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Nightmare Before Christmas Dessert Board
This week, we created a dessert board with delicious treats inspired by Disney’s The Nightmare Before Christmas! Growing up, I absolutely loved The Nightmare Before Christmas, and I’m happy to say my kids have followed in my footsteps! It’s our tradition to watch the film every Halloween night after an evening of trick-or-treating. But no one in the family loves Jack Skellington more than my three-year-old. Spooky season or not, he loves dancing around the house to the soundtrack while pretending to be Jack. We’ve already done a Nightmare Before Christmas Themed Dinner, but my son was still a baby and missed out on the fun. So, this year I…
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Under Wraps: A Mummy Themed Dinner
We kicked off spooky season with a viewing of Disney’s Under Wraps accompanied by a mummy themed dinner! Released in 1997, Under Wraps was the first ever Disney Channel Original Movie. The story follows an Egyptian mummy who is brought back to life by a mystical amulet. He is discovered by three children who befriend him and give him the nickname, Harold. Crazy antics ensue while Harold attempts to navigate the modern world and reunite with his lost love. I think most Disney-loving 90s kids can agree – Under Wraps is one of the best Disney Channel Original Movies. So, it’s no surprise it’s the first original movie to be…
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Raya and the Last Dragon Themed Dinner
This week, we sampled Southeast Asian cuisine during our Raya and the Last Dragon themed dinner! Raya and the Last Dragon takes place in the fictional land of Kumandra. Once prosperous and protected by dragons, Kumandra falls into disarray when set upon by a plague known as the Druun. The land is broken into five warring factions where the people mistrust and betray one another. In order to defeat the Druun, Raya journeys to find the fabled last dragon and reunite Kumandra once again. Although Kumandra is a fictional land, the culture depicted is influenced by several Southeast Asian countries. This is particularly true with the food! The menu for…
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Pros and Cons of Disney’s Memory Maker
We’re covering the pros and cons of Disney’s Memory Maker package to determine if this service is worth the investment for your next Disney vacation! Memory Maker refers to the collection of PhotoPass photos captured of your group at various locations, attractions, and character spots throughout Walt Disney World. Many guests debate whether Memory Maker is worth the hefty price tag. So today, we’re covering the pros and cons of Memory Maker, so you can make the best decision for your vacation! What is Memory Maker? Disney’s PhotoPass photographers are located throughout the parks to take photos of your travel party enjoying your vacation. All you have to do is…
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SpongeBob SquarePants Birthday Party Theme
This week, we celebrated my daughter’s 8th birthday with a SpongeBob SquarePants party theme! My kids are big SpongeBob fans. It all started with my oldest, who is now 16 – if you can believe it! She adored the cartoon growing up, so for her 3rd birthday I made her a SpongeBob cake. Little did I know then, but that would be the start of many themed dinners. Since my oldest passed on her love of SpongeBob to her younger siblings, I thought it would be fun to revisit the theme for my younger daughter’s 8th birthday party. Her SpongeBob birthday party featured DIY decorations, party games, and food and…
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Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Recipes to Make at Home
National Star Wars Day is right around the corner! And one of our favorite ways to celebrate is by preparing a Star Wars themed meal at home. So, this week I’m sharing how you can make popular recipes from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge right in your own kitchen! Located at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Galaxy’s Edge is every Star Wars fan’s dream come true. This themed area allows visitors to fully immerse themselves in Star Wars stories. And one of my favorite things about this land is the unique food and drink offerings! If you’re planning a trip to Galaxy’s Edge, be sure to check out our Galaxy’s Edge Foodie Guide!…
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Aladdin Themed Dinner
This week, our family set off on a magic carpet ride while enjoying an Aladdin themed dinner! Aladdin was the first Disney movie I remember seeing in a theater, and a childhood staple growing up. I’ve been wanting to do an Aladdin themed dinner for so long, but I’ve held off because I wanted to make sure to get it just right. Well, this week I finally put in the work and completed all my research and planning. And now, I’m thrilled to share our Aladdin themed dinner! Our menu was inspired by the film’s setting in Agrabah. Despite Agrabah being a fictional city, we know it’s somewhere in the…
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The Emperor’s New Groove Themed Dinner
This week, we enjoyed a special dinner themed to The Emperor’s New Groove! In this Disney comedy, arrogant Emperor Kuzco is transformed into a llama by his devious advisor, Yzma, in her attempt to usurp the throne. Lost and alone in the jungle, Kuzco is forced to team up with a kind peasant named Pacha to reclaim his throne. The Emperor’s New Groove is one of my favorite Disney films. When it first came out, I was at an age where I thought I was too cool for Disney (shocking, I know!). I eventually ended up watching it with extended family, and I couldn’t stop laughing! The cast of…
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Planning For Disney On Ice – Everything You Need to Know!
This week, we’re covering everything you need to know before attending Disney On Ice! World-class figure skating combines with Disney showmanship to bring you this family-friendly performance. During Disney On Ice, expect to see incredible tricks and stunts delivered by beloved characters from popular Disney films. Disney On Ice is the perfect way to get a dose of Disney in between theme park visits! The kids love seeing their favorite characters performing to their favorite songs. And while there, you feel surrounded by Disney magic – just like at the theme parks! We’ve attending several Disney On Ice performances in the past, and the whole family has always had a…
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Dumbo Themed Dinner
This week, we partied under the big top with a Dumbo themed dinner! Dumbo has been capturing the hearts of audiences for over 80 years. The film is the fourth feature in Disney Animated Canon, and a personal favorite of Walt Disney. Dumbo even has his own high-flying attraction in Disney theme parks across the globe! The inspiration for our Dumbo themed dinner came from a lucky find I came across on Marketplace. Someone in our area was giving away a circus play tent, and I knew we had to have it! Not only would this tent provide hours of fun for the kids, but it would also be the…
