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Toy Story in the Parks!

Wanna join the Roundup Gang or blast off to infinity and beyond? Here’s where you can find Buzz, Woody and all their friends at Disney parks around the world! Walt Disney World, Orlando Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios- including character meet ‘n’greets, Slinky Dog Dash, Toy Story Mania, Woody’s Lunchbox and Alien SwirlingContinue reading “Toy Story in the Parks!”

Toy Story Villains

Today on Popcorn & Princesses, things are getting a little bit dark… We’re diving into the world of Toy Story villains! While there are a few extra evil side characters (such as Al of Al’s Toy Barn fame), for the purposes of today I’m going to look at the four main villains of the films: Continue reading “Toy Story Villains”

Jessie and Buzz Lightyear Cookies

For today’s snack post, I made some Toy Story themed sugar cookies! These were a bit of a challenge, as I am not the greatest in the decorating department! I started with a basic sugar cookie recipe from Sally’s Baking Addiction. This was a really great recipe that I would definitely use again, very easyContinue reading “Jessie and Buzz Lightyear Cookies”

Jessie Character Close Up!

Jessie the cowgirl was first introduced to us in Pixar’s 1999 film, Toy Story 2, where it’s discovered that Woody is actually part of an old tv show- Woody’s Roundup. Jessie and Bullseye, a horse, are introduced as his co-stars on the show and part of his ‘Roundup Gang’. One thing that I think ToyContinue reading “Jessie Character Close Up!”

Toy Story Alien Popcorn

We are eternally grateful… for this popcorn! How cute is this popcorn?! The aliens in the Toy Story films are so adorable, and fun, when I found this recipe by A New Dawn, I just had to try it! The majority of the recipe is super easy and straightforward, all you need is popcorn, limeContinue reading “Toy Story Alien Popcorn”

Adventures in Toy Story Land

Last November was my first time back to Disney World since my program ended in 2015. It was also my first time experiencing the new Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! This was a land I was so excited to visit, I had read so much about it in the lead up to theContinue reading “Adventures in Toy Story Land”

My Thoughts on the Toy Story Franchise

It’s no secret that Pixar’s Toy Story films are key players in achieving the studio’s immense success. The first film was not only their introduction to the world, it was the first ever film to be completely computer animated. If you’re interested in the history of Pixar, Disney+ has an absolutely fascinating documentary called TheContinue reading “My Thoughts on the Toy Story Franchise”

Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwich

As a finale for Cinderella month, I thought I’d make a snack post that crosses over with next month’s theme! While Gus Gus would love this grilled three-cheese sandwich, it’s actually a recipe from Woody’s Lunchbox in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney shared the recipe with us on their Disney Parks blog last month, and IContinue reading “Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwich”