Sunshine Seasons at EPCOT has new rice bowls on their quick service menu, and we tried all three meat and plant-based options. Pork Carnitas – $12.49 Cilantro-Lime Rice, Black Beans, Onions, Peppers, Cotija, and Pico de Gallo The pork is tender and well-cooked, but a little on the bland side. The cheese adds a nice … Read more
After we announced its closing on July 13 for refurbishment, Der Teddybar has reopened as of yesterday at EPCOT, and the Kidcot location has also moved. Der Teddybar Reopens During our visit, we noticed that the Germany Pavilion teddy bear shop Der Teddybar is now reopened after a brief closure. Now that it is back … Read more
During a visit to EPCOT on July 14, we noticed that a large section of river rocks had been restored to the World Celebration reflecting pool, which is currently under refurbishment. Reflecting Pool The reflecting pool draining/refurbishment began in mid-June when we saw the water taken out and river rocks piled together throughout the area. … Read more
A guitar-shaped Loungefly crossbody bag featuring the Three Caballeros has arrived at EPCOT. We spotted it in Plaza de Los Amigos in the Mexico pavilion. Three Caballeros Loungefly – $80 The body of the guitar is a deep purple color, and it has embroidered stitching all throughout. It features flowers, musical notes, and other designs … Read more
The new solar-powered trash cans continue to make their way around World Showcase at EPCOT, now arriving at the Morocco Pavilion. Solar-Powered Trash Cans During our visit today, July 13, we spotted several of the new solar-powered trash cans throughout the Morocco Pavilion area. The two shown above include both a trash and recycling bin. … Read more
The columns outside The American Adventure building are now covered, and the American Heritage Gallery has reopened in EPCOT. American Adventure After noticing that the removed bunting and signage left damage behind on the columns outside The American Adventure building last week, they have now been fully enclosed by refurbishment boxes. We can see above … Read more
We discovered while visiting EPCOT today, July 13, that the restrooms at the Germany Pavilion are currently closed for refurbishment. Germany Pavilion Restrooms The restroom area at the Germany Pavilion is now walled off. We do not know how long the restrooms will be unavailable or the extent of the refurbishment. Disney has not released … Read more
Command Performance, the band that usually performs in EPCOT’s United Kingdom pavilion, has moved to America Gardens Theatre for the summer. Summer Sounds of EPCOT Command Performance has returned to the America Gardens Theatre at EPCOT, bringing British rock favorites to the larger World Showcase venue for another summer engagement. The band ordinarily performs in … Read more
Neither Beak and Barrel nor Geo-82 have walk-up list availability anymore at Walt Disney World, according to the My Disney Experience App (MDE). Walk-Up Lists Removed While we reported the other day that both Beak and Barrel at Magic Kingdom and Geo-82 at EPCOT appeared to be getting walk-up lists shortly, it appears that is … Read more
Jes Willis and Pati Pereira will be signing limited-edition pins at EPCOT during next week’s Pin Tuesday release. Artist Spotlight Disney Pin Release and Signing The artist signing will take place at EPCOT’s Port of Entry shop on Tuesday, July 14, from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 12:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. The following … Read more
After not being operational for the past few days, the split flap sign at EPCOT’s newest eatery is working again. La Poutinerie Sign Now Working Again During our July 9 visit to EPCOT, we noticed the sign at La Poutinerie was working again. Located above one of the building’s pick-up windows, the sign displays Canadian-themed … Read more
Guests can soon join a walk-up list to eat and drink at GEO-82 in EPCOT, providing guests another way to get into the lounge. The Beak and Barrel at Magic Kingdom is also getting a walk-up list soon. GEO-82 Located just behind Spaceship Earth, GEO-82 is a 21+ bar and lounge that opened in EPCOT … Read more
Lotus Blossom Café in the China Pavilion of EPCOT has been undergoing refurbishment this year, one half at a time. The right side of the restaurant is now closed for refurbishment work. Lotus Blossom Café Refurbishment The left half of the restaurant reopened in early July, and the right side is now closed for refurbishment. … Read more
Disney has filed a Notice of Commencement for construction at the Germany Pavilion in EPCOT. Germany Pavilion Construction The permit is for “General Construction” at the pavilion, contracting MSG Legacy Inc.’s RSS Roofing Services & Solutions. It was filed by Disney’s Facility Asset Management (FAM) team. The contractor indicates this is for a roof refurbishment, … Read more
The patriotic bunting and signage have been removed from the columns in front of The American Adventure building in EPCOT, and now it seems there is damage along their sides from the signs that used to hang there. We noticed this damage during a visit this morning, July 8. Columns Damaged Up near the top … Read more
Custom driver’s licenses debuted at EPCOT in May with no signage to indicate what the experience was. However, now guests will be able to easily identify it with the new sign. Signage Added to Test Track Driver’s License Machines There are two photo booths for the experience inside Test Track Gear Shop. Previously, the wall space … Read more
