food IS a theme park
It’s November which means Black Friday is just around the corner!
Magic Kingdom Holidays 2020!
It’s about time to start the holiday shopping and luckily, several stores offer deals throughout the season. We’re here to share the ways you can save BIG this holiday season!
Woo! Christmas is approaching at warp speed, and if you’re like us, you’re still putting the finishing touches on your Christmas to-buy list. (Or maybe you’re more prepared than we are. If so, teach us your ways!)
Here are some nifty and original ideas for the holiday season… and beyond!
We love a Christmas village — all the more so when the village includes adorable Disney-styled buildings like this one!
It’s so cute and seasonally appropriate that we’ll be leaving ours out well past New Years, thankyouverymuch! 😉
For the snazzy dresser who still likes a dose of whimsy, these Mickey Cufflinks are a total must have! And we’re calling these out because they are good for year-round gifting!
Ah, Moms.
They juggle all the balls, don’t they? They keep us in line, run the house, kiss the ouchies, get us where we need to be, and so much more!
Disney Mother’s Day Cookies at Magic Kingdom Confectionery
So if your mom is anything like ours, we’re pretty sure that she deserves some seriously wonderful gifts this Mother’s Day. And you’re in luck, because we have a few great suggestions right here!
We’ve been busy as Santa’s Helpers sharing with you lots of fun finds during our DFB 12 Days of Christmas — but we aren’t finished yet!
Today, we’re bringing you another irresistible sale, just in time for your Disney Trip Planning and Gift Giving Needs!
Today, we’re bringing you great savings on our most popular combination of DFB Guides, the DFB Guide & Snacks Bundle.
Bundling these four popular guides together already represents huge savings. But today, we’re saving you even more by offering you an additional 30% off the bundle price! That’s OVER 50% off the total cost of the books when they’re purchased separately. In order to take advantage of these special, limited time savings, just use Promo Code 12Days!
DFB Guide + Snacks Bundle
Our DFB Guide & Snacks Bundle includes all of the following: [Read more…]
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, Everyone!
I don’t know about you, but I am nowhere near finished with my to-do list yet. There’s baking to enjoy, cards to address — and of course, gifts to buy!
If you’re in the same boat with me, check out this fun collection of great, “Disneyfied” gifts that I’ve gathered from the Disney Store and Amazon. There’s a little something for everyone on the list!
Who doesn’t love the spooky, morbid, tongue-in-cheek ghoulishness of the Haunted Mansion? If you have an HM fan to buy for, check out these fun finds.
She will be the belle of the cocktail party dressed up in the Haunted Mansion Hostess Apron. Extra points if she manages to scowl in sinister fashion throughout the gathering!
Haunted Mansion Hostess Apron
Make the cleaning up vanish in a trice with handy and colorful Haunted Mansion Towels. [Read more…]
The Marketplace Co-op just opened on Friday in Downtown Disney in Disney World, and if you’re looking for items to add to your Disney dream kitchen, your search may be over.
New Marketplace Co-op in Downtown Disney
When we got a glimpse of some of the merchandise earlier this year, we thought, “Okay, this could be pretty cool.”
As it turns out… it is COMPLETELY cool!
The Marketplace Co-op is six separate “boutiques” housed inside of what once was one large store (formerly Team Mickey): Beautifully Disney, D-Tech On Demand, The Trophy Room, Cherry Tree Lane, Zoey and Pickles, and Disney Centerpiece.
Marketplace Co-op Stores
Marketplace Co-op Stores
The space for each section is not huge… but you will not believe the amount of fun stuff they’ve got packed in there! Being the food fans we are, we’re focusing on what’s available at the Disney Centerpiece.
Disney Centerpiece
The good news is, some of these items are available online, in case you aren’t able to visit the Co-op anytime soon. If you see a clickable link in our description, it will take you to the place where you can buy it!
Oh, my… where to begin?! How about Adventureland section?
How can we not start with Dole Whips? At first glance, this ceramic Dole Whip appears to be only that – just a ceramic figurine.
Dole Whip Keepsake Box
However, you can lift off the lid and store a keepsake in the Dole Whip’s bowl.
Dole Whip Keepsake Box
I think this would look SO AWESOME on a desk!
If you prefer a different homage to your beloved Dole Whip, these Aloha Isle Hurricane Glasses might do the trick.
Aloha Isle Hurricane Glasses
Cheers!
These “Aloha” plates measure in at 7 inches, for appetizers or desserts… or both 😉 .
Aloha Plates
Color choices are red, blue, and green.
The companion “Aloha” bowls also come in three color choices: [Read more…]
Have you started your shopping yet?? The clock is ticking, and we are getting closer and closer to that crazy shopping day — Black Friday!
Our friends at MickeyFix.com are truly geniuses when it comes to finding the coolest Disney gear around! It’s THE go-to site for finding “All the Disney stuff you never knew you needed”!
And they have a whole section devoted JUST to Disney gift guides! Whether you’re looking for something understated to show your fandom, or you want to flaunt your favorite brand, you’ll have a ton of stuff to choose from! Let’s take a look!
Let your iPhone case show your personality to the fullest with the coolest iPhone Cases around. Want to display a little Magic Kingdom nostalgia? I love this Walt Disney World Vintage Fantasyland Map!
Or how about something a little more subtle? Only the coolest kids will know you’re channeling Disney with this Buzz Lightyear iPhone Case.
If adding to your handbag collection (or hers!) is a top priority this holiday season, be sure to check out these Must Have Handbags. Whether you’re looking for something that makes a statement, or a small and sporty option, there are some great ideas here!
Want something a little luxurious? The Disney Parks Dooney & Bourke Collection is the way to go!
What about something from a Galaxy Far, Far Away? [Read more…]
Put away the pumpkins and get out the tinsel: it’s time to kick off the holiday shopping!
We’re all looking to find just the right items to give as gifts this time of year. But in order to bring that festive vibe home, you may want to brighten up your holiday table, too! It’s the perfect way to prepare for all of those fun parties that are just around the corner!
And now through Monday, you can save 25% off of your entire order with Disney’s Friends and Family Discount! Use code DISNEYPAL at checkout online!
And whether you celebrate Hanukkah or Christmas — or both! — we have some fun finds to make celebrating just a little more fun. It’s a great time to use that 25% discount.
Let’s go!
We have some subtle ways to put a little Disney into your Christmas decor with fun, functional plates for hors d’oeuvres and desserts!
I love these Santa Mickey Glass Plates! You can choose to set your table with Green Glass Plates for a uniform look, or alternate green and red! The falling snow offers an opulent, wintery feel — but that little guy in the corner is unmistakable!
Santa Mickey Mouse Green Glass Plate
Mix and match with these Santa Mickey Red Glass Plates. My favorite detail? The snowflake design is a little different on the green and red versions of the plate.
Santa Mickey Mouse Red Glass Appetizer Plate
Finally, if you’re looking for the perfect holiday time centerpiece for your table, we have found it! The Ultimate Disney Tabletop Tree plays host to four moving levels and more than 50 beloved Disney characters! It also plays a myriad of Christmas carols and lights up with the addition of LED lights!
There’s so much detail here that your guests (including any little ones that may be at your house this holiday season) will spend plenty of time just picking out their favorite scenes, giving you a little ME TIME! (You know, fewer awkward conversations with Uncle Ned, time to get another glass of your chosen beverage…or two, things like that!) 😉
Disney Tabletop Tree
(Note that this item is not sold at DisneyStore.com and is not eligible for the 25% discount.)
Set out your favorite snacks and goodies on Santa Mickey Glass Glazed Holiday Trays. I love the deep purple, and together with your plates, your table will be uber festive with just a tiny touch of Disney!
Santa Mickey Mouse Purple Glass Tray
Ho Ho Ho, everyone! Do you have all of your Christmas shopping finished yet? What about your decorating?
If the answer is NO, I have some great news. We bumped our regular Friday gift guide to Monday this week because The Disney Store online is having a terrific sale, TODAY ONLY! You’ll receive 15% off your total order — store-wide — plus free shipping on $75 or more with promo code MAGICAL.
So, to celebrate saving money, we’ve put together some fun Disney food finds for your favorite friends! (Remember, the discount is store-wide, so these are just our suggestions. ;-D)
When your attention turns away from decking the halls and back to the kitchen, we have a few gifts that will be perfect for your favorite Disney food fan who’d like to bring the magic home.
For the gourmet, check out Delicious Disney Cookbook. Perfect for your friend who likes to try their hand at the yummy restaurant recipes found throughout Disney.
Delicious Disney Cookbook
If you’re looking for something that friends can use year-round, check out the Mickey Mouse Kitchen Towel. And it’s personalizable — perfect for the friends who just moved into that new house, or just got married!
Red Mickey Mouse Kitchen Towel -- Personalizable -- Available in Red
Here’s a fun, unique Disney touch for your coffee table or under the tree. Check out this Light Up Disney Village “Mickey’s Ice Cream Shop” by Dept. 56. A perfect addition to your holiday village.
Some serious cute — and cool! That’s what I think of the [Read more…]
DFB readers know that around this time of year, we like to share a few fun gift ideas for the Disney food fans in your life. And if that means YOU, well we think picking up a little something for yourself is just fine. 😉
Last week we shared a few of our favorite ways to celebrate with a Disney Dinner Party! Today, with visions of sugar plums starting to dance in my head, I’m pretty sure it’s time to make COOKIES! What, you too? Great! We can swap recipes!
In the meantime, I can’t think of a better way to get into the spirit of baking and cookie making than by stocking up on all kinds of fun Disney kitchenware that’s made just for the occasion!
Whether you’re holiday shopping for all of those bakers on your list, or stocking up on a few pre-Christmas holiday “surprises” for yourself, check out the cool things I’ve found in the Disney Store online for your bake-apalooza 2012! C’mon — grab a whisk and let’s go!
First, keep your favorite Christmas clothes flour-free with this snazzy Polka Dot Minnie Mouse Apron. At least three people on my Christmas list are getting one this year!
Polka Dot Minnie Mouse Apron -- Personalize It!
Next, it’s time to think about your kitchen tools! I cannot get enough of the cool vintage vibe of this Mickey Mouse Mixing Bowl Set. Crafted in durable plastic, the bowls look just like something I’d find in Grandma’s cabinet – or 50’s Prime Time Cafe!
Bakers worth their salt know that the key to baking success is precise measuring of ingredients. Do it stylishly with this Gourmet Mickey Mouse Measuring Cup Set.
The ceramic set is special enough to display, I’m thinking. (And they’ll surely stand in when you’re short a teacup or two. DUAL FEATURE!!)
Gourmet Mickey Mouse Measuring Cup Set
Precision matters when it comes to liquid ingredients, too! Use this quirky Best of Mickey Mouse Measuring Cup — with Ear Lid! — to ensure perfect [Read more…]
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