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: 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: Red Velvet Funnel Cake with Pixie Dust at the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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The Funnel Cake Kiosk is a favorite of ours during the different festivals around EPCOT, as they always add a special dish to their menu. For the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts they’ve created a Red Velvet funnel cake that’s covered in “pixie dust” and we’re very excited to try this. … 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

PHOTOS: New Champagne Bar Opens at Morocco Pavilion, “Explore Morocco” Sign Removed as Disney Takeover Continues at EPCOT

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As Disney continues to take over operations of the Morocco Pavilion in EPCOT, a new bar has opened up in the outdoor seating area next to Tangierine Cafe. The bar is selling various champagnes and beer (plus bottled water). There are separate carts for ordering and for picking up your drink. There is a 1 … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction on New Food Kiosk in the Italy Pavilion Goes Vertical at EPCOT

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Progress is being made on the new Italy Pavilion food kiosk in World Showcase. Over the construction walls you can see the beginnings of a new structure. This is likely the rear wall of the new kiosk. A ladder leans on the concrete form, the beginning of construction on the new food kiosk at the … Read more

PHOTOS: Morocco Pavilion Continues its Reopening Under New Disney Management at EPCOT

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With the Morocco Pavilion at EPCOT now under Disney’s control, the pavilion is seeing a few changes. Spice Road Table reopened today, but most of the rest of the pavilion remains closed. New theming details have been added to Spice Road Table, which also debuted a new menu today. Spice Road Table is not utilizing … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Massive Barge for “Harmonious” Now Staged in World Showcase Lagoon; New Signage Added at EPCOT

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As we previously saw in photos shared by Imagineer Zach Riddley, the first of five barges for EPCOT’s upcoming nighttime spectacular Harmonious is now in place in World Showcase Lagoon. The barges will be permanent fixtures acting as fountains during the day. We toured around World Showcase to look at the barge from all angles. … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Norway Pavilion Apparel and Merchandise Arrives at EPCOT

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Celebrate the spirit of Norway this winter with new apparel available at the Norway Pavilion in EPCOT. All of this new winter wear can be found in The Fjording. Long-Sleeve Pocket Tee – $39.99 “Visit Norway” Tee – $24.99 We’ve seen some ski-themed Mickey Mouse merchandise before. Long-Sleeve Tee – $34.99 Minnie Mouse Women’s Tee … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 12/6/20 (Guardians of the Galaxy Construction, PLAY! Pavilion Lives On, A Gutted Innoventions, Joy & Winnie the Pooh Get Christmas Presents, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Final Details, and Merchandise Galore)

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Hallo from EPCOT on another lovely autumn day! We’ve got a packed day filled with loads of new World Showcase merchandise, as well as our regular construction updates, and a sprinkling of Disney characters throughout the day. Let’s check out what’s new in EPCOT. First thing in the morning — well, the EPCOT morning — … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Italy Pavilion Merchandise Collection Now Available at EPCOT

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We’ve seen a plethora of new Italy Pavilion merchandise at EPCOT this fall, including pizza ears and a pizza purse. Now the entire pizza collection and “La Vita E Bella” collection are available! Keep reading for every item. Italy Treats Tank Top – $29.99 Youth “Amore” Shirt – $29.99 Italy Leggings – $39.99 Italia Luggage … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW “The Three Caballeros” and Mickey & Minnie Merchandise Arrives at the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT

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The Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT has a plethora of new merchandise, including shirts, an ornament, and more. These new items feature the pavilion’s logo, as well as Mickey and Minnie in their animated style—almost like the “Felíz Cumpleaños” short. There’s even a full set of “The Three Caballeros” merch! Let’s take a closer look. Cropped … Read more

PHOTOS: Plastic Dividers Installed on Friendship Boats at EPCOT

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The Friendship Boats that sail across World Showcase Lagoon resumed operation with social distancing measures immediately after EPCOT reopened in July. The boats now have an extra precaution of Plexiglass dividers between each row, which allows for a higher capacity. The Plexiglass dividers are similar to those we’ve seen on some attractions, such as Star … Read more

REVIEW: Spice Up Your Life with the Sapphire Holiday Kitchen at the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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While Morocco has seen its fair share of issues this year, that hasn’t stopped Disney from opening the Sapphire Holiday Kitchen for the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Menu for Sapphire Holiday Kitchen at the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Food: Grilled Lamb Kefta Kebab and Grapes … Read more