Born from humble beginnings in Taiwan, Din Tai Fung has grown from a modest dumpling and noodle shop into an exceptional restaurant renowned worldwide for elevated flavors and warm hospitality. Their opening at Downtown Disney was much anticipated and a fabulous addition to the resort. During my visit earlier this month we dined in twice… Read More
I’m just back from an amazing week in Disneyland and have so much to share! I hope you were able to follow along on the fun on my Instagram. First things first, I was able to enjoy a soft opening of Disneyland’s Festival of the Holidays at California Adventure. This was my first West Coast… Read More
The media has been abuzz with announcements coming out of D23 – Disney’s fan convention. I am so excited to share the excitement here on the blog today. What makes me most thrilled is that these aren’t just blue sky announcements for some time, somewhere down the road. Rather, these are things Disney is building… Read More
UPDATED REVIEW HERE The Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is the premier hotel at the Disneyland resort. This was my sixth visit to the luxurious resort and our stay was simply wonderful. The elegant craftsman style hotel is the flagship of the Disneyland Resort, with premium accommodations, impeccable Disney service, a private entrance to Disney… Read More
Naples Ristorante e Bar is a popular choice in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney district. It’s steps away from the Grand Californian Hotel, and just a few minutes walk from the Disneyland Hotel. Twinkling chandeliers give the celestial atmosphere a warm and inviting glow, and the open concept kitchen is always bustling. The menu transports you straight… Read More
Plaza Inn in Disneyland Park is the iconic pink eatery at the end of Main Street USA. At Plaza Inn guests enjoy a buffet of home-style favorites in a lavish Victorian setting, one of the original landmarks of Disneyland Park. Drenched in dazzling décor, it’s no surprise that the Plaza Inn, which opened in 1955,… Read More
Lamplight Lounge is one of my favorite Disneyland dining establishments and a don’t-miss from trip to trip. Lamplight Lounge celebrates the creativity of Pixar animation over gastropub cuisine, signature cocktails and panoramic waterfront views. Reservations for the dining room are hard to come by, but we’ve always had luck with walk up dining on the… Read More