Disneyland Guests are outraged over the treatment for Guests using Disney Genie+ and Lighting Lane.
Disneyland Resort, known as “The Happiest Place on Earth,” is a popular tourist location seeing thousands of Guests daily. Disneyland is home to two theme parks: Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Each Disney Park includes something for Guests of all ages and sizes to experience. Being this popular, Disneyland has made it where Guests can purchase Genie + or Lighting Lanes for attractions.
At Disneyland, there are two main ways to experience an attraction: the “Lightning Lane” and the “Standby Line.” The Lightning Lane is a new paid service that allows Guests to bypass the traditional standby line and access rides more quickly. Disney Guests can either purchase Genie +, which includes Lightning Lane or Guests can just purchase Individual Lighting Lane for certain Disneyland attractions.
The Disney Genie+ and Lightning Lane services work by allowing Disney Park Guests to make reservations for certain attractions in advance. These reservations can be made using the Disneyland app or at kiosks located throughout the theme park. Guests who have made a reservation for an attraction using Lightning Lane can bypass the standby line and use a separate entrance to access the attraction. Prices for the service vary based on the time of day and the popularity of the attraction. It should also be noted that you’re not guaranteed to be able to book a time to ride your favorite attractions as reservations can go quickly, especially for popular rides.
While Guests who chose to use the Standby Line, which is the traditional queue, may wait longer than those who are going through the Lightning Lane, there are no extra fees. But, it seems that Disney is facing some pressure from Guests who are upset with the service.
In a social media post, many have started to get angry with the treatment of Guests using the Lighting Lane instead of the regular Standby Line. In this post, Guests were waiting for a popular Disneyland attraction and they say the line was moving slowly. Though the regular wait time said 105 minutes, this Guest waited over two hours. When they got to the front, the Disney Cast Member was reportedly only allowing four Standby Line Guests to go at a time, filling the rest of the space with Lightning Lane Guests.
“Yesterday I noticed when we were in line for Guardians at DCA the line was moving rather slowly. Estimate was 105 min but it ended up being over 2 hours. As we made it into the front before preshow I saw the CM could only let 4 standby guests at a time MAX into the room, the rest was full of LL. Does anyone know why? (I get LL has priority) Preferably a CM explain it. I am honestly just curious because I never noticed it to be like that?”
While Lighting Lane or Genie + does not mean you will be at the front of the line ,Guests who purchase will have an advantage over Standby Line, allowing them to pick a certain time and get on the attractions faster. Though many Guests have called for Genie+ to come to an end, it would seem that the controversial system is here to stay.
It’s time to face the music! In celebration of “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” in theaters now, and our favorite batch of misfits are taking over at select Disney parks around the world.
Check out all the new additions inspired by the third installment of this franchise that will be making a limited-time appearance at select Disney parks!
Disneyland Resort – Disney California Adventure Park
For a limited time at Disneyland Resort, Mantis is joining Star-Lord at Avengers Campus for “Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Dance Off!” The celestial siblings will get their groove on in front of the Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! attraction, as they recruit guests with the right skills to join their band of heroes.
Walt Disney World Resort – EPCOT
EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort is joining in on the yummy treats of the Guardians of the Galaxy as well! Connections Café now has the Perfect Sovereign Waffle Bites that are topped with a red berry dipping sauce! Guests can also grab a Guardians of the Galaxy Cookie right next to the out-of-this-world Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction at the Mission: SPACE Popcorn Cart.
Don’t miss the kickoff of these new additions to select Disney parks, available for a limited time.
Happy (almost) Mother’s Day foodies! We are strong believers that the best way to celebrate the ones we love is with food, and this year, the Disney chefs and mixologists have put together ample ways to honor our loved ones on May 14.
Whether guests are enjoying their time with their mothers, aunts, grandmothers, caregivers, mother figures, or any special person in their life, Disney Parks has something for them to indulge in. From new delights like the refreshingly delicious Mother’s Day Flowers DOLE Whip Float at Pineapple Lanai or the adorable Mother’s Day Donut at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe, to returning favorites like the Mother’s Day Cupcake at Roaring Fork, guests tastebuds’ will be as excited as they are this holiday.
In addition to the tasty treats coming, over at Disneyland Resort there are several brunch options and dining packages for guests to feast on until their heart’s desire, like the Mother’s Day Brunch at both Storyteller’s Café and Goofy’s Kitchen.
Gather the special ones in your life and let’s get to the mouthwatering Mother’s Day bites in this year’s Foodie Guide!
Walt Disney World Resort
Disney Resort Hotels
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Jiko – The Cooking Place (Available May 14 only)
Trio of Truffles Paired with Graham Beck Sparkling Brut Rosé: Lemon-saffron, rooibos tea, and dark chocolate-cinnamon truffles with Graham Beck Sparkling Brut Rosé (New)
The Mara (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available)
Dark Chocolate-dipped Strawberries (New)
Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Beach Club Marketplace (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available)
Mother’s Day Cookie Bouquet: Vanilla cookies decorated with royal icing (New)
Beaches & Cream Soda Shop (Available through May 31)
Bouquet Shake: Strawberry milk shake with strawberry purée topped with a flowery chocolate cake
Disney’s BoardWalk
BoardWalk Deli (Available through May 14)
Minnie Croissant Roll: Croissant dough with raspberry marmalade (New)
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Contempo Café (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available)
Chocolate Strawberry Tart: Chocolate mousse tart topped with strawberry crémeux, strawberry balsamic compote, and an edible flower
Steakhouse 71 (Available May 14 only)
Mother’s Day 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 an egg
Brunch-exclusive Hummingbird Bread Pudding featuring pineapple, banana, coconut bread pudding with candied pecans, salted caramel, and cream cheese ice cream
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Gasparilla Island Grill (Available through May 31)
Strawberry Shortcake Bar: Strawberry cake pop enrobed in white chocolate and covered in strawberry rice croquant (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 May 7 through 14; mobile order available at The Artist’s Palette only)
Strawberry-Passion Fruit Bar: Cassis chiffon, passion fruit curd, strawberry mousse, and strawberry garnish (New)
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Pineapple Lanai (Available May 11 through 14)
Mother’s Day Flowers DOLE Whip Float: DOLE Whip with Banfi Rosa Regale Sparkling Red topped with shimmering edible flowers (New)
Kona Island and Capt. Cook’s (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available at Capt. Cook’s only)
Aloha Mom!: DOLE Whip Pineapple crème puffs topped with coconut mousse, shaved coconut, and fondant décor (New)
Mother’s Day Mimosa Pairing: Limoncello, Nino Franco Prosecco Rustico, and raspberry with the Pistachio-raspberry Éclair (New) (Both items also available separately)
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Roaring Fork (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available)
Mother’s Day Cupcake: Raspberry swirl cupcake filled with raspberry custard and crispy pearls topped with lemon buttercream, chocolate, and fondant décor
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
The Market at Ale & Compass (Available May 7 through 14; mobile order available)
Mother’s Day Cookie Bouquet: Vanilla cookies decorated with royal icing (New)
EPCOT
Coral Reef Restaurant (Available May 14 only)
Mother’s Day Dessert: Strawberry mousse, pistachio chiffon cake, and rosewater ganache (New)
Disney Springs
Amorette’s Patisserie (Available May 12 through 14)
Mother’s Day Sweet Treat: White chocolate-dipped strawberries and a mixed berry macaron (New)
Dockside Margaritas (Available May 13 and 14)
Violet Bouquet: Hendrick’s Gin, Cointreau Liqueur, Violet Syrup, and Lime Juice
The Ganachery (Currently available)
Rosa Regale & Ganache Square: A glass of Rosa Regale and your choice of ganache square
Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Park
Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen and Pooh’s Corner (Available May 11 through 14)
Pink Minnie Apple
Pink Minnie Cake Pop
Red Rose Cake Pop
Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (Available through May 31; mobile order available)
Mother’s Day Donut: Raspberry and champagne-flavored iced donut topped with edible flowers and pistachio (New)
River Belle Terrace (Available May 14 only)
Turkey Dinner featuring house-made butternut squash soup topped with fried sage, roasted turkey dinner with slow-roasted herb butter turkey breast, home-style gravy, pork belly cornbread stuffing, mashed sweet potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and cranberry sauce, and finally, traditional pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream (New) (Reservations highly recommended) (Kids version available)
Disney California Adventure Park
Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream (Available May 12 through 15; mobile order available)
Mother’s Day Sundae: A scoop of strawberry and chocolate ice cream served in a waffle cup, topped with strawberry sauce, whipped cream, and chocolate butterflies (New)
Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff (Available May 11 through 14)
Pink Minnie Apple
Pink Minnie Cake Pop
Red Rose Cake Pop
Hotels of the Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Hotel
Goofy’s Kitchen (Available May 14 only)
Mother’s Day Brunch featuring a special holiday menu including some of the following (Reservations highly recommended)
Mini Danishes, Croissants, Cinnamon Rolls, and Muffins
Vegan Baked Ziti
Carving Station featuring Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef, Turkey Breast, and Rope Sausage
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
Storytellers Cafe (Available May 14 only)
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet featuring the following special dishes (Reservations highly recommended)
Chocolate-Hazelnut French Toast with strawberries
Salmon with corn custard and spring succotash
Marinated Heirloom Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Pesto, and Arugula
Crab and Shrimp with butter leaf lettuce, celery, red onions, dill, and creamy dressing
Roasted Pork Loin with sweet onion purée, garden herbs, and apricot chutney
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Holiday Cart (Available starting today through May 14)
Mother’s Day Mickey Cookie
Downtown Disney District
Marceline’s Confectionery (Available May 11 through 14)
Pink Minnie Apple
Pink Minnie Cake Pop
Red Rose Cake Pop
(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)
This May, we’re thrilled to be shining a light on Asian American Pacific Islander heritage month. All throughout the month, the culinary teams will be showcasing some of the diverse cultures through their cuisines with both new and existing items that will delight guests with each and every bite.
The chefs have taken inspiration from various cultures and put their own flair their own personal connections they’ve infused into these dishes. While some of these Asian-inspired items are exclusive to May, including the Korean Fried Chicken Bowl with Cucumber Namasu at various WaltDisney World Resort hotels and the Bangkok Chicken Wings at Nomad Lounge, there are plenty of delicious dishes that guests can enjoy all year long at both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, like the Beef Bulgogi Burrito at Lucky Fortune Cookery and the Kung Pao Bao at Lamplight Lounge.
Let’s go on a foodie adventure with this year’s Foodie Guide to Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Walt Disney World Resort
Disney Resort Hotels
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Capt. Cook’s and Kona Island (Currently available)
Moana Cupcake: Vanilla cupcake, toasted coconut mousse filling, buttercream, coconut flakes, and white chocolate Moana piece with a fresh orchid
Kona Cafe (Currently available)
Hamachi Tuna Roll: Hamachi tuna, avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, and ponzu
Pork Belly Noodle Bowl: Bone broth, rice noodles, soy egg, mushrooms, bok choy, and hot sesame oil
Pineapple Lanai (Available May 1 through 30)
Heart Of Te Fiti DOLE Whip Cup: DOLE Whip, mochi cake, Moana-Inspired white chocolate medallion, and an edible flower (New)
Disney’s Pop Century Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Everything POP Shopping & Dining and Landscape of Flavors (Available May 1 through 30)
How Far I’ll Go Haupia Pie: Rich chocolate coconut pie with a layer of coconut Haupia custard topped with sweet cream and macadamia nuts
This dish is inspired by Haupia and the name celebrates Moana’s ambition to preserve her culture and traditions.
Available at Various Disney Resort Hotels (Mobile order available)
Korean Fried Chicken Bowl with Cucumber Namasu: Double-fried chicken thighs tossed with gochujang sauce, sesame seeds, green onions, and pickled cucumber (New) (Available May 1 through 30)
Executive Chef Kevin was inspired by his Mama Chong and his heritage to create homestyle Korean comfort food accompanied by pickled cucumbers namasu. Available at the following:
Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Centertown Market at DIsney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Contempo Cafe at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Sassagoula Floatwork & Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
Riverside Mill at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
Sesame Chicken Stir-fry: Chicken, broccoli, red pepper, and onion with jasmine rice Always available at the following:
End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Available at Various Pool Bars, Table-service Restaurants, and Lounges (Available May 1 through 30)
Pad Thai Fizz: Inspired by the traditional flavors of pad Thai, this cocktail features Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, Fever Tree Ginger Beer, thai basil, and lime (New)
This cocktail features Skrewball Whiskey, which tells the story of its founder’s journey from Cambodia to California and the pivotal role that peanut butter played in his childhood.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
Caravan Road (Currently available)
Kakigori: Japanese shaved ice dessert flavored with watermelon syrup and sweetened condensed milk
Kakigori is a popular shaved ice dessert dating back to Japan’s Heian period.
Mr. Kamal’s (Currently available)
Chicken Dumplings
Nomad Lounge Available May 1 through 31)
Bangkok Chicken Wings: Crispy chicken wings, fish sauce caramel, peanuts, and cilantro (New)
Heavily influenced by Japanese and other Asian cuisines and poke represents diverse and multifaceted cultures.
Coconut Mango Cocktail: Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Stoli Vanilla Vodka, mango purée, and rice milk garnished with whole lychee fruit
This cocktail is inspired by the exploration of the Pacific Islands, featuring popular ingredients offered to explorers along the way.
Pizzafari (Available May 1 through 31; mobile order available)
Turning Red Cupcake: Vanilla cake, mandarin cream filling, honey mousse bao bun, crispy pearls, sweet magnolia blossoms, chocolate garnish, and the Asian-Canadian character Meilin panda on white chocolate medallion
Restaurantosaurus (Available May 1 through 31; mobile order available)
Spicy Asian Chicken Sandwich: Crispy, picked red onions (New)
Turning Red Cupcake: Vanilla cake, mandarin cream filling, honey mousse bao bun, crispy pearls, sweet magnolia blossoms, chocolate garnish, and the Asian-Canadian character Meilin panda on white chocolate medallion
Thirsty River Bar, Dawa Bar, and DinoLand U.S.A Bars (Available May 1 through 31)
Singapore Sling: New Amsterdam Gin, Heering Cherry Liqueur, sweet-and-sour, grenadine, and Sprite
EPCOT
Connections Eatery (Mobile order available)
Curry-spiced Pizza: Two slices of freshly baked pizza topped with tikka masala, carrot, potato, peas, tomato, plant-based mozzarella, and lime “yogurt” (Currently available through June 1)
General Tso Chicken Salad: Petite kale blend, romaine, broccoli slaw, red bell pepper, mandarin oranges, edamame, crispy wontons, warm fried chicken, General Tso’s dressing (Currently available)
Sunshine Seasons (Currently available for lunch only)
Mongolian Beef with vegetable fried rice
Stir-fried Shrimp with honey-ginger sauce, seasonal vegetables, and cashews
Vegetable Korma with plant-based chicken and cashews (Plant-based)
Asian Vegetable Noodle Salad with wakame, tuna poke, and spicy mayonnaise
Nine Dragons Restaurant (Available May 1 through 30)
Ozeki Pineapple Nigori Sake: Unfiltered sake with pineapple (New)
This Pineapple Nigori honors the Japanese settlers who came to the United States and worked on pineapple farms. The first Japanese community in Florida, the Yamato Colony, grew up around a pineapple field.
Teppan Edo (Available May through 30)
Japanese-Hawaiian Pineapple Nigori Cocktail: Pineapple juice, coconut cream, Nigori sake, and a dash of shochu (New)
This Japanese-Hawaiian Cocktail celebrates the some of the contributions of Japanese Americans to the culture, economy, and social fabric of Hawaii.
Golden Philadelphia Roll: Salmon, cream cheese, salmon roe, capers, eel sauce, spicy mayonnaise, aonori, micro shiso, and pepper flakes (New)
The Citrus Blossom Outdoor Kitchen at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival (Available now through July 5)
Orange Sesame Tempura Shrimp with orange-chili sauce
Lotus House Outdoor Kitchen at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival (Available now through July 5)
Spicy Mala Chicken Skewer with creamy peanut sauce
Pan-fried Vegetable Dumplings
House-made Cheesy Crab Wontons
Classic Bubble Milk Tea
Hanami Outdoor Kitchen at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival (Available now through July 5)
Frushi: Strawberry, pineapple, and lychee wrapped in sweet rice and pink soy wrap served with whipped cream, drizzled raspberry sauce, and toasted coconut
Hanami Sushi: Assorted nigiri sushi with lemon-cured salmon, soy-marinated tuna, and cured mackerel
Creamy Shrimp Udon: Udon soup with shrimp and spring vegetables
Trowel & Trellis Outdoor Kitchen at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival (Available now through July 5)
Boneless IMPOSSIBLE Korean Short Ribs with cilantro-lime rice, danmuji slaw, and kimchee mayonnaise (Plant-based)
IMPOSSIBLE Lumpia with Thai sweet chili sauce (Plant-based)
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Backlot Express (Currently available, mobile order available)
Tofu or Chicken Teriyaki Bowl: Seasoned jasmine rice, teriyaki chicken or marinated tofu, yuzu-pickled edamame, carrots, cucumber, and onions drizzled with house-made lemon-tahini-chipotle vinaigrette, and sesame seeds (Plant-based version with tofu available)
Fairfax Fare (Currently available, mobile order available)
Korean Barbecued Pork Belly Bowl: Braised pork belly tossed in Korean Barbecue sauce topped with Korean Salad and green onions served on mashed potatoes in a waffle bowl
Soba Noodle Bowl: Chilled soba noodles, edamame, red cabbage, red peppers, shredded carrots, celery, and green onions tossed in yakisoba sauce served in a waffle bowl (Plant-based) (Also available with chicken)
Pannie Connie’s Congo Lime Delight: Lime ‘panna cotta’ served with mango-lime sorbet and fresh fruit (Plant-based)
This dish is inspired by traditional desserts served in Vietnam.
Disney Springs
Amorette’s Patisserie (Available May 1 through 31)
Ube Pianono: Ube roulade cake filled with cinnamon banana mousse and an ube buttercream
This treat was created by Pastry Culinary Cast Member Reuben, who drew inspiration from his Filipino heritage.
B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. (Available May 1 through 31)
Korean Bulgogi Hot Dog: Spicy Korean beef and pork hot dog, bulgogi steak, pickled vegetables
The BOATHOUSE (Available May 1 through 31)
Changing Tides: Fever-Tree Sparkling Lime & Yuzu, a unique blend of zesty Mexican Tahitian lime, and floral sweetness of Japanese Yuzu
The Edison (Available May 1 through 31)
High-Voltage Chicken Sandwich: The Edison’s take on a spicy Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich, made with gochujang, a staple of Korean cooking, as well as fried chicken breast, jalapeno lime crema, smoked bacon, frisée, tomato, and pickle
The Ganachery (Available May 1 through 31)
Matcha Yuzu Square: Japanese green tea and yuzu with dark chocolate
Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. (Available May 1 through 31)
Frozen Mandarin Fusion: An exotic blend of refreshing iced tea, frozen lemon, and mandarin syrup topped with passion fruit popping boba (Spirited option available)
Ripple Art featuring Moana and Mulan
Morimoto Asia (Available May 1 through 31)
“Bloomin” Japanese Mushroom Tempura: Hon-Shimeji, Asian mushrooms with a nutty flavor coated in tempura batter and deep fried to golden brown perfection served alongside mashed potatoes and a Japanese golden curry cream sauce
The Polite Pig (Available May 1 through 31)
Coconut Jerk Pork Sandwich: Smoked pork butt, braised in a coconut jerk sauce, and topped with a pineapple slaw accompanied by a Hawaiian macaroni salad
Splitsville Luxury Lanes (Available May 1 through 31)
Poa Poa Shrimp Bowl: Fresh jumbo shrimp lightly tossed in blackening seasoning sautéed to perfection on a bed of white rice, topped with a mixture of grilled fresh pineapple, yellow, red, and green bell peppers, and red onion, drizzled with an in-house kimchee ponzu sauce, and finished with a fresh Asian slaw and sesame seeds
Ly-chee Martini: Ocean Hawaiian Vodka, lychee syrup, and house-squeezed fresh lemon juice garnished with a fresh flower, lychee, and boba pearls
Sprinkles Cupcake (Available through May 14)
Vietnamese Coffee Cupcake featuring a decadent coffee cake infused with Nguyen Coffee Supply’s Loyalty Blend, filled with a creamy condensed milk buttercream and finished with coffee frosting.
Nguyen Coffee Supply is America’s first specialty Vietnamese coffee company and proud champion of the resilient Robusta bean. Founded in 2018 by Sahra Nguyen, their mission is to build a diverse and inclusive coffee culture for all while uplifting robust coffee producers worldwide.
Wetzel’s Pretzels (Available May 1 through 31)
Mango Boba Lemonade: Popping mango boba topped with either signature fresh lemonade or frozen lemonade, and mango purée (Non-alcoholic)
Disneyland Resort
Disney California Adventure Park
Lamplight Lounge (Currently available)
Kung Pao Bao: Kung Pao-glazed crispy pork belly, soft bao bun, red peppers, toasted peanuts, and green onions
Salmon Poke: Creamy avocado mousse topped with ponzu-glazed fresh salmon, edamame, pineapple, cucumber, and seaweed salad finished with pickled radish, furikake, fried wonton chips, and togarashi
Chili-Ginger Pork Belly Sliders: Chili-ginger-glazed crispy pork belly and Asian slaw on baguette buns
Lucky Fortune Cookery (Currently available; mobile order available)
Pork Ramen with nori, roasted corn, and green onion
IMPOSSIBLE Bánh Mì with lemongrass-cucumber salad
Spicy Szechuan Chicken with sautéed vegetables and steamed rice
Teriyaki Chicken with sautéed vegetables and steamed rice
Pork Wonton Nachos: Crispy wonton chips topped with cheese sauce, hoisin-glazed pork, spicy aïoli, and pickled cabbage
Beef Bulgogi Burrito with garlic-flavored chips
Pot Stickers: Crispy vegetable and chicken pot stickers
Organic Hot Green Tea (Non-alcoholic)
Black Milk Tea with sea salt cream and brown sugar boba (Non-alcoholic)
Ube Milk Tea topped with tiramisu foam and served with boba (Non-alcoholic)(Available starting May 2)
Bottle Logic Hanamachi: Japanese rice lager
Japanese Mule: Japanese Whiskey, ginger beer, and simple syrup
Paradise Garden Grill (Available Starting May 2)
Sweet Thai Chile Chicken Tenders: Chicken tenders tossed in sweet Thai chili sauce and slaw with crushed almonds, mandarin orange segments, crispy noodles, and citrus vinaigrette served with fries topped with cheese sauce
Pym Test Kitchen (Currently available; mobile order available)
Atomic Pretzel: Salmon Poke Pretzel with ponzu-marinated salmon, sriracha mayo, avocado mousse, wasabi mayo, and watermelon radish
Disneyland Park
Bengal Barbecue (Currently available; mobile order available)
Pork Belly Skewer: Grilled pork belly with hoisin sauce, pickled carrots, and daikon topped with cilantro
Chieftain Chicken Skewer: Chicken skewer in a Polynesian sauce
Galactic Grill (Mobile order available)
Grilled Pineapple Ham-Burger: Angus beef patty, grilled spiced ham, pineapple, togarashi slaw, and sweet mayonnaise served on a toasted brioche bun (Currently available through May 11)
Bacon & Slaw Burger: 1/3 lb Angus patty, marinated pork belly, American cheese, Asian-inspired slaw, and sambal sweet mayo on a toasted brioche bun (Available starting May 12)
The Tropical Hideaway (Currently available)
Char Siu Bao: Sweet sticky roasted pork and sweet BBQ sauce dusted with paprika
Lime Chicken Bao with butternut squash and fresh herbs
Spiced Vegetable Bao with chickpeas and braised vegetables
Traditional Pork Lumpia: Pork and vegetable lumpia with sweet chili dipping sauce
Sweet Lumpia: Pineapple and cream cheese-filled lumpia with DOLE Pineapple dipping sauce
Hotels of the Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Hotel
Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill (Currently available; mobile order available)
Loco Moco Burrito: Steamed jasmine rice, chopped garlic beef patty, fried egg, gravy, crunchy fried onions, and furikake served with salsa roja (Available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Pork Gyoza: Steamed pork and vegetable pot stickers served with gochujang aïoli, unagi sauce, and bonito flakes (Available for lunch and dinner)
Sweet-and-Spicy Chicken Wings: Asian honey glaze and sesame seeds served with togarashi aïoli (Available for lunch and dinner)
Panko-crusted Long Beans served with togarashi aïoli (Available for lunch and dinner)
Angus 1/2 lb. Hawaiian Cheeseburger with grilled pineapple, applewood-smoked bacon, havarti cheese, butter lettuce, tomato, onions, and sweet & spicy spread served with sweet potato fries or french fries (Available for lunch and dinner)
Hawaiian Platter: Choice of marinated short rib or teriyaki chicken thigh served with furikake-seasoned jasmine rice, macaroni salad, and tangy slaw (Available for lunch and dinner)
Rongo Salad: Edamame, green papaya, iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes, gooseberries, crispy shallots, sesame seeds, and marinated tofu with fermented miso vinaigrette (Plant-based) (Available for lunch and dinner)
Poke Bowl: Choice of ahi tuna, salmon, or marinated tofu with smashed avocado, sliced cucumber, edamame, and imitation crab salad with sushi rice topped with crispy fried onions and togarashi aioli (Available for lunch and dinner)
Tonkotsu Ramen: Rich pork-based broth, wavy noodles, pork belly slices, fresh green onions, shiitake mushrooms, fish cake, black garlic oil, soft-boiled flavored egg, and nori (Available for lunch and dinner)
Pu Pu Platter: Pork gyoza, panko-crusted long beans, macaroni salad, and sweet-and-spicy chicken wings served with togarashi aïoli (Available for lunch and dinner)
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
GCH Craftsman Grill (Available starting May 9; mobile order available)
Poke Bowl: Choice of sushi-grade salmon or tuna tossed in citrus ponzu with cucumber, edamame, avocado, crab salad, green onions, radicchio, pickled seaweed, furikake and spicy aïoli with choice of Calrose rice or mixed greens
Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
Ulu Café (Currently available)
Mickey Shaped Spam Musubi: Sliced spam on top of a Mickey-shaped block of rice, wrapped together with nori
Poke Bowls: Choose from made-to-order spicy tuna or California bowls, or build your own with fresh ahi, salmon, or shrimp over salad or sticky white rice with a variety of condiments
The ‘Ōlelo Room (Currently available)
Pūpū Appetizer Menu: A selection of Hawaiian Ahi, Futomaki-style sushi rolls, and Nigiri-style sushi rolls including the signature ‘Ōlelo ‘Ahi Poke with pier 38 ‘ahi, sambal, ginger, cucumber, Maui onion, and green onion
Later this year, Walt Disney World will join the global celebration of The Walt Disney Company’s 100th Anniversary – 10 decades of creativity and innovation. EPCOT is preparing to host this unforgettable celebration at Walt Disney World in the fall. However, there are some offerings that have already begun to pop up around the parks and resorts, with much more to come as the year continues.
For 100 years, The Walt Disney Company has created unforgettable stories and lifelong memories for generations of families. Some of my favorite memories are tied to visits to Walt Disney World, seeing Disney stories brought to life and getting the chance to experience them in magical ways.
The entire Walt Disney World cast is excited to join in the celebration of Disney100, and you’re invited to be part of the fun! I’m thrilled to share that you can now experience magical, limited-time offerings sprinkled throughout the resort. Here are six great ways to commemorate this momentous milestone, with many more to come.
1 – Say Hi to Mickey and Minnie in Their Platinum Best
As previously shared, EPCOT will be the center of the Disney100 celebration later this year at Walt Disney World. Recently opened attractions like the exhilarating family thrill coaster Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and the captivating 4D Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure bring even more family fun to the park where the impossible becomes possible. Even more is in store as the park’s multi-year transformation culminates later this year during the Disney100 celebration.
Have you been looking forward to seeing Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their new dazzling platinum outfits? I know I have! You’ll be able to hug and take photos with the duo in their platinum outfits at EPCOT later this year. What a way to celebrate this major milestone and the legacy that their beloved stories represent for our Company. We’ll have more details on when and where you can meet them soon.
2 – Admire Special Spaceship Earth Lighting
I’m excited to announce that the night sky will light up with a dazzling spectacle of colors and lights as Spaceship Earth honors Disney100 with a special display later in 2023. Here’s your first look at what’s sure to be a memorable moment during the celebration.
Our friends at Walt Disney Imagineering have been dreaming up new ways to honor this important milestone by turning to their own cherished memories and favorite Disney stories as they create this one-of-a-kind display.
“The Show Lighting Team at Walt Disney Imagineering has been amazed at our guests’ reaction to the nightly shows on Spaceship Earth,” said Jason Read, show lighting designer principal for Walt Disney Imagineering. “We’ve helped celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World, EPCOT’s 40th and the park’s signature festivals. Now, we’re excited to have Spaceship Earth ring in the biggest celebration yet, the 100th Anniversary of the Walt Disney Company.”
“We’re also inspired by many things from the history of the company, its characters, theme parks and shows – even the Disney100 opening logo that plays before our feature films during this anniversary,” Read continued. “You may see homages to everything from the ‘Wonderful World of Disney’ television show opening to Mickey balloons that we sell on Main Street, U.S.A.”
3 – Take a Selfie in Front of a Disney100 Backdrop
Whenever I make my way to Walt Disney World, I get a rush of adrenaline thinking about the magic that awaits me. So, you can only imagine my excitement when I saw the Disney100 sign at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park right in front of the entrance. If you’re like me, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to snap a few photos as a way to remember your visit during this very special celebration. This photo op is perfect for the entire family and is a great way to start your day. If you’re not going to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, don’t worry. You’ll be able to snap photos with Disney100 backdrops at all four theme parks plus Disney Springs.
4 – Keep an Eye Out for Surprise Character Visits at Disney Resort Hotels
If you’ve ever had the joy of staying in one of our enchanting Disney Resort hotels, you may have seen the magic of various Disney characters stopping by for an impromptu photo opportunity. As the Disney100 celebration ramps up at Walt Disney World, you may run into some of your favorite Disney characters in their platinum best as they pop up at various Disney Resort hotels. You never know when or where they’ll show up next!
5 – Celebrate With New Food and Drinks
The celebration doesn’t stop with character greetings and fun photo ops; you’ll also be able to indulge in some Disney100 treats across the resort. Beginning May 1, guests can enjoy the Disney100 Petite Cake for a limited time at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs. This mouthwatering dessert has layers of vanilla chiffon, berry mousse and berry compote, all topped with a celebratory Disney100 Medallion macaron.
The Disney Culinary team has been dreaming up all kinds of delicious dishes to commemorate the milestone, and this is just the beginning. I was lucky enough to learn about the inspiration behind this yummy dessert from Chef Amanda.
“The culinary team has the wonderful opportunity to use food for storytelling,” Chef Amanda said. “We get to make special themed treats that bring guests into the story, letting them feel immersed in a tangible and very delicious way.”
“The inspiration of this cake pulls from the rich purple and platinum colors used for the Disney100 celebration,” Chef Amanda shared. “The drapery on the sides of the cake represents the traditional bunting that adorns Main Street, U.S.A. for special occasions. And of course, Mickey Mouse is proudly represented on the front of the cake because as we all know: ‘It all started with a mouse.’”
6 – Find Your Perfect Disney100 Memento
You may have spotted and already started to collect some of the amazing Disney100 merchandise that’s popping up at Walt Disney World. To help you prepare for what’s to come, a little fairy told me about the new Disney100 Cinderella Premium Bucket that will be exclusive to Magic Kingdom. This dazzling souvenir is intricately designed, great for the entire family, and my favorite souvenir thus far. Stay tuned for more details on when this beauty will make its debut. For now, you’ll be able to enjoy drinks and popcorn in the new Disney100 refillable cups available now at the Disney Resort hotels and popcorn buckets at all four theme parks and Disney Springs.
You can also check out the wide variety of limited-release merchandise, available across the Walt Disney World Resort. Cherish nostalgic memories with the new 40s-themed Disney100 Decades Collection featuring Disney classics such as “Fantasia,” “The Three Caballeros,” “Pinocchio” and “Dumbo.” While you’re at it, marvel at all the magic with the Disney100 Platinum Celebration Collection — perfect if you’re looking for even more ways to shine! Or maybe the Disney100 Unified Character Collection is more your style with beloved characters from throughout the history of Disney, including Snow White, Elsa and Simba. My favorite Disney100 pieces so far are the Unified Characters Backpack and the Three Caballeros Ear Headband, but there is even more merchandise debuting soon.
As you can see, the celebration is just getting started at Walt Disney World, and there’s much more to come!
