Listen: Snow White Gets Remixed

I came across this song while listening to one of my indie playlists. I thought it was just another dance remix, but imagine my surprise when I listened to the words...

(Let's Hear it for the Boys)

We've seen multiple instances of our favorite Disney Princesses as cover girls, and now, their heroic better halves are getting a turn. Take a look at these magazine covers, created by Petite Tiara. Each is more swoon-worthy than the last.

Best headline: "How to Deal with Crazy Sister-In-Laws"

How many of you knew that Snow White's Prince Charming was named Ferdinand? 

The always-handsome Prince Eric looks uber-cool on the cover of Men's Journal

I find Prince Philip to look a bit on the femmy side. Thoughts?

Pocahontas' man looks ruggedly handsome of the cover of Details

Could Aladdin be a candidate for Time's Person of the Year?

Perhaps the coolest of all the covers, The Beast shows his split personality on National Geographic

My personal favorite, the handsome Prince Naveen shines on the cover of Best Life. Jazz music!

To see more and to check out Petite Tiara's blog, visit petitetiaras.tumblr.


Happy Swooning!

(The Cover Girls Are Back)

The Disney princesses are at it again and this time they're covering a range of popular magazines, from Cosmo to Vogue. While I don't find the cover shots quite as creative as ones past, what I really like about these particular ones are the details on the cover. Check out the story titles on the cover as well as the lead stories (Rajah gave me rabies?!) One thing is for sure - I don't believe there's any way that a copy of Vogue costs only $3! I also love the fact that my girl Tiana was included :) Enjoy!

Happy Reading!

(Happy Thanksgiving)

Today, we embark on our trip home to New York to spend time with family for the Thanksgiving holiday. The drive is sure to be stressful as millions of Americans make their way along the crowded highways to be with their families, too. I see a few arguments in my future, as the inevitable traffic jams coupled with the long-as-it-is drive prove difficult for J and I to keep our cool. But through all of the stress and pressure, not just for today's drive but in every day life, we must remember that we are rich with blessings. While the holiday may be just a prelude to Christmas for many, it truly is a day to take the time and think about what we are thankful for. Times are difficult for many (unemployment, among other travesties), but remember that no matter how bad you think you have it, someone is always worse off than you. So take the time to tell your family that you love them, kiss your husbands and wives no matter how they drive you crazy, and give your pets a special treat (turkey, perhaps?). Take a break from the daily stresses and warm yourself in the company of loved ones (and hopefully lots of food and wine). And please, don't be that guy who goes to Target at 10pm Thanksgiving night. Don't even get me started on that one.


Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours,

(Holiday Gifts for the Disney Fashionista)

Thanksgiving hasn't quite passed yet, but the shop windows are decked out in their holiday finest, and everywhere you look there are signs of Christmas. There's no trying to stop it - the time for holiday shopping is definitely upon us. Thankfully, there are a lot of fantastic options out there (I have my eye on a very specific pair of shoes, hint hint), and retailers are making our shopping very easy this year. If you have a Disney fashionista in your family, you're in luck. There are numerous on-trend ways to show your Disney pride - we have brands like Disney Couture and Swarovski to thank for that! Take a look at my picks for your Disney Fashionista, and you're sure to make this a Christmas she'll never forget!

1. Disney Couture Minnie Bow Ring | 2. It's a Small World Powder Room Case | 3. Crop Sublimation Mickey Tee | 4. Disney by Patterson J Kincaid Sweatshirt | 5. Disney Couture Minnie Hair Pin | 6. It's a Small World FEED Tote | 7. Pixie Dust Body Mist | 8. Disney by Patterson J Kincaid Snow White Tank | 9. Disney Couture Swarovski Ears Necklace | 10. Cinderella Castle iPhone4 Cover | 11. Bow Icon Minnie Mouse Tee | 12. Disney Couture Wonderland Through the Keyhole Necklace | 13. Silver Initial Mickey Mouse Necklace | 14. Swarovski Minnie Heart Pierced Earrings | 15. Dooney & Bourke Disney Sketch Crossbody Bag | 16. Mickey & Minnie Hipster Panty | 17. Disney by Patterson J Kincaid Mickey Pullover | 18. Alice in Wonderland Cheshire Cat Watch | 19. Disney Villain Fashion Tee | 20. Disney Couture Minnie Bead Necklace | 21. Disney Couture Heart Stone Earrings

Happy Shopping!

(Sick Days...)

For the third time in a span of three months, I have managed to get sick again. This time, I think it's the flu. Lately, my colds have packed more punch in a small amount of time - I'm hoping that this one goes away soon. In the meantime, I will practice a favorite sick day tradition: watching Winnie the Pooh. I'm not sure why or when it started, but I instantly reach for the classic movie when I'm feeling under the weather.

 And the rain rain rain came down down down....(my favorite scene!)

After that, I'll probably reach for all four Shrek movies, which is a regular practice of mine; sick or not. Do you have a sick day practice that helps to ease your cold? I want to hear about it!

Happy sick day,

(Disney Princesses in Real Life)

Idolizing the Disney Princesses as kids, we all had the opinion that they were other-worldly beautiful. Now, Arts University College at Bournemouth Jirka Väätäinen has made them real. Take a look at the graphic renderings that Jirka did of our favorite Disney females.

A youthful Ariel really does look like she's 16!

Aurora is supermodel gorgeous!

Belle looks to have a bit more attitude than typical of the heroine.

One of my favorite Disney females, Esmerelda is gorgeous.

Jasmine looks a bit like Kim Kardashian, no?

Meg looks...a bit intoxicated. Still beautiful, though!

Mulan's youthful face is spot-on!

Pocohontas' strong features are breathtaking.

Ursula was based on actor/drag queen, Divine. See a resemblance?

Which one is your favorite? It's a tough choice!


Happy Wednesday!

(Bon Appetit: Bistro de Paris)

Last May, my family helped to celebrate my birthday at a restaurant I had long been wanting to try; Bistro de Paris. Located in France of Epcot's World Showcase, this dining spot prides itself on its extensive wine list and innovative french cuisine. The brainchild of a trio of chefs, Bistro de Paris is located on the second floor in the French pavilion, directly above Chefs de France. The three chefs; Roger Verge, Paul Bocuse, and the late Gaston Lenotre are responsible for both restaurants, as well as the well-loved Boulangerie Patisserie.

The somewhat-hidden entrance to Bistro de Paris

the spiral staircase leads to the upstairs dining room.

Finding the entrance to the Bistro can be somewhat of a challenge. Located on the opposite side of the building, be sure to look for the sign to the entrance. Upon entering, I imagine this is what an elegant home in Paris looks like. A hostess will take your name, and when your table is ready, will lead you up a gorgeous spiral staircase. If you look to your left, you can see guests enjoying their meals at Les Chefs de France. Please note that there is also an elevator for guests who would rather not use the stairs.

Surprise hors d'oeuvre! 

The experience with our waiter was very pleasant. Upon being seated, we were offered ice water, and perused the restaurant's extensive wine list. We were also presented with a complimentary hors d'oeuvre, which as I understand changes regularly. Ours consisted of a cheesy french onion soup of sorts. It was yummy, and a nice surprise to start our meal. We were also offered bread, and I love the way that they presented it. Rather than placing a basket of bread on your table, a waiter comes around and asks if you would like a piece, and serves it to you from a wicker basket. This is a terrific idea, since you won't be filling yourself up on too much bread - I promise you won't leave hungry!

Escargot Cassolette & Jumbo Sauteed Shrimp

There are two possible ways to order your meal here; you can do a three-course menu, or order a la carte. Everyone at my table opted for the 3-course menu except for me. Currently, this option runs $54 per person, or $89 per person with wine pairings. J choose the Escargot Cassolette for his first course, while I opted to skip the appetizer. MOM choose the Jumbo Sauteed Shrimp, which was served with crab & sesame seed croquettes. Both were out-of-this-world delicious. Don't be afraid to try escargot - it's cooked in a delicious, creamy garlic sauce that tastes so good you just might forget that you're eating snails!

Grilled Beef Tenderloin, $39

Now for the main course. Mom & P ordered the Pork Tenderloin. I did not get the chance to try it, but I trust their opinion when they said it was very good. J ordered the Grilled Beef Tenderloin from his 3-course menu options, while I ordered the same from the regular menu. When our meals came, I noticed that my serving was definitely larger than his, and was better-presented as well! His tenderloin came on a standard white plate, while mine was served on a gorgeous dish (see above!) I am quite sure that each dish tasted the same, however. The tenderloin was generously served with a delicious peppercorn sauce, along with perfectly cooked asparagus and a beef parmentier. I order the tenderloin medium and it was cooked perfectly. I am sorry to say though, that you can get a much better serving of beef over in the Canada pavilion at Le Cellier. And what on Earth is a beef parmentier, do you ask? I'm so glad you did. It's the thing that made me give up meat (well, sort of). Thinking it was a delicious looking pineapple of some sort (why a pineapple in a French restaurant? Momentary lapse of judgement), I dug right in. Imagine my surprise when I bit into a potato, filled with...more meat. My ignorance going into it may be to blame, but I did not like this dish. The meat had a strange, well...meaty flavor. But not in a good way. I had sort of lost my appetite, not to mention the fact that I was getting obscenely full. For all you meat lovers out there, no worries. J devoured his meal, weird potato meat side dish and all.

MOM & her Creme Brulee

Now for the best part of any meal...dessert! MOM ordered the Vanilla Creme Brulee, J the Warm Chocolate & Almond Cake (these are two selections available in the prix fixe menu). Off of the regular menu, I ordered Warm & Grand Marnier Souffle, assuming you just can't get more French than that! Having experienced some amazing souffles on the Disney Cruise Line, I figured it was a no-brainer. The waiter warned me that it may take about 15 minutes for my dessert to arrive, and I agreed that it would be alright. (Speaking of the Disney Cruise Line, Palo asks if you'd like their famous souffle during your main course so that it's ready for you come dessert time. This is a much better idea).

Warm Chocolate & Almond Cake

While everyone else ate their desserts, I waited. And waited. ...And waited. MOM's Creme Brulee was absolutely fantastic, J's chocolate cake, a dream. Looking back, I should have ordered what he did - it's easily the best thing on the menu. Served with white chocolate mousse and praline sauce, it's dessert heaven. The creme brulee is worth giving a shot as well, made with carmelized rice pudding and upside down caramel cream, served with ice cream.

The Warm & Grand Marnier Souffles, $11 + at least 20 extra minutes.

Once everyone had basically finished their desserts, mine finally arrived. I'm sorry to say, not worth the wait. Not only did I have to wait almost 30 minutes for the souffle, but it was poorly undercooked. The insides were somewhat akin to scrambled eggs...not an appetizing dessert. My sub-par meal ended with an even more sub-par dessert, it was no bueno. However, they did make me a lovely Happy Birthday plate, complete with some delicious fresh fruit, and a candle with which to make a wish!

How nice!

One last thing I almost forgot about! We did have a special moment during our time at the Bistro; we saw Illuminations from the window of the restaurant! It was quite an experience to witness the spectacular show from the comfort of your own dining table.

So, would I recommend the Bistro de Paris? Ehhh...probably not. I'm sorry to all of those out there who adore this place. It just didn't work for me. The service was friendly and prompt. The wine and appetizers were great. My meal and dessert were a complete and utter disappointment. Perhaps if I had ordered differently my opinion wouldn't be so harsh. My fellow diners' desserts were fantastic, and they certainly didn't have many complaints (except for how full they still felt the next morning). Please also take this with a grain of salt, as I am not a meat lover. At the time I thought I was, but since that particular meal, I have sort of avoided it. It was an expensive meal (I believe the bill was upwards of $400 for 4 of us), and I just didn't come away raving about anything.

J makes leftovers look cool.

Outfitted in formal decor, this is certainly not the place to wear your typical theme park clothes. There is a dress code for this restaurant - no swimwear, t-shirts or cutoffs allowed. Observe, a handsome young man above, models the appropriate dining attire, and also the best way to carry leftovers :) Please note that there is no children's menu at this restaurant. While children are welcome here, the atmosphere is much more suited for romance (ie, leave the kids with the babysitter).

By all means, please give this place a try and prove me wrong! I would love to hear your opinions on the dining experience here. If you're making a reservation, try for around 830pm or so - it's worth waiting to see Illuminations from the restaurant.

Happy Dining!

(Patterson J. Kincaid Does Disney)

photo courtesy of fabsugar.com

Combining their vintage comfort with a hint of nostalgia, Patterson J. Kincaid, a comfortable yet fashion-forward contemporary force, is collaborating with Disney Consumer Products to bring us something truly special. Starting this month, look for their new line of highly adorable tees, tanks and sweatshirts featuring your favorite Disney characters such as Bambi, Thumper, and of course, The Mouse himself. In my opinion, this is the perfect way to wear your love for Disney proudly without being too loud. Nicely done, PJK. Nicely done indeed.

1. PJK Bambi Sweatshirt, $128, shopbop.com
2. PJK Patch Bambi Willow Tank, $88, Revolve
3. PJK Thumper Crop Top, $98, Revolve
4. PJK Watercolor Owl Tank, $88, Revolve
5. PJK Baby Bami T, Pre-Order, Patterson J Kincaid
6. PJK Forest Friends Baseball T, Pre-Order, Patterson J Kincaid
7. PJK Baby Flower T, $98, shopbop.com

Happy Shopping!

(Remy Approves: Ratatouille)

After what seemed like a very short weekend, I love to kick-start my week with a new all-time favorite meal. Deb at Smitten Kitchen has created the most incredible dish that has since become a staple on our weekly menu.

photo courtesy of Smitten Kitchen

Not only has Deb chosen to recreate a meal from one of our all-time favorite movies, but she has made it actually work. It's great for my husband and I because the preparation is simple and the ingredients are inexpensive. Be sure to head over to Smitten Kitchen for the recipe for Ratatouille's Ratatouille - and be sure to take her advice and add the goat cheese. You won't be sorry!

Happy Cooking!