The Orange County, California coroner has released details about a female Guest who fell, resulting in a death at Disneyland on Saturday evening.
Just before 7:00 p.m. local time on Saturday evening, officers with the Anaheim Police Department responded to reports of a female falling from the Mickey and Friends parking structure at the Disneyland Resort. When they arrived, they discovered a woman lying on the ground, and emergency personnel were on the scene to provide emergency treatment to the woman as she was readied for transport the a local hospital.
She succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased after she arrived at the hospital. Her identity was unknown at the time, and no other details were shared as officers began their investigation to determine the events that led up to her fall. Late on Sunday evening, however, the Orange County Coroner’s office released information after identifying the woman.
Per the coroner’s office, the female was identified as 46-year-old Marney Schoenfeld from Scottsdale, Arizona. Though details surrounding this tragedy continue to be under investigation, Orange County Sheriff Sgt. Scott Steinle said Schoenfeld “jumped or fell” from the Mickey and Friends parking structure at Disneyland on Saturday.
Randy Schoenfeld, Schoenfeld’s husband and an Arizona real estate agent, said his wife’s death has been “excruciating” for him.
“She was a loving mother to her daughter, Sydney,” Randy said in an email. “She was a caring wife to me. She was a talented hairstylist of 23 years, and her clients loved her.”
The Mickey and Friends parking structure is a seven-story building that feature parking spaces accessible to Guests of Downtown Disney, Disneyland Park, and Disney California Adventure at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, and Schoenfeld’s death is the second one to occur in just over two months at the parking structure.
In early December, Anaheim police officers responded to reports of a man falling from the structure. Shortly thereafter, the man was identified as Christopher Christensen, a 51-year-old elementary school principal from Huntington Beach, California, who posted a letter to his Facebook account shortly before the tragedy. Per the Anaheim Police Department’s investigation–as well as the letter penned by Christensen online–his death was ruled a suicide as he had jumped from atop the structure to his death.
At this time, there is no information that suggests Schoenfeld’s death was a suicide, and the investigation is ongoing.
We hope everyone is ready because we’ve got some exciting news to share fresh off the shore of Seven Seas Lagoon. On April 1, 2023, Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will once again welcome guests for culinary delights in its newly reimagined space. This signature dining restaurant with its spectacular panoramic views, is a staple of the resort, with its waterside location, and over the past several months has seen enhanced interior revamp as well as a refreshed menu crafted by Chef Noah Estabrook and Pastry Chef Kristine Farmer in a perfect balance of updated classics and new epicurean delights.
The new space incorporates the concept of “land and sea” and that’s exactly what the culinary teams drew inspiration from when developing the new menu. Upon sitting down for a meal, guests will be greeted with a recipe created by Chef Kristine specially for this location – an Artisan Boule of Sourdough made with a perfectly toasty crust and baked daily in the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa bakery.
As guests enter their first course, they’ll continue to be met with masterfully crafted dishes. For years, the Bisque has been a mainstay on the menu, so flavor connoisseurs will be thrilled to see it return, but now with an enhanced tableside presentation. The culinary team has also created two new starters. First up, the Beef and Ricotta Tortelloni accompanied by luscious brown butter, parsnip puree, and sultanta raisins.
Next, the Ocean-inspired Charcuterie Board is a fresh take on a classic featuring ahi tuna pastrami, charred octopus, and house-made sausage from the sea. This plate is a true collaboration, with each component representing the style of a different chef on the Narcoossee’s team.
Moving on to the main course of the dining experience, the team has sourced sustainable seafood from both local waters and around the globe, including with Chef Noah’s signature dish, the Blackened Redfish. This meal is served with a crispy chorizo-sunchoke hash with hominy, Florida sweet corn, and red pepper rouille. What makes this fish a standout is the secret blend of blackened spice which has been passed down from chef to chef of the location, with each culinary mastermind finding their own unique way to feature it on the menu.
Plant-based diners will be delighted with the Roasted Vegetable Paella featuring market vegetables, cannellini beans, and preserved artichoke finished with charred Meyer lemon. Those looking for land-based fare will savor in the new Dry-Aged Pork Ribeye Chop served with creamy goat cheese-potato pave and turnips with onion jam and a touch of fig jus.
Of course, chef has kept Narcoossee’s Guest favorites like the Plancha-seared Scallops with Parisian Gnocchi and Surf and Turf featuring tender filet mignon and butter-poached lobster tail on the menu for new and returning guests to indulge in.
The dessert course also features a favorite that has garnered near legendary status over the years amongst diners of Narcoossee’s – Chef Kristine’s incredible Almond-crusted Cheesecake with Lambert cherry sauce and Chantilly cream.
When developing the new additions to the dessert menu, the pastry team was inspired by bright flavors that really complement the overall experience. The Berry Pavlova, for instance, is artfully crafted with Florida fresh berries and citrus delicately placed over meringue and yuzu crémeux and finished with a tableside pour of anglaise. The Pineapple Bavarois is truly a work of art with a roasted-pineapple center and house-made blackberry-buttermilk ice cream. These dishes make for a perfect and sweet finish to a memorable evening.
This waterfront hideaway is the ideal spot to wind down with a fabulous cocktail or zero-proof beverage. The wine list has been refreshed to reflect a diverse portfolio of varietals, with Proprietor Matt Cristi and the sommeliers on his team available to help guests create the perfect pairing for each dish. Our team of mixologists have also thoughtfully curated a new cocktail program, inspired by the Victorian era. A must-try is the signature Empress Lime Gimlet, a modern twist on a classic gimlet with Empress Gin, Rockey’s Botanical Liqueur, and cold-pressed lime.
The reopening of Narcoossee’s comes as part of the multi-year transformation of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, honoring its rich history at the Walt Disney World Resort while enhancing its iconic Victorian charm and elegance. Reservations will open for this grand return on March 1, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back starting April 1 to this enhanced experience destined to become a new favorite!
(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)
Disney and the Union that represents most Cast Members (STCU) have been at odds since last October. The Union argues that Cast Members deserve $20 per hour. Disney has said “ok, but not yet” and offered a raise of $1 per hour each year until they get to $20 per hour. The Union, which represents more than 32,000 Cast Members, has expressed its displeasure in the offer but the final decision ultimately rested in the hands of the Cast Members they represent.
It seems as though they spoken. In a recent vote, Disney Cast Members have overwhelmingly (96%) rejected Disney’s latest offer. Matt Hollis, president of the Service Trades Council Union, said “Disney can do better and must do better.” Currently starting pay for Disney workers is $15 per hour, $4 above Florida’s minimum wage.
Disney responded to the vote in question statement saying, “it was a strong offer that would provide more than 30,000 employees a nearly 10 percent on average raise immediately, as well as retroactive increased pay in their paychecks, and we are disappointed that those increases will now be delayed.” Disney made an operating profit of $12 billion dollars last year.
The Unions argue Disney should have offered a $3 per hour increase, raising most wages to $18 per hour with a $1 per hour increase annually over the next two years. The STCU has already successfully negotiated this same deal for employees at the Orange County Convention Center.
Negotiations between Disney and the Union will resume again soon. Until then, many have worried that the Cast Members could decide to strike in order to force Disney’s hand. This is unlikely. Since the Union contract expired in October, the contract between the Union and Walt Disney World has been month to month with specific clauses that prevent striking. To do so would be breach of contract and possibly result in job loss and stall negotiations.
The Union could decide not to renew their month to month agreement in order to strike but this is also unlikely. Even if they did do this, members of the union (Disney Cast Members) would still need to vote to approve a strike. It seems unlikely many Cast Members would vote for a move that meant they’d go without pay for an extended period of time. It is possible though that a strike could happen. This would be catastrophic for Disney’s operations since the Union members encompass ride operators, costumed performers, housekeepers, restaurant and shop employees, bus drivers, as well as custodians.
Stay tuned. This is an ongoing story and we will be sure to bring you updates as they happen. We expect negotiations to resume within the month.
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and if you’ll be celebrating at Disney Parks, you’ll find no shortage of special treats available for a limited time.
Love is in the air – and treats will soon be in your stomachs – because Valentine’s Day is nearly here. The Disney chefs and mixologists are concocting love potions of their own this year with delicious flavors that will awaken your heart and taste buds.
Both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort are about to take you to cloud nine with the sweet and savory sips and eats being served up as Feb. 14 draws near. Embrace the season of love with delights like the wildly adorable Zebra Mousse Cake at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, the can’t-miss Beauty and the Beast Cake at Disney Springs, and, of course, the beautifully delicious Sweetheart Sundae at Disney California Adventure park.
I think it’s finally time to fall in love with flavor. Grab your loved ones, friends, or simply treat yourself with the Valentine’s Day goodies in this Disney Eats Foodie Guide!
Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resorts
Available at Various Resorts (Available through Feb. 28; mobile order available)
My (Plant-based) Sweetheart Chocolate cupcake with a love-ly swirl of vanilla buttercream and sprinkles (New) (Plant-based Item) (Wheat/ Gluten 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
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 through Feb. 14; mobile order available)
Be My Valentine Sweet Treat Bag: Sugar cookies with house-made vanilla and raspberry marshmallows (New)
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Boma – Flavors of Africa (Available Feb. 10 through 14)
Zebra Domes: The classic Amarula mousse and white chocolate dessert with the addition of a pink stripe
Jiko – The Cooking Place (Available Feb. 13 and 14 only)
Wild About Mousse: Madagascan milk chocolate mousse, pistachio sponge, marinated citrus, and candied almonds (New)
The Mara (Available Feb. 10 through 14; mobile order available)
Zebra Mousse Cake: Amarula mousse cake inspired by the flavors of the iconic Zebra Domes (New)
Sanaa (Available Feb. 13 and 14 only)
Bananas For Mousse: Banana cake, peanut butter mousse, banana jam, banana cream, candied almonds, and caramel (New)
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP Shopping & Dining (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available)
Chocolate Lover’s Delight: Chocolate cupcake with hazelnut filling, chocolate hazelnut buttercream, white chocolate heart décor, and sprinkles (New)
Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Beach Club Marketplace (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available)
Sweets For My Sweet: Layers of cream cheese mousse, strawberry filling, vanilla cake, and a crispy strawberry vanilla base with glaçage and white chocolate décor (New)
Beaches & Cream Soda Shop (Available through Feb. 28)
Strawberry Minnie Milkshake: Strawberry milkshake with strawberry purée, red sprinkles, and a Minnie Mouse vanilla cupcake (New)
Disney’s BoardWalk
BoardWalk Deli (Available through Feb. 14)
Strawberry Cheesecake Brownie: Strawberry cheesecake with chocolate cream and pink crisp pearls on a fudgy brownie (New)
Flying Fish (Available Feb. 14 only)
Cocoa Breach: Vanilla custard, chocolate bavarois, and feuilletine crunch with a heart-shaped overlay
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Centertown Market (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available)
Dessert Bites: Mini brownies, white chocolate-dipped strawberry, and raspberry ganache-filled tart with buttercream (New)
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
California Grill (Available Feb. 14 only)
Valrhona Ganache Torte: Whipped vanilla panna cotta, chocolate soil, strawberry gel, raspberry ganache macaron, and a chocolate-covered strawberry (New)
Contempo Café (Available Feb. 10 through 14; mobile order available)
Chocolate-covered Strawberry Cake: Chocolate cake filled with strawberry jam topped with strawberry buttercream and ganache
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
Barcelona Lounge (Available through Feb. 14)
Passion Éclair: Choux pastry filled with a tart passion fruit ganache and topped with swirls of strawberry ganache, crisp white chocolate pearls, and chocolate hearts (New)
Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago (Available Feb. 10 through 14)
Guava Cheesecake: Guava and lime cheesecake on a coconut lime crust with strawberry variations and sugared puff pastry hearts (New)
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Gasparilla Island Grill (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available)
Almond Cheesecake Heart: Heart-shaped almond cheesecake with chocolate sponge cake enrobed in dark chocolate (New)
Disney’s Old Key West Resort and Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Good’s Food to Go and The Artist’s Palette (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available)
Love Letter Cupcake: Chocolate cupcake, strawberry pastry cream, chocolate mousse, and buttercream
Disney’s Riviera Resort
Le Petit Café (Available Feb. 10 through 14)
Valentine’s Day Chocolate Box with a raspberry macaron, hazelnut praline truffles, and Riviera brownie
Topolino’s Terrace (Available Feb. 10 through 14)
Cupid’s Plated Dessert: Amaretto mousse, fruits rouge reduction, dark chocolate crumble, and raspberry sorbet (New)
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Kona Island (Available Feb. 9 through 14)
Stitch and Angel Date Night: The ‘perfect pair’ of vanilla cupcakes – one with chocolate and peanut butter mousse filling and the other with peanut butter mousse and jelly filling (New)
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter and Riverside
Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory and Riverside Mill Food Court (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available)
Dessert Bites: Mini brownies, white chocolate-dipped strawberry, and raspberry ganache-filled tart with buttercream (New)
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Roaring Fork (Available Feb. 10 through 14; mobile order available)
Love Bug Marshmallow: Strawberry marshmallow with a ganache center on a graham cracker cookie (New)
Honey Bee Mousse: White chocolate Earl Grey mousse with honey-lemon gelée center on almond cake (New) (Wheat/Gluten Friendly)
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
The Market at Ale & Compass (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available)
Sweets For My Sweet: Layers of cream cheese mousse, strawberry filling, vanilla cake, and a crispy strawberry vanilla base with glaçage and white chocolate décor (New)
Disney Springs
Amorette’s Patisserie (Available Feb. 10 through 14)
Valentine’s Entremet: Champagne strawberry mousse, strawberry pate de fruit, vanilla chiffon, and dark chocolate crunch (New)
Beauty and the Beast Cake: Almond chiffon, cherry jam, cream cheese filling, red wine dark chocolate mousse, white chocolate pretzels, and red wine simple syrup (New)
Raspberry Éclair: Raspberry panna cotta, raspberry jam, lemon curd, and raspberry crispies (New)
Strawberry Cheesecake: New York cheesecake, strawberry crunch, fresh strawberries, and meringue kisses (New)
Little Love Strawberries: Strawberries dipped in ruby chocolate, white chocolate, and strawberry chocolate (New)
The Ganachery
Sparkling Strawberry Square (Available through Feb. 14)
Valentine Marshmallow Pop (Available through Feb. 14)
Sweetheart Minnie Mouse Pinata (Available through Feb. 28)
Strawberry S’more (New) (Available through Feb. 14)
Sprinkles (Available through Feb. 19)
Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cupcake + Layer Cake: Chocolate chip-studded Belgian dark chocolate cake topped with luscious raspberry frosting
Heartthrob Red Velvet: Red velvet cake topped with cream cheese frosting finished with our exclusive blend from Fancy Sprinkles
I Love You Box: Four red velvet, four vanilla, and four raspberry chocolate chip cupcakes
XOXO Box: Three dark chocolate, three red velvet, three vanilla, and three raspberry chocolate chip cupcakes
Swirls on the Water (Available through Feb. 28)
Rosa Regale DOLE Whip Float: Rosa Regale Sparkling Red Wine, DOLE Whip strawberry, and a chocolate covered strawberry
Valentine’s Day Red Velvet Cone: Chocolate soft-served swirled with DOLE Whip strawberry served in a red velvet cone and topped with a chocolate-covered shortbread cookie (New)
Vivoli Il Gelato (Available through Feb. 28)
The Love Potion: Float with vanilla gelato, Fanta Strawberry, and whipped cream
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
Tiffins Restaurant (Available Feb. 14 only)
Chocolate Raspberry Martini and Flourless Cake Duo: Chocolate and raspberry martini served with a flourless chocolate cake, white chocolate cremeux, and raspberry pearls (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
EPCOT
Connections Café (Available Feb. 14 only)
Chocolate Liege Waffle (New)
Le Cellier (Available Feb. 14 only)
Chateaubriand for Two: 16-oz Chateaubriand with crab mac & cheese, grilled jumbo asparagus, béarnaise sauce and au poivre sauce
Valentine’s Day Dessert: Valrhona dark chocolate mousse, strawberry cake, strawberry gelato, and raspberry meringue
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
The Hollywood Brown Derby (Available Feb. 10 through 14)
Red Velvet White Chocolate Mousse: Red velvet white chocolate mousse atop a chocolate cookie
The Trolley Car Café (Available Feb. 10 through 14)
Red Velvet Whoopie Pie: Red velvet cake filled with cream cheese buttercream topped with strawberry buttercream
Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Park
Red Rose Taverne (Available through Feb. 28; mobile order available)
Love Stuff: Red shortbread cookie, red velvet cake, raspberry, cookies and cream mousse, and heart sprinkles
Stage Door Café (Available through Feb. 28; mobile order available)
Chocolate-Strawberry Funnel Cake: Funnel cake with chocolate drizzle, brownie crumbles, diced strawberries, and whipped topping (New)
Outdoor Carts in Frontierland(Available through Feb. 28)
Strawberry Cheesecake Pretzel: Strawberry & Graham Cracker-dusted Cream Cheese Pretzel
Strawberry Dipping Sauce
Strawberry Cookies & Crème Churro: Strawberry and Butter Cookie-dusted Churro with Vanilla Buttercream Drizzle and Strawberry Cookie Topping
Disney California Adventure Park
Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream (Available Feb. 10 through 14; mobile order available)
Sweetheart Sundae: Chocolate and strawberry ice cream topped with strawberry sauce, whipped cream, a chocolate-dipped strawberry, and valentine sprinkles served in a chocolate waffle cup (New)
Valentine’s Sprinkles (New)
Lamplight Lounge and Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining (Available Feb. 10 through 14)
A Toast to Love Flight: Three miniature cocktails featuring a spicy cocktail, a bitter cocktail, and a sweet cocktail
The Flame: Bacardi Raspberry Rum, peach schnapps, mango purée, raspberry purée, lime juice, Sprite, and firewater bitters with a chile-lime rim
The Ex: Absolut Citron Vodka, spicy bitters, blackberries, lemonade, agave nectar, and lemon juice
The Love That Lasts a Lifetime: Bacardi Raspberry Rum, St. George, orgeat, raspberry purée, pineapple juice and Sprite
Trolley Treats (Available through Feb. 16)
Oswald Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in chocolate and enrobed in dark chocolate with two long cereal treat ears dipped in dark chocolate and embellished with white and red chocolate.
Downtown Disney District
Ballast Point Brewing Co. (Available Feb. 14 only)
Tres Leches Rose Water Cake: Rose-milk-soaked shortcake topped with candied rose petal (New)
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes (Available Feb. 10 through 14)
Red Velvet Cake Shake: A red velvet cake batter shake with vanilla frosted rim with red and white sprinkles topped with a slice of red velvet cake, whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and a cherry
California Churro (Available through Feb. 19)
Chocolate-covered Strawberry Churro: Churro rolled in strawberry sugar, drizzled with chocolate
Catal Restaurant
Valentine’s Day Pre-Fix Menu: Lobster Bisque followed by choice of Jumbo Scallops or Pork Belly Cassoulet as your main entrée and finished off with a sweet choice of Chocolate Mousse Cake or Cheesecake for dessert (New) (Available Feb. 14 only)
Scarlett Kiss: Raspberry rum, lemon juice, simple, lemonade, soda water, fresh berries, and a splash of raspberry purée (New) (Available through Feb. 28)
Kayla’s Cake (Available through Feb. 14)
Valentine’s Day Gift Box: Six pre-selected macaron flavors of rose champagne, raspberry chocolate, strawberry cheesecake, red velvet, sea salt caramel, and Belgian dark chocolate
Naples Ristorante e Bar (Available Feb. 11 through 14)
Two Enchanted Centuria Martini: Tequila blanco, chilled espresso, Irish cream, and vanilla syrup topped with an edible flower and served with a special Valentine’s tiramisu dessert to share (New)
Tortilla Jo’s (Available Feb. 11 through 14)
Two Amor-ita Margaritas: Tequila, raspberry liqueur, organic margarita mix, and muddled raspberries served with a raspberry cheesecake to share (New)
Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen
Reef & Beef: Grilled jumbo shrimp and braised short ribs with creamy grits, green tomato chow-chow, and chili garlic butter sauce (Available Feb. 14 only)
Chocolate Strawberry Martini: Strawberry vodka and chocolate liqueur (Available Feb. 6 through 19)
Sprinkles (Available through Feb. 19)
Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cupcake + Layer Cake: Chocolate chip-studded Belgian dark chocolate cake topped with luscious raspberry frosting
Heartthrob Red Velvet: Red velvet cake topped with cream cheese frosting finished with our exclusive blend from Fancy Sprinkles
I Love You Box: Four red velvet, four vanilla, and four raspberry chocolate chip cupcakes
XOXO Box: Three dark chocolate, three red velvet, three vanilla, and three raspberry chocolate chip cupcakes
Uva Bar & Cafe (Available through Feb. 28)
Scarlett Kiss: Raspberry rum, lemon juice, simple, lemonade, soda water, fresh berries, and a splash of raspberry purée (New)
Wetzel’s Pretzels (Available through Feb. 28)
Choco Churro Bitz and Frozen Horchata Bundle: Cin-A-Bitz drizzled with dulce de leche and Ghirardelli chocolate sauce paired with frozen horchata topped with cinnamon (New)
Hotels of Disneyland Resort
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
GCH Craftsman Bar (Available through Feb. 26)
California Crush Cocktail: Crown Royal Regal Apple Whiskey, strawberry purée, lemon, and agave served with a mint sprig and strawberry heart garnish
Tuxedo Strawberry Cocktail: Bacardi Raspberry Rum, dark crème de cacao, strawberry purée, and half & half served “up” in a chocolate-coated martini glass with strawberry garnish
Love’s Lantern Cocktail: Skyy Citrus Vodka, Chambord, and lime garnished with edible flowers and a glow cube
Craftsman Grill (Available through Feb. 21; mobile order available)
Valentine’s Day Donuts
Valentine’s Day Cupcake
GCH Holiday Cart (Available through Feb. 26)
Heart-shaped Linzer Cookie
Mickey-shaped Valentine Cookie
Valentine Macarons
Assorted Cookie Box
Chocolate-dipped Strawberries
Valentine Crisped Rice Treat: Dark and white chocolate-dipped crisped rice treat
Waffle Shot available with choice of milk, low-fat milk, chocolate milk or strawberry
Hearthstone Lounge (Available Feb. 10 through 20)
Sparkling Fire: Ketel One Vodka, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Champagne, lemon juice, and raspberry gum syrup garnished with a raspberry and a dried rose petal (New)
Disneyland Hotel
Coffee House (Available Feb. 10 through 20; mobile order available)
Sablé Heart Cookie with Raspberry Filling
Red Velvet Cupcake
Iced Raspberry Mocha
Raspberry Mocha
Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar (Available Feb. 10 through 20)
Sablé Heart Cookie with Raspberry Filling
Red Velvet Cupcake
Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite (SOLD OUT)
If you’re attending one of the sold-out Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite events at Disneyland park, there are special flavors bringing the love too! Both you and your stomach will fall in love with treats like the Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafeor the tasty Croque Monsieur Sandwich at Red Rose Taverne. As you make your way throughout the evening, stop by Hungry Bear Restaurant to try the Tres Leches Mini Funnel Cakes. For a sweet end to your evening, treat yourself to the Strawberry Shortcake Sundae available at Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor.
Throughout the year, Disney Parks honor Black heritage and culture with Celebrate Soulfully, where our cast members bring their cultures to life in our parks through authentic food, music, and experiences.
During the month of February, Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort join together to honor and experience Black culture through cuisines, one bite and sip at a time – with many offerings inspired and created by our diverse Disney cast members. Both coasts bring these delicious flavors and traditions to the plate and glass for people of all ages and backgrounds to join in on the soulful celebration. No detail is too small when it comes to our Celebrate Soulfully cuisine!
At Disneyland Resort, enjoy new can’t-miss chef inspirations such as the Shrimp & Grits from Café Orleans and the Peach Cobbler Donut from Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe. Over on the East Coast, Walt Disney World Resort is bringing back popular dishes from last February’s Cooking With Soul feature and highlighting new food and beverage creations infused with Walt Disney World cast stories and heritage carried by Black-owned distillers. This February, Guests can try dishes returning with a twist such as the Peach Cobbler Whiskey Cake at Tiffins Restaurant or brand-new Soulful Sunday Dinners at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. While visiting, Guests can keep an eye out for other soulful offerings across property to continue celebrating soulfully throughout the year.
Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (Available Feb. 1 through 28; mobile order available)
Peach Cobbler Donut: Vanilla-dipped donut filled with peach compote, topped with a cinnamon sugar puff (New)
River Belle Terrace (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Southern BBQ Platter: Brisket, fried chicken, burnt ends pork belly, mashed potatoes, baked beans, slaw, and a house-baked biscuit (New)
Troubadour Tavern
Fried Chicken Bowl: Spicy honey-glazed fried chicken served with four-cheese mac ‘n cheese, smoked turkey collard greens, and sweet potato cornbread (Available Feb.18 and Feb. 25 only; mobile order available)(New)
Red Velvet Bundt Cake with chocolate mousse, cream cheese frosting, and chocolate chips (Available Feb.18 and Feb. 25 only; mobile order available) (New)
Fantasyland Popcorn Cart and Troubadour Tavern
Simba Popcorn Bucket (mobile order available)
Hotels of the Disneyland Resort
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
Hearthstone Lounge (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Baked Andouille Mac & Cheese: Pasta with white cheese sauce, chopped herbs and Andouille sausage (New)
Apricot Manhattan: Uncle Nearest 1884 Whiskey, Giffards Abricot du Roussillon, and Amaro Nonino garnished with maraschino cherries (New)
Spiced Fizz: Hanson of Sonoma Habanero Vodka, ginger beer, lime juice and raspberry syrup garnished with raspberries and a Lime wedge (New)
Downtown Disney District
College Boy Cheesesteaks (Available Feb. 9 – Mar. 5)
Black-owned food truck College Boy Cheesesteaks will serve up Philly Cheesesteaks from local Philadelphians
Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen
Peach Pie Old Fashioned: Whiskey, peach liquor, bitters, and brown sugar garnished with a peach slice
Wings ’N Waffles(Available Feb. 9 – Mar. 5)
Black-owned food truck Wings ‘n Waffles will serve up delicious sandwiches, plates, and more
Walt Disney World Resort
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
ABC Commissary (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Gumbo: Chicken, Andouille sausage, okra, and seasonings simmered in chicken stock served over rice (New)
Dockside Diner (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
South African Hot Dog: South African boerie topped with sweet and spicy chakalaka relish on a brioche bun served with house-made chips (New)
Hollywood Scoops (Available Feb. 1 through Mar. 31)
Tiana Mardi Gras Milkshake: Cinnamon vanilla milkshake topped with a Mardi Gras king cake doughnut (New)
Hollywood & Vine
Poulet Mariné Au Four (Baked Marinated Chicken): Baked chicken marinated in assorted spices served with red and green peppers and onions. This dish was created by our cast members at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to celebrate Haitian Flag Day and is now featured on the Hollywood & Vine buffet for guests to enjoy!
Woody’s Lunch Box (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Sweet Potato Lunch Box Tart with cinnamon-brown sugar icing, toasted marshmallows, and pecans (New)
50’s Prime Time Cafe
Shrimp & Grits: Creole-seasoned shrimp with peppers and onions served over cheese grits
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
Flame Tree Barbecue(Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Creole Smoked Sausage Sandwich: Smoked Andouille sausage on a roll with piccadilly relish and stewed black-eyed peas (New)
Soul Cupcake: Vanilla cake with bananas foster filling, vanilla marshmallow buttercream, Joe Gardner white chocolate medallion, edible paper music notes, and multi color crispy pearls
Nomad Lounge (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
The Ginger Whiskey: A cocktail featuring Uncle Nearest 1856 Whiskey with notes of ginger and brown sugar (New)
Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Soul Cupcake: Vanilla cake with bananas foster filling, vanilla marshmallow buttercream, Joe Gardner white chocolate medallion, edible paper music notes, and multi color crispy pearls
Tiffins Restaurant
Spiced Shrimp & Grits: Spicy shrimp & corn grits with bacon jam and crispy radish
Peach Cobbler Whiskey Cake: Peach cobbler cake, honey vanilla bean ice cream, and brown butter whiskey caramel (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
The Ginger Whiskey: A cocktail featuring Uncle Nearest 1856 Whiskey with notes of ginger and brown sugar (New) (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Tusker House
Braised Collard Greens with smoked bacon (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Jollof Rice with Plant-based Sausage
Harira Soup
Dawa Bar, Restarauntosaurus Lounge, and Thirsty River Bar (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Mint Julep: Pineapple mint julep
EPCOT
Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue
Tiana Banana Pudding
Coral Reef Restaurant
Shrimp & Grits: Sautéed shrimp, cheddar grits, local corn succotash, andouille sausage, and Creole spice emulsion
Fife & Drum
Half Note Float: Layered Fanta Wild Cherry, Minute Maid Lemonade, and Fanta Blue Raspberry Slushy with vanilla ice cream and Half Note White Chocolate
Magic Kingdom Park
Cinderella’s Royal Table
Select wines from McBride Sisters Wine Company (a Black-owned and female-led wine company), including:
McBride Sisters Sparkling Brut Rosé, Hawke’s Bay
McBride Sisters Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough
McBride Sisters Chardonnay, Central Coast
Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen
Kungaloosh! African-inspired chocolate cake with caramelized bananas and cashew-caramel ice cream topped with coffee dust
Golden Haze Margarita: Teremana Blanco Tequila, Grand Marnier Liqueur, Hella Cocktail Co. Smoked Chili Bitters, lime, and agave.
Disney Springs
Amorette’s Patisserie (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Soul Petit Cake: Chocolate chiffon cake, dark chocolate mousse, raspberry pate de fruit, raspberry mousse, and white chocolate crispy pearls
B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Chicken Jambalaya Dog: Chicken jambalaya dog with smoked sausage, roasted corn, lemon caper aïoli, and Tuscan roll (New)
Dockside Margaritas and Outdoor Bars (available Feb. 1 through 28)
Royal Sunset: Empress 1908 Gin, grapefruit juice, cane sugar, and cherries
House of Blues (available Feb. 1 through Mar. 1)
Celebrate Soulfully Specials: Featuring two beers (pilsner and IPA) from Green Bench Brewing, Florida’s only Black-owned brewery and chardonnay from Brown Estates, Napa Valley’s first Black-owned estate winery
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Chicken on the Egg: Buttermilk fried chicken, deviled eggs, and hot honey sauce
Fried Sweet Potato Pie: Sweet potato-filled pastry, spiced cinnamon sugar, maple bourbon sauce, and roasted pecan crumble
Poutine (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Jamaican Jerk Chicken Poutine with sweet ‘n’ hot jerk marinated chicken, pineapple salsa, scotch bonnet aïoli, and fries (New)
The Ganachery (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Soulful Pralines: Pecan pralines enrobed in our custom dark chocolate “jazzed” up with some chocolate musical instruments and decor featuring Joe from Disney and Pixar’s animated film Soul
Local Green Orlando Food Truck
Delicious vegan, vegetarian, and pescatarian menu items made with love and soul including the Monsta Shrimp Burger, Rappers Delight Salmon Philly, and more
For a limited time during the month of February, visit the Local Green Orlando Food Truck near the entrance to Orange Garage
The Polite Pig (available Jan. 31 through Feb. 28)
The Soulfully Chef Special: Fried pork belly, beef empanadas, and pikliz
Vivoli Il Gelato(available Jan. 16 through Feb. 28)
Candied Yam Cannoli: A crispy Italian shell filled with a sweet cream of ricotta cheese and candied yams topped with pecans
Carver’s Peanut Butter Explosion: Peanut butter milkshake with a chocolate drizzle, whipped cream, and a chocolate peanut butter cake on top
Walt Disney World Resorts
Available at Various Resorts (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Southern Fried Chicken Bowl: Fried chicken thighs, candied sweet potatoes, rice, smoked collards, mac and cheese, and a corn muffin(New) 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
Everything POP at Disney’s Pop Century 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
Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
World Premiere Food Court, Intermission Food Court, and End Zone Food Court (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Banana Pudding Cheesecake: Banana cheesecake with vanilla pudding, vanilla wafer crust, and a brûléed banana (New)
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Sanaa (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Sanaa Spiced Shrimp: Benne seed-spiced shrimp, creamy pap, stewed okra, boerewors, and charred corn kachumbari (New)
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Contempo Café (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese: Four cheese baked macaroni and cheese (New)
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort}
Barcelona Lounge (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Whiskey Tart: Orange-cardamom infused cake, dark chocolate mousse, and diplomat cream infused with Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Premium Whiskey with a candied orange garnish (New)
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Comeback Chocolate Cake: Slice of German-style chocolate cake with a salty pecan-coconut topping (New)
Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge (Available beginning Feb. 1)
Berry Beignet: Mickey-shaped beignet with fresh mixed berry compote, house-made Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Premium Whiskey caramel sauce, mint, and powdered sugar (New)
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
Riverside Mill Food Court (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Comeback Chocolate Cake: Slice of German-style chocolate cake with a salty pecan-coconut topping (New)
Various Signature Restaurants and Lounges Across Resorts Including:
Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera, Cítricos, Jiko-The Cooking Place, and Yachtsman Steakhouse (Available Feb. 1 through Mar. 30)
Golden Cocktail: Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Premium Whiskey, pineapple juice, almond, agave, and aromatic bitters (New)
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
The Artist’s Palette (Available Feb. 1 through 28)
Soulful Sunday Dinner: A traditional soul food dinner of barbeque chicken with collard greens, black eye peas, and house-made cornbread (available Sundays in Feb.)(New)
Traditional Pound Cake: A slice of classic vanilla pound cake (New)
Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
The Market at Ale & Compass and Beach Club Marketplace (Available Feb. 1 through Mar. 30)
Tiana Praline Cupcake: Vanilla cupcake filled with pecan praline filling, vanilla buttercream, and chocolate décor (New)
Various Pool Bars and Table Service Locations Across Resorts Including Geyser Point, Banana Cabana, Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge, Boatwright’s Dining Hall, Olivia’s Café, Turf Club Bar & Lounge, Outer Rim, Hurricane Hanna’s, Boma – Flavors of Africa, Oasis Pool Bar, and many more! (Available Feb 1. through Mar. 30)
Pineapple Mule: Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Premium Whiskey, Hella Cocktail Co. ginger bitters, pineapple juice, ginger beer, and mint
(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)
