Hello, everyone, from EPCOT!

We spent a day at the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow to see what’s new and not only did we get to see a QUEEN, but we also saw the first Festival of the Arts tents going up, some new masks, and more!

EPCOT Food Updates

Joffrey’s (near Mouse Gear)

Joffrey’s still has a few holiday donuts available, including the Mint Chocolate Donut.

We’ve seen this one at other Joffrey’s locations throughout the parks.

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Joffrey’s Outside EPCOT

The Joffrey’s outside EPCOT was open late.

We think this is the latest we’ve seen it open since EPCOT’s reopening!

Review! Sip on Holiday Cheer with NEW Joffrey’s Holiday Drinks in Disney World!

EPCOT Experience

We spotted a brand new beer at the EPCOT Experience — Dunder Blixem Winter Ale by Big Storm Brewery.

We haven’t tried this one yet, but it’s described as sweet and spicy!

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San Angel Inn

Over in Mexico, we noticed a slight change to get into the pavilion . Guests can show a Cast Member their reservation for San Angel Inn up to 15 minutes before and bypass the line to get into the pavilion.

So it seems the fastest way to get into the pavilion when it has a long line, is to make an advance dining reservation at San Angel Inn.

Here’s our most recent review of San Angel Inn

Joy of Tea

Joy of Tea had some really long lines while we were at EPCOT.

When you have a craving for a Bubble Milk Tea, it’s worth it!

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Kabuki Cafe

Kabuki Cafe in the Japan Pavilion also had a long line!

It looks like a lot of people had a craving for Kakigori (shaved ice), sushi, beer, sake, or plum wine.

Review: Sake Mists at Kabuki Cafe in Epcot’s Japan Pavilion

Refreshment Outpost

The pre-festival menu has returned. But this might change again once Festival of the Arts begins this week!

The seasonal beer here is a Cinnamon Cider.

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Weinkeller

Over at the Germany Pavilion, we saw that the Gluhwein is now gone from the drinks list at Weinkeller.

Gluhwein is a warm mulled wine and is usually a seasonal item here.

More details about the Gluhwein

Tutto Gusto Bar

Over in Italy, Tutto Gusto now has a grab-and-go drink menu! Salute!

Guests much go through Tutto Italia to enter to bar, and there is also a separate grab & go drink menu you can order from now.

Get more details about Tutto Gusto’s Grab & Go Drink Menu

Funnel Cake Cart

Although it’s a seasonal item, the Sweet Potato Funnel Cake is still available at the Funnel Cake Cart!

To say we loved this funnel cake is an understatement: it’s a funnel cake with Marshmallow Topping, Cinnamon-Sugar, Honey-roasted Pecans, and a Caramel Drizzle. OH, yeah! And you can still grab it for $9.

Read our review of the Sweet Potato Funnel Cake

L’Artisan des Glaces

We wanted some of that yummy goodness of L’Artisan des Glaces but had to wait in a long line to get it.

It was totally worth it, though, because the Raspberry Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich has returned!

We’ll be on the lookout for any other flavors to return to the shop!

See photos of the Raspberry Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich

Les Vins des Chefs de France

There’s also a special champagne available in the France Pavilion while supplies last. Guests can ring in the new year with a glass of New Bollinger Champagne.

A 5 oz. glass will set you back $27.

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Refreshment Port

Refreshment Port has its regular menu back up. The festival poutine is gone, and the regular poutine has replaced it.

The traditional poutine is available for $7.50. But we also noticed something else: the Spike the Bee Spork remains!

The spork is available for $2.50.

More Info on the Seasonal Turkey Poutine and Eggnog With Spice Rum At Refreshment Port in EPCOT

EPCOT Merchandise Updates

Pin Traders

We spotted a very cool Star Wars USB drive…ahem, a Data Storage Unit at Pin Traders!

It even comes with pre-loaded content — maybe it contains a holographic map with the location of the last Jedi Temple! You can grab one now for $34.99.

The Force is Strong With These Limited Edition ‘Star Wars’ Pins in Disney World!

Mouse Gear

We spotted new masks at Mouse Gear, including this I Love Walt Disney World Face Mask!

We also spotted this adorable Groot Mask…

…the Cheshire Cat Mask…

…and the Stitch Mask! He’s up to something mischievous!

There were also two new Star Wars-themed masks, like this Stormtrooper Mask.

And for those who prefer the light side of the Force, there is the May the Force Be With You Mask!

All of these new masks are $9.99.

See more photos of the new face masks here

EPCOT Attraction Updates

Test Track

Test Track was down, but people were still in line for it.

At least a few people took advantage of the waiting to have a seat! We can’t blame them!

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Journey Into Imagination With Figment

Figment has ditched his cute holiday sweater for his previous yellow sweater.

We liked the “imagination” put into the holiday sweater, too, with the original EPCOT logo for the Imagination Pavilion on it. But he’s still looking handsome in his OG outfit!

See photos of Figment back in his OG outfit

Mission Space

There was a LONG line for Mission Space: Orange — the wait time was 110 minutes!

This might be a good time to remind guests that there is a less intense version of the ride called Mission Space: Green that might have a shorter wait time. It’s not QUITE the same experience, but it’s a good option if the line for Orange gets long.

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EPCOT Character Updates

Elsa

The Ice Queen herself, Elsa, came out to say hello to guests at the Norway Pavilion!

There were LOADS of Cast Members around making sure to control traffic and keep things flowing in an orderly manner around her. We’ve seen her out before, but it was nice to see her on our latest visit!

PICS! You Can Meet Anna and Elsa at a Distance in EPCOT

EPCOT Entertainment Updates

Voices of Liberty

We enjoyed listening to the Voices of Liberty during the holidays, but now we’re sad to see they’re no longer listed on the entertainment schedules for the America Gardens Theatre.

But they’ll be back soon because they are performing for the Festival of the Arts, too! We can’t wait!

Voices of Liberty is Returning to EPCOT in 2021 at the Taste of Festival of the Arts!

EPCOT Transportation Updates

Friendship Boats

Now that park hopping has returned, we confirmed that the Friendship Boats are running so you can easily hop from EPCOT and Hollywood Studios and back again!

So park-to-park transportation back! This is such a relaxing way to travel between the two parks, too!

What’s Park Hopping Like in Disney World Now? Here’s EVERYTHING You Need to Know.

EPCOT Miscellaneous Updates

Festival of the Holidays

Although Festival of the Holidays has ended, we still saw the decor up at the front of the park. It’s likely this will just get changed out for Festival of the Arts decor soon, which starts this week!

We also spotted some hidden Olafs still hanging around from the Olaf’s Holiday Traditions Expedition scavenger hunt!

Olaf just wants to be a part of EPCOT year-round to get all the warm hugs!

PHOTOS! We Went On A Holiday Scavenger Hunt with Olaf in EPCOT!

Festival of the Arts

Festival of the Arts tents are starting to go up and we are seeing a few more every day!

We are SO excited for the new festival to start! And we’ll be there reporting on everything, so stay tuned.

Here are the Featured Foods for EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine!

We had a great time exploring all things new at EPCOT! We’ll be back soon, so lookout for the next what’s new where we’ll share even more updates!

Here’s what’s new at Disney Springs

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What’s your favorite festival at EPCOT? Let us know in the comments!

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