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Foodie Guide to Halloween Sweets and Treats at Disneyland Resort

Foodie Guide By Courtney Harris August 29, 2022 Tags: Disneyland, Foodie Guide, halloween, walt disney world No Comments

Ghosts, ghouls, and foodie lovers alike – the time has come for ghoulish sweets and treats to invade Disneyland Resort. This Halloween season, which runs from September 2 through October 31, all across this magical place you’ll find goodies that have been masterfully concocted by Disney chefs and mixologists. And let me tell you, these goodies are not to be missed!

Your tastebuds will be transported to the Halloween celebrations happening throughout the resort. At Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor, the mouthwatering Rocky Road Halloween Sundae will put a spell on you. Over at the Pacific Wharf Café, the Chocolate-Espresso Bread Pudding is sure to catch your eye. And what better way to commemorate your Halloween adventure than with the Zero Light-Up Premium Bucket?

Once you see all of these eats and sips, you’ll want them all in your treat bag. So, let’s get to it!

Disneyland Park

Alien Pizza Planet (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Supernova Pizza Special: Spicy blush sauce, Italian sausage, classic and crispy cupped pepperoni, mozzarella, pepper jack, red pepper flakes, and Fresno chiles
Vampire Alien Macaron filled with blackberry buttercream and lemon curd

Carnation Café (Available August 31 through November 10)

Spicy Chicken Sandwich: Hand-breaded fried chicken breast tossed in spicy chili sauce with pepper jack and mustard slaw on a brioche bun

French Market Restaurant (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Halloween Cake: Purple-colored vanilla sponge, raspberry mousse, fresh raspberries, and candied cocoa nibs (New)

Galactic Grill (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Oktoberfest-inspired Burger: Angus beef patty, bratwurst, grilled peppers and onions, sauerkraut, and house-made mustard cheese on a pretzel bun (New)
Darth by Chocolate: Layers of chocolate pudding, red velvet sponge, chocolate mousse, and crushed chocolate creme-filled cookies
Blood Orange Slush with a swirl of raspberry sauce (Non-alcoholic)

Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Rocky Road Halloween Sundae: Rocky road waffle bowl, rocky road ice cream, marshmallow cream, hot fudge, and whipped cream topped with sprinkles (New)

Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Pumpkin Cheesecake: Classic pumpkin cheesecake decorated with a chocolate spider web and spiced Chantilly (New)
Mickey Bat Cookie: Citrus shortbread bat cookie dipped in dark chocolate with a vampire Mickey face

Market House (Available September 2 through November 10)

Mickey Bat Cookie: Citrus shortbread bat cookie dipped in dark chocolate with a vampire Mickey face

Mint Julep Bar (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Pumpkin-spiced Mickey-shaped Beignets rolled in pumpkin-spiced sugar

Plaza Inn

Monster Halloween Cake: Devil’s Food cake, colorful white chocolate mousse and buttercream (Available September 2 through November 10)
Classic Pumpkin Pie: Classic pumpkin pie with spiced Chantilly (Available September 2 through November 30)

Red Rose Taverne (Mobile order available)

Grave Stuff: Traditional grey stuff topped with chocolate tombstone and Halloween sprinkles (New) (Available September 2 through October 31)
Mickey Bat Cookie: Citrus shortbread bat cookie dipped in dark chocolate with a vampire Mickey face (Available September 2 through November 10)
Pumpkin Cold Brew: Cold brew flavored with pumpkin, vanilla, and spices topped with whipped cream (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Available September 2 through November 10)

Refreshment Corner (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Spicy Firefly Chips: Spicy corn chips topped with chili, cheese, and jalapeños (New)

Stage Door Café (Available September 2 through November 10)

Pumpkin Spice Funnel Cake: Pumpkin spice-dusted funnel cake with spiced caramel drizzle, toffee bits, whipped cream, and chocolate curls

Fantasyland Churro Cart (Available September 2 through November 10)

Pumpkin Pie Dip (New)

Frontierland Churro Cart (Available September 2 through November 10)

Spicy Chocolate Churro: Cinnamon-dusted chocolate churro with a spicy cocoa dipping sauce

New Orleans Square Churro Cart (Available September 2 through November 10)

Pistachio-Cherry Churro: Cinnamon churro rolled in pistachio and sour cherry sugars and served with a side of ghost pepper grape sauce (New)

Tomorrowland Churro Cart (Available September 2 through November 10)

Pumpkin Spice Churro rolled in pumpkin spice flavored sugar (New)

Tomorrowland Pretzel Cart (Available September 2 through November 10)

Toffee Pretzel: Cream cheese-filled pretzel sprinkled with toffee sugar

Town Square and Sleeping Beauty Castle Churro Carts (Available September 2 through November 10)

Chocolate Cookie Crumble Churro with creamy peanut butter-vanilla dipping sauce (New)

Available at Various Locations Throughout Disneyland Park (COMING SOON)

Donald Candy Corn Sipper (New): Available at the following:
- Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe
- Little Red Wagon
- Fantasyland and “it’s a small world” Churro Carts
- Hungry Bear
- Harbour Galley
- Tomorrowland Fruit Cart
- Rancho del Zocalo
- Red Rose Taverne
- Stage Door Café
- The Golden Horseshoe

Mickey Mummy Glow-in-the-Dark Premium Bucket (New):Available at the following:
- Ice Cream Carts
- Popcorn Carts in Town Square, near Sleeping Beauty Castle, “it’s a small world,” Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, Frontierland, and New Orleans Square

Zero Light-Up Premium Bucket (New): Available at the following:
- Ice Cream Carts
- New Orleans Square Popcorn Carts

Disney California Adventure Park

Award Wieners (Available September 2 through October 31; Mobile order available)

Footlong Spicy Pulled Pork Dog: Sweet & spicy pulled pork with a fiery tropical chutney served on a toasted bun (New)
Oogie Boogie Funnel Cake Fries dusted with crushed chocolate creme-filled cookies and topped with whipped cream, cookie pieces, gummy candies, and chocolate candies

Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Hibiscus Sangria: Red sangria, cinnamon-spiced hibiscus agua fresca, and fresh fruit with a candied hibiscus rim

Cozy Cone (Available September 2 through October 31; Mobile order available)

Spicy Mac & Cheese Cone: Pasta with spicy red pepper cheese sauce topped with chili-cheese puffs
Fruity Sugar Churro: Churro tossed in fruity cereal sugar, topped with a purple and green glaze

Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Cereal Sundae: Vanilla and strawberry ice cream, berry compote, mixed cereal, and whipped cream served in a waffle cup and topped with fruity cereal (New)
Chocolate Brownie Sundae: Fudge brownie, rocky road ice cream, hot fudge, and a hard chocolate shell served in a chocolate-dipped waffle cup and topped with white chocolate chips (New)
Hard Apple Float: Hard apple cider and apple sorbet drizzled with caramel sauce (New)
Pumpkin Pie Hard Float: Hard pumpkin chai cider, vanilla ice cream, and a spiced pie crust cookie (New)

Fairfax Fruit Market (Available September 2 through November 10)

Blood Orange Lemonade: Blood orange agua fresca with lemonade (Non-alcoholic) (New)

Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café (Available September 2 through November 10)

Oogie Boogie Worms and Dirt Cake: Chocolate cake filled with raspberry jam topped with mocha mousse, chocolate cookie, candy worms, and chocolate décor

Flo’s V8 Cafe (Available September 2 through October 31; Mobile order available)

Spicy Chicken and Fries: Steak fries drizzled with ranch dressing topped with chicken tenders tossed in mango-habanero sauce and finished with green onions

Hollywood Lounge (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Stone Delicious IPA Michelada with chile-lime seasoning and lime (New)
Ghost Pepper Michelada: Tomato-based michelada with ghost pepper syrup and Mala Suerte Mexican Dark Lager (New)
Modelo Especial Ghost Pepper Michelada with ghost pepper syrup, chile-lime seasoning, and lime (New)
Blue Rum Cocktail: Rum and orange liqueur with lemon-lime and cherry flavors (New)
Cranberry Sangria: Sangria and orange liqueur with cranberry juice (New)
Prickly Pear Vodka Cocktail: Vodka and prickly pear syrup mixed with lemon-lime and topped with a glow cube (New)

Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums (Available September 2 through October 31)

Jack-Jack Shortbread Cookie: Shortbread cookie dipped in chocolate with a Jack-Jack chocolate piece (New)

Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining (Mobile Walk-up Waiting List available)

Ghost Pepper Nachos: Charred ghost pepper-marinated chicken, smoky ghost pepper cheese sauce, black bean purée, avocado tomatillo salsa, and seasoned tomatoes (New) (Available September 2 through October 31)
Chile-Ginger Pork Belly Sliders: Chili-ginger-glazed crispy pork belly and Asian slaw on baguette buns (New) (Available September 2 through October 31)
Cucumber-Tamarind Cocktail: Patron Silver Tequila, cucumber simple syrup, tamarind simple syrup, and fresh lime juice garnished with a marigold (New) (Available September 2 through November 10)

Lamplight Lounge (Available September 2 through November 10)

Pumpkin-spiced Donuts: Warm fluffy donuts tossed in pumpkin-spiced sugar served with orange cream cheese dip and hot buttered rum sauce (New)
One Last Toast: Patron Silver Tequila, cucumber simple syrup, tamarind simple syrup, and fresh lime juice garnished with a marigold (New)

Mortimer’s Market (Available September 2 through November 10)

Vampire Mickey-shaped Sourdough

Pacific Wharf Café (Mobile order available)

Pastrami Sandwich: Ghost pepper cheese sauce and house-made sauerkraut on a toasted French roll (New) (Available September 2 through November 10)
Chocolate-Espresso Bread Pudding with crème anglaise, whipped topping, gummy eyeball, and toasted pecans (New) (Available through November 10)

Pacific Wharf Cappuccino Cart (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Pumpkin Bundt Cake: Pumpkin-flavored cake filled with dulce de leche and cream cheese frosting finished with chocolate stem and mousse leaf (New)
Pumpkin-spiced Horchata Cold Brew: Creamy blend of cold brew, pumpkin-spiced rice, and cinnamon beverage (Non-alcoholic) (New)
Pumpkin-spiced Horchata Cold Brew with Irish whiskey (New)

Pym Tasting Lab (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Snack Molecules: Flavored popcorn, mini pretzels, honey-roasted peanuts, and popped sorghum with mini peanut butter candies (New)

Pym Test Kitchen (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Butter Pecan Cold Brew: Butter pecan-flavored cold brew topped with candied pecans (Non-alcoholic) (New)

Schmoozies! (Available September 2 through October 31; Mobile order available)

Minnie Witch Shake: Mint-chocolate chip shake with whipped topping and chocolate creme-filled cookie ears (Non-alcoholic)
Blood Orange Shake with whipped topping and strawberry sauce (Non-alcoholic) (New)

Smokejumpers Grill (Mobile order available)

Green Chile Double Burger: Two angus beef patties, roasted green chile salsa, and purple cabbage slaw served with poblano cheese dipping sauce (New) (Available September 2 through November 1)
Mint Shake topped with whipped cream, chocolate cookie crumbles, gummy body parts, and a chocolate-covered snack cake (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Available September 2 through November 10)
Cranberry-grape Punch: Cranberry and grape juices, ginger ale, blackberry syrup, blackberry purée, and orange flavor-filled boba (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Available September 2 through November 10)
Cranberry-grape Cocktail: Black vodka, cranberry and grape juices, ginger ale, blackberry syrup, blackberry purée, and orange flavor-filled boba (New) (Available September 2 through November 10)

Studio Catering Co. (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Ghost Pepper Potato Bites with ghost pepper cheese sauce, smoky bacon, and pickled jalapeños

Buena Vista Churro Cart (Available September 2 through November 10)

Pumpkin Spice Churro rolled in pumpkin spice flavored sugar (New)

Grizzly Peak Churro Cart (Available September 2 through November 10)

Peanut Candy Churro rolled in peanut powder, sugar, and crushed peanuts drizzled with peanut butter sauce (New)

Hollywood Churro Cart (Available September 2 through November 10; Mobile order available)

Sour Candy Churro: Sour sugar-dusted churro topped with sweet watermelon icing (New)

Available at Various Locations Throughout Disney California Adventure Park (COMING SOON)

Donald Candy Corn Sipper (New): Available at the following:
- Award Wieners
- Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta
- Chiller Cart in Pixar Pier
- Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream
- Corn Dog Castle
- Hollywood Churro Cart
- Pacific Wharf Café
- Paradise Garden Grill
- Smokejumpers Grill

Zero Light-Up Premium Bucket (New): Available at the following:
- Popcorn Carts in Buena Vista, Grizzly Peak, and Pixar Pier

Disneyland Hotel

Coffee House (Available September 2 through November 2; Mobile order available)

Halloween Seasonal Cupcake: Choice of vanilla or chocolate cupcake

Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar (Available September 2 through November 2)

Bitter Daiquiri: El Dorado 15 Year Rum, Batavia Arrack, Giffard Banana, pineapple juice, Jerry Thomas Bitters, and mint, garnished with orchid, pineapple wedge, and lime wheel (New)

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel s Spa

GCH Craftsman Grill (Available September 2 through October 31; Mobile order available)

Halloween Pumpkin Donut: Cake donut dipped in orange-colored white chocolate
Mickey Mummy Donut: Black and white decorated cake donut
Jack Skellington Cupcake (New)

Hearthstone Lounge

Halloween Cocktail: Hanson of Sonoma Vodka, Luxardo Apricot, lemon juice, Orgeat Syrup, Peychaud Bitters, and Dr. Adam’s Teapot Bitters garnished with an orange wheel (New) (Available October 1 through November 1)
Dia de los Muertos Cocktail: Codigo Reposado Tequila, chambord, Dolin Dry Vermouth, Camparí, Angostura Bitters, and Dr. Adam’s Spanish Bitters garnished with a lemon twist (New) (Available September 2 through October 31)

GCH Holiday Cart (Available September 2 through October 31)

Poison Apple Cookie: Vanilla sugar cookie with white chocolate
Mickey Jack Skellington Cookie: Vanilla sugar cookie with white chocolate
Oogie Boogie Cookie: Caramel apple cookie filled with caramel (New)
Hocus Pocus Cookie: Vanilla sugar cookie dipped in white chocolate (New)
Gingerbread Zombie Cookie: Gingerbread cookie with white chocolate (New)
Halloween Cookie Box: Pumpkin Mickey sugar cookies, raspberry filled cookies, and chocolate chip cookies with chocolate candies (New)
Sanderson Sisters Crisped Rice Treat: Crisped cereal treat dipped in white chocolate (New)
Spooky Pretzel Sticks: Pretzel rods dipped in white chocolate (New)
Oogie Boogie Crisped Rice Treat: Crisped cereal treat dipped in white chocolate (New)
Waffle Shot with Milk: Cup-shaped waffle lined with chocolate with choice of milk, low fat milk, strawberry, or chocolate milk (Non-alcoholic) (New)
Waffle Shot with Liqueur: Cup-shaped waffled lined with chocolate with choice of Baileys, Grand Marnier, Captain Morgan, Jameson, or Rumchata (New)
Halloween Hot Chocolate: Hot chocolate with choice of Baileys, Grand Marnier, Captain Morgan, Jameson, or Rumchata

Downtown Disney District

Ballast Point Brewing Co. (Available while supplies last starting October 1)

Pumpkin Down Float: Scottish ale with hints of caramel, toffee, and a boatload of roasted pumpkin topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, pumpkin spice whipped cream, ginger snap crumbs, and a dulce de leche caramel sauce

California Churro (Available October 24 through 31)

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

Kayla’s Cake (Available September 2 through 31)

Mummy Macarons with cookie and cream buttercream
Pumpkin Cheesecake Macaroons with white chocolate pumpkin ganache

La Brea Bakery Café

Kids Monster Pancakes: One orange and one green monster faced pancake with gummy worms and candy corn (New) (Available October 31 only)
The Midnight Painkiller Hard Kombucha: A tiki cocktail with pineapple, coconut, orange, and nutmeg
Ghoul’s Grog: Goslings Dark Rum and Goslings 151 with pineapple, orange, and grenadine (New)

Marceline’s Confectionery (Available September 6 through October 31)

Mickey Pumpkin Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in orange-white chocolate and green, white chocolate leaf (New)
Minnie Witch Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in milk chocolate and embellished with a purple skirt, orange chocolate dots, and white chocolate with hat
Mickey Sorcerer Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in milk chocolate and embellished with a red sugar robe, yellow sugar bow, and white chocolate sorcerer hat
Skull Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in red, white chocolate and green, white chocolate skull face
Mickey Mummy Marshmallow Pop: Mickey-shaped marshmallow pop covered in vanilla chocolate with dark chocolate eyes (New)
Halloween Marshmallow Wand: Marshmallows on a stick dipped in caramel, enrobed in milk chocolate, and drizzled with orange and purple, white chocolate
Minnie Cake Pop with Orange Bow: Chocolate cake pop and chocolate ears enrobed in milk chocolate and embellished with a white chocolate orange bow (New)
Dirt & Worms Cake Pop: Chocolate cake pop enrobed in milk chocolate, sprinkled with cookie crumbs, and embellished with a gummy worm (New)
Mickey Peanut Butter Rice Cereal: Mickey-shaped crisped rice treat dipped in peanut butter milk chocolate and covered in peanut butter candy
Mickey Spider Web Rice Cereal Treat: Mickey-shaped crisped rice treat dipped in orange, white chocolate with a black dark chocolate web
Oogie Boogie Rice Cereal Treat: Crisped rice treat dipped in green, white chocolate and embellished with a black dark chocolate face

Naples Ristorante e Bar (Available September 2 through October 31)

Spookychino: Naples famous cappuccino with edible scary spiders and insects (Non-alcoholic)

Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen (Available September 26 through October 31)

Candy Corn Cream Soda: Monin Candy Corn Syrup, vanilla, soda, and a splash of cream garnished with candy corns (Non-alcoholic) (New)
Candy Corn Cream Cocktail with Pinnacle Cake Vodka (New)

Sprinkles (Available October 17 through 31)

Peanut Butter Cup: Chocolate cake filled and topped with peanut butter frosting ladled with chocolate ganache and finished off with mounds of mini peanut butter cups

Tortilla Jo’s (Available September 2 through October 31)

Ghostly Brew: Mi Campo Tequila Blanco, agave nectar, black activated charcoal, and refreshing cucumber organic margarita mix (New)

Uva Bar & Cafe (Available September 2 through October 31)

Bootini: Galliano, Absolut Mandarin, white chocolate, and cream garnished with blueberries (New)

Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party (SOLD OUT)

If you’ve already got your tickets to one of the sold-out nights of Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at Disney California Adventure park, there are tons of sinister sweets and treats for you to indulge! With items like the Loaded Buffalo Chicken Fries at Flo’s V8 Cafe, or the strawberry-flavored Pain Churro and the raspberry-flavored Panic Churro, there’s a perfect blend of sweet and savory to try. You can also take a walk on the villians side with the delicious Mistress of Evil Chocolate Cake from Wine Country Trattoria.

There you have it – all the ghoulish goodies coming to Disneyland Resort this Halloween season. I know my list of must-try treats is filled. Which ones are you most excited to indulge in?

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

Cooking Up the Magic: EPCOT Festival Recipe – Rocky Road Cake

Cooking Up the Magic at Home By Courtney Harris August 23, 2022 Tags: epcot food and wine festival No Comments

The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is in full gear! There are so many amazing foods to try. This year’s festival menus were filled with recipes to share with the home cook. One dessert that really stood out was the Rocky Road Cake at the Flavors from Fire Global Marketplace.

Favorite desserts to bake are ones that look time-consuming and difficult but are secretly easy to make. This Rocky Road Cake is a perfect example of that. The cake is delicious and does not take much more time than a standard chocolate cake. The individual cakes topped with marshmallows, almonds, and ganache really set this apart from an everyday chocolate cake. Rocky Road Cake is going on your list of desserts to make again…. and now it’s time to share the recipe!

ROCKY ROAD CAKE – EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
Serves 8

SPICY SUGARED ALMONDS

1/3 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne
3 tablespoons water
3/4 cup unsalted almonds

CHOCOLATE GANACHE

6 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
2/3 cup heavy cream

CHOCOLATE-BUTTERMILK CAKE

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup hot water

TOPPINGS

1 cup mini marshmallows
Sea salt
Reserved chocolate ganache

FOR SPICY SUGARED ALMONDS:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
Combine 1 teaspoon sugar with the cinnamon and cayenne in a small bowl; set aside.
Stir remaining 1/3 cup sugar and water in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until boiling. Carefully add almonds and stir frequently for 8-10 minutes, until water evaporates. Continue stirring for 2-3 minutes, until sugar begins to caramelize. Sprinkle cinnamon reserved mixture over almonds and stir to mix.
Carefully pour almonds onto prepared baking sheet, separating with spatula.
Cool completely, then coarsely chop. Store in airtight container up to 3 days.

FOR CHOCOLATE GANACHE:

Spray eight 6-ounce ramekins with non-stick cooking spray; set aside.
Place chopped chocolate in a medium glass bowl.
Bring heavy cream to simmer in small saucepan over medium heat. Pour over chocolate. Let chocolate sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
Place 1 1/2 tablespoons of ganache in each ramekin and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Keep remaining ganache at room temperature until ready to serve.

FOR CHOCOLATE-BUTTERMILK CAKE:

Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add egg, oil, and buttermilk. Whisk to combine. Carefully add boiling water and whisk until batter is smooth.
Remove ramekins filled with ganache from refrigerator and fill each with 1/3 cup cake batter. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool 5-10 minutes before serving.

TO SERVE:

Carefully remove cakes from ramekins. Top each rock road cake with 2 tablespoons of mini marshmallows and 1 tablespoon of spicy-sweet almonds. Warm chocolate ganache in the microwave for 30 seconds on 50% power. Drizzle ganache over each cake and sprinkle with sea salt.

Note: Always use caution when handling sharp objects and hot contents. Please supervise children who are helping or nearby. This recipe has been converted from a larger quantity in restaurant kitchens. The flavor profile may vary from the restaurant’s version.

Click here for a print-at-home version of this recipe!

Since it’s World Princess Week, we want to celebrate with Tiana- the princess who loves to cook. The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Princess Tiana Collection recently debuted with an assortment of Tiana-themed kitchenware and apparel. To add a little extra magic, pick up some of the Tiana-inspired merchandise and enjoy using it while baking or displaying your Rocky Road Cakes.

Foodie Guide to World Princess Week Festivities at Disney

Foodie Guide By Courtney Harris August 20, 2022 Tags: disney princess No Comments

Hear ye, hear ye! You are cordially invited to indulge in the delicious eats and sips coming to both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort in honor of World Princess Week. From August 21 through 27, this celebration will highlight some of your favorite characters and feature some tasty treats to enjoy along the way.

There are plenty of treats on both coasts, including the lovely Snow White 85th Anniversary Petit Cake, yes 85th, from Amorette’s Patisserie at Disney Springs and the Tangled Loaf Cake over at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa. And there’s much more than just food. From merchandise, entertainment, and special announcements, the week will be the ultimate celebration honoring our classic Disney royalty. Stay tuned throughout the week for daily princess fun coming your way.

We present to you the Foodie Guide to World Princess Week at Disney Parks!

Walt Disney World Resort

Magic Kingdom Park

Cinderella’s Royal Table

Lost Slipper: White chocolate mini slipper with white cremeux pearls tucked inside a milk chocolate dome served with hot caramel

Friar’s Nook

Snow White Cone: DOLE Whip lemon, blue cone, chocolate bird, and sugar bow

Anna & Elsa Cookie: Sugar cookies with chocolate ganache

EPCOT

Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe

Anna & Elsa Cookie: Sugar cookies with chocolate ganache

Jasmine Cookie: Sugar cookies with apricot jam

Oasis Sweets and Sips

Jasmine Cookie: Sugar cookies with apricot jam

Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue

Tiana Banana Pudding

Anna & Elsa Cupcake: Strawberry cupcake with strawberry filling and strawberry buttercream topped with a chocolate crown

Sunshine Seasons

Anna & Elsa Cupcake: Strawberry cupcake with strawberry filling and strawberry buttercream topped with a chocolate crown

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Catalina Eddie’s

Enchanted Rose: Dark chocolate, blackcurrant, and morello cherry mousse with whipped cookies ‘n cream fluff, and gilded chocolate-covered cacao nibs on a shortbread cookie

Dockside Diner

Seaside Brownie: Chocolate brownie topped with white chocolate ganache and seaside garnish

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Creature Comforts

Pocahontas Mousse: Pineapple-banana cake, coconut cream cheese mousse, chocolate feather, and candy gem

Disney Springs

Amorette’s Patisserie

Snow White 85th Anniversary Petit Cake: Vanilla chiffon cake layered with apple mousse and cinnamon mousse with white chocolate crunch pearls (New)

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park

Snack Shack

The Moana Cone: Coconut soft-serve and DOLE Whip strawberry swirled into a chocolate coconut dipped waffle cone with white chocolate and an edible flower (New)

Resorts

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

Landscape of Flavors

Mermaid Cupcake: Vanilla cupcake filled with pineapple topped with a coconut buttercream and a white chocolate mermaid tail (Availability will continue past August 27)

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Contempo Café

Cinderella Cupcake: Vanilla cake with vanilla crème custard filling, butter cream, white chocolate slipper, and fondant pumpkin

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Gasparilla Island Grill

Perfectly Princess Cupcake: Vanilla sponge cupcake with pink buttercream ruffles, white nonpareils sprinkles, and Princess white chocolate coin

Disney’s Polynesian Village

Kona Island Coffee Bar and Capt. Cook’s

Moana Mini Cake: Vanilla cake, mango mousse, and a wave of glaçage, buttercream, fondant, and white chocolate décor (New)

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory

Wishing on Stars: Olive Oil cake, banana cream pie mousse, white chocolate Feuilletine crunch, and white chocolate glaçage (New) (Availability will continue past August 27)

Disney’s Riviera Resort

Le Petit Café

Aurora Fruit Tart: Diplomat cream, raspberry mousse, and fresh berries with a white chocolate crown (New)

Bar Riva

True Love’s Kiss: Limeade, mango, guava, and raspberry glitter foam (New)

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

The Artist’s Palette and Good’s Food to Go

Snow White Cupcake: Vanilla cupcake filled with a spiced caramel apple filling topped with caramel buttercream, red chocolate dip, and a red bow

Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Park

Red Rose Taverne

Coconut-Strawberry Lemonade featuring Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade (New)

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Holiday Cart

The Princess and the Frog Macaron: Mint chocolate chip French macaron (New)
Princess Gown Cookie: Sugar cookie with royal icing (New)
Tangled Loaf Cake: Lemon-blueberry flavored cake with vanilla buttercream (New)
Mermaid Crisped Rice Treat: Crisped rice treat with seashells, mermaid tail, and pearls (New)
Princess Cookie: Sugar cookie with white chocolate icing (New)
Princess Cookie Box with assorted cookies (New)
Princess Waffle Shot with Milk: White chocolate-coated pistachio waffle shot with choice of milk, low-fat milk, strawberry, or chocolate milk (New)
Princess Waffle Shot with Alcohol: White chocolate-coated pistachio waffle shot with choice of Baileys Irish Cream, Grand Marnier, Captain Morgan Rum, Jameson Whiskey, or Rumchata (New)

GCH Craftsman Grill

Princess Cupcake: Vanilla with buttercream, pearls, and a crown (New)
Princess Carriage Donut: Cake donut with white chocolate apples (New)

Disney Princess sipper with crown on top

Available at Various Locations Throughout the Disneyland Resort

Princess Bubble Sipper includes choice of fountain beverage at time of purchase (New)
Available at the following:
- Main Street, U.S.A. Fruit Cart
- Town Square Churro Cart
- Little Red Wagon
- Sleeping Beauty Castle Churro Cart
- Red Rose Taverne
- Maurice’s Treats
- Edelweiss Snacks
- “it’s a small world” Churro Cart

Downtown Disney District

California Churro

Princess Churro: A strawberry filled churro dusted with delicious pink strawberry sugar and served with a side of cream cheese frosting

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes

The Mermaid CrazyShake: Blueberry shake with vanilla-frosted rim and mermaid sprinkles topped with a mermaid tail, pearl clam shell, fish lollipop, whipped cream, and mermaid sprinkles

Splitsville Luxury Lanes

Pink Paloma: Tequila combined with pink grapefruit juice, agave syrup, premium grapefruit soda, and freshly-squeezed lime juice

Disneyland Paris

Disneyland Park

Auberge de Cendrillon

Kingdom of Kumandra Mocktail: Raya-inspired mocktail featuring guava, papaya, green apple, orange, and lemon with falernum syrup

The Old Mill

Arabian Nights Cornet featuring pieces of strawberries
Cinderella’s Delight: White chocolate-coconut ganache

Plaza Inn Restaurant

Disney Princess Macaroons: Blackcurrant, vanilla, mint, raspberry, and strawberry

Victoria’s Home-Style Restaurant

Sleeping Beauty Charlotte Cake: Strawberry mousse, Reims pink biscuit, and strawberry coulis

Walt’s – an American Restaurant

Kingdom of Kumandra Mocktail: Raya-inspired mocktail featuring guava, papaya, green apple, orange, and lemon with falernum syrup

Be sure to check out both the Walt Disney World Resort app and the Disneyland Resort app for items available on mobile order.

I hope you’re as excited for these delicious delights as I am. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for all the announcements throughout the next week on the Disney Parks Blog and our social channels!

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

Foodie Guide to Ghoulish Goodies at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2022

Foodie Guide By Courtney Harris August 3, 2022 Tags: Foodie Guide, Halloween Events No Comments

Welcome foolish foodies to the wickedest Disney Foodie Guide of the year – so far, that is. If you’re a fan of the spooky season, you’re in for a treat because this year Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park is filled with plenty of eats and treats to get you in the Halloween spirit. The culinary teams have conjured up some frightfully fun delights for you to indulge in during your trip to Magic Kingdom Park during the Halloween season and at this beloved event on select nights from Aug. 12 through Oct. 31.

As you enjoy this evening filled with can’t-miss entertainment, some of your favorite characters, the beloved “Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade,” and – of course – candy like M&M’S, SNICKERS, and more, let your taste buds join in on the fun. With delicious items like the Sweet Almond Corn Cake at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café and the Worms and Dirt Funnel Cake at Sleepy Hollow Refreshments, these delights are sure to put a spell on you.

For an even sweeter evening, you can indulge in a wickedly delicious Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party held at Tomorrowland Terrace. This festive addition lets you sip and snack on mouthwatering, Halloween-themed concoctions, including Pumpkin Cupcakes with frosting, Chocolate-covered Strawberries, Cheesecake Mousse with chocolate crumble topping and crisp pearls, and Pistachio White Chocolate Crunch Bar striped with purple chocolate and sprinkled with orange sanding sugar – how tasty! And did I mention this is all-you-care-to-enjoy sweets and specialty drinks? Plus, it gives you guaranteed viewing for “Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular.” Be sure to book this one online beginning Aug. 9, as it fills quickly with witches, sorcerers, and treat-lovers alike.

Get your trick-or-treat bags ready because once you see these goodies, you’ll be running amuck, amuck, amuck over to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Let’s unmask what you can indulge in.

Not-So-Poison Apple Pie Milk Shake, Sweet Candy Corn Soft-serve Swirl Cone, Pain and Panic Hot Dog and Winifred’s Elixir of Youth

Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies

Not-So-Poison Apple Pie Milk Shake: Apple pie milk shake with green apple whipped cream, sour apple marshmallow straw, cinnamon donuts, and a poison apple straw (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Sweet Candy Corn Soft-serve Swirl Cone: Sweet corn and vanilla soft-serve swirl topped with candy corn chocolate bow (New) (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)

Casey’s Corner

Pain and Panic Hot Dog: All-beef hot dog, sweet and spicy onion relish, and sriracha mustard topped with spicy cheese-flavored snacks (New) (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
Winifred’s Elixir of Youth: Black tea slushy with kiwi foam and Winifred chocolate piece (New) (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)

Binx Pastry Tail and Cold Witches Brew Coffee

Cheshire Café

Binx Pastry Tail: Cat tail drizzled with dark chocolate and topped with Binx chocolate piece (New) (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
Cold Witches Brew Coffee: French vanilla cold brew with pumpkin spiced foam topped with Halloween sprinkles (New) (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)

Bayou Burger, Hades Hot Dog, Un Poco Loco Tots and Spellbinding Fried Pie

Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café

Bayou Burger: All-beef patty, jalapeño pimento cheese, crispy andouille sausage, and garlic pickles (New) (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)

The Friar’s Nook

Hades Hot Dog: Spicy beef and pork hot dog, Hades’ relish, and pickles served with house-made violet mustard (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Un Poco Loco Tots: Chorizo sausage, green onion, and Hades’ cheese sauce (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)

Golden Oak Outpost

Spellbinding Fried Pie: Buffalo chicken, mozzarella, and blue cheese wrapped in flaky dough topped with a candy eye and jalapeño ranch aïoli (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)

Ice Cream Cart near Haunted Mansion

Chilling Chamber Pop: Chocolate crumbs, cherry buttercream, and dark chocolate pearls topped with Tightrope Walker chocolate piece (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)

Monster Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich and Oh, My Gourd Cupcake

Plaza Ice Cream Parlor

Monster Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich: Monster cookies filled with vanilla ice cream (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)

Liberty Square Market

Monster Cookie: Sugar cookie with candy eyes and Halloween-themed sprinkles (New) (Available during regular park hours only)

Main Street Bakery

Oh, My Gourd Cupcake: Pumpkin spice cupcake with cinnamon cream cheese icing finished with dark chocolate ears (New) (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)

Sweet Almond Corn Cake and Mexican Spiced Hot “COCO” Brownie

Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café

Sweet Almond Corn Cake: Almond vanilla cake dipped in white, orange, and yellow chocolate topped with candy corn (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)

Popcorn Cart near Cinderella Castle

Mexican Spiced Hot “COCO” Brownie: Spice chocolate brownie with dark chocolate ganache topped with Miguel chocolate piece (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)

Grave Digger Milk Shake and Worms and Dirt Funnel Cake

Sleepy Hollow Refreshments

Grave Digger Milk Shake: Coconut and matcha blended soft-serve topped with whipped cream, Grave Digger shovel, and chocolate gravestone (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Worms and Dirt Funnel Cake: Funnel cake topped with chocolate ice cream, chocolate cookie crumbs, gummy worms, and Billy chocolate piece (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Chilling Chamber Pop: Chocolate crumbs, cherry buttercream, and dark chocolate pearls topped with Tightrope Walker chocolate piece (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)

M&M’s Peanut Butter Churro and Jack-O-Lantern Float

Snack Cart near Cinderella Castle

M&M’s Peanut Butter Churro: Churro rolled in peanut dust with peanut sauce, chocolate sauce, and M&M’s Peanut Butter (New) (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)

Sunshine Tree Terrace

Jack-O-Lantern Float: Citrus swirl with Fanta Orange, brown sugar whipped cream, and graham cracker crumbs (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)

Be sure to check out the creepy cool novelties soon to be available at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.

Glow Mickey Mummy Premium Popcorn Bucket – glowing soon at various popcorn carts throughout the park (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
Donald Candy Corn Sipper – materializing in early Oct. at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café, Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Café, The Friar’s Nook, Sleepy Hollow Refreshments (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
Halloween Candy Glow Cube – glowing soon at Sunshine Tree Terrace (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Zero Popcorn Bucket – materializing in early Oct. at various popcorn carts throughout the park (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)

So, what do you think – are you excited to taste all these sinister sweets and delicious delights at this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? I sure hope so! And don’t forget to try all the 50^th Anniversary Celebration items that are still available during the Halloween season at Magic Kingdom Park.

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

Disney’s Victoria & Albert’s Returns With Exquisite Dining Experiences

General, News By Courtney Harris July 28, 2022 No Comments

The time has come for the culinary crown jewel of the Walt Disney World Resort – Victoria & Albert’s – to welcome guests back to this one-of-a-kind experience at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Beginning today, July 28, this location is now open and filled with unrivaled flavors expertly crafted by the talented culinary team as well as an enhanced and renovated interior space that will leave you in awe.

Collage of food offerings at Victoria & Albert’s

There is a reason this AAA Five Diamond Award and Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Award recipient is considered the crown jewel – its decadent cuisine features only the highest quality of ingredients and flavors from across the globe. With an ever-evolving menu, guests can taste their way through multiple courses, including Glacier 51 Toothfish with charred mushroom and sambal, Heirloom Tomatoes with gazpacho and 100 Year Balsamico, and Carrot Tikka Masala with cilantro and puri bread. For a sumptuous finish, the Spectrum of Chocolate is an ombré delight from the inside out featuring four specialty sourced chocolates and a tableside presentation of sabayon with notes of Madagascar vanilla bean, Champagne, and Grand Marnier.

In addition to the incredible dishes at Victoria & Albert’s, this location is also home to a world-class wine collection featuring over 500 different selections. Sommeliers on staff are there to guide you through this precisely curated collection and perfectly pair the flavors of the glass and plate. The new zero-proof cocktail pairing will allow everyone to fully experience the evening with beverages crafted to complement each course. One innovative offering on this menu is the Guajillo Spice, which is smoked tableside to highlight the rich flavors of roasted guajillo chilis, charred jalapeños, and black peppercorn, as well as a touch of caramelized sweetness from turbinado sugar and fresh lime.

The opulence and elegance that are in every corner of the restaurant are part of what makes it so unique. The newly renovated interior features exquisite crystal chandeliers, masterful murals, and delicate wall coverings that bring a modernization to this lavish location. There are three different dining options, each with their own unique experience. The Dining Room serves a tasting menu, that highlights seasonal flavors expertly created to give you and your palette the very best.

Table and decor in Queen Victoria Room at Victoria & Albert’s

For those interested in a more intimate dining experience, the Queen Victoria Room allows you to savor a menu created by the chef de cuisine especially for you in a setting fit for royalty, including tableside presentations. The Chef’s Table is a one-of-a-kind experience that allows first-hand account to the culinary craft as the team creates your decadent tasting menu. This unique opportunity allows you to interact with the chefs like no other as the guests of the kitchen, our most coveted offering.

Collage of chefs at work at Victoria & Albert’s

The legacy of this restaurant is not to be overlooked. Victoria & Albert’s is not only the sole location in Florida to hold the honor of having both the AAA Five Diamond and the Forbes Travel Guide Five Star awards but joins only 26 others in the nation with this same unique distinction.

The culinary team that upholds this legacy is now led by Chef de Cuisine Matthew Sowers, with more than 15 years spent at Victoria & Albert’s and experience assisting in the creation of acclaimed menus for Remy on the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy. Joining him is Pastry Chef Kristine Farmer who not only was part of the opening team at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, but also leads the entire pastry team for this resort.

For over 20 years, Sommelier Israel Perez has been dedicated to creating memorable experiences at signature restaurants across Walt Disney World Resort. As the maître d’hotel, Israel and his team ensure that each person who walks through the doors of Victoria & Albert’s has a perfect evening through each step of service.

Overseeing culinary operations and teams of the 13 food and beverage outlets at our flagship resort is Executive Chef Kevin Chong. Last but certainly not least, is Culinary Director Chef Scott Hunnel, who was at the helm of Victoria & Albert’s for many years, now provides his expertise and mentorship to culinary teams across multiple resorts, including Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.

Collage of guests enjoying dining and harp player at Victoria & Albert’s

When enjoying an evening with your guests here, it’s clear that Victoria & Albert’s provides an epicurean experience that is unlike any other. From the moment you arrive and are welcomed with beautiful harp music, to the expert chefs creating magic from the kitchen to the plate and the sommeliers transporting you through each pairing, a meal here is one you cannot find anywhere else.

We are delighted to welcome you back to Victoria & Albert’s and cannot wait for you to join us for a grand evening from first sip to last bite.

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

BoardWalk Deli Coming Soon to Walt Disney World

News By Courtney Harris July 25, 2022 No Comments

Do you love the classic flavors you can only get at a deli? If so, we’ve got some exciting foodie news to share with you. Late this summer, the new BoardWalk Deli will be opening its doors at Disney’s BoardWalk. This location, previously the BoardWalk Bakery, is inspired by the delis of the Northeast region, with a menu that takes you on a road trip of classic sweet and savory flavors from New York to the Jersey Shore.

Delicatessen translates to “all things delicious,” and that’s exactly what visitors will experience. With that, let’s get into what dishes you can expect at this exciting new spot.

Plant-based Ciabatta Sandwich with “egg” Florentine, plant-based cheese, tomato jam, and arugula.

Whether you’re heading out for a day in the parks or planning a cozy breakfast in your room, stop by the Deli to select from house-baked bagels with a choice of schmear, a variety of sweet breakfast pastries, or a warm bagel sandwich. Some of these delicious options include an Everything Bagel Sandwich with cage-free eggs, sausage, and cheddar cheese, a Bagel Breakfast Sandwich with cage-free eggs, bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and cheddar cheese, or a Plant-based Ciabatta Sandwich with “egg” Florentine, plant-based cheese, tomato jam, and arugula that provides an exciting contrast of flavors. What a way to start your day!

The first photo is a signature Italian Sub is built with layer upon layer of thinly sliced capicola, sopresseta, and pepperoni with provolone, arugula, tomato, arugula pesto, and mayonnaise on fresh-baked ciabatta bread. The second photo is the Warm Pastrami Reuben which is a classic deli staple, with generous rolls of thin-sliced warm pastrami topped with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing on marble rye bread.

For both lunch and dinner, your taste buds are in for a treat because there are multiple options that will transport you to the Northeast with every bite. Choose from a variety of cold and hot deli sandwiches served on traditional marble rye, fluffy ciabatta or soft and springy focaccia breads. As with the breakfast bagels, all breads are baked fresh in-house. I hope you’re hungry, because it’s time to break down all these bites for you.

The signature Italian Sub is built with layer upon layer of thinly sliced capicola, sopressata, and pepperoni with provolone, arugula, tomato, arugula pesto, and mayonnaise on fresh-baked ciabatta bread. The savory Warm Pastrami Reuben is a classic deli staple, with generous rolls of thin-sliced warm pastrami topped with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing on marble rye bread.

This is the Veggie Crunch Muffaletta which is stacked with cured and pickled root vegetables, an olive-giardiniera tapenade and plant-based cheese, served on focaccia.

For a plant-based twist on a classic favorite, the Veggie Crunch Muffaletta is stacked with cured and pickled root vegetables, an olive-giardiniera tapenade and plant-based cheese, served on focaccia. With such bold and tangy flavors, it’s hard to believe this sandwich doesn’t have meat!

You can also opt for a Roasted Chicken Sandwich with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, and roasted garlic aioli served on ciabatta or the Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Tomato Soup –a classic guest favorite. Who can resist dunking a classic grilled cheese into a steaming cup of tomato soup?

To round off your meal, add a whole dill pickle, made in-house with the perfect amount of crunch and tanginess. How delicious! All of these mouthwatering sandwiches are served with a side of house-made chips, creamy coleslaw, or soup.

Picture of the Cannolis which are filled to order in a crispy shell with a creamy blend of mascarpone cheese, ricotta, and shaved dark chocolate, with a hint of lemon zest and a touch of Mickey.

And what meal is complete without a sweet finish? There is no shortage of desserts to try here. The Cannolis are filled to order–yes, you heard that right –in a crispy shell with a creamy blend of mascarpone cheese, ricotta, and shaved dark chocolate, with a hint of lemon zest and a touch of Mickey. The rich and delicate Blueberry Scone is made with crème fraiche and topped with pearl sugar for a melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Pictures of Northeastern classics like the New Jersey Crumbcake, an imposing moist cake with a thick cinnamon-crumb topping, and the iconic New York-style Half-moon Cookie topped with rich chocolate ganache and buttercream.

You can also get some Northeastern classics like the New Jersey Crumbcake, an imposing moist cake with a thick cinnamon-crumb topping, or the iconic New York-style Half-moon Cookie topped with rich chocolate ganache and buttercream.

Pastry-lovers will appreciate the delicate chocolate-dipped Cream Puff, hand-piped with silky custard, and the Raspberry Danish layered with velvet custard, fresh raspberries, and sugar crumble. We’re especially excited about the appearance of the beloved warm and gooey Cinnamon Yummies—a returning guest favorite. Lastly, there are some tried-and-true classics like rich cookies, decadent Brownie Cheesecake, brownies, the Cookies & Cream Cupcake, and the 50th Anniversary Celebration Cupcake.

Pictures of new refreshing craft cocktails by Social Hour: Sunkisssed Fizz, a bright and juicy vodka fizz that balances notes of ripe fruit and crisp citrus or the Prizefighter, a bold and refreshing Collins built around the classic combo of whiskey and peach.

In addition to all of these incredible eats, there are also some sips that can be enjoyed. Try the vibrant organic wine spritzes by Ramona in flavors of dry grapefruit, blood orange, and meyer lemon. You can also sip on bold and refreshing craft cocktails by Social Hour: Sunkissed Fizz, a bright and juicy vodka fizz that balances notes of ripe fruit and crisp citrus or the Prizefighter, a bold and refreshing Collins built around the classic combo of whiskey and peach.

Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more details on other resort enhancements, coming to Disney’s BoardWalk, and enjoy all these treats at the BoardWalk Deli!

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

Foodie Guide to DOLE Whip Day 2022 at Disney

Foodie Guide By Courtney Harris July 14, 2022 Tags: dole whip No Comments

Are you ready for DOLE Whip Day? We sure hope so because July 21 is just around the corner. To celebrate this momentous foodie occasion, We’ve put together each and every place you can get your hands on this classic fan favorite, including some exclusive offerings just for DOLE Whip Day being offered from July 21 through 24. Going forward we will be enjoying this day on the third Thursday in July – so mark your calendars for next year!

From Aloha Isle at Magic Kingdom Park to The Tropical Hideaway at the Disneyland park, even on the high seas aboard a Disney Cruise Line Ship, there are plenty of goodies to enjoy. Your appetite better be ready because your taste buds won’t be able to get enough of this classic Disney delight. With multiple flavors and concoctions of DOLE Whip to try, there’s truly something for everyone.

If you’ve got a sweet tooth and want a refreshing snack, you’re going to love this Foodie Guide. We present to you all the DOLE Whip you can imagine at Disney locations across the globe!

Walt Disney World Resort

Magic Kingdom Park

Aloha Isle (Located in Adventureland)

Pineapple Float: DOLE pineapple juice served with a choice of DOLE Whip, vanilla soft-serve, or swirl (available with Tiki Sipper for additional cost)
Raspberry Swirl Float: DOLE Whip and raspberry swirl served with DOLE pineapple juice
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake served with choice of DOLE Whip, vanilla soft-serve, or swirl
DOLE Whip Cup: Choice of DOLE Whip, vanilla soft-serve, or swirl
Coconut Cup: Choice of coconut or coconut and DOLE Whip swirl
Raspberry Swirl Cup: DOLE Whip and raspberry swirl

Storybook Treats (Located in Fantasyland)

Soft-serve Cup: DOLE Whip lime, chocolate, or vanilla soft-serve, or swirl in a cup
Snow White Cone: DOLE Whip lemon in a blue cone garnished with a chocolate bird and sugar bow

Sunshine Tree Terrace (Located in Adventureland; Mobile Order available)

DOLE Whip Orange Cup
Orange Cream Soft-serve Cup: DOLE Whip orange and vanilla soft-serve swirl
DOLE Whip Strawberry Cup
DOLE Whip Float: DOLE Whip or vanilla soft-serve with your choice of Coca-Cola, Barq’s Root Beer, Diet Coke, Fanta Orange, Fanta Strawberry, POWERADE Mountain Berry Blast, or Sprite
I Lava You Float: Fanta Strawberry Soda and passion fruit flavor served with DOLE Whip orange and topped with popping candy

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Tamu Tamu

Scar’s Lair: DOLE Whip and sour apple
Lion’s Lair: DOLE Whip topped with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum and sour apple
Simba Sunset: DOLE Whip with strawberry
King’s Cooler: DOLE Whip with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum and strawberry
DOLE Whip Float: DOLE Whip with DOLE pineapple juice (available with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum)
DOLE Whip Cup (available with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum)

Trilo-Bites

Trilo-Bites Twist: DOLE Whip orange with vanilla soft-serve

EPCOT

Refreshment Outpost (Available through November 19)

DOLE Whip: Watermelon, pineapple, or swirl (New)

Disney Springs

Swirls on the Water

Peach Bellini Float: Peach Bellini topped with DOLE Whip orange (New)
Orange Bird Cone: DOLE Whip orange atop an orange cone with sprinkles
DOLE Whip Flight: DOLE Whip orange swirled with DOLE Whip watermelon, DOLE Whip lemon swirled with blue butter cookie soft-serve, and DOLE Whip and Vanilla soft-serve swirl

Resorts

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Contempo Café (Available July 21 through August 20; Mobile Order available)

DOLE Whip Cupcake: Yellow cupcake filled with DOLE Whip mousse and garnished with a cherry (New)

Disney’s Old Key West Resort

Good’s Foods to Go (Mobile Order available)

Key Lime Swirl: DOLE Whip lime and vanilla soft-serve swirl topped with graham cracker crumbs
DOLE Whip Key Lime Martini: DOLE Whip lime served with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum and garnished with a lime (New) (available July 21 through 24)

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Pineapple Lanai

“Tamatoa-inspired” Dipped Cone: DOLE Whip raspberry swirled with DOLE Whip orange in a white chocolate-dipped waffle cone and coated with “shiny” gold sugar (available July 21 through 24)
50th Celebration DOLE Whip: Your choice of DOLE Whip with a 50th white chocolate medallion, umbrella, and EARidescent glitter
Pineapple Float: DOLE pineapple juice served with a choice of DOLE Whip, vanilla soft-serve, or swirl
DOLE Whip with Rum Floater: DOLE Whip with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum

Barefoot Pool Bar and Oasis Pool Bar

Frozen Margarita with DOLE Whip Lime: Corazón Blanco Tequila blended with DOLE Whip lime and chili-lime seasoning
Frosty Pineapple: DOLE Whip with Captain Morgan Private Stock Rum

Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace

Spikey Pineapple: Barbancourt Pango Rum blended with DOLE Whip

Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Park

The Tropical Hideaway (Located in Adventureland; Mobile Order available)

DOLE Whip
DOLE Whip Float: DOLE pineapple juice topped with DOLE Whip
DOLE Whip Swirl Float: DOLE pineapple juice topped with choice of two different DOLE Whip flavors: mango, watermelon, or pineapple
DOLE Whip Swirl: Swirl any flavors: mango, watermelon, or pineapple

Items from Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill

Disneyland Hotel

Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill (Mobile order available)

DOLE Whip
DOLE Whip Float: DOLE pineapple juice topped with DOLE Whip (available with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum)

Disney’s Vero Beach Resort

DOLE Whip Cup: Choice of DOLE Whip, vanilla soft-serve, or swirl (available with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum)
DOLE Whip Lime topped with Graham Cracker Crumbs (available with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum)

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

Little ‘Opihi’s

DOLE Whip pineapple, mango, watermelon, and vanilla soft-serve
DOLE Whip Fresh Fruit Sundae with sprinkles in a waffle bowl topped with fresh pineapple (Moana-themed) or watermelon fruit (Stitch-themed)
Mickey and Minnie Waffle Bowl featuring DOLE Whip with sprinkles

Ulu Cafe

Churro Pineapple DOLE Whip with Li Hing fresh pineapple (New) (available July 19 through 21)
DOLE Whip (available with vanilla soft-serve swirl)

Disney Cruise Line

Indulge in DOLE Whip at the following locations across the Disney Cruise Line fleet:

Frozone on the Disney Magic, Disney Dream, and Disney Fantasy
Sulley’s Sips on the Disney Wonder
Wheezy’s Freezies on the Disney Wish

I hope you enjoy all these tasty treats for DOLE Whip Day, from July 21 through 24, and every single day of the year too. Be sure to try all the flavors and combinations at Disney parks, resorts, and Disney Cruise Line. Happy snacking!

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

Cooking Up The Magic: Famous Fried Chicken Recipe from Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue

Cooking Up the Magic at Home By Courtney Harris July 13, 2022 No Comments

When you think of comfort food, does fried chicken immediately comes to mind? The talented culinary team at Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue was kind enough to share their fried chicken recipe. This popular dinner show reopened last month, bringing back some favorite menu items, including fried chicken. “Our team was so excited to get back in the kitchen and whip up our beloved fried chicken once again,” Julie Hrywnak, chef at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, said. “They really bring the culinary magic to the whole experience and enjoy the guests’ smiles and the energy in the room when the fried chicken is presented to the tables during the show.”

Julie Hrywnak, chef at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground

Over 800 pounds of fried chicken is prepared by the cast each night for the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue dinner show and teams from entertainment to food and beverage work together to keep guests entertained and fed.

Famous Fried Chicken from Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue

How do they make sure they bring out the star of the meal at exactly the right time? They listen for its cue of course! In fact, the music of the show runs through the kitchen speaker so the cast knows the exact timing in the show to plate the food and send it out to our hungry guests. “Our cast love to sing along to the show as they prepare the country feast,” chef Julie said. “And the fried chicken is definitely a guest favorite that keeps them coming back for more!”

Chef Julie shared her top tips for making fried chicken with us:

Don’t over-bread the chicken, all it needs is one really good coat
Make sure your oil is between 325-350 degrees to get the chicken nice and crispy
Have fun with it! Fried chicken is a comfort food and is meant to be enjoyed!

Here is our recipe to help you celebrate! Call up a few friends or family members and offer them some of this delicious fried chicken — if they bring a few side dishes to share.

Famous Fried Chicken from Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue
Serves 4

BRINE

3 cups cold water
2 tablespoons garlic powder
4 tablespoons coarse salt
1 medium chicken, cut into 2 legs, 2 breasts, 2 thighs, and 2 wings

FRIED CHICKEN

Canola oil, for frying
Reserved brined chicken
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon coarse salt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons ground white pepper

FOR BRINE:

Combine cold water, garlic powder, and coarse salt in a large glass bowl. Add cut up chicken.
Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours.

FOR FRIED CHICKEN:

With caution, heat 3 inches of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot until it reaches 350°F.
Remove chicken from brine and pat dry.
Whisk flour, cornstarch, salt, paprika, onion powder, and white pepper in a shallow bowl or pie plate. Dredge chicken in seasoned flour, making sure to fully coat each piece.
Carefully place chicken in hot oil, working in batches if necessary. Cook chicken, turning once, 13-14 minutes for breasts, 9-10 minutes for thighs, 7-8 minutes for legs and wings, until all meat reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Carefully remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Always use caution when handling sharp objects and hot contents.
Please supervise children who are helping or nearby.

This recipe has been converted from a larger quantity in the restaurant kitchens.
The flavor profile may vary from the restaurant’s version.

Be sure to download the recipe here!

What’s Cooking at Disneyland Resort In July

Special Events By Courtney Harris July 11, 2022 Tags: Anniversary, Disneyland, what's cooking No Comments

If you find yourself at Disneyland Resort this month, you’re in luck because there are some tasty treats coming your way. In July, there are a few celebrations happening and some summer flavors to try across the resort. Not only can you celebrate the 67th anniversary of Disneyland Resort, but you can also join the festivities for Oga’s birthday in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland park!

In addition to delicious dishes cooking up at the resort, you can also get your hands on some exciting novelties, including Mighty Thor’s Hammer to hold your beverages and the Birthday Mickey Ear Hat Bowl to enjoy all your ice cream dreams. What could be better?

Let’s get into all you can expect coming up. You won’t be disappointed.

To celebrate the anniversary of Disneyland Resort, this year there are plenty of delights the whole family will love. And what better way to commemorate a birthday than with food! Now through July 17 at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, there are plenty of desserts to indulge your taste buds. At GCH Craftsman Grill, you’ll uncover the Mickey-shaped Chocolate Donut, a tasty Mickey-shaped chocolate donut, and the Disneyland Birthday Cupcake, a vanilla cake with sprinkles and frosting.

Sweet treats located at the GCH Holiday Cart

You simply must check out the GCH Holiday Cart, located in the lobby, as well, because it has plenty of items for the anniversary excitement, including the Birthday Cookie Box filled with assorted cookies, the Mickey Shorts Sugar Cookie, and Birthday Cake S’mores Cookie with marshmallow filling.

If you’re a whoopie pie fan, you must treat yourself to Mickey-shaped Whoopie Pie, a chocolate Mickey-shaped delight with buttercream filling. If you love cake, then the Birthday Cake Layered Cake Pop is right up your alley. This item is adorable and features layers of confetti cake with colorful buttercream filling in honor of the mouse himself. The Holiday Cart will also be offering a Birthday Waffle Shot that can be enjoyed with your choice of a variety of milks or alcohol, for those over 21.

Walt's Chili Cheese Fries located at the Red Rose Taverne

For a limited time on July 17, the anniversary of Disneyland Resort, Red Rose Taverne at Disneyland park will be serving up the brand-new Walt’s Chili Cheese Fries. This entrée will feature seasoned fries topped with Walt’s signature chili, cheddar cheese, and green onion. Just take a peek at how good they look!

Birthday Mickey Ear Hat Bowl and Mighty Thor’s Hammer

Let’s take a look at the novelties, too! The Birthday Mickey Ear Hat Bowl is another great way to join in on the birthday festivities. At Disneyland park, this bowl can be found at Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor. Over at Disney California Adventure park, Award Wieners will be offering up their mouthwatering Peaches and Cream Funnel Cake Fries in this adorable dish. The only thing that could make these funnel cake fries better is being served in the Mickey Ear Hat.

Mighty Thor’s Hammer is quite the unique piece. This novelty opens up on top to hold a contour bottle or cup and includes your choice of a Coca-Cola bottled beverage when your purchase it. This mighty must-have can be found in Disney California Adventure park at Shawarma Palace, Shawarma Palace Too, and the Outdoor Vending Cart at the entrance to Avengers Campus near Guardians of the Galaxy –Mission: BREAKOUT!

From July 18 through 20, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will be celebrating the birthday of everyone’s favorite cantina owner –Oga Garra. To honor her, treat your taste buds to some yummy options that can’t be missed. At Oga’s Cantina, there are a few items to try. For beverages, the Blue Citrus Mule features citrus vodka, blue curaçao, pure cane syrup, mule mix, and club soda garnished with a lime wheel and candied ginger and the non-alcoholic Pasaana Punch includes orange juice, white grape juice, red passion fruit, and hibiscus– how refreshing!

If you’re looking for a snack at Oga’s Cantina, the Mygeeto Roll has tuna poke, zhu cucumber, green onion, enoki, eel sauce, fried garlic, vermicelli, and sea bean rolled in rice paper and garnished with ponzu foam.

Blue Milk Chia Pudding and Peka Wheat Gear Puffs which are crispy wheat puffs in a savory and spicy seasoning blend

At Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo, you’ll find the tasty Blue Milk Chia Pudding. This treat is made with a coconut milk and chia seed blend, fresh berries, pepitas, and shredded coconut. For a sweet and savory combination, Jat Kaa’s Coolers has Peka Wheat Gear Puffs, crispy wheat puffs in a savory and spicy seasoning blend. I don’t know about you, but these all sound incredible!

Downtown Disney District also has some foodie fun for you with summer flavors coming to both Salt & Straw and Sprinkles. Salt & Straw will be having a Berry Series featuring fresh flavors of marion berry, blackberry, wild berry, boysenberry, and raspberry. What a perfect way to celebrate summer.

Circus Animal birthday cake cupcake and Cookie cupcake both at Sprinkles

Sprinkles will be having various seasonal flavors coming up. From July 11th through July 24th, the Circus Animal birthday cake cupcake features pink sugar cookie crust, topped with strawberry buttercream frosting, and finished with rainbow nonpareils and an animal cookie. From July 25 through August 7, indulge in the Cookie cupcake, a chocolate chip studded yellow cake lined with a cookie crust and topped with brown sugar frosting and dusted with cookie crumbles.

Don’t forget to check out the Disneyland mobile app to help you plan ahead and secure some of these amazing items on mobile order.

I hope you and your taste buds are excited for what’s coming at Disneyland Resort. Which are you anticipating most?

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

First Look: More Character Dining to Return at Walt Disney World

News By Courtney Harris July 7, 2022 No Comments

Do you love interacting with characters? Have you been waiting patiently for that special hug as you feast on delicious eats? Well, you’re in luck because the time has come for even more character dining experiences to make their grand return!

Across Walt Disney World, some of our guest-favorite restaurants are gearing up to welcome popular pals back, including Stitch for breakfast at ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Minnie and her friends for breakfast at Cape May Café at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, and Winnie the Pooh and friends at The Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom Park for both lunch and dinner.

Get ready for some hugs, laughs, and lasting memories because here are the places getting character dining back soon!

Let’s start with a trip to Magic Kingdom Park, where there are some special characters coming back for a friendship celebration nestled within Main Street, U.S.A. On September 20, some friends from the Hundred Acre Wood will be rejoining the celebratory feasting for lunch and dinner at The Crystal Palace: A Buffet with Characters featuring Winnie the Pooh and Friends. This greenhouse-inspired beauty is the perfect place to spend your day with some hugs and a feast, with options like Carved Prime Rib, Seasonal Ravioli, and Peel & Eat Shrimp.

Stitch at ‘Ohana Best Friends Breakfast featuring Lilo and Stitch

At Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, get ready for some relaxing vibes as you treat yourself to some breakfast classics at the ‘Ohana Best Friends Breakfast featuring Lilo and Stitch, coming back on September 27! Nothing beats getting some love from everyone’s favorite mischievous friend, Stitch, to start off your day. Get your hugs in as you enjoy tasty treats like the Pineapple Coconut Breakfast Bread and Mickey Waffles and sip on the iconic Lilikoi Juice and the yummy Moana Smoothie.

Over at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, you’ll find Cape May Café, a New-England inspired spot serving up some tasty eats in an all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet! On October 4, the Cape May Café Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast will be making its exciting return. Have some fun with Disney friends as you enjoy your morning favorites at this feast, including the mouthwatering Salted Caramel “Beach Buns.” And what breakfast is complete without the famous Mickey and Minnie Waffles? Fuel up for your day the right way with these unforgettable characters and dishes.

I hope you’re excited for these exciting updates that will let you indulge in an all-you-care-to-enjoy fare and meet some of your favorite characters once again! These character dining locations join other newly returned experiences, like the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue and Chip ‘N Dale’s Campfire Sing-A-Long at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Check out our other blog post for more details about the recent debut of Mirabel in the “Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade” at Magic Kingdom, as well as other characters who will start appearing later this month.

To book reservations, go to the Walt Disney World Resort website or the My Disney Experience mobile app.

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

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