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BREAKING NEWS! Disneyland Resort JUST Announced Their Proposed Reopening Dates

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 10, 2020

Disneyland and Downtown Disney have been closed indefinitely due to the current health situation.

Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle

And while Disney World will begin reopening their parks beginning July 11th, Disneyland hadn’t announced their reopening date…until now.

Disneyland Proposed Reopening Dates

Today, it was announced that Disneyland Resort has proposed to begin a phased reopening. If approved, Downtown Disney will open July 9. Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure will open July 17 (which happens to be the 65th anniversary of Disneyland Resort). Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel will reopen July 23.

©Disney

Along with reopening dates, Disneyland has also proposed a few of their reopening procedures, many of which are very similar to what Disney World will implement when its parks reopen in July.

At this time, Disney World has paused ticket sales and hotel reservations. And once the parks reopen the Disney Dining Plan, FastPass+, fireworks, character meet and greets, extra magic hours, and more when the parks reopen. Disney World will also implement a new reservation system.

Disneyland Entrance

Disneyland Theme Park Reopening Details

Disneyland has JUST shared that they too will implement a brand new reservation system to assist with park capacity limitations. According to Disney, this new reservation system will require ALL guests including Annual Passholders, to obtain an advance reservation for park entry. These are of course, subject to availability. There will be limitations on parking and operating hours as well.

Disneyland Resort has also shared that ALL new ticket sales and Annual Passport sales and renewals are paused for the time being.

Disneyland Annual Passholder Magnet

And, as we mentioned above with Disney World, Disneyland will also pause parades, nighttime spectaculars, and character meets and greets for the time being. Characters will still be in the parks, they will just entertain guests in new ways!

Certain attractions, experiences, services, and amenities will be modified, have limited availability, or remain closed when the parks reopen as well.

Disneyland Hotel Reopening Details

Disneyland Hotel will open at a later date according to the Disneyland website. When it comes to the hotels that are reopening, Disney has shared that they plan to “support physical distancing as well as increased cleaning measures, along with a number of other health and safety protocols, will be implemented as part of the phased reopening of the hotels and the Vacation Club.”

The Disneyland Hotel

Do keep in mind that these dates and procedures need to be approved by the state and local government before being finalized.

When will you be going back to Disneyland? Let us know in the comments below!

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Review: There’s A New CAKE BATTER Gelato-Filled Doughnut in Disney World?! Sign Us Up!

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 10, 2020

Yesterday Vivoli il Gelato reopened its Disney Springs location along with The Vivoli il Gelato Cart!

Vivoli il Gelato

But we knew we’d find our way back here today because it’s the gelateria’s 5-year anniversary!

We were hoping there would be something special to celebrate the occasion with, and we lucked out! Strawberry Shortcake Bombolato?!? Consider us WILDLY intrigued!

Strawberry Shortcake Bombolato

For $9.50, you get a warm Italian doughnut stuffed with the same cake batter gelato as the Birthday Cake Shake (which you can read our review of here!) topped with fresh strawberries and drizzle of strawberry sauce!

Strawberry Shortcake Bombolato

Maybe we’ve been cooped up a little too long, but have you guys ever seen a PRETTIER dessert?!? This thing is like an Italian supermodel to our dessert-loving eyes!

Strawberry Shortcake Bombolato

But good-looks aside, the Strawberry Shortcake Bombolato was like a delicious opera of flavors and hit all the right notes! We could’ve used a little more gelato but the doughnut was super fresh while the strawberries added the perfect amount of freshness!

Strawberry Shortcake Bombolato

You can find this yummy treat at Vivoli il Gelato in Disney Springs for $9.50! Check it out for yourself next time you swing by Disney Springs!

Are you excited to try Vivoli il Gelato’s Strawberry Shortcake Bombolato? Let us know if you’ll be stopping by in the comments below!

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Here’s What’s Happening With Disney World Pin Trading Right Now.

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 10, 2020

In recent weeks, we’ve seen how Disney World is changing LOADS about the theme parks and adapting to current state and national health standards. These changes are to keep their Cast Members and guests safe. One topic we’ve heard a LOT about from our readers has been the future of pin trading in Disney World.

French Quarter Pin Board

Pin trading is a close-contact activity between guests and Cast Members, so does this mean that pin trading as we know it will become a thing of the past at Disney World? Let’s take a look at what the concerns are surrounding pin trading and what might change moving forward.

Pin trading is serious business for many Disney fans and collectors. There are countless pins available at the parks and resorts for folks to purchase. Special events like Epcot’s festivals or the holiday season will often have a series of limited edition pins for guests to collect. In short, a lot of people LOVE collecting and trading pins.

2020 Magic Kingdom Pin

The act of pin trading typically involves a Cast Member wearing a lanyard or pouch covered in pins. The guest chooses which pin they would like, and then trades one of their pins in exchange. Some retail locations, front desks of resorts, and Guest Relations locations have pin boards or books from which guests can also select what they would like to trade for.

Galaxy’s Edge Lanyard with Pin

Disney understands the popularity of pin trading and collecting. It used to be that many pins, including limited edition ones, could only be purchased in the parks and resorts. Since Disney World and Disneyland closed their gates mid-March, specialty pins started to appear on shopDisney for folks to purchase.

Cinderella 70th Anniversary Pin

So, what is the main concern with pin trading in these current times? The act of trading pins means that you are touching an object that was just touched by someone else. If a Cast Member has a pin that was previously given to them by a different guest, and now YOU are touching that pin — there’s an obvious health and sanitation concern.

Caribbean Beach Pin Trading Board

In Disney Springs, one of the most common locations for pin trading is at World of Disney. When we spoke to Cast Members before the store reopened on May 27, we heard that there would most likely be some form of pin trading taking place, but modified from previous experiences.

World of Disney

Disney announced that several merchandise experiences would be modified as more retail locations reopen. When it comes to pin trading, Guests can continue to trade through pin boards in select locations. For the time being, to promote physical distancing, Cast Members will NOT be wearing lanyards with pins.

Disney’s Statement on Limited-Release Merchandise

At this time, it’s unclear how long these measures will continue once the parks reopen. The only constant at Disney World is change and protocols could be updated or altered at any moment. For now, we know that pin trading is not COMPLETELY gone, but our pin trading experience will look different from before the park closures.

Pin Trading Board

What remains to be seen is how pin trading will be monitored or controlled. For example, you may not be able to touch a pin until a Cast Member sanitizes it for you, or we may see Cast Members putting on gloves before handling any pins. This is currently speculation and, until we see for ourselves what pin trading is like, we can only guess! (Currently, no pin trading is taking place, not even at the reopened Pin Traders location in Disney Springs)

Pin Trading Mickey

Disney is also probably aware that they cannot eliminate pin trading that takes place between two guests. Pin trading extends beyond just guests and Cast Members, and many folks love to swap pins if they see someone else wearing one that they may want to add to their collection.

It seems likely Disney will have a calculated plan in place before the parks reopen. Pin Trading is quite popular with a significant enough number of guests that eliminating it entirely isn’t feasible, so a new method of distribution and trading that takes health concerns into consideration will have to be implemented. We’ll keep you updated as we learn more concerning the state of pins in the Disney Parks.

What do you think the future of pin trading will look like at Disney World? Will you continue to pin trade in the immediate future? Let us know in the comments!

From our friends at www.disneyfoodblog.com
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This NEW Burger Joint Has Reopened in Disney Springs!

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 10, 2020

While we’ve been surprised to find so many locations have reopened at Disney Springs today, we already knew City Works Eatery & Pour House was planning on welcoming folks back this afternoon!

City Works

That’s why we made a lunch reservation to scope the place out on the first day of its grand reopening! Come check out the upscale sports-bar-meets-restaurant with us!

City Works Eatery & Pour House had only been open for just over a month before the Disney Springs shut down. The place was pretty packed last time we dined here, but today we didn’t even need our reservation to be seated!

City Works

Instead of reconfiguring its furniture, City Walks is using signs to block off certain tables so that guests can maintain social distancing while they dine!

City Works

We also noticed a whole lotta cleaning going on! As we’ve seen at other newly reopened restaurants, condiments, napkins, glassware, and cutlery are no longer being left out on the tables.

City Works

City Works has reopened with a limited menu and they’re using single-use paper menus for the time being.

City Works

Their current beer selection is available online and we were told they’re working on getting their Weekday Happy Hour and Rock N’Roll Brunch (featuring our the musical stylings of a certain Jon Bun Jovi) back up and running soon!

City Works

We’ll be back with a review of the meal we’re about to be munching on at City Works very shortly so stay put! In the meantime, check out where we scored this basket of mini ice cream cones here!

Did you get the chance to check out City Works for the brief time it was open before the closures? Let us know in the comments below!

From our friends at www.disneyfoodblog.com
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Fans Assemble! Marvel Super Hero Headquarters AND Star Wars Galactic Outpost Are Reopen in Disney Springs

Post author By disneyfoodblog.com
Post date June 10, 2020

Are you ready, Marvel and Star Wars fans? Because the Marvel Super Hero Headquarters AND Star Wars Galactic Outpost both reopened to guests today in Disney Springs!

Marvel Super Hero Headquarters

You’ll find these spots on the West Side of Disney Springs. And though you’ll shop for different items in each, of course, both stores utilize common safety measures in keeping with new health protocols around Disney Springs.

Let’s feel the FORCE first, as we step inside…

Star Wars Galactic Outpost

As with all the Disney-owned stores throughout Disney Springs, Star Wars Galactic Outpost (and Marvel Super Hero Headquarters) may utilize a virtual queue, if needed, as part of limiting guest capacity within the shop.

Star Wars Galactic Outpost

Upon entering Star Wars Galactic Outpost, you’ll find hand sanitizer at the ready, and you’ll notice distance markers at select spots on the floor to promote safe distancing between guests.

Star Wars Galactic Outpost

Typically, the Outpost hosts a Build Your Own Lightsaber station.

Build Your Own Lightsaber

The Lightsaber station, however, is closed to guests at the moment.

Build Your Own Lightsaber Station Closed

While we’re here, though, let’s take a quick peek at the galactic goodies!

Star Wars Merchandise

Of course, if you’re more of a Super Hero than a Jedi, then you’ll want to head over to…

Marvel Super Hero Headquarters

The safety measures you’ll see in place at Marvel Super Hero Headquarters will look familiar to you, as they echo those already seen at the Star Wars Galactic Outpost.

Marvel Super Hero Headquarters

Similar to the Build-Your-Own Lightsaber, Super Hero Headquarters offers a Build Your Own Super Hero Gauntlet… usually. That experience is likewise closed for now.

Build Your Own Gauntlet Station Closed

But here at the Headquarters, they are currently carrying the Marvel 80th Anniversary Super Heroes Spirit Jersey!

Marvel Super Heroes Spirit Jersey

As you make your purchase, you’ll find more distancing markers and plexiglass in front of the cast members at the registers.

Marvel Super Hero Headquarters

And with that, Super Heroes, we’re signing off from the West Side of Disney Springs… for the moment!

Marvel Super Hero Headquarters

We also grabbed a bite at the newly reopened City Works Eatery & Pour House and stopped by the Candy Cauldron among our West Side stops. We’ll be bringing you even more from Disney Springs as LOTS of other fan-favorite shops and eateries have reopened ALL OVER Disney World’s shopping and dining district today, and there’s still more to come! We hope you are enjoying hanging out with us today in Disney Springs!

Which is your favorite store: the Galactic Outpost or Super Hero Headquarters? Please let us know with a comment!

From our friends at www.disneyfoodblog.com
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