REVIEW: NEW Fried Risotto Balls and Lobster Ravioli Bring More Disappointment to L’Arte di Mangiare at the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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Historically, we haven’t had good luck with L’Arte di Mangiare, the food studio located in the Italy pavilion during the International Festival of the Arts. However, it’s a new year and we’re trying to be optimistic, so maybe they’ll surprise us with some delicious dishes! Menu for L’Arte di Mangiare at the 2021 Taste of … Read more

REVIEW: Channel Your Inner Warhol with NEW Grilled Cheese and Canned Tomato Soup at Pop Eats! for the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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Pop Eats! is a food studio available during the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. This location usually pairs savory foods with a modern art twist, so let’s check out the menu for this year. Menu for the Pop Eats! at the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Food: … Read more

REVIEW: Delicious Coq au Vin and Off-Key Opera Cake Headline Cuisine Classique for the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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EPCOT asks us to “prepare to be amazed with these hearty braised bites and traditional Old World delights” in regards to the Cusine Classique food booth, a location available in the Germany pavilion during the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Menu for Cuisine Classique at the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International … Read more

REVIEW: Raspberry and Lemon Ice Cream Flavors Debut at Decadent Delights for the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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If you’re looking for a sweet treat during the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, might we suggest heading over and trying the Decadent Delights food booth. This booth is known for its tasty dessert options and refreshing beer selections. This Food Studio is also the home to the completer cookie for … Read more

REVIEW: Upgrade Your French Fries with NEW Lobster Poutine at Refreshment Port for the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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During the food festivals at EPCOT, additional permanent locations around the park will add a specialty item or beverage to their usual lineup of offerings. Last year for the Festival of the Arts, the Refreshment Port served a favorite item of ours, Lobster Chips. This year, it’s become Lobster Poutine, so let’s see if these … Read more

REVIEW: Mosaic Canteen Brings a Lackluster New Menu to Morocco for the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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EPCOT asks us to “savor the bold flavors of Morocco” at the Mosaic Canteen food studio during the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. We found this location to be lackluster last year, so let’s see if they can bring the bold flavors and step it up this year! Menu for Mosaic … Read more

REVIEW: New DIY Stone Garden Dessert Joins Fan-Favorite Sushi Donut, Sake, and More at Goshiki for the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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Goshiki debuted at last year’s EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, and we were delighted with most of what the menu had to offer, including an adorable version of Taiyaki. Let’s see if they can impress us again this year! Menu for Goshiki at the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Food: … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Black Truffle Croissant, Molten Chocolate Cake, and More at L’Art de la Cuisine Française for the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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EPCOT describes this food studio by saying, “discover delightful French treats and baked goods, from savory to sweet,” and that sounds right up our alley, so let’s dig in! Menu for L’Art de la Cuisine Française at the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Food: Crème de Brie en Petit Pain: Warm … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Vibrante & Vívido is Full of Color, But Lacking in Flavor at the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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Vibrante & Vívido is a brand new food studio created for the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. EPCOT describes this studio by saying, “Enjoy bright, fresh flavors in dishes both savory and sweet—like a passion fruit mousse or a chilled seafood cocktail. Pair your food with an island-inspired smoothie, piña colada … Read more

REVIEW: Remy’s Ratatouille and More Festival Favorites from the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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New to the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is Festival Favorites, a booth where favorite dishes from festivals past make their return. This booth was also added to last year’s Food & Wine and Festival of the Holidays, and we enjoyed being able to revisit some of our favorite food and … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 12/29/20 (New “The Emperor’s New Groove” Anniversary Pins, Holiday Merchandise Now 70% Off, Guardians of the Galaxy Facade Work, and More)

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Greetings, World Travelers, from a lovely day here at EPCOT! We stopped by for a quick day at the park to see what might be new in Future World. Let’s get started! It wouldn’t be a normal day at EPCOT without a new Limited Edition pin or two. Today, we found four new Limited Edition … Read more

All Four Walt Disney World Theme Parks Fully Booked on New Year’s Eve for All Pass Types

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If you’re looking to spend New Year’s Eve somewhere special, it’s likely not going to be at a Walt Disney World theme park. All four parks are fully booked for Park Pass reservations on December 31st. As of yesterday, no reservations were available for Annual Passholders, while only EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom remained open … Read more

Sneak Peek at Disney Artwork Coming to Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2021

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The Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts begins January 8. Artist tents are already set up. Now we can see what art will be in those tents. Several artists have previewed what they will be showing and selling during the festival. Jerrod Maruyama Maruyama is bringing four pieces to the festival, including one … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 12/26/20 (Space 220 Construction Walls Down, Wonderland Tea BOGO Sale, A Look Inside Restaurant Marrakesh, and More!)

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Greetings, World Travelers from a very cold day-after-Christmas at EPCOT! Despite the uncharacteristically low temperatures, we were excited to come out to the park and see what new things we could find today. Let’s get started! We started off the day by finding some new Limited Release and Limited Edition pins. The first thing we … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Disney Parks Antenna Topper Set Arrives at Walt Disney World

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Antenna toppers have been a staple at Walt Disney World retail locations for years. They are a fun way to give your car that Disney touch. A new four-piece set of antenna toppers is now available. We found the set at EPCOT inside Pin Traders. Disney Parks Antenna Toppers Four-piece Set — $17.99 The set … Read more

VIDEO: EPCOT’s “Wonders of China” Director Shares Vintage Behind-the-Scenes Footage

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Many Disney fans have memories of Circle-Vison films they’ve enjoyed throughout the years, but sadly, due to its 360° format, very few have been viewable since their closing. But, thanks to director Jeff Blyth, we can now once again enjoy portions of the bygone EPCOT film “Wonders of China”, along with behind-the-scenes footage! Blyth recently … Read more