Wednesday, December 13, 2017

Santa at Disney Springs

Have you heard about the Christmas Tree Trail at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World?
Through January 7 2018, 25 Disney-themed Christmas trees are on display! 

It's the second year for the event, but this year they extended the trail and added Santa!
I went on a weekday and the line was only 10 to 15 minutes. I imagine more time would be needed for a weekend visit. 


Amazing recipes from Moore's Marinades and Sauces

I wasn't sure what I was going to cook for dinner tonight, when a (free sample) of Moore's Marinades Original Buffalo Wing Sauce arrived at my door!



I went to the Moore's Marinade web site and was surprised at all the recipes available...And let me add, I was also surprised at the many flavors of marinades and sauces available!
I decided to try a "twist" on the Buffalo Ranch Chicken Roll Ups (pictured above). I cooked frozen chicken breasts in the crockpot with the Buffalo Sauce on high for 4 hours.  I then shredded the chicken; and assembled the roll-ups using the shredded chicken, fresh spinach, ranch dressing and mozzarella cheese!  Yum yum!  Definitely a homerun at my house.  

This is an easy dinner for me to make on a school night and it will be added to my rotation of recipes.

I love that the Original Buffalo Wing Sauce is gluten-free and MSG-free., but more importantly it tastes great.  I plan to try several other recipes on the web site -- like the Buffalo Chicken Cheese Ball and the Buffalo Chicken Smashed Potatoes.

Want to try it for yourself?  Click HERE for a list of retailers. 

Disclaimer: I received a free sample of the Original Buffalo Wing Sauce by Moore's Marinade in exchange for a fair and honest review.

Saturday, November 11, 2017

Christmas Decorations at Hollywood Studios, 2017

The Christmas decorations are up at Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World.  

This year the signature Christmas tree has been moved from the front gates of the park into the center of Echo Lake!  




This shirt is very popular WDW guests this year: 

The decorations are "retro" this year (throwback to the 1950s/1960s)! I love the nostalgic feel!




If you recall the Osborne Light Show retired two years ago (2015).  
Well, last year (2016) Hollywood Studios began the Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Fireworks Show, and it has returned this year (2017)...
AND, a second event has been added to the park, Sunset Seasons Greetings

What is your favorite Disney Park at Christmas time?

Wednesday, November 01, 2017

Family Halloween Costumes: Fast Food Junkies

This was a last minute idea for our family this year and it worked out great.  Each of us chose a fast food franchise and went with it!

Hubby - KFC
Me - Starbucks
Daughter - Wendy's
Son - Pizza Hut


My husband already had a white dress shirt and glasses.  We ordered a red apron from Amazon, picked up the mustache/goatee at Party City; and a spool of black ribbon (for the neck tie) at Joanne's. 

I had a green tee shirt and found the cute Starbucks fascinator/headband on etsy!

My daughter had found her Wendy's tee shirt at Uniqlo in the summer for $5. We braided her hair and threw on the blue ribbons. (I would have liked to paint her hair red but she decided not too.)

We found my son a red polo on clearance at Target; ordered a "Pizza" cap off of Amazon; and I printed the PizzaHut logo on my computer. 

It was seriously easy and so much fun! 
(The restaurants were happy to give us "free accessories" -- cups, buckets, etc).
Happy Halloween y'all! 

Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Halloween Fun in Orlando: Visit the Coca Cola Orlando Eye

Happening now, the Coca-Cola Orlando Eye is set to become the home of Halloween and the spookiest sight in all of Central Florida transforming into a 400-foot tall spider web with giant creepy-crawlies, an all-new light and music show, themed Snapchat filter and more family fun as part of “Spooky Nights and Spider Frights”, Friday, October 13th to Saturday, November 4th.


The itsy bitsy spider may climb up the water spout, but this month, it’s an enormous 60-foot spider and ten of its eight-legged friends that will take over the top of the Coca-Cola Orlando Eye building creating quite the creepy sight for all to see ­– and take a selfie with of course!

From the I-Drive 360 courtyard, guests can also experience the witching hour as 64,000 LED lights bring the tallest observational wheel on the United States East Coast to life in a kaleidoscopic ten-minute show synchronized to an iconic Halloween soundtrack that is sure to have everyone dancing. The light show will run Sunday-Thursday 8pm and Fri-Sat at 8pm and 10pm. 


Goblins and ghouls of all ages will be able to take in the sights while 400 feet in the air in one of four spooky Halloween-themed capsules. Experience unique views of Orlando surrounded by sneaky spiders, petrified pumpkins, ghoulish ghosts or frightening fall decorations.


Sunday, October 01, 2017

Lunch at Epcot's Coral Reef Restaurant



I've been a Walt Disney World passholder for nearly 20 years, but today was my first time having lunch at Epcot's Coral Reef Restaurant

The doors open for lunch at 11:30am and our reservation was set for 11:35am.  We were seated right up against the tanks, which was pretty exciting! We sae rays, dolphin, fish and more!



Menu posted outside of the restaurant
(Seasonal menu may change!):

My husband opted for the Prix Fixe menu (one appetizer, one entree and one dessert), 
whereas I opted for two appetizers. 

Seasonal House Salad: 

Lobster Bisque:

Mahi Mahi on coconut lime rice:

Crab cakes (appetizer):

Key Lime Dessert:

The decor is a little dated, but the service was excellent and the food was delish! 

Thursday, September 21, 2017

Cocktails at Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Last night, Hubby and I planned on a quick trip to Epcot to hear Air Supply during the Food and Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Concert Series.  But at the end of the day, we were both tired so decided on an alternative plan--cocktails at Walt Disney World's Wilderness Lodge


We started with cocktails in the Territory Lounge. It's a quaint lounge with comfortable seating (tables with leather chairs, wingback chairs, and small sofas) and friendly service. 


After looking at the menu, we decided to order the Neapolitan Pizza, and yummy, it did not disappoint! (The menu is limited as this is a lounge, not a restaurant, but as you can see there is a variety of options.) 



Then, we moved outside to Geyser Point Bar and Grill. It was my first time at this location (which opened about a year ago).  It is considered "quick service dining" but don't let that fool you.  There is an area where you can order food at a counter, but there is also a bar area with wait staff.  A limited menu is available in the bar area.  It was a beautiful night out, so we sat on the water while enjoying a second round of cocktails. 





We chose not to order another appetizer, but the menu looked tempting. 
(I saw a couple next to us enjoying the Brisket and it looked delish.)

We walked around the river for a few minutes before heading back home. It was a nice evening and the perfect location for a mid-week date night. 

What is your favorite spot for cocktails at Walt Disney World?

Monday, September 04, 2017

Disney Bound: Mickey Mouse Inspired Outfit

This is such a quick and easy Mickey Mouse (or perhaps Minnie Mouse) inspired outfit for a trip to Disney!



I found the Mickey Ears, Bracelet and Crossover bag on Etsy.com.
I found the yellow beaded necklace at Versona.
Add a black top and a pair of red shorts!

Of course, red lipstick is a must!

I love the app Color Pop on my phone!

Here is me with my pal Mickey Mouse at Magic Kingdom. 

Sunday, September 03, 2017

Nightmare Before Christmas (Halloween Merchandise 2017)



I was recently shopping at World of Disney at Disney Springs, and took a few pictures of the Halloween 2017 Disney Merchandise featuring "The Nightmare Before Christmas" to share with you. 







Saturday, September 02, 2017

A great alternative to a Disney Rain Poncho

How many times have you been in the parks at Walt Disney World and it started to rain? 
(It's Florida, it's going to happen.) 

I have tons of rain ponchos in my vehicle that I carry with me--some from Disney and some from the dollar store. Yes they work, but let's be real. So not attractive!

Well, I found a great alternative for you...and it costs basically the same ($19.90).  
Uniqlo at Disney Springs is offering three colors of Water Repellent jackets at this time! My pictures failed to get the details of the jacket but they are Mickey Mouse inspired.