food IS a theme park
Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure have both been closed since March of last year, and they’re both expected to be closed at least for a little while longer.
Balloons by Carthay Circle on Buena Vista Street
Last year, however, Downtown Disney did reopen at Disneyland Resort. And later, Buena Vista Street in California Adventure reopened as an extension of Downtown Disney. But, soon guests won’t be able to stroll through Buena Vista Street…at least not for free.
We spent our day yesterday checking out some interesting developments.
Disneyland
Stroll around Downtown Disney in Disneyland Resort with us to see allllll of the latest news when it comes to food, construction, and merchandise!
Our mouths are watering just THINKING about the beignets at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express.
Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen
A few weeks ago, we tried the Mardi Gras Glazed Beignets at this Downtown Disney spot. Yum, right?! Well, when we heard about some new additions to the menu, we just had to come back to give them a taste. We’re trying SNICKERDOODLE Beignets today, guys!
Ever thought, you know what would be cute? Sticking a little face on Cinderella Castle! Well, that’s what Jerrod Maruyama is doing!
Downtown Disney
Jerrod Maruyama is the artist behind the Hipster Mickey line and you might recognize his name from some recent designs we’ve spotted in the parks (like this MagicBand). He’s been bringing us too-cool-for-school Mickey gear — like a Hipster Mickey hat — for a little while now and we spotted a new home collection from the hip artist on our recent visit to Disneyland Resort!
Disneyland Legacy Passholders: you now have more time to save!
Downtown Disney
Disneyland Legacy Passholders have recently been able to save on merchandise both online and in the parks. Those perks were about to end, but now Disney has extended their in-store offer!
February 22nd is National Margarita Day and this is a holiday we can fully get behind!
Tortilla Jo’s
Watermelon margaritas, peppermint margaritas, even tomato margaritas, we’ll take them all! And Tortilla Jo’s at Downtown Disney is celebrating the occasion with some special drink deals today only!
You know what’s awesome? BEIGNETS!!!!
New Orleans cuisine in Downtown Disney
And beignets are a BIG deal over on the West Coast at Disneyland. Not only can you get Mickey-shaped beignets (at least when the parks are open), but you can also get some yummy beignets at Downtown Disney at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen.
It’s an exciting day for Star Wars fans on the West Coast!
After opening in fall 2020 in Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney, Star Wars Trading Post closed just a few months later to be relocated. We’ve kept an eye on the construction and eagerly awaited its opening, and now the day is here!
It wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without a few cocktails in the mix at the Disney Parks!
Uva Bar and Cafe 2020
And, whether you’re spending the day with your friends or your special someone, you’re going to want to put Downtown Disney on your list of holiday plans this year.
Disneyland has been filled with treats recently like pineapple churros making their debut (!!!) and spots like La Brea Bakery and Starbucks re-opening soon.
Salt & Straw
And, we hope your sweet tooth is ready for a Valentine’s weekend filled with ice cream because a beloved Downtown Disney location is offering a romantic package you’re not going to want to miss!
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