Goodbye Main Street Bakery....

[KellyNY]

I agree with most of what you say. The only thing missing is the reliance on past precedent. Corporate sponsorship has been done dozens of times before with the likes of Sara Lee, Nestle, Carnation, Coke, Edy's just to name a few, and in none of those instances did anyone declare that the sky was falling and that a particular location had been ruined. And while: "Disney will do this the right way and keep the location pleasant" is indeed an opinion, it is one formed from vast past experience whereas: "Disney is going to ruin this location" is an opinion formed by little more than fear. People are entitled to either opinion. But one comes with precedent and the other does not.

One opinion formed by fear of losing something, another by promise to get something. Both opinions based on personal feelings and nothing else. While Disney usually does a great job in anything, they also do mistakes, so expecting either is perfectly acceptable. As for other sponsors, if they just announced that they now sell SB it would feel different. How place will turn to be, nobody knows but there is a lot of room for speculation either way.

 

[WedgieSock]

It means the MSB will cease to exist as we know it.

 

[a11ie]

Except that Starbucks isn't gaining control of anything. As noted above, MSB is keeping its name and theming.

Except I was just correcting your mistake. The word worked how the poster used it. I was just correcting your definition.

 

[JimmyV]

Update to Disney Parks Blog story.

UPDATE 11/12: Heres some additional information about our Walt Disney World Resort Starbucks locations. The Main Street Bakery will keep its name and theming when it reopens in early summer. Itll also continue to serve Disney favorites like cookies, brownies and seasonal cupcakes, in addition to Starbucks signature beverages and other items. And for those of you who asked in comments, the cinnamon rolls are available at Gastons Tavern in New Fantasyland, and the ice cream sandwiches are available at Plaza Ice Cream Parlor on Main Street, U.S.A.

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...gic-kingdom-park-epcot-set-to-open-next-year/

So to revise my post above, one opinion is formed by precedent and Disney's press release and the other opinion is formed by fear.

 

[Teamdisney306]

I for one will happy to be able to get a great cup of coffee why at the park. Or a double shot espresso in the afternoon to keep me going.

 

[WDSearcher]

I for one will happy to be able to get a great cup of coffee why at the park. Or a double shot espresso in the afternoon to keep me going.

And seriously ... Mickey & Minnie's new "barrista" costumes are just ADORABLE! I can't wait until they incorporate them into the TST M&G.

 

[declansdad]

Update to Disney Parks Blog story.

UPDATE 11/12: Heres some additional information about our Walt Disney World Resort Starbucks locations. The Main Street Bakery will keep its name and theming when it reopens in early summer. Itll also continue to serve Disney favorites like cookies, brownies and seasonal cupcakes, in addition to Starbucks signature beverages and other items. And for those of you who asked in comments, the cinnamon rolls are available at Gastons Tavern in New Fantasyland, and the ice cream sandwiches are available at Plaza Ice Cream Parlor on Main Street, U.S.A.

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...gic-kingdom-park-epcot-set-to-open-next-year/

Wow, who would have guessed that?

 

[JimmyV]

While Disney usually does a great job in anything, they also do mistakes, so expecting either is perfectly acceptable. As for other sponsors, if they just announced that they now sell SB it would feel different. How place will turn to be, nobody knows but there is a lot of room for speculation either way.

I think the updated blog language is pretty clear. From this point forward, I think we can rest on: "There are none so blind as those who will not see."

 

[Lehuaann]

Lol, ick! Watered down, no taste ice coffee! Everyone has their own tastes!

I'm sure icky will work. They'll guzzle pretty much anything else down over evilbucks...

Update to Disney Parks Blog story.

UPDATE 11/12: Heres some additional information about our Walt Disney World Resort Starbucks locations. The Main Street Bakery will keep its name and theming when it reopens in early summer. Itll also continue to serve Disney favorites like cookies, brownies and seasonal cupcakes, in addition to Starbucks signature beverages and other items. And for those of you who asked in comments, the cinnamon rolls are available at Gastons Tavern in New Fantasyland, and the ice cream sandwiches are available at Plaza Ice Cream Parlor on Main Street, U.S.A.

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...gic-kingdom-park-epcot-set-to-open-next-year/

Now THAT'S better! Much clearer than - 'it's replacing MSB and reopening as a SB location.'

 

[WILDERNESS FAN 55]

Would it be just the opposite of this thread if they took away my Orville Reddenbachers ? I mean would Disney start making their own popcorn? Because then I'll be SCREAMING !!

 

[SaraJayne]

I think this one post pretty much sums up the entire 57 page thread.

 

[kevdo]

So, it appears the cinnamon roll people were correct. No more cinnamon rolls at MSB.

But, if you think for a minute that moving those rolls from MSB to Gaston's has anything to do with Starbucks you're clearly not thinking about how much strategic investment Disney has made in New Fantasyland.

 

[brunette8706]

Update to Disney Parks Blog story.

UPDATE 11/12: Heres some additional information about our Walt Disney World Resort Starbucks locations. The Main Street Bakery will keep its name and theming when it reopens in early summer. Itll also continue to serve Disney favorites like cookies, brownies and seasonal cupcakes, in addition to Starbucks signature beverages and other items. And for those of you who asked in comments, the cinnamon rolls are available at Gastons Tavern in New Fantasyland, and the ice cream sandwiches are available at Plaza Ice Cream Parlor on Main Street, U.S.A.

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...gic-kingdom-park-epcot-set-to-open-next-year/

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Oh cool! Thanks for the update REDDOG!

 

[CarolAnnC]

So, it appears the cinnamon roll people were correct. No more cinnamon rolls at MSB.

But, if you think for a minute that moving those rolls from MSB to Gaston's has anything to do with Starbucks you're clearly not thinking about how much strategic investment Disney has made in New Fantasyland.

I was thinking SB probably made that contingent since it would have competed with its own cinnamon bun and morning bun.

I believe it is also being sold in that new Dumbo Circus Tent.

 

[MinnieMeaghan]

Still not thrilled with the idea. Starbucks is available all over, I don't want it interfering with my favorite place! I trust Disney, but this I am not too sure about.

 

[parkhopping]

Saw a blog post today that has a good take on this issue, I think. Check it out here.

 

[Bob NC]

I just hope the SB CM attire matches the new costumes worn by CM's at American Adventure in Epcot.

 

[KellyNY]

Update to Disney Parks Blog story.

UPDATE 11/12: Heres some additional information about our Walt Disney World Resort Starbucks locations. The Main Street Bakery will keep its name and theming when it reopens in early summer. Itll also continue to serve Disney favorites like cookies, brownies and seasonal cupcakes, in addition to Starbucks signature beverages and other items. And for those of you who asked in comments, the cinnamon rolls are available at Gastons Tavern in New Fantasyland, and the ice cream sandwiches are available at Plaza Ice Cream Parlor on Main Street, U.S.A.

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...gic-kingdom-park-epcot-set-to-open-next-year/

Great update, thank you!

 

[SaraJayne]

Still not thrilled with the idea. Starbucks is available all over, I don't want it interfering with my favorite place! I trust Disney, but this I am not too sure about.

So is Coke, Edy's, Kodak and any other multitude of products offered at WDW.

 

[Mickey'sApprentice]

Guess I'll have to get my Starbucks at the Bakery and then go to Gaston's for my cinnamon roll. Thar's a long walk for my complete MK breakfast.