The Food History of Disneyland

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An in-depth look into the history of all foods and restaurants of Disneyland by a former cast member turned historian. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spiffy-recordings/support

Steven Alvarez


    • Mar 31, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 8m AVG DURATION
    • 4 EPISODES


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    The Turkey Leg: A Bone-In Treat

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 8:22


    On this episode, we'll learn about the limited history on Disneyland's most famous treat, the Turkey Leg. From It's amusement origins to some fascinating food preparation facts, I do ym best to keep you entertained and educated. If you're feeling both hungry and intrigued, I'm right there with you. Be sure to never miss an episode by subscribing to this feed. Any questions, comments, or future episode suggestions can be sent to sjalva@live.com. If you hear any inaccuracies or feel you have information to contribute please let me know! The historical research is ever on going. Have a magical day! Sponsored by Spiffy Recordings --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spiffy-recordings/support

    Fritos X Doritos: An Accidental Tag-Team of Disneyland

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 13:14


    On this episode, we'll learn about the introduction of Sponsors in the parks, then get specific and talk about The Frito Company's particular sponsorship of Disneyland's first Mexican eatery. You'll get some detailed knowledge of what Casa De Fritos was like, how it gave birth to the much revered Doritos tortilla chip snack, and what the restaurant has become today! If you're feeling both hungry and intrigued, I'm right there with you. Be sure to never miss an episode by subscribing to this feed. Any questions, comments, or future episode suggestions can be sent to sjalva@live.com. If you hear any inaccuracies or feel you have information to contribute please let me know! The historical research is ever on going. Have a magical day! Sponsored by Spiffy Recordings --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spiffy-recordings/support

    The Original Trio: Dogs, Nuts, and Floss

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2020 13:06


    Let's dive right in to Disneyland's food history with the beginning. On this episode, we'll see what fast foods made the original cut for the outdoor vending carts. You'll learn a little bit about Walt Disney's food preferences which had an impact on future food choices for the parks. You'll also gain some in-depth knowledge on these delectable treats which would include origins and creators. It'll be fun, I hope you learn something new along the way! If you're feeling both hungry and intrigued, I'm right there with you. Be sure to never miss an episode by subscribing to this feed. Any questions, comments, or future episode suggestions can be sent to sjalva@live.com. If you hear any inaccuracies or feel you have information to contribute please let me know! The historical research is ever on going. Have a magical day! Sponsored by Spiffy Recordings --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spiffy-recordings/support

    The Food History Of Disneyland - Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 1:10


    Welcome to the podcast that's all about Disneyland's food history! I'm your host, Steven Alvarez, a San Francisco State graduate with a B.A. in History, focusing on both Food histories and American Indian-United States relations history. Currently I am a Line Cook at the Lobby Bar & Grill in Temecula, CA by day. By night I'm a music artist by the name of Spiffy Man. But enough about your host, let me outline what I'll be covering! Throughout the course of this first season I'll be discussing Opening Day and all the foods that were available, how outside sponsorships shaped the restaurants into what they are and had been, how a very well known tortilla chip brand was founded in Frontierland, where the idea for turkey legs popped up, how chimichangas came to be a family staple within the parks, the powerful rise of the Dole Whip, the intriguing history of Main Street's Little Red Wagon, and will end it all with the McDonald's small influence within the parks. If you're feeling both hungry and intrigued, I'm right there with you. Be sure to never miss an episode by subscribing to this feed. Any questions, comments, or future episode suggestions can be sent to sjalva@live.com. If you hear any inaccuracies or feel you have information to contribute please let me know! The historical research is ever on going. Have a magical day! Sponsored by Spiffy Recordings --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spiffy-recordings/support

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