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Foodie Guide to New Palm Breeze Bar Opening Nov. 2 at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel

Foodie Guide By October 27, 2023 No Comments

Foodies get ready because a new spot is about to open its doors to hungry patrons ready for a tasty meal with a Disney touch. The newest Disney Vacation Club resort, The Villas at Disneyland Hotelis now open at Disneyland Resort, and their brand-new Palm Breeze Bar will be serving up tasty eats and sips for all guests staying at The Disneyland Hotel to enjoy, starting on Nov. 2. This delightful outdoor venue will feature modern décor inspired by the imaginative artistry of Disney Legend, Mary Blair. As you enter this location, art inspired by some of the classic Walt Disney Animation Studios films and Disneyland park itself will be all around you, so keep your eyes peeled while you dine!

Whether you’re in the mood for a fresh seafood bite like the Coctel de Mariscos, some cheesy-goodness with the Cheese Fry Poutine, the Beignets for a sweet finish (with a Disney twist), or the Strawberry Thyme Fizz for a refreshing sip, Palm Breeze Bar will have something for everyone to enjoy it when it opens, so bring your appetite.

Well, I think it’s time we get to the full menu, don’t you? I’m thrilled to share with you all of the eats and sips coming to Disneyland Resort with the opening of Palm Breeze Bar at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel. Let’s go!

Food at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel in Palm Breeze Bar: Coctel de Mariscos: Fresh market fish, gulf shrimp, snow crab claw, and avocado, Ahi Tuna Tataki: Aji Amarillo ponzu, persillade, and crispy wonton, Avocado & Lime Hummus Dip: Crudite vegetables, espelette, and crispy pita, Cheese Fry Poutine: Demi-glace, cheese sauce, chive sour cream, and pimento, Cocktail Chicken Wings: Bourbon barbeque glaze, chile aïoli

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  • Coctel de Mariscos: Fresh market fish, gulf shrimp, snow crab claw, and avocado
  • Ahi Tuna Tataki: Aji Amarillo ponzu, persillade, and crispy wonton
  • Avocado & Lime Hummus Dip: Crudite vegetables, espelette, and crispy pita
  • Cheese Fry Poutine: Demi-glace, cheese sauce, chive sour cream, and pimento
  • Cocktail Chicken Wings: Bourbon barbeque glaze, chile aïoli
Salads at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, Palm Breeze Bar - Heirloom Beet Salad: Roasted and marinated beets, baby kale, Persian cucumber, whipped Stracciatella mozzarella, candied walnut, and herb vinaigrette and Southwest Salad: Little gem lettuce, avocado, black beans, charred corn, heirloom tomato, cheddar and Jack cheeses, and cilantro dressing

Salads: 

  • Heirloom Beet Salad: Roasted and marinated beets, baby kale, Persian cucumber, whipped Stracciatella mozzarella, candied walnut, and herb vinaigrette
  • Southwest Salad: Little gem lettuce, avocado, black beans, charred corn, heirloom tomato, cheddar and Jack cheeses, and cilantro dressing (Also available with grilled chicken breast, salmon filet, or grilled prime flat iron steak) 
Sandwiches at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, Palm Breeze Bar - Jumbo Lump Crab Roll: Tarragon and lemon aïoli and fresh dill on a brioche bun served with potato chips, Palm Breeze Burger: Sun-dried tomato and basil pesto, burrata, and arugula served with French fries, and Spicy Crisp Chicken Sandwich: Zesty slaw, spicy aïoli, and bread and butter pickles served with french fries

Sandwiches: 

  • Jumbo Lump Crab Roll: Tarragon and lemon aïoli and fresh dill on a brioche bun served with potato chips
  • Palm Breeze Burger: Sun-dried tomato and basil pesto, burrata, and arugula served with french fries
  • Spicy Crisp Chicken Sandwich: Zesty slaw, spicy aïoli, and bread and butter pickles served with french fries
Palm Breeze Bar Foodie Guide menu at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel Charcuterie Pizza, four cheese California pizza, garden pizza, beignets, and chocolate chip cookie sandwhich in the shape of mickey mouse

Artisan Personal Pizzas: 

  • Charcuterie Pizza: Artisan-cured prosciutto, pepperoni, sausage, and sun-dried tomato
  • Four Cheese California Pizza: Mozzarella, cheddar, and Jack cheeses with chevre, marinated tomato, and fresh basil
  • Garden Pizza: Plant-based cheese, Romesco sauce, soy chorizo, cilantro-mint chimichurri, shaved asparagus, crimini mushroom, and sun-dried tomato (Plant-based) 

Kid’s Menu:

  • Power Pack: Yogurt smoothie, mandarin orange, and whole grain fish crackers
  • Cheesy Grilled Cheese: American cheese on toasted brioche and served with seasoned french fries or fresh fruit
  • Cheeseburger Sliders topped with American cheese and served with seasoned french fries or fresh fruit
  • Grilled Chicken Breast with brown rice, fruit, or seasonal vegetables

Desserts: 

  • Beignets filled with chocolate, passion fruit, and mixed berry
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwich: Chocolate chip cookies with vanilla ice cream
  • Molten Chocolate Cake: Hot fudge, whipped cream, and slivered almonds

Non-alcoholic Beverages: 

Indulge in one of the new Curiously Delightful Mocktails. 

  • Pineapple Cooler: Pineapple shrub, orange juice, and grenadine (Non-alcoholic beverage)
  • Citrus Ginger Ale: Orange juice, lemon juice, grenadine, and ginger beer (Non-alcoholic beverage)
  • Non-alcoholic Fifty-Five-Fifty: Frozen coconut purée, peach juice, and mint (Non-alcoholic beverage)
  • Non-alcoholic Chilly Mango: Frozen mango purée, mint, chamoy, and chile lime seasoning (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Beverages at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, Palm Breeze Bar drink menu

Alcoholic Beverages: 

Enjoy one of the new beverages coming to Palm Breeze Bar with Grove Grown Inspirations, Stirred and Strong, and Chilled Delights! 

  • Signature Breezy Marg: Código Reposado Tequila, charred Meyer lemon juice, Cointreau, and agave nectar garnished with charred Meyer lemon wheel
  • Tropical Shandy: Flor De Caña Rum, pineapple shrub, lime juice, and Smog City Mango Pango Ale
  • Seasonal G & T: Sipsmith Gin, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, black pepper, rosemary syrup, charred Meyer lemon juice, and elderflower tonic water
  • Basil Grapefruit Sour: Del Maguey Mezcal, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, grapefruit syrup, egg white, and Thai basil with a Thai basil garnish (Egg white substitute available upon request) 
  • Strawberry Thyme Fizz: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Cynar, strawberry-thyme syrup, lemon juice, and prosecco
  • Blue Bee’s Knees: The Botanist Islay Dry Gin, lemon juice, organic honey, and blueberry wine
  • Oaxacan Old Fashioned: Ilegal Mezcal, agave nectar, and grapefruit bitters
  • Nouveau Negroni: Sipsmith Gin, Gran Classico, Montenegro Amaro, Cocchi Storico, orange bitters, and garnished with an orange twist
  • Orange Bourbon Punch: Angel’s Envy Bourbon, lemon, simple syrup, and strong brew orange tea
  • Marcie ’55: Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Malahat Cabernet Rested Rum, Averna Amaro, Fernet Branca, plum and burlesque bitters, and lemon essence
  • Chilly Mango: Don Julio Blanco Tequila, frozen mango purée, chamoy, and chile-lime seasoning
  • Fifty-Five-Fifty: Selva Coconut Rum, frozen coconut purée, peach juice, and mint
  • An assortment of wines and beers

What a tasty menu on the way! Head on over to Palm Breeze Bar beginning Nov. 2 to try all these items yourself.

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Foodie Guide to Brand-New Disney Jollywood Nights

Foodie Guide By October 18, 2023 No Comments

Grab your best Hollywood glam and appetite because Disney Jollywood Nights is less than a month away from kicking off its first night! This brand-new holiday extravaganza is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World on 10 select nights Nov. 11 through Dec. 20 and is filled with plenty of festive fun.

This new nighttime soiree will feature plenty of swanky spots for you to enjoy like the Holiday Fiesta en la Calle over in Commissary Lane. The streets will be filled with Latin holiday tunes, colorful décor, and plenty of eats and sips inspired by Latin holiday traditions for a vibrant and lively party. Or experience Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby as the restaurant transforms into a smooth jazz joint, playing holiday tunes amidst sparkling décor. Here, you can sip craft cocktails and indulge in an exclusive menu of light bites while enjoying the music and ambiance of this classy establishment. You can even drop by the dazzling Twilight Soirée at The Tip-Top Club, a swingin’ soiree in the courtyard of The Hollywood Tower Hotel. A live band will be bringing the fun with holiday tunes in jukebox style as you sip on fancy cocktails.

While you’re at all of these locations and the others scattered throughout the park, you’ll be able to indulge in tasty delights that will light up your taste buds with holiday spirit (and flavor). From the delicious Holiday Turkey Popover at Fairfax Fare to the lovely Tiramisù Puff at PizzeRizzo, and even sweet sips like the Sandy Claws Hot Cocoa from Dockside Diner, this new event has something for everyone to enjoy this holiday season!

And don’t forget about the thrilling entertainment going on too! Be sure to check out the can’t-miss musical variety show featuring some of your favorites, like Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy, and the seasonal nighttime spectacular “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” To make the night even more festive, we’d suggest wearing your holiday best with an old Hollywood flair.

We don’t know about you, but we can’t wait to see all the tasty eats and sips coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this holiday season. We’re pleased to present to you the official Foodie Guide to the first-ever Disney Jollywood Nights!

Holiday Fiesta en la Calle at ABC Commissary

  • Chicken Empanadas with Street Corn: Chicken empanadas served with a side of street corn salad topped with chili peppers, lime, and cotija cheese
  • Yuca con Chicharrón: Fried pork belly, yuca, red pickled onions, and chili pepper-lime seasoning with a yellow pepper aïoli
  • Mushroom Taco: Chili-roasted Mixed mushrooms, avocado crema, baby gem lettuce, and garnished with sliced radish (Plant-based Item)
  • Birria Taco: Shredded short rib and Monterey jack served with beef consommé for dipping
  • Tembleque: Coconut rice pudding with caramel rum sauce and cinnamon
  • Mexican Hot Cocoa Cheesecake: Spiced chocolate cheesecake on a chocolate cookie base topped with vanilla whipped cream and cocoa powder with a chocolate handle
  • Mangonada: Frozen mango beverage with mango-chili pepper-lime sauce and chili pepper-lime seasoning on top (Non-alcoholic)
  • Zero-Proof Piña Colada: Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit, coconut, pineapple, and lime
  • Oaxaca Old Fashioned: Casa Dragones Blanco Tequila, Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, agave nectar, Mexican chocolate, and orange bitters served over ice garnished with an orange

Baseline Taphouse

  • Tuna Ceviche: Marinated ahi tuna, pico de gallo, and avocado cream topped with cilantro
  • Charcuterie Cup: Manchego, chorizo, serrano ham, pickled vegetables, olives, and toasted focaccia bread
  • Beer Margarita: Blend of Patrón Silver Tequila, Cointreau Liqueur, and lime juice topped with Scrimshaw Pilsner over Ice

Dockside Diner

  • Spicy Pimento-Kimchi Dip topped with chives and served with fresh house-made wonton chips
  • Roasted Eggplant Dip topped with chives and served with warm pita bread (Plant-based Item)
  • Poutine Tots: Potato barrels topped with gravy, brisket, mozzarella curds, and chives
  • Christmas Tree Cookie Stack: Vanilla cookie stack filled with pistachio buttercream, cranberry, and raspberry jam topped with sprinkles and a yellow candy star
  • Sandy Claws Hot Cocoa: “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”-inspired dark chocolate hot cocoa topped with cherry whipped cream (Non-alcoholic)
  • Naughty or Nice: Crown Royal Whisky and ginger mixed with orange, cranberry, and grapefruit juices topped with fresh cranberries

Epic Eats

  • Spicy Korean Chicken Funnel Cake: Spicy fried Korean chicken with pickled vegetables served on a mini funnel cake
  • Brisket Reuben Funnel Cake: Beef brisket and sauerkraut slaw topped with thousand island dressing served on a mini funnel cake
  • S’mores Funnel Cake: Giant roasted marshmallow with chocolate and marshmallow sauce, topped with chocolate curls and cinnamon cereal served on a mini funnel cake
  • Samuel Adams Winter Lager: Spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and orange peel for a deep flavor and malty finish

Fairfax Fare

  • Holiday Turkey Popover: Roasted turkey and creamy mashed potatoes topped with gravy, cranberry chutney, and chives in a house-made popover
  • ‘Just the Sides’ Popover: Macaroni & cheese and savory collard greens with ham topped with cornbread crumbs in a house-made popover
  • PB&J Doughnut: Glazed doughnut with creamy peanut butter and grape jelly dipped in dark chocolate topped with crushed house-made salt and vinegar chips
  • Kermit’s Frozen Banana Bliss: Frozen banana and white chocolate with caramel swirls topped with matcha whipped cream and sprinkle (Non-alcoholic)
  • Mistletoe Martini: Tito’s Handmade Vodka and St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur mixed with cranberry juice and topped with fresh cranberries and mint leaves

Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction

  • Christmas Gertie Cookie: Sugar cookie with mint icing (Also available with mint soft-serve)

Market

  • Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls: Fried spring rolls served with a jalapeño-ranch dipping sauce and fried rice noodles
  • Frozone’s Snowball Macaroons: Coconut macaroons drizzled with blue vanilla frosting and topped with white snowflake sprinkles
  • Spiced Apple Cider: Apple cider and cinnamon with an apple chip garnish (Non-alcoholic)
  • Zero-Proof Apple Cider: Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit, apple cider, Angostura Bitters, and cinnamon topped with an apple chip and cinnamon rim
  • In Holiday Fashion: Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon, rosemary syrup, cranberry and lime juices, and cinnamon

PizzeRizzo

  • Meatball and Polenta: Giant meatball with marinara and creamy cheese polenta
  • Olive and Goat Cheese Flatbread: Olive oil-toasted flatbread, creamy goat cheese, rustic olive and tomato spread, balsamic glaze, and lemon watercress
  • Antipasto Flatbread: Fresh mozzarella, salami, peperoni, country ham, olives, peppers, onions, pepperoncini, and marinara
  • Tiramisù Puff: Sweet-and-savory with flavors of espresso, chocolate, and a coffee-infused custard and mascarpone cream
  • Benvolio Pinot Grigio
  • Banfi Chianti Superiore
  • Peroni Nastro Azzuro Lager Draft
  • Heineken 0.0 Non-Alcoholic Lager

Twilight Soirée at The Tip-Top Club

  • The 5th Dimension Royale: Teremana Blanco Tequila, Cointreau Liqueur, desert pear, agave nectar, and lime juice topped with Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut and garnished with a dehydrated blood orange wheel
  • Twilight Daiquiri: Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, ube, lime juice, and a splash of shimmer
  • Sparkling Pomegranate-Apple Cider: Pomegranate-green tea topped with sparkling apple cider and pomegranate seeds
  • Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut

The Trolley Car Café

  • Ornament Mousse: Dark chocolate-cherry mousse

Outdoor Vending Locations

  • Gingerbread Bites (Plant-based Item)

Bar Locations

  • Zero-Proof Gingerbread Spritzer: Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit, gingerbread syrup, and club soda garnished with a gingerbread bite
  • Sugar Cookie Martini: Stoli Vanil Vodka, Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur, and DISARONNO Originale Liqueur mixed with milk and sugar in a sprinkle-rimmed glass with a sugar cookie garnish

Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby

  • Oyster Rockefeller: Spinach foam, shaved parmesan, rocoto pepper relish, and salmon caviar
  • Crispy Duck Drumettes: Spicy orange glaze, carrots, and kumquats
  • Charcuterie: House-made cured meats and accompaniments, blue cheese mousse, and toasted sourdough
  • Shrimp Cocktail: Classic cocktail sauce, citrus pearls, avocado mousse
  • Derby Slider: Bison and pork belly blend, taleggio cheese sauce, and fig stout jam
  • Tuna Carpaccio: Mezcal pickled vegetables, salsa macha, and avocado crema
  • Pork Belly Bao: Korean BBQ, cucumber slaw, and soy vinaigrette
  • Tofu Bao: Seared tofu, cucumber slaw, and soy vinaigrette
  • An assortment of classic cocktails, zero-proof and non-alcoholic beverages, wine, and beer

To experience the festive fun of Jazzy Holidays at The Holiday Brown Derby, you can request to join the walk-up waitlist on the My Disney Experience app. Learn more here!

Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company

  • Tinseltown Tini: Toast to holiday cheer with this cold brew coffee topped with Kahlúa, Grey Goose Vodka, a hint of light cream, and a dash of whipped cream with cocoa (Available at the location near The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror)
  • Round ‘Em Up Latte: A merry blend of espresso, cookie butter syrup, dulce de leche sauce, and milk topped with fluffy whipped cream, playful animal crackers, and festive sprinkles; available hot or iced (Non-alcoholic Beverage) (Available at the location in Toy Story Land)

Wow! What a tasty line-up coming to this brand-new event. We’re sure am hungry (and excited). You can purchase tickets to Disney Jollywood Nights here and try all of these delicious items for yourself.

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Tiana’s Palace House Gumbo Recipe Celebrating National Gumbo Day

Cooking Up the Magic at Home, News By October 12, 2023 No Comments

Savor the day as we celebrate National Gumbo Day today with a special Disney Eats surprise featuring the delicious House Gumbo recipe from Tiana’s Palace in New Orleans Square at Disneyland park!

Meat, shellfish, vegetables and stock are among the most common fixings to whip up this cuisine, but no matter how you prepare it, enjoying it with family and friends is what matters most.

Disney Chef Toby Hollis and Operations Manager Lindell Skinner, New Orleans Square in Disneyland park, chat about how gumbo is a staple meal at Tiana’s Palace while Chef Toby demonstrates how you too can get in on the action and prepare this delicious dish! Stella Chase, daughter of Leah Chase who was one of the inspirations for Disney Animation’s Princess Tiana, also shares a special message about what gumbo means to her family. Take a listen!

Lindell highlights his strong connection to Tiana’s Palace as a NOLA native. “My New Orleans heritage and upbringing helped me decide which food items would best connect with our guests.”

The Disneyland Resort culinary team traveled to New Orleans as did Walt Disney Imagineering to help create Tiana’s Palace in the true, authentic spirit of New Orleans. Following the trip, the team emphasized the importance of authenticity and striving to mirror that spirit when preparing the House Gumbo dish.

With 20 years of experience as a culinary expert, Chef Toby shares the importance of being intentional about each ingredient and its value. “Striving for authenticity helped me realize how each ingredient impacts the overall dish.”

The House Gumbo recipe from Tiana’s Palace includes chicken thighs, chopped vegetables, and Louisiana-sourced andouille sausage and heirloom white rice. See the full recipe below.

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4 New Dining Options Revealed for New Parkside Market, More Coming to Downtown Disney District

News By October 12, 2023 No Comments

More delightful and delicious things are coming to Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort! Disney is committed to bringing  fresh, new, innovative experiences to make every visit special. So, let’s take a look at the latest, including plans for the new Parkside Market, plus a new stage and lawn, and more!

Announcing Plans for Parkside Market!

We are thrilled to tell you about more innovative food and drink offerings coming to Downtown Disney in the future! Plans are underway for Parkside Market, a new, curated collection of diverse culinary concepts brought to life by Levy, with all four offerings under one roof as part of the expansion on the west end. Let’s whet your appetite with a bit more about what offerings are coming to this all-new location!

  • Seoul Sister is a fast-casual modern eatery that will serve a Korean-forward menu based on bibimbap (Korean rice bowls) with a California twist. Executive Chef Kelly Kim will showcase bold Korean flavors through marinated meats, colorful vegetables and savory sauces over rice, noodles or salad, plus appetizers, an Asian-inspired breakfast menu, and hand-crafted drinks.
  • Sip & Sonder, from founders Amanda-Jane Thomas and Shanita Nicholas, is a Black women-owned brand that has been recognized as one of the best cafés in L.A. by the Los Angeles Times. Guests in the district can expect to enjoy Sip & Sonder’s signature lattes, as well as fresh treats, frozen drinks and Caribbean-inspired bites.
  • GG’s Chicken Shop, from Boka Restaurant Group, was founded by James Beard Award-winning restaurateurs Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm, alongside Michelin Star Chef Partner Lee Wolen. Affectionately named after Wolen’s mother Geri, the shop will serve a family-friendly menu of chicken sandwiches, salads, and classic dinner table sides. The first brick-and-mortar GG’s Chicken Shop opened earlier this year in Chicago and this new location in Downtown Disney District will be its first on the West Coast.
  • second story bar will be an al fresco spot offering great views to sip signature craft cocktails and mocktails from mixologists who infuse, muddle, stir, shake and swizzle the freshest mixes using local ingredients and artful garnishes. Refreshing selections will include frozen lemonades, frozés, espresso martinis, shareable cocktails and spirit-free elixirs.

Later this year, Downtown Disney will open a new stage and lawn for special events, activities, musical entertainment and more on the west end of the district. In this brand-new area, you’ll also be able to see a soaring new sculptural tower designed by Nikkolas Smith. This new tower will pay tribute to the sublime work of pioneering architects of color in Southern California during the mid-20th century with unique geometric patterns in the sculpture, evoking the famed mid-century buildings they created. We look forward to this beautiful new outdoor space!

Future plans for the district will also bring Din Tai Fung, a world-renowned Chinese restaurant known for its soup dumplings and noodles, plus masterful Mexican cuisine by Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán at Paseo and Céntrico, and the popular California-Cuban cheese rolls and pastries to come from Porto’s Bakery and Cafe.

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Tasty New Bites Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Oct. 11

Foodie Guide By October 11, 2023 No Comments

Grab your appetite and take a walk on the wild side of flavor because Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park is introducing quite a few new menu items to various dining locations throughout the park starting Oct. 11. The talented culinary teams have put their creativity to the test and put together a combination of dishes that will delight your taste buds with each and every bite.

From new breakfast items like the Stuffed Pancake Sandwich to dinner delights like the Chicken and Shrimp Rice Bowl, and even a snack (or two) from Tamu Tamu, there’s something for everyone to indulge in. Once you see all these items, you’ll be roaring with excitement (and hunger).

We won’t keep you waiting anymore. Let’s see “what’s cooking” over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park starting Oct. 11!

Chicken Rice Bowl, Shrimp Rice Bowl, IMPOSSIBLE Kofta Pita, and Harambe Salad with Chicken

We’re kicking things off over at Harambe Market, an open-air quick-service location that’s filled with African-inspired fare. This location is bursting with excitement, flavor, and fun – and the newest additions to the menu are no different. Starting this week, hungry visitors will be able to enjoy a variety of new rice bowls – the Chicken and Shrimp Rice Bowl, Chicken Rice Bowl, and Shrimp Rice Bowl. Each dish features jollof rice with kachumbari tomato salad and tzatziki sauce and you can choose between chermoula-marinated chicken, peri peri-marinated shrimp, or both to top it off. There’s also a new kid’s version available – the Shrimp and Rice Bowl with peri peri-marinated shrimp, white rice, and a Cuties Mandarin Orange.

That’s not all. The new Beef and Lamb Kofta Pita is a must-try. It combines house-made beef and lamb kofta with a deliciously refreshing tzatziki sauce, chermoula, and house-made chips that you won’t be able to get enough of. If you’re interested in a plant-based option, the chefs have also created the IMPOSSIBLE Kofta Pita. This plant-based bite showcases IMPOSSIBLE kofta accompanied by a plant-based aïoli, chermoula, and house-made chips.

Salad fans will be more than pleased with the latest dish to join the menu. The Harambe Salad with Chicken perfectly combines chermoula-marinated chicken with quinoa, grilled corn, black-eyed peas, and crispy chickpeas topped with a tasty chermoula-herbed vinaigrette. You can also get this salad topped with shrimp if you prefer.

Mango Passion Fruit Cheesecake

And don’t worry dessert lovers. The brand-new Mango Passion Fruit Cheesecake is refreshing, delicious, and beautiful. What could be better than mango and passion fruit in cheesecake form?

Stuffed Pancake Sandwich

Are you ready to kickstart your day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park? If you weren’t sure, you will want to once you see this new bite. The salty-sweet combination has been taken to the next level with the Stuffed Pancake Sandwich. It’s filled with sausage, guava paste, egg, and cheese. If guava isn’t your thing, you can get this breakfast sandwich without it, so don’t worry. I don’t know about you, but this one is making my mouth water already. This new item will be available for breakfast at DrinkwallahPongu PonguTrek Snacksand select outdoor vending carts.

Egg and Bacon Croissant Sandwich with Tomato Pepper Relish, Breakfast Totchoes with Eggs, Bacon, and Cheese, IMPOSSIBLE Gatsby and Harissa Chicken Wrap

Also serving up some new breakfast items and new snack bites is Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery. Whether looking for those early morning treats or midday cravings fix, the latest items here are going to impress. First up, joining the menu for breakfast is the Egg and Bacon Croissant Sandwich with Tomato Pepper Relish. This item features a croissant with a cheese omelet, crispy bacon, and tomato-pepper relish served with potato barrels. Also for breakfast is the Breakfast Totchos with Eggs, Bacon, and Cheese. It combines potato barrels, scrambled eggs, nacho cheese sauce, cheese curds, and crumbled bacon. I personally will be bringing my appetite for breakfast on my next outing to try everything.

But that’s not all for Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery – there are two more dishes on the way. The plant-based IMPOSSIBLE Gatsby fills a pita pocket with plant-based picadillo, tomato-pepper relish, and crispy potato sticks and tops it off with a plant-based aïoli. The Harissa Chicken Wrap brings together harissa chicken salad with vegetables and an avocado spread rolled in a spinach tortilla. Both items are served with house-made potato chips too!

New Cinnamon Roll

In addition to the Stuffed Pancake Sandwich (which sounds incredible), Pongu Pongu will also have another item joining the menu. This fan-favorite spot nestled within Pandora – The World of Avatar serves up Na’vi-inspired refreshments and bites, like the Night Blossom. Starting Oct. 11, it will add a decadent new Cinnamon Roll. What a perfect sweet pairing to go with one of its tasty refreshments.

IMPOSSIBLE Burnt Ends, French Fries with Pulled Pork and Cheese, Plant-based Italian Sausage and Antipasto Side Salad

Barbecue lovers, are you (and your taste buds) ready for some exciting new bites? I sure hope so because Flame Tree Barbecue also has some additions on the way. The IMPOSSIBLE Burnt Ends are a can’t-miss plant-based dish whether you eat plant-based all the time or simply want to try something new. It’s paired with french fries and coleslaw on the side. If you fancy yourself a french fry fan, then I have the plate for you – the French Fries with Pulled Pork and Cheese. Need I say more?

We’re not done yet! Pizzafari is joining in on the menu updates. Here, you’ll find yet another plant-based item coming on Oct. 11. Add the Plant-based Italian Sausage to your list of things to try on your next Disney’s Animal Kingdom outing. This new offering is served alongside a side salad with Italian dressing. If you’re looking for another side option to pair with any of the tasty items already on the menu at this location, the Antipasto Side Salad will soon be available to complete your meal.

DOLE Whip Orange Soda Float, DOLE Whip Float and DOLE Whip Hard Cider Float

Last, but certainly not least, we’re trekking back over to Africa for one of my personal favorite snack spots at the park – Tamu Tamu Refreshments. Found in the heart of Harambe Village, those with a sweet tooth will rejoice at the options here. Joining the already delicious menu are four new snacks. First up, the DOLE Whip Orange Soda Float with strawberry syrup on top. Few things are as refreshing as pineapple, strawberry, and orange. Did you know you can also get the classic DOLE Whip Float at Tamu Tamu Refreshments already? This treat features DOLE Whip with DOLE pineapple juice for pineapple perfection. For those over the age of 21, you can enjoy the DOLE Whip Float with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum currently or the DOLE Whip Hard Cider Float featuring DOLE Whip and ACE Pineapple Craft Cider starting Oct. 11.

Wow! The culinary teams have clearly been working hard creating these incredible new delights for us to enjoy. No matter where you are, the foodie adventures are endless at Disney Parks! I can’t wait to see you all out there on Oct. 11 to try these can’t-miss eats and sips.

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New Dishes Coming to 3 Popular Disney Resort Hotel Spots on Oct. 11

Foodie Guide By October 5, 2023 No Comments

Foodies, grab your appetites and get ready to eat because three popular spots at Walt Disney World Resort are giving their menus a revamp. Over at our Disney Resort hotels, the culinary teams have been hard at work putting together dishes and beverages that are sure to satisfy. Starting Oct. 11, Geyser Point Bar & Grill at Disney’s Wilderness LodgeThree Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, and Banana Cabana at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort will be getting new items with a little something for everyone.

We won’t keep you waiting. Let’s jump right in and see “What’s Cooking” with all the new items coming to these three locations next week.

Let’s take a trip on the wild side over to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge where you’ll find Geyser Point Bar & Grill nestled pool and lakeside. You don’t have to explore very hard to know that this spot doesn’t disappoint with its dishes. And these new additions are no different. The iconic Bison Burger is always still available to indulge in, but the culinary team has created some additional plates for the lineup, including three new plant-based bites. Not to mention, all of the food offerings are available on mobile order. Are you ready to see them all?

First up, the Crispy ‘Peking’ Ribs. This dish is tossed in a tasty peking sauce with cashews. If wings are more your thing, the Geyser Chicken Wings are now available in two new flavors – Thai Chili or Sriracha Buffalo. But don’t worry, if you love the Teriyaki, it’s still available too!

What’s better than charcuterie? Charcuterie in flatbread form. The Charcuterie Flatbread is topped with salami, brisket, chorizo, bacon, and ​smoked gouda beer cheese. YUM! The new Turkey BLT Sandwich is not your average BLT. It combines house-smoked black pepper turkey, candied bacon, and avocado puree ​for the perfect blend of flavors in every bite.

As I mentioned, there are three – yes, three – new plant-based offerings that simply cannot be missed. The Macaroni and ‘Cheese’ Bites are “cheesy” bites of goodness paired with tomato and peppers. This is one starter you’ll definitely want to order. The Vegetable Burger with ‘Cheese’ is a fantastic plant-based option. It’s topped with a spicy slaw, pepper jack ‘cheese’, lettuce, and tomato​. Lastly, we’ve got the Multigrain Salad with Tofu. This delicious new addition combines mixed greens, wild rice, bell peppers, and sesame vinaigrette. It’s also available with chicken, steak, or salmon if you’d like.

In addition to all these bites, there’s also a new sip joining the menu. The Pineapple Mule is returning from its temporary run during Black History Month, and now will be featured as a permanent offering at Geyser Point Bar & Grill. It brings together Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey, Hella Cocktail Co. Ginger Bitters, pineapple juice, ginger beer, and mint for a refreshing and delicious beverage. Guest Experience Managers Mauro Santiago Marcos and Megan Reinhardt crafted this cocktail centered around Uncle Nearest Whiskey which pays homage to the first known Black master distiller, Nathan ‘Nearest’ Green. In addition to Geyser Point Bar & Grill, the Pineapple Mule will be added to over 40 Disney Resort hotel bars and lounges.

Get ready to bask in the good vibes and good flavors at Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago. This open-air spot found at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort is a fan favorite, and for good reason. In a few short days, this location will be adding quite a few mouthwatering delights to its flavorful selections. And, in case you didn’t know, all the food is available via mobile order too.

First up, we’ve got the Korean Fried Chicken Bao Buns. This bite is paired with lime mayo, sweet-and-spicy gochujang sauce, ‘kimchi’ pickles, and radish. Another new starter is the Tamarind Soy-glazed Pork Ribs with scallions, pickled fresno chili, and cilantro. Whether you’re a ceviche fan or looking to try it, the Ceviche Classico is the perfect dish to satisfy your taste buds. It deliciously features kona kampachi, sweet potato, cancha, red onion, chile, and leche de tigre. Yes, yes, and yes!

For a refreshing salad, the Villa del Lago Wedge Salad is a must. It combines baby iceberg lettuce, chorizo, bleu cheese, and marinated tomatoes topped with avocado dressing. You can also get it with grilled shrimp or grilled chicken if you’d like some added protein.

It’s time for the entrées! Few things are better than tacos and the new Pork Carnitas Tacos are no different. These are served with a trio of sauces – chipotle-pineapple salsa, tomatillo salsa verde, and salsa borracha – along with cotija cheese and pickled vegetables served with black beans and rice. That’s what I call a taco. The Chicken Mole Poblano is another must-try with a sweet corn-Oaxacan cheese tamale, – yes, you heard that right – rich mole poblano sauce, and radish.

If you’re in the mood to fulfill that burger fix (we’ve all been there), the Three Bridges Signature Burger is just the plate for you. This is not your average burger. This one is topped with a bacon marmalade, sun-dried tomato jam, smoked gouda queso, crispy vegetables, and arugula served with smoked paprika fries. Yes, please!

Last up for new main dishes is the Plancha-seared Mahi Mahi and Shrimp. Seafood fans will love this new item. It’s expertly paired with basmati rice, bok choy, Thai red coconut-curry sauce, and mint.

Attention plant-based diners! Some of your favorite plant-based bites like the Guacamole, Roasted Corn Dip, and ‘Poke’ Bowl, which is now available with tofu, aren’t going anywhere, so no need to fret.

What meal is complete without a sweet treat? The Warm Churros are still on the menu, but now featuring three dipping sauces: tequila caramel, spiced chocolate, and mango-chamoy. My mouth is already watering for this one! Another sweet delight is the Coconut Flan with passionfruit sauce, mango, and hibiscus. You may have seen this dish previously on the menu for Women’s History Month, and now it has made Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago its permanent home.

Before we head over to our next location, we have to take a look at three new beverages on the way. The Cold Brew Old Fashioned will satisfy cold brew and old-fashioned fans alike. It combines SelvaRey Chocolate Rum, Tia Maria Coffee Liqueur, Joffrey’s Mexican Femenino Cold Brew, and Hella Cocktail Co. Orange Bitters. For some red wine with a twist, the Tinto de Verano serves up red wine, Combier Creme de Mure, Minute Maid Premium Lemonade, and Sprite. This refreshing cocktail is traditionally served in the summer months in Spain. And for a tropical beverage that’s non-alcoholic, the Tropical Coconut Cooler is a refreshing blend of coconut, orange, pineapple, and lime juices with a salt rim.

Now, it’s time to relax and feast because we’re heading over to Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort where Banana Cabana has got some new bites joining the menu. Pair one of this location’s deliciously refreshing beverages with a savory bite like the new Banana Cabana Burger. This dish features Caribbean barbecue, tomatillo-jalapeño cream cheese, and pineapple salsa with plantain crunch served with french fries.

Do you love yourself some wings? If so, you’re in luck because the Grilled Wings now feature two new sauce flavors – Rum Barbecue and Guava Buffalo. But don’t worry, the tasty Jamaican Jerk is still there too. These three options are designed by the talented culinary team to be an island-style of mild (Rum Barbecue), medium (Guava Buffalo), and hot (Jamaican Jerk). No matter your sauce of choice, your wings will be joined by carrots and a tasty cilantro-lime crema.

For those of you who love seafood, there are two new items you should try poolside – the Seafood Fritters served with a passion fruit aïoli and the Coconut Shrimp served with citrus-chili sauce and french fries. How delicious! The island vibes are even better on Fridays and Saturdays when Banana Cabana features a live steel drum band.

Whether you’re looking for sweet or savory, the foodie adventures are endless at Disney Parks.

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Celebrate National Coffee Day with Perfect Pairings of Disney Snacks and Joffrey’s Coffee

News By September 27, 2023 No Comments

A day at Walt Disney World is never complete without two park essentials: coffee and snacks! Whether you’re having an early morning adventure in Andy’s Backyard or taking a relaxing walk around World Showcase, there’s always a perfect blend of both delectable Disney treats and Joffrey’s Coffee joining you on your journey.

In honor of National Coffee Day (Sept. 29) this year, let’s take a trip around Walt Disney World to find some perfect pairings for any park day featuring Joffrey’s Coffee!

Couple enjoying Joffrey's at EPCOT

To help ensure you get your caffeine fix no matter where your park hopping may take you, Joffrey’s kiosks and stores across Walt Disney World Resort are offering $1.00 hot (16 oz.) or iced (24 oz.) Walt Disney World Resort Blend drip coffee on National Coffee Day! Find a participating location* to fuel your Disney day, and let’s get a brew-tiful adventure at the park started off right.

Mission to S’mores Latt and S’mores Cookie from Joffrey's

Magic Kingdom Park

At Magic Kingdom Park, enjoy an out-of-this-world offering at Joffrey’s Revive Kiosk in Tomorrowland – the Mission to S’mores Latte. Featuring chocolate sauce, marshmallow syrup, whipped cream, graham crackers and fluffy marshmallows, this sweet treat pairs perfectly with Joffrey’s soft and fresh, S’mores Cookie!

For a whimsical spin as you make your way through Fantasyland, another great stop is the Cheshire Café for a classic Joffrey’s Cold Brew paired with an iconic Cheshire Cat Tail.

Savannah Banana Latte and Strawberry Banana jumbo cookie from Joffrey's

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Get caffeinated and go bananas over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park! My early morning trek always begins before I even enter the park at Joffrey’s main entrance kiosk. In true Animal Kingdom fashion, the wild flavors of a Savannah Banana Latte – topped with not one but two cherries – paired with a Strawberry Banana jumbo cookie will send your taste buds on their own adventure.

Frozen Cappuccino Dream from Joffrey's and Mr. Kamal's Seasoned Fries

Once the day is officially moving and grooving, I find my way to Asia for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up and cool down. Stop one: Joffrey’s Royal Anandapur kiosk for a Frozen Cappuccino Dream, followed by stop two: Mr. Kamal’s for my all-time favorite Animal Kingdom snack, Mr. Kamal’s Seasoned Fries!

Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar and Joffrey’s Shakin’ Jamaican Cold Brew

EPCOT

Over at EPCOT, keep it cool at Joffrey’s kiosk near the Wonders of Xandar pavilion while you await your demonstration of the Cosmic Generator! Pair a classic Disney snack – mine is the iconic Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar – with a crowd favorite, Joffrey’s Shakin’ Jamaican Cold Brew!

Round Em’ Up Latte and Jack-Jack’s Num Num Cookie

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Big cookies and big fun are always in store at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Before racing through Andy’s Backyard in Toy Story Land, I always make a quick pit stop at Joffrey’s kiosk near Pixar Place. The Round Em’ Up Latte is almost too cute to drink with cookie butter and dulce de leche syrup, whipped cream, sprinkles, and of course, some playful animal crackers on top! Paired with Jack-Jack’s Num Num Cookie from the Pixar Place Market, this duo keeps me marching through the park all day long.

Once Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge comes into view, there’s no stopping the Force from leading me straight to Kat Saka’s Kettle for a Joffrey’s Cold Brew Black Caf and my own personal serving of the Outpost Popcorn Mix – a pair even the First Order would approve.

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New EPCOT Festival Marketplaces Debut Sept. 22, Must-Try Menu Items This Fall

Foodie Guide By September 21, 2023 No Comments

As fall comes around, so do new flavors! Over at Walt Disney World Resort, EPCOT is serving up some tasty delights that will make you and your taste buds fall in love. From recently launched to coming soon bites, there is plenty going on over at EPCOT you simply have to try.

Mark my word, if you aren’t already hungry you will be soon after seeing all of these eats and sips. With a variety of different items, from the sweet to the savory and everything in between, there’s something for everyone – and they’re all new! Whether you’re looking for the recently launched Black Forest Baumkuchen delight at Connections Eatery or a new, refreshing beverage over at Space 220 Restaurant, and, of course, the new Global Marketplaces inspired by the Disney100 celebration beginning Sept. 22, we’ve got it all.

Let’s jump into our latest foodie adventure and see what tasty discoveries are to be had at EPCOT this fall!

Collage of food items at Connections Café and Eatery

Do you have a sweet tooth? If so, pop into Connections Café and Eatery on your next visit. Both of these must-try spots recently added some sweet selections to their menus that are sure to become some of your favorite pick-me-ups.

Connections Café (Currently available) 

  • Croissant Doughnut with cinnamon sugar

Connections Eatery (Currently available) 

  • Black Forest Baumkuchen

Next time you venture over to The Land pavilion, be sure to stop by Sunshine Seasons. This quick-service location features the freshest flavors and this fall has become home to five new sweet treats that are as beautiful as they are delicious.

Sunshine Seasons (Currently available)  

  • Key Lime Parfait
  • Peanut Butter Whoopie Pie
  • Fruit Tart
  • Crème Brûlée
  • Cookies ‘n Cream Shake
Collage of food items at Space 220 Restaurant

Get ready for a dining location that’s out of this world. Space 220 Restaurant blasts you off for a flavorful journey 220 miles above Earth. Today, Sept. 20 marks two years since the first tasty mission took place. To honor this momentous occasion, the restaurant is rolling out plenty of new eats and sips to the menu.

Space 220 Restaurant 

Food Items: 

  • Neptuna Tartare: Sushi grade yellowfin tuna, avocado crema, mango coulis, edamame, wonton crisp, and yuzu dressing
  • Roasted Asparagus Soup: Jumbo lump crabmeat, roasted poblano and red peppers, citrus chili oil, and crouton
  • Bone-in Pork Chop: Slow-roasted 16 oz. pork chop, corn flan, succotash, and spiced applesauce
  • Pan Roasted Swordfish “Cioppino”: Shrimp, littleneck clams, Prince Edward Island mussels, tomato and fennel seafood broth, and toasted garlic bread
  • Vanilla Bean Greek Yogurt Parfait: Black sesame crumble, yuzu curd, macerated blackberries, and basil blackberry sauce
  • Cosmic Cupcake: Chocolate plant-based devil’s food cake topped with vanilla frosting and galactic sprinkles (Available on kid’s menu) 
Collage of beverages at Space 220 Restaurant

Beverages: 

  • Starship Lemonade: Butterfly pea flower, lemonade, and Sprite served with a glow cube (Non-alcoholic)
  • Moon Rocks: Lemon juice, blue cotton candy syrup, Sprite, pineapple juice, and pop rocks (Non-alcoholic)
  • Solar Flare Sour: Lyre’s Agave Blanco Non-alcoholic Tequila, mango, lime juice, grapefruit bitters, and fever tree tonic water (Zero-proof)
  • Galaxy Spritz: Lagoon Bay Aperitif, lychee liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and prosecco
  • Black Hole Fashioned: Knob Creek Bourbon Whiskey, demerara syrup, and whiskey barrel-aged bitters
  • M4RG4R1TA: Espolon Blanco Tequila, watermelon lime sour, and salted lime foam
  • Illumination: Bacardi Rum, Malibu Caribbean Rum, passion fruit, blood orange, pineapple, lime sour, and passion fruit boba
  • Saturn 2.0: Bacardi Reserva Ocho Rum, Velvet Falernum Liqueur, orgeat, passion fruit, and lemon juice
  • Space Age Mule: Tito’s Homemade Vodka, fresh carrot juice, mango, lime juice, ginger beer, and chili lime seasoning rim
  • Command Center: Hendrick’s Gin, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, lemon juice, citrus and elderflower foam
  • Shuttle Crew: Ketel One Botanical Peach & Orange Blossom Vodka, vanilla, tangerine, Red Bull, and tang foam
  • Gamma Burst: Grey Goose Essences Strawberry & Lemongrass, Midori Melon Liqueur, and strawberry popping pearls
Collage of food at EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE is in full swing! In just a few short days on Sept. 22, brand-new Global Marketplaces will be opening. These locations are inspired by the exciting Disney100 celebration and filled with plenty of new delights you are going to want to try on your next festival outing. They will be available through the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth too! Take a peek at what you can expect when these locations open.

NEW! Wine & Wedge (Available Sept. 22 through Dec. 30) 

Food Items:

  • Assorted Artisanal Cheeses and Accompaniments (Emile’s Fromage Montage)
  • Boursin Fig & Balsamic Soufflé with fig tapenade (Emile’s Fromage Montage)
  • Southern Pimento Cheese with bread-and-butter pickled vegetables and grilled bread (Emile’s Fromage Montage)
  • Artist Palette of Wine and Cheese: Assorted Artisanal Cheeses paired with Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese, Hartley Apple Brandy, and Florida Orange Groves Winery Black and Blue Port

Beverages: 

  • Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese
  • Hartley Apple Brandy
  • Florida Orange Groves Winery Black and Blue Port
  • Flight also available
Collage of food at Char & Chop
NEW! Char & Chop (Available Sept. 22 through Dec. 30)

Food Items:

  • Roasted Porchetta with lemon-parsley salsa verde and shaved fennel salad
  • Grilled IMPOSSIBLE Spicy Sausage with herbed polenta, puttanesca sauce, and ricotta
  • Meat Assorti: Trio of shaved meats with baby arugula, pickled mustard seeds, truffle oil, and grilled ciabatta

Beverages: 

  • Krombacher Pilsner
  • North Coast Laguna Baja Vienna Lager
  • Motorworks Brewing Midnight Espresso Coffee Porter
  • GoGi ‘Birdie’ Pinot Noir
  • Bloody Mary with Seaside Grown Bloody Mary Mix and Kurvball Barbecue Whiskey
  • Beer Flight
Bubbles & Brine Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
NEW! Bubbles & Brine  (Available Sept. 22 through Dec. 30)

Food Items:

  • Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with prosecco cocktail sauce and grilled lemon
  • Jonah Crab Claw Cocktail with stone-ground mustard sauce

Beverages: 

  • Moët & Chandon Impérial
  • Veuve Clicquot Rosé
  • Dom Pérignon
Mickey-shaped Liquid Nitro Cake
NEW! Swirled Showcase (Coming Soon!) 

Food Items:

  • Mickey-shaped Liquid Nitro Cake
  • Soft-serve in a Waffle Cone
    • Vanilla
    • Apple-Cinnamon
    • Salted Caramel
  • Cream Soda Float with vanilla soft-serve
  • Fanta Grape Float with vanilla soft-serve

Beverages: 

  • Frozen Apple Pie (Non-alcoholic)
  • Cinnamon Apple Cider (Non-alcoholic)
  • 3 Daughters Toasted Coconut Porter
  • 3 Daughters Toasted Coconut Porter Float with salted-caramel soft-serve
  • Berry Fizz Fragolino Red Sparkling Wine Float with vanilla soft-serve
Disney100 Purple Mickey Mouse Balloon Bucket at EPCOT

Last, but certainly not least, who doesn’t love a popcorn bucket? Also starting on Sept. 22, EPCOT will be home to the Disney 100 Purple Mickey Mouse Balloon Bucket. You’ll be able to find this purple popcorn pal at the popcorn carts throughout the park, so keep your eye out the next time you go.

Popcorn Carts Throughout EPCOT (Available starting Sept. 22)
  • Disney100 Purple Mickey Mouse Balloon Bucket

What an exciting time for EPCOT! With so many eats and sips coming, I know I’ll be making several trips out there to try them all. There’s no limit to the tasty ways you can have fun at Disney Parks.

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Foodie Guide to Halloween Treats at Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts 2023

Foodie Guide By September 19, 2023 No Comments

Prepare to be bewitched with flavor because even more Halloween delights are coming to Walt Disney World Resort! Starting Oct. 1, the culinary teams at the theme parks and Disney Resort hotels will be putting a flavorful spell on you with even more fang-tastic delights for you to sink your teeth into.

Dust the cobwebs off your treat bags and get ready for some tasty treats and sinister sweets. From the adorable new Mike Wazowski Pop at Gasparilla Island Grill to the can’t-miss return of the Pumpkin Patch Cookie at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, there are plenty of Halloween items to keep you satisfied all season long.

And if you haven’t already seen the eats and sips already available at Walt Disney World Resort, check out our Foodie Guide for all the items you can currently trick or treat yourself with here.

More ghoulish goodies are fright this way. Let’s unwrap the latest Halloween treats coming in this Foodie Guide!

Disney Resort Hotels

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

The Mara (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Black Cat Tart: Carrot cake topped with orange caramel, toasted coconut, and a pumpkin cheesecake (New)

Disney’s Beach Club Resort

Beach Club Marketplace (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Captain Hook Cookie: Vanilla sable with strawberry jam, peanut butter ganache, buttercream, and chocolate décor (New)
  • Ursula Tart: Vanilla tart filled with spice cake, chocolate ganache, blackberry pearls, blackberry mousse, and chocolate décor (New)

Beaches & Cream Soda Shop (Available Oct. 1 through 31)

  • Butter Pecan-Pumpkin Shake: Butter pecan ice cream with pumpkin flavoring, caramel and chocolate sauces, and a vanilla cupcake decorated like a Mickey pumpkin with sprinkle décor

Disney’s BoardWalk Inn

BoardWalk Deli and Carousel Coffee (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available at BoardWalk Deli only)

  • Halloween Half Moon Cookie (New) (Available at BoardWalk Deli only)
  • Creepy Cupcake: Vanilla cupcake with blood orange curd filling, vanilla whipped cream, chocolate cookie crumbs, and sugar pumpkins
  • Boo Brownie: Mickey-shaped brownie topped with ganache and buttercream ghosts

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Contempo Café (Mobile order available)

  • Caramel Apple-Sugar Cookie (New) (Available Oct. 1 through Nov. 30)
  • Haunted Mansion Éclair: Éclair filled with caramel apple mousse topped with chocolate-caramel ganache with Haunted Mansion edible images (New) (Available Oct. 1 through 31)

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Gasparilla Island Grill (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Mike Wazowski Pop: Confetti cake enrobed in green chocolate (New)
  • S’mores Ghost Tart: Graham cracker tart shell filled with ganache, milk chocolate mousse, and topped with a marshmallow ghost (New)
  • Not-So-Poison Apple: Chocolate cauldron filled with apple spice cake, apple filling, and caramel buttercream topped with apple mousse (New)
  • Minnie Mouse Witch Hat Cupcake: Cookies ‘n cream-filled chocolate cupcake enrobed in ganache

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

Trail’s End Restaurant (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Pumpkin Sugar Cookie: Tie-dyed Halloween sugar cookie with buttercream (New)
  • Spooky Mini Cookies and Dipping Cream: Halloween sugar cookies with dipping icing (New)

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Kona Island (Available Oct. 1 through 31)

  • Vampire Stitch Cake: Chocolate cake with ‘raspberry ice cream cone’ buttercream (New)

Pineapple Lanai (Available Oct. 1 through 31)

  • Not-So-Scary Pumpkin Soft-serve: Pumpkin-spiced flavored soft-serve and coconut haupia with caramel drizzle, graham cracker crumbs, and a white chocolate Mickey-shaped pumpkin

Disney’s Riviera Resort

Le Petit Café (Available Oct. 1 through 31)

  • Chocolate-Cherry Coffin: Biscuit sans farine, milk chocolate mousse, and morello cherries (New)
Haunted Forest Apple Mousse

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Roaring Fork (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Haunted Forest Apple Mousse: Green cake with cookies ‘n cream mousse and sour apple mousse

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

The Market at Ale & Compass (Available Oct. 4 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Captain Hook Cookie: Vanilla sable with strawberry jam, peanut butter ganache, buttercream, and chocolate décor (New)
  • Ursula Tart: Vanilla tart filled with spice cake, chocolate ganache, blackberry pearls, blackberry mousse, and chocolate décor (New)
Disney’s Hollywood Studios

ABC Commissary (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Spider Web Tart: Spiced milk chocolate tart filled with orange curd, pomegranate-molasses whipped cream, candied orange peel, and a dark chocolate spider
  • Frozen Apple Cider topped with green apple boba balls (Non-alcoholic)
  • Frozen Apple Cider Whisky featuring Crown Royal Whisky topped with green apple boba balls

Backlot Express (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Graveyard Cupcake: Fudge-filled chocolate cupcake topped with cookies ‘n cream buttercream, chocolate cookie tombstone, white chocolate bone, and Halloween sprinkles
  • Frozen Apple Cider topped with green apple boba balls (Non-alcoholic)
  • Frozen Apple Cider Whisky featuring Crown Royal Whisky topped with green apple boba balls

Dockside Diner and Fairfax Fare (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Pumpkin Patch Cookie: Pumpkin-spiced snickerdoodle topped with pumpkin-spiced buttercream and pumpkin candies

Hollywood Scoops (Available Oct. 1 through 31)

  • Candy Corn Milk Shake: Vanilla and candy corn milkshake topped with an orange doughnut and Halloween sprinkles

PizzeRizzo (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Halloween Candy Cookie Pizza: Sugar cookie ‘pizza’ topped with strawberry jam, white chocolate, Halloween candy, and sprinkles
  • Frozen Apple Cider topped with green apple boba balls (Non-alcoholic)
  • Frozen Apple Cider Whisky featuring Crown Royal Whisky topped with green apple boba balls

Rosie’s All-American Café (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Frozen Apple Cider topped with green apple boba balls (Non-alcoholic)
  • Frozen Apple Cider Whisky featuring Crown Royal Whisky topped with green apple boba balls

Woody’s Lunch Box (Available Oct. 1 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Pumpkin Lunch Box Tart: Pumpkin pie-filled pastry tart with marshmallow fondant, candy corn, and Halloween sprinkles

Popcorn Carts Near Grand Avenue, the Tip Board, and the Main Entrance (Available Oct. 1 through 31)

  • Halloween Mickey Brownie: Chocolate brownie with Halloween sprinkles
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery and Tamu Tamu Refreshments (Available Sept. 29 through Oct. 31)

  • Halloween Colossal Mickey Cinnamon Roll: Colossal Mickey cinnamon roll with Halloween-themed icing

Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus (Available Oct. 16 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Scar Cupcake: Delicious red velvet cupcake with toasted marshmallow filling, chocolate frosting, chocolate pebbles, white chocolate flames, and an edible Scar image
EPCOT

Connections Café (Available Oct. 31 only)

  • Mickey Halloween Liege Waffle: Dark chocolate liege waffle with purple and green icing (New)

Sunshine Seasons (Available Oct. 28 through 31)

  • Bat Mousse: Tri-colored layers of candy corn-flavored white chocolate mousse with dark chocolate glaçage and bat wings (New)  
Disney Springs

D-Luxe Burger (Currently available through Nov. 23; mobile order available)

  • Pumpkin Pie Shake: Vanilla gelato blended with pumpkin pie mix, caramel sauce, pumpkin spice, and graham cracker crumbles topped with whipped cream and pumpkin spice

The Ganachery (Available Oct. 1 through Nov. 2)

  • Coco Ganache Squares: Coconut ganache enrobed in dark 65% chocolate (Plant-based)
Glow in the Dark Donald Candy Corn Sipper

Available at Various Quick-service Restaurants and Outdoor Vending Locations Throughout Walt Disney World Resort

  • Glow in the Dark Donald Candy Corn Sipper

Are you excited for Halloween? As you can see, you better bring your appetite to celebrate. The foodie fun to be had at Disney Parks is truly endless, especially during the fall season

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What’s Cooking at River Belle Terrace, Cafe Orleans, and Carnation Café

News By September 12, 2023 No Comments

Get ready to bring your appetite on your next foodie adventure at Disneyland Resort, because Disneyland park is rolling out an array of new eats and sips you and your taste buds are going to love. Starting today, Sept. 12, River Belle Terrace, Cafe Orleans, and Carnation Café will be serving up new and returning favorite bites, as well as some non-alcoholic and alcoholic specialty beverage additions. As these can’t-miss spots are table-service locations, reservations are recommended to enjoy everything.

From sweet to savory, and all the sips in between, let’s jump into our latest edition of What’s Cooking to see what the culinary teams have put together for us foodies!

We’ll start things off over at River Belle Terrace. This fan-favorite spot nestled in the heart of Frontierland is known for its riverfront views and, of course, its delicious Southern-inspired cuisine. For brunch and dinner, you’ll be mesmerized by flavor with plenty of comfort food classics. As some soon-to-be favorites join this tasty lineup today, like the Chicken Pot Pie Soup and the BBQ Burnt Ends Pasta, you’ll still be able to savor returning plates like the Biscuits and Gravy and the Country Cuban Sandwich. You’ll also be able to sip on some of the newest beverages, including select wines, beer, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. See a full listing of the items coming to River Belle Terrace below!

River Belle Terrace collage of food items

Food Items: 

  • Warm Bacon & Spinach Salad: Bacon vinaigrette, heirloom cherry tomatoes, and cheese curds (New) (Available for brunch only)
  • American Breakfast: Scrambled eggs, apple wood smoked bacon, breakfast sausage, house fries, and a biscuit (New) (Available for brunch only)
  • Signature Pancakes: Pumpkin-spiced pancakes for the fall season (New) (Available for brunch only)
  • River Belle Short Stack: Short stack pancakes, maple syrup, and berry compote with a side of bacon or sausage (Available for brunch only)
  • Biscuits and Gravy: Pork belly, country chicken gravy, and a house-baked biscuit (Available for brunch only)
  • Roasted Summer Squash: Heirloom tomato sauce, heritage grains succotash, greens, and tofu (New) (Available for brunch and dinner)
  • Chicken Pot Pie Soup: Chicken, carrots, celery, and onion (New)(Available for dinner only)
  • Pork Chop: Buttery mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and bourbon-apple sauce (New) (Available for dinner only) 
  • Blackened Sustainable Fish with tartar sauce and pickled vegetables served with house fries (New) (Available for dinner only) 
River Belle Terrace, collage of menu items
  • BBQ Brisket Burnt Ends Pasta: Pappardelle pasta, caramelized onions, and wild mushroom (New) (Available for dinner only) 
  • Pimento Cheese Loaded House Fries with BBQ brisket burnt ends, fried cherry peppers, and bread and butter pickles (Available for brunch and dinner)
  • Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich with fried cherry peppers, slaw, and BBQ aïoli served with house fries (Available for brunch and dinner)
  • Burnt Ends Grilled Cheese: BBQ brisket and pickled pepper relish served with house fries (Available for brunch only)
  • Country Cuban Sandwich: Pulled pork, country ham, and dill pickle served with house fries (Available for brunch only)
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie (New) (Available for dinner only)
  • Plant-based Ice Cream (New) (Seasonal topping available upon request) (Available for dinner only)

Beverages: 

  • Mississippi Mud Pie: Sprite, chocolate fudge syrup, and cream topped with
  • whipped cream and crumbled chocolate cream cookies (Non-alcoholic) (New) 
  • Wildberry Mule: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, blackberry purée, lime, and ginger syrup and blackberries (New) 
  • Nielson Wines Chardonnay (New)
  • Meiomi Wines Pinot Noir (New)
  • Modelo Especial Mexican Lager (New)
  • Smog City Brewing’s Sabre-Toothed Squirrel Hoppy American Amber Ale (New)

Wow! What a lineup of tasty new delights. Next up, let’s venture over to Cafe Orleans in New Orleans Square. Here you’ll get some flavors with a French Quarter flair that you won’t want to miss. This spot is also getting some new bites and sips you simply must try on your next outing to Disneyland park. The Potato & Sausage Soup and plant-based Vanilla Crème Brûlée with Palmier will still be available through Nov. 9, so don’t worry! But, in addition to these tasty delights, Cafe Orleans will now have the new, non-alcoholic Bayou Punch, as well as some beverages for those age 21 or older, like the House Hurricane and Chardonnay, to name a few. Check out all the bites and sips now available at this Disneyland park classic.

Cafe Orleans, collage of menu items

Food Items (Available through Nov. 9):

  • Potato & Sausage Soup: Marbled potatoes, caramelized leeks, and Grana Padano cheese
  • Vanilla Crème Brûlée with Palmier and fresh berries (Plant-based) 
  • Haunted Mansion Candle and Heart Dessert: Vanilla chip mousse on a pecan pie cookie with mixed berry compote

Beverages: 

  • Bayou Punch: Minute Maid Lemonade Zero Sugar, orange juice, strawberry purée, blueberry syrup, and an alligator-shaped gummy (Non-alcoholic) (New) 
  • Mint Julep
  • House Hurricane: Pimm’s No. 1 Liqueur, Bacardi Superior Rum, orange juice, strawberry purée, sweet and sour mix, simple syrup, and orange garnish (New) 
  • McBride Sisters Chardonnay (New)
  • Mirassou Wines Pinot Noir (New)
  • Karl Strauss Brewing Company Follow the Sun Blonde Ale (New)
  • Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Hazy Little Thing IPA (New)

Last, but certainly not least, Carnation Café is a classic, and for good reason. This spot features classic American comfort food dishes as well as some of Walt’s favorites! You can stop by Main Street, U.S.A., for breakfast, lunch, and dinner to delight in the many can’t-miss items on this delicious menu, including the brand-new Walt’s Chili-Cheese Omelet. And like the other two previously mentioned locations, Carnation Café has also added a few adult beverages to the menu for you to try, including mimosas and a Peach Pie Margarita. Uncover all the items joining today below!

Food Items: 

  • Veggie Skillet: Three-cheese eggs, breakfast potatoes, onions, mushrooms, peppers, and spinach topped with cheese and fresh tomato garnish (New) (Available through Nov. 9) 
  • Walt’s Chili-Cheese Omelet: Cheese omelet topped with chili, cheese, and chives served with breakfast potatoes (New) (Available through Nov. 9) (Available for breakfast only)
  • Brownie with Chocolate Sauce (Plant-based) 

Beverages: 

  • Orange Creamsicle: Sprite, candied orange syrup, and cream topped with a candied orange slice (Non-alcoholic) (New)
  • Lavender Mimosa: Chandon California Sparkling Wine and lavender syrup (New) (Available during breakfast only)
  • Orange Juice Mimosa: Chandon California Sparkling Wine and orange juice (New) (Available during breakfast only)
  • Bloody Mary: Tito’s Homemade Vodka and Cutwater Bloody Mary Mix with a bacon and celery garnish (New) (Available during breakfast only)
  • Peach Pie Margarita: Patron Tequila Silver, peach purée, sweet and sour mix, lime juice, and lime garnish (New) 
  • Chandon California Sparkling Wine (New) (Available during breakfast only)
  • Fess Parker Winery Chardonnay (New)
  • Silver Palm Wines Cabernet Sauvignon (New)
  • Michelob ULTRA Light Lager (New)
  • Golden Road Brewing Ride On 10 Hop Hazy IPA (New)

So many tasty additions for Disneyland park! Be sure to check out these new bites and sips on your next outing. There’s no limit to the foodie adventures to be had at Disney Parks – so bring your appetite!

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