Where at Disney Parks Can You Find…
posted on May 7th, 2012 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
Seen this saw? If so, you’re in good shape to ID this week’s mystery puzzler. It’s right there in the open and hard to miss on a stroll around Disney Parks, if you’re looking in the right direction. Have you seen this? Please put your answers in the comments and we’ll update the post with the answer later today.
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HGTV Design Star Winner Antonio Ballatore Stops by the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival This Weekend
posted on May 4th, 2012 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager
Antonio Ballatore, Season 4 winner of HGTV Design Star and host of The Antonio Treatment on HGTV, makes a first-time appearance at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival this weekend, May 4- 6 at 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. each day. He’ll share with guests some secrets to designing outside the box and offer inspiration for personalizing and customizing a space.
Antonio is part of the line-up of HGTV and DIY Network stars offering design tips every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the festival presented by HGTV, now through May 20, 2012.
Blues Traveler, Smash Mouth and More Set for ‘Eat to the Beat’ Concert Series This Fall at Epcot
posted on May 4th, 2012 by Charles Stovall, Public Relations, Manager
Even though summer is rapidly approaching us in Florida, we are already starting to plan for fall.
We are excited to announce this year’s lineup for the “Eat to the Beat” Concert Series at the 17th annual Epcot International Food and Wine Festival (talent/dates subject to change):
- 9/28-9/30: Night Ranger
- 10/1-10/3: Sugar Ray
- 10/4- 10/7: STARSHIP starring Mickey Thomas
- 10/8-10/10: Boyz II Men
- 10/11-10/12: Smash Mouth
- 10/13-10/14: Javier Colon, winner of “The Voice”
- 10/15-10/17: Air Supply
- 10/18-10/19: Gin Blossoms
- 10/20-10/21: Survivor
- 10/22-10/23: Hanson
- 10/24-10/25: The Pointer Sisters
- 10/26-10/28: Sister Hazel
- 10/29-10/31: Billy Ocean
- 11/1-11/2: 38 Special
- 11/3-11/4: Howard Jones LIVE
- 11/5-11/6: Blues Traveler
- 11/7-11/8: Dennis DeYoung, original member of the group STYX
- 11/9-11/11: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival will run from September 28 – November 11, 2012. Continue to check back at the Disney Parks Blog and Disneyworld.com/foodandwine for more details on this year’s festival.
Vintage Walt Disney World: Mexico Pavilion in the 1980s
posted on May 3rd, 2012 by Nate Rasmussen, Archivist, Marketing Resource Center
I started sharing vintage images from the Marketing Resource Center almost one year ago today here on the Disney Parks Blog. My very first post was a construction photo of Mexico Pavilion in honor of Cinco de Mayo.
I thought it would be fitting to share a look at the Mexico Pavilion again, as Cinco de Mayo approaches this weekend. Here’s a look at the Mexico Pavilion prior to opening in May 1982.
While the area has seen a few changes over the years (El Gran Fiesta Boat Tour, La Hacienda de San Angel), the same pyramid has greeted guests entering the World Showcase since opening day.
For anyone visiting Epcot this Cinco de Mayo (and are of legal age), have a margarita for me to toast another year of Vintage Walt Disney World posts to come.
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Festivities Open Tutto Italia, Tutto Gusto at Italy Pavilion at Epcot
posted on May 1st, 2012 by Pam Brandon, Disney Parks Food Writer
With a flourish of confetti, Italian music, and, of course, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Tutto Italia in the Italy Pavilion at Epcot reopens its doors today after a major renovation, along with the new Tutto Gusto wine cellar next door.
The restaurant staff added to the celebration with tambourines, while Chef Joachim Splichal, founder of Patina Restaurant Group; Erin Youngs, vice president of Epcot; and Nick Valenti, CEO of Patina Restaurant Group, did the honors of cutting the ribbon to officially open the two venues, operated by Patina. Guests were welcomed inside for sparkling water, a little bubbly and a first look at Tutto Gusto.
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For reservations at Tutto Italia, call 407-WDW-DINE. Tutto Gusto does not take reservations.
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Where at Disney Parks Can You Find…
posted on May 1st, 2012 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
Since many of you jumped all over the correct answer for last week’s mystery puzzler, we’ve found an image that’ll likely require some “brain power” to solve. If you’re stumped, focus on the reflections – they may just lead to the clues you need to ID our shiny object.
New Wine Cellar, Spiffed-Up Tutto Italia Open May 1 at Italy at Epcot
posted on April 30th, 2012 by Pam Brandon, Disney Parks Food Writer
Construction walls come down tomorrow, and guests already are making reservations for Tutto Italia Ristorante, one of the most popular restaurants at Epcot that’s been closed for refurbishment. Joining the beautiful restaurant is Tutto Gusto wine cellar, where small plates and more than 200 Italian wines, beers, grappas and coffee drinks are on the all-new menu.
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The makeover gives Tutto Italia a more expansive feel, with covered outdoor seating for 45 with ceiling fans and lighting, and pretty new carpet, dark-wood booths and spacious banquettes replacing some of the tables in the dining room. The lovely wall murals and elegant chandeliers remain.
Just to the right of the restaurant is Tutto Gusto, accessible through Tutto Italia or through its own entrance. The décor is rustic, with wood-beam ceiling, brick arches and stone flooring, reminiscent of a traditional Italian wine cellar. A long bar is the centerpiece of the room, with wall sconces, a fireplace, and other classic touches.
We got a sneak preview of the Tutto Gusto menu, and each small dish is simple and delicious, perfect for an afternoon or evening respite. It’s hard to choose, with charcuterie and cheeses, including three varieties of mozzarella; mini-paninis, cavatappi (corkscrew) pasta with three different presentations; and eight small plates with everything from seafood salad to polenta with mushrooms and fontina cheese, and steamed mussels in white wine.
We’ll visit Tutto Italia’s new menu for an upcoming post – but we’re really excited about the gluten-free menu that shows it’s not just an afterthought, with entrées including rice pasta pomodoro, risotto, and a salmon filet with artichokes, potatoes and olives.
Now there are three distinct dining experiences at the Italy Pavilion – Via Napoli (for the world’s best pizza), Tutto Italia and Tutto Gusto. Tutto Gusto is not on the Disney Dining Plan. For reservations for Tutto Italia or Via Napoli (no reservations accepted for Tutto Gusto), call 407-WDW-DINE.
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New Renderings Depict a Reimagined Test Track at Epcot
posted on April 27th, 2012 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager
Many of you have asked for an update on what’s going on at Test Track at Epcot, and we’re happy to announce that new renderings were just released by Walt Disney Imagineering this morning!
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When complete, the reimagining of this attraction will allow guests to design their own custom concept vehicle, and then put it through its paces on the exhilarating hills and switchbacks of the Test Track circuit. In the post-show, guests can make a TV commercial featuring their concept car or truck, race their car or truck on our virtual track and take a picture with their custom concept vehicle.
The attraction is currently scheduled to reopen late fall.
What do you think?
‘Phineas and Ferb’ VIPs Tour Epcot as Imagineers Prep Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure
posted on April 26th, 2012 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager
Hey, where’s Perry? He’s at Epcot!
While the new Epcot attraction, Disney Phineas & Ferb: Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure, won’t open until later this summer, three big talents behind the hit Disney Channel and Disney XD animated series got a sneak peek on Wednesday – along with Agent P himself! Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh are co-creators of “Phineas and Ferb” and actor Vincent Martella gives voice to Phineas Flynn. The trio toured World Showcase as Walt Disney Imagineering revealed some of the new attraction’s secrets – and then swore them to secrecy.
The game is based on the wily secret-agent alter-ego of Phineas and Ferb’s pet, Perry the Platypus. Transforming into secret agents, Epcot guests will use a F.O.N.E. (Field Operative Notification Equipment) to scour World Showcase for clues, evil “Inators” and – with a little bit of luck – help Agent P defeat his nemesis, Dr. Doofenschmirtz.
(Disclaimer: The statue of Dr. Doofenschmirtz you see at the end of the video was part of a Walt Disney Imagineering test, and was taken out before guests arrived for the day.)
Although Phineas and Ferb greet guests daily at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure is the first time these characters have been part of an attraction at Walt Disney World Resort.
In addition to creating “Phineas and Ferb,” you can also hear Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh on episodes of the show. Dan writes and performs songs, as well as providing the voice of Dr. Doofenschmirtz. Swampy also writes songs and voices Major Monogram.
Where at Disney Parks Can You Find…
posted on April 24th, 2012 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
Wake up! It’s time to open your eyes and see if you can solve this week’s mystery puzzler. Our latest image features a face you won’t forget if you’ve seen it at Disney Parks. And it’s easy to spot if you know where to look. Do you know where? Please put your answers in the comments and we’ll update the post with the answer later today.
