food IS a theme park
Shanghai Disneyland was the first Disney theme park to reopen on May 11th with several modifications.
Al’s Toy Barn in Shanghai Disneyland
But now that the park has been open for over a month, more attractions and guest experiences have started back up.
Homecomin’ has reopened in Disney Springs today, and they’re serving up heaping helpings of comfort foods with a side of Southern hospitality — along with some signature moonshine cocktails to wash it all down with.
Homecomin’!
And while we knew Chef Art Smith would be at the reopening of his restaurant today (and to check up on the progress of his new Shine Bar + Social outdoor patio bar!), we got the chance to sit and visit with him!
Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill along with Wolfgang Puck Express are now taking Mondays and Tuesdays off.
Wolfgang Puck
But since today’s Wednesday, we stopped by the restaurant to see how they’re doing since they’ve got big plans for Father’s Day including a huge feast for dads!
When The LEGO Store reopened on May 27th at Disney Springs, we were curious to see how our shopping experience would be different!
The LEGO Store
Turns out, a lot had changed! Guests were NOT allowed to approach the shelves or touch ANY products inside the LEGO Store and Pick a Brick was no longer available. But today, it looks like Pick a Brick is back –only it’s being done a little bit differently.
When Disney World temporarily closed in March, it raised A LOT of questions for Annual Passholders!
Walt Disney World Annual Passholder
Shortly after the theme parks’ temporary closure was updated to “until further notice,” Passholders who had paid in full were told their Disney World Annual Passes would be automatically extended for the number of days the parks remained closed. Well, we’ve been getting concerned that those extensions still haven’t come, and we’re hoping to make Theme Park reservations soon. But there seems to be some Annual Pass movement today.
So far, we’ve learned that some folks could potentially have a harder time getting to Disney World than others based on where they reside! Our friends in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut know all ABOUT it!
Magic Kingdom
Well, did you know that our Canadian neighbors are also under a restriction that could likely pose a problem for any travel plans they had down in Florida!
Disney World’s theme parks are gearing up to reopen next month, and to prepare several Disney World resort hotels are getting ready to welcome back guests starting next week!
Walt Disney World
But if you’re looking forward to enjoying one of your favorite meals at one of these Disney World restaurants, you might be out of luck!
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Recently the NBA announced its decision to allow several teams to finish their 2020 season in Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
And now, we just found out the NBA players will be permitted to invite family and friends as they advance in the playoffs!
We’re desperately trying not to hyperventilate, but there is some pretty interesting news coming out of Disney Springs this morning regarding one of our favorite baked goods!
Gideon’s Bakehouse Cookies
As you know by now, The Polite Pig‘s Gideon’s Bakehouse Cookie is one of the cornerstones of our diets, but as of today these half-pound miracles that are studded all over with chocolate chips have disappeared and aren’t likely to RETURN!
While several third-party shops and restaurants began to reopen in Disney Springs on May 20th, The Coca-Cola Store and Rooftop Beverage Bar confirmed for us last month they didn’t know when they would be welcoming guests back.
Coca-Cola Store
But on our walk through Disney Springs this morning, we saw employees stirring inside the iconic soda pop shop and we can finally report the store is now open!
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