AUTHOR: Tom Bell
Trying Holiday Treats for Breakfast in Disneyland Park
I am not a big fan of the breakfast served in the Parks at the Disneyland Resort, so typically I will either eat at my hotel or just grab a pastry at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe to enjoy while I watch the throngs of tourists enter Disneyland in the morning. This particular morning, however, I … Trying Holiday Treats for Breakfast in Disneyland Park
A Look INSIDE the Sheraton Park Hotel, A Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel
Recently, I had a chance to stay at the Sheraton Park Hotel near the Anaheim Convention Center, and just down the street from the Disneyland Resort. The location makes it convenient for guests splitting their time between a convention and time in the theme parks. The Disneyland Resort is surrounded by locally owned and chain … A Look INSIDE the Sheraton Park Hotel, A Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel
Barbecue Is Back at Disneyland and It’s Surprisingly Good
Since Big Thunder Ranch Barbecue disappeared from the landscape of Disneyland Park several years ago, fans have mourned its loss. Despite the loss coming for a greater good…Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge…there was still an empty space in the stomach of Disneyland visitors that only good barbecue could fill. Since big changes were coming to Critter … Barbecue Is Back at Disneyland and It’s Surprisingly Good
Is BREAKFAST at Red Rose Taverne in Disneyland Worth Waking Up For?
I was traveling with a friend to the Disneyland Resort and we decided we wanted something a little different for breakfast. With its French-inspired menu, Red Rose Taverne in Disneyland Park’s Fantasyland fit that bill…at least on paper. Mobile order was too far out and the line didn’t seem long, so we headed inside to … Is BREAKFAST at Red Rose Taverne in Disneyland Worth Waking Up For?
A TOUR of the Portofino Inn & Suites, A Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel
Recently, I had a chance to spend the weekend at the Portofino Inn & Suites, just south of the Disneyland Resort. The 190-room recently renovated hotel is sandwiched among the hotels on the southwest corner of Harbor & Katella that serve the dual purpose, hosting both convention AND theme park guests. The Disneyland Resort is … A TOUR of the Portofino Inn & Suites, A Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel
A LUNCH Time Tour of San Fransokyo Square at California Adventure
While visiting Disney California Adventure recently, a friend and I decided to check out some of the food options in San Fransokyo Square and ended up enjoying a nice variety of flavors. The area, which was formerly the home to the Pacific Wharf, features three unique counter service locations and a large shared seating area. … A LUNCH Time Tour of San Fransokyo Square at California Adventure
A LOOK at the Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia in California Adventure
Recently, I had a chance to enjoy The Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia Celebrate the Musical World of Coco, which is being presented several times a day in Disney California Adventure through at least November 1st. You can catch the 15-minute show just outside the main entrance to Plaza de la Familia (or Paradise … A LOOK at the Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia in California Adventure
A Festive LUNCH at Plaza de la Familia in California Adventure
Recently, I had a chance to enjoy lunch at Paradise Garden Grill in Disney California Adventure during the Plaza de la Familia celebration that honors Dia de los Muertos. The original Paradise Garden Grill menu, with its Mediterranean-inspired fare, was one of favorite meals in the parks. Currently, the counter service location has a rotating … A Festive LUNCH at Plaza de la Familia in California Adventure
A TASTE of the Candy Cane Inn, A Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel
The Candy Cane Inn has always been a fan favorite, so I was excited to take a look at the property following its lengthy post-COVID renovations. The 171-room property reopened in January 2023 with a new brighter look, but some of the same fan-favorite amenities. The Disneyland Resort is surrounded by locally owned and chain … A TASTE of the Candy Cane Inn, A Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel
TRYING Halloween Treats at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe in Disneyland
It’s Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort and one of the things that means is that the bakers, candy makers, and chefs have full reign to come up with some fun treats for the season. Recently, I ran into my friend and former podcasting buddy, Louella Laureola, and we decided that we would sacrifice our … TRYING Halloween Treats at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe in Disneyland