce and sandwiched between a golden flatbread. Served with our Carolina-style barbecue sauce.

Salads

Select salads available as a wrap and served with a seasonal fruit medley.

Asian Chicken Salad | $10.99Grilled chicken on a bed of crisp greens tossed with sweet Asian dressing and topped with crispy wonton strips and toasted almonds. Available as a wrap with a side of seasonal fruit.
Fresh Fruit Salad | $9.99Fresh strawberries, mandarin oranges, pineapple and melon, topped with toasted pecans and a house-made honey, citrus and yogurt drizzle.

Wedge Salad | $9.49Chilled iceberg lettuce with chopped tomatoes, sweet onions, blue cheese crumbles and bacon with house-made creamy blue cheese dressing.
Chicken Caesar Salad | $10.99Crisp romaine lettuce topped with grilled, all-natural chicken breast, house-made Caesar dressing and grated Parmesan cheese. Available as a wrap with a side of seasonal fruit.

Entrees

Tenderloin Tips | $15.99Tenderloin steak tips with sautéed mushrooms and pearl onions in a red wine demi glace. Served with red bliss mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Blackened Salmon | $14.99Our Cajun-spiced salmon served with red bliss mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Country Fried Steak | $11.99Battered, chopped steak served with country gravy, red bliss mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.

Bruschetta Shrimp Pasta | $14.99Pan-seared jumbo shrimp tossed in zesty seasoning with corkscrew pasta and creamy sundried tomato sauce, and sprinkled with fresh tomato and basil bruschetta.
Bistro Chicken Mac and Cheese | $11.99Sliced chicken breast on top of our corkscrew pasta, blended with a zesty white cheese sauce and sprinkled with buttery toasted breadcrumbs and bacon.
Chicken Alfredo | $12.49Seared chicken breast sliced and served over fresh pappardelle pasta noodles covered in creamy alfredo sauce and topped with fresh house-made bruschetta.

Kid’s Meals

Kid-friendly portions for ages 12 and younger.

Cheese Quesadilla | $6.99Served with apple slices, fries and your choice of a soft drink or 2% milk.
Chicken Quesadilla | $6.99Served with apple slices, fries and your choice of a soft drink or 2% milk.
Chicken Tenders | $6.99Served with apple slices, fries and your choice of a soft drink or 2% milk.

Grilled Cheese | $6.99Served with apple slices, fries and your choice of a soft drink or 2% milk.
Flatbread Pizzetta | $6.99Pepperoni or Cheese. Served with apple slices, fries and your choice of a soft drink or 2% milk.

Desserts

Waffle Sundae | $7.49Two warm Belgium waffles infused with authentic maple flavor, topped off by a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzled in luscious caramel and a generous sprinkle of sweet and savory candied bacon.
New York Cheesecake | $6.99Indulgent New York-style cheesecake served with fresh sugar-glazed strawberries.
Chocolate Brownie Sundae | $7.99Moist and fudgy chocolate brownie served warm with a scoop of premium ice cream on top.

Cupcake Duo | $5.99A red velvet cupcake with a chocolate truffle center is perfectly paired with a vanilla bean cupcake stuffed with a vanilla bean-flecked cream.
Epic Chocolate Dream Cake | $6.99This generous slice of cake is so rich and decadent it tastes like a dream. Two layers of milk chocolate pudding are sandwiched between layers of dark chocolate cake and topped with creamy chocolate frosting.

Treats

Popcorn | $8.00With free refill
Plain M&Ms | $4.25
Peanut M&Ms | $4.25
Sour Patch Kids | $4.25
Junior Mints | $4.25
Twizzlers | $4.25
Reese’s Pieces | $4.25
Skittles | $4.25

Welch’s Fruit Snack | $3.50
Sour Patch Watermelon | $3.50
Buncha Crunch | $3.50
Air Head Extreme Sour Belt | $3.50
SunMaid Chocolate Raisins | $3.50
Milk Duds | $3.50

Martinis & Margaritas

Pomegranate MartiniAbsolut Citron Vodka and Cointreau combined with pomegranate liqueur and simple syrup.
Sour Apple MartiniPremium vodka, Sour Apple Pucker and Midori shaken with sours mix to create a deliciously tart cocktail.
CosmopolitanAn absolute classic with Absolut Citron, Cointreau, cranberry juice and a kiss of lime.

Golden MargaritaCuervo Gold and Gran Marnier with sours mix and a splash of lime juice.
Mango MargaritaA fresh and fruity mix of premium tequila, triple-sec and lime juice blended with a mango smoothie.
Strawberry MargaritaPremium tequila, triple sec and lime juice blended with a strawberry smoothie.

Specialty Drinks

Blue LagunaA tropical combination of Tanqueray Gin, Peach Schnapps, cranberry juice and club soda with a splash of Blue Curaçao.
Velvet HammerA luscious mix of white crème de cacao, triple sec and grenadine blended with a vanilla shake.
HurricaneBacardi O and light rum with orange juice, sours mix, a splash of grenadine and Meyer’s Dark Rum for a delicious wave of flavor.
Caribbean CoolerCaptain Morgan and Malibu Rums with orange and pineapple juice and a splash of Blue Curaçao.

Prices are around $7 per ticket extra for Fork & Screen, plus of course the cost of food and drinks. Prices may vary with showtime as well. Watch for updates with Disney AMC pricing as it becomes available. Will you pay for this added experience? Sure beats nachos or a chili dog, in my opinion!

VIDEO: What Do Vinylmations Do When You’re Not There?

2 February 2011 by Suzannah Otis 2 Comments

Thanks to a fellow Disney fan for introducing me to this video. Nice start for a great medium for Vinylmation figures – stop motion animation! Check out The Vinylmator:

What do you think YOUR Vinylmations do when you’re not around?

NEW! WDW 40th Anniversary Disney Dooney & Bourke Purses

31 January 2011 by Suzannah Otis 16 Comments

It’s time again for another set of new Disney Dooney & Bourke designs! Many thanks to Shelley C. for snapping these pictures today on the first day of the new Walt Disney World 40th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke designs!

Now lets get right to the pictures! (As always, click to enlarge photos)

WDW 40th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke medium Kristen tote - $270

WDW 49th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke small messenger bag — WDW 40th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke small messenger bag - $255

WDW 40th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke small bucket bag - $250

WDW 40th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke letter carrier - $155

WDW 49th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke wristlets — WDW 40th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke flap wristlets - $49

WDW 40th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke design close-up

NEW Wallet photos:

Disney WDW 40th Anniversary Dooney wallet — WDW 40th design checkbook wallet - $175

Disney WDW 40th Anniversary Dooney wallet back — zippered back of wallet

Disney WDW 40th Anniversary Dooney wallet inside — inside the wallet

So what do you think of the new designs? Will you be picking one (or more) up?

Don’t forget to check DisneyStore.com for sales of select current released Disney Dooney & Bourke purses and Zannaland’s Disney Dooney & Bourke page with ALL handbag photos and info.

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