Restaurant Changes on Main Street, U.S.A.,at Disneyland Park:

We love it when our favorite spots expand,and there are some big changes coming for Main Street, U.S.A.,in 2012. Here's what you can look for:

The Blue Ribbon Bakery is moving and getting a new name:Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe, from the "Mary Poppins" song, "Oh, it's a jolly holiday with Mary..."The bakery moves to the Plaza Pavilion (at the top of Main Street, U.S.A.) with plans to open in early January. In addition to the bakery and espresso offerings, the new menu has some delicious new tastes, such as an Angus roast beef salad with blue cheese, a Caprese sandwich with tomatoes, Buffalo mozzarella, basil, butter lettuce and garlic aioli on toasted focaccia bread, and a classic pastrami reuben on rye.

Carnation Cafe is expanding with more indoor seating- the Blue Ribbon Bakery move is part of that expansion plan, as Carnation Cafe spreads out to take over the space and offer more air-conditioned seating. Work starts in January, and they'll have a new menu that will showcase longtime favorities (and we've heard it inculdes milkshakes).

Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor is getting a little makeover, too, and adding root beer, Coca-Cola and orange cream floats to the menu. And the block makeover wraps up at Resfreshment Corner-construction starts early next year.


Disenyland will never be complete...Dr Lee

Thanksgiving at the Disneyland Resort:

Drumsticks,stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravey-we're already dreaming of a delicious Thanksgiving dinner without turning on the stove. And Disneyland Resort has more than a dozen spots for turkey day.
"A Disney Family Thanksgiving Feast" is a cornucopia of delectable tastes, served from noon to 6p.m. on Thursday, Nov.24,2011 in the Grand Ballroom of the Disneyland Hotel. The ballroom will be transformed for the harvest, with Chip & Dale and other Disney friends joining the fun-don't forget your camera!!

From roast breast of turkey and prime rib to stuffing,sweet potato souffle,fresh cranberry orange relish and smashed potatoes and gravy, you'll be transported to your mom's table. Add fancy fresh salads, artisan cheeses,smoked salmon and poached shrimp, and you've got something for everyone. Save room for pumpkin and pecan pies,tarts,cookies and other sweet endings.

Kids get their own buffet with favorites such as pizza,mac and cheese,chicken and fresh corn.

Cost is $71.99 ages 10 and up, $20.99 ages 3 to 9, free under 3 (tax and gratuity extra). Four-hour complimentary parking included ($6 per hour after four hours).

In the parks, there's everything from turkey and trimming at Ariel's Grotto, Wine Country Trattoria and Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill at Disney California Adventure park to traditional goodies at Cafe Orleans, French Market, Carnation Cafe,Plaza Inn and Blue Bayou in Disneyland park.

In the resorts,head to Steakhouse 55 or Goofy's Kitchen at Disneyland Hotel, Napa Rose and Storyteller's Cafe at Disney's grand Californian Hotel and Spa, and Disney's PCH Grill at Disney's Paradise Pier Hoyel.Guests love the roasted butternut squash soup with creme fraiche at Steakhouse 55.

I am full just typing this,yummy...Dr Lee

Snow White's house for sale:

The home of Adriana Caselotti, the voice of Snow White from Walt Disney's first half full-length animated feature film "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," is for sale.

Caselotti designed and built the Larchmont Village home where she and her husband J. Dana Costigan lived. The Los Angeles community is near the Wilshire Country Club.

The home was built in 1976 and is now on the market for $995,000. It was originally put on the market nearly a year ago at $1.5 million, according to Kirk Gerou of Prudential Realty.

Gerou said he took over the listing two months ago and the price was reduced.

The two bedroom home is built primarily of cedar wood and has a definite Asian influence outside, including a wishing well in the Japanese Tea Garden styled exterior.

A tropical themed painting by Disney artist R. Mitchell is inside the living room and will stay with the house.

The classic film came out in 1938. Caselotti died in 1997. Gerou said her heirs decided to sell the house.


A part of disney history...Dr Lee

Holidays at the Disneyland Resort begins November 14,2011..

Now that all the ghosts and ghouls are heading back inside the Haunted Mansion, it's time to get ready for Holidays at the Disneyland Resort!!
From November 14 thru January 8,2012 the Disneyland Resort transforms into a winter wonderland, with twinkling lights, fireworks and even snow!! Here's a peek at some of the holiday festivtites we're getting ready for this year.

Mickey's Toontown will debut an 18-foot cartoon-style Christmas tree in front of Toontown City Hall, and Mickey and Minnie Mouse will each have their own Christmas trees at their homes.

At The Disney Gallery on Main Street,U.S.A., "All Aboard for A Grand Circle Tour of the Trains of Disney!" will display vintage and new art celebrating Walt Disney's love of trains.

In Disney California Adventure Park, a holiday addition to the "World of Color" nightime water spectacular will feature Lanny and Wayne, Santa's techno-savvy elves from the "Prep & Landing" holiday specials.

Phineas and Ferb will be throwing a rockin', rollin' holiday party on the streets of Disney California Adventure Park, inviting guests to join the fun.

Along with all the new and exciting touches, guests favorites like "A Christmas Fantasy" parade, the nightly snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A., "it's a small world"Holiday, Haunted Mansion Holiday and Sleeping Beauty's Winter Castle will also be returning this year.


Love Chistmas at The Disneyland Resort...Dr lee P.S. Happy Holidays

Vault 28 celebrates 5-year anniversary:

Since opening on Nov.12,2006, Disney Vault 28 in the Downtown Disney District has offered shoppers a wide variety of trendy clothing and gifts- with an upscale Disney edge. The "28" in the name of the contemporary style boutique gives a nod to 1928, when Mickey Mouse first came to life. The eclectic store is themed as an abandoned bank that was converted into a boutique. It features an ever-changing mix of clothing and accessories for men and women as well as a select range of gifts and home accessory items.


Like shopping at the Downtown Disney District...Dr Lee

Guide books:

When visiting the Disneyland Resort and if you are not flunt in English, no worries. Here at the Disneyland Resort, guide books come in different languages.

1...Deutsch * German

2...Portugues * Portuguese

3...Espanol * Spanish

4...Chinese

5...Francais * French

6...Japanese

7...Korean

8...Italiano * Italian

9...and of course, English.

So were ever you call home, your stay at the Disneyland Resort will make memories for a life time. From the start of your day and throughout all that you decide to see,ride,explore,smell,taste,drink,share with those with you,"Your Guide Book" will inform you about all that is there for you to enjoy.
However, if at any time you need something, stop any Cast Member you happen to see and ask them for more information. Remember, City Hall is located on Main Street U.S.A. and is always ready to assist our Guests.

Bar is open...Dr Lee retired, June 20, 2007 5:30 p.m. age 55th birthday