PHOTOS: ‘Chalk Full of Character’ Decals Return, New ‘Luca’ Designs Featured for the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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One of our favorite parts of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts are all the special character decals found around World Showcase. Luckily, they’ve already begun to return for 2022! Germany “Tangled’s” Pascal is up to his old tricks, painting a sun on the side of a shop. This decal has appeared at the … Read more

Mears Connect Raises Price of Express Service, California Grill Unexpectedly Closed Tonight, Construction Begins at Woody’s Lunch Box, & More: Daily Recap (1/11/22)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, January 11, 2022. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Minnie Mouse Now Appearing in World Showcase Gazebo at EPCOT

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Minnie Mouse is now appearing in a distanced “sighting” at the World Showcase gazebo in EPCOT. This gazebo is at the entrance to World Showcase, near the Mexico Pavilion. Minnie has previously been appearing at the front of the park. Guests can see Mickey Mouse indoors at the Magic Eye Theater.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Voices of Liberty Return to The American Adventure Rotunda in EPCOT

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Since the Voices of Liberty a capella group returned to EPCOT in November 2020, they have performed outdoors in the America Gardens Theatre. For the first time since March 2020, guests can catch the group performing inside The American Adventure again. The singers entered while wearing masks, but removed the masks to sing. They remain distanced … Read more

PHOTOS: ‘Bee-Ware’ Signs Added to Joffrey’s Kiosks at EPCOT

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Last month, we reported how bees swarmed the Joffrey’s Kiosk in the Canada Pavilion so badly that it was forced to close. Now there are signs displayed in the kiosks in the America and Canada pavilions telling guests that “Syrups & sauces are temporarily unavailable to reduce the attraction of bees to this location.” Although, … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey Holiday Cookie Photo Op at EPCOT

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At EPCOT today, we spotted this new PhotoPass prop in the shape of a Mickey holiday cookie. Apparently, it looked too good to resist as someone already took a bite out of it. You can take a photo with it right in front of the big Christmas tree as you walk in to World Showcase. … Read more

REVIEW: Cheesy Crab Wontons and Fireworks Cocktail Move to Lotus Blossom Café for 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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With Shanghai Holiday Kitchen out of action in 2021, Lotus Blossom Café is stepping in for the first time to offer seasonal Chinese specialties during the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Menu for Lotus Blossom Café at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Food: House-Made Cheesy Crab Wontons – $7.25 Beverages: … Read more

REVIEW: Yukon Holiday Kitchen Features New “SNICKERS-Doodle Cookie” & More at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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Back for another year at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is the Yukon Holiday Kitchen, a Canadian-inspired kitchen. With maple offerings aplenty, let’s take a look at the menu for this year! Menu for Yukon Holiday Kitchen at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Food: Seared Scallops with Parsnip Silk, … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Storytellers Return for the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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One of the traditions of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is the Storytellers found around World Showcase. Each Storyteller highlights winter holiday traditions and lore from their corresponding country. After their absence at last year’s “Taste of” version of the festival, the festive entertainers have returned. Norway featuring A Mischievous Magical Barn Santa … Read more

REVIEW: Holiday Sweets & Treats Delights at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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Returning to the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is Holiday Sweets & Treats. This kitchen brings guests a peppermint sundae and all of the hot chocolate you could ask for! Menu for Holiday Sweets & Treats Holiday Kitchen at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Food: Peppermint Sundae: Chocolate Ice Cream, … Read more

REVIEW: Turkey Poutine and All-New Coquito Soft-Serve Arrive at the Refreshment Port for the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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The Refreshment Port, a food staple at EPCOT, has added two new items to its menu for the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. The first item is one we look forward to each year: the Turkey Poutine. Along with that is a new soft serve we’re dying to try! Menu for Refreshment Port … Read more

REVIEW: New Enjoyable Carolers’ Cold Brew at Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company for the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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Looking for a new cold brew to try while you walk around EPCOT, enjoying the International Festival of the Holidays? Head over to any Joffrey’s stand around the park and check out the Carolers’ Cold Brew! Menu for the Joffrey’s Kiosks at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays A spirited version is available. Joffrey’s … Read more

REVIEW: Home is Where the Holiday Hearth Desserts Are at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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Last year, Holiday Hearth Desserts made a big impression on us when they debuted their menu for EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays, which included the iconic Spaceship Earth cookie. Let’s take a look at the menu for this year! Menu for Holiday Hearth Desserts at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Food: … Read more

REVIEW: Say ‘Aloha’ to Returning Favorites at Mele Kalikimaka Holiday Kitchen at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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Returning this year to the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is Mele Kalikimaka, a Hawaiian-inspired kitchen. Everyone enjoyed the dishes from this booth last year, and it seems Disney must’ve agreed with us, as the offerings for this year didn’t really change. Menu for Mele Kalikimaka Holiday Kitchen at the 2021 EPCOT International … Read more

REVIEW: Great Grilled Kebabs and Almond Spice Cake from Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina for the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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 â€œTravel to the Morocco Pavilion for delicious kebabs and cocktails” is how Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina is described for the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. We’re excited to give this booth a try with a new menu full of kebabs, cake, and cocktails! Menu for Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina … Read more

REVIEW: Have a Happy Weihnachten With Classic German Dishes from Bavaria Holiday Kitchen at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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Schnitzel, fondue, lager, and more make up the Bavaria Holiday Kitchen menu at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. If you’re looking for German-inspired dishes, you’ve come to the right place! Menu for Bavaria Holiday Kitchen at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Food: Pork Schnitzel with Mushroom Sauce, Spätzle, and … Read more