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Disney Unveils Easter Treats at Disney Parks

Posted on March 22, 2023March 22, 2023 by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks, Disney Resorts

Easter is just a few weeks away! If you’re heading to a Disney Park this April, you’ll be able to enjoy limited-time Easter treats!

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

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

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

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

Walt Disney World Resort

Disney Resort Hotels

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

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

Thumper Carrot Cake: Carrot cake with cream cheese icing (New)

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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

Carrot Cake Cheesecake Tart: Carrot cake, pineapple, and vanilla cheesecake (New)

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

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

Coconut Sugar Bunny Cupcake: Carrot cake with pineapple filling topped with cream cheese buttercream and coconut sugar

Disney’s Beach Club Resort

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

Carrot Garden Fudge: Chocolate fudge with a vanilla carrot decorated cookie (New)

Orange-Vanilla Bunny Tart: Orange vanilla mousse with a chocolate filled vanilla tart and orange marmalade (New)

Easter Chocolate Donald Egg and Easter Chocolate Daisy Egg: Chocolate Easter eggs decorated to look like Donald Duck and Daisy Duck (New)

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

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

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

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

Disney’s BoardWalk

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

Coconut Macaroon Nest: Coconut macaroon and chocolate eggs

Chocolate-covered Strawberry ‘Carrots’

Italian Easter Sweet Bread: Citrus-scented dough, almond cream, and filled chocolate egg (New)

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

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

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

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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

Spring Bunny Tart: Honey pastry cream topped with lemon curd and strawberry Chantilly cream (New)

Spring Coconut Macaroons: Coconut macaroon, dulce de leche macaroon, and chocolate macaroon decorated to look like a bunny tail (New)

Peanut Butter Eggs: Peanut butter milk chocolate crunch egg coated in chocolate (New)

Hummingbird Cake: Cake with pineapple, banana, and pecans drizzled with caramel icing (New)

Five-legged Goat Cookie: Citrus-scented gluten free sugar cookie with an edible image of the Five-legged Goat (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)

Steakhouse 71 (Available April 9 only)

Brunch: Gather family and friends to enjoy delicious dishes from this special menu including:

Floridian Eggs Benedict: Two poached eggs and a crab cake with hollandaise atop toasted English muffins served with breakfast potatoes

Bacon & Eggs: Maple-lacquered pork belly, smoked cheese grits, and a perfect egg

Exclusive to Brunch: Hummingbird Bread Pudding featuring pineapple, banana, coconut bread pudding with candied pecans, salted caramel, and cream cheese ice cream

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

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

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

Barcelona Lounge

Bunny Ear Cupcake: Yellow cupcake flavored with pineapple juice and a pineapple filling topped with buttercream (New) (Available April 1 through 9)

Bird of Paradise Refresher: Strawberry, lemonade, passion fruit juice, and passion fruit boba (Available April 1 through May 31)

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

Botanical Blossom Sangria: Macabeo Wine, Ketel One Botanicals Grapefruit & Rose Vodka, Combier Crème Pamplemousse Rose, Lush Grenadine, and Minute Maid Premium Lemonade (New)

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

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

Cream Cheese Carrot Coffee Cake: Carrot coffee cake filled with cream cheese topped with fondant and orange sugar

Vanilla Bean Cupcake Sampler: Four vanilla bean cupcakes decorated with Easter décor (New)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Carrot Cake with cream cheese icing

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Pineapple Lanai (Available April 7 through 9)

Easter Soft-serve: Pink, vanilla soft-serve with toasted marshmallow flavors topped with Easter sprinkles

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter and Riverside

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

Carrot Patch Cupcake: Carrot cake with cream cheese icing (New)

Disney’s Riviera Resort

Le Petit Café (Available April 1 through 9)

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

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

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

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

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

Chocolate Bunny: Dark chocolate bunny with Easter quins and jellybeans

Bunny Cupcake: Carrot cake, orange curd filling, and maple buttercream with a cheesecake bunny on top

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

Spring Margarita Flight featuring Teremana Blanco Tequila with four springtime flavors: Key lime, elderflower, lavender, and grapefruit (New)

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

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

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

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

Spring (Plant-based) Fling: Chocolate cupcake with vanilla “buttercream” and bouquet of sprinkles (New) (Plant-based) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly); Available at the following

World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort

Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort

End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort

Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Spyglass Grill at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

Riverside Mill Food Court at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort

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

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

Disney Springs

Amorette’s Patisserie (Available April 1 through 9)

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

The Ganachery (Available through April 9)

Bunny Minnie Chocolate Piñata: Milk chocolate piñata filled with Easter treats

Easter Ganache Pop: Strawberry ganache pop enrobed in dark chocolate

Milk Chocolate Marshmallows: Vanilla marshmallows enrobed in milk chocolate

Chocolate Surprise Bunny: Milk chocolate bunny filled with marshmallow treats

Swirls on the Water (Available April 1 through 30)

Easter Basket Nachos: DOLE Whip raspberry, cotton candy soft-serve, jellybeans, raspberry sauce, strawberry boba, whip cream, and waffle chips (New)

Cotton Candy Cone: DOLE Whip raspberry, cotton candy soft-serve, celebration cone, and sprinkles (New)

Disney’s Vero Beach Resort

Wind & Waves Grill (Available April 9 only)

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

Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Park

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

Easter Eggs: Chocolate and peanut butter flavors

Bunny Cake Pop

Bunny Crisped Rice Treat

Strawberry Mickey Wand

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

Tuna Sandwich with Chips: Tuna salad, lettuce, and tomato on a brioche bun served with house-made chips

Disney California Adventure Park

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

Fish & Chips: Beer-battered local rockfish and crinkle-cut fries served with remoulade, slaw, and lime (New) (Kid’s version available)

Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff (Available through April 9)

Bunny Cake Pop

Bunny Crisped Rice Treat

Strawberry Mickey Wand

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

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

Mickey Mouse-shaped Easter Donut

Bunny Cupcake

GCH Holiday Cart (Available through April 9)

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

Storytellers Cafe (Available April 9 only)

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

Disneyland Hotel

Goofy’s Kitchen (Available April 9 only)

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

Downtown Disney District

Marceline’s Confectionery (Available through April 9)

Bunny Cake Pop
Bunny Crisped Rice Treat
Strawberry Mickey Wand

“Harry Potter” & “Star Wars” Actor Dead at 56

Posted on March 22, 2023March 22, 2023 by Mathew Corn Uncategorized

An English actor best known for his work in Harry Potter and Star Wars productions has died. He was 56.

On Thursday, March 16, Paul Grant reportedly collapsed outside King’s Cross Station in London and was found unresponsive. According to reports, the actor was declared brain dead at the scene and was transported to the hospital, where he began receiving life support care.

Grant played the role of an Ewok in the Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (1983), and in the Harry Potter franchise, he played the part of a goblin–specifically in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001). Grant is also credited with work on Jim Henson’s 1986 film Labyrinth, and he was also a stunt performer in Legend (1985), Labyrinth (1986), and Willow (1988).

A spokesperson for a London ambulance service said the service was called to St. Pancras Station in London after 2:00 p.m. on March 16.

“We sent an ambulance crew and a medic in a response car,” the spokesperson explained. “We treated a man at the scene and took him to hospital as a priority.”

On Sunday, March 19, Grant was removed from life support and was pronounced deceased shortly thereafter.

“I’m heartbroken. No girl deserves their dad to be taken away,” Grant’s daughter Sophie Jayne Grant said in an interview. “He was so well known and loved [for his work]. He’s gone too soon.”

56-year-old English actor Paul Grant, who had roles in great franchise movies such as “Star Wars” and “Harry Potter” passes away after collapsing outside King’s Cross station in Londonhttps://t.co/Yy49YGPMp1

— DAILY SABAH (@DailySabah) March 21, 2023

Sophie Jayne Grant added in a statement: “I’m devastated. My dad was a legend in so many ways. He always brought a smile and laughter to everyone’s face. He would do anything for anyone and was a massive Arsenal fan. He was an actor, father, and grandad. He loved his daughters and son and his girlfriend Maria very much, as well as her kids, who were like children to him. My dad, I love you so much. Sleep tight.”

“Paul was the love of my life,” said Grant’s girlfriend Maria Dwyer. “The funniest man I know. He made my life complete. Life is never going to be the same without him.”

Iconic Disney Attraction Leaves Guests Stuck for Hours

Posted on March 22, 2023March 22, 2023 by Mathew Corn Disney Parks

A popular Disneyland attraction recently broke down, and Guests were stuck for hours.

Disneyland is a world-renowned theme park located in Anaheim, California. Opened in 1955, it was the first of the Disney Parks and is often referred to as “The Happiest Place on Earth.” Disneyland Resort has two theme parks Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Disney Parks sees thousands of Guests daily.

Disneyland Park is divided into eight themed areas, each with its own unique attractions and experiences. These areas include Main Street, U.S.A., Adventureland, Frontierland, Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, New Orleans Square, Critter Country, and recently opened Mickey’s Toontown.

One of the most popular areas of the park is Fantasyland, where guests can experience classic Disney fairy tales and ride iconic attractions such as “it’s a small world” “Peter Pan’s Flight,” and Matterhorn Bobsleds.

A iconic Disneyland Park attraction has been dealing with issues, delays, and errors while Guests are waiting and on the attraction. “it’s a small world” has been around since its debut at the 1964 New York World’s Fair. This attraction takes guests on a gentle boat ride through various regions of the world while accompanied by the famous Sherman Brothers song, “It’s a Small World (After All).”

The attraction features over 300 audio-animatronic dolls representing different cultures and ethnicities, dressed in traditional clothing, and singing the famous song in their native language. The dolls move and dance to the music, creating a charming and whimsical experience. Guests can also spot Peter Pan and Tinker Bell in England, Cinderella in her native France, Pinocchio and Jiminy Cricket in Italy, Aladdin and Jasmine in the Middle East, The Three Caballeros in Mexico, Ariel and Flounder under the sea, Lilo and Stitch in the South Pacific and Woody, Bullseye and Jessie in the southwestern U.S.A.

The ride’s scenery and set design are also impressive, featuring iconic landmarks and architectural styles from various regions around the world, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America. Guests can spot the Eiffel Tower, the Great Wall of China, the Taj Mahal, and the Egyptian pyramids, among other landmarks.

In a recent TikTok, Guests that were enjoy a ride on “it’s a small world” when it comes to a halt and the music stops playing. In the video you can hear Guests calling for help.

@myleswmedeiros
Pain 😭 @thetpmvids #disney #smallworld #stuckondisney #fyp
♬ original sound – myleswmedeiros

Disneyland Park closes at 11:00 p.m. or 12:00 a.m. depending on the day, meaning these Guests who were trapped on the ride for hours and didn’t get off until 12:45 a.m. got a special experience to see the Park well after it closed. Though they didn’t get to stay the entire night, it was probably pretty cool to be able to stay overnight for a bit in the theme park and see what it looks like basically empty.

While in the video you can see Cast Members giving high fives and trying to cheer Guests back up after being stuck for so long. Cast Members do their best at keep Disney magic alive and the safety of Guests are their top priority.

New ‘Video Memories’ Feature Released for Disney PhotoPass at Walt Disney World

Posted on March 21, 2023March 21, 2023 by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom

A new Disney Photopass feature called Video Memories allows guests to create Disney PhotoPass videos. Guests will use their own photos and video along with iconic Disney content to recreate magical experiences from their vacation.

A new feature has been released for Disney PhotoPass. According to the Walt Disney World official release, Video Memories will allow guests to “revisit the magical experiences” from their Disney vacation “by creating video memories.”

Guests who opt to purchase PhotoPass will be able to use their own photos and videos as well as content in their Disney PhotoPass gallery. They may combine this media with iconic imagery and video from the Disney Library. This also allows guests to add enhancements, including stickers, music, and text.

Templates are included to make the process simpler. By selecting a template from the provided collection, users can create a quick theme for their new video memory.

Next, users will choose between two options: either “Quick Video Memory,” where they will select photos and videos and add enhancements later, or “Advanced,” where guests will create an entire video memory themselves. This is done by selecting photos and videos and then adding stickers, music, and text manually.

Once completed, guests are able to view their creation. With the My Disney Experience app, guests who have Memory Maker or are Annual Passholders are eligible to download and share their video memories.

There is no limit to the number of video memories a guest may create.

The Disney PhotoPass Service can be found at Walt Disney World Resort, at various attractions and popular areas within the park. They are available to take unique and memorable photos of your vacation experience that cannot be found anywhere else. Shortly after taking your photos, the images will be available for viewing in your online gallery or through the My Disney Experience app.

Sometimes there is a line for these photo opportunities, and the Cast Members work hard to bring some of the Disney magic into your pictures.

In order to have full access to the images taken by park photographers, or photos snapped during a ride, guests need to either hold an Annual Pass or purchase Memory Maker.

With Memory Maker, guests can access all the Disney PhotoPass photos and videos from their vacation, including some special extras. Memory Maker offers unlimited downloads of photos and videos. It also allows guests to view and download media from up to 25 people on their Family & Friends list.

The price of Memory Maker, as of publication, is $169.00 if purchased in advance, $199.00 if purchased during a vacation, and $69.00 for single day access.

Disney Guest Caught In Restricted Area, Taking Photos

Posted on March 21, 2023March 21, 2023 by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Epcot

Walt Disney World Resort is known for its fun-filled and magical experiences, but sometimes Guests can get carried away and break the rules. From jumping over fences to attempting to climb on attractions, these rule-breaking incidents not only endanger the safety of the guests themselves but also disrupt the experience of other visitors.

EPCOT has recently been growing at a rapid speed. EPCOT is known for the world showcase that features several different countries that Guests can learn about different cultures. EPCOT also has iconic attractions that Guests can enjoy, like Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Frozen Ever After, Living with the Land, The Seas with Nemo and Friends, Soarin’ Around the World, Guardians of the Galaxy: Comic Rewind, and many more attractions. EPCOT has also just announced a new show coming, and the Disney Park will also become the host of Disney’s 100 celebrations.

Unfortunately, some Disney Guests think these rules don’t apply to them. Lately, Disney has been seeing many Disney Guests breaking rules. Disney World Guests have been spotted using the bathroom where they don’t belong, exposing themself in Parks, cussing out Cast Members, and much more.

Recently, at EPCOT, Disney Guests have been caught breaking Disney rules by jumping in the bushes to take photos with the topiaries. In a TikTok, a Guest climb in the bushes to get beside Ms. Piggy. This is a big no for Disney World. The topiaries Disney creates are for festivals and these take months to craft.

@magicalmaddieb
Maam, please dont touch miss piggy ☠️ we gettin’ wild on st paddy’s day. 😂 #epcot #disneyworld #disneyvlog #SeeHerGreatness #disneyparks #epcotworldshowcase #stpatricksday
♬ Irish Jig – Irish Pub Society

“This is why we can’t have nice things,” was a comment on TIkTok. If you see a Guest breaking the rules, find the nearest Cast Member and they will handle the situation. Cast Members are there to help the safety of other Guests. Guests that decide not to listen to Disney rules may get kicked out of the Parks, banned, or even arrested, depending on the severity of the situation.