What's New in Epcot — Construction Updates, Baby Yoda Merchandise, and a Pop-up Bar!

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Hi all! We’re back today in Epcot as we gear up for the New Year in Disney World. Of course, Epcot is getting in on the prep for festivities, but there are a few more updates around the park as well. Check out all the ways that Epcot is finishing up 2019 in food, construction, and merchandise!

Epcot Food Updates

World Showcase

First up, there’s a brand new drink over at La Cava del Tequila in the Mexico Pavilion called the Black Magic Margarita. This cocktail is a yummy frozen blend of Mezcal, blackberry puree, cassis liqueur, lime, and mint. What makes this marg so special? The recipe was developed by Neil Patrick Harris himself! Give it a taste for $21.

Black Magic Margarita

Click here to check out our FULL REVIEW of the Black Magic Margarita!

Next up, Pizza al Taglio has reopened in the Italy Pavilion. This seasonally-operated pizza window is a great place to get a taste of the fare of Via Napoli without the time commitment or need for a reservation!

Pizza al Taglio

We tried out the authentic and cheeeesy pepperoni slice (Just look at those pepperoni cups!)…

Pizza al Taglio

…and the to-die-for Arancini (which is basically the most cheesy, crispy, yummy deep-fried rice balls!).

Arancini

Want to know what we thought of the eats at Pizza al Taglio? Click here!

Interestingly enough, we spotted an addition to the menu of the American Holiday Table Holiday Kitchen that’s up for the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays. Now you can grab a glass of the Florida Orange Groves Winery Cranberry Sparkling Wine for $12.

American Holiday Table

Les Vins des Chefs de France added an outdoor pop-up bar location! We’re not sure if this is temporary to accommodate holiday crowds or if it could be a permanent installation so we’ll be sure to keep an eye on it.

Les Vins de France Pop Up Bar

AND we no longer have to limit the options for our caffeine fix as the temporary Starbucks location is now open on the World Showcase. Don’t worry, their pastry case is stocked!

Starbucks Pastry Case

Bonus! We spotted the Mickey Peanut Butter Tart that we love so much is BACK in the ‘Bux case too!

Mickey Peanut Butter Tart

Click here for what we think of the Mickey Peanut Butter Tart!

Epcot Construction Updates

Future World

Movin’ on to construction! You know we had to see if we could spot progress on Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind. There are definitely some signs of work being done but the area is hidden from guest view pretty well so it’s difficult to guess specific progress!

Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster Construction

Click here to see the Guardians of the Galaxy coaster ride vehicles!

The same goes for Space 220 progress. The outside is pretty solidly green now but there isn’t much visible change to the structure. All we know is we can’t WAIT For the projected opening in February.

Space 220 Construction

Want to see recent details for Space 220? Click here!

World Showcase

Over around World Showcase Lagoon, we spotted some construction too! The Italy Pavilion is seeing a pretty serious structure go up in preparation for New Year’s Eve festivities…

Italy Pavilion New Years Eve

…and Regal Eagle Smokehouse in the American Adventure Pavilion is seeing some SERIOUS progress like the patio structure rising above the construction barriers and some altered stairs. It really is starting to look closer to finished!

Regal Eagle Construction

They’ve even got some of the concept picnic tables out on the pavilion. It’s good that things look like they’re wrapping up construction-wise because this restaurant is set to open in December — THAT’S ANY DAY NOW!

Regal Eagle Construction

Click here to see more about the menu at Regal Eagle!

Epcot Merchandise Updates

Mouse Gear

And let’s wrap up our updates with merchandise! At Mouse Gear we cried a little bit when we spotted not one, not two, but THREE Mandalorian shirts featuring The Child (aka BABY YODA). There’s this Ladies Baby Yoda Shirt for $36.99…

Ladies Baby Yoda Shirt

…a spacey black Baby Yoda Shirt for $36.99…

Baby Yoda Shirt

…and, our fave, the Baby Yoda Long Sleeve Shirt for $39.99!

Baby Yoda Long Sleeve Shirt

And — totally best for last — we found the BABY YODA SPIRIT JERSEY had arrived in Disney World! It cost’s $69.99.

Baby Yoda Spirit Jersey

If classic Disney characters are more your style than the little green guy then we spotted a whole bunch of new Retro Parks Collection Pre-Packaged Candy. There are these adorable Crisped Rice Cereal Treats for $15!

Rice Crispy Box

This next treat is great for kiddos. Little ones will love these fun Chocolate Coins for $4.30!

Chocolate Coins

If fruity is more your style, you can opt for the Taffy box for $9.

Taffy Box

OR go ALL OUT for a chocolate lover with this big ol’ $15.99 box of Assorted Chocolate Bars!

Chocolate Bars

Fashionistas and Pirate Lasses alike, get hype! Loungefly has gotten in on the latest Redd color trend with the Redd Loungefly Backpack for $90.

Redd Loungefly Backpack

If you’re not feeling the splurge but still want to rock some Redd apparel, there’s the Mini Redd Loungefly Wristlet for $40! It’s a perfect wallet substitute in the parks.

Redd Mini Loungefly Wristlet

Pin Traders and Camera Center

To match your sparkly Redd merch, there’s also this pretty new Dark Red MagicBand we found at the Camera Center and Pin Traders Shop. Make it yours for $14.99.

Dark Red MagicBand

We also spotted the cutest way to say “Wish you were here!” Send this 2020 Lenticular Postcard to a pal for $3.49.

2020 Lenticular Postcard

France Pavilion

And last but certainly not least, we stopped by the France Pavilion to check in on those gorgeous hand-painted parasols. We spotted this sweet white parasol repping the faces of the France Pavilion and we just had to share how cute it is!

France Pavilion Parasol

And there you have it, pals! That’s everything new in Epcot on food, construction, and merchandise. Check back soon for another update!

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