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Foodie Guide to Mother’s Day Mouthwatering Delights 2023

Foodie Guide By May 7, 2023 No Comments

Happy (almost) Mother’s Day foodies! We’re a strong believer that the best way to celebrate the ones we love is with food, and this year, the Disney chefs and mixologists have put together ample ways to honor your loved ones on May 14.

Whether you’re enjoying your time with your mother, aunt, grandmother, caregiver, mother figure, or any special person in your life, Disney Parks has something for you to indulge in. From new delights like the refreshingly delicious Mother’s Day Flowers DOLE Whip Float at Pineapple Lanai or the adorable Mother’s Day Donut at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe, to returning favorites like the Mother’s Day Cupcake at Roaring Fork, your taste buds will be as excited as you this holiday.

In addition to the tasty treats coming over at Disneyland Resort there are several brunch options and dining packages for you to feast on until your heart’s desire, like the Mother’s Day Brunch at both Storyteller’s Café and Goofy’s Kitchen.

Gather the special ones in your life and let’s get to the mouthwatering Mother’s Day bites in this year’s Foodie Guide!

Dark Chocolate-dipped Strawberries, Chocolate Strawberry Tart, Bouquet Shake, and Chocolate Strawberry Tart.
Walt Disney World Resort 
Disney Resort Hotels
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Jiko – The Cooking Place (Available May 14 only) 
  • Trio of Truffles Paired with Graham Beck Sparkling Brut Rosé: Lemon-saffron, rooibos tea, and dark chocolate-cinnamon truffles with Graham Beck Sparkling Brut Rosé (New) 
The Mara (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available) 
  • Dark Chocolate-dipped Strawberries (New) 
Disney’s Beach Club Resort 
Beach Club Marketplace (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available) 
  • Mother’s Day Cookie Bouquet: Vanilla cookies decorated with royal icing (New) 
Beaches & Cream Soda Shop (Available through May 31) 
  • Bouquet Shake: Strawberry milkshake with strawberry purée topped with a flowery chocolate cake
Disney’s BoardWalk 
BoardWalk Deli (Available through May 14) 
  • Minnie Croissant Roll: Croissant dough with raspberry marmalade (New) 
Disney’s Contemporary Resort 
Contempo Café (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available) 
  • Chocolate Strawberry Tart: Chocolate mousse tart topped with strawberry crémeux, strawberry balsamic compote, and an edible flower
Steakhouse 71 (Available May 14 only) 
  • Mother’s Day Brunch: Gather family and friends to enjoy delicious dishes from this special menu including:
    • Floridian Eggs Benedict: Two poached eggs and a crab cake with hollandaise atop toasted English muffins served with breakfast potatoes
    • Bacon & Eggs: Maple-lacquered pork belly, smoked cheese grits, and an egg
    • Brunch-exclusive Hummingbird Bread Pudding featuring pineapple, banana, coconut bread pudding with candied pecans, salted caramel, and cream cheese ice cream
Strawberry Shortcake Bar, Strawberry-Passion Fruit Bar, Mother’s Day Flowers DOLE Whip Float, and Aloha Mom!
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa 
Gasparilla Island Grill (Available through May 31) 
  • Strawberry Shortcake Bar: Strawberry cake pop enrobed in white chocolate and covered in strawberry rice croquant (New) 
Disney’s Old Key West Resort and Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa 
Good’s Food to Go and The Artist’s Palette (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available at The Artist’s Palette only) 
  • Strawberry-Passion Fruit Bar: Cassis chiffon, passion fruit curd, strawberry mousse, and strawberry garnish (New) 
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort 
Pineapple Lanai (Available May 11 through 14) 
  • Mother’s Day Flowers DOLE Whip Float: DOLE Whip with Banfi Rosa Regale Sparkling Red topped with shimmering edible flowers (New)
Kona Island and Capt. Cook’s (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available at Capt. Cook’s only) 
  • Aloha Mom!: DOLE Whip Pineapple crème puffs topped with coconut mousse, shaved coconut, and fondant décor (New) 
Mother’s Day Mimosa Pairing
Disney’s Riviera Resort 
Le Petit Café (Available May 7 through 14) 
  • Pistachio-raspberry Éclair: Pistachio crémeux, raspberry gel, vanilla Chantilly, and fresh raspberries (New) 
  • Mother’s Day Mimosa Pairing: Limoncello, Nino Franco Prosecco Rustico, and raspberry with the Pistachio-raspberry Éclair (New) (Both items also available separately) 
Mother's Day Cupcake and Cookie Bouquet
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge 
Roaring Fork (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available) 
  • Mother’s Day Cupcake: Raspberry swirl cupcake filled with raspberry custard and crispy pearls topped with lemon buttercream, chocolate, and fondant décor
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort 
The Market at Ale & Compass (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available) 
  • Mother’s Day Cookie Bouquet: Vanilla cookies decorated with royal icing (New) 
Mother’s Day Dessert
EPCOT 
Coral Reef Restaurant (Available May 14 only) 
  • Mother’s Day Dessert: Strawberry mousse, pistachio chiffon cake, and rosewater ganache (New) 
Mother’s Day Sweet Treat and Violet Bouquet
Disney Springs 
Amorette’s Patisserie (Available May 12 through 14) 
  • Mother’s Day Sweet Treat: White chocolate-dipped strawberries and a mixed berry macaron (New) 
Dockside Margaritas (Available May 13 and 14)
  • Violet Bouquet: Hendrick’s Gin, Cointreau Liqueur, Violet Syrup, and Lime Juice
The Ganachery (Currently available) 
  • Rosa Regale & Ganache Square: A glass of Rosa Regale and your choice of ganache square
Pink Minnie Apple
Disneyland Resort 
Disneyland Park 
Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen and Pooh’s Corner (Available May 11 through 14) 
  • Pink Minnie Apple
  • Pink Minnie Cake Pop
  • Red Rose Cake Pop
Mother's Day Donut
Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (Available through May 31; mobile order available) 
  • Mother’s Day Donut: Raspberry and champagne-flavored iced donut topped with edible flowers and pistachio (New)
River Belle Terrace (Available May 14 only) 
  • Turkey Dinner featuring house-made butternut squash soup topped with fried sage, roasted turkey dinner with slow-roasted herb butter turkey breast, home-style gravy, pork belly cornbread stuffing, mashed sweet potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and cranberry sauce, and finally, traditional pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream (New) (Reservations highly recommended) (Kids version available) 
Mother's Day Sundae
Disney California Adventure Park 
Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream (Available May 12 through 15; mobile order available) 
  • Mother’s Day Sundae: A scoop of strawberry and chocolate ice cream served in a waffle cup, topped with strawberry sauce, whipped cream, and chocolate butterflies (New) 
Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff (Available May 11 through 14) 
  • Pink Minnie Apple
  • Pink Minnie Cake Pop
  • Red Rose Cake Pop
Mother’s Day Brunch located at Goofy's Kitchen in Disneyland Hotel
Hotels of the Disneyland Resort 
Disneyland Hotel 
Goofy’s Kitchen (Available May 14 only) 
  • Mother’s Day Brunch featuring a special holiday menu including some of the following (Reservations highly recommended) 
    • Mini Danishes, Croissants, Cinnamon Rolls, and Muffins
    • Vegan Baked Ziti
    • Carving Station featuring Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef, Turkey Breast, and Rope Sausage
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet offered at Storytellers Cafe in Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa 
Storytellers Cafe (Available May 14 only) 
  • Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet featuring the following special dishes (Reservations highly recommended)
    • Chocolate-Hazelnut French Toast with strawberries
    • Salmon with corn custard and spring succotash
    • Marinated Heirloom Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Pesto, and Arugula
    • Crab and Shrimp with butter leaf lettuce, celery, red onions, dill, and creamy dressing
    • Roasted Pork Loin with sweet onion purée, garden herbs, and apricot chutney
Mother’s Day Mickey Cookie
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Holiday Cart (Available starting today through May 14) 
  • Mother’s Day Mickey Cookie
Red Rose Cake Pop
Downtown Disney District 
Marceline’s Confectionery (Available May 11 through 14) 
  • Pink Minnie Apple
  • Pink Minnie Cake Pop
  • Red Rose Cake Pop

Well, there you have it! All of the delicious ways you can celebrate Mother’s Day with us. As you can see, there are foodie adventures always to be had at Disney Parks!

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Foodie Guide to Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2023

Foodie Guide By May 2, 2023 No Comments

This May, we’re thrilled to be shining a light on Asian American Pacific Islander heritage month and “A World of Voices” celebrations! Throughout the month, the culinary teams will be showcasing some of the diverse cultures through their cuisines with both new and existing items that will delight you with each and every bite.

The chefs have taken inspiration from various cultures and put their own flair and their own personal connections they’ve infused into these dishes. While some of these Asian-inspired items are exclusive to May, including the Korean Fried Chicken Bowl with Cucumber Namasu at various Walt Disney World Resort hotels and the Bangkok Chicken Wings at Nomad Lounge, there are plenty of delicious dishes that you can enjoy all year long at both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, like the Beef Bulgogi Burrito at Lucky Fortune Cookery and the Kung Pao Bao at Lamplight Lounge.

Some of the best ways to experience the cultures around you is through food, and we are very excited to share with you the many ways you can experience Asian American and Pacific Islander heritages both this month and every month at Disney Parks.

Let’s go on a foodie adventure with this year’s Foodie Guide to Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

Walt Disney World Resort
Disney Resort Hotels

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Capt. Cook’s and Kona Island (Currently available)

  • Moana Cupcake: Vanilla cupcake, toasted coconut mousse filling, buttercream, coconut flakes, and white chocolate Moana piece with a fresh orchid

Kona Cafe (Currently available)

  • Hamachi Tuna Roll: Hamachi tuna, avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, and ponzu
  • Pork Belly Noodle Bowl: Bone broth, rice noodles, soy egg, mushrooms, bok choy, and hot sesame oil

Pineapple Lanai (Available May 1 through 30)

  • Heart Of Te Fiti DOLE Whip Cup: DOLE Whip, mochi cake, Moana-Inspired white chocolate medallion, and an edible flower (New)

Disney’s Pop Century Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

Everything POP Shopping & Dining and Landscape of Flavors (Available May 1 through 30)

  • How Far I’ll Go Haupia Pie: Rich chocolate coconut pie with a layer of coconut Haupia custard topped with sweet cream and macadamia nuts
    • This dish is inspired by Haupia and the name celebrates Moana’s ambition to preserve her culture and traditions.

Available at Various Disney Resort Hotels (Mobile order available)

  • Korean Fried Chicken Bowl with Cucumber Namasu: Double-fried chicken thighs tossed with gochujang sauce, sesame seeds, green onions, and pickled cucumber (New) (Available May 1 through 30)
    • Executive Chef Kevin was inspired by his Mama Chong and his heritage to create homestyle Korean comfort food accompanied by pickled cucumbers namasu. Available at the following:
      • Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
      • Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
      • Contempo Cafe at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
      • Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
      • Sassagoula Floatworks & Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
      • Riverside Mill at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
  • Sesame Chicken Stir-fry: Chicken, broccoli, red pepper, and onion with jasmine rice Always available at the following:
    • End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
    • Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
    • Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
    • Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
    • Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

Available at Various Pool Bars, Table-service Restaurants, and Lounges (Available May 1 through 30)

  • Pad Thai Fizz: Inspired by the traditional flavors of pad Thai, this cocktail features Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, Fever Tree Ginger Beer, thai basil, and lime (New)
    • This cocktail features Skrewball Whiskey, which tells the story of its founder’s journey from Cambodia to California and the pivotal role that peanut butter played in his childhood.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Caravan Road (Currently available)

  • Kakigori: Japanese shaved ice dessert flavored with watermelon syrup and sweetened condensed milk
    • Kakigori is a popular shaved ice dessert dating back to Japan’s Heian period.

Mr. Kamal’s (Currently available)

  • Chicken Dumplings

Nomad Lounge Available May 1 through 31)

  • Bangkok Chicken Wings: Crispy chicken wings, fish sauce caramel, peanuts, and cilantro (New)
  • Tuna Poke Bowl: Steamed rice, edamame, pickled radish, chili-sesame glaze
    • Heavily influenced by Japanese and other Asian cuisines and poke represents diverse and multifaceted cultures.
  • Coconut Mango Cocktail: Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Stoli Vanilla Vodka, mango purée, and rice milk garnished with whole lychee fruit
    • This cocktail is inspired by the exploration of the Pacific Islands, featuring popular ingredients offered to explorers along the way.

Pizzafari (Available May 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Turning Red Cupcake: Vanilla cake, mandarin cream filling, honey mousse bao bun, crispy pearls, sweet magnolia blossoms, chocolate garnish, and the Asian-Canadian character Meilin panda on white chocolate medallion

Restaurantosaurus (Available May 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Spicy Asian Chicken Sandwich: Crispy, pickled red onions (New)
  • Turning Red Cupcake: Vanilla cake, mandarin cream filling, honey mousse bao bun, crispy pearls, sweet magnolia blossoms, chocolate garnish, and the Asian-Canadian character Meilin panda on white chocolate medallion

Tiffins Restaurant (Available May 1 through 31)

  • Yuzu Crème Brulee: Ube ice cream, hibiscus cookie crumble, matcha tea cake, and mango sauce (New)

Thirsty River Bar, Dawa Bar, and DinoLand U.S.A. Bars (Available May 1 through 31)

  • Singapore Sling: New Amsterdam Gin, Heering Cherry Liqueur, sweet-and-sour, grenadine, and Sprite
EPCOT

Connections Eatery (Mobile order available)

  • Curry-spiced Pizza: Two slices of freshly baked pizza topped with tikka masala, carrot, potato, peas, tomato, plant-based mozzarella, and lime “yogurt” (Currently available through June 1)
  • General Tso Chicken Salad: Petite kale blend, romaine, broccoli slaw, red bell pepper, mandarin oranges, edamame, crispy wontons, warm fried chicken, General Tso’s dressing (Currently available)

Sunshine Seasons (Currently available for lunch only)

  • Mongolian Beef with vegetable fried rice
  • Stir-fried Shrimp with honey-ginger sauce, seasonal vegetables, and cashews
  • Vegetable Korma with plant-based chicken and cashews (Plant-based)
  • Asian Vegetable Noodle Salad with wakame, tuna poke, and spicy mayonnaise

Nine Dragons Restaurant (Available May 1 through 30)

  • Char Siu Rice Bowl: Cantonese-style BBQ pork over vegetable egg fried rice (New)

Garden House (Available May 1 through 30)

  • Ozeki Pineapple Nigori Sake: Unfiltered sake with pineapple (New)
    • This Pineapple Nigori honors the Japanese settlers who came to the United States and worked on pineapple farms. The first Japanese community in Florida, the Yamato Colony, grew up around a pineapple field.

Teppan Edo (Available May through 30)

  • Japanese-Hawaiian Pineapple Nigori Cocktail: Pineapple juice, coconut cream, Nigori sake, and a dash of shochu (New)
    • This Japanese-Hawaiian Cocktail celebrates some of the contributions of Japanese Americans to the culture, economy, and social fabric of Hawaii.
  • Golden Philadelphia Roll: Salmon, cream cheese, salmon roe, capers, eel sauce, spicy mayonnaise, aonori, micro shiso, and pepper flakes (New)

The Citrus Blossom Outdoor Kitchen at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival (Available now through July 5)

  • Orange Sesame Tempura Shrimp with orange-chili sauce

Lotus House Outdoor Kitchen at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival (Available now through July 5)

  • Spicy Mala Chicken Skewer with creamy peanut sauce
  • Pan-fried Vegetable Dumplings
  • House-made Cheesy Crab Wontons
  • Classic Bubble Milk Tea

Hanami Outdoor Kitchen at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival (Available now through July 5)

  • Frushi: Strawberry, pineapple, and lychee wrapped in sweet rice and pink soy wrap served with whipped cream, drizzled raspberry sauce, and toasted coconut
  • Hanami Sushi: Assorted nigiri sushi with lemon-cured salmon, soy-marinated tuna, and cured mackerel
  • Creamy Shrimp Udon: Udon soup with shrimp and spring vegetables

Trowel & Trellis Outdoor Kitchen at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival (Available now through July 5)

  • Boneless IMPOSSIBLE Korean Short Ribs with cilantro-lime rice, danmuji slaw, and kimchee mayonnaise (Plant-based)
  • IMPOSSIBLE Lumpia with Thai sweet chili sauce (Plant-based)
Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Backlot Express (Currently available, mobile order available)

  • Tofu or Chicken Teriyaki Bowl: Seasoned jasmine rice, teriyaki chicken or marinated tofu, yuzu-pickled edamame, carrots, cucumber, and onions drizzled with house-made lemon-tahini-chipotle vinaigrette, and sesame seeds (Plant-based version with tofu available)

Fairfax Fare (Currently available, mobile order available)

  • Korean Barbecued Pork Belly Bowl: Braised pork belly tossed in Korean Barbecue sauce topped with Korean Salad and green onions served on mashed potatoes in a waffle bowl
  • Soba Noodle Bowl: Chilled soba noodles, edamame, red cabbage, red peppers, shredded carrots, celery, and green onions tossed in yakisoba sauce served in a waffle bowl (Plant-based) (Also available with chicken)
Magic Kingdom Park

Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen (Currently available)

  • Pannie Connie’s Congo Lime Delight: Lime ‘panna cotta’ served with mango-lime sorbet and fresh fruit (Plant-based)
    • This dish is inspired by traditional desserts served in Vietnam.
Disney Springs

Amorette’s Patisserie (Available May 1 through 31)

  • Ube Pianono: Ube roulade cake filled with cinnamon banana mousse and an ube buttercream
    • This treat was created by Pastry Culinary cast member Reuben, who drew inspiration from his Filipino heritage.

B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. (Available May 1 through 31)

  • Korean Bulgogi Hot Dog: Spicy Korean beef and pork hot dog, bulgogi steak, pickled vegetables

The BOATHOUSE (Available May 1 through 31)

  • Changing Tides: Fever-Tree Sparkling Lime & Yuzu, a unique blend of zesty Mexican Tahitian lime, and floral sweetness of Japanese Yuzu

The Edison (Available May 1 through 31)

  • High-Voltage Chicken Sandwich: The Edison’s take on a spicy Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich, made with gochujang, a staple of Korean cooking, as well as fried chicken breast, jalapeno lime crema, smoked bacon, frisée, tomato, and pickle

The Ganachery (Available May 1 through 31)

  • Matcha Yuzu Square: Japanese green tea and yuzu with dark chocolate

Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. (Available May 1 through 31)

  • Frozen Mandarin Fusion: An exotic blend of refreshing iced tea, frozen lemon, and mandarin syrup topped with passion fruit popping boba (Spirited option available)
  • Ripple Art featuring Moana and Mulan

Morimoto Asia (Available May 1 through 31)

  • “Bloomin” Japanese Mushroom Tempura: Hon-Shimeji, Asian mushrooms with a nutty flavor coated in tempura batter and deep fried to golden brown perfection served alongside mashed potatoes and a Japanese golden curry cream sauce

The Polite Pig (Available May 1 through 31)

  • Coconut Jerk Pork Sandwich: Smoked pork butt, braised in a coconut jerk sauce, and topped with a pineapple slaw accompanied by a Hawaiian macaroni salad

Splitsville Luxury Lanes (Available May 1 through 31)

  • Poa Poa Shrimp Bowl: Fresh jumbo shrimp lightly tossed in blackening seasoning sautéed to perfection on a bed of white rice, topped with a mixture of grilled fresh pineapple, yellow, red, and green bell peppers, and red onion, drizzled with an in-house kimchee ponzu sauce, and finished with fresh Asian slaw and sesame seeds
  • Ly-chee Martini: Ocean Hawaiian Vodka, lychee syrup, and house-squeezed fresh lemon juice garnished with a fresh flower, lychee, and boba pearls

Sprinkles Cupcake (Available through May 14)

  • Vietnamese Coffee Cupcake featuring a decadent coffee cake infused with Nguyen Coffee Supply’s Loyalty Blend, filled with creamy condensed milk buttercream and finished with coffee frosting.
    • Nguyen Coffee Supply is America’s first specialty Vietnamese coffee company and proud champion of the resilient Robusta bean. Founded in 2018 by Sahra Nguyen, their mission is to build a diverse and inclusive coffee culture for all while uplifting robust coffee producers worldwide.

Wetzel’s Pretzels (Available May 1 through 31)

  • Mango Boba Lemonade: Popping mango boba topped with either signature fresh lemonade or frozen lemonade, and mango purée (Non-alcoholic)
Disneyland Resort
Disney California Adventure Park

Lamplight Lounge (Currently available)

  • Kung Pao Bao: Kung Pao-glazed crispy pork belly, soft bao bun, red peppers, toasted peanuts, and green onions
  • Salmon Poke: Creamy avocado mousse topped with ponzu-glazed fresh salmon, edamame, pineapple, cucumber, and seaweed salad finished with pickled radish, furikake, fried wonton chips, and togarashi

Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining (Currently available)

  • Chili-Ginger Pork Belly Sliders: Chili-ginger-glazed crispy pork belly and Asian slaw on baguette buns

Lucky Fortune Cookery (Currently available; mobile order available)

  • Pork Ramen with nori, roasted corn, and green onion
  • IMPOSSIBLE Bánh Mì with lemongrass-cucumber salad
  • Spicy Szechuan Chicken with sautéed vegetables and steamed rice
  • Teriyaki Chicken with sautéed vegetables and steamed rice
  • Pork Wonton Nachos: Crispy wonton chips topped with cheese sauce, hoisin-glazed pork, spicy aïoli, and pickled cabbage
  • Beef Bulgogi Burrito with garlic-flavored chips
  • Pot Stickers: Crispy vegetable and chicken pot stickers
  • Organic Hot Green Tea (Non-alcoholic)
  • Black Milk Tea with sea salt cream and brown sugar boba (Non-alcoholic)
  • Ube Milk Tea topped with tiramisu foam and served with boba (Non-alcoholic)(Available starting May 2)
  • Bottle Logic Hanamachi: Japanese rice lager
  • Japanese Mule: Japanese Whiskey, ginger beer, and simple syrup

Paradise Garden Grill (Available Starting May 2)

  • Sweet Thai Chile Chicken Tenders: Chicken tenders tossed in sweet Thai chili sauce and slaw with crushed almonds, mandarin orange segments, crispy noodles, and citrus vinaigrette served with fries topped with cheese sauce

Pym Test Kitchen (Currently available; mobile order available)

  • Atomic Pretzel: Salmon Poke Pretzel with ponzu-marinated salmon, sriracha mayo, avocado mousse, wasabi mayo, and watermelon radish
Disneyland Park

Bengal Barbecue (Currently available; mobile order available)

  • Pork Belly Skewer: Grilled pork belly with hoisin sauce, pickled carrots, and daikon topped with cilantro
  • Chieftain Chicken Skewer: Chicken skewer in a Polynesian sauce

Galactic Grill (Mobile order available)

  • Grilled Pineapple Ham-Burger: Angus beef patty, grilled spiced ham, pineapple, togarashi slaw, and sweet mayonnaise served on a toasted brioche bun (Currently available through May 11)
  • Bacon & Slaw Burger: 1/3 lb Angus patty, marinated pork belly, American cheese, Asian-inspired slaw, and sambal sweet mayo on a toasted brioche bun (Available starting May 12)

The Tropical Hideaway (Currently available)  

  • Char Siu Bao: Sweet sticky roasted pork and sweet BBQ sauce dusted with paprika
  • Lime Chicken Bao with butternut squash and fresh herbs
  • Spiced Vegetable Bao with chickpeas and braised vegetables
  • Traditional Pork Lumpia: Pork and vegetable lumpia with sweet chili dipping sauce
  • Sweet Lumpia: Pineapple and cream cheese-filled lumpia with DOLE Pineapple dipping sauce
Hotels of the Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Hotel

Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill (Currently available; mobile order available)

  • Loco Moco Burrito: Steamed jasmine rice, chopped garlic beef patty, fried egg, gravy, crunchy fried onions, and furikake served with salsa roja (Available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
  • Pork Gyoza: Steamed pork and vegetable pot stickers served with gochujang aïoli, unagi sauce, and bonito flakes (Available for lunch and dinner)
  • Sweet-and-Spicy Chicken Wings: Asian honey glaze and sesame seeds served with togarashi aïoli (Available for lunch and dinner)
  • Panko-crusted Long Beans served with togarashi aïoli (Available for lunch and dinner)
  • Angus 1/2 lb. Hawaiian Cheeseburger with grilled pineapple, applewood-smoked bacon, havarti cheese, butter lettuce, tomato, onions, and sweet & spicy spread served with sweet potato fries or french fries (Available for lunch and dinner)
  • Hawaiian Platter: Choice of marinated short rib or teriyaki chicken thigh served with furikake-seasoned jasmine rice, macaroni salad, and tangy slaw (Available for lunch and dinner)
  • Rongo Salad: Edamame, green papaya, iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes, gooseberries, crispy shallots, sesame seeds, and marinated tofu with fermented miso vinaigrette (Plant-based) (Available for lunch and dinner)
  • Poke Bowl: Choice of ahi tuna, salmon, or marinated tofu with smashed avocado, sliced cucumber, edamame, and imitation crab salad with sushi rice topped with crispy fried onions and togarashi aioli (Available for lunch and dinner)
  • Tonkotsu Ramen: Rich pork-based broth, wavy noodles, pork belly slices, fresh green onions, shiitake mushrooms, fish cake, black garlic oil, soft-boiled flavored egg, and nori (Available for lunch and dinner)
  • Pu Pu Platter: Pork gyoza, panko-crusted long beans, macaroni salad, and sweet-and-spicy chicken wings served with togarashi aïoli (Available for lunch and dinner)
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

GCH Craftsman Grill (Available starting May 9; mobile order available)

  • Poke Bowl: Choice of sushi-grade salmon or tuna tossed in citrus ponzu with cucumber, edamame, avocado, crab salad, green onions, radicchio, pickled seaweed, furikake and spicy aïoli with choice of Calrose rice or mixed greens
Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

Ulu Café (Currently available)

  • Mickey Shaped Spam Musubi: Sliced spam on top of a Mickey-shaped block of rice, wrapped together with nori
  • Poke Bowls: Choose from made-to-order spicy tuna or California bowls, or build your own with fresh ahi, salmon, or shrimp over salad or sticky white rice with a variety of condiments

The ‘Ōlelo Room (Currently available)

  • Pūpū Appetizer Menu: A selection of Hawaiian Ahi, Futomaki-style sushi rolls, and Nigiri-style sushi rolls including the signature ‘Ōlelo ‘Ahi Poke with pier 38 ‘ahi, sambal, ginger, cucumber, Maui onion, and green onion

There you have it – all of the delicious ways you can celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month this May and all year long at Disney Parks! We’re so excited to bring these cultures to life in our parks and invite you to celebrate with us.

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Foodie Guide to May the 4th Galactic Goodies

Foodie Guide By April 28, 2023 No Comments

Exciting eats are coming from a galaxy far, far away! As May the 4th draws near, the best treats in the galaxy are landing at Disney Parks worldwide with Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, and Disneyland Paris all joining in on adventures you’ll have to taste to believe.

With can’t-miss novelties like the Acid Spitter Orb Sipper at Disneyland Resort, Star Wars staples like the Lightsaber Churro at Walt Disney World Resort, and the almost too cute to eat (almost) Grogu Meringue at Disneyland Paris, you’ll be ready to conquer all of your out-of-this-world missions!

Beyond May the 4th, did you know Disneyland Resort also celebrates Black Spire Day in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? The space celebrations are truly endless.

We think it’s time we jump to lightspeed and explore the May the 4th Foodie Guide, don’t you? Let’s go!

Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Park 
Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo
  • (New) Temple Rootleaf and Moss Salad with Seasoned Gwayo Egg: Sweet-savory salad greens, brined vegetables, roasted mushrooms, fried potato noodles, and soy-marinated soft-boiled egg (Available beginning May 2; mobile order available)
  • (New) Temple Rootleaf and Moss Salad: Sweet-savory salad greens, brined vegetables, roasted mushrooms, and fried potato noodles (Plant-based) (Available beginning May 2; mobile order available) 
  • (New) Light Up! Acid Spitter Orb Sipper with Lanyard includes choice of fountain beverage at time of purchase (Limit five per person, per transaction; no discounts apply) (Available while supplies last beginning May 3)
Galactic Grill (Mobile order available) 
  • Darth by Chocolate Parfait (Available May 2 through 6)
  • (New) Grogu Sipper includes choice of fountain beverage at time of purchase (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply) (Available while supplies last beginning May 3)
Kat Saka’s Kettle 
  • (New) Surabat Valley Mix: Sweet kettle corn (Also available with furikake) (Available starting May 2)
  • (New) Niamos Mix: Savory sour cream and chive popcorn (Also available with furikake) (Available starting May 2) 
  • (New) Jellyfruit Muffin: Passion fruit buttermilk muffin with pineapple and blackberry jam (Available starting May 2)
Milk Stand (Available starting May 2; mobile order available) 
  • Tenoo Swirl Crunchies Cereal: Blue milk topped with strawberry and grape candy pebbles
Oga’s Cantina (Available May 2 through August 31) 
  • Five Blossom Bread with Mustard Cream: Warm pretzel knot with a new creamy honey mustard dip
  • (New) Ginger Lime Tea Lemonade with Soju: Soju, Minute Maid Lemonade, Gold Peak Unsweetened Iced Tea, habanero lime and ginger flavors topped with matcha foam
Ronto Roasters
  • (New) Light Up! Acid Spitter Orb Sipper with Lanyard includes choice of fountain beverage at time of purchase (Limit five per person, per transaction; no discounts apply) (Available while supplies last beginning May 3)
Beverage Carts in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
  • Galma Garlic Puffs: Puffed cheese chips (Available starting May 2) 
Fruit Cart, Churro Cart, and Lemonade Cart in Tomorrowland 
  • (New) Grogu Sipper includes choice of fountain beverage at time of purchase (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply) (Available while supplies last beginning May 3)
Downtown Disney District 
Marceline’s Confectionery (Mobile order available)
  • Grogu Candy Apple: Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in colored white chocolate with gold sanding sugar for the belt
Hotels of Disneyland Resort 
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa 
Hearthstone Lounge (Available May 2 through 31) 
  • (New) Ginger Daiquiri: El Dorado Rum, Sherry, Velvet Falernum, ginger syrup and lime juice, garnished with mint
Grand Californian Hotel Lobby Cart (Available April 28 through May 30)
  • Star Wars Sugar Cookie
  • Wookiee Cookie
  • Pretzel Lightsabers
  • Falcon Lollipop
  • Stormtrooper Crisped Rice Treat
  • Tropical Whoopie Pie
  • Galaxy Macaron Box

Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite (SOLD OUT)

If you’ve already purchased tickets to one of the sold-out Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite events, your taste buds are about to go on a galactic adventure. At Harbour Galley, the Mos Eisley Spaceport Cookies are a sweet treat you simply must try. Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor is serving up a delight fit for royalty – the Galactic Princess Sundae. If you’re a mint fan, the Mossy Mint Churro available at the Frontierland churro cart is for you. For those wanting a more savory addition to your evening, the Harissa Tip-Yip Bowl at Red Rose Taverne or the Corned Shaak Loaded Fries at Hungry Bear Restaurant are the perfect galactic goodies. For those attending, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase both the Light Up! Acid Spitter Orb Sipper with Lanyard and the Grogu Sipper beginning May 2, while supplies last!

Walt Disney World Resort
Disney’s Hollywood Studios 
ABC Commissary, Backlot Express, PizzeRizzo, and Rosie’s All-American Café (Available May 4 through 31; mobile order available) 
  • Jettison Juice: Minute Maid Lemonade and watermelon served with a glow cube (Non-alcoholic)
Backlot Express (Available May 4 through 31; mobile order available)
  • Darth Vader Cupcake: Chocolate cupcake with chocolate-peanut butter buttercream, dipped in dark chocolate ganache, edged in chocolate flakes, and topped with a chocolate Darth Vader
  • Wookiee Cookie: Two oatmeal cookies with vanilla cream filling garnished with a milk chocolate sash on top
Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo (Mobile order available) 
  • Oi-Oi Puff: Raspberry cream puff with passion fruit mousse (Available May 4 and 5) 
  • (New) Light Up! Acid Spitter Orb Sipper with Lanyard includes choice of fountain beverage at time of purchase (Limit five per person, per transaction; no discounts apply) (Available while supplies last beginning May 4)
PizzeRizzo and The Trolley Car Café (Available May 4 and 5; mobile order available at PizzeRizzo)
  • Dark Side Chocolate Creation: Malted milk chocolate mousse dome with raspberry mousse filling, slivered almonds, and chocolate shortbread cookie
Churro Carts at The Market (Available May 4 and 5) and Grand Avenue and Anaheim Produce (Available May 4 through 31) 
  • Lightsaber Churro served with chocolate sauce
Ronto Roasters 
  • (New) Light Up! Acid Spitter Orb Sipper with Lanyard includes choice of fountain beverage at time of purchase (Limit five per person, per transaction; no discounts apply) (Available while supplies last beginning May 4)
Disney Resort Hotels
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Pineapple Lanai (Available May 4 only) 
  • Millennium Falcon Star Wars Soft-serve Sundae: Galactic gray vanilla soft-serve with mint flavor, chocolate cream cookie crumbles, chocolate drizzle, white chocolate pearl stars, brownie asteroid pieces with stardust sparkles, and a Millennium Falcon white chocolate piece
Disney Springs 
The Ganachery
  • Queen Amidala Chocolate Piñata: Dark chocolate piñata filled with ruby chocolate and raspberry bark (Available May 1 through 31)
  • Ahsoka Pop: Plant-based coconut and blueberry swirl pop enrobed in dark chocolate (Available May 1 through 31) 
  • Millennium Falcon Pop: Milk chocolate pop with crisp pearls (Currently available) 
Swirls on the Water (Available May 4 through 31) 
  • (New) Loyal Astromech Swirl: DOLE Whip Mango swirled with habanero soft-serve in a red velvet cone with toasted graham cracker crumbs, chocolate rocks, and a BB-8 edible garnish
Disneyland Paris
Disneyland Park 
Cool Station (Available starting May 4) 
  • Grogu Meringue with white chocolate icing and macaron (Available while supplies last) 

Be sure to keep your eyes peeled on our social channels and the Disney Parks Blog to stay in-the-know on anything and everything May the 4th. With celebrations like this, there are endless adventures to be had at Disney Parks.

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6 Ways to Celebrate Disney100 at Walt Disney World Resort

Special Events By April 27, 2023 No Comments

For 100 years, The Walt Disney Company has created unforgettable stories and lifelong memories for generations of families. Some of our favorite memories are tied to visits to Walt Disney World, seeing Disney stories brought to life and getting the chance to experience them in magical ways.

The entire Walt Disney World cast is excited to join in the celebration of Disney100, and you’re invited to be part of the fun! We’re thrilled to share that you can now experience magical, limited-time offerings sprinkled throughout the resort. Here are six great ways to commemorate this momentous milestone, with many more to come.

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Say Hi to Mickey and Minnie in Their Platinum Best

As previously shared, EPCOT will be the center of the Disney100 celebration later this year at Walt Disney World. Recently opened attractions like the exhilarating family thrill coaster Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and the captivating 4D Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure bring even more family fun to the park where the impossible becomes possible. Even more is in store as the park’s multi-year transformation culminates later this year during the Disney100 celebration.

Have you been looking forward to seeing Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their new dazzling platinum outfits? I know I have! You’ll be able to hug and take photos with the duo in their platinum outfits at EPCOT later this year. What a way to celebrate this major milestone and the legacy that their beloved stories represent for our Company. We’ll have more details on when and where you can meet them soon.

Admire Special Spaceship Earth Lighting

I’m excited to announce that the night sky will light up with a dazzling spectacle of colors and lights as Spaceship Earth honors Disney100 with a special display later in 2023. Here’s your first look at what’s sure to be a memorable moment during the celebration.

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Our friends at Walt Disney Imagineering have been dreaming up new ways to honor this important milestone by turning to their own cherished memories and favorite Disney stories as they create this one-of-a-kind display.

“The Show Lighting Team at Walt Disney Imagineering has been amazed at our guests’ reaction to the nightly shows on Spaceship Earth,” said Jason Read, show lighting designer principal for Walt Disney Imagineering. “We’ve helped celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World, EPCOT’s 40th and the park’s signature festivals. Now, we’re excited to have Spaceship Earth ring in the biggest celebration yet, the 100th Anniversary of the Walt Disney Company.”

“We’re also inspired by many things from the history of the company, its characters, theme parks and shows – even the Disney100 opening logo that plays before our feature films during this anniversary,” Read continued. “You may see homages to everything from the ‘Wonderful World of Disney’ television show opening to Mickey balloons that we sell on Main Street, U.S.A.”

Disney100 sign at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
Take a Selfie in Front of a Disney100 Backdrop

Whenever I make my way to Walt Disney World, I get a rush of adrenaline thinking about the magic that awaits me. So, you can only imagine my excitement when I saw the Disney100 sign at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park right in front of the entrance. If you’re like me, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to snap a few photos as a way to remember your visit during this very special celebration. This photo op is perfect for the entire family and is a great way to start your day. If you’re not going to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, don’t worry. You’ll be able to snap photos with Disney100 backdrops at all four theme parks plus Disney Springs.

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Keep an Eye Out for Surprise Character Visits at Disney Resort Hotels 

If you’ve ever had the joy of staying in one of our enchanting Disney Resort hotels, you may have seen the magic of various Disney characters stopping by for an impromptu photo opportunity. As the Disney100 celebration ramps up at Walt Disney World, you may run into some of your favorite Disney characters in their platinum best as they pop up at various Disney Resort hotels. You never know when or where they’ll show up next!

Disney100 Petite Cake for a limited time at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs
Celebrate With New Food and Drinks

The celebration doesn’t stop with character greetings and fun photo ops; you’ll also be able to indulge in some Disney100 treats across the resort. Beginning May 1, guests can enjoy the Disney100 Petite Cake for a limited time at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs. This mouthwatering dessert has layers of vanilla chiffon, berry mousse and berry compote, all topped with a celebratory Disney100 Medallion macaron.

The Disney Culinary team has been dreaming up all kinds of delicious dishes to commemorate the milestone, and this is just the beginning. I was lucky enough to learn about the inspiration behind this yummy dessert from Chef Amanda.

“The culinary team has the wonderful opportunity to use food for storytelling,” Chef Amanda said. “We get to make special themed treats that bring guests into the story, letting them feel immersed in a tangible and very delicious way.”

“The inspiration of this cake pulls from the rich purple and platinum colors used for the Disney100 celebration,” Chef Amanda shared. “The drapery on the sides of the cake represents the traditional bunting that adorns Main Street, U.S.A. for special occasions. And of course, Mickey Mouse is proudly represented on the front of the cake because as we all know: ‘It all started with a mouse.’”

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Find Your Perfect Disney100 Memento 

You may have spotted and already started to collect some of the amazing Disney100 merchandise that’s popping up at Walt Disney World. To help you prepare for what’s to come, a little fairy told me about the new Disney100 Cinderella Premium Bucket that will be exclusive to Magic Kingdom. This dazzling souvenir is intricately designed, great for the entire family, and my favorite souvenir thus far. Stay tuned for more details on when this beauty will make its debut. For now, you’ll be able to enjoy drinks and popcorn in the new Disney100 refillable cups available now at the Disney Resort hotels and popcorn buckets at all four theme parks and Disney Springs.

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You can also check out the wide variety of limited-release merchandise, available across the Walt Disney World Resort. Cherish nostalgic memories with the new 40s-themed Disney100 Decades Collection featuring Disney classics such as “Fantasia,” “The Three Caballeros,” “Pinocchio” and “Dumbo.” While you’re at it, marvel at all the magic with the Disney100 Platinum Celebration Collection — perfect if you’re looking for even more ways to shine! Or maybe the Disney100 Unified Character Collection is more your style with beloved characters from throughout the history of Disney, including Snow White, Elsa and Simba. Our favorite Disney100 pieces so far are the Unified Characters Backpack and the Three Caballeros Ear Headband, but there is even more merchandise debuting soon.

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Foodie Guide to Halfway to Halloween 2023

Foodie Guide By April 19, 2023 Tags: , No Comments

Welcome, foolish mortals to the latest Disney Eats Foodie Guide. The time has come once again to gather for some sinister sweets and delightful treats because Halfway to Halloween is here – and this year we’re celebrating the Haunted Mansion! We’re kicking off the frightfully fun festivities with all the tasty ways you can celebrate this year.

Walt Disney World Resort has been dusting off the cobwebs to bring to you some items you won’t want to miss – like the return of the Madame Leota Chocolate Cake at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and the exciting offerings coming to Gideon’s Bakehouse at Disney Springs. Over at Disneyland Resort, you’ll be able to fill your candy basket with sweet treats like the Oogie Boogie Crisped Rice Treat.

But there’s so much more than just food going on for Halfway to Halloween this year. Starting today, there is plenty of excitement happening, with much of it honoring the beloved attraction and soon-to-be-released Walt Disney Studios film – “Haunted Mansion.” Stay tuned all week on the Disney Parks Blog and our social channels for the latest and greatest halfway news.

Well, I think I’ve tempted you long enough. These bites are about to put a spell on you and your tastebuds. Welcome to the Foodie Guide to Halfway to Halloween 2023!

Walt Disney World Resort 
Disney Resort Hotels 
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort 

Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP Shopping and Dining (Available April 20 through 23))

  • The Whoopie Monster: Spiced apple whoopie pie with marshmallow buttercream and caramel
Disney’s Contemporary Resort 

Contempo Café (Available April 20 through 23)

  • Madame Leota Chocolate Cake: Mini Devil’s Food Cake filled with dark chocolate ganache topped with chocolate glaze and marshmallow webs
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa 

Gasparilla Island Grill (Available April 20 through 23)

  • Jack O’ Lantern Mickey Cake Pop: Jumbo pumpkin-spiced yellow cake pop enrobed in orange-colored white chocolate
  • Bewitching Minnie Cupcake: Chocolate cupcake topped with chocolate cream sandwich cookies for ears, an edible witch hat, and Halloween sprinkles
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort 

Pineapple Lanai (Available April 20 through 23) 

  • Kakamora DOLE Whip Waffle Bowl: DOLE Whip served in a waffle bowl with Moana-inspired white chocolate and milk chocolate-covered pretzel sticks
Available at Various Disney Resort Hotels (Available April 20 through 23)
  • Donald Duck Candy Corn Sipper; available at the following (Available while supplies last.):
  • Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
    • Contempo Café at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
    • Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort
    • Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
    • Everything POP Shopping and Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Disney Springs 

Gideon’s Bakehouse 

  • Pumpkin Cheesecake Snack Cakes: This hauntingly delicious gourmet treat features a layer of the softest spice cake topped with pumpkin cheesecake and dipped in high-quality dark chocolate (Limit two per person; available while supplies last) (New) 
  • Gideon’s Trading Card Series: Be on the lookout for free trading cards hidden at the bottom of every medium and large cookie box! You will also get a free Halfway to Halloween Promo Card with purchase for your collection during the event.
  • Barnabas Mephistophelittle Merchandise: Don’t forget to check out new merchandise featuring Gideon’s Halfway to Halloween Ambassador, Barnabas Mephistophelittle, including a collector’s pin and temporary tattoo! (New) 

Marketplace Snacks (Available April 20 through 23) 

  • Jack Skellington Bubble Waffle Sundae: Chocolate soft-serve, marshmallow fluff, hot fudge, orange sprinkles, chocolate shavings, chocolate pocky sticks, and a chocolate Jack Skellington garnish

B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. 

  • Donald Duck Candy Corn Sipper (Available while supplies last.)
Magic Kingdom Park 

Columbia Harbour House (Mobile order available) 

  • Happy Haunts Milk Shake: Blackberry milkshake topped with a purple chocolate-glazed doughnut covered with black sprinkles
Disneyland Resort 
Disneyland Park 

Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen and Pooh Corner (Available April 20 through 23)

  • Minnie Witch Apple: Granny Smith Apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in milk chocolate and dipped in white chocolate and orange M&M’S chocolate candies placed all over and rolled in purple sugar
  • Oogie Boogie Crisped Rice Treat: Oogie Boogie-shaped crisped rice treat dipped in green, white chocolate with a dark chocolate face
  • Jack Skellington Cake Pop: Vanilla cake pop dipped in white chocolate with dark chocolate face
Disney California Adventure Park 

Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff (Available April 20 through 23)

  • Minnie Witch Apple: Granny Smith Apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in milk chocolate and dipped in white chocolate and orange M&M’S chocolate candies placed all over and rolled in purple sugar
  • Oogie Boogie Crisped Rice Treat: Oogie Boogie-shaped crisped rice treat dipped in green, white chocolate with a dark chocolate face
  • Jack Skellington Cake Pop: Vanilla cake pop dipped in white chocolate with dark chocolate face
Downtown Disney District 

California Churro (Available April 20 through 23)

  • Halloween Churro: A churro rolled in cinnamon sugar, drizzled with peanut butter and chocolate sauce, and topped with peanut butter candy pieces

Kayla’s Cake (Available April 20 through 23) 

  • Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Macaron: Orange Jack-O-Lantern macaron with fruit-flavored crisped rice cereal buttercream filling (New) 

Marceline’s Confectionery (Available April 20 through 23)

  • Minnie Witch Apple: Granny Smith Apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in milk chocolate and dipped in white chocolate and orange M&M’S chocolate candies placed all over and rolled in purple sugar
  • Oogie Boogie Crisped Rice Treat: Oogie Boogie-shaped crisped rice treat dipped in green, white chocolate with a dark chocolate face
  • Jack Skellington Cake Pop: Vanilla cake pop dipped in white chocolate with dark chocolate face

As you can see, the Halloween happenings aren’t just limited to the fall! I hope you enjoy getting in the spirit early as much as I do. The festive fun and memories to be made are truly boundless at Disney Parks!

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Foodie Guide to Can’t-Miss Earth Month Treats 2023

Foodie Guide By March 27, 2023 No Comments

Let’s show our appreciation for our planet with special items inspired by Earth Day! While Earth Day and the 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park both fall on April 22, Walt Disney World Resort is celebrating the world around us and its creatures all throughout the month with the help of the talented Disney chefs and mixologists!

Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney Resort Hotels are bringing the beauty of Earth to the plate with delicious dishes like the Elephant Cupcake at Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus, the plant-based Chaat at Sanaa, and the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail Sundae from Tamu Tamu showcasing our very own gorilla – Kejana!

As part of Disney Planet Possible, we’re dedicated to reducing our environmental footprint, supporting conservation efforts, and finding ways for us all to take part in the magic of nature this Earth Month. With so many ways to enjoy Earth Month this year through your taste buds, be sure to continue that love of our planet all year long. Now, let’s explore this year’s Foodie Guide to Earth Month at Walt Disney World Resort.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Creature Comforts (Available March 28 through April 30)

  • Bee Hive Mousse Dome: Honey mousse on top of a brownie base with sugar bees
  • and white chocolate honeycomb (New)

Dawa Bar

  • Rum and Pineapple Cocktail: Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Blue Curaçao Liquor, sour mix, pineapple juice garnish with pineapple wedge showcasing the ocean. The drink takes its name “bahari” from the Swahili word for “ocean.”

Flame Tree Barbecue (Mobile order available)

  • Flamingo Cupcake: Strawberry cake, strawberry compote filling, guava buttercream, pink crispy pearls, sugar flamingo, and white chocolate wings (Available starting March 28)
  • Bubbling Pink Lagoon: Strawberry lemonade, Sprite, and kiwi flavoring (Also available with glow cube and available with vodka for guests 21 and over) (Available March 28 through April 30) (New)

Nomad Lounge (Available March 31 through April 30)

  • Gin and Bitters Cocktail: Cruxland Gin, bitters, and soda water garnished with a lemon wheel and honey simple syrup Inspired by the use of strategically placed beehives to protect the crops of African farmers from elephants (New)

Pizzafari (Available March 28 through April 30; mobile order available)

  • Elephant Cupcake: Graham cracker cake, pineapple filling with matcha buttercream, crispy pearls, and a stunning white chocolate elephant celebrating Earth Month (New)
  • Viva Gaia Tonic: Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade, Sprite, and cotton candy flavor with mint leaves (Also available with glow cube and available with vodka for guests 21 and over)(New)

Restaurantosaurus (Available March 28 through April 30; mobile order available)

  • Elephant Cupcake: Graham cracker cake, pineapple filling with matcha buttercream, crispy pearls, and a stunning white chocolate elephant celebrating Earth Month

Tamu Tamu (Available March 28 through April 30)

  • Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail Sundae: Brownie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, and trail crunch mix topped with a white chocolate image of Kejana (New)

Terra Treats

  • Roasted Mushroom & Leek Pizza: Plant-based offering with IMPOSSIBLE Meatballs, roasted mushrooms, braised leeks, and a dash of truffle oil (New) (Plant-based)

Tusker House

  • Bee Mini-cupcake included with buffet
  • A variety of plant-based items including Cauliflower Bunny Chow, Black-eyed Pea Salad, IMPOSSIBLE Bobotie, Feisty Green Beans, Tandoori Tomatoes, Carrot and Chickpea Salad, Jollof Rice with Plant-based Sausage, Garlic-leek Hummus, and Harira Soup

Available at Isle of Java, Terra Treats, Thirsty River Bar, and Outdoor Ice Cream Carts (Available March 28)

  • Tiger Eye Gold: Refreshing, light golden ale brewed with a blend of malt and rice and finished with hops from the Pacific Northwest that impart a hint of citrus flavor and the aroma of mandarin orange blossoms

Available at Dawa Bar, Eight Spoon Café, Restaurantosaurus Lounge, Thirsty River Bar, TriloBites, and Warung Outpost (Available April 2 through 30)

  • Honey Bee Citrus Ale: Celebrating our pollinators, this ale is a light, slightly sweet, honey ale with a crisp clean finish
Disney Resort Hotels

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

The Mara (Available April 22 only; mobile order available)

  • Cactus Cake: Chocolate cake, peanut butter filling, strawberry jam, and buttercream (New)

Sanaa (Available April 1 through 30)

  • Chaat: Seasonal vegetables from The Land at EPCOT and potato croquette with chana masala, kale pakora, tamarind, coriander chutney, and coconut raita (New) (Plant-based)

Available at Various Table-service Restaurants and Disney Resort Hotel Lounges including California GrillJiko: The Cooking PlaceBoma: Flavors of Africa, Victoria Falls, Flying Fish, Belle Vue Lounge, and AbracadaBAR (Available April 1 through May 31)

  • Honeycomb Cocktail: A tribute to global conservation through bee pollination featuring Four Roses Bourbon, lemon juice, and honey garnished with a dehydrated blood orange and honeycomb (New)

Available at Various Pool Bars Across Disney Resort Hotels (Available April 1 through May 31)

  • Cucumber Gimlet: Inspired by bright, refreshing flavors of spring and garden vegetables like cucumber, lime juice, and simple syrup topped with soda water with a chili-lime rim and cucumber garnish (New)

Happy Earth Month! Remember to continue your support of the planet beyond just the month of April. And be sure to take your own foodie adventures all throughout Disney Parks – the possibilities are endless.

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Foodie Guide to Easter 2023 at Disney Parks

Foodie Guide By March 21, 2023 Tags: , , No Comments

Happy Easter, foodies! As April 9 is quickly approaching, we’re happy to share with you some egg-cellent eats and sips coming to Disney Parks across the globe. The culinary, pastry, and beverage teams all brought their best with tons of items blooming with flavor.

This year, Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Shanghai Disney Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, and Tokyo Disney Resort are all joining in on the festivities with can’t-miss items like the Thumper Carrot Cake from Walt Disney World Resort, or the classic Easter Eggs from Disneyland Resort. And the excitement doesn’t stop with just these delights.

Adding to the egg-travaganza are the famous Easter egg displays at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels. These incredible displays showcase dozens of hand-crafted eggs created by our talented pastry teams featuring some of your favorite Disney characters, stories, and locations.

Grab your peeps and your appetite for this Foodie Guide, because these adorably delicious items are worth the hop over to Disney Parks!

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Walt Disney World Resort 

Disney Resort Hotels 

Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, and Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort 

World Premiere Food Court, Intermission Food Court, and End Zone Food Court (Available April 1 through 30; mobile order available) 

  • Thumper Carrot Cake: Carrot cake with cream cheese icing (New) 
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge 

The Mara (Available April 1 through 9; mobile order available) 

  • Carrot Cake Cheesecake Tart: Carrot cake, pineapple, and vanilla cheesecake (New) 
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort 

Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP Shopping & Dining (Available April 1 through 30; mobile order available) 

  • Coconut Sugar Bunny Cupcake: Carrot cake with pineapple filling topped with cream cheese buttercream and coconut sugar
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Disney’s Beach Club Resort 

Beach Club Marketplace (Available March 20 through April 9; mobile order available) 

  • Carrot Garden Fudge: Chocolate fudge with a vanilla carrot decorated cookie (New)
  • Orange-Vanilla Bunny Tart: Orange vanilla mousse with a chocolate filled vanilla tart and orange marmalade (New) 
  • Easter Chocolate Donald Egg and Easter Chocolate Daisy Egg: Chocolate Easter eggs decorated to look like Donald Duck and Daisy Duck (New) 

Beaches & Cream Soda Shop (Available April 1 through 30) 

  • Carrot Cake Milkshake: Vanilla milkshake with toasted marshmallow, pineapple, and shortcake topped with a specialty carrot cake (New) 

Easter Egg Display at Disney’s Beach Club Resort Lobby (Available March 20 through April 9)

  • This year, Pastry Chef Michael Craig and his team were inspired by the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival and Pixar’s Finding Nemo when creating their beautiful egg display.
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Disney’s BoardWalk 

BoardWalk Deli and Carousel Coffee (Available April 1 through 9; mobile order available at BoardWalk Deli only) 

  • Coconut Macaroon Nest: Coconut macaroon and chocolate eggs
  • Chocolate-covered Strawberry ‘Carrots’
  • Italian Easter Sweet Bread: Citrus-scented dough, almond cream, and filled chocolate egg (New) 
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Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort 

Centertown Market and Spyglass Grill (Available April 1 through 30; mobile order available) 

  • Spring Treat Box: Carrot cake with cream cheese icing, mini brownie, lemon shortbread cookies, and a chocolate-dipped strawberry (New) 
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Disney’s Contemporary Resort 

Contempo Café (Available through April 9; mobile order available) 

  • Spring Bunny Tart: Honey pastry cream topped with lemon curd and strawberry Chantilly cream (New) 
  • Spring Coconut Macaroons: Coconut macaroon, dulce de leche macaroon, and chocolate macaroon decorated to look like a bunny tail (New) 
  • Peanut Butter Eggs: Peanut butter milk chocolate crunch egg coated in chocolate (New) 
  • Hummingbird Cake: Cake with pineapple, banana, and pecans drizzled with caramel icing (New) 
  • Five-legged Goat Cookie: Citrus-scented gluten free sugar cookie with an edible image of the Five-legged Goat (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
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Steakhouse 71 (Available April 9 only) 

  • Brunch: Gather family and friends to enjoy delicious dishes from this special menu including:
    • Floridian Eggs Benedict: Two poached eggs and a crab cake with hollandaise atop toasted English muffins served with breakfast potatoes
    • Bacon & Eggs: Maple-lacquered pork belly, smoked cheese grits, and a perfect egg
    • Exclusive to Brunch: Hummingbird Bread Pudding featuring pineapple, banana, coconut bread pudding with candied pecans, salted caramel, and cream cheese ice cream

Easter Egg Display at Disney’s Contemporary Resort (Available through April 9 on the 4th floor)

  • Pastry Chef Jeff Barnes and his team are egg-cited to offer a curated collection of new and returning hand-crafted chocolate Easter eggs to the resort this year. Some standouts include inspiration from Tron, The Nightmare Before Christmas, and even a Mickey Mouse Popcorn Bucket!
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Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort 

Barcelona Lounge 

  • Bunny Ear Cupcake: Yellow cupcake flavored with pineapple juice and a pineapple filling topped with buttercream (New) (Available April 1 through 9) 
  • Bird of Paradise Refresher: Strawberry, lemonade, passion fruit juice, and passion fruit boba (Available April 1 through May 31)

Three Bridges Bar and Grill (Available April 1 through May 31)

  • Botanical Blossom Sangria: Macabeo Wine, Ketel One Botanicals Grapefruit & Rose Vodka, Combier Crème Pamplemousse Rose, Lush Grenadine, and Minute Maid Premium Lemonade (New) 
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Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa 

Gasparilla’s Island Grill (Available through April 9; mobile order available) 

  • Cream Cheese Carrot Coffee Cake: Carrot coffee cake filled with cream cheese topped with fondant and orange sugar
  • Vanilla Bean Cupcake Sampler: Four vanilla bean cupcakes decorated with Easter décor (New) 

The Grand Cottage at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Lobby (Available through April 9) 

  • Back for the second year, The Grand Cottage features over 15 treats hand-crafted by the talented Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Bakery, led by Pastry Chef Kristine Farmer. Be sure to try returning favorites like the Hot-cross Buns, Carrot Blondie Pop, and the Grand Egg as well as exciting new offerings like the Lemon Blueberry Whoopie Pie, Confetti Cake Pop, and the plant-based Bunny burrow Dirt Cup.

Easter Egg Display at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Lobby (Available through April 9) 

The Culinary Team has created an impressive display of hand-made chocolate eggs to accompany The Grand Cottage. Inspiration behind this year’s new eggs includes Orange Bird, The Country Bear Jamboree, Main Street Electrical Parade, and even a life-sized Kevin from “UP!”

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Disney’s Old Key West Resort and Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa 

Good’s Food to Go and The Artist’s Palette (Available April 1 through 30; mobile order available at The Artist’s Palette only) 

  • Carrot Cake with cream cheese icing
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort 

Pineapple Lanai (Available April 7 through 9) 

  • Easter Soft-serve: Pink, vanilla soft-serve with toasted marshmallow flavors topped with Easter sprinkles
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter and Riverside

Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory and Riverside Mill Food Court (Available April 1 through 30; mobile order available)

  • Carrot Patch Cupcake: Carrot cake with cream cheese icing (New) 
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Disney’s Riviera Resort

Le Petit Café (Available April 1 through 9) 

  • Golden Egg: Raspberry mousse, milk chocolate mousse, and pistachio financier (New) 

Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera (Available April 1 through 9) 

  • Torta di Carote: Italian carrot cake, mascarpone Cremieux, black currant-raspberry gel, carrot truffles, and brown butter ice cream (New) 
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Roaring Fork (Available April 1 through 9; mobile order available) 

  • Chocolate Bunny: Dark chocolate bunny with Easter quins and jellybeans
  • Bunny Cupcake: Carrot cake, orange curd filling, and maple buttercream with a cheesecake bunny on top

Geyser Point Bar & Grill (Available April 1 through May 31) 

  • Spring Margarita Flight featuring Teremana Blanco Tequila with four springtime flavors: Key lime, elderflower, lavender, and grapefruit (New) 
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Disney’s Yacht Club Resort 

Market at Ale & Compass (Available March 20 through April 9; mobile order available) 

  • Carrot Garden Fudge: Chocolate fudge with a vanilla carrot decorated cookie (New) 
  • Orange-Vanilla Bunny Tart: Orange vanilla mousse with a chocolate filled vanilla tart and orange marmalade (New) 
  • Easter Chocolate Donald Egg and Easter Chocolate Daisy Egg: Chocolate Easter eggs decorated to look like Donald Duck and Daisy Duck (New) 

Available at Various Disney Resort Hotels (Available April 1 through May 31; mobile order available) 

  • Spring (Plant-based) Fling: Chocolate cupcake with vanilla “buttercream” and bouquet of sprinkles (New) (Plant-based) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly); Available at the following:
  • World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
    • Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
    • End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
    • Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
    • Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
    • Spyglass Grill at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
    • Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
    • Riverside Mill Food Court at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
    • Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort

Available at Various Table-Service Restaurants and Lounges at Resorts (Available April 1 through May 31) 

  • Blood Orange Martini: Skyy Infusions Blood Orange Vodka and orange juice topped with Ruffino Prosecco and garnished with a dehydrated blood orange wheel (New)
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Disney Springs 

Amorette’s Patisserie (Available April 1 through 9) 

  • Easter Petit Cake: Vanilla chiffon, berry compote, berry mousse, and cream cheese mousse (New) 

The Ganachery (Available through April 9) 

  • Bunny Minnie Chocolate Piñata: Milk chocolate piñata filled with Easter treats
  • Easter Ganache Pop: Strawberry ganache pop enrobed in dark chocolate
  • Milk Chocolate Marshmallows: Vanilla marshmallows enrobed in milk chocolate
  • Chocolate Surprise Bunny: Milk chocolate bunny filled with marshmallow treats

Swirls on the Water (Available April 1 through 30) 

  • Easter Basket Nachos: DOLE Whip raspberry, cotton candy soft-serve, jellybeans, raspberry sauce, strawberry boba, whip cream, and waffle chips (New) 
  • Cotton Candy Cone: DOLE Whip raspberry, cotton candy soft-serve, celebration cone, and sprinkles (New) 

Disney’s Vero Beach Resort 

Wind & Waves Grill (Available April 9 only) 

  • Easter Brunch including house-made hot cross buns, chicken and waffles, Monte Cristo sandwiches, omelet station, beverage specials, and more.
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Disneyland Resort 

Disneyland Park 

Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen and Pooh Corner (Available through April 9) 

  • Easter Eggs: Chocolate and peanut butter flavors
  • Bunny Cake Pop
  • Bunny Crisped Rice Treat
  • Strawberry Mickey Wand

Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (Available through April 9; mobile order available) 

  • Tuna Sandwich with Chips: Tuna salad, lettuce, and tomato on a brioche bun served with house-made chips
Disney California Adventure Park 

Smokejumpers Grill (Available through April 9; mobile order available) 

  • Fish & Chips: Beer-battered local rockfish and crinkle-cut fries served with remoulade, slaw, and lime (New) (Kid’s version available) 
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Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff (Available through April 9) 

  • Bunny Cake Pop
  • Bunny Crisped Rice Treat
  • Strawberry Mickey Wand
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Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

GCH Craftsman Grill (Available through April 9; mobile order available) 

  • Mickey Mouse-shaped Easter Donut
  • Bunny Cupcake
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GCH Holiday Cart (Available through April 9) 

  • Easter Basket Cookie
  • Bunny Crisped Rice Treat
  • Easter Cookie
  • Carrot Cake Loaf
  • Easter Cookie Treat Box
  • Waffle Cookie Shot with choice of milk, low-fat milk, chocolate milk, or strawberry milk (Alcoholic version available for guests 21 and over) 

Storytellers Cafe (Available April 9 only)

  • Grab the family to celebrate Easter at a brunch or dinner buffet joined by some iconic Disney pals (Reservations can be made on the Disneyland Resort website or Disneyland app and are highly recommended. Same-day reservations can be made on a limited basis and subject to availability.)
Disneyland Hotel

Goofy’s Kitchen (Available April 9 only) 

  • Enjoy either a brunch or dinner buffet filled with delicious dishes and some of your favorite Disney characters on Easter (Reservations can be made on the Disneyland Resort website or Disneyland app and are highly recommended. Same-day reservations can be made on a limited basis and subject to availability.)
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Downtown Disney District 

Marceline’s Confectionery (Available through April 9) 

  • Bunny Cake Pop
  • Bunny Crisped Rice Treat
  • Strawberry Mickey Wand
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Shanghai Disney Resort

Shanghai Disneyland 

CookieAnn Bakery Café (Available through May 31) 

  • Madeleine Cake (New) 
  • Sakura Cheesecake (New) 
  • Blood Orange Mousse Cake (New) 
  • Classic Cheesecake (New) 

Il Paperino (Available through May 31) 

  • Sakura Peach & Vanilla-flavored Ice Cream Cone (New) 
  • Pistachio-flavored Ice Cream Cone (New) 
  • Sakura Peach-flavored Ice Cream Cone (New)
  • LinaBell Waffle with Sakura Peach and Vanilla-flavored Ice Cream (New) 
  • Waffle with Pistachio Flavored Ice Cream (New)

Mickey & Pals Market Café (Available through May 31) 

  • Mickey & Pals Market Café Duffy and Friends Spring Afternoon Tea for Two featuring an array of delicious mousse cakes, brownies, and beverages, with every dessert carefully crafted with cute Duffy and Friends elements (New) 

Royal Banquet Hall (Available on weekends through May 31) 

  • Royal Banquet Hall Chocolate Fountain Weekend Afternoon Tea for Two
Shanghai Disneyland Hotel 

Lumière’s Kitchen (Available April 8 through 9 and May 13 through 14) 

  • Lumière’s Kitchen Spring Season Brunch Buffet featuring delicious roasted beef steak, selected seafood, sashimi, tempura, live cooking delicacies with spring seasonal ingredients, and themed desserts (New)
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort

Hong Kong Disneyland Park 

Main Street Corner Cafe Hosted by Coca-Cola (Available March 31 through June 22)

  • Duffy and Friends Afternoon Tea Set features cute snacks and delightful desserts (New) 

Outdoor Vending Carts (Available March 31 through June 22)

  • Duffy and Friends Treats featuring donut, dessert cake, and buns (New) 
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Tokyo Disney Resort

Tokyo DisneySea

Zambini Brother’s Ristorante (Available through May 31)

  • Zambini’s Special Set: Pepperoncino is made with rape blossoms, which are said to herald the arrival of spring, yellow eggs are inspired by mimosa, as well as shrimps, clams, and scallops

Restaurant Sakura (Available April 10 through August 31)

  • Sparkling Drink with Amanatsu Orange and cherry blossom flavors
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22 Gluten/Wheat Friendly and Plant-Based Items at 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

Special Events By March 19, 2023 Tags: , No Comments
  • 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival runs March 1- July 5, 2023
  • 22 plant-based or gluten/wheat friendly items available at select booths
  • Returning booths include The Honey Bee-stro Hosted by National Honey BoardThe Citrus Blossom and Trowel & Trellis Hosted by IMPOSSIBLE

EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is here and in full swing! The festival will run from March 1  to July 5, 2023 and there are more than 15 Outdoor Kitchens blooming with delicious eats and sips that are sure to satisfy your palate. There are some fan favorite booths returning such as The Honey Bee-stro Hosted by National Honey Board and Trowel & Trellis Hosted by IMPOSSIBLE, along with 54 new dishes making their debut at this year’s festival! You can get a full look at all menu items coming to the festival by checking out the Disney Eats Foodie Guide.

Whether you have special dietary needs or just looking to enjoy some delicious plant-based options, we’ve compiled a full list of 22 plant-based and/or gluten/wheat friendly food items you can find at the festival! So with that, let’s take a look!

Gluten/Wheat Friendly Items
EPCOT Farmers Feast (Near Test Track presented by Chevrolet) 
  • Chilled Potato and Leek Soup “Vichyssoise” with bacon lardons, potato croutons, chive oil, and crispy leeks (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) (Available March 1 through April 8)
  • Barbecued Seared Pork Tenderloin with summer succotash, herb butter, and grapefruit vinaigrette (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) (Available May 20 through July 5)
Seared Scallops
Northern Bloom (Canada)
  • Seared Scallops with French green beans, butter potatoes, brown butter vinaigrette, and Nueske’s Applewood-smoked Bacon (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
BAUERNMARKT: FARMER’S MARKET (Germany)
  • Potato Pancake with caramelized ham, onions, and herb sour cream (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
Quesadilla de Flor de Calabaza
Quesadilla de Flor de Calabaza
Jardin de Fiestas (Mexico)
  • Quesadilla de Flor de Calabaza: House-made masa tortillas with squash blossoms, bacon, onion, zucchini, and cheese (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) 
  • Taco Vampiro: Barbacoa Beef in a Corn Tortilla with crispy grilled monterey jack cheese, salsa ranchera, and esquites (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) 
Plant-Based Food Items
Avocado Toast
BRUNCHCOT (Near Test Track presented by Chevrolet)
  • Avocado Toast with marinated toybox tomatoes on toasted ciabatta (Plant-based) 
Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with Savory Garlic Spread and Spicy Corn Chips
Florida Fresh (Near Disney Traders)
  • Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with savory garlic spread and spicy corn chips (New) (Plant-based) 
  • Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with savory garlic spread and plant-based cotija cheese (Plant-based)
Hummus Trio
Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina (Morocco)
  • Hummus Trio: Traditional hummus, red beet and black garlic hummus, and avocado-herb hummus with Moroccan bread and crispy papadam (New) (Plant-based)  
  • Grilled Chicken or Lamb Kebabs with Carrot-Chickpea Salad and Garlic Aïoli (Gluten/Wheat Friendly)
La Isla Fresca Between Morocco and France
  • Coconut Tres Leches: Vanilla cake soaked in oat milk, almond milk, and coconut milk with toasted coconut (Plant-based) 
Pineapple Promenade Near Port of Entry
  • DOLE Whip (Plant-based) 
Chocolate Cake and Boneless IMPOSSIBLE Korean Short Rib
Trowel & Trellis Hosted by IMPOSSIBLE Near Port of Entry
  • Boneless IMPOSSIBLE Korean Short Rib with cilantro-lime rice, Danmuji slaw, and kimchee mayonnaise (Plant-based) 
  • IMPOSSIBLE Lumpia with Thai sweet chili sauce (New) (Plant-based)
  • Chocolate Cake with black currant ganache, mixed berry compote, and chocolate ice cream (New) (Plant-based)  
The Land Cart hosted by Advent Health
  • Vegetable Plate: Broccoli, carrot sticks, and tomatoes with dip (Plant-based) 
  • Pretzels with Hummus Dip (Plant-based)
  • Cookies ‘n “Cream” Chocolate Mousse Cup (Plant-based) 
Gluten/Wheat Friendly & Plant-Based Food Items
Refreshment Outpost)
  • Pineapple Skewer with Tajin seasoning (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) (Plant-based) 
BAUERNMARKT: FARMER’S MARKET (Germany)
  • Potato Pancakes with house-made apple sauce (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) (Plant-based) 

And there you have it, the 22 dishes that are plant-based and/or gluten/wheat friendly! I don’t know about you, but we’re excited to try out as many of these items and more at this year’s festival. If you’re looking to dine outside of the festival booths, you can request to speak with a chef or a special diets-trained cast member at most table-service and select quick-service restaurants.

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First Look at Brand-New Energy Bytes at Magic Kingdom Park

Foodie Guide By March 14, 2023 No Comments

As we are gearing up for TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise to blast off in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom Park in just a few short weeks, we’ve also got some exciting foodie news for you. Tomorrowland will soon be home to another new foodie spot – Energy Bytes!

This new kiosk will be serving up some tasty eats and sips for you to grab, drawing inspiration from the futuristic environment around you. Whether you’re looking for some breakfast bites, savory snacks, sweet treats, or refreshing beverages, this new spot will soon become a go-to pitstop as you venture into the world of Tomorrowland.

Chocolate Cake Doughnut Holes and Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee from Brand-New Energy Bytes at Magic Kingdom Park

If you’re kicking off your morning in Magic Kingdom Park, Energy Bytes has some breakfast delights for you. For those wanting a sweet start to the day, the tasty Chocolate Cake Doughnut Holes topped with mocha sauce are a perfect option. With each “byte” you’ll be begging for more! The coffee lovers out there will also have a new caffeinated beverage to try – Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee topped with a yummy mocha sauce. This iced sip is the perfect combination of that classic coffee flavor with a touch of sweetness. These will surely be on my list to start my Magic Kingdom morning!

Digital Dumplings – Buffalo Chicken and Digital Dumplings – Beef & Broccoli from Brand-New Energy Bytes at Magic Kingdom Park

Now onto the savory options. If you love buffalo chicken and dumplings, you’re in luck because Energy Bytes is combining both of these classics into one delicious concoction – Digital Dumplings – Buffalo Chicken. Yes, you heard that right. This bite perfectly combines chicken dumplings, blue cheese powder, and cayenne pepper broth.

And these aren’t the only dumplings coming to Tomorrowland. There is another dish soon to be served up. The Digital Dumplings – Beef & Broccoli is out of this world as it transforms this iconic dish into dumpling form with beef dumplings, broccoli pesto, and ginger-soy broth. How delicious! I don’t know about you, but these snacks are already making me hungry.

Strawberry IceOform from Brand-New Energy Bytes at Magic Kingdom Park

For those looking for a little sweet pick-me-up, Energy Bytes has you covered too. The Strawberry IceOform is the ultimate refreshing treat with the sweetness of the strawberry ice cream mochi, graham crackers, and even a little bit of cheesecake foam to finish it off. It not only looks beautiful but tastes great too!

Watermelon Refresher from Brand-New Energy Bytes at Magic Kingdom Park

Last, but certainly not least, we’ve got the Watermelon Refresher with yuzu and gingerThis frozen sip will take you to another world with tasty flavors. Just take a peek at how good it looks! It’ll be the perfect accompaniment for any of the other yummy items available at this location.

Well, there you have it – all the must-try items coming to the newest food and beverage location at Magic Kingdom Park. We can’t wait to welcome you to Energy Bytes soon!

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Foodie Guide to St. Patrick’s Day 2023

Foodie Guide By March 12, 2023 No Comments

Happy St. Patrick’s Day, foodies! It’s nearly March 17, and you know what that means — we’ve got all the themed items you can enjoy for the festivities this year. And trust me, these items will sham-rock your world!

Both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort are joining in on the fun and serving up some charming eats and sips throughout the month of March that will let you get in the Irish spirit. You’ll feel like you’ve struck gold once you set your eyes on these items, like The Nugget, an adorably delicious treat from Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, the new Lucky Leprechaun at Disney’s Coronado Springs, and a green twist on a classic with the Green Stuff at Red Rose Taverne.

Well, it’s time we shamrock and roll and get to the Foodie Guide.

St. Patrick’s Day Cake, St. Patrick’s Day Parfait, Mickey Shamrock Milkshake and Mint Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
Walt Disney World Resort
Disney Resort Hotels

Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, and Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort

World Premiere Food Court, Intermission Food Court, and End Zone Food Court (Available March 10 through 17; mobile order available)

  • St. Patrick’s Day Cake: Irish cream cake with mint ganache, buttercream, fondant rainbow, and a chocolate pot of gold (New)

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort

Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP Shopping & Dining (Available March 10 through 17; mobile order available)

  • St. Patrick’s Day Parfait: Layers of green velvet cake, ganache and Irish crème cheesecake topped with sweet cream and white chocolate shamrock décor (New)

Disney’s Beach Club Resort

Beaches & Cream Soda Shop (Available through March 31)

  • Mickey Shamrock Milkshake: Mint milkshake with chocolate drizzle, shamrock sprinkles and a specialty vanilla cupcake (New)

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Centertown Market and Spyglass Grill (Available March 10 through 17; mobile order available)

  • Mint Chocolate Chip Cheesecake: mint chocolate brownie topped with vanilla cheesecake, whipped mint ganache, and house-made chocolate décor
St. Patrick’s Day Cupcake from Contempo Café and Lucky Leprechaun from Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Contempo Café (Available through March 17; mobile order available)

  • St. Patrick’s Day Cupcake: Chocolate cake filled with gold crisp pearls with green buttercream, green sugar, shamrock sprinkles and a white chocolate Minnie Mouse topper

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago (Available March 10 through 17)

  • Lucky Leprechaun: Whiskey coffee custard, whiskey-soaked cake, and pistachio mousse topped with a dark chocolate shamrock (New)

Disney’s Old Key West Resort

Good’s Food to Go (Available through March 17)

  • Mickey Pot of Gold: Stout-chocolate cake filled with Irish cream mousse dipped in chocolate shell, buttercream, gold sprinkles, and rainbow gummy (New)
Mint Chocolate Chip Cheesecake from Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory and Mickey Shamrock Beignet from Scat Cat’s Club – Café

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory (Available March 10 through 17; mobile order available)

  • Mint Chocolate Chip Cheesecake: Mint chocolate brownie topped with vanilla cheesecake and whipped mint ganache with chocolate décor

Scat Cat’s Club – Café (Available through March 31)

  • Mickey Shamrock Beignet: Mickey-shaped beignet, chocolate-mint ganache, milkshake pipette, and shamrock décor (New)

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

Riverside Mill Food Court (Available March 10 through 17; mobile order available)

  • Mint Chocolate Chip Cheesecake: Mint chocolate brownie topped with vanilla cheesecake and whipped mint ganache with chocolate décor
Caramel-Hazelnut Profiteroles from Le Petit Café, Mickey Pot of Gold from Good’s Food to Go, Lucky Irish Cone from Backstretch Pool Bar and The Nugget from Roaring Fork

Disney’s Riviera Resort

Le Petit Café (Available March 17 only)

  • Caramel-Hazelnut Profiteroles: Caramel-hazelnut custard-filled chocolate profiteroles with chocolate ganache

Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

The Artist’s Palette (Available through March 17; mobile order available)

  • Mickey Pot of Gold: Stout-chocolate cake filled with Irish cream mousse dipped in a chocolate shell, buttercream, gold sprinkles, and rainbow gummy (New)

Backstretch Pool Bar (Available through March 17)

  • Lucky Irish Cone: Cake cone, vanilla soft-serve, chocolate sandwich cookies, and gold sprinkles (New)

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Roaring Fork (Available through March 17; mobile order available)

  • The Nugget: Vanilla bean mousse, Irish stout cake, and salted caramel ganache (New)
My Lucky (Plant-based) Clover Cupcake

Available at Various Disney Resort Hotels (Available through March 31; mobile order available)

  • My Lucky (Plant-based) Clover Cupcake: Chocolate cupcake with vanilla buttercream and sprinkles (New) (Plant-based);Available at the following:
    • World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
    • Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
    • End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
    • Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
    • Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
    • Spyglass Grill at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
    • Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
    • Riverside Mill Food Court at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
    • Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
St. Patrick’s Day Irish Coffee Tart
EPCOT

Sunshine Seasons (Available March 17 only)

  • St. Patrick’s Day Irish Coffee Tart: Chocolate coffee tart topped with mint mousse, Irish coffee crémeux, and shamrock garnish (New)

Rose & Crown

  • Fish and Chips: Rose & Crown’s Signature Dish: Beer-battered and served with tartar sauce
  • Shepherd’s Pie: Ground beef, seasonal vegetables, English peas, and mashed potatoes with Irish cheddar
  • Leaping Leprechaun: Jameson Irish Whiskey, Don Q Cristal Rum, SVEDKA Vodka, melon liqueur, and sweet-and-sour topped with Sprite
St. Patrick's Day Petit Cake
Disney Springs

Amorette’s Patisserie (Available March 10 through 18)

  • St. Patrick’s Day Petit Cake: Whiskey-soaked spiced chiffon cake with layers of Irish cream mousse, caramel banana mousse, and candied walnuts (New)
  • St. Patrick’s Day Chocolate-covered Strawberries
Irish Loaded Fries and Irish Bangers & Mash from City Works Eatery & Pour House

City Works Eatery & Pour House (Available through March 17)

  • Irish Loaded Fries: House-made corned beef, hardwood-smoked bacon, Guinness braised onions, IPA cheese sauce, green onions, and waffle fries
  • Pastrami Reuben: House-made pastrami, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing, and bacon-braised sauerkraut on marble rye
  • Irish Bangers & Mash: Grilled Louisiana hot link, smoked cheddar and horseradish potato purée, caramelized cabbage, and Guinness onion gravy
  • Irish Mule: Jameson Irish Whiskey, lime juice, bitters, and ginger beer
  • Dark Side of The Moon: Blue Moon and Guinness
  • Snakebite: Angry Orchard Crisp Apple and Guinness
  • Voodoo: Reubaus and Guinness

The Daily Poutine (Available through March 31)

  • Irish Pork Bangers Poutine: Irish cheddar, onion marmalade, stout gravy, and french fries
Dublin Burger from D-Luxe Burger

D-Luxe Burger (Available through March 31; mobile order available)

  • Dublin Burger: Two pressed signature blend patties with Irish cheddar, corned beef, shoestring fried onions, Irish stout barbecue, lettuce, tomato
St. Patrick's Day Mickey Piñata and Milk Chocolate Irish Cream Ganache Squares from The Ganachery

The Ganachery (Available through March 19)

  • St. Patrick’s Day Mickey Piñata: Chocolate piñata filled with mint marshmallows enrobed in chocolate, white crisp pearls, and green sprinkles
  • Milk Chocolate Irish Cream Ganache Square
  • Dark Chocolate Irish Whiskey Ganache Square
Authentic fish & chips from Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant and Irish Coffee Cupcake from Sprinkles

Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant

  • Revelers can enjoy Raglan Road’s Signature Brew Flight, whiskey flight, or craft beers, wines, and hand-crafted cocktails of their choice while choosing from the chef’s selection of authentic Irish dishes, including the dry-aged prime short rib and brisket beef OMG Burger, Shepherd’s Pie (beef and lamb version or the popular plant-based option), and fresh-caught fish with chips. The authentic fish & chips also are available to go at the adjacent Cooke’s of Dublin counter.

Salt & Straw (Available through March 30)

  • Pots of Gold & Rainbows: Hand-sorted rainbow marshmallows tossed into cereal milk ice cream

Sprinkles (Available March 13 through 19)

  • Irish Coffee Cupcake: Chocolate coffee cake filled with marshmallow, topped with Irish whiskey green-vanilla buttercream frosting, and finished with a clover décor (This cupcake contains a small amount of alcohol; for adults 21+)
St. Patrick’s Day Cone and Bailey’s Chocolate Float from Swirls on the Water

Swirls on the Water (Available through March 31)

  • St. Patrick’s Day Cone: Chocolate and mint soft-serve swirled in a black vanilla cone topped with gold sprinkles (New)
  • Bailey’s Chocolate Float: Frozen hot chocolate with mint soft serve and Bailey’s Irish Cream float (New)
Marshmallow Cereal Shake and Pistachio Bombolato Vivoli il Gelato

Vivoli il Gelato (Available through March 31)

  • Shamrock Shake: Mint chocolate chip gelato and pistachio gelato topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings
  • Pistachio Bombolato: Pistachio gelato and chocolate sauce in a warm Italian donut
  • Mint Cannoli: Sweet cream of ricotta cheese, sugar, mint, and chocolate shavings in a crispy pastry shell
  • Marshmallow Cereal Cannoli: Ricotta cheese and marshmallow cereal
  • Marshmallow Cereal Bombolato: Marshmallow cereal and vanilla icing
  • Marshmallow Cereal Shake: Vanilla gelato and marshmallow cereal topped with a bombolato
Green Stuff from Red Rose Taverne
Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Park

Red Rose Taverne (Available through March 19; mobile order available)

  • Green Stuff: Mint-white-chocolate mousse, chocolate cake, mint chocolate chips, and chocolate cookie crumbs on a shortbread cookie
Disney California Adventure Park

Hollywood Lounge (Available March 17 through 19; mobile order available)

  • St Patty’s Cocktail: Irish whiskey, melon liqueur, and sour mix garnished with a cherry (New)
Leprechaun Cupcake and Mickey Mouse-shaped Leprechaun Donut from GCH Craftsman Grill
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

GCH Craftsman Grill (Available March 11 through April 9; mobile order available)

  • Leprechaun Cupcake
  • Mickey Mouse-shaped Leprechaun Donut

Hearthstone Lounge (Available March 11 through 19)

  • Sláinte Agatsa: Tullamore D.E.W., amaretto, crème de mûre, apple, lime and lemon juices, and simple syrup garnished with raspberries and a rosemary sprig (New)
O’ Reuben Burger from Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes, Shamrock Churro from California Churro, Pistachio Macarons from Kayla’s Cake and Pots of Gold & Rainbows from Salt & Straw
Downtown Disney District

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes (Available through March 31)

  • O’ Reuben Burger: Prime beef and corned-beef blended patty, beer braised cabbage and onions, diced pickles, Swiss cheese, and whiskey mustard sauce (New)

California Churro (Available through March 19)

  • Shamrock Churro: Churro rolled in cookies and cream crumbs, drizzled with green mint icing, and sprinkled with gold and green edible glitter (New)

Kayla’s Cake

  • Pistachio Macarons: Green macaron cookies with Sicilian pistachio white chocolate ganache

Naples Ristorante e Bar (Available March 17 through 19)

  • Irish Nacho Pizza: Mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, potato, crème fraîche, and green onions (New)
  • Warm Irish Hug: Irish whiskey, Irish cream liqueur, coffee, and whipped cream with a drizzle of creme de menthe (New)

Salt & Straw (Available through March 30)

  • Pots of Gold & Rainbows: Hand-sorted rainbow marshmallows tossed into cereal milk ice cream
Shamrock Strike from Splitsville Luxury Lanes and Irish Burger of the Month paired with featured Irish Stout Beer from Uva Bar & Cafe

Splitsville Luxury Lanes (Available March 17 only)

  • Shamrock Strike: Vodka, rum gin, triple sec, melon liqueur, and Sprite

Sprinkles (Available March 13 through 19)

  • Irish Coffee Cupcake: Chocolate coffee cake filled with marshmallow, topped with Irish whiskey green-vanilla buttercream frosting, and finished with a clover decoration (This cupcake contains a small amount of alcohol; for adults 21+)

Uva Bar & Cafe

  • Irish Burger of the Month paired with featured Irish Stout Beer: Angus beef patty, sauerkraut, bratwurst, pickles, Swiss cheese, bacon-braised red cabbage, and whole grain honey mustard (New) (Available through March 31)
  • Corned Beef, Cabbage, and Potato Plate (New) (Available March 17 through 19)

Wetzel’s Pretzels (Available March 13 through 19)

  • Frozen Chocolate Shamrock: Frozen mint chocolate drink topped with whipped cream and shamrock sprinkles (New)

We hope you have a happy, lucky, and food-filled St. Patrick’s Day this year! And keep coming back throughout the year to experience the endless foodie adventures you can have at Disney Parks.

(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)

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