A new sweet spot is coming to Disney World and today, Disney shared a first look at — Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew — the new specialty food and beverage location opening soon at Disney Springs West Side.
Disney Springs recently shared a sneak peek at a few of the delicious donuts that will soon be baking at Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew. These beauties are over-the-top and will only add to the amazing variety of sweet spots you can find on property.
The overall design of this sweet spot will have a unique spin on a classic donut shop featuring graphic pops of color, iconic signage, and a beautiful outdoor seating area in the “donut garden.” Take a look below at the new renderings released by Disney:
Before guests enter the venue, they may catch a glimpse of a culinary experience unfolding through the windows of the exposed kitchen where hot and fresh donuts will bake daily.
“We like to say our little oasis of indulgences is going to be where ‘Happiness is Glazed Daily,’” says Mark Gibson, co-owner of Everglazed. “The menu will be full of sweet surprises and a unique spot for guests wanting a quick treat, cold brew or nitro-infused chilled coffee.”
Everglazed will specialize in hand-crafted donuts featuring mouthwatering yeast and cake donuts with an assortment of cold brew lattes and coffee cocktails and a few sweet-yet-savory sandwich bites.
“The humble donut has truly become a global phenomenon. The fried circle of dough is a simple concoction with the ability to showcase chef-inspired flavors and toppings,” says Guy Revelle, co-owner of Everglazed. “We can’t wait to offer guests at Disney Springs our robust menu of sweet delights, but you are officially warned: We spoke to your diet – and it’s taking some time off when we open our doors.”
Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew will be located adjacent to Splitsville and near the west entrance and exit of the Orange Parking Garage.
Disney World has just announced that it will be offering extended hours for Guests to experience the magic this holiday season at all four of its theme parks.
Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Disney World has made several adjustments to its normal holiday plans over the past several months. While the park may not be holding its normal Christmas celebrations, it will have extended hours during the Christmas season.
According to the Disney World website, the Magic Kingdom will be open from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. from the beginning of December until the week of Christmas. Starting on Sunday, Dec. 20, the Magic Kingdom will be open from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m.
These hours will continue until Dec. 30. On New Year’s Eve, the park is still listed as being open only from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Epcot, Hollywood Studios and the Animal Kingdom will also have extended hours. Similarly to the Magic Kingdom, these extended hours appear to end on New Year’s Eve.
Disney World also has the hours for the first full week of January listed on its website. The Magic Kingdom will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Epcot from noon until 8 p.m., Hollywood Studios from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. and the Animal Kingdom will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
It’s exactly two months until Christmas for those counting the days and in honor of the occasion, Disney has given us a first look at some merry merchandise coming soon to shopDisney.com and select Disney Parks around the world.
Whether you are visiting Disney Parks this holiday season or just looking to bring the holiday magic home, there are some festive new collections featuring apparel, accessories and even homeware, coming your way.
Take a closer look below:
Disney Parks ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Collection- Select products available beginning Oct. 26 and throughout the holiday season at shopDisney.com, Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort & Walt Disney World Resort
The latest spirit jerseys, headbands, mini backpacks by Loungefly and face masks are sure to be on your Christmas list this year! From peppermint plaid to an all-over print wonderland, you’ll love these spirit jerseys perfect for the wintery weather. Don’t miss out on the peppermint twist cloth face mask and bold red and green cloth face mask by Spirit Jersey.
For the headband and mini backpack collector, the newest additions are sure to be coming down your chimney this holiday season. Just look at that all-over print mini backpack from Loungefly and adorable gingerbread Minnie Mouse ear headband!
The kiddos can get in on the jolly fun as well with new spirit jerseys, hats, sweatshirts and cloth face masks! Oh, and did I mention the first-ever snow blower?! Perfect for those in the South wanting some wintery fun!
Holiday traditions with your family don’t have to stop in the Parks… Get the whole family together in the matching onesies featuring Mickey and Minnie ears, and complete the look with fuzzy clogs by Crocs!
Cuddle up with loveable plush like Forky or Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in gingerbread form (bonus, they smell like gingerbread too!)! Then bake your own gingerbread with an adorable baking set complete with a bowl, spatula and cookie cutters of course, plus a matching apron and kitchen towels!
Disney Parks Silver and Gold Collection- Select products available beginning Nov. 2 at shopDisney.com, Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort & Walt Disney World Resort
Those looking to don their holiday finest, will love the all-new Silver and Gold collection featuring spirit jerseys, a Minnie Mouse ear headband and more. It’s perfect for walking in a winter wonderland or around the Parks!
Disney Parks x BaubleBar Holiday Collection – Available beginning Nov. 2 at the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort and online at shopDisney.com
Disney Parks x BaubleBar is back with an all-new collection themed to the holidays. Get ready to deck your ears, arms and neck with festive earrings, a sweet necklace and a jolly bracelet!
Aloha Kalikimaka from Aulani! I don’t know about you but growing up in Florida, my holidays were spent lounging on the warm sand watching waves crash upon the shore and looks like our Disney friends over at Aulani Resort in Hawaii feel the same way! Check out this all-over print spirit jersey, plushie headband and colorful ornament featuring ‘Olu Mel and StellaLou.
Disneyland Paris 2020 Holidays Collection- Coming this Nov. to Disneyland Paris
Disneyland Paris is preparing for the holidays with an assortment of adorable décor! My favorites include ornaments celebrating “Bambi” and “Brother Bear,” a figurine featuring Mickey and Friends caroling and the mischievous Stitch wishing everyone a ‘Merry Stitchmas’ on a mug perfect for hot cocoa.
Tokyo Disney Resort 2020 Holidays Collection- Coming Nov. 2 to Tokyo Disney Resort
Those located near Tokyo Disney Resort can prep for the holidays with new products to enjoy at the park and even at home including a peppermint-twisted take on the classic Minnie Mouse ear headband, an adorable Mickey ear Santa hat and even a huggable plush of Pooh himself.
Shanghai Disney Resort 2020 Holidays Collection- Coming Nov. 3 to Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai Disney Resort also has a plethora of holiday cheer with new Minnie Mouse ear headbands, plush and so much more waiting for you in a winter wonderland.
Get ready for festive fun this holiday season with the latest products from Disney Parks. We can’t wait to see you rock them and add them to your collections. Whether you’re at home or visiting one of our parks, we wish you a very happy holidays!
If the coronavirus pandemic put a halt to your Disney “I do’s,” then you’ll be excited to hear that Disney has announced that weddings have resumed as part of the phased re-opening at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.
“The Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings team has been working diligently with our health and safety team, looking at our experiences in detail so our couples and wedding guests can celebrate in a magical way. With health and safety in mind, we have implemented a combination of new measures that consider the guidance of local government and health officials,” their website said.
Disney made the announcement on thier twitter account as you can see in the post below:
The new safety measures include face coverings, which will be required for all guests and members of the wedding party. During the ceremony, the couple may be able to remove their face coverings for a limited period of time, while proper physical distancing can be maintained.
Their events will also include measures to promote physical distancing among guests and cast members. Upcoming weddings will have limited guest counts, and they are working with couples to find creative ways to set their ceremonies, receptions and more.
Disney announced that the Downtown Disney District will be expanded to include parts of Disney California Adventure park, Disneyland Resort starting next month.
While the Anaheim theme park itself remains closed, fans will be able to shop and eat at the stores and eateries that line Buena Vista Street, near the park’s entrance,
Take a look below at what you can discover – be sure to put these places on your shopping and dining list:
Holiday shopping? Head to Elias & Co. The store is divided into distinct sections for men, women and children, so you’ll find something special for the entire family! At Julius Katz & Sons, peruse even more holiday merchandise and Disney-themed home décor. At Kingswell Camera Shop offers great gift-giving ideas like frames, photo albums and more. Buena Vista Street stores have a variety of your Disney favorites!
If you are looking to tempt your taste buds with a snack, Trolley Treats offers classic candies, old-fashioned confections and all kinds of freshly made treats. Vending carts will offer popcorn, churros, ice cream and other “must-bite” treats.
Swing by Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe for the enchanting sights and sounds of Buena Vista Street—and a cup of coffee or scrumptious artisan sandwich.
Sit-down dining options include Carthay Circle Lounge, where you can unwind in our expanded outdoor seating area featuring an all-new menu of cocktails and dining. Smokejumpers Grill is serving up tasty American classics for lunch and dinner with a streamlined menu of burgers, fries, onion rings and craft beer, located just around the corner from Buena Vista Street. The primary way to place your order at this dining location is through mobile order on the Disneyland App.*
Only the shopping and dining experiences along Buena Vista Street will be accessible from the Downtown Disney District at this time, as Disney California Adventure park is currently closed.
Disney reminded guests that they will still need to follow the health and safety measures put in place to curb the spread of COVID-19, including social distancing requirements, temperature checks and mandated face mask for all visitors over the age of 2.
Disney is teaming up with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to celebrate 40 years of making dreams come true with their brand new “Wishes Come True Blue” color collection and the Sorcerer Mickey inspired Crocs are just adorable.
You’ll be the definitive twinkle toes in these glittering Crocs. Part of the Disney Parks Wishes Come True Blue Collection, they feature Crocs’ signature design with a sparkling silver crescent moon, stars, and Mickey icon so you’ll feel glamorous every step of the way.
This is the first-ever Disney color collection that celebrates and supports a nonprofit’s impact and ongoing collaboration with Disney. This collection features a wide variety of products from headwear and accessories to apparel and much more as you can see below:
Disney has helped Make-A-Wish grant 140,000 wishes around the world since 1980 through their theme parks, stores and television and movie studios.
Twenty-five percent of every item purchased from the collection from now until World Wish Day on April 29, 2021, up to $500,000, will go toward the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The items are available on ShopDisney.com.
Disney is teaming up with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to celebrate 40 years of making dreams come true with their brand new “Wishes Come True Blue” color collection and Minnie’s true blue fashion shines on this dazzling mini backpack by Loungefly.
Featuring a sequined design, Minnie ears, a white star-embossed bow, plus white star cutouts, this bag’s compact silhouette makes it easy to carry your essentials around in style.
This is the first-ever Disney color collection that celebrates and supports a nonprofit’s impact and ongoing collaboration with Disney. This collection features a wide variety of products from headwear and accessories to apparel and much more as you can see below:
Disney has helped Make-A-Wish grant 140,000 wishes around the world since 1980 through their theme parks, stores and television and movie studios.
Twenty-five percent of every item purchased from the collection from now until World Wish Day on April 29, 2021, up to $500,000, will go toward the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The items are available on ShopDisney.com.
Disney has released the first trailer for its action-packed animated film Raya and the Last Dragon and it is action packed.
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Raya and the Last Dragon features Kelly Marie Tran as the voice of Raya, a lone warrior whose mission is to track down the legendary last dragon in a bid to save Kumandra and unite its lands.
“However, along her journey, she’ll learn that it’ll take more than dragon magic to save the world — it’s going to take trust as well,” the film’s description reads. Take a look at the trailer below:
Long ago, in the fantasy world of Kumandra, humans and dragons lived together in harmony. But when an evil force threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, that same evil has returned and it’s up to a lone warrior, Raya, to track down the legendary last dragon to restore the fractured land and its divided people. However, along her journey, she’ll learn that it’ll take more than a dragon to save the world—it’s going to take trust and teamwork as well.
The film is directed by Don Hall and Carlos López Estrada, and it was written by Qui Nguyen and Adele Lim. The film will release in theaters on March 12, 2021.
California released its long-awaited guidance for how theme parks in the state can safely reopen and it appears Disneyland will likely stay closed for several more weeks.
California will allow large theme parks to reopen with modifications when the counties where they’re located move into the state’s least-restrictive “yellow” tier, a change that likely puts theme parks at least weeks — and potentially months — away from resuming operations.
Orange County, where Disneyland is located, is currently in the second, “red” tier of the state’s four-tier reopening system, which represents a “substantial” spread of the virus. Under state guidelines, all theme parks must remain closed under this tier. Disney’s California Adventure theme park will also remain closed because Los Angeles County is also in a “widespread” tier.
The announcement was made Tuesday by California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly, who released the state’s much-anticipated reopening protocols for theme parks during the COVID-19 pandemic. The guidelines had been expected earlier this month but were delayed.
When theme parks do welcome back guests, larger locations will have to limit capacity to 25% and must require advance reservations, Ghaly said. Visitors will also have to wear face masks while in the parks, except when eating and drinking.
Just minutes after California’s Director of Health and Human Services on Tuesday unveiled restrictive new guidelines under which amusement parks in the state could reopen, the industry fired back.
“We have proven that we can responsibly reopen, with science-based health and safety protocols strictly enforced at our theme park properties around the world,” said Disneyland Resort president Ken Potrock. “Nevertheless, the State of California continues to ignore this fact, instead mandating arbitrary guidelines that it knows are unworkable and that hold us to a standard vastly different from other reopened businesses and state-operated facilities.”
Disney reopened its Florida theme parks in July with safety protocols and health measures that included reduced capacity at its parks and requiring all employees and guests to wear masks.
Today, Disney officially announced that George Lucas’ fantasy adventure Willow is getting a new sequel series on Disney Plus.
Disney has confirms the series takes place years after the events of the original Ron Howard-directed pic and it is heading into production next year.
Howard is returning to the project as executive producer alongside original star Warwick Davis, who will once again play the titular hero Willow Ufgood. Director Jon M. Chu, who will helm the pilot and executive produce, made the announcement on Twitter as you can see in the tweet below:
Ok Ive been hiding this for a while now…but…IS THIS REAL LIFE???!!! Do I really get to work with this team on this story????? I mean I literally named my daughter Willow…literally. ‘Willow’ Sequel Series Officially a Go, Jon M. Chu to Direct https://t.co/L8fh0nJhe7#Willow
“Willow” the series hails from Lucasfilm and represents the company’s first non-“Star Wars” venture since 2015. The show will introduce all-new characters to the magical realm of fairy queens and two-headed Eborsisk monsters. News of the official greenlight from Disney Plus comes over a year after the project was first reported as coming down the pipeline.
The original film centered on Davis’ Willow, who reluctantly forced into playing a critical role in protecting a special infant named Elora Danan from an evil queen (Jean Marsh). A prophecy told that Elora would bring the queen’s downfall. Willow was helped along the way by a mercenary swordsman, played by Val Kilmer. It also starred Joanne Whalley, Billy Barty and Kevin Pollak.
“Growing up in the’80s, ‘Willow’ has had a profound effect on me,” said Chu in a statement. “The story of the bravest heroes in the least likely places allowed me, an Asian-American kid growing up in a Chinese restaurant looking to go to Hollywood, to believe in the power of our own will, determination and of course, inner magic. So the fact that I get to work with my heroes from Kathleen Kennedy to Ron Howard is bigger than a dream come-true. It’s a bucket-list moment for me. Jon Kasdan and Wendy Mericle have added such groundbreaking new characters and delightful surprises to this timeless story that I can’t wait for the world to come along on this epic journey with us.”
Bob Dolman, writer of the original film, serves as consulting producer, with Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy on board as an EP alongside Michelle Rejwan. Howard’s Imagine Television is producnig, with the company’s Roopesh Parekh and Hannah Friedman in place as co-executive producers. Julia Cooperman will produce.
