Gretchen McDermid 
The red domed roof of the Hard Rock Cafe at Universal CityWalk Orlando is getting a fresh coat of paint. Hard Rock Cafe Roof Repainted In addition to the construction work being completed for the Universal Studios Store expansion, we also noticed some repairs being made to the Hard Rock Cafe on our lastest visit … Read more
Two new collared shirts have arrived at Walt Disney World, featuring classic animated film poster illustrations of Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty. We found both of these new items at Star Traders in Magic Kingdom. Sleeping Beauty Collared Shirt – $69.99 The front of the shirt is designed like a plaid button-down shirt. The plaid is … Read more
After seeing the return of Polystarch Puffbread and Steak Frites to Disneyland Park, even more menu items have been returning to locations in Disney California Adventure. We found the returning PB&J Split back on the menu at Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream, so we went out to give it a taste. The PB&J Split was originally … Read more
Continuing the latest wave of returning foods to Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, the Sorcerer’s Apprentice Mickey Shake and the Strawberry-Banana Split Shake have both returned for a food review. We found both of these new snacks at Schmoozies! in Hollywood Land. Sorcerer’s Apprentice Mickey Shake – $13.79 with Blue Whipped Topping and Chocolate … Read more
During our lastest round through Universal Orlando Resort, we stopped by to check on the progress of the CityWalk Universal Studios Store expansion. More wooden framing is now taking shape, providing us with a better idea of what the new building will look like when it opens. New Wooden Framing at Universal Studios Store Approaching … Read more
The shortbread cookie has returned to Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums in Disney Californa Adventure, now called the Firey Jack-Jack. As you might expect, we found this new cookie at the Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums cart on Pixar Pier. Firey Jack-Jack – $6.75 Shortbread Cookie dipped in Chocolate with a Jack-Jack Chocolate Piece This cookie may … Read more
Following the new Walt Disney World trend of creating cosplay-style hoodies for favorite characters, we found this new hoodie for Louis from “Princess and the Frog” and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. We found the new hoodie at Critter Co-Op in Magic Kingdom Park. Louis Cosplay Hoodie – $79.99 This newest cosplay hoodie is olive green with … Read more
It has only been a few days since our last report on the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad construction project, but we are already seeing some more changes during our latest photo update. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment Update To spot all of the newest changes, we took a ride on the Walt Disney World Railroad … Read more
The menu at Galactic Grill in Disneyland Park has recently seen some changes, with three dishes returning to the lunch and dinner menu after a lengthy absence. Meat-eorite Burger – $16.49 Angus & Vegetable Patty, Spiced Bacon, Smoky Chimichurri Relish, Avocado Lime Mayo, Havarti, Pickled Red Onion and Deep-Fried Peppers on a Toasted Brioche Bun, … Read more
Michael (Mike) Toth, an iconic Disney Renaissance animator who worked on projects including “Mulan,” “Hercules,” “Tarzan,” and more, has passed away. Mike Toth Image courtesy of Christine Vegara. Mike Toth passed away on December 29, 2024. The news was shared today in a post on the Cartoon Research Facebook page by his daughter Christine Vegara. … Read more
While the latest ‘Moana 2’ film has largely been in the headlines for breaking box-office records, the Walt Disney Company is now facing a lawsuit saying elements of the film constituted idea theft, according to The Hollywood Reporter. New “Moana 2” Lawsuit In a lawsuit filed January 10 in California federal court, animator Buck Woodall … Read more
Multiple new Disney trading pins and lanyards have arrived at Walt Disney World, featuring characters including Stitch, Marie, Winnie the Pooh, Kermit, and more. We found these items at Star Traders, Fantasy Faire, and Frontier Trading Post in Magic Kingdom Park. Stitch Clear Pin – $16.99 This blue Stitch pin is perfect for anyone wanting … Read more
One of the large wooden Frontierland signs is now missing from its arch. Frontierland Sign Missing This photo is of the large archway near Pirates of the Caribbean and Tortuga Tavern in Adventureland. The arch separates what is officially the end of Adventureland from the beginning of Frontierland. Normally, a large wooden sign hanging from … Read more
On January 10, 2025, Disneyland Paris debuted its newest nighttime spectacular, “Disney Tales of Magic.” Thanks to DLP Welcome, we can share a full video of the show taken on its first official night. Disney Tales of Magic The new night show coming to Disneyland Paris was first announced in August of 2024, with the … Read more
The Maple Bacon Churro is back, joining the group of seasonal churros that have been appearing at Disneyland Resort. Some of the other churros appearing in the parks include the new Mardi Gras churro and the returning Strawberry Sugar churro. We found the Maple Bacon Churro at the cart near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail. Maple … Read more
While running a little behind some of the other Disney Parks, the Mickey’s PhilharMagic attraction in Hong Kong Disneyland is finally getting a digital upgrade and the new “Coco” scene. Mickey’s PhilharMagic in Hong Kong Disneyland A recent story shared on the Hong Kong Disneyland official Instagram account shared a look at this amazingly-themed construction … Read more