Matsuriza, the Japanese Taiko drum performers at the Japan Pavilion, concluded their run at EPCOT on Sunday. Our reporters were at one of their final performances, taking in a finale filled with energy and rhythm. In a post yesterday on one of the performer’s Facebook pages, thanks were given to Walt Disney World for an … Read more
While it was previously revealed that Matsuriza will be coming to an end on March 15th, we’ve also learned via Facebook that the popular British Revolution cover group at the United Kingdom in EPCOT will also be closing tomorrow, March 15th. The popular EPCOT entertainment group also announced this via Facebook. You can read their … Read more
As Walt Disney World prepares to close due to the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, we received more sad news today. According to a Facebook post by a group member, the popular Matsuriza taiko drum group will come to a close on March 15th after 25 years at the Japan pavilion. You can read the full … Read more
With all of the activity that is occurring in EPCOT recently, one of the projects that has near-daily updates is the France Pavilion Expansion in the World Showcase. The new add-on to the existing France Pavilion, which is expected to open this summer, has seen quite a few changes in the last two months alone. … Read more
There’s another new addition to the construction wall family in EPCOT. Yesterday, we spotted Figment adding some fun and imagination to the walls. Today’s focus is entirely on the World Showcase, as characters from “Coco” and “Frozen” take the stage. This new construction wall art covers the demolition of Innoventions West and is located right … Read more
Hei hei (Norwegian for hello) from EPCOT! It’s a lovely winter day at Walt Disney World as cool temperatures and sunshine abound. EPCOT also has construction in abundance, but we’ve gathered up photos covering updates from all elements of the park. Yes, we did say not everything will be construction, but that is pretty much all … Read more
The island breezes have swept in the return of La Isla Fresca to the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. Lamb curry with sweet plantains and rice joins the lineup this year. But is this menu a delight or a dud? Menu for La Isla Fresca at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Food: … Read more
“Venture to Germany for Bavarian bites sure to sate foodies of all ages—every dish is köstlich!” That is how EPCOT describes Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market for the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market at the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Menu for Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market at the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & … Read more
Being a Floridian never tasted so good! With dishes inspired by the sunshine state for the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, and beers from local breweries all around, this booth should give you a taste of the offerings of our wonderful state. Florida Fresh Kitchen at the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden … Read more
Joining the festival family for the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is Magnolia Terrace. This booth centers around a “cozy feeling with some comfort food inspired by the Gulf region,” and with items such as a seafood boil and oysters, we’re excited to welcome this kitchen to the park (and our stomachs!) Magnolia … Read more
Japan is one of our favorite pavilions in all of World Showcase, not only for Mitsukoshi, but also because they constantly have great booths for the many food festivals held around the park. So, let’s dive in Hanami, which is back again for the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, with many new menu … Read more
“Intoxicate taste buds with the exotic flavors of this North African mecca—mysterious Morocco!” That’s how EPCOT promotes the Taste of Marrakesh Kitchen for the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, and since we’ve had good luck with this booth in the past, we’re excited to taste these dishes. Taste of Marrakesh at the 2020 … Read more
The Great White North has taken a trip south for the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, and we aren’t complaining. Bringing some Candian-inspired dishes like seared scallops and a maple pound cake, it’s like we’re visiting Canada without actually having to leave Florida, or EPCOT for that matter. Northern Bloom at the 2020 … Read more
Disney just can’t seem to let the Arendelle Aqua Lemonade go! The Arendelle Aqua Lemonade has become a Block & Hans mainstay during festivals, having previously appeared at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts and the 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. This is the first time at a festival that the beverage is also available in … Read more
In all of our coverage of the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, we noticed a small change that makes a big difference. You may remember this park map from our coverage of the new maps and Festival Passport: Let’s look a little closer: And closer: That’s right, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and the France … Read more
Trowel & Trellis is marking its sophomore outing at the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. Now that Impossible Foods is the “preferred” plant-based meat of the Disney Parks, will we prefer their offerings at this Outdoor Kitchen? Menu for Trowel & Trellis at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Food: Grilled Street Corn … Read more