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Foodie Guide to Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival 2024

Posted on February 15, 2024February 15, 2024 by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks

Guests are about to go on a foodie adventure across California, filled with bites, sips, and fun because the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival is just around the corner. From March 1 through April 22, 2024, Disney California Adventure park will be home to delicious flavors inspired by the Golden State. All throughout the resort, guests will be able to treat their taste buds to tasty delights and even attend cooking demonstrations!

This year, there are over 80 new items, so guests better bring their appetite! Among this menu lineup, guests can treat themselves with soon-to-be favorites like the S’mores Caramel Tart at California Craft Brews and IMPOSSIBLE Chicken Parm Bites at Earth Eats. But no need to worry. There are plenty of returning California staples back to fill guest’s bellies, like the Grilled Top Sirloin at Garlic Kissed and Mickey-shaped Macaron made with SNICKERS bar pieces at Nuts About Cheese.

If guests want an enhanced feasting experience, they should consider the Sip and Savor Pass, a special, commemorative credential that lets them sample different food and non-alcoholic beverage items at participating locations anytime throughout the festival. New this year, the pass is available in either a four-coupon or eight-coupon version, giving guests options for just the right amount. Both are available for purchase at various locations throughout Disney California Adventure park.

If guests are in the mood for even more foodie fun, there are various bookable culinary experiences offered at the resort for an additional cost! Venture over to the Disneyland Hotel for the Trader Sam’s Tiki Mixology Seminar where guests will learn to make one of their legendary libations, and even get a souvenir mug to take home with them. Hearthstone Lounge will play host to A Walk on the Silverado Trail filled with delicious bites and beverages, including some of the finest California wines at the hotel. Be sure to check out availability for these exciting experiences and even more offered throughout the resort this year!

There’s so much to do (and taste) at the festival this year! Let’s waste no more time and explore the full list of items coming to the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival in the official Foodie Guide!

Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Marketplaces

California Craft Brews (Available March 1 through April 22)

Cheeseburger Bao with Thousand Island dressing, grilled onions, pickle, and tomato relish (New)
S’mores Caramel Tart: Graham cracker tart shell filled with caramel and chocolate ganache topped with a toasted marshmallow (New)
Frozen Mangonada Beer Slush: Brewery X Baja Boi, mango purée, rock melon syrup, grapefruit juice, and mango-chamoy glaze (New)
Brewery X Baja Boi Mexican Lager with salt and lime (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime) (New)
La Bodega Brewing Company Pay the Pieper Double IPA (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime) (New)
Eagle Rock Brewery Golden Ale (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime) (New)
Unsung Brewing Co. Intracore IPA (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime) (New)
Bottle Logic Brewing Watermelon Lemonade Seltzer (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime) (New)
Crowns & Hops Inglewood Sun West Coast IPA (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime) (New)
Left Coast Brewing Co. Del Mar St. Dortmunder-style Export Lager (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime) (New)
Full Circle Brewing Company Peachy Vibes Wheat Ale (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime) (New)
Mission Brewing Foggy Shores Hefeweizen (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime)(New)
Russian River Brewing Blind Pig IPA (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime) (New)
Stone Brewing Stone Ruination Double IPA (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime) (New)
Delahunt Brewing Co. Salvatore Italian Pilsner (Michelada version available with chile-lime seasoning and a lime) (New)
Cal-IPA Beer Flight (New)
Spring Favorites Beer Flight (New)
West Coast Beer Flight (New)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Jade Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)

Cluck-A-Doodle-Moo (Available March 1 through April 22)

Cheese Pizza-flavored Wings with ranch dip (New)
BBQ Beef Brisket Slider with smoked white cheddar and dill pickles on salt and pepper brioche
Kiwi-Apple Lemonade: Minute Maid Lemonade, apple juice, and kiwi and Granny Smith apple syrups garnished with a purple orchid (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New)
Tangerine Tiki Cocktail: Dark rum, vanilla-citrus liqueur, tangerine and lime juices, and honey syrup garnished with a dried red pineapple wheel (New)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Jade Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)

D• (Available March 1 through April 22)

Carbonara Garlic Mac & Cheese featuring Nueske’s Peppered Bacon
Olive Oil Cake glazed with lemon curd, topped with vanilla bean Chantilly, and finished with fresh candied lemons, strawberry crunch, and lemon-lime gelée (New)
Huckleberry-Citrus Cooler: Gold Peak Black Tea, huckleberry and agave syrups, grapefruit soda, and lemon and orange juices garnished with an orange wedge (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Jade Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)

Earth Eats

IMPOSSIBLE Chicken Parm Bites with tomato and cheese sauces and grated parmesan (New)
IMPOSSIBLE Beef Stroganoff: Egg noodles tossed in a mushroom cream sauce with IMPOSSIBLE beef and sour cream (New)
Watermelon Cucumber Mojito: White rum, watermelon liqueur, mojito and cucumber syrups, watermelon purée, and lime juice topped with Topo Chico and garnished with a watermelon spear with Tajín twist
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Jade Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)

Garlic Kissed (Available March 1 through April 22)

Grilled Top Sirloin with roasted garlic-gruyère smashed potatoes and black garlic chimichurri
Guava-Lychee Mule: Vodka, guava nectar, ginger and lychee syrups, and lemon juice topped with guava cider and garnished with a lemon wheel
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Jade Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)

Golden Dreams (Available March 1 through April 22)

Frozen Old Fashioned: Non-alcoholic bourbon-flavored ice cream, bitters crema, orange zest glaze, and cherry spheres (New)
Fig Matcha Latte: Matcha, soy milk, and coconut and simple syrups topped with a fig oat sweet cream and garnished with matcha powder (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New)
Blueberry Pancake Cold Brew: Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. Mexico Origin Coffee, maple syrup, brown butter and demerara syrups, and oat milk with a blueberry sweet cream garnished with cinnamon-flavored cereal crumble (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Peach Cobbler Cocktail: Moonshine, peach and amaretto liqueur, peach nectar, condensed milk, vanilla and cinnamon syrups, and lemon juice garnished with frozen peaches (New)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Jade Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)

LA Style

Carnitas-style Pork Belly with esquites corn mac salad featuring Tajín Habanero (New)
Baja-style Fish Taco with cabbage slaw, cilantro-lime crema and pico de gallo (New) (Plant-based)
Spicy Strawberry Cocktail: Gin, strawberry and tamarind purées, strawberry syrup, pineapple juice, chile spices, and Tajín chamoy garnished with a Tamarindo straw (New)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Jade Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)

Nuts About Cheese (Available March 1 through April 22)

BBQ Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese with crispy dill pickle onions (New)
Mickey-shaped Macaron made with SNICKERS bar pieces: Chocolate Mickey-shaped macaron filled with caramel ganache and made with SNICKERS bar pieces
PB&J Whiskey Shake: Peanut butter whiskey, raspberry liqueur, vanilla ice cream, Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. Mexico Origin Coffee, and peanut butter & raspberry syrups, garnished with a raspberry (New)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Jade Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)

Peppers Cali-Ente (Available March 1 through April 22)

Shrimp Papas Locas: Cheddar-bacon potatoes with jalapeño cheese sauce and chipotle shrimp (New)
Chile Relleno Empanada with Arbol pepper salsa and Oaxaca and Cotija cheeses
Cantarito-Style Paloma: Reposado tequila, habanero-infused pineapple juice, lime juice, rock melon syrup, and Fresca garnished with a pineapple wheel and Tajín Clásico
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Jade Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)

Uncork California (Available March 1 through April 22)

Raspberry Almond Cake: Almond cake with raspberry mousse and fresh raspberries (New)
Chrysanthemum Mimosa: Prosecco with lemonade and rock melon and chrysanthemum syrups (New)
Hibiscus-Rose Mimosa: Prosecco with hibiscus tea and rose syrup (New)
Apricot-Lavender Mimosa: Prosecco with apricot purée and lavender syrup (New)
Rosé Margarita: Blanco tequila, rosé, lemon juice, white peach and agave syrups, and cantaloupe purée garnished with a lemon wheel (New)
Scharffenberger Cellars Brut Excellence (New)
Rodney Strong Chalk Hill Chardonnay (New)
Conundrum White Blend (New)
Daou Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (New)
Cline Old Vine Zinfandel (New)
Fess Parker Frontier Red Blend (New)
Robert Mondavi Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (New)
White Wine Flight (New)
Red Wine Flight (New)
Springtime Bouquet Mimosa Flight (New)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Jade Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last)

Other Locations Throughout Disney California Adventure Park

Award Wieners (Available March 1 through April 23; mobile order available)

Brewery X Sangria Hard Seltzer

Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta (Available March 1 through April 22)

BBQ Chicken Pizza: BBQ-spiced chicken, house-made BBQ Sauce, red onion, and chopped cilantro (Available by the slice or a whole pie) (New)
No-Bake Peanut Butter-Salted Pretzel Cheesecake with a cookies and cream crust topped with chocolate-coated salted pretzels and chocolate ganache (New)

Cappuccino Cart (Available March 1 through April 22; mobile order available)

Chocolate-Espresso Loaf: Chocolate-espresso cake filled with chocolate mousse and topped with dark chocolate ganache and chocolate and white chocolate curls (New)
Honeydew Milk Tea with coconut-lychee jelly topped with a creamy citrus foam (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New)

Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream (Available March 1 through April 22; mobile order available)

Butter Cake à la Mode: Butter cake topped with vanilla ice cream, strawberries, and whipped cream (New)

Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill (Available March 1 through April 22; mobile order available)

Strawberry Horchata: House-made rice and cinnamon beverage with strawberry sauce (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Strawberry Horchata with Spice Rum: House-made rice and cinnamon beverage with strawberry sauce and spiced rum

Hollywood Lounge (Available March 1 through April 30; mobile order available)

Chicken Lollipop: Beer-brined chicken with poblano mashed potatoes, caramelized fennel, and fried carrots (New)
Kiwi Tequila Mule: Tequila, lime juice, and kiwi syrup topped with ginger beer (New)
Prickly Pear Vodka Mule: Vodka, lime juice, and prickly pear syrup topped with ginger beer (New)
Whiskey Mule: Whiskey, lime juice, and simple syrup topped with ginger beer and a mint sprig (New)
Passion Fruit Mojito: Light rum, passion fruit syrup, and limeade topped with soda water and garnished with a mint sprig (New)
Duckhorn Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (New)
Listel Grain de Gris Rosé (New)
Kunde Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon (New)
Mule Flight (New)

Lamplight Lounge (Available March 1 through April 22)

Turf and a Little Bit of Surf: Filet mignon, aromatic cauliflower purée, soy-glazed potatoes, grilled asparagus, mushrooms, and black garlic-red wine reduction served with a side of shrimp toast (New)
Strawberry-Lychee Shortcake Donuts: Lychee-glazed donuts with strawberry shortcake crumbles served with vanilla bean ice cream and lychee dip (New)

Mendocino Terrace (Available March 1 through April 28; mobile order available)

GoGi “Goldie” Chardonnay (New)
Château Margüi Rosé 1784 (New)
Silverado Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (New)
Disney Family Wine Flight (New)

Pym Tasting Lab (Available March 1 through April 22)

Pint-sized Pints Mini Flight (New)

Paradise Beer Garden (Available Feb. 29 through April 22)

Stereo Brewing Company Perfect Day IPA
Bottle Logic Brewing Fuzzy Logic IPA (New)
Mother Earth Brew Co. Cali Creamin’ Peaches & Cream Ale (New)
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Liquid Hoppiness IPA (New)
Noble Ale Works Naughty Sauce Stout (New)
Victory Brewing Company Golden Monkey (New)
Chapman Crafted Beer Social Butterfly Wheat Ale (New)
Golden Road Brewing Ride On Tropical IPA
2 Town Ciderhouse Strawberry Lemonade Cider (New)
Fun & Fruity Flight (New)
Build Your Own Flight (New)

Paradise Garden Grill (Available Feb. 29 through April 22; mobile order available)

Sisig Burrito: Seasoned pork, onions, serrano peppers, garlic fried rice, scrambled egg, and marinated tomatoes with a side of chicharrones and vinegar dipping sauce (New)
Chicken Musakhan: Roasted spiced half chicken and sumac stewed onions on flatbread with a Mediterranean salad and a garlic yogurt dipping sauce (New)
Tacos Gobernador: Chipotle-marinated shrimp tacos with pepper jack served with Spanish rice and refried beans
Loaded Baked Potato: Seasoned steak tips and BBQ baked beans topped with cheese sauce, tangy slaw, and green onions (New) (Plant-based)
Cheese Quesadilla (Disney Check Meal)

Pistachio Cheesecake: New York-style pistachio cheesecake (New)
Pineapple-Melon Cocktail: Melon Liqueur, pineapple juice, and a splash of citrus (New)

Smokejumpers Grill (Available March 1 through April 22; mobile order available)

Pastrami Fries: Crinkle-cut fries topped with cheese sauce, pastrami, Smokejumpers Grill sauce, and pickles (New)

Sonoma Terrace (Available March 1 through April 28; mobile order available)

Charcuterie Flatbread: Chef’s selection of deli and cured meats, mozzarella, caramelized onions, and chopped pepperoncini served with pepperoncini dip (New)

Studio Catering Co. (Available March 1 through April 22; mobile order available)

Chicken Lollipop: Beer-brined chicken with poblano mashed potatoes, caramelized fennel, and fried carrots (New)

Select Outdoor Vending Locations (Available Feb. 29 through April 22)

Loaded Carnitas Pretzel Bites with cheese sauce, salsa verde, cilantro, and onion (New)
Modelo Especial
Unsung Brewing Co MetaPlex IPA
Cantaritos By Jarritos Mandarin Hard Soda (New)

Churros at Hollywood Land (Available March 1 through April 22)

Cannoli Churro: Churro rolled in cinnamon-sugar topped with cannoli cream, chocolate chips, and puff pastry (New)

Churros near Goofy’s Sky School (Available March 1 through April 22)

Spice Shortbread Churro: Spiced shortbread sugar with cookie butter drizzle (New)

Señor Buzz Churros (Available March 1 through April 22)

Unforgettable Bing Bong Churro: Shortbread cookie sugar and strawberry jelly with sprinkled icing (New)

Willie’s Churros (Available March 1 through April 22)

Butterscotch Banana Churro: Churro rolled in banana sugar topped with butterscotch icing, butterscotch drops, and banana chip crumble (New)

Novelties Available Throughout the Disneyland Resort

Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last); Available at the following locations:
- Disney California Adventure park: Hollywood Lounge, Mendocino Terrace, and Sonoma Terrace
Food & Wine Festival Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Jade Glass (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last); Available at the following locations:
- Disney California Adventure park: Hollywood Lounge, Mendocino Terrace, and Sonoma Terrace

Hotels of the Disneyland Resort

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

Hearthstone Lounge (Available April 19)

“A Walk on the Silverado Trail” Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Food & Wine Experience:
Hosted amongst the notable collection of historical California art at the venerable Hearthstone Lounge, sip a curated selection of the Silverado Trail’s exquisite wines delightfully paired with plates specially crafted by the talented hotel culinary team. Meet the chefs and sommeliers of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa as well as experts from the wine industry in an indoor-outdoor culinary experience. (Age 21 and older)

Disneyland Hotel

Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar (Available March 11 and 25 and April 8 and 22)

Mixology Class at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Lounge: Guests can learn to make a classic tiki libation in the legendary Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar. After enjoying their hand-crafted cocktail, they can indulge in tray passed hors d’oeuvres while enjoying the sounds of the island at the outdoor fireplace. Guests can take home a Trader Sam’s fan favorite tiki mug as a souvenir of their adventure. (Age 21 and older)

Downtown Disney District

Ballast Point Brewing Co. (Available March 1 through April 22)

Calabrian Chili Glazed Salmon: 6 oz. pan roasted salmon covered in a Calabrian chili glaze served over a carrot and parsnip purée and miso-marinated bok choy (New)
Blood Orange Arugula Salad: Arugula tossed in a blood orange vinaigrette and topped with goat cheese, croutons, crispy prosciutto, and blood orange segments (New)

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes (Available March 1 through April 22)

BT Fish & Chips Sandwich: Battered cod, Down East Tartar Sauce, malt vinegar and black pepper spice, black pepper fries, and lemon and dill slaw (New)

Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio (Available March 1 through April 22)

Grilled Mexican Seabass: Gulf shrimp and heirloom tomato salad, Tasso potato cake, and yellow bell pepper emulsion paired with Nobilo Sauvignon Blanc (New)

Naples Ristorante e Bar (Available March 1 through April 22)

Vesuvio: Hand-tossed dough, pizza sauce, fresh mozzarella, spicy salami, and capers drizzled with California hot honey (New)
Wine Flight: Choose three 3 oz. pours from a selection of California and Italian wines

Salt & Straw (Available March 1 through April 22)

Pink Rose & Watermelon Sorbet: A ripe watermelon and rosé sorbet drizzled in for a crisp tartness that carefully balances the sweetness of the wine

Splitsville Luxury Lanes (Available March 1 through April 22)

Filet Sliders: Two filet sliders topped with crispy onions and horseradish cream paired with shoestring fries (New)

What a line up on the way. There’s clearly so much to see and taste at the festival this year!

There’s no limit to the delicious adventures guests can have at Disney Parks, particularly during a festival.

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

1900 Park Fare Reopens April 10 at Disney’s Grand Floridian

Posted on February 12, 2024February 12, 2024 by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks, Disney Resorts

1900 Park Fare is re-opening at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa on April 10. This iconic restaurant will feature returning guest favorites along with a newly refurbished dining room and other special touches.

Here are five things guests can look forward to when they visit:

Wish Upon a Star with Favorite Disney Characters

Because meals are best enjoyed alongside friends, a few familiar faces will stop by throughout breakfast and dinner –some for the first time at this location! In this refreshed character dining experience, guests will be joined by Aladdin in his Prince Ali look, Cinderella, Mirabel and Tiana in her new look for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure as they celebrate the power of a wish.

Enjoy a Feast Fit for Royalty

An enchanting buffet will be served for breakfast and dinner, featuring some guest favorites — yes, that includes the strawberry soup! — along with new menu offerings dreamed up by our talented chefs to pay tribute to some of the characters and stories guests will encounter throughout the restaurant.

Look for Nods to the Restaurant’s Heritage

Fans of 1900 Park Fare will remember Big Bertha, an antique organ that has called the resort home since 1988. Guests can look for her in the Main Dining Room, where she’s on display as its grand centerpiece!

Just like before, carousel theming is woven throughout the restaurant — starting with the impressive new mural shown above, which will serve as the focal point of the restaurant’s entrance. In one of the adjoining dining rooms, guests will find drawings of carousel animals inspired by classic Disney films like “Alice in Wonderland” and “The Little Mermaid.”

Delight in Exclusive New Artwork

The artistic touches continue throughout the Main Dining Room, where guests will find twelve new portraits created exclusively for the restaurant by Disney artists. Each one, inspired by the impressionist art style of the late 19^th and early 20^th centuries, features a different Disney character as they hope, dream and wish upon a star (or even a magic lamp or a wishing well).

Celebrate Traditions and Create New Ones

Over the years, 1900 Park Fare has been the backdrop of so many of our guests’ favorite vacation memories. At the heart of this unique restaurant is the magic and whimsy of turn-of-the-century gardens and fairgrounds, where people of all ages came together to enjoy each other’s company. The spirit of those carefree days spent outdoors is brought to life with each detail big and small, making it the perfect place for guests to create new memories with loved ones.

Reservations for 1900 Park Fare open on March 5 at DisneyWorld.com

While guests are there, they can explore other ways the resort has been receiving some grand touches that build upon its Victorian elegance with additional storybook charm. While staying in one of the newly refurbished Guest rooms, guests can also dine underneath the lovely London sky at Cítricos, inspired by “Mary Poppins Returns” or enjoy some shimmering sips at Enchanted Rose Lounge, inspired by “Beauty and the Beast.” Recently refreshed spaces at Narcoossee’s and Victoria & Albert’s, the culinary crown jewel of Walt Disney World Resort, provide even more ways to be our Guest and enjoy all that Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has to offer.

There’s even more to come as we continue to refresh and enhance Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, and we can’t wait to share more with guests in the future.

8 Ways to “Celebrate Soulfully” at Walt Disney World Resort

Posted on January 29, 2024January 29, 2024 by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Dining, Disney Parks, Disney Resorts, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom

Walt Disney World Resort is thrilled to “Celebrate Soulfully” during Black History Month in February with vibrant art, soul stirring music, savory soul food and a limited-edition pin, embracing the richness of Black heritage.

Through the talents of wonderful Cast Members and collaborations with a myriad of Black-owned businesses, guests can “Celebrate Soulfully” across the resort throughout the year, but especially during Black History Month. Explore some ways to honor Black culture, heritage and contributions at Walt Disney World Resort this February.

Ring in the Celebration with Michael James Scott as the Honorary Parade Grand Marshal

Broadway performer and Orlando native Michael James Scott, well known for his portrayal of Genie in the hit Broadway musical, “Aladdin,” will be the honorary grand marshal for the “Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade” at Magic Kingdom Park on Feb. 6. His appearance helps kick off our month-long celebration of Black heritage and culture. Guests can catch Michael James Scott along the parade route all the way down to Main Street, U.S.A., around 3 p.m. ET.*

Collect the New Princess Tiana Tiara Pin

With the theme of dreams coming true, and just in time for Black History Month, a new Princess Tiana tiara pin is available at locations around Disney theme parks and soon on shopDisney.com. The limited-release pin was designed by Brittany L. Smith, a senior production designer with Walt Disney Imagineering. The pin is inspired by Brittany’s interpretation of the tiara-topped water tower featured in Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Smith is also a designer for Tiana’s Audio-Animatronics character in Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, which opens at Magic Kingdom Park and Disneyland Park this year.

Celebrate the Arts at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

Guests can check out the artistic designs of three Black artists participating in EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, which is a grand celebration of artistic expression in all forms. The three Black artists are taking part on various days through Feb. 19.

Ryan Riller (Feb. 12-19)
Yesenia Moises (Feb.13-19)
Larissa Marantz (Feb. 14-19)

Also, guests can’t miss the performances by the following Black artists lighting up the stage at America Gardens Theatre during the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series on select nights during the festival:**

Steven Taylor (“The Lion King” – Jan. 26, 28 and 29, Feb. 1, 3, 5 and 6)
Kissy Simmons (“The Lion King” – Jan. 27, 30 and 31, Feb. 2, 4, 7 and 8)
Bradley Gibson (“The Lion King” – Feb. 10, 13, 14, 16, 17 and 19)
Michael James Scott (“Aladdin” – Feb. 9, 11, 12, 15, 18 and 19)

Explore Artistic Expressions at Disney Springs Art Walk

Guests can head over to Disney Springs for food, music, shopping– and some colorful artwork by several Black artists. Guests should take a stroll past the Disney Springs Art Walk where they will find murals painted by Black artists such as Ernest Shaw, Nneka Jones and Nardstar.

Check out the African Art exhibit in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

A new African art installation is coming to the Pizzafari gate at Disney’s Animal Kingdom beginning February 1. Featured artwork from internationally renowned Nigerian-American artist Victor Ekpuk explores historical narratives and contemporary African diaspora.

Be Inspired by the work of Floyd Norman, Disney’s First Black Animator

Floyd Norman, Disney’s first credited Black animator, helped animate characters Kaa and Shere Khan from “The Jungle Book.” At Conservation Station’s Animation Experience in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, guests will receive step-by-step guidance on how to illustrate their own version of the popular Disney Animation and Pixar Animation Studios characters that Norman helped to animate as well as others such as Bruce from “Finding Nemo;” Tick-Tock from “Peter Pan;” or Scar from “The Lion King.”

Indulge in “Cooking with Soul” Cuisine

Across Walt Disney World resorts, guests can expect to see “Cooking with Soul” items on restaurant menus. They will find classic comfort food prepared by a diverse group of Walt Disney World chefs.

Mini Red Velvet Cake: Red velvet cake with cream cheese buttercream (New);

Available at:

Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Riverside Mill Food Court at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

Tiana’s Petit Cake: Vanilla chiffon cake, lemon Chantilly, and fresh strawberries topped with a fondant flower and a Tiana chocolate piece (New)

Available at:

Main Street Bakery in Magic Kingdom (Available Feb. 1 through March 1)

Shrimp and Grits: Roasted corn and goat cheese, peri-peri shrimp, and green tomato-apple chutney(Currently Available)

Available at:

Tiffins Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Griot and Pikliz: Epis-marinated fried pork shoulder, fried green plantain, and pikliz (New)

Available at:

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar in Disney Springs (Available Feb. 1 through 29)

Check out the Foodie Guide for the full list of Cooking with Soul items found across Walt Disney World.

Make Magical Memories with Ariel, Tiana and Asha

Throughout February and beyond guests can interact with a variety of popular and diverse characters such as Tiana at Magic Kingdom, Ariel from the live-action story at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Asha at EPCOT.

With every beat, every flavor and every smile, guests are sure to enjoy “Celebrating Soulfully” at Walt Disney World Resort!

EIGHT New Dining Venues Coming To ONE Disney Park Later This Year!

Posted on January 24, 2024January 24, 2024 by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks

Eight (yes, eight!) new restaurants are coming to one Disney Parks Resort, expanding the resort’s selection of dining venues and bringing a new palette of flavors to guests.

On Monday, Disney Parks shared some exciting news about new dining venues coming to Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, and the best part of the announcement is that there are EIGHT (yes, eight!) new dining venues set to open later this year!

Disneyland Resort is already home to dozens of fan-favorite dining venues, including Cafe Orleans, Uva Bar and Cafe, Splitsville, Blue Bayou at New Orleans Square, Tiana’s Palace, Goofy’s Kitchen, Steakhouse 55, Jolly Holiday Bakery on Main Street, Mint Julep Bar, Trader Sam’s, La Brea, Catal Restaurant, and many others. But this year, the resort will debut eight new venues sure to fit any taste and preference.

Parkside Market will open soon as part of the expansion on the west end of the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. Parkside is a curated collection of four different culinary concepts created by Levy Restaurants. All four will be under one roof.

The venues include:

Seoul Sister, a casual modern venue serving Korean-forward food based on Korean rice bowls (also known as bibimbap)
Sip & Sonder, an exciting venue serving lattes, fresh treats, frozen drinks, and Caribbean-inspired bites
GG’s Chicken Shop, serving fresh chicken sandwiches, salads, and classic dinner table sides
A second-story bar, offering guests great views of the district below and a relaxing spot to enjoy craft cocktails, mocktails, and appetizers.

As Disney Parks has previously shared, an all-new Earl of Sandwich location will also open later this year. The venue has been relocated from its previous spot.

The brand-new, two-story location will feature a quick-service Earl of Sandwich shop on the ground level and a table-service gastropub on the upper level.

While guests wait for the arrival of the sandwich shop, they can watch for a temporary pop-up location near the Star Wars Trading Post. The pop-up location will offer select Earl of Sandwich specialties available for pick-up, including The Original 1762, The Full Montagu, and the Holiday Turkey, as well as salads and sweets, among other items.

Coming to the center of the district later this spring is a trio of venues: the new Paseo and Céntrico and announcing Tiendita! Featuring menus created by Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, the Paseo upstairs dining room and the first-floor Céntrico courtyard bar and restaurant will offer guests a selection of delicious upscale Mexican cuisine and tequila-based cocktails.

Tiendita will be a quick-service venue where guests will be able to order from a Michelin-starred chef-inspired menu that features Mexican heritage flavors in Mexican street-food staples that everyone will enjoy on the go.

This list of new restaurants at Disneyland has 2024 looking delicious already!

Beloved Disney World Restaurant Reopening After 4 Year Closure!

Posted on January 23, 2024January 23, 2024 by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks, Disney Resorts

Via DisDining.com

In March 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic was sweeping across the world, and millions of people were forced to stay in their homes. Businesses were forced to shut their doors, including Disney theme parks. Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida was only closed for about four months. Disneyland Resort, in Anaheim, California, on the other hand, was closed for more than a year.

When the theme parks finally reopened, things were very different. The parks had strict capacity limits, masks were required at all times, and there were no buffet-style restaurants or character dining. There were also no character meet and greets. It was a vastly different Disney experience than the one guests had been used to.

It’s been just about four years since the world, as we knew it, changed drastically. However, things at Disney have largely returned to the way they were before the pandemic. The parks seem to be more crowded than ever, character meet and greets are drawing large crowds, and dining is almost completely back to normal.

With one glaring exception.

Walt Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa was known for one really great character dining experience — 1900 Park Fare. 1900 Park Fare was a character dining experience that was open for breakfast and dinner. Guests enjoying breakfast were able to see characters like Mary Poppins, Pooh, Tigger, Alice, and the Mad Hatter.

Dinner was Cinderella-themed, so guests would be able to interact with Cinderella and Prince Charming. The highlight, though, was definitely Lady Tremaine (Cinderella’s wicked stepmother), and Cinderella’s stepsisters, Anastasia and Drizella.

1900 Park Fare has been closed for almost four years, having never reopened after the pandemic. But that will reportedly soon change!

The cast members we spoke to confirmed that 1900 Park Fare will reopen THIS YEAR! The cast members also confirmed that, when the restaurant finally does reopen, it will have the character dining that guests have grown to love.

At this time, we do not have an official opening date. Construction can still be heard happening behind closed doors, but it is exciting to know that the delicious dining spot will be back soon and better than ever!