Guests may notice something different the next time they visit Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop in Disney Springs. For many years, guests could stroll inside the retail portion of the location and would often find a Cast Member distributing chocolate square samples to guests upon entry.
Ghirardelli in Disney Springs
However, that is no longer the case — at least it wasn’t as of January 16th. BUT…we’ve got some updates to this tale to share…(Note that this post has been updated as of January 21st as we follow this developing story, so read on…)
Complimentary Ghirardelli Chocolate
In speaking with a Cast Member to confirm on January 16th, we were informed that samples may still be available, but would be distributed differently. We were told that guests are welcome to ask Cast Members for a sample, and may even be able to choose their favorite from a selection! As always, your mileage will vary depending on what cast member you speak to. We’ve heard from readers who have experienced both positive and negative outcomes.
Pumpkin Spice Caramel Square
However! We have updated this post to share that not only are we hearing reports that the previous distribution of samples to all guests has resumed — but a member of the DFB team even received a sample upon walking into the store over this weekend! (The picture below was taken on January 19th.)
Samples being distributed
So, we don’t know exactly what’s happening or how long this return to the old distribution style will continue. But it sure is fun to watch and we’ll keep you posted!
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About two weeks ago, the California Adventure location was distributing them at the register. I didn’t know if this might be part of a change or lack of coverage that day but I didn’t get one until I ordered something.
I was there on the 12th and not only did I still receive a sample at the door, but they were handing everyone two! lol They were still the peppermint bark ones.
We were there on Tuesday and told no more samples even after we asked.
We were there yesterday and I went in expecting a sample. I asked a cast member where we could get one and she said they are no longer having samples. We were very nice and polite and had cute kids who looked very dissapointed so I’m sure if they still were handing them out to those who asked, we would have gotten one. So it looks like no more samples. So sad!