Memes


Disney memes are so fun.  Lissa is good to send us some from time to time.  Here are a few of the best ones:






Shifting gears, here, let's talk about Downtown Disney.  They have a place called Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes. The burgers are gourmet. The shakes are #Instaworthy. They are not cheap! the price of one gets you two or three somewhere else, but nobody is ever surprised at the prices.  Everything Disney is expensive. The surprise might be with the Disney workers who are shocked to see that regular people like us would pay that much money for a burger!



Okay, let's shift gears once again.  Beignet time!  Let's see: sweetened dough that is deep fried?  Yes, please!


Disneyland's beignets are a beloved, powdered-sugar-covered treat that brings a taste of New Orleans to the park. Here's a breakdown of what makes them special:

  1. Ingredients and Base: Beignets are deep-fried pastries made from a simple dough of flour, sugar, yeast, and milk. After frying, they are generously dusted with powdered sugar, giving them their classic sweet, airy texture.


  2. Varieties and Flavors: While the classic beignets are plain with powdered sugar, Disneyland also offers seasonal varieties throughout the year. These might include flavors like pumpkin spice during Halloween or peppermint during the holiday season, which come with flavored powdered sugar or fillings to match the season.


  3. Location and Availability: The most popular place to find Disneyland’s beignets is at Café Orleans and the Mint Julep Bar, both located in New Orleans Square. The Mint Julep Bar is especially known for its fresh, warm, Mickey-shaped beignets that add an extra layer of Disney magic to the experience.


  4. Presentation: Beignets are served fresh from the fryer in small paper bags or baskets. The classic Mickey-shaped beignets are often served in orders of 3 or 6, making them perfect for sharing with friends or family. The bag they come in allows guests to shake them up, coating the beignets more evenly with powdered sugar.


  5. Taste and Texture: The texture of Disneyland’s beignets is light and fluffy on the inside, with a slightly crispy exterior. The powdered sugar adds a delightful sweetness that complements the dough. Seasonal versions often have subtle flavor enhancements that still keep the texture light and airy.

  6. Dipping Options: While beignets are typically served plain, Café Orleans sometimes offers dipping sauces such as raspberry or chocolate, adding an extra layer of sweetness and customization to the experience.

  7. Portion Size and Serving: Beignets are generally served in sets of 3 or 6, depending on where they are purchased. Guests often enjoy sharing these treats, but the smaller portions make them manageable for an individual snack as well.

  8. Price Range: The price for a serving of beignets typically ranges from $5 to $10, depending on the portion size and location. Seasonal varieties or those served with sauces may be priced slightly higher.

  9. Nutritional Information: Beignets are a rich, indulgent treat, high in sugar and fat due to the frying process and powdered sugar. They are best enjoyed as an occasional treat during a visit to the park.

  10. Popularity and Reviews: Disneyland’s beignets are a must-try snack, especially for those visiting New Orleans Square. They are a fan favorite for their delicious taste and fun presentation, with guests often praising the Mickey-shaped version as a magical Disney twist on a classic New Orleans dessert.

Beignets at Disneyland are a perfect blend of classic pastry and Disney charm, offering guests a sweet, warm treat that’s both nostalgic and uniquely tied to the park’s New Orleans Square.

We need more pictures of us eating beignets.  And we need to eat more beignets.  Let's eat some when we go in November.


Here's the long story:

The Wild Ride

Once aboard, the train chugged up the first incline, and the familiar rumble of Big Thunder Mountain filled the air. As they crested the hill, the ride took off with a burst of speed, sending them twisting and turning through tunnels and over ridges.

When they approached the infamous goat perched on the hill, Mandy visibly tensed.

"Not the goat!" she shouted, squeezing Steve’s arm. "Last time, it scared me so bad I almost jumped out of the train!"

Sure enough, as they zipped past the goat, it gave Mandy its wide-eyed stare.

"Still creepy!" Mandy yelled, laughing as she held on for dear life.

"Don’t worry," Steve called over the roar of the ride, "Goats can’t get you if you don’t make eye contact!"

The rest of the ride was a blur of speed, screams, and laughter. As they whizzed through the final stretch, the families were having the time of their lives.








Beignets gpt

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

"Flash" Mountain

Image
When they first put in Splash Mountain back in 1989 the camera near the top of the big drop was a new and novel idea.  It didn't take long for people to start doing weird things for the camera.  It also didn't take long for people to start doing things like flipping the bird.  One thing that some people did was "flash" the camera.  Now, this started to happen enough that the ride earned the nickname Flash Mountain AND a Disney employee was assigned to review the pictures before they were posted on the TV screens.  The job was to delete any of the pictures with inappropriate images.  Today, Disney has a software program that does the filtering.  Now, I'm not saying Lissa is doing anything inappropriate here (and Disney agrees because they let the picture through) but what the heck is she doing?
Read more

Driving, Day 2

Image
Today we drive from St. George to Disneyland. Here is the long story, in its entirety. You can read this to pass the time as we drive along today: Family Disneyland Chaos Trip It was a sunny Saturday morning when four families from Utah embarked on an epic journey to the happiest place on Earth: Disneyland. The first stop? St. George, a desert oasis where they would all rendezvous and spend the night before continuing to Anaheim. Each family had a unique adventure on the long drive to St. George, filled with laughter, chaos, and more than a few bathroom breaks. The Christensen Family from Orem Steve and Mandy Christensen packed their minivan with military precision, fitting luggage, snacks, and their four children, Jenna, Zac, Trevor, and Gage, like Tetris pieces. The drive from Orem to St. George was set to be around four hours, but with kids, it felt like planning for a cross-country trek. "Are we there yet?" Gage asked, ten minutes into the drive. "No, buddy, ...
Read more

Universal Studios

Image
Remember that time we went to Universal Studios? That was fun. We rode the Mario ride, which was a let down.  How is it that the line for the ride was better than the actual ride? Mario Land was really cool.  I thought it was fun to see all of the different stuff from the Mario video games. I also liked that the music in the bathroom was from the underwater worlds of the original Super Mario Bros game. It's funny, though, because I don't feel that draw to Universal Studios like I feel it for Disneyland. When we went in the late 80s/early 90s that shark was so cool. This time around the "CGI" had definitely aged. Here's more of the long story: Friendly Faces The people inside the park seemed kinder, too. Smiles and waves were exchanged with strangers, and cast members were everywhere, ready to assist with anything. "I swear, everyone here is just happier," Lissa remarked. "Must be the magic of Disney." "Either that, or they’re all in ...
Read more