The Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop at Disney California Adventure is “moving” from Pacific Wharf to San Fransokyo Square, and in preparation, the iconic animated mural behind the serving area has been changed to focus on the fictional “Big Hero 6” city rather than the famous brand’s true home, San Francisco.

Ghirardelli San Francisco mural

From a distance you might not even see that a change has been made, but if you look closer, things are different.

Effects take place on the 3D mural. The tram runs, lights go on and off, and an “earthquake” shakes the mural. The Ghirardelli Building appears to be falling apart, although the original survived the 1906 earthquake with minimal damage.

Check out the earthquake effect below.

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A fish-shaped wind turbine straight out of the Walt Disney Animation Studios film flies high above the landscape (including Ghirardelli Square, now complete with Japanese characters on the signage), with the Ghiradelli logo printed on its side. Rita’s turbine mixers are topped with a giant, dimensional prop that also resembles these.

Compare these photos to the old version, pictured below, from the Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop’s opening in 2012 (when the world-famous Hot Fudge Sundae was only $8.25 instead of $15.75).

Image source: OC Register

The houses across the street now resemble those from the film and combine Japanese and American influences from the two famous metropolises.

The San Francisco Gate Bridge replaces the Golden Gate Bridge while we await the completion of the real bridge just steps away.

The float is now owned by the City of San Fransokyo and is adorned with new signs and lanterns.

Lanterns with the letters “SFS” line the streets to represent San Fransokyo Square, as well as red lanterns.

Even some minor details, like half-hidden posters and a removed shopping cart, have been updated.

Even a skyscraper in the background was not safe from the changes.

Japanese characters are printed on various sections of the design.

Cherry blossoms adorn the upper center portion of the background. In Japanese culture, cherry blossoms are particularly symbolic, representing human life, beauty, and more.

The Ghiradelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop is open daily and is located in what is now Pacific Wharf at Disney California Adventure. It will be part of San Fransokyo Square when it officially opens to guests on August 31, 2023, but has also promised to introduce some new menu items inspired by the new theme. Details on the new items have yet to be released.

Pacific Wharf becomes San Fransokyo Square

Pacific Wharf’s main entrance bridge is currently closed for the installation of the torii gate towers as it is being converted to the San Fransokyo Gate Bridge.

. The port of San Fransokyo Cervecería is also officially opened. Additional dining and shopping options will be available in the weeks that follow until mid-August, when the remodeling is expected to be complete.

Venues from the Cappuccino Cart to the Bakery Tour will also be decked out with street art and colorful banners in celebration of the Big Hero 6 team.

Guests can interact with Hiro and Baymax (who talk!) in front of the Hamada Bot Shop.

Near the Hamada Bot Shop is the San Fransokyo Maker’s Market, a store featuring unique clothing, home goods and more from Baymax and friends. As can be seen in the concept art above, the shelves of the market stand on top of robot storage boxes displaying decommissioned combat robots. Hiro’s Megabot will be up in the rafters.

Opposite the Maker’s Market, vending machines will feature gold medallions with Baymax motifs and other San Fransokyo images.

Dining options include current Pacific Wharf venues and new options inspired by Asian cuisine and Big Hero 6.

The second bakery café run by Hiro’s loving aunt, Aunt Cass Café serves soups in freshly baked Boudin sourdough bread bowls and more inspired by Japanese cuisine. On the outside of this fast food restaurant you’ll find a mural of Aunt Cass’ happy house cat, Mochi.

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Secure your ski passes now

Young adults who purchase a Waterville Valley Resort season pass this spring will have unlimited skiing and snowboarding for the remainder of the season and next year. The Young Adult Pass offers skiers and snowboarders aged 18 to 29 unrestricted access to the resort – i.e. no blackout times – for the rest of the 2020/21 season and for the 2021/22 season if it is purchased by April 30th ( USD 532 per person). . Buy an Adult Plus Pass ($ 942) by April 30th and get a Child Ski Free Pass for a child 6 to 12 years old, unlimited access to the Snow Mountain Lift this summer, and 20% off accommodation in the Town Square Condos and the Gasthaus Silberfuchs. 800-GO-VALLEY, www.waterville.com

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Hire a train at the Grand Canyon

These days, finding a fun way to celebrate a milestone event can be difficult, but the Grand Canyon Railway offers options for travelers looking for adventure. Rent a luxury private train – complete with chefs, bartenders, entertainers, and waiters – and bring your family or those in your “pandemic capsule” to ride the rails. The train has luxury cars from the 1940s and 1950s, including a dome / sleeping car, two open-air viewing cars, and two salon / café and lounge cars. Book one to five railcars and welcome up to 200 guests (in full train) thanks to the spacious interior. Depart Williams, Arizona at 9:30 am – just 2.5 hours from Phoenix – and enjoy 65-mile round-trip transportation, stopping at the Grand Canyon’s South Rim for a 2.5-hour layover arrive in Williams at 5:45 p.m. Make stops along the way to enjoy dinner in a Chucks cart, live entertainment, or an overnight stay. Prices start at $ 10,000 for a railcar and $ 16,000 for the entire train. 800-843-8724, www.thetrain.com

Black Tie offers simple ski rentals

Heading west for a spring break or a ski trip in late winter? Make it easy for yourself and rent equipment for your arrival. Black Tie Ski Hire offers ski and snowboard deliveries to your local accommodations (at a time you specify), personalized customization and a free equipment change even at lunchtime on the mountain (they come to you). Another plus: The ski technician who delivers your equipment serves as a local ambassador and provides helpful information on snow conditions, trails, restaurants and sights in the region. At the end of the trip, Black Tie will stop by and shovel your gear – it couldn’t be easier. You will find 16 privately owned and operated Black Tie locations across the west, from Colorado to California. Some carry niche ski brands like Icelantic, Black Crows, and Never Summer skis, while others offer heated boots. All equipment is sanitized between customers and shipped to you in a sanitized bag, and all staff adhere to masks and social distancing guidelines. The service includes a paperless waiver system and a full refund up to 48 hours before your rental. Rent skis / snowboards, shoes, helmets and sticks for all ages. Equipment rentals start at $ 48 per person per day (depending on location) for an adult package that includes skis, sticks, and boots. www.blacktieskis.com

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A portable outdoor pizza oven

Meet outdoors and share homemade pizza made in the Ooni Fyra 12 portable pizza oven. This ingenious wood pellet oven heats up to 950 degrees Fahrenheit in 15 minutes and bakes a pizza in 60 seconds – 90 seconds for a frozen pizza. The Ooni Fyra can be packed up small – it has folding legs and two removable chimneys that can be stowed in the oven – and is still set up in seconds. Set the stove on a sturdy table – ideally a stone, stainless steel, or marble surface (we like the safe and stylish modular table from Ooni) – put a scoop or two of hardwood pellets in the funnel, fire them up, and use that Ooni infrared thermometer to track oven temperature. Mount your pizza on one of Ooni’s 12-inch aluminum or bamboo trays, slide the pizza in the oven – place it on the hot pizza stone – and it’s ready before you can pour the drinks. Use the peephole on the stove door to monitor the fire and pellet supply, and regulate the airflow through the chimney. Ooni also makes propane pizza ovens. $ 299 Fyra; $ 199.99 to $ 249.99 table; € 39.99 Infrared thermometer. ooni.com

Java on the go

If you are a coffee lover, take the new Pocket PourOver bags with you on your next adventure. Kuju Coffee was founded by two Eagle Scout brothers from San Francisco and creates these single-serving coffee bags that make the difference for responsible products. Each bag contains organic, Fair Trade certified coffee – or mixtures from ethical sources – and is packed in a 100 percent wind-powered facility. To top it off, the company donates a portion of its sales to the US National Park Service. Choose from West Sumatra, Papua New Guinea, and Ethiopia varieties, or several creative blends, including Angel’s Landing (a light roast), Basecamp Blend (medium roast), and Bold Awakening (dark roast). To use, tear open the top of each perforated filter, unfold the cardboard wings and carefully anchor the filter to your mug, pour hot water over the coffee grounds and wait for the coffee to brew. Buy a 10-pack for $ 21.99 up to a 60-pack for $ 149.40. www.kujucoffee.com

KARI BODNARCHUK

Kari Bodnarchuk can be reached at travelwriter@karib.us.

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