food IS a theme park
Refreshment Port at EPCOT, near the Canada Pavilion, has been closed for refurbishment for a while now — but we didn’t know why.
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Well, we officially do know why now, as it was just revealed that Refreshment Port will reopen as La Poutinerie!
Think you know everything about Disney World? Think again.
Cinderella Castle
There’s a whole world of hidden tricks, little-known perks, and insider strategies that most guests walk right past. From surprise character encounters to scoring last-minute tables at the most in-demand restaurants, and even unlocking discounts that aren’t widely advertised. Disney doesn’t always make these things easy to find… but that’s where we at DFB come in. Get ready because we’re spilling the secrets that can totally change your next trip.
Who doesn’t love eating their way around World Showcase? And the cool thing is that you can get food and drinks OUTSIDE of each pavilion’s restaurants. Many of the pavilions have shops that also feature snacks and drinks from their host countries, too!
Frozen Wafer Sandwich
Well, one of our favorite spots to shop for such snacks is at Mitsukoshi in the Japan Pavilion. Here, you’ll find LOADS of Japanese treats, and well, we just found some new frozen treats that we HAD to try, although one was actually sweet potato-flavored. Let’s take a look at these treats, and we’ll give you our honest thoughts.
Norway doesn’t get nearly enough credit as a snack destination in EPCOT.
Kringla Bakeri og Cafe in the Norway Pavilion
Sure, everyone knows about the School Bread and the Lefse, but tucked inside Kringla Bakeri og Cafe is a chocolate chip cookie that honestly might be one of the sleeper hits of the entire World Showcase. We grabbed the Triple Chocolate Chip Cookie for $6.49, and we have some thoughts.
When it comes to Disney World’s theme parks, there’s arguably none better known for its dining than EPCOT. From the cross-cultural restaurants of the World Showcase to the park’s annual International Food & Wine Festival, cuisine is arguably its calling card.
Galaxy Spritz
However, from our experience, the hardest reservation to get in the park isn’t at a restaurant set in one of World Showcase’s eleven themed international pavilions. In fact, it’s not set on Earth at all.
Disney World is a funny place these days. It feels like there are things constantly changing throughout the parks. There are new rides on the horizon, new lands coming soon, and more.
China Pavilion at EPCOT
During this period of change, Disney has also been dropping lots of discounts throughout the year! While you might save a little bit on your hotel room, you’re also going to be paying a little bit more in the China Pavilion in EPCOT.
I’m here to spill the best Lightning Lane strategy for EPCOT, so listen up!
Journey Into Imagination with Figment Lightning Lane
This park tends to get a little controversial when it comes to Lightning Lanes, with some people saying you need them to have a successful day and others disagreeing vehemently. We’ve tested the system in this park countless times, and we’re here to tell you the TRUTH.
Disney World is going through some MASSIVE changes right now, between new lands, rides, restaurants, and a whole lot more.
EPCOT
While most of those changes are still a ways away, updates are coming even sooner to EPCOT. Whether you already have a trip to this park planned for this summer or are still thinking about making the jump, trust us when we say you’re going to want to check out these changes coming to EPCOT soon!
The 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival has been underway for a while now, but there are still NEW menu items to try!
EPCOT Farmers Feast
We love trying out all of the Outdoor Kitchens (aka food booths) featured during this EPCOT festival, and one booth actually changes throughout! Come with us to EPCOT Farmers Feast to try the NEW Springtime menu!
Tucked inside the Morocco Pavilion at EPCOT, Restaurant Marrakesh has long been a hidden gem that has been closed for years, and we have the perfect idea to revitalize it.
Morocco Pavilion in EPCOT
Since the closing of Disney World in 2020, this once vibrant dining spot has remained largely closed, only occasionally reopening as overflow seating during festivals like the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival or as a lounge space for Annual Passholders. And while we’ve appreciated having access to the space in any capacity, we can’t help but feel like it’s time for something more permanent. and honestly, something transformative.
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