Author: Tony Spittell

  • World of Color Merchandise Available

    For many Disney fans, there is only one thing as exciting as visiting the parks.  That is the other entertainment option many of us like to experience, buying Disney merchandise.  Now that World of Color is officially open at Disney California Adventure in Anaheim, the official merchandise is available as well.  There are other items…

  • Culinary Quest: Breakfast at Downtown Disney’s Catal

    As our culinary quest continued, it was time to try out some breakfast places. When I say breakfast at Disneyland, many people think of the Character Meals found in the park and at the hotels, the always popular Carnation Cafe, or the Blue Ribbon Bakery on Main Street. Those places are tried and true, but…

  • Culinary Quest: A Rose by Any Other Name…

    My wife and I recently celebrated our anniversary by visiting Napa Rose at the Grand Californian Hotel at the Disneyland Resort. This was simply one of the greatest dining experiences we have ever had. I use the word experience purposefully. Dining at the chef’s counter at Napa Rose was a complete experience. If you are…

  • Culinary Quest – Plaza Inn: The Good, the Bad, and the Friendly

    My latest stop on the Culinary Quest landed us at the traditional Disneyland dining staple of the Plaza Inn.  Other restaurants and menus may come and go, but Plaza Inn on Main Street U.S.A. remains a favorite of many.  Plaza Inn used to be a constant in the dining rotation of my family and I,…

  • Culinary Quest: A Tale of Two Mexican Restaurants

    On a recent visit to Disney’s California Adventure, our Culinary Quest led us to Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill in the Pacific Wharf section of the park.  It offers the usual Mexican items such as burritos, tacos, and tostada salads.  Now, the title says a tale of TWO Mexican Restaurants.  What happened?  You’ll have to read…

  • A Visit to The Walt Disney Family Museum

    On October 1st, 2009, the Walt Disney Family Museum opened its doors in San Francisco, California. My family was privileged to visit it recently.

  • Culinary Quest: Troubadour Tavern at Disneyland

    On our constant quest to discover new food experiences at Disneyland, my family and I tried out the newly reimagined Troubadour Tavern. Previously known as the Enchanted Cottage, the new Troubadour Tavern is neither a troubadour nor a tavern…discuss.