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February 8

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February 8, 2001 – The Pacific Wharf Café Opens in Disney California Adventure

“Drop anchor and take a peaceful waterfront break with breads by Boudin, San Francisco’s world-famous artisanal bakery.”

On February 8, 2001, the counter-service restaurant Pacific Wharf Café opened in Disney California Adventure’s Pacific Wharf area. Guests are treated to California cuisine, such as Chinese Chicken Salad and Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl. Guests can also check out the Bakery Tour by the Boudin Bakery, a popular bakery from San Francisco.

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February 7

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February 7, 1927 – The Alice Comedy Alice at the Carnival is Released to Theaters

On February 7, 1927, the Alice Comedy Alice at the Carnival was released to theaters. It was the 43rd Alice Comedy released, and the 27th to feature second Alice actress Margie Gay. It has since been classified as a lost cartoon.

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February 6

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February 6, 2001 – The Restaurant Rancho del Zocalo Opens in Disneyland

“Round up all your amigos and head to the hacienda for classic Mexican cuisine on a bonita bougainvillea-shaded patio.”

On February 6, 2001, the Mexican restaurant Rancho del Zocalo opened in Disneyland’s Frontierland. It opened on the site of the former Casa Mexicana, and offered a menu with Mexican and barbecue courses. However, in 2004, the menu changed to an all-Mexican offering, featuring dishes such as Chilaquiles, Chile Verde, and Burrito Guadalajara.

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February 5

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February 5, 1996 – Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe Opens in Walt Disney World

“Feel free to celebrate Christmas any day at this Liberty Square shop selling Disney ornaments, stockings, toys and more.”

On February 5, 1996, Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe opened in Walt Disney World’s Liberty Square in Magic Kingdom Park. The store replaced the Olde World Antiques and the Silversmith, and features Christmas and Hanukkah decorations and ornaments with the Disney touch. There is also a small Christmas tree that is decorated by a chosen guest once a day.

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February 4

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February 4, 2017 – The Restaurant Paddlefish Opens in Disney Springs

“Board an iconic paddleboat anchored on Lake Buena Vista to feast on fresh seafood and savory steaks.”

On February 4, 2017, the contemporary seafood restaurant Paddlefish opened at The Landing in Disney Springs. It replaced the former Fulton’s Crab House (which itself was a replacement of the Empress Lilly riverboat). Keeping the former’s paddleboat motif, guests board the boat and are treated to a mix of traditional and innovative dishes ranging from a lobster roll, crab ceviche, and tableside lobster guacamole. The restaurant is also known for its build-your-own seafood boil, where they can choose from king crab, lobster, snow crab, clams and mussels, or gulf shrimp.

 

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February 3

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February 3, 1989 – New Versions of Disney Dollars are Released in Disney Parks

“May be used as legal tender only at Disneyland Park, Walt Disney World Resort and The Disney Stores.”

On February 3, 1989, updated versions of the $1 and $5 Disney Dollar bills were released into circulation within Disney Parks. The 1989 version of the $1 has Mickey Mouse waving to guests from the front, with Sleeping Beauty Castle featured on the backside; the $5 has Goofy looking proud on the front, with a representation of Walt Disney World’s parks (Epcot and Magic Kingdom at the time) on the back.

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February 2

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February 2, 1950 – Mickey and Minnie Mouse Star on Cover of Western Family Magazine

On February 2, 1950, the newest issue of Western Family Magazine was released, featuring a romantic image of Mickey and Minnie Mouse kissing through a giant valentine card. The magazine featured Mickey on the cover several times, including in a Thanksgiving-themed setting back in 1945. This 1950 issue was illustrated by Hank Porter, who came to the Disney Studios in 1936, working as a publicity artist, and is well-known today for his work in creating insignias for military units during World War II.

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February 1

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February 1, 1995 – The Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. Opens in Walt Disney World

On February 1, 1995, the Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. merchandise stop and arcade opened in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park, just at the exit of the popular Space Mountain attraction. The shop provides general merchandise, and was one of the first spots within Walt Disney World to provide personalized retail MagicBands, where guests could customize their MagicBands, or cell-phone cases with Disney-related designs.

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