We’ve been spending a lot of time — like, A LOT — at Animal Kingdom lately. No real surprise there, as it’s home to the brand new land, Pandora — The World of AVATAR. But while entire new lands are always the biggest news, that doesn’t mean things aren’t happening all over the World.
Magic Kingdom Entrance Area
So we thought we’d take a little trip to the Magic Kingdom today!
Magic Kingdom
Of course, you likely already know that Happily Ever After, the new nighttime spectacular, is lighting up the night for Magic Kingdom guests!
Castle Projections — Happily Ever After
The show is a hit, with high crowds still pouring in to see it. Know what else is a hit? The Light Up Cotton Candy which you can grab at a nearby Popcorn Cart to go with the show!
Light Up Cotton Candy
Over in Fantasyland, Cheshire Cafe is serving up a new signature item: the Cheshire Cat Tail!
Cheshire Cafe Partial Menu
They’re essentially Chocolate Danish Twists, decorated with stripes of icing colored to resemble — of course — the Cheshire Cat.
Cheshire Cat Tail
Cheshire Cat Tail
Everyone is excited to get one! And I do mean EVERYONE.
Tigger visiting Cheshire Cafe
Now, I’m not sure if Tigger himself needs any caffeine (he’s naturally bouncy!).
Tigger visiting Cheshire Cafe
But if YOU do, take note that Cold Brew Coffee is now on the menu above, too.
Prince Eric is serving up the new Pretzel Royale at his Village Market.
Prince Eric’s Village Market
Prince Eric’s Village Market Menu
Well, it’s new to Magic Kingdom, that is.
Pretzel Royale
You may already know it as the Jumbo Pretzel from Epcot’s Germany Pavilion.
Look for the Under the Sea Treat — which is actually a cupcake — here, too.
Under the Sea Treat sign
Under the Sea Treat
Under the Sea Treat
Just down the way, Gaston is entertaining his adoring guests with the Tavern’s Trio of Macarons.
Tavern’s Trio of Macarons
Choices are either Pistachio, Raspberry, and Lemon, or Chocolate, Vanilla, and Coffee.
Trios of Macarons
Though you can find the Kingdom of Cute Vinylmation series in Disney Springs (in the Marketplace Co-Op) or in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District, the line is certainly appropriate to feature in a post about Magic Kingdom.
Kingdom of Cute Vinylmation Box
Here’s why:
Cute Space Mountain
Cute Corn Dog
Cute Castle
We were after the Popcorn (read the vintage box story here!) and Dole Whip, naturally.
Kingdom of Cute Box
But we got a second Castle.
Another Cute Castle!
It’s the thrill of the hunt, folks!
We had to “settle” for a REAL Dole Whip instead 😉 …
Souvenir Skull Mug with Dole Whip Float
… in the form of a Dole Whip Float at Aloha Isle, which you can currently get in a Souvenir Skull Mug!
Souvenir Skull Mug Sign at Aloha Isle
You can find almost the same mug at Tortuga Tavern, where it’s filled with a Frozen Fruit Punch Slushy. (Again, I said, “almost.” Find out the differences between the two Skull Mugs here.)
Skull Mug at Tortuga Tavern
Here’s one more new thing you can find at Tortuga Tavern: the Tortuga Island Dessert!
Tortuga Tavern Treasured Treats menu
This surprisingly tasty treat is a chocolate almond cake topped with a red caramel dome, surrounded by blue whipped cream.
Tortuga Island Dessert
Candied sunflower seeds and chocolate gold coins are the finishing touches. Yep, this looks super weird. We thought so, too. But it’s actually REALLY good.
We actually snagged this Pirate Cake Pop at the Main Street Bakery.
Pirate Cake Pop
But clearly it’s custom made for an Adventureland photo op!
Pizza Frusta has hit the futuristic scene in Tomorrowland!
Cool Ship Menu
Stop by Cool Ship for this folded pizza-on-the-go, available in pepperoni and sausage or cheese.
Cheese and Tomato Frusta
Pepperoni and Sausage Frusta
Cool down with a Sno-Cone at the Tomorrowland Snack Cart, post-Frusta.
Snack Cart Menu
Flavor options are Cherry, Blue Raspberry, Grape, and Rainbow.
Now, we have’t tried it… yet.
The Plaza Restaurant sign
But you should know that Plaza Restaurant has added Baked Honey-Barbecued Brisket Mac and Cheese to the menu.
Plaza Restaurant Menu
So… GET THAT.
Wait. So you’re saying that’s not enough Magic Kingdom for you? Well then, here are a few more scenes…
Dapper Dans
Trolley Show
“Share a Coke on Main Street” Specialty Bottle
More Dapper Dans
… from the Most Magical Place on Earth!
See You Real Soon
We’ll see you real soon!
What new item would you most like to try in Magic Kingdom? Please let us know with a comment!
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The sweet treats look yummy, but the folded pizza on the go….not so much! I love the cute little castle. They should sell them as car antenna toppers!
BTW, this was a very enjoyable report! Thanks!
I wonder if that Plaza Mac and cheese will be a good substitute for the pot roast mac and cheese that Friar’s Nook no longer has (still upset about that!).
I love you site. No one else comes close to your quality, in-depth reviews. If I ate everything you review, I’d weigh 300 pounds!
These are the best kind of reports! All positive and what a great look at what’s happening in magic kingdom food-wise 🙂 thanks and hope to see more like this soon! (Maybe Epcot next????…eh???)
Are the macarons a snack credit?
Ron — We do (usually) monthly “What’s New” posts in which we give an overview about everything new we’ve seen recently. Here’s our latest. We should have another post for you soon! 😀
Jeanette — Thank you so much for your kind words! We work hard to bring you the best, and we’re so glad it’s helpful! (And we totally agree about the perils of this job! 😀 )
Karen — We are right there with you! It’s always a shame when a good mac and cheese goes by the wayside :-/
As weird as it looks, the description of the Tortuga dessert sounds awesome-lay yummy.
Are the macarons at Gaston’s the same as the patisserie at Epcot?
Awesome article and great sounding and looking goodies! The Tortuga dessert looks so good!
Went to tortuga today and they said they aren’t carrying that dessert anymore :[
I read your blog daily, however as we only visit WDW once a year, I try not to get too giddy about what I read as there’s no guarantee it’s be available on my next visit in December. I’m hoping the cheshire cat tail is still there in December, fingers crossed.
NurseJackie — Thank you for reading everyday, and I’m so glad to read your comments often! We’ll cross our fingers for you, too! Cheshire Cafe has needed something special since they saw fit to get rid of the cake cups.
Kristina — They’re similar, but I don’t think they’re the same.
Do you know if the kingdom of cute figures are available at Disneyland as we will be visiting there in August. I’ve just shown my nine year old daughter the pictures on here, she nearly deafened me with her squeals over their extreme cuteness..
The best thing for us at Gastons was the pork hock! It perfectly fit the Gaston tavern and was a full , delicious meal. Much better than a turkey leg and great for sharing. So sorry that only sweets are there now. Gaston would be horrified at french danties!