PHOTOS: Last Piece of Innoventions West Stands as Demolition Progresses at EPCOT
Demolition on Innoventions West at EPCOT has taken quite some time, and the last few pieces of the building have seemingly proven difficult to remove. For multiple days, tiny pieces of Innoventions West have stayed standing, long after larger chunks of the pavilion were already removed. Today, our reporters noticed one tiny piece of metal still …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Full Ride and Preshow POV at Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland
Staff Writer
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opened at Disneyland yesterday, with boarding groups totally filled within a staggering 45 seconds. We were lucky enough to get a spot in a boarding group, so we’re passing our good fortune on to you in video and photo form. Spoilers ahead! Like at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can …
VIDEO: Celebrate Winnie the Pooh Day by Taking a POV Ride Through Pooh’s Hunny Hunt at Tokyo Disneyland
Staff Writer
January 18 is National (International?) Winnie the Pooh Day! Why today? “Winnie-the-Pooh” author A.A. Milne was born January 18, 1882 in the Kilburn area of London, England. To commemorate the day, we’re sharing a POV ride-though of one of our favorite attractions ever: Pooh’s Hunny Hunt at Tokyo Disneyland. With Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance …
REVIEW: The New Le Cellier Steakhouse Brunch is No Masterpiece at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020
Jessica Figueroa
Announced back in November, Le Cellier Steakhouse is celebrating the arts with a sophisticated brunch offered on weekends from Jan. 18 through Feb. 23 from 11am-3pm throughout the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020. Guests can come and enjoy a wonderful prix fixe brunch menu, which starts with assorted pastries for the table, as well …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Jim Hawkins from “Treasure Planet” Greets Guests at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Well, here’s someone we didn’t expect to see today. As we strolled through Tomorrowland, we saw a face from our distant memories: Jim Hawkins from “Treasure Planet”! The famed explorer took time to greet guests and learn more about the treasures found in the futuristic land. Thankfully, pirates didn’t follow him here. Here’s Jim! He’s …
REVIEW: New Toydarian Swirl Green Milk, Galma Garlic Puffed Cheese Chips, and Shimmering Black Spire Hot Chocolate at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland
Matthew Soberman
Ignite the spark! Now that Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance has officially opened at Disneyland, there are some new inspired treats at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. From spicy green milk to garlic cheese chips, let’s take a tour (a Star Tour, if you will), of the new offerings! Green Milk Toydaria Swirl – $8.79 …
PHOTOS: Every Piece of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Opening Day Merchandise (With Prices) at Disneyland
Alicia
Yesterday, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance finally opened in Disneyland. For the occasion, we found lots of new merchandise released themed to the ride! Hint: we suggest browsing Star Traders for this new merchandise while waiting on your boarding group to be called, if you are one of the lucky few to get into …
PHOTOS: New “Sakura Sway” Cherry Blossom Collection Coming January 31 to Tokyo Disney Resort
Spencer Lloyd
Cherry blossoms are a huge deal in Japan. Seriously, entire offices go on hanami (cherry blossom viewings) in the springtime. And Tokyo Disney Resort is getting a bit ahead of the game this year! While it’s not even close to bloom time yet (that will peak around March 25), there’s a new sakura-themed line called “Sakura …
Taika Waititi In Talks To Direct A “Star Wars” Film
Joe Hogarty
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Disney and Lucasfilm are looking at Taika Waititi (“Thor: Raganarok”) to direct a future Star Wars film. Not much is known about what project Waititi could be involved with, but it could be part of the the Star Wars movie that Kevin Feige is developing for Disney and Lucasfilm. Waititi …
PHOTOS: New Limited Release “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” Space Mountain Plush, Loungefly Backpack and Mug Now Available at Walt Disney World
Annie Wilson
Minnie Mouse is a fashion icon, and this year she has gotten her own monthly collection of merchandise. “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” is a limited release series featuring pins, plushes, Minnie ear headbands and more. Each month will be themed to a different classic Disney attraction. This one features Space Mountain, following right behind …
PHOTOS: New Limited Release Space Mountain “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” MagicBand Takes You to New Galaxies at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
If you already ordered your new Minnie Mouse Space Mountain ear headband, complete your galactic look with one of Walt Disney World’s newest MagicBands. It features Minnie and Tomorrowland’s most popular attraction, Space Mountain. This MagicBand is a limited release edition and the first in the “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” line. This merchandise line features …
REVIEW: Take a Tasty Technicolor Tour with the “Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine” at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Matthew Soberman
If you’re someone who insists on trying everything at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts (and we certainly understand that mentality), there’s a new offering at this year’s festival that might just tickle you pink! Don’t feel blue for not knowing! You could go on a journey that will make others green with envy! …
PHOTOS: New “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” Space Mountain Ears Are Out of This World
Annie Wilson
When Disney announced a new monthly series for 2020, we couldn’t wait to see what they had in store for us. “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” is a new collection that features a different Disney attraction each month. This limited release series will be available at Disney Store locations as well as in the parks. …
PHOTOS: New Limited Release Space Mountain “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” Pin Set Lands at Walt Disney World
Annie Wilson
The very first set of pins in the new Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction line is now available at Walt Disney World, and January’s theme is Space Mountain. This set of 3 limited release pins comes together on a futuristic looking card, designed to match the style of Space Mountain. The first pin is the …
REVIEW: Smoked Beef Bulgogi and Peach Sojito at Lucky 8 Lantern in Disney California Adventure – Lunar New Year 2020
Alicia
Specializing in Asian-inspired cuisine, Lucky 8 Lantern was a real hit for us during last year’s Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure. So, we’re excited to try the booth again this year, which is returning with some of our favorite dishes, adding a new item and an entirely new beverage selection. Lucky 8 …
REVIEW: Shrimp & Ginger Dumplings and Honey Tea with Bourbon at Red Dragon Spice Traders in Disney California Adventure – Lunar New Year 2020
Alicia
Looking for something savory with some heat to it? Look no further than Red Dragon Spice Traders, which is a food booth found at Disney California Adventure for the 2020 Lunar New Year celebration. We love a little spice with our food, so hopefully, we can handle the Red Dragon. Red Dragon Spice Traders Booth …
REVIEW: Almond Milk Tea, Orange Blossom Cocktail, and More at Paradise Garden Grill in Disney California Adventure – Lunar New Year 2020
Alicia
For the 2020 Lunar New Year, Paradise Garden Grill has debuted an all-new menu for the festival. While this wasn’t our favorite spot last year, we’re excited to give Paradise Garden Grill another chance this year. Paradise Garden Grill at Disney California Adventure Lunar New Year 2020 Menu for Paradise Garden Grill at Disney California …
REVIEW: Mochi Donuts and Vietnamese Coffee at Longevity Noodle Co. in Disney California Adventure – Lunar New Year 2020
Alicia
It’s finally time for us to celebrate Lunar New Year 2020 at Disney California Adventure! Since we started getting sneak peeks of the festival, we’ve been itching to go and finally, the day has arrived. And of course, you can’t have a proper celebration without food, of which there is plenty to go and try …
REVIEW: Mickey Hot Dog and More at Prosperity Bao and Buns in Disney California Adventure – Lunar New Year 2020
Alicia
Prosperity Bao and Buns is a special food booth open from January 17th to February 9th, 2020 for Disney California Adventure’s Lunar New Year 2020 celebration. (And don’t worry, these bao buns won’t come to life on ya, like they do in one of our favorite Pixar shorts!) Prosperity Bao and Buns Booth at Disney …
REVIEW: Fresh and Fruity Lunar New Year Dessert Bao Bun at Lucky Fortune Cookery in Disney California Adventure
Alicia
Bao buns are some of our favorite food––who can say no to stuffed, soft buns filled with our favorite foods? The Lucky Fortune Cookery must’ve been reading our minds when they created a specialty bao bun for the 2020 Lunar New Year festival at Disney California Adventure, and we can’t wait to try this treat! …
REVIEW: New Pork Belly Egg Rolls Shine at Lamplight Lounge for Lunar New Year 2020
Alicia
While strolling through Pixar Pier, we found a special pork belly egg roll at Lamplight Lounge, created for the 2020 Lunar New Year. Described as having tender pork, a spicy mango glaze, pickled carrots, lettuce, cucumber, and pork rinds, this egg roll sounds like a perfect addition to the festival. Menu for Lamplight Lounge at …
PHOTOS: Every Piece of Lunar New Year 2020 Merchandise (with Prices) at Disney California Adventure
We come to you today with every piece of merchandise for the 2020 Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure! There are a variety of unique pieces, so be sure to check them all out in our comprehensive merchandise round-up. Lunar New Year Lantern Wand – $19.99 This cute lantern wand lights up and …
PHOTO: Guests Cheat to Ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland on Opening Day, Forging Fake Boarding Passes
Jessica Figueroa
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opened today in Disneyland to huge crowds of guests, many of which camped out overnight for a chance to be among the first to ride the new attraction. However, the day has transpired far from smoothly, as the ride has gone down multiple times, and the sheer amount of …
REVIEW: Braised Boldness and Sensational Sweets at Cuisine Classique for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
EPCOT describes the Cuisine Classique booth at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts as, “braised dishes inspired by classic art of the 18th and 19th centuries.” A quick glance at the menu suggests there’s a nice balance of delicious bites, desserts, and plenty of wine, so let’s dig in! Menu for Cuisine Classique …
REVIEW: Embrace the Arak at Mosaic Canteen for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
One of our favorite things to do while in the Moroccan pavilion is staring at the gorgeous mosaic art! So, it’s fitting that the food studio in Morocco for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts would be named the Mosaic Canteen. Let’s see if the food lives up to the art form! Menu …
REVIEW: Come for the Classics, Stay for the Chocolate and Beer at The Artist’s Table for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
The Artist’s Table is always a go-to for us during the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. With pretty, but still incredibly savory bites, we’ve always had good luck with this booth and walked away happy. Let’s dig in and see what they’re offering for us this year! Menu for The Artist’s Table at the EPCOT …
PHOTOS: New 1950’s Style Retro Disneyland Popcorn Box Pops into Disneyland Park
Disneyland debuted a new style of popcorn box recently, and it is a great nod to the past. The teal striped box flaunts a retro Disneyland logo that looks like it is straight out of the 1950’s. This marks the second retro snack packaging to debut at the resort recently, with colorful new park icon-based …
REVIEW: Magic Boba Pearls and More at The Painted Panda for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
Back for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is one of our favorite food studios from previous years, the Painted Panda. This booth comes back this year with a brand-new food menu and a new cocktail, which we’re very excited to try! Menu for The Painted Panda at the EPCOT International Festival of …
REVIEW: The Masterpiece Kitchen Misses the Mark at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
“Artistically-plated dishes featuring some of the world’s finest ingredients” is how EPCOT describes The Masterpiece Kitchen food studio for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Well, we here at WDWNT love fine ingredients, so this is sure to be a hit for us! Menu for The Masterpiece Kitchen at the EPCOT International Festival …
REVIEW: You Won’t Go Hungry at El Artista Hambriento for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
El Artista Hambriento has been a staple to EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts since the inception of the festival in 2017. This year, they’re back and with an entirely new menu! Menu for El Artista Hambriento at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Food: Sopes de Barbacoa: Braised Barbacoa Beef served on Fried …
REVIEW: Delectable Delights (and One Rotten Tomato) at L’Art de la Cuisine Française at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
EPCOT describes this Food Studio at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts as, “decorative dishes inspired by the fine art of French cooking.” With some new dishes and an entirely new beverage menu, we’re excited to try this booth! Menu for L’Art de la Cuisine Française at the EPCOT International Festival of the …
REVIEW: Another Disappointing Italian Outing at L’Arte di Mangiare at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
L’Arte di Mangiare, back for its third year for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, is debuting an all-new food menu this year. Boasting that they serve “Baroque-inspired dishes that celebrate the art of eating with dramatic flavors and rich colors,” we were excited to see how these new food items taste… and …
REVIEW: Kawaii Taiyaki is the Star of Goshiki at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
Welcome the new Japanese-themed booth, Goshiki, to the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Goshiki takes the place of Takumi Table, which could have been found in the festival in 2018 and 2019. With a new Food Studio, that means an all-new menu as well, so let’s get to eating! Menu for Goshiki at …
PHOTOS: New Limited Edition Spaceship Earth and Mission: SPACE Attraction Serigraph Posters Now On Sale at EPCOT Festival of the Arts 2020
Jessica Figueroa
EPCOT fans now have a chance to own the highly-coveted attraction posters that debuted at last year’s D23 Expo, thanks to this year’s Festival of the Arts. The two Limited Edition posters honor Mission: SPACE and the classic Spaceship Earth (soon to be known as Spaceship Earth: Our Shared Story) featuring artistic interpretations of each …
PHOTOS: New Kylo Ren TIE Interceptor Souvenir French Fry Bucket Flies Into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
Jessica Figueroa
It’s been quite the week for epic Star Wars-themed popcorn buckets at Disney Parks, and just when we thought we’d seen it all, Disneyland has to upstage us all with the new Kylo Ren TIE Interceptor Popcorn Bucket. This is no ordinary TIE Interceptor. It’s actually Kylo Ren’s modified starfighter known as the TIE Whisper, …
REVIEW: It’s Peanut Butter and Jelly Time at the Funnel Cake Kiosk for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
The Funnel Cake Kiosk always knows the way to our hearts with the fried, delicious funnel cakes. However, they stepped up their game for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts and added a specialty item: a peanut butter and jelly sandwich funnel cake. We’re hoping it tastes as good as it sounds! Menu …
REVIEW: The Musical Float Sings at Fife & Drum for the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
Fife & Drum, one of our favorite standalone kiosks at EPCOT, always seems to get in on the festival fun while one is running in the park. The 2020 International Festival of the Arts is no different, as this year they are offering a Musical Float. With layers of strawberry, lemonade and blue raspberry slushie …
PHOTOS: New Mickey Mouse Musical Ear Hat by Dave Perillo Debuts at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re more of a wearable art kind of person, EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020 has you covered, with the new Mickey Mouse Ear Hat by Disney artist Dave Perillo. The latest addition to the Disney Parks Designer Collection ear headband and hat line, this hat features embroidered Mickey designs, glossy ears, and …
REVIEW: We Can’t Let the Arendelle Aqua Lemonade Go from Block & Hans at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
If you’re thinking this treat sounds familiar, you may be remembering it from the 2019 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, where it was also sold at Block & Hans. The drink must’ve been a hit, as they brought it back for the 2020 Festival of the Arts, so we grabbed it for a re-review, …
REVIEW: Decadent Delights Paints a Beautiful Palate at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
Looking for something to satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than the Decadent Delights booth at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Not only are the treats sweet, but they’re also pretty and totally Intsa-worthy. Menu for Decadent Delights at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Food: White Chocolate and Purple …
