Marvel has just released a brand new featurette taking us behind the scenes with the cast and crew of the next Marvel movie, “Doctor Strange”:
Dr. Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) loses his ability to operate after a terrible accident, but finds new purpose when a mystical being known as the Ancient One reveals that Dr. Strange is the newly designated Sorceror Supreme.
“Doctor Strange” open November 4th.
Source: Marvel
Time for another Hostess with the Mostess countdown! In my last post, we ventured into the wonderful world of water rides. We took a much needed and refreshing look into my favorite watery attractions at Walt Disney World. I even shared some of my tips for staying dry on those rides. If you missed it, you can check it out right here.
What Disney favorite do I have planned this week? Well, my husband and I were recently talking about our favorite Disney snacks. I was listing off all of the yummy foods in the Magic Kingdom that I am excited to get on our next trip. Much to my surprise, there were several on my list that he has not tried yet! Not only is this a shock because I have been married to him for years without knowing this but it is a real problem because he is missing out! So when we go on our next trip, I am making sure he tries all of my favorite snacks! I have tons of food on the list for my husband to try. But today, I am going to share just five of my favorites with you. Here are my Top 5 Favorite Snacks at the Magic Kingdom.
Yes. It is as amazing as it sounds. If you have never experienced this cheesy savory dish, get ready for some spot on comfort food. Located at the Friar’s Nook in Fantasyland, this wonderful hidden treasure tastes like it came straight out of Mom’s kitchen. The tender pot roast and the mac and cheese flavors combined are absolutely delicious! The cheese is in no way an understatement and does not disappoint, however it is super rich, so be prepared because you may need a buddy to help you finish! This snack would have made it further up on my list if it was not for my sweet tooth.
I told you the cinnamon roll would make another appearance. I have two snacks for my number four, but they go so well together I had to include them both. The warm and gooey goodness of those giant cinnamon rolls paired with the marshmellowy mango amazingness of LeFou’s Brew cannot be beat. It’s just a little taste of heaven! I remember how much I disapproved of Disney taking the cinnamon rolls out of the Main Street Bakery and putting them in Gaston’s Tavern. But now, I am thankful. The two snacks are paired so perfectly, putting them in the same spot just makes sense!
This snack is yumminess on top of more yumminess. Stop by Sleepy Hollow in Liberty Square to claim this tasty treat. They offer many waffle options, but the best waffle by far is this one. Picture a crispy golden waffle, slab on some chocolate hazelnut spread, and sprinkle on some strawberries, bananas, and blueberries. Fold it up, take a bite, and you have yourself an irresistible delicacy. To make the experience even better, go to the porch on the side of the Hall of Presidents. There are two rocking chairs waiting for you and your glorious waffle to come and sit, relax, and enjoy.
The Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich deserves the number two spot. You may want to call me an ice cream cookie sandwich connoisseur. I love them so much and I am always trying news ones that cross my path. This sandwich is the best one I have ever had. Not only is it huge and enticing, but the vanilla ice cream is creamy and delicious and the chocolate chip cookies are so soft and chewy. This special treat is so scrumptious that they sell it in two places! You can find it at Sleepy Hollow in Liberty Square and the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor on Main Street U.S.A.
I am sure most of you saw this coming! The Pineapple Dole Whip from Aloha Isle in Adventureland is my number one favorite snack. This soft serve treat packs a powerful punch of pineapple flavor and it is wonderfully refreshing on a hot Florida day. Yes, it is delicious, but there is another reason why the Dole Whip made it to number one. It just screams Disney! I get a Pineapple Dole Whip every trip and have been getting them ever since I could remember. The taste has never changed and it is a “Disney Must Have” in my family.
Those are my top five favorite snacks in the Magic Kingdom. Do not forget to vote and please comment if you have another favorite that was not mentioned. I would love to hear about what you think and what snacks you would put on the list!
Speaking of snacks, are there any Food and Wine Festival fans out there? If you are going to the Food and Wine Festival remember pick out your favorite foods! I will be doing a Food and Wine countdown next month and of course, as always, I want to hear from YOU!
Here is my Extra Magic Tip of the week: If you are looking for healthier snack options, stop at the Liberty Square Market Place. They have delicious baked potatoes, fresh fruits and vegetables, yogurt and much more!
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If you ever wanted to train to be a Jedi like Luke Skywalker, you may want to take a look at the latest Disney patent…
Disney Patent for Interactive Star Wars Lightsaber
“An entertainment environment has a user with a faux light saber that interacts with a drone flying through the air or operated with hidden rods to appear as if its flying through the air. The faux light saber has LEDs attached thereto to provide IR light to the drone. As an LED is turned on, an invisible light sensor built into the drone captures an image of the field of view with a bright spot at the position of the activated LED. A visible light source built into the drone then projects light through particulate matter toward the faux light saber. As a result, the uses is provided with the illusion that the faux light saber has deflected a laser beam. Multiple LEDs can be activated in sequence at various times to give user the impression that the movement by the users of the faux light saber is deflecting multiple laser beams.”
While sometimes these patents mean nothing, rumors have suggested that the Star Wars lands coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland would be full of role-playing experiences like this. Could you imagine being able to train to be a Jedi just as Luke Skywalker was by Obi-Wan Kenobi in Episode IV, deflecting lasers with your weapon?
Could guests get to be Jedi knights?
Again, this could be nothing, but guests could in fact be wielding an interactive lightsaber at Disney Parks someday.
We take a short trip to Epcot in our latest photo report, catching up on a few minor changes around the park, as well as some new merchandise items for sale.
No Climbing Sign on the Mexico Pavilion at Epcot
So, the old sign was clearly ripped off and these new signs using an Epcot font put in place. I only hope these are temporary as they damaged the wall underneath and these look no better than what was already there.
No Climbing Sign on the Mexico Pavilion at Epcot
It wouldn’t be a photo report if I wasn’t hocking some of Disney’s latest souvenirs you could take home…
Peter Pan Snowglobe
The Peter Pan’s Flight snow-globe was remade without Tinker Bell on the top. The Tink statue was too fragile and was breaking in transit, so they just placed Peter’s hat on top of the new version.
Oswald basketball jersey
Some new basketball and baseball style jerseys are on sale in MouseGear, including this sleek Oswald one.
Oswald basketball jersey
There’s also a Mickey Mouse baseball jersey
Mickey Mouse baseball jersey
Walt Disney World baseball jersey
Walt Disney World baseball jersey
Fab 4 Basketball Jersey
Pin Central has a TON of open edition Halloween pins on sale currently (and yes, it is still mid-August).
Star Wars Halloween pin
Star Wars character Halloween pins were expanded this year, but the variety from last year are still available as well.
Star Wars Halloween pin
Star Wars Halloween pin
Star Wars Halloween pin
Star Wars Halloween pin
Disney Parks bicycle accessories
Strange enough, a line of bicycle accessories is now hitting stores around Walt Disney World.
Disney Parks bicycle accessories
Disney Parks bicycle accessories
Disney Parks bicycle accessories
Journey Into Imagination queue
Strange things continue to happen at the Imagination pavilion, like this now wide open backstage walkway in the Journey Into Imagination queue. There used to be a metal gate here.
Journey Into Imagination queue
All of the projectors in the queue were also set to stationary, so there was no Figment appearing every few seconds.
Journey Into Imagination exit
The Figment footprints are still missing in the exit hallway, likely gone for good at this point.
Journey Into Imagination exit
For my birthday, a group of friends decided to buy me some treats from the Karamel Kuche in Germany since I had never tried anything from there before. Everything was pretty amazing, so I’ll definitely be back.
Karamel Kuche at Epcot
Karamel Kuche at Epcot
Karamel Kuche at Epcot
We also tried a shot of this fig drink, which was… interesting…
In our latest photo report, we travel to the Magic Kingdom and the surrounding resort area to see the latest progress on the Tomorrowland repainting, the continuing rock installation at WDW beaches, and the Disney Vacation Club cabin additions at Wildenress Lodge.
Cinderella Castle Crane
The crane is back at Cinderella Castle for the installation of the Dreamlights for the holiday season (yes, it is still August).
Cinderella Castle Crane
Cinderella Castle Crane
Tomorrowland Entrance Repainting
The repainting of the Tomorrowland entrance is now visible on the front side, as a grey/silver soat has been started at the bottom of the rocks by the water.
Tomorrowland Entrance Repainting
Big Thunder Mountain Refurbishment
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is closed until November for what we expect to be the installation of the new finale scene, similar to that found at Disneyland Park.
Big Thunder Mountain Refurbishment
Big Thunder Mountain Refurbishment
Big Thunder Mountain Refurbishment
Alligator and Snake warning sign in the Magic Kingdom
Spotted this sign by Big Thunder Mountain, in the designated smoking section.
Sofia the First ear hat
There is now a Sofia the First ear hat on sale in the parks.
Sofia the First ear hat
New Pirates of the Caribbean merchandise
More Pirates of the Caribbean merchandise featuring the Fab 5 continues to be released.
New Pirates of the Caribbean merchandise
New Pirates of the Caribbean merchandise
The line is geared towards children, so there are plastic placemats available.
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
When “Move It! Shake It! Dance and Play It!” is cancelled for inclement weather, it also get the Magic Kingdom rainy Day Character Cavalcade treatment. This replacement offering drives up and down Main Street in this case, at least giving guests a look at their favorite characters. It also has a really catch soundtrack, which you can hear below in an older recording of the parade we have:
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Rainy Day Character Cavalcade
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
In traveling to Trail’s End at Fort Wildnerness, we decided to take a boat, which provided some spectacular views.
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
This is one of my favorite pictures I’ve ever taken at Walt Disney World…
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
What are all these bags backstage at the Contemporary? ROCKS. HUNDREDS AND THOUSANDS OF ROCKS.
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
These rocks will soon line the shoreline behind the resort, similar to the beaches at the Polynesian and Grand Floridian.
Wilderness Lodge DVC
Work continues on the Disney Vacation Club cabin additions at Wilderness Lodge.
Wilderness Lodge DVC
Wilderness Lodge DVC
Wilderness Lodge DVC
Wilderness Lodge DVC
Wilderness Lodge DVC
Wilderness Lodge DVC
Wilderness Lodge DVC
Wilderness Lodge DVC
Many of the cabins are going vertical now.
Wilderness Lodge DVC
Wilderness Lodge DVC
The shoreline at Fort Wilderness received the rock treatment as well.
Wilderness Lodge DVC
Trail’s End moonshine
We end on alcohol once again, this time with some of the fantastic moonshine drinks available at Trail’s End and Crockett’s Tavern.
Audiences were mesmerized by Disney’s live-action epic adventure “The Jungle Book,” which has earned more than $949 million at the global box office to date. Critically acclaimed, Jon Favreau’s stunning live-action reimagining of Walt Disney’s animated classic, will be available early on Digital HD and Disney Movies Anywhere on August 23, and on Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and On-Demand on August 30.
Venture behind the scenes with in-depth bonus features that reveal the innovative film-making technology used to create the richly immersive jungle world and characters; Follow the journey of the film’s only on-screen actor, charismatic newcomer Neel Sethi (Mowgli); Delve into a candid and humorous scene-by-scene audio commentary with director Jon Favreau and meet the all-star voice cast who help bring the film’s colorful characters to life, as well as the musicians who accent the adventure with a majestic music score.
Audiences will also have the opportunity to experience the movie again at select IMAX locations for a limited time only from August 26th through September 1st.
Check out these bonus features clips!
“Opening Sequence” Easter Egg Bonus Clip:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cj6e0iMNBvc&feature=youtu.be
“They Made it Possible” Bonus Clip:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqj3elEiGn0&feature=youtu.be
For those who were wondering if some of New York Street and the Streets of America at Disney’s Hollywood Studios would survive the upcoming expansion of the park, I think the following photos will answer your question…
Streets of America Being Removed
An entire large section of the street adjacent to MuppetVision 3-D was removed early today. This comes on the heels of the first small piece that went missing just a few days ago.
Streets of America Being Removed
The street is being removed to make way for the Star Wars themed land and Toy Story Land that will be added to the park in the coming years.
Streets of America Being Removed
We will provide further pictures and video of the “damage” later today, but it looks like the Streets of America and New York Street could be removed from the park in a matter of days.
Out thanks to @Osborne_Lights on twitter for the pictures!
Even though we just posted a short while ago that one whole section of the Streets of America at Disney’s Hollywood Studios had been removed, progress has been made even since that time. One entire side of the street is now completely gone, as construction crews are actively working during park hours to remove the buildings. Watch the demolition crew in action below:
We also have some additional photos of the ongoing demolition to share, a very different view from just an hour ago:
Streets of America Demolition
A wide open skyline now sits adjacent to Muppetvision 3-D and the Muppets Courtyard area. This was a very different scene just a few days ago.
Streets of America Demolition
Streets of America Demolition
Streets of America Demolition
Yeah. You look a little Dopey. But what’s with that guy at the controls!? Photo ©USC Libraries Digital Collections.
Radio Free Disneyland, a curated music podcast that tells the stories of the Disneyland Resort in a unique and tuneful way, is set to debut here on WDWNT.com on Saturday, September 10. Using Disney music, not-so-Disney music, and definitely not Disney music to tell the stories of the “lands,” their origins, and their citizenry. Real and imagined. Usually with a backbeat.
Episode 1: The Discovery of Disneyland, will reveal the backstory of two former east-block operatives with an ax to grind against the Anaheim, California theme park. They believe the park to be a powerful and dangerous distillate of America. The United States on steroids. Its contents, an idyllic turn-of-the-century American town, a stately riverboat, rocket ships, and the fleet of submarines all confirm the power of the place.
Along the way, unique song selections, surprising guests, and an off-center look at park-centric subjects, should bring to mind the stories, the people and the magic places. The central figure in this secretive cabal is Deejay Middlebrow, a down on his luck disc jockey who is chosen to run the radio propaganda arm of this shadowy foreign operation.
The first episode will also feature a sidelong look at Disneyland Park’s 60-year-plus crush on Briar Rose, otherwise known as Sleeping Beauty. Music, architecture, and story origin art pay tribute to the ancient tale. The examination will take place both audibly and through the Show Notes page here on WDWNT.com.
Other episodes to follow in the weeks ahead include: My Way Or The Highway (Cars Land), Moonspinners (Tomorrowland), It’s A Dark Ride (Fantasyland), and Westward Ho! (Frontierland).
The Radio Free Disneyland Podcast is a co-production of WDWNT and PlayThisPodcastLoud.com.
Disney Mix is a new app that lets people connect and socialize in new ways. Designed with younger audiences in mind, Disney Mix is a family friendly social hub where kids can chat, play, and create with their friends. As for parental controls, Disney’s Club Penguin team has created a system that filters out inappropriate content and offers options to block and report any undesired content.
Users can create their own avatars in the app and then add various friends and Disney related groups using their Disney accounts. Users can also create and share memes with plenty of Disney related filters and options. Various games have also been implemented within the app that allow you to play without ever even leaving the chat room.
https://https://youtu.be/ycT9nYaijS8
Disney Mix is available now for the App Store and Google Play. The app will receive regular updates with features like video sharing coming in the near future.
