Corned beef is a dish long associated with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in America, and the chefs at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park have created a fun recipe to get your corned beef fix for this Irish holiday.
Our St. Patrick’s Day Reuben Totchos, offered through Mar. 17 at Restaurantosaurus, are crispy potato barrels loaded with cheddar cheese sauce, sautéed corned beef, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing, and crunchy rye croutons – yes, please!
Enjoy this easy and delish recipe for St. Patrick’s Day or whenever you want to celebrate the spirit of the Irish.
St. Patrick’s Day Reuben Totchos from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Serves 4-6
INGREDIENTS
2 slices marble rye bread
1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing
1/4 cup whole grain mustard
1 (2 pound) package frozen potato barrels
1 (15 ounce) jar cheddar cheese sauce
2 cups canned or bagged sauerkraut
1 cup shredded green cabbage
1 pound sliced top round corned beef
2 green onions, thinly sliced
FOR REUBEN TOTCHOS:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut marble rye bread into 1/4-inch cubes. Place on baking sheet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until toasted. Set aside.
Combine Thousand Island dressing and whole grain mustard in small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cook frozen potato barrels according to package directions and keep warm until ready to serve.
Heat cheddar cheese sauce in small saucepan over medium-low heat, until warm. Keep warm.
Heat sauerkraut in medium saucepan over medium heat for 8 minutes, until warm. Remove from heat and cool for 3 minutes. If needed, drain any excess liquid. Stir in shredded green cabbage. Set aside.
Slice corned beef into thin strips. Heat large skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, until hot. Add corned beef and sauté for 3 minutes, until corned beef is warm and edges begin to crisp.
Place potato barrels on large serving dish and cover with warm cheddar cheese sauce. Top with warm corned beef and sauerkraut. Drizzle with Thousand Island dressing. Top with toasted rye bread and sliced green onions.
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.
Mark your calendars now for a spring fling at the Downtown Disney District, open seven days a week at the Disneyland Resort. You’ll be just in time for the return of Eggstravaganza, an egg-themed scavenger hunt taking place March 15 to April 18, 2021, while supplies last.
Eggstravaganza fans know how much fun this event can be for the whole family, and this year it’s only at Downtown Disney District.
Pick up your game board and stickers for $7.99* (plus tax) at select merchandise locations, including the newly reopened WonderGround Gallery. Then let the hunt begin! Search for special hidden “eggs” themed to Disney characters. Record your discoveries by placing the corresponding sticker on the themed Eggstravaganza game board.
Whether you choose to hunt for eggs or not, return your game board to World of Disney or Disney’s Pin Traders to collect a special surprise – one of six collectible eggs!*
Hop on over to Downtown Disney District for Eggstravaganza and more shopping, dining and snacking fun this spring!
Spring snacks: National Snack Day is in March, but snacking is fun year-round at Downtown Disney District. Here’s a sample of the tempting treats: Jamba’s Electric Berry Lemonade Smoothie, the Dill Pickle Corn Dog with a side of peanut butter at Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs, and a scoop from Salt & Straw, where picking out a unique, new flavor is part of the fun!
Any day is a good day to stop by Marceline’s Confectionery window and watch candy makers create specialty candy apples. Pick a Minnie design in bright Spring colors, or go for the adorable yellow baby chick (one of our favorites!)
Spring menu: Check out the spring menu at Naples Ristorante e Bar! And you might want to plan your visit for March 20 – National Ravioli Day!
Easter basket goodies: Pandora Jewelry’s new collection features Disney’s Alice in Wonderland. Don’t be late in finding some of your favorite characters including Alice, the Cheshire Cat and Mad Hatter. Visit the Pandora Store and find out more about the upcoming Buy 2, Get 1 Free event starting March 18! You won’t want to miss it!
Raya-themed art installation: Have you seen Disney’s “Raya and the Last Dragon”? Celebrate Raya’s amazing story by checking out the new artwork in Downtown Disney District created by Xiao Qing Chen, a Walt Disney Imagineering concept designer. And take home your very own Raya doll or Sisu plush, now available at World of Disney and Elias and Co. See “Raya and the Last Dragon” in theaters or order it on Disney+ with Premier Access.
Easter brunch: Making your plans for April 4? Easter Brunch is on at Uva Bar & Café and Tortilla Jo’s, with “egg-stra” special Easter Brunch menus. Check out Disneyland.com/DTD for the latest details.
Happy egg-hunting, and check back soon for information about more shopping and dining experiences at Downtown Disney District!
Be sure to visit Disneyland.com/DTD to learn important details about our health and safety measures prior to your arrival, such as the requirement for temperature checks and for all guests, ages 2 and older, to wear an appropriate face covering.
*Purchasing limits will apply, and game boards available while supplies last. Limit of 10 game boards per person. One surprise per game board. Game board redemption valid through April 18, 2021. The experience is subject to restrictions and may change or be cancelled without notice.
Everyone’s favorite “Little Chef” is cooking up something really big for Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary, because the grand opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT is set for Oct. 1 of this year!
That date may sound familiar, as it will also mark exactly 50 years since Walt Disney World officially opened for the first time. So Chef Remy will help us kick off “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” in Parisian style.
In this delicious new attraction, guests will feel like they’ve shrunk to the size of Chef Remy as they scurry through Gusteau’s famous restaurant on a wild adventure for the whole family (no height requirement!). Based on Disney and Pixar’s Academy Award®-winning “Ratatouille,” the experience will be part of a newly expanded France pavilion inside EPCOT that will also open Oct. 1.
When rounding the corner into this new portion of the pavilion, guests will be transported into a fanciful version of Paris that feels straight out of the animated film. As you can see in this beautiful nighttime photo we’re sharing today, it’s easy to understand why little Remy fell so head-over-heels in love with the “city of lights.”
And oh wait … there’s more! Also opening Oct. 1 will be La Crêperie de Paris, a new restaurant offering both table- and quick-service options. The menu will feature sweet crepes, savory buckwheat galettes (naturally gluten friendly) and authentic French hard cider. The attraction, restaurant and pavilion expansion are all part of the historic transformation of EPCOT currently underway, celebrating how the impossible becomes possible through the power of imagination … and a little Disney magic. This amazing time in the park’s history has already brought us a reimagined main entrance with new entrance fountain, “The Soul of Jazz” exhibit and new films in three different pavilions, with much more on the way.
We’re looking forward to Remy joining us for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” an 18-month event that will feature new experiences at the four Walt Disney World theme parks and beyond, where shimmering EARidescent décor will appear as if by magic.
Ready to celebrate the luck of the Irish and all things green at Disney? Well, you ARE in luck because Disney chefs and beverage managers have created some fun and tasty limited-time offerings in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. You may not be Irish by birthright, but we welcome you to join in the spirit of this festive Irish celebration which, happily, food and drink is an integral part!
Check out our Foodie Guide to St. Patrick’s Day at Disney Parks. Sláinte!
Disneyland Resort
Trolley Treats, Disney California Adventure Park
Marceline’s Confectionery, Downtown Disney District
St. Patrick’s Mickey Apple – Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel, marshmallow ears, enrobed in milk chocolate, colored white chocolate, and a green top hat (available Mar. 10-17)
Pot of Gold Apple – Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel, dipped in dark chocolate, and embellished with yellow white chocolate and gold candy-coated milk chocolates, rainbow sour belt, and green chocolate shamrock (available Mar. 17)
Shamrock Krispy – Shamrock-shaped krispies dipped in green and white chocolate decorated with a yellow Mickey (available Mar. 7-17)
Mint Chocolate Cookie Marshmallow Wand – Mickey-shaped marshmallow dipped in mint milk chocolate, enrobed in chocolate cookie crumbles, and drizzled with green and white chocolate (available Mar. 10-17)
Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express, Downtown Disney District
Mint Chocolate Chip Glazed Beignets – A sweet blend of chocolate chips and fresh mint with a “touch of the Irish” green sprinkles (available Mar. 15-21)
Uva Bar & Café, Downtown Disney District
Corned Beef and Cabbage Burger – Angus Beef patty resting on a bed of braised cabbage topped with Swiss cheese, sliced corned beef, and whole grain mustard a oli on a brioche bun served with garlic fries (available Mar. 17)
Irish Nachos – French fries topped with corned beef, Guinness beer cheese, pico de gallo and spicy a oli (available Mar. 17)
Irish Libations (available Mar. 17)
Walt Disney World Resort
Amorette’s Patisserie, Disney Springs
Shamrock Cream Puff with Irish cream mousse and whiskey-caramel sauce (available Mar. 12-20)
Crème Brûlée – Matcha orange crème brûlée (available Mar. 12-20)
The Ganachery, Disney Springs
Irish Whiskey Chocolate Squares – Dark chocolate ganache infused with Irish whiskey (available Mar. 12-20)
Irish Cream Chocolate Ganache Squares – Milk chocolate ganache infused with Irish cream (available Mar. 12-20)
Leprechaun Mickey Piñata – Chocolate piñata filled with gold-dusted chocolate marshmallows (available Mar. 12-20)
D-Luxe Burger, Disney Springs
Dubliner Burger – Signature-blend beef patty topped with Dubliner cheddar, corned beef, shoestring fried onions, Irish stout barbecue sauce, lettuce, and grilled onions (available Mar. 1-31)
Irish Cream Milkshake – Vanilla gelato with Irish cream, caramel sauce, toasted marshmallow, and green sprinkles (available Mar. 1-31)
Shepherd’s Pie – Stout-braised ground beef, peas, carrots, onions, shredded cabbage, potato purée (available Mar. 10-17)
Irish Libations (available Mar. 10-17)
Vivoli il Gelato, Disney Springs
St. Patrick’s Affagato – Your choice of gelato, matcha tea, and whipped cream (available through Mar. 31)
Green Velvet Cake Shake: Cake batter gelato, green velvet cake, milk, whipped cream and cannoli filling (available through Mar. 31)
YeSake, Disney Springs
Peppermint Patty – Slush with mint, lemonade, and blue curaçao syrup served with whipped cream and peppermint bark topping. Available alcoholic and non-alcoholic (available Mar. 5-31)
Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant, Disney Springs
Raglan Road Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival – Unplugged! Think more acoustic than electric. More intimate than boisterous. The same great live entertainment, with all bands imported from Ireland. The same delicious Irish food and drink. Visit www.raglanroad.com for reservations. (Mar. 17)
Tamu Tamu Refreshments, Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Isle of Java, Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Thirsty River Bar & Trek Snacks, Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Irish Coffee with Irish whiskey, Joffrey’s Coffee, whipped cream, and shamrock sprinkles (available Mar. 12-17)
Creature Comforts, Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Restaurantosaurus, Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Flame Tree Barbecue, Disney’s Animal Kingdom
St. Patrick’s Day Cupcake – Chocolate with mint ganache filling, vanilla frosting, and chocolate shamrock (available Mar. 2-17)
Nomad Lounge, Disney’s Animal Kingdom
St. Patrick’s Day Trio – Madeline rainbow cake, cream liqueur-coffee panna cotta, and vanilla chiffon cake pop with whiskey-caramel ganache (available Mar. 17-20)
Restaurantosaurus, Disney’s Animal Kingdom
St. Patrick’s Day Reuben Totchos – Crispy tater tots loaded with nacho cheese, sautéed corned beef, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing, and crunchy rye croutons (available Mar. 12-17)
Dino-Bite Snacks, Disney’s Animal Kingdom
St. Patrick’s Day Ice Cream Sandwich – Mint Ice cream between double chocolate-chip cookies rolled in shamrock sprinkles (available Mar. 1-17)
Creature Comforts, Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Tamu Tamu Refreshments, Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Mickey Colossal Cinnamon Roll – Green icing drizzle on Mickey Colossal Cinnamon Roll (available Mar. 17)
Landscape of Flavors, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Everything Pop Shopping and Dining, Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Luck of the Green – Chocolate cupcake filled with mint crème topped with vanilla buttercream and shamrock sprinkles (available Mar. 15-18)
Dahlia Lounge, Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
Three Bridges Bar & Grill, Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
St. Paddy’s Dessert – Irish cream mousse filled pâte à choux with pistachio cream and a chocolate shamrock (available Mar. 17-20)
Gasparilla Island Grill, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Luck of the Irish Coffee Panna Cotta – Chocolate coffee mousse, Irish cream-Irish whiskey panna cotta, and vanilla cream topped with a shamrock cookie (available Feb. 22- Mar. 17)
Goods to Go, Disney’s Old Key West Resort
Key Lime Tart with graham cracker crust, key lime custard, and shamrock garnishes (available Mar. 8-18)
The Artist Palette, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Irish Car Bundt – Irish stout Bundt cake with Irish cream mousse and Irish whiskey caramel (available Mar. 8-18)
Wind & Waves Market, Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
Shamrock Whoopie Pie – Green tea cake with gold citrus crème filling (available Mar. 12-20)
Roaring Fork, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
St. Patrick Cupcake – Green velvet cupcake with cream cheese icing decorated with Chip ‘N Dale and shamrocks (available Mar. 17)
Beach Club Marketplace, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort
The Market at Ale & Compass, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort
Irish Cream Mousse Cupcake – Chocolate cupcake topped with Irish cream mousse dome and chocolate crisp pearls (available Mar. 10-18)
Spring is in the air at Walt Disney World Resort today as the Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival blooms now through July 5, 2021. This event spreads its butterfly wings across the entire park, offering fun for the whole family inspired by the season.
We were out in the park today to capture some images of the festival’s opening day, which you can see here. And there’s all sorts of springtime activities for Guests to explore when they visit:
Check out nearly 100 individual topiaries all around the park, many featuring Disney characters.
Take leisurely walks through 20 different garden areas, like the English Tea Garden Presented by Twinings of London in the United Kingdom pavilion.
Indulge in fresh bites and sips from more than 20 locations, including Outdoor Kitchens around World Showcase.
Take in live music as it fills the air at America Gardens Theatre, the Mill Stage at the Canada pavilion and inside World Showplace.
Search for Spike the Bee on Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration scavenger hunt.
And bring the festival home with special merchandise featuring Minnie Mouse, Figment, Spike and that lovable Orange Bird.
This is just a snapshot of what Guests can find at the festival. For complete details – including menus, live music schedules, etc. – Guests can check out FreshEPCOT.com and follow #FreshEPCOT on social media platforms.
Anyone stopping by the park today also may have noticed a new look for the main entrance plaza, where flags of six original EPCOT icons were raised for the first time and now flank Spaceship Earth. These flags, along with new lighting and music debuting today in the plaza, are the latest moments in the ongoing transformation of EPCOT, as the park continues to inspire us to see the real world in more fantastic ways.
New details are now available for A Touch of Disney at Disney California Adventure Park in the latest Foodie Guide! Disney chefs and beverage managers have been busy creating menus that include new items and several favorite classic dishes from around the resort for this new, limited-capacity ticketed experience that begins March 18, Thursdays through Mondays, from noon – 8 p.m.
This Foodie Guide lists all the bites – sweet and savory – and refreshing sips at the more than 25 locations – including six marketplaces themed for A Touch of Disney. In addition to all the great food and drink, you’ll have a chance to see Disney characters, shop for the latest Disney merchandise, and pose at fun photo locations.
We encourage you to take advantage of mobile order on the Disneyland mobile app for added convenience and promote contactless payment. We have noted the mobile order locations at A Touch of Disney in this Foodie Guide, and, yes, you can now even mobile order a churro from Cozy Cone Motel in Cars Land!
Beginning March 11, table reservations for Lamplight Lounge and Carthay Circle Lounge – Alfresco Dining will be made available for A Touch of Disney. Table reservations do not provide admission to A Touch of Disney. A Touch of Disney ticket is required to dine at those locations on the same day as the table reservation.
Now, check out all we have to offer at A Touch of Disney. Enjoy!
Hollywood Land
Award Wieners (Mobile Order)
Food Items:
Original Corn Dog dipped in corn batter and fried to a golden brown served with a Cuties Mandarin or small bag of chips (from Corn Dog Castle)
Hot-Link Corn Dog served with a Cuties Mandarin or small bag of chips (from Corn Dog Castle)
Cheddar Cheese Stick dipped in corn batter and fried to a golden brown served with a Cuties Mandarin or small bag of chips (from Corn Dog Castle)
Carrot Cake Funnel Fries – Coated with cinnamon-sugar topped with crumbled carrot cake, cream cheese icing, and whipped topping (new)
Beverages:
Assorted Beers
Michelada
Coffee
Hot Chocolate
Assorted Coca-Cola beverages
Bottled water
Novelties:
Sapphire Glow Cube available for purchase while supplies last.
Mickey Mouse Ear Hat Bowl available for purchase while supplies last.
Buena Vista Street
Buena Vista Popcorn
Food Items:
Popcorn
Caramel Popcorn
Novelties:
Mickey & Minnie Retro Straw & Clip available for purchase while supplies last.
Retro Popcorn Bucket available for purchase while supplies last.
Willie’s Churro
Food Items:
Churro
Fluffernutter Churro – Cinnamon-sugar churro topped with peanut butter sauce, marshmallow sauce, and chocolate chips
Beverages:
Assorted Coca-Cola beverages
Carthay Circle Lounge – Alfresco Dining
Food Items:
Baked Bay Scallop with Creamy Potato Chowder
Vietnamese Twice-cooked Beef Tacos with Pineapple-Mint Salsa
Ceviche of Kona Kampachi, Avocado Relish, and Tomato Crazy Water
Moroccan-roasted Chicken Meatballs with Pomegranate Relish and Tzatziki
Duck Confit Empanada with Oaxaca Cheese and California Chili Salsa
Carthay Shrimp Spring Roll with Thai Basil, Mint, and Spicy Aïoli
Winter Pear Salad with Roasted Hazelnuts, Prosciutto, and Goat Cheese Velvet
Tortilla Soup with Grilled Chicken, Avocado, Tomato, and Whipped Crema
Strozzapreti Pasta with San Marzano Tomatoes, Basil, and Parmigiano-Reggiano
Sesame Soy-glazed Salmon with Soba Noodles, Cucumber, Edamame, and Ginger Vinaigrette
Lemon-crusted Fish of the Day with Baby Green Beans and Lemon-Caper Vinaigrette
Roasted Colorado Lamb with Calabrian Chili Harissa and House Hummus
Double Chocolate Ice Cream Sundae with Chocolate Fudge and Candied Almonds
Apple Pie Sundae with Warm Apples, Caramel, and Brown Sugar Chantilly
Artisan Selected Cheese Board with Seasonal Chutney
Kids’ Menu:
Classic Cheese Quesadilla
Orecchiette Pasta with Marinara
Orange Dragon Chicken Skewers
Hazelnut Crunch Mickey Pop
Beverages:
Assorted wine, beer, hard cider, and specialty cocktails
Novelties:
Red Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
Green Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
Snowflake Glow Clip available for purchase while supplies last.
Pixar Pier and Paradise Gardens Park
Lamplight Lounge
Food Items:
Angus Beef Sliders – Beer and bacon cheese sauce, tomato-habanero chutney, lettuce, and pickled onions on toasted Amish buns
Lobster Nachos – Warm lobster with black beans, aged cheddar-Oaxaca cheese sauce, pico de gallo, and chipotle crema
Pastrami-spiced Impossible™ Burger – Seasoned patty, American cheese, pastrami-spiced pineapple, house-made pickles, mustard aïoli, and toasted focaccia served with malted fries (plant-based; new)
Potato Skins – Crispy Yukon gold potatoes with brown butter-caper yogurt, smoked paprika aïoli, and Manchego cheese
Spotlight Nachos: Barbacoa – Chile-Spiced Beef Barbacoa and House-Made Tortilla Chips with Pinto Bean Purée, Spicy Tomatillo Salsa, Onions, Cilantro, Chipotle Cheese Sauce, Queso Fresco, and Pickled Jalapeños
Tuna Poke – Yellowfin Tuna “Rice Bowl” with Magic Watermelon, Avocado, Edamame, Shishito Peppers, and Spiced Mango Nectar
Cheddar Burger – Grilled Custom Burger Blend with Cheddar, Roasted Plum Tomato, Red Onion, and Avocado Ranch Spread on a Toasted Amish Bun served with Malted Fries
Kids’ Menu:
Burger Slider – Mini burger with cheese and pickles
Grilled Tenders with Sweet Chicken (Disney Check)
PB and J Roll – Creamy peanut butter and whole wheat “roll” with strawberry jelly
Beverages:
Assorted wine, beer, hard cider, and specialty cocktails
Novelties:
Pixar Lamp & Ball Straw & Clip for purchase while supplies last.
Sapphire Glow Cube available for purchase while supplies last.
Lamplight Lounge Coin Souvenir Coins for purchase while supplies last.
Bayside Brews (Mobile Order)
Food Items:
Mickey Mouse Pretzel with Cheese
Beverages:
Assorted Craft Beers
Michelada
Hard Cider
Mango Margarita
Assorted Coca-Cola beverages
Bottled water
Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats (Mobile Order)
Food Items:
It’s Lemon! Soft Serve (plant-based)
DOLE Whip Pineapple Soft Serve (plant-based; from Tiki Juice Bar)
It’s Lemon and Pineapple Swirl! (plant-based; new)
Beverages:
Bottled water
Pixar Pier Popcorn Cart
Food Items:
Popcorn
Beverages:
Assorted Coca-Cola beverages
Novelties:
Onward Guinevere Popcorn Bucket available for purchase while supplies last.
Poultry Palace
Food Items:
Chicken Drumstick Box – Three seasoned legs with slaw
Jumbo Smoked Turkey Leg
Assorted Chips
Beverages:
Assorted Coca-Cola beverages
Bottled water
Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff
Full Candy Assortment
Russell Cake Pop – Round chocolate cake pop dipped in yellow chocolate, mini coated chocolates, and orange sanding sugar
Dug Cake Pop – Round vanilla cake pop with marshmallow ears, dipped in white chocolate, covered in gold sanding sugar, and embellished with dark and white chocolate accents
World of Color Krispy – Mickey Krispy dipped in white chocolate and decorated with Rainbow Sugar
Pacific Wharf
Cocina Cucamonga (Mobile Order)
Food Items:
Torta de Papas Street Tacos – Crispy potato, cabbage slaw with grilled corn, onions, and cilantro, salsa de molcajete in corn tortillas (plant-based)
Asian-style Beef Barbacoa Street Tacos – Braised Beef with Pickled Onions, Ginger, Cucumber and Serrano Peppers in Corn Tortillas
Bengal Beef Skewer with Sweet Zulu Sauce (from Bengal Barbecue)
Banyan Beef Skewer – Hot and spicy (from Bengal Barbecue)
Chieftain Chicken Skewer with Polynesian sauce (from Bengal Barbecue)
Jalapeño-Bacon Peanut Brittle (new)
Beverages:
Assorted Beer
Traditional Margarita
Pineapple Margarita
Assorted Coca-Cola beverages
Bottled water
Novelties:
Coco Jarrito Mug available for purchase while supplies last.
Coco Sipper available for purchase while supplies last.
Rita’s Baja Blenders (Mobile Order)
Food:
Assorted Chips
Beverages (Regular or Grand):
Rita’s Lemon-Lime Margarita
Rita’s Strawberry Margarita
Red Sangria
The Tropicool (Lemon-Lime or Strawberry)
Cappuccino Cart (New Mobile Order)
Food Items:
Croissant
Chocolate Croissant
Cookies (Chocolate Chip or Sugar)
Hot Beverages:
Espresso (Single or Double)
Café Mocha
Cappuccino
Café Latte
Coffee (add flavor to your coffee)
Hot Chocolate
Hot Tea
Coffee with Liqueur
Hot Chocolate with Liqueur
Cold Beverages:
Iced Cold Brew
Café Mocha
Café Latte
Assorted Coca-Cola beverages
Bottled water
Novelties:
Mickey & Minnie Mouse Travel Mug available for purchase while supplies last.
Pacific Wharf Distribution Co. (Mobile Order)
Beverages:
Karl Strauss assorted hand-crafted beers
Bottled water
Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop
World Famous Hot Fudge Sundae – Vanilla ice cream and handmade hot fudge topped with whipped cream, diced almonds, and a cherry
Gold Rush Sundae – Vanilla ice cream, sea salt, diced almonds, caramel sauce, and whipped cream topped with a Ghirardelli SQUARES White Chocolate Caramel (new)
Ocean Beach Sundae – Vanilla ice cream, sea salt, caramel sauce, and handmade hot fudge topped with whipped cream, sea salt, and a Ghirardelli SQUARES Milk Chocolate
Grizzly Peak
Smokejumpers Grill (Mobile Order)
Food Items:
Brisket Mac ‘n Cheese – Creamy mac ‘n cheese, smoked barbecue brisket, pickled red onions and crispy fried shallots (new)
½ Monte Cristo Sandwich – sliced turkey, ham and swiss fried in a light batter, dusted with powdered sugar and served with berry purée (from Blue Bayou Restaurant)
Petite Impossible Burger with guac and pepper jack and tomato on a toasted mini bun (plant-based; new)
Impossible Chili Waffle Fries with spiced Impossible™ chili with beans, tomato and corn, spicy mayo, cheddar cheese and pico de gallo (plant-based; new)
Beverages:
Blue Angeleno Cocktail
Frozen Coca-Cola with whiskey or rum
Karl Strauss Aurora Hoppyalis IPA
Bud Light
S’mores Shake (new)
Chocolate or Vanilla Milkshake
Novelties:
Mickey Mouse Ear Hat Bowl available for purchase while supplies last.
Mickey & Minnie Retro Straw & Clip available for purchase while supplies last.
Sapphire Glow Cube available for purchase while supplies last.
Grizzly Peak Churro Cart (near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail)
Food Items:
Horchata Churro with Sweetened Condensed Milk
Churro
Beverages:
Assorted Coca-Cola beverages
Novelties:
Mickey & Minnie Mouse Retro Straw & Clip available for purchase while supplies last.
Sonoma Terrace (Mobile Order)
Food Items:
Bavarian Pretzel
Mini Meatball Sub –Italian meatballs and marinara with melted mozzarella on a crispy baguette
Cruz Straw & Clip available for purchase while supplies last.
Piston Cup Sipper available for purchase while supplies last.
Seasonal Marketplaces
LA Style (New Mobile Order)
Food Items:
Pork Belly Banh Mi – Marinated and grilled pork belly on crispy baguette with pickled daikon, carrots, sliced cucumber, jalapeño, cilantro and seasoned mayonnaise
Impossible Cheeseburger Mac ‘n Cheese topped with special burger sauce
Beverages:
Honey Bourbon Lemonade
Bottled water
Novelties:
Red Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
Green Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
California Craft Brews (New Mobile Order)
Food Items:
Pepperoni Pizza Egg Rolls
Beverages:
Assorted craft beers
Bottled water
Novelties:
Red Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
Green Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
D-Lish (New Mobile Order)
Food Items:
Walt’s Chili (from Carnation Café)
Very Very Berry Mickey Waffle (new)
Beverages:
Farmstand Punch (non-alcoholic)
Bottled water
Novelties:
Red Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
Green Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
Cluck-A-Doodle_Moo (New Mobile Order)
Food Items:
Chicken Gumbo – Hearty stew with chicken, Tasso ham, andouille sausage, and vegetables (from Café Orleans)
Grilled Beef Tenderloin Slider with chimichurri and pickled onions
Beverages:
Watermelon Agua Fresca (non-alcoholic)
Berry Mule
Bottled water
Novelties:
Red Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
Green Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
Golden Dreams (New Mobile Order)
Food Items:
Carbonara Mac ‘n Cheese with white cheddar cheese sauce topped with Nueske’s Bacon, Parmesan, and red pepper panko crumbs
Sweet-and-Spicy Chicken Wings served with Togarashi aïoli (from Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar)
Beverages:
Strawberry-Rose Lemonade (non-alcoholic)
Bottled water
Novelties:
Red Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
Green Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
Uncork California (New Mobile Order)
Food Item:
California Artisan Cheese Plate with grapes with dried apricots and glazed pecans
Beverages:
Selection of wines
Mimosas
Bottled water
Novelties:
Red Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
Green Grapes Glow Cube Charm available for purchase while supplies last.
The freshest flavors of spring – on the plate and in the glass – are showcased at Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival March 3 through July 5, 2021.
This Foodie Guide lists all the sweet and savory bites as well as refreshing sips at the over 20 festival-exclusive Outdoor Kitchens. The newest Outdoor Kitchens are the EPCOT Sunshine Griddle offering delicious brunch items, and EPCOT Farmers Feast, where a rotating seasonal menu will offer the finest local ingredients through the festival. And check out the new Orange Bird sipper – how is it possible he is even more adorable this year?
Returning is the Garden Graze, a fun food stroll highlighting five delicious offerings at the festival – all listed in the Festival Passport. Upon their Garden Graze purchase, Guests will receive a stamp for your Festival Passport. Once they’ve collected all five stamps, they can bring their Festival Passport to Pineapple Promenade Outdoor Kitchen to receive a complimentary prize exclusive to the festival. Guests can complete the Garden Graze at their leisure, and they can even bring back your stamped Festival Passport to EPCOT at any time during the festival to complete your Garden Graze.
Also new for this year’s festival are some tasty musical morsels for Guests’ ears! Each weekend, they can enjoy a series of concerts featuring local bands from Orlando, also known as the “City Beautiful.” Friday through Monday evenings, these “City Beautiful” bands will take the stage at America Gardens Theatre to perform popular songs of yesterday and today.
We have listed all the fantastic new offerings in this Foodie Guide:
Flavor Full Kitchen Hosted by AdventHealth (Future World West)
Food Items:
Grilled Baby Vegetables with Hummus Cream and Red Pepper Coulis (gluten/wheat friendly; plant-based; Garden Graze).
Seared Verlasso Salmon with Farro Risotto and Micro Herbs.
Strawberry Mousse with Chocolate Crisp Pearls.
Beverages:
Blood Orange Agua Fresca (non-alcoholic).
Cookie Butter Worms and Dirt (non-alcoholic).
EPCOT Sunshine Griddle (Future World East)
Food Items:
Avocado Toast with Marinated Toybox Tomatoes and Fresh Goat Cheese on Toasted Ciabatta (new).
Shrimp and Grits: Blackened Shrimp and Cheddar Cheese Grits with Brown Gravy and Sweet Corn Salsa.
Corned Beef Brisket Hash with House-made Potato Barrels, Onions, Peppers, Cheese Curds, and a Soft-poached Egg with Tabasco Hollandaise (new).
Fried Cinnamon Roll Bites with Cream Cheese Frosting and Candied Bacon (new).
Beverages:
Froot Loops Shake (non-alcoholic; new).
Joffrey’s Coffee Cold Brew Cocktail with Milk, Kahlúa Rum and Coffee Liqueur, and Vanilla Vodka (new).
The Honey Bee-stro Hosted by National Honey Board (Showcase Plaza)
Food Items:
Tupelo Honey and Sweet Corn Spoon Bread with Jalapeños, Bacon, and House-made Whipped Honey Butter (gluten/wheat-friendly; new).
Lavender Honey Mustard-marinated Chicken Flatbread with Whipped Honey-Ricotta Cheese, Marinated Vegetables, and Purple Haze Lavender Goat Cheese (new).
Local Wildflower Honey-Mascarpone Cheesecake with Orange Blossom Honey Whipped Cream, Whipped Honey, Crystalized Honey, Honeycomb, Dehydrated Honey, and Fennel Pollen Meringue Kisses.
Beverages:
Honey-Peach Freeze in a Souvenir Spike the Bee Sipper Cup (non-alcoholic).
Meyer Lemon-poached Lobster Salad with Grapefruit-Rosé Vinaigrette, Yuzu-marinated Hearts of Palm, and Avocado-Yuzu Panna Cotta (gluten/wheat friendly; new).
Citrus-braised Crispy Pork Belly with Kumquat and Carrot (new).
House-made Potato and Cheddar Biscuit with Salmon Tartare.
Dark Chocolate Raspberry Tart with Whipped Cream.
Beverages:
3 Daughters Brewing Pink Lemonade Hard Cider, St. Petersburg, Fla. (new).
Bold Rock Watermelon Hard Cider, Nellysford, Va. (new).
Blake’s Hard Cider Co. Triple Jam Hard Cider, Armada, Mich. (new).
Samuel Smith Old Brewery Pure Brewed Organic Lager, Tadcaster, UK.
Snakebite: Blake’s Hard Cider Co. Triple Jam Hard Cider and Samuel Smith Old Brewery. Pure Brewed Organic Lager.
Cider Flight.
Northern Bloom (Canada)
Food Items:
Seared Scallops with French Green Beans, Butter Potatoes, Brown Butter Vinaigrette and Apple-wood-smoked Bacon (gluten/wheat friendly).
Beef Tenderloin Tips, Mushroom Bordelaise Sauce, and Whipped Potatoes with Garden Vegetables.
Griddled Maple Pound Cake with Warm Peach Compote and Sweet Corn Gelato.
Beverages:
Maple Popcorn Shake (non-alcoholic).
81Bay Brewing Apricot with Maple Syrup, Tampa, Fla.
Collective Arts Brewing Blackberry Fruit Beer, Hamilton, Ontario.
Goose Island Beer Company Lost Palate Hazy IPA with Mango and Cinnamon, Chicago, Ill. (new).
Maple Popcorn Shake with Tap 357 Maple Rye Whisky.
Beer Flight.
Jardin de Fiestas (Mexico)
Food Items:
Tostada de Cochinita: Braised Pork on a Crispy Corn Tortilla with Black Beans topped with Pickled Onions, Mango-Habanero Relish, and Oregano (gluten/wheat friendly).
Taco Vampiro: Braised Beef on a Corn Tortilla with Crispy Grilled Monterey Jack Cheese and Salsa Ranchera (gluten/wheat friendly).
Sope de Chorizo: Plant-based Ground Chorizo on Fried Corn Dough with Black Beans and Avocado Mousse (gluten/wheat friendly; plant-based).
Beverages:
Passion Fruit Margarita: Corazón de Agave Blanco Tequila, Passion Fruit Purée, Lime Juice, Nixta Corn Liqueur, and a hint of smoke with a Hibiscus Flower Salt Rim.
The Garden Margarita: Ojo de Tigre Mezcal, Lettuce Juice, Ancho Reyes Chile Verde Liqueur, Lime Juice, Gracias a Dios Agave Gin, and a Sprig of Thyme.
Tulum Mexican Craft Beer with Floater: Artisanal Lager with Citrus notes made with Caribbean Seawater and served with an Elderflower Liqueur Floater.
Lotus House (China)
Food Items:
Papa Cakes: Potato Cakes filled with Shrimp and Water Chestnuts served with House-made Strawberry Sauce (new).
Bon Bon Chicken Skewer with Sesame and Peanut Sauce.
House-made Crab and Cheese Wontons.
Beverages:
“Panda” Bubble Tea: Classic Milk Tea with Black and White Boba Pearls (non-alcoholic).
Jasmine Draft Beer.
Marco Boba: Amaretto, Iced Coffee, Milk, and Boba.
Kung Fu Punch: Vodka, Triple Sec, Mango Syrup, Orange Juice, and Soda Water.
Tang Dynasty: Jose Cuervo Especial Tequila Gold, Light Rum, Strawberry Syrup, Piña Colada Mix, White Boba Pearls, and Soda Water (new).
Primavera Kitchen (Italy)
Food Items:
Margherita: Rustic Italian Flatbread with Tomato Sauce and Mozzarella.
Arancini: Sweet Sausage Fried Risotto Balls with Pomodoro Sauce.
Traditional Sicilian Cannoli: Crisp Pastry filled with Sweet Ricotta, Chocolate, and Candied Orange.
Beverages:
Peroni Pilsner.
Pinot Grigio.
Chianti.
Prosecco.
Rosa Regale.
Moscato.
Italian White Sangria with Prosecco.
Italian Red Sangria with Cabernet Sauvignon.
Italian Margarita with Limoncello and Tequila.
Hanami (Japan)
Food Items:
Frushi: Strawberry, Pineapple, and Cantaloupe wrapped in Sweet Rice and Pink Soy Wrap served with Whipped Cream, Drizzled Berry Sauce, and Toasted Coconut.
Shrimp and Crab with Spicy Mayonnaise and Cucumber Slices finished with Creamy Avocado and Violet Sauce (new).
Soy-glazed Pork Shank with Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Crispy Lotus Flower, Garlic Chips, and Green Onion.
Beverages:
Sakura Zen Ale.
Pineapple Sake.
Blood Orange Sour with Fresh Mint (new).
Fleur de Lys (France)
Food Items:
Tarte aux Oignons Caramélisés et Chèvre: Goat Cheese Tart with Caramelized Onions on a flaky Pastry Crust.
Canard Confit à l’Orange aux Gnocchi à la Parisienne: Braised Duck Confit à l’Orange with Parisian Gnocchi (new).
Macaron au Chocolate en Sucette: Large Chocolate Macaron Lollipop.
Beignet Caramélisé, Fourré Crème Vanille, Glacé au Caramel Fleur de Sel: Caramelized Beignet filled with Vanilla Cream and Glazed with Caramel Fleur de Sel (new).
Beverages:
Kronenbourg Blanc 1664 Draft Beer.
VeRy Raspberry: Rosé Wine with Natural Raspberry Flavor.
Chardonnay, Le Vieux Manoir (new).
Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec Blend, Château Lorient (new).
La Vie en Rose Frozen Slushy: Vodka, Grey Goose L’Orange Vodka, St. Germain Liqueur, White and Red Cranberry Juice.
Joffrey’s
Future World East: Bloomin’ Berry: Frozen Lemon and Blackberry Syrup with a splash of Vodka (new).
Showcase Plaza:Citrus Sunrise: Frozen Lemon and Passion Fruit with Mandarin Vodka (new).
The American Adventure: Bubbly Brew: Jameson®Cold Brew Whiskey and Coffee with a splash of Coke®(new).
Canada: Spring Flurry: Frozen Lemon and Cinnamon Whiskey (new).
It’s time to experience some of the sights, sounds and flavors of the Disneyland Resort with A Touch of Disney, a new, limited-capacity ticketed experience that begins March 18 at Disney California Adventure park. A Touch of Disney offers some of the world-famous food and beverages from around the resort, plus a chance to see Disney characters, shop for the latest Disney merchandise and pose at unique photo locations.
A selection of iconic food and beverage items from both Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure park will be available for guests to enjoy, from churros and the world-famous DOLE Whip® to the classic Monte Cristo sandwich usually found in New Orleans Square. Many items will be served snack-sized, so guests can delight in a variety of bites and sips from mid-day through the evening. These guest-favorites will be available at locations around the park, including Smokejumpers Grill, Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats, Award Wieners, Cocina Cucamonga and six seasonal and creatively themed marketplaces.
Select retail locations also will be open, selling the latest apparel, accessories and souvenirs, including new, adorable Disney NuiMos. Pop in and out of the shops along Buena Vista Street or guests can head to Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff along Pixar Pier for a selection of treats including themed candy apples.
While exploring the park, guests can capture photos at iconic locations and discover new photo-worthy spots – some that are available only for those who attend A Touch of Disney. Guests might catch a wave from Mickey Mouse and his pals doing some unexpected things, or see Mater and Lightning McQueen in Cars Land. To help set the stage for A Touch of Disney, a new, specially curated soundtrack of reimagined Disney songs will be broadcast throughout the park, along with updates and reminders about many can’t-miss experiences. Attractions remain closed for now.
Here’s what you need to know*:
● Dates: Beginning Mar. 18; offered Thursdays – Mondays from noon to 8 p.m.
● Pricing: The introductory $75 ticket includes admission, parking for the experience at Mickey & Friends parking structure, unlimited downloads of Disney PhotoPass photos taken during the day of the experience, and a $25 A Touch of Disney dining card valid towards the purchase of food and non-alcoholic beverages (subject to restrictions including not being valid for alcohol).
● Tickets: A Touch of Disney tickets will be available only on Disneyland.com beginning March 4, for select days from March 18 through April 5, 2021. Tickets for this experience will then be released for dates on a rolling basis until the experience ends. Tickets must be purchased in advance and online at Disneyland.com for a specific date (subject to availability). Ticket prices are subject to change.
● Dining: Beginning March 11th, table reservations for Lamplight Lounge and Carthay Circle Lounge – Alfresco Dining will be made available for A Touch of Disney. Table reservations do not provide admission to A Touch of Disney and dining at those locations requires A Touch of Disney ticket that is valid on the same day as the table reservation. Reservations are recommended, and additional details are coming soon.
Downtown Disney District will remain open seven days a week with unique dining and shopping that includes Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes, Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen, Naples Ristorante e Bar, World of Disney and Star Wars Trading Post, which recently opened in a new location. Buena Vista Street will remain open as an extension of the Downtown Disney District through March 14, and will be closed beginning March 15. Beginning March 18, Buena Vista Street will become part of A Touch of Disney.
With the health and safety of everyone in mind, A Touch of Disney will operate with limited capacity and enhanced health and safety measures in place based on guidance from health authorities, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and appropriate government agencies.
*Tickets for the experience will not be available at the Resort, are non-refundable, and may not be resold or transferred for commercial use. The number of tickets available are limited and no discounts apply. Each guest may purchase up to eight tickets. Tickets not required for Guests ages 2 and under. Disney PhotoPass is subject to the Disney PhotoPass terms and conditions. Online registration required. Experience elements and information including, but not limited to, offerings, menu items, merchandise, and services, are subject to restrictions, change or cancellation without notice. No refunds given for any such changes or cancellations whether due to inclement weather or otherwise.
DOLE WHIP is a trademark of Dole Food Company, Inc. Used with permission.
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!
