REVIEW: Sorcerer’s Apprentice and Strawberry-Banana Split Shakes Return to Disney California Adventure

Two magical milkshakes inspired by Disney California Adventure. Left: a whimsical blend with blue whipped cream, stars, Oreos, red coating, and yellow sprinkles. Right: a delightful nod to a Strawberry-Banana Split Shake with whipped cream, cherry, Oreos on the rim, and nuts.

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

Plywood Framing Installed for Universal Studios Store Expansion at CityWalk

A sunny day at the bustling CityWalk reveals a construction site with colorful barricades, hinting at the vibrant transformation of the Universal Studios Store, framed by intricate wood detailing in the heart of this lively shopping and dining hub.

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

REVIEW: Firey Jack-Jack Shortbread Cookie Returns to Disney California Adventure

A hand holds a wrapped, round red and orange baked good with a fire emblem on it, reminiscent of the fiery Jack-Jack Shortbread Cookie from Disney California Adventure, in an outdoor setting.

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

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Featured on Latest Cosplay Hoodie at Walt Disney World

The yellow dragon-themed cosplay hoodie features cartoonish eyes and teeth on the hood, a white belly, and a tail design on the back. Displayed hanging in a store with other merchandise visible, it’s perfect for your next adventure at Walt Disney World.

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

Mike Toth, Prolific Disney Renaissance Animator, Passes Away

Mike Toth, a Disney Renaissance Animator, with gray hair and a mustache, looks directly at the camera. He is wearing a dark jacket over a t-shirt.

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

Walt Disney Company Faces New Idea Theft Lawsuit Over “Moana” Films

Animated scene featuring a young woman with wavy hair and three others on a boat, looking intently into the distance. They're wearing traditional island attire.

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

Frontierland Sign Missing from Arch Near Adventureland in Magic Kingdom Park

People walk towards a building with a red-tiled roof and archway, reminiscent of Frontierland at Magic Kingdom Park, surrounded by trees.

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

REVIEW: Seasonal Maple Bacon Churro Returns to Disney California Adventure

A close-up of a Maple Bacon Churro, topped with crumbled bacon and drizzle, held in a paper napkin outdoors. The treat captures the essence of Disney California Adventure, with lush trees and foliage in the background enhancing its seasonal charm.

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