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Frozen Themed Dinner
The cold, dark winter days of January are here, so I decided to brighten things up with a Frozen Themed Dinner! What better movie to enjoy while the average temp outside is 10 below zero? And coincidentally, we found ourselves in the middle of a winter storm the day of our dinner party. The cold may never bother Elsa, but it sure is affecting me! The menu I created for our Frozen Themed Dinner was influenced by some fun food references in the film. And because Frozen is set in Norway, I also took inspiration from traditional Norwegian cuisine. Incorporating these Norwegian dishes on our menu was a great opportunity…
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How the Grinch Stole Christmas Themed Dinner and Movie
For our final Christmas Themed Dinner, we enjoyed a Who-feast while viewing How the Grinch Stole Christmas. This classic Christmas tale focuses on a mean-spirited grouch who HATES Christmas and his neighboring merrymakers, the Whos. In his attempt to steal Christmas and end it once and for all, the Grinch learns a valuable lesson: Christmas isn’t about material things; it’s a joyous feeling in your heart when you care for others. The menu I created for our Grinch Themed Dinner can be enjoyed during a reading of the beloved Dr. Seuss story, a viewing of the classic animated film, or during your favorite Grinch adaptation! In our household, our favorite…
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Home Alone Themed Dinner
This week’s themed dinner was inspired by the classic Christmas film – Home Alone! Mistakenly left alone while his family traveled to Paris for the holidays, 8-year-old Kevin finds creative ways to fend for himself in their absence. To make matters worse, Kevin must face off against two burglars in a showdown to protect his home. We love watching this movie during Christmastime and enjoy lots of laughs as we quote our favorite scenes. There are several food references throughout the film, which made it a lot of fun creating this Home Alone Dinner menu. Read on, to see how we ate like unsupervised 8-year-olds while enjoying this holiday classic!…
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Top 10 Walt Disney World Resorts to Visit During Christmas
Walt Disney World goes all out when decking the halls for Christmas, and the Disney resorts are no exception! Massive Christmas trees, intricate gingerbread displays, brightly colored lights and exquisitely themed ornaments are just a few of the festive sights guests can enjoy during their holiday visit. With so many gorgeous Christmas offerings at each of the Disney resorts, many guests plan a day to simply resort hop to take in these amazing displays. If you are looking forward to a Christmas Disney trip, be sure to check out the festive cheer at these Top 10 Disney Resorts! 10. Polynesian Resort You’ll be saying Mele Kalikimaka when you visit the…
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Disney Christmas Crafts to Make For Friends and Family
It’s the holiday season, and what better way to get in the spirit than with some festive Disney Christmas Crafts? We’ve rounded up some of the jolliest crafts and DIYs to add a little Disney magic to your holidays. Whether you are looking to spruce up your holiday décor or make gifts for loved ones – we’ve got the Disney Christmas Crafts for you! Try one of these Disney advent calendar crafts to give your family a little dose of Disney during the countdown to Christmas. You can fill them with small goodies, Disney pins, snippets of Disney trivia, or even a Disney movie selection to enjoy that evening! Disney-Inspired…
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Christmas Treat Recipes From the Disney Parks
This week, I am sharing some sweet Christmas Treat Recipes from the Disney Parks! I look forward to making Christmas treats for friends and family over the holidays, and these Disney recipes have me especially excited this year. I always say, adding a little Disney magic to your holidays makes them extra fun. And making these Disney Christmas treat recipes is the perfect way to do it! These recipes hail from Walt Disney World, Disney California Adventure Park, and Disney Cruise Line! Which Disney Christmas Treat Recipes will YOU be preparing for the holidays? Double Chocolate Yule Log – Very Merrytime Cruise (Disney Cruise Line) Nothing says “festive” like a…
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Thanksgiving Recipes from the Disney Parks
This week, I am sharing some recipes from the Disney Parks you can prepare for your Thanksgiving dinner! It’s always fun to add a little Disney magic to your holidays, and Thanksgiving no exception! For this reason, I’ve rounded up this selection of recipes to add a fun Disney spin to your traditional Thanksgiving spread. These Thanksgiving recipes hail from Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney Cruise Line. They are sure to be a hit on your Thanksgiving table! Pumpkin Soup – Sunshine Seasons (EPCOT) To start off your Thanksgiving dinner, try preparing this Pumpkin Soup recipe from Sunshine Seasons. This creamy soup is made with pumpkin, acorn…
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Coco Themed Dinner
This week, we prepared traditional Mexican dishes for our Coco Themed Dinner in honor of the Mexican holiday, Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead. Dia de los Muertos plays a central role in the movie, Coco. It is a traditional Mexican holiday in which people gather to remember, celebrate, and connect with the spirits of their loved ones who have passed. It is a beautiful tradition in Mexican culture, and I feel Coco does a great job of representing the holiday. I had two goals in mind with our Coco Themed Dinner. First, I wanted to expose the kids to Mexican cuisine they had not experienced…
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EPCOT Avocado Margarita Recipe
This week, I’m sharing my copycat recipe for the famous EPCOT Avocado Margarita! EPCOT’s Avocado Margarita can be found at La Cava del Tequila, a small tequila bar located within the Mexico Pavilion pyramid. This concoction is a favorite among parkgoers challenging themselves to “Drink Around the World” in World Showcase. (Check out our Eating and Drinking Around the World adventure HERE!) Using my past bartending knowledge, I challenged myself to come up with my own recipe for EPCOTs’ Avocado Margarita to enjoy during our Coco Themed Dinner. (Check out our tribute to Coco and Dia de los Muertos HERE!) *This post contains affiliate links. This means, by clicking through…
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Crockpot Pumpkin, Sausage, and Apple Stew
This Crockpot Pumpkin, Sausage, and Apple Stew is one of my favorite recipes to make this time of year. It incorporates some of the best flavors of fall, and it’s a great way to warm up as the weather gets colder. I also love that this stew comes together in the crockpot, making preparation a breeze on busy days. You can even combine your ingredients in the crockpot the night before, store in the refrigerator, and turn on the heat when you’re ready to get cooking! I created this Crockpot Pumpkin, Sausage, and Apple Stew to serve at our annual Hocus Pocus Viewing Party. You can check out our themed…
