Disney California Adventure Archives

REVIEW: Tres Leches Hard Float, Chocolate & Peppermint Ice Cream Sundae and Bar from Clarabelle's Hand-Scooped Ice Cream in Disney California Adventure

November 17, 2021

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This holiday season, Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream in Disney California Adventure is offering up old favorites and something brand new! Tres Leches Hard Float — $15.50 Stone Xocoveza Tres Leches Stout served with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce This was very good. It’s a fun beer float option for the kid and adult in … Read more

REVIEW: Peppermint Shake, Mocha Almond Shake and Affogato Make a Welcome Return for the Holidays to Schmoozies! at Disney California Adventure

November 17, 2021

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The holidays have swept their way into Disney California Adventure, which means its time for treats old and new. Today, we’re looking at some returning favorites at Schmoozies! Peppermint Shake — $8.49 Topped with whipped cream and chocolate creme cookies. Last seen in 2019, the Peppermint Mickey Shake itself is a peppermint chocolate creme cookie … Read more

REVIEW: Festival of Holidays Brings Classic Beef Tamales and Delicious Pan Dulce to Paradise Garden Carts at Disney California Adventure

November 17, 2021

The Festival of Holidays is here at Disney California Adventure! If you’re looking for a classic winter snack, the Paradise Garden Carts have you covered. Menu for Paradise Garden Carts at Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays/Viva Navidad 2021 Food

PHOTOS: New Marvel Apparel Assembles at the Disneyland Resort

November 17, 2021

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Whether you’re a fan of a star-spangled hero, Wakanda’s protector, or your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, you can show your love of the Marvel universe with new apparel now available at the Disneyland Resort. Marvel Our Universe T-Shirt — $36.99 The latest offering from Our Universe is a t-shirt featuring the Marvel logo in red and … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (11/16/21): Minecraft Magic Kingdom Edition, Contemporary Resort Time Capsule Opened, 2022 Disney World Military Discounts, Inventory Shortage Closes Hollywood Studios Store, and More

November 16, 2021

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, November 16, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: Fantastic Short Ribs, Decadent Peppermint Hot Cocoa Donuts, and Two Delightful Drinks from Lamplight Lounge for Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure

November 16, 2021

If you’re looking to celebrate the Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure with a traditional sit-down restaurant meal, head over to Lamplight Lounge at Pixar Pier. Stout-braised Winter Short Ribs – $29 Served atop creamy Spiced Butternut Squash Risotto, with glazed Baby Carrots finished with Short Rib Jus Reduction, Bourbon-Cranberry Sauce, Toasted Pepitas and … Read more

REVIEW: New Pineapple Tres Leches Roulade Joins Returning Favorites at Paradise Garden Grill for Festival of Holidays 2021 at Disney California Adventure

November 16, 2021

Paradise Garden Grill is getting in on the Viva Navidad celebrations for the Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure. Many favorite dishes have returned, plus a new sweet dessert and tart cocktail. Menu for Paradise Garden Grill at Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays/Viva Navidad 2021 Food Torta al Pastor – $12.49 Street-style Tacos … Read more

REVIEW: Cruise Into the Cozy Cone Motel for the New Brewery X Peppermint Bark Stout and Returning Creamy Pesto Alfredo at Disney California Adventure

November 15, 2021

This holiday season, you can indulge by heading on over to Cozy Cone Motel and trying the Brewery X Peppermint Bark Stout. Brewery X Peppermint Bark Stout – $13.25 7.5% ABV This beer is very good. Whether you’re standing in the hot sun or enjoying a cool evening, this beer satisfies either way. The super … Read more

PHOTOS: Kingswell Camera Shop Converted Into Shop Space for Julius Katz & Sons at Disney California Adventure

November 14, 2021

On a recent visit to Disney California Adventure, we noticed a change at Kingswell Camera Shop on Buena Vista Street. The store is now internally connected to Julius Katz & Sons. This change allows guests to flow from one store into the other. The front counter, where PhotoPass once resided, is now an embroidery station. … Read more

REVIEW: Chocolate-Pecan Churro is Bland at Willie's Churros in Disney California Adventure

November 14, 2021

There are many new churros available at this year’s Disney Festival of Holidays in Disney California Adventure. Let’s check out the chocolate-pecan churro at Willie’s Churros. Chocolate-Pecan Churro – $6.75 Classic churro topped with maple glaze, toasted pecans, and chocolate drizzle This isn’t the best churro we’ve had. There’s a generous scoop of pecans on top … Read more

PHOTOS: Classic Christmas Cookies Available at Trolley Treats in Disney California Adventure

November 13, 2021

Two classic Christmas cookies are now available at Trolley Treats in Disney California Adventure. Even more treats will arrive soon. Both of these cookies are Mickey-shaped and will be available through the holidays. Santa Mickey Cookie – $5.49 Mickey Gingerbread Cookie – $3.99 Which cookie would you choose? Let us know in the comments.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Mirabel from Disney's "Encanto" Now Greeting Guests at Disney California Adventure

November 12, 2021

While Encanto, Disney’s latest animated film, doesn’t open in theaters until November 24th, the heroine Mirabel of the magical Madrigal family is already out greeting Guests at Disney California Adventure! Guests can find the heroine of the upcoming film at Paradise Gardens as part of the park’s Viva Navidad festivities. She’s still greeting from a … Read more

PHOTOS: New 'Happy Holidays' Toy Story Popcorn Bucket Arrives at Disney California Adventure

November 12, 2021

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For all the kids and kids-at-heart, a new Happy Holidays “Toy Story” popcorn bucket has just arrived at Disney California Adventure. Happy Holidays “Toy Story” Popcorn Bucket – $25 Woody and Buzz are perched on a block stack spelling out “Happy Holidays.” The lanyard matches with red, green, and white alphabet blocks. Buzz places the … Read more

REVIEW: Disappointing Wings, Delicious Carnitas Mac & Cheese, and More From Merry Mashups Marketplace at Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays 2021

November 16, 2021November 11, 2021

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They’re mixing and mingling some holiday classics at the Merry Mashups Marketplace at the 2021 Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure. Here, you can find “fun fusions of seasonal favorites.” So let’s not waste time and dive right into this year’s mashups! Menu for the Merry Mashups Marketplace at Disney California Adventure Festival … Read more

REVIEW: Grandma's Recipes Marketplace Doesn't Quite Live Up to Its Name at Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays 2021

November 11, 2021

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There’s nothing like Grandma’s cooking during the holidays, so let’s see if the Grandma’s Recipes Marketplace Booth at the 2021 Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure stacks up! Menu for Grandma’s Recipes Marketplace at Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays 2021 Food:

REVIEW: Holiday Duets Marketplace Offers Comfort Food and Delicious Drinks at Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays 2021

November 11, 2021

Seasons greetings and welcome to the 2021 Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure! This review will cover the Holiday Duets Marketplace, so let’s get to eating! Menu for the Holiday Duets Marketplace at Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays 2021 Food: Braised Pork Belly Adobo – $7.55 Shrimp & Grits – $8.00 Beverages: