It’s time to get excited about this edition of Best Bites! It has it all – from adorable “Raya and the Last Dragon”-inspired treats and over-the-top hotdogs and shakes to the return of Sangria University and breakfast withDisney Junior Characters. Check out all the yummy details below. Enjoy!
To celebrate the upcoming release of Walt Disney Studios’ “Raya and the Last Dragon,” There are some very special treats to share. In addition to the experiences coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom announced previously on Disney Parks Blog, three new creative sweet treats inspired by the film debut today in the Park.
Baby Tuk Tuk Mousse – 5-spice mousse on top of chocolate cake, milk chocolate cream, chocolate velvet ”shell,” and chocolate crispy pearls (available starting Feb. 22 at Creature Comforts Coffee Shop and Isle of Java).
Baby Tuk Tuk Ice Cream Sundae – Chai-spiced caramel cake, chai caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream, green tea cake crumbs, salted caramel crispy pearls, and edible image of Baby Tuk Tuk (available starting Feb. 22 at Dino-Bite Snacks).
Mighty Mist Soft-Serve – Twist of strawberry and vanilla soft serve with blue-tinted white chocolate- dipped waffle cone rolled in sparkling sugar (available starting Feb. 22 at Anandapur Ice Cream Truck).
And it gets even sweeter! As a Disney Parks Blog exclusive debut, here is a “foodie inspired” clip from the new film introducing Boun, the self-styled “owner, manager, chef, and captain” of his boat, the Shrimporium.
Don’t miss “Raya and the Last Dragon” releasing simultaneously in theaters and on Disney+ with Premier Access on Mar. 5, 2021.
Breakfast is back at Hollywood & Vine starting Mar. 22! Wave and snap photos of your favorite Disney Junior Characters while dining on a delicious and hearty à la carte breakfast. Start with a sharable pastry basket for the table and choose your breakfast entrée, such as the delicious French toast stuffed with chocolate-hazelnut spread or all-you-care-to-enjoy pancakes made with our signature house-made batter. Yum!
À la Carte Menu Options:
All-you-care-to-enjoy pancakes made with our signature house-made batter.
French toast stuffed with chocolate-hazelnut spread.
Toasted open-faced salmon bagel.
Four-egg scramble.
Four-egg cheese omelet.
Plant-based egg frittata.
To book your reservation for Hollywood & Vine Breakfast, visit DisneyWorld.com starting Feb. 26.
Continue your holiday celebration through Feb. 28 with the oh so popular Peppermint Bundt Cake Shake at Hollywood Scoops! Peppermint ice cream topped with whipped cream, TWO festive Bundt cakes, and peppermint bark!
Hazelnut Budino – Creamy chocolate-hazelnut custard with chocolate torta topped with caramel, toasted meringue, and pralines (available at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant).
Pot Stickers – Fried pork and vegetable pot stickers served with orange-sesame-ginger sauce (available at Sunshine Tree Terrace).
Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago: Sangria University has returned! Guests will sample four different house-made sangrias paired with an appetizer. A sangria sommelier will take guests through the nuances of each recipe, delving into the history of this fruity cocktail. The best part? You get to make your very own sangria! You will even receive a Sangria University diploma for a job well done!
For available dates and times, email WDW.Sangria.University@disney.com. (Note: Classes are limited to ensure proper social distancing protocol.)
In addition to the incredible view, Dahlia Lounge has two tasty offerings not to miss:
Ham and Cheese Bocadillo – Jamón serrano, Manchego cheese, roasted garlic aïoli, and honey on a toasted baguette.
Disney Springs is serving up over-the-top “dogs,” and Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew has a fun limited-time donut:
Mardi Gras Smoked Crawdog – Smoked Andouille sausage, crawfish, lemon caper aïoli, and creole pepper sauce on a roll (available at B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co.).
The King Dog – All Beef Hotdog with French Toast Batter-dipped and Cereal-crusted Hot Dog Bun, Spicy Peanut Butter Spread, Banana-Honey Mustard, Chipotle-Berry Preserve, and Billionaire’s Bacon (available at Hot Diggity Dog Food Truck).
Chocolate Mint Donut – A tribute treat inspired by the iconic Girl Scout cookie made with Thin Mint cookies (available through Feb. 28 at Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew).
Limited-time goodness at Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort:
Beefy Mac & Cheesy Sandwich – Roast beef and cheddar sandwich topped with mac & cheese (available through Mar. 14 at Earl of Sandwich).
Red Velvet Cake Batter Shake – Classic red velvet cake batter shake with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and a cherry (available through Feb. 28 at Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes).
The Vault Series – Re-release of the most epic flavors from the Salt & Straw vault (available through Mar. 18 at Salt & Straw).
Beginning Oct. 1, Walt Disney World Resort will throw “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” in honor of their 50th anniversary, bringing new experiences to all four theme parks and beyond. This milestone is such a big deal, they’ve even coined a new word – “EARidescence” – to describe what Guests will see when they visit. Disney teams are creating all sorts of new decorations that will shimmer and sparkle all day and into the night.
As part of the celebration, Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park will add to its royal makeover from last year. The castle will feature golden bunting and a 50th anniversary crest as part of its festive new look.
The castle will add even more magic at night, joined by icons at each of the other three theme parks as they transform into Beacons of Magic, including pixie dust on Cinderella Castle, magical fireflies inhabiting the Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and special new touches coming to life on the Hollywood Tower Hotel at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
And at EPCOT, new lights will shine across the reflective panels of Spaceship Earth, connecting to one another and resembling stars in a nighttime sky. This permanent new lighting will continue beyond “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” as a defining feature of the park.
Guests will also want to keep an eye out for Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, who will have sparkling new looks for the celebration. As hosts of the event, they’ll be dressed for the occasion in custom-made fashions of EARidescent fabric with gold highlights.
We’ll have more to share about our plans for this 18-month long “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” in the future as we ramp up to the big day on Oct. 1!
Lunar New Year (also called Spring Festival) signals the coming of spring and the promise of hope and new beginnings. It is tradition to gather family and friends for Lo Hei (meaning “tossing up good fortune”) – a prosperity toss salad traditionally consisting of fresh fish, shredded vegetables, fried crackers, and plum sauce.
Each Lo Hei ingredient has a special significance for the upcoming year, such as good fortune, eternal youth, prosperity, or strong ties with family and friends. Served on a large plate or platter, everyone joins in to toss and mix the ingredients while saying hopeful well-wishes out loud to herald in good luck. The higher the toss, the more prosperity it is purported to bring in the year ahead.
There are many interpretations of Lo Hei. Our talented chefs at Hong Kong Disneyland shared their version with ramen noodles, smoky salmon, briny abalone, prawns, and shredded vegetables with delicious sesame and chili-soy sauces.
Check out the full recipe below, and we wish you a Happy Lunar New Year!
Lo Hei with Sesame and Chili-Soy Sauces from Hong Kong Disneyland Serves 4
LO HEI
1 medium (200 grams) seedless cucumber, julienne (1 1/4 cups)
3 large (220 grams) carrots, julienne (1 cup)
1 small (60 grams) Japanese turnip, julienne (2/3 cup)
1/4 cup (40 grams) thinly sliced seaweed of assorted colors
3/4 cup (175 milliliters) roasted bottled sesame salad dressing
1 cup (60 grams) small rice crackers
1/2 cup (40 grams) fried shallots
FOR LO HEI:
Wash julienned cucumber, carrot, turnip, and seaweed in cold water. Drain and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Bring large pot of water to boil. Add prawn and cook for 5 minutes, until they turn pink and curl. Remove with slotted spoon and place in cold water. Drain, then remove shells. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Bring large pot of water to boil. Add ramen noodles and cook 5 minutes, until soft. Drain and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Fold sliced smoked salmon into rings. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Rinse canned abalone in cold water. Drain and refrigerate until ready to serve.
FOR CHILI-SOY SAUCE:
Heat vegetable oil in small skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes, until hot. Add garlic paste and red chili pepper and sauté 5 minutes, until peppers are soft. Add soy sauce and remove from heat.
Cool to room temperature before serving.
TO SERVE:
Pour chili-soy sauce and roasted sesame dressing in separate small bowls.
Place shredded vegetables and noodles on the bottom of large plate. Top with prawn, smoked salmon, and abalone.
Sprinkle with rice crackers and fried shallots. Drizzle with chili-soy sauce and roasted sesame salad dressing and toss to mix.
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 the restaurant kitchens. The flavor profile may vary from the restaurant’s version.
You won’t have to travel around World Showcase to try the famous Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup from EPCOT – you can now make it at HOME!
This classic soup is on the menu at Le Cellier Steakhouse in the Canada pavilion and is one of their most popular recipes! It serves as a great appetizer or even a warm dish for a cozy afternoon and you can pair it with pretzel bread for dipping for a magical meal!
Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup from Le Cellier Steakhouse at EPCOT
Serves 10
Ingredients:
1/2 pound of bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium red onion, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
3 celery ribs, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken stock
4 cups milk
1 pound white cheddar cheese, grated
1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Coarse salt, freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup warm Canadian golden lager or any pale lager-style beer
Chopped scallions or chives, for garnish
Directions:
In a 4- or 5-quart Dutch oven, cook bacon, stirring, over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until lightly browned.
Add red onion, celery, and butter and sauté until onion has softened, about 5 minutes.
Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 4 minutes over medium heat. Whisk in chicken stock and bring to boil for 1 minute. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add milk and continue to simmer for 15 minutes. Do not boil after milk is added.
Remove from heat and add cheese, Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Blend with immersion blender until cheese is melted and soup is smooth. Stir in warm beer. If the soup is too thick, thin with some warm milk.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped scallions or chives.
If you’re looking for an incredible dinner for two or a sweet snack to share with your pal, make plans to dine at these locations that are offering a little something special to celebrate your loved one.
Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew – From Feb. 12-14, indulge with a heart-shaped donut crowned with sweet cream and heart-shaped sprinkles.
Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Soda Fountain – Enjoy a delicious Ghirardelli sundae with “buy one, get one” half off on all sundaes from Feb. 5-14, 2021. (Limit one per person, cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.)
Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea – Treat your valentine to a coffee date with the Fairytale Love Latte featuring espresso, milk, dark chocolate sauce, caramel and coconut syrups. Plus, pick up a seasonal gift set as a take-home treat while supplies last.
Paddlefish – On Valentine’s Day, enjoy the Chef’s Special Seafood Boil for Two featuring Maine Lobster, Key West Shrimp, Cedar Key Littlenecks, Corn Bread, Red Potatoes, and Sweet Corn for $89 per couple. (Add a bottle Sparkling Cava for $30.) No discounts or substitutions.
Planet Hollywood – From Feb. 12-14, enjoy a Valentine’s prix fixe special for $34.95 featuring your choice of House or Caesar Salad, Roasted Prime Rib or Grouper and New York Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce. (Add on Champagne for $6 a glass or $18 per bottle.)
Jaleo by José Andrés – Celebrate and enjoy a taste of Spain with the Chef’s Tasting Experience For Two plus decadent specials on Valentine’s Day for $95 per person. Special menu additions for the evening include seared scallops, fried shrimp, pork ‘canelones’ with béchamel sauce and berry soup with cheese ice cream.
Terralina Crafted Italian – On Valentine’s Day, enjoy Chef Justin’s special pre-fixe menu for two featuring Spicy Shrimp Scampi, Braised Bone-In Short Rib with wild mushroom and fennel risotto, and tiramisu for $90 per couple. (Add a bottle of Villa Sparina Rose for $30.) No discounts or substitutions.
The Edison – Enjoy an evening of industrial gothic elegance, live entertainment, paired with decadent dishes such as melt-in-your-mouth filet, a New York strip cooked to perfection, and indulgent desserts including a rich red velvet cheesecake and the signature DB “Clothesline Chocolate Covered Candied Bacon.” Available Feb. 12-14.
Sprinkles – New this year is the Valentines Red Velvet Cupcake with a romantic twist on the classic red velvet in southern-style light chocolate cake with cream cheese frosting and topped with Luck in Love sprinkles by Fancy Sprinkles. Available Feb.1-14. The classic Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cupcake also returns Feb. 1-28 featuring a Belgian dark chocolate cake topped with luscious raspberry frosting.
YeSake – Make a sweet stop at Yesake and try the new Chocolate Cherry Boba Tea served with heart shaped sprinkles and chocolate chips. Available Feb. 1-28.
Vivoli il Gelato – The Love Potion returns and is sure to hit the sweet spot with vanilla gelato, Fanta strawberry, whipped cream, sugar rock candy and sprinkles. Available through Feb. 18.
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and Disney chefs and candy makers from around the world have been busy creating fun and delicious offerings to celebrate this season of love.
They have everything from adorable sweets you can grab on the go, to romantic prix fixe meals with extra special touches to celebrate Valentine’s Day. They could not limit all this goodness of edible love to just one day so many of these offerings are available over multiple days. Check out all the offerings.
Happy Valentine’s Day – SWAK – Sealed with a kiss!
Marceline’s Confectionery, Downtown Disney District (available Jan. 24 – Feb. 14)
Trolley Treats (available Jan. 24 – Feb. 14)
“Bee Mine” Apple – Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel, enrobed in red chocolate, and decorated in white and dark chocolate with cute little chocolate bee.
Strawberry Cake Pop – Chocolate cake pop dipped in pink strawberry-flavored chocolate and drizzled with red chocolate.
Dark Chocolate Marshmallow Wand – Marshmallow wand dipped in caramel and dark chocolate then drizzled with red and pink chocolate.
Dark Chocolate Dipped Strawberry – Long-stemmed strawberry dipped in dark chocolate and drizzled in white chocolate.
Milk Chocolate Swirl Strawberry – Long-stemmed strawberry swirled in milk, white, and dark chocolate.
White Chocolate Dipped Strawberry – Long-stemmed strawberry dipped in white chocolate and drizzled in dark chocolate.
Pink Minnie Candy Apple – Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel, coated in milk chocolate, and decorated with white chocolate, white candy-coated chocolates, glittery pink sugar, and a pink chocolate bow.
Sweetheart Minnie Piñata – Minnie Mouse dark chocolate sphere decorated with signature red bow and red heart-shaped dots filled with marshmallow treats.
Love Note Heart Piñatas – Chocolate heart filled with heart marshmallows adorned with sweet saying for your love.
Strawberries and Champagne Ganache Squares – Dark chocolate melded with strawberries and Champagne. Whimsical Cinderella’s coach container (holds two ganache squares) available for purchase.
I Heart U Ganache Lollipop – Raspberry and dark chocolate ganache on a stick decorated with I Heart U.
Amorette’s Patisserie (available Feb. 7-14)
Dipped Strawberry Bouquet – Strawberry dipped in Guayaquil dark chocolate.
Love is in the Air Petit Cake – Pink velvet chiffon, strawberry mousse, chocolate chiffon, peanut butter filling, strawberry crisp pearls, and strawberry jelly.
Le Grand Amour Éclair – Orange marmalade and milk chocolate garnished with heart and pipette of orange-flavored liqueur.
Marketplace Snacks (available Feb. 1-28)
A Valentine Swirl – A swirl of DOLE Whip® Strawberry and Chocolate Soft-Serve with Chocolate-dipped Strawberry Garnish.
Magic Kingdom Park
Main Street Bakery (available Feb. 12-14)
Various Carts (available Feb. 12-14)
Royal Majesty – Strawberry-flavored cake pop dipped in red chocolate and coated with sprinkles.
EPCOT
Biergarten Restaurant (available Feb. 14)
Traveler’s Café (available Feb. 14)
Garden Grill Restaurant (available Feb. 14)
Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookie – Sugar cookies with heart sprinkles.
Coral Reef Restaurant (available Feb. 14)
Red Velvet Cake with white chocolate cream cheese icing, raspberry coulis, and a chocolate strawberry truffle.
Le Cellier Steakhouse (available Feb. 14)
Red Velvet Chocolate Bar – Dark chocolate crémeux, red velvet cake, white chocolate-orange-flavored liqueur, and raspberry coulis.
Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, Masterpiece Kitchen Food Studio (available through Feb. 22)
Vanilla, rose water, and pistachio panna cotta.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
Creature Comforts (available Feb. 2 – Mar. 1)
Valentine’s Brownie with Mousse Dome – Strawberry mousse atop a chocolate brownie with valentine heart sprinkles.
Valentine’s Cupcake – Chocolate cake, cherry filling, and vanilla frosting with a chocolate zebra-striped heart.
Restaurantosaurus Restaurant (available Feb. 2 – Mar. 1)
Flame Tree Barbecue (available Feb. 2 – Mar. 1)
Valentine’s Cupcake – Chocolate cake with milk chocolate, soft ganache filling, vanilla buttercream, and Simba and Nala chocolate coin.
Dino-Bite Snacks (available Feb. 2 – Mar. 1)
Valentine Ice Cream Sandwich – Strawberry ice cream between two chocolate cookies rolled in sprinkles.
Nomad Lounge and Tiffins Restaurant (available Feb. 12-14)
Rose Rosé – Vodka, single estate rye, simple syrup, rose water, and rosé brut.
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
Gasparilla Island Grill, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Roaring Fork, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Contempo Café, Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Ale & Compass Marketplace, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
Beach Club Marketplace, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
Capt. Cook’s, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
BoardWalk Bakery, Disney’s BoardWalk
P&J Southern Takeout, Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Primo Piatto, Disney’s Riviera Resort
Available Feb. 11-15
Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Candy Cupcake – Cinnamon sponge cake filled with red cinnamon mousse topped with heart-shaped vanilla buttercream and Mickey & Minnie chocolate garnish.
Landscape of Flavors, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Everything POP Shopping & Dining, Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Call Me Sweetheart – Chocolate cupcake filled with hazelnut cream topped with chocolate hazelnut and strawberry buttercream, white chocolate heart, and strawberry crisp pearls.
Valentine’s Day Celebration Wine Package (offered Feb. 11-14)
All Resort Locations Offering Mobile Order
A bottle (187ml) of sparkling wine and two squares of dark chocolate ganache with pink raspberry center served in Cinderella’s coach container. Conveniently available on mobile order.
Topolino’s Terrance – Flavors of the Riviera, Disney’s Riviera Resort
Valentine’s Day Prix Fixe Menu (available Feb. 11-14)
Sparkling Wine Toast Included.
Choice of One Appetizer:
Gnocchi – Duck confit, pesto bianco, garden kale, and pinole.
Romaine Insalata – Ricotta, watercress, acciuga, lemon, and olio d’oliva.
Choice of One Entrée:
King Salmon – Artichoke risotto, sauce vierge, upland cress, and huile d’ olive.
Dreamer’s Lookout, Disney Explorers Lodge (available Feb. 12-14)
Dreamer’s Lookout Chocolate Gift Box – Personalized Mickey and Minnie chocolate bonbons, Mickey dark chocolate truffle, and Minnie milk chocolate truffle.
Walt’s Café, Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel (available Feb. 13-14)
Valentine’s Day Prix Fixe Dinner – Four-course menu with caviar, veal liver, halibut, scallop, and Spanish red prawn. Included are two glasses of Champagne and one Alex and Ani bracelet for that special someone.
The Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is a little more than a month away! To get ready for this year’s event, debuting March 3 and continuing through July 5, let’s take a look at some fresh new festival details we’re sharing today.
Topiaries Full of Disney Character: Throughout the park Guests will see gorgeous topiaries of Disney characters blooming to life in floral sculptures. Highlights will include Remy in the France pavilion, Tinker Bell and the Fairy Houses in the United Kingdom, Lady and the Tramp in Italy and Sorcerer Mickey at the park’s reimagined main entrance.
Gardens to Explore: Guests can soak in the sights of spring in 20 different garden areas all across EPCOT, including floating gardens on the waters of Future World, a bamboo garden in China, a tropical rainforest garden in Mexico and the English Tea Garden Presented by Twinings of London in the United Kingdom (where Guests can also take a Self-Guided Tea Tour!). Another picturesque spot is The Goodness Garden Butterfly House Presented by GoGo squeeZ, where Guests can view a kaleidoscope of butterflies up close, in all their extraordinary color. And at Outdoor Escapes Presented by OFF! Repellents in Future World East, Guests can unwind in refreshing spaces that show just how easy it is to create an outdoor escape for family and friends.
Outdoor Kitchens Galore: Guests can embark on a mouth-watering journey around the park and discover a smorgasbord of options, with more than 20 delectable stops to choose from. Each Outdoor Kitchen offers a specialty menu of creative cuisine and libations to savor and sip. We’ll have more details to share in an upcoming post about all the foodie fun Guests can expect this year.
Entertainment All Around: The festival features plenty of live music every day. Voices of Liberty perform an all-American a cappella showcase, celebrating the landscape, heart and human spirit of America, and Mariachi Cobre takes the stage for a performance of world-famous Mexican folk music. Guests can also tap their toes to the sound of the Jammin’ Gardeners, performing rhythmic beats with inspired backyard percussion, and head into World Showplace, where the EPCOT Pianist will be playing a selection of songs of the season.
Health Full Trail Presented by AdventHealth: At the Flavor Full Outdoor Kitchen and garden along the Imagination Walkway, the whole family can learn ways to stay healthy.
Family Fun with Scavenger Hunts: Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration is a springtime quest to find the buzzzz-iest honey bee at Walt Disney World Resort. And as a special treat during the Easter season (March 19 – April 4), Guests can also take part in the Egg-stravaganza Scavenger Hunt to find Disney pals and their oversized eggs all around World Showcase.
Festival Memories: Guests can commemorate their visit with official event merchandise, including apparel, headwear, drinkware and much more, featuring Orange Bird, Figment, Minnie Mouse and Spike the Bee.
The Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is available with valid admission and a park reservation for the same date. Stay tuned for more details as we draw nearer the festival.
The darling of this year’s Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is a pocket of melty cheese topped with all sorts of deliciousness. What dish is everyone talking about? (Hint – it is offered at the new Vibrante & Vívido Food Studio.) Of course, it’s the Blue Corn Pupusa.
This classic Salvadoran dish starts with grilled blue masa corn cakes stuffed with white cheddar and top with shredded pork, guajillo-árbol chile sauce, cabbage slaw, and aji amarillo crema. Yum!
Disney chefs are sharing the recipe for this popular dish that is just as much fun to make with family and friends as it is delicious. Many of the components can be prepped the day before so everyone can help with stuffing, flattening, cooking, and topping right before eating.
BLUE CORN PUPUSA STUFFED WITH CHEESE AND TOPPED WITH SHREDDED PORK
EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Makes 8
PORK WITH GUAJILLO-ÁRBOL CHILI SAUCE
6 dried guajillo chilies
1 chile de árbol
6 cups plus 2 tablespoons water
1 garlic clove
2-3 pounds pork butt, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
Coarse salt, to taste
2 tablespoons cornstarch
CABBAGE SLAW
2 cups red cabbage, shredded
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 carrot, julienne
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more, to taste
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon brown sugar
Pinch red pepper flakes
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
AJI AMARILLO CREAM
1 cup sour cream
2 3/4 teaspoons aji amarillo paste
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more, to taste
BLUE CORN PUPUSA
2 cups blue corn masa1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon coarse salt
3/4 – 1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup grated white cheddar cheese
1/4 cup canola oil
GARNISH
16 freshly picked cilantro leaves
FOR PORK WITH GUAJILLO AND ÁRBOL CHILI SAUCE:
Remove stems from guajillo and árbol chiles. Heat large sauté pan over medium heat for 5 minutes, until hot. Add chilies and toast for 1-2 minutes on each side, until darker in color.
Place chilies in large pot with 6 cups of the water and garlic clove. Bring to simmer and cook, covered, for 20 minutes, until soft. Blend with immersion blender until smooth.
Season pork generously with salt. Add to pot of water. Bring to boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook, covered, for 1 hour, until pork is tender. Remove from liquid and cool for 20 minutes. Do not discard cooking liquid.
Combine remaining 2 tablespoons of water with cornstarch in small bowl. Bring pork liquid back to a boil. Add cornstarch and water and stir until sauce thickens. Reduce heat to low.
Shred pork and add to sauce. Season with additional salt, to taste.
Keep warm until ready to serve.
FOR RED CABBAGE SLAW:
Combine apple cider vinegar, water, salt, oregano, brown sugar, and chili flakes in small saucepan. Bring to boil over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
Mix shredded cabbage, onions, and carrots in large bowl. Add cooled dressing and toss to coat.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, up to one day, before serving.
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
FOR AJI AMARILLO CREAM:
Combine sour cream, aji amarillo paste, lime juice, and salt in medium bowl. Season with additional salt, to taste.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
FOR BLUE CORN PUPUSA:
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
Combine masa, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in mixing bowl. Pour in 3/4 cups of water and stir to combine. Slowly add additional water, 1/4 cup at a time, until a soft, pliable dough forms.
Scoop dough into 1/4 cup balls and place on reserved baking sheet.
Using your fingers, make a well in the center of each ball of dough. Fill each well with 1 tablespoon of cheddar cheese. Pinch to close dough around the well.
Gently flatten into disks, making sure no cheese is showing.
With caution, heat canola oil in large non-stick skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes. Cook pupusa for 2-3 minutes on each side, until dark blue in color and crispy on the outside.
Keep warm until ready to serve.
TO SERVE:
Place pupusa in the center of each plate. Top with pork and red cabbage slaw. Drizzle aji amarillo cream on top. Garnish with cilantro leaves.
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 the restaurant kitchens. The flavor profile may vary from the restaurant’s version.
Click here for a print-at-home version of this recipe!
Guests planning ahead for their next Disney Springs visit will not want to miss these sweet new additions!
Gideon’s Bakehouse
Celebrating its grand opening just last weekend, Gideon’s new flagship location is already a popular destination at Disney Springs. Nestled in the heart of The Landing is where Guests will find this incredible bakery packed with handmade, almost half-pound cookies, double frosted cakes, and delicious iced coffees. Not only is the menu amazing, but the dark and mysterious atmosphere themed to an old bookshop creates an unforgettable experience as soon as Guests walk through the door including some interactive elements inside. (Not to give too much away!) Gideon’s Bakehouse carries the same popular menu from their original East End Market location with a few Disney Springs exclusive offerings like the ever-popular Coffee Cake Cookie (previously only available one month a year) and hot cookie hour each evening. Due to popular demand, Gideon’s does offer a virtual queue each day so we recommend that Guests arrive early so they can grab their spot in-line and do a little shopping while they wait.
Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew
Open for just a few weeks now at Disney Springs West Side, there is no better foodie destination for any and all donut-loving fans. The menu boasts an impressive selection of both classic donut flavors and over-the-top gourmet creations like Peanut Butter Explosion, Maple Double Bacon and Oreo Supreme just to name a few. And what’s a donut without an awesome cup of joe? Everglazed also specializes in cold brew coffees and even spiked coffees. Other noteworthy items on the menu include their hand-crafted flavored milks, savory breakfast sandwiches, and loaded fries.
Wondermade
Guests will have to make room for “s’more” treats at the new Wondermade pop-up shop located in The Landing just outside of Paddlefish. A local Central Florida brand, Wondermade specializes in hand-crafted marshmallows including flavors such as S’mores, Key Lime Pie, Birthday Cake and Salted Caramel. Guests ready to indulge in some real luxury can ask about their Gold Champagne flavor hand-covered in 24 karat edible gold.
Coming Soon — M&M’S
As we enter 2021, Guests can get ready to play in a whole new world of color at M&M’S opening soon at Disney Springs West Side! This beloved brand is a guest-favorite and we’re thrilled to share there’s even more to love about M&M’S. Be on the lookout for new Mickey and Minnie Mouse M&M’s designs and packaging sold exclusively at Disney Springs. If that’s not exciting enough, the new store will be filled with their signature chocolate wall and feature a vast assortment of whimsical merchandise, including apparel and accessories.
What better way to enjoy the wonderful Florida weather than outdoors savoring Mediterranean small plates and refreshing beverages? Now add scenic views of World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT–perfection. With décor inspired by outdoor cafés from the Moroccan seaside, Spice Road Table is now open offering a delicious new menu of small plates and sips to enjoy al fresco or in the quaint dining room. Here is a tasty tour of the menu. B’Saha!
Hummus Fries with Citrus Chipotle, Preserved Lemon
Pomegranate-Chili Crispy Cauliflower with Red Pepper Aleppo Sauce (plant-based)
Fried Calamari with Rémoulade and Harissa Sauce
Grilled Lamb Kefta with Tzatziki, Radish, Cherry Tomato Confit
