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Hello from the Animal Kingdom!
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Discovery Island
On Discovery Island, Isle of Java now has the Simba Cupcake. Previously it was only available at Pizzafari, but we’re expecting to see LOTS of Lion King treats over the next few weeks as Disney gears up for the live-action movie’s release in July.
Isle of Java
Click here to read up on the King’s triumphant return the park a few months ago. Honestly, he’s looking a little rough in the Isle of Java case… .
Simba Cupcake at Isle of Java
Guests can also find the Mike Wazowski (with ONE EYE!) Sipper in Discovery Island and elsewhere in the park. Click here to find out where we spotted him.
Mike Wazowski Sipper
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Pandora
Just one menu change in Pandora: Satu’li Canteen has added Orlando I-4 IPA Draft to the menu.
Satu’li Canteen Beer Update
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Africa
In Africa, Harambe Market is still serving the Most Beautiful Cake to go along with….
You Are Most Beautiful Cake still at Harambe Market
…the “You are most beautiful” wall. Cast members are encouraging guests to take selfies with this wall, which is adjacent to a backstage entrance.
Selfie Wall
We noticed these batik-patterned curtains on this visit. They’re blocking that backstage entrance. We’re not sure how long they’ve been in place, but they’re new-to-us!
Curtains covering backstage entrance
Meanwhile in the cutest cupcake ever news: the It’s a Girl! Cupcake is a gender reveal cupcake (not much surprise factor here, but it’s still an adorable concept) for Animal Kingdom’s newborn gorilla!
It’s a Girl Cupcake at Tamu Tamu
We found the cupcake at Tamu Tamu.
It’s a Girl Cupcake at Tamu Tamu
We reviewed the It’s a Girl! Cupcake here! Read all about it!
It’s a Girl Cupcake at Tamu Tamu
Kusafiri is now serving Irish Coffee. It features Proper Twelve Irish Whiskey and Joffrey’s Coffee.
Irish Coffee at Kusafari
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Asia
In Asia, the old smoking area now has a sign letting guests know it’s now smoke free and directing them to the new smoking area “outside the Park entrance.” See our post about the new designated smoking areas here.
No Smoking signs now up in former Asia smoking area
We also noted that Mr. Kamal’s Seasoned Fries — which used to come topped with tzatziki sauce — are still being sold in their Tasting Sampler form. The Tasting Sampler promo ended April 22, but evidently Mr. Kamal liked his new set-up.
Mr. Kamal’s Seasoned Fries kept Sampler set-up
See our coverage of the Tasting Sampler here. Sauce options for the Seasoned Fries include Ketchup, Tandoori Honey Mustard, Saffron Aioli, and Spicy Honey Ketchup.
Mr. Kamal’s Sauce Station
Disney’s Animal Kingdom DinoLand
We just reviewed the Flamingo Cupcake recently (see that review here!), but it’s now also available at Restaurantosaurus!
Flamingo Cupcake now also at Restaurantosaurus
And at Trilo-Bites, guests will now find soft-serve ice cream (in vanilla, chocolate, or twist) and ice cream floats!
Trilo Bites Menu
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Merchandise
We found a TON of Lion King merchandise at Discovery Trading Company. Check it out!
Lion King Merchandise at Discovery Trading Company
There are Simba, Nala, and Pumba plush.
Lion King Plush
Lion King Plush — and Info about Warthogs
Plus you’ll find Simba Figures, too!
Simba Figurine
Simba Figurine
Simba Figurine
If you’re in the market for some Lion King apparel, look no further! First: a tank top hoodie with ears!
Simba Hoodie
Simba Hoodie
And is anyone else getting 80s flashbacks with this tank top fringe?!
Princess of the Savannah Tank
Princess of the Savannah Tank
Rafiki’s on this tee shirt with hoodie.
Rafiki Hoodie
Rafiki Hoodie
This tan Simba shirt is a little more understated (no hood or fringe). 😉
Tan Lion King Tee
Tan Lion King Tee
We’ve seen this Zazu tee at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but it’s so fun we’re sharing it again. Anyone else humming “I’ve got a love-e-ly bunch of coconuts, deedleedee”? Just me?
Zazu Shirt
Zazu Tee
And of course, when you’re at Animal Kingdom, you’ve gotta have a little Hakuna Matata in your step.
Hakuna Matata tee
In addition to the Lion King merch, we found this cute Papa Bear tee featuring Baloo.
Baloo Tee
And neon is back on this Walt Disney World tee.
Neon Walt Disney World Tee
We spotted this “Life’s Not Boring When You’re Exploring” tee at several locations, including a cart across from the Otter Grotto. It’s a youth tee.
Exploring Tee
Exploring Tee
In hat news, you can now wear everyone’s favorite Genie on your head…
Genie Hat at Hat Cart near Tiffins
Genie Hat at Hat Cart near Tiffins
And show your love for Sully with this Monsters, Inc. KITTY! hat.
Monsters, Inc. KITTY! Hat
Monsters, Inc. KITTY! Hat
Monsters, Inc. KITTY! Hat
Both hats can be found at the hat cart across from Tiffins.
And in penguin side-eye news, you can find Steve — star of Disneynature’s Penguins — in plush at Island Mercantile.
Penguin (side eye) at Island Mercantile
There’s also this totally squishable penguin chick, too.
Penguin Chick Island Mercantile
And finally, your Animal Kingdom Moment of Zen:
May we all be as relaxed at this gorilla!
May we all be so relaxed. See ya until our next What’s New at Animal Kingdom!
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Wow! I am excited to buy some of this new merch, I really like the shirts. The “Most beautiful cake” sounds delish! Thank you also for showing prices!