Mexico is one of my favorite pavilions in Epcot! Why? You will find out soon!
Food: Mexico has some great food. The pavilion has a pyramid with a restaurant outside of the pyramid called La Hacienda De San Angel and a restaurant inside of the pyramid called San Angel Inn Restaurante.
At La Hacienda, you can eat and watch the fireworks at the same time! I like San Angel Inn better because they have good quesadillas and you can watch the boats from the Grand Fiesta Tour sail by you as you eat. These restaurants are part of the reason why I love this pavilion so much.
Shopping: Inside the pyramid, they have a shopping place with skulls, skeletons, shirts, glasses, and many more things from Mexico. This is a very nice place to shop or if you just want to look around.
Entertainment: Next to San Angel Inn, there is a ride called the Grand Fiesta Tour! This is a very fun and relaxing ride where The Three Caballeros (Panchito Pistoles, Jose Carioca, and Donald Duck) want to perform a song, but they lose Donald Duck! They go through many places to find him. Then, near the end of the ride, they finally find Donald! After all that, they eventually perform. This ride is another reason why I love this pavilion.
Outside the pyramid, you can take pictures with Donald, who is dressed in Mexican clothes.
Also, next to La Hacienda De San Angel, a band performs Mexican songs. There is always a crowd enjoying the music.
I hope you enjoyed my review of the Mexican pavilion.
It’s time to review Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness!
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Before I get into the review, I would like to warn you that there WILL BE SPOILERS for Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness.
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Doctor Strange has cast a spell that opens up the multiverse. This causes chaos. Soon, a big threat comes and may be too powerful to defeat.
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This movie was intense and very confusing. The confusing part was understanding what was going on in the multiverse.
I was really looking forward to seeing Wanda because she is one of my favorite characters, but I was kind of disappointed. In my opinion, Wanda was too evil in this movie. I thought that Wanda would be the villain in the beginning and then join Doctor Strange’s side once a bigger threat came. I was not expecting Wanda to be evil the whole movie.
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This movie can get pretty creepy, so if you are someone who gets scared easily I would not recommend seeing this movie.
I give Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness 3 Mickey Bars. This movie is super confusing and the ending disappointed me.
Before we get into the review, I would like to warn you that this review HAS SPOILERS for The Book of Boba Fett show.
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This show starts off with Boba Fett claiming Jabba The Hutt’s territory. He is trying to gain respect from people and we also see flashbacks of how he survived falling into the Sarlacc Pit. We also learn how he survived in Tatooine with the Tusken Raiders. I did enjoy learning more about the Tusken Raiders and seeing the world from their point of view. I also think that the Tusken Raiders were killed off too early in the show. We spent so much time in the first few episodes learning about them and then they were just killed off so the plot could move forward.
Boba Fett with the Tuskan Raiders. / Photo belongs to the Walt Disney World Company.
I would give The Book of Boba Fett 3 Mickey Bars. I did like this show, but not because of Boba Fett. Boba Fett was really boring and he barely did anything. I felt like most of the other characters in this show were more interesting then him. Also, once The Mandalorian was in the show I felt like it started becoming more about The Mandalorian and less about Boba Fett.
I was really happy to see Grogu and was totally not expecting to see him. My favorite episode was when The Mandalorian went on a mission to see Grogu and we get to see him training with Luke Skywalker.
Grogu training with Luke Skywalker. / Photo belongs to the Walt Disney World Company.
I was shocked to see Cade Bane and I do not think he is dead. Why would they bring back such a big character and then kill him after two episodes?
If you are a Star Wars fan, I would recommend that you watch The Book of Boba Fett!
I saw Spider Man: No Way Home in the movie theaters and am excited to be reviewing it for you!
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Before we get into the review, I would like to warn you that this review HAS SPOILERS for Spider Man: No Way Home.
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Spider Man: No Way Home starts off right where Spider Man: Far From Home leaves of with Mysterio revealing that Spider Man is Peter Parker.
Peter Parker then goes to see Doctor Strange and asks him if it is possible to do a spell where everyone forgets that Peter Parker is Spider Man. While Doctor Strange is working on the spell, Peter Parker messes everything up by saying that he still wants certain people to remember that he is Spider Man. This ruins the spell and creates the Multiverse of Madness.
I did really like seeing all three Spider Mans together in the movie. I think the other two Spider Mans brought a lot of comedy relief which was definitely needed.
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I also liked seeing all the different villains from the other Spider Man movies and seeing things from their perspective. Most of the villains in this movie never wanted to become villains, just the evil parts of themselves took over.
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I am going to be completely honest with you. This movie made me so sad. When Aunt May died, I cried. The saddest part for me was when Doctor Strange finally is able to do the spell where everyone forgets that Peter Parker is Spider Man. Everyone also forgets who Peter Parker is. Now, Peter Parker lives by himself and nobody knows him. Isn’t that so sad?!
Shang-Chi And The Legend of The Ten Rings is a Marvel movie that is now in the movie theaters! Update: Shang-Chi And The Legend of The Ten Rings is now on Disney+.
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On Labor Day, I got to see this movie in the movie theaters and can’t wait to review it for you!
Before we get into the review I would like to tell you that this review CONTAINS SPOILERS for Shang-Chi And The Legend of The Ten Rings.
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When Shang-Chi was a kid his mom died. His dad then decided to train Shang-Chi to become an assassin. Shang-Chi’s father became cruel and Shang-Chi ran away when he was fourteen.
Now, Shang Chi has to return to his past and confront his father and the sister he left behind.
I really enjoyed this movie because I loved all the martial arts fighting. It made this movie unique and the scenery was stunning.
There are a lot of twists and turns in this movie that keep you on the edge of your seat.
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I also liked how unlike Black Widow, this movie had a lot of funny moments. My favorite person in this movie was Katy because she was hilarious.
My favorite person in the movie, Katy. / Photo belongs to the Walt Disney World Company.
I give Shang-Chi And The Legend of The Ten Rings 4 Mickey Bars! I will warn you that this movie does get very sad, so be prepared!
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If you are staying at a Disney hotel then you might see some Disney characters around your resort in their EARidescent outfits during The World’s Most Magical Celebration.
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Their outfits are really pretty so don’t forget to take a lot of pictures!
The World’s Most Magical Celebration will start in Disney World on October 1, 2021. I have talked to you before about this event and now I have more news to tell you about this 18 month event!
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Disney Enchantment will be a nighttime show that will start on October 1st in Magic Kingdom. Disney Enchantment invites you to believe in magic through music, lighting, fireworks, and projection effects from Cinderella’s Castle all the way to Main Street, U.S.A.
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Over in Epcot, Harmonious will start on October 1st as well. This will be one of the largest nighttime spectaculars ever created for a Disney park! This show will be at World Showcase Lagoon. You will get to hear Disney songs in other languages by 240 artists from around the world.
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What about Animal Kingdom? New daytime entertainment is coming to Animal Kingdom. It will be called Disney KiteTails and will happen several times during the day starting October 1st at the Discovery River Amphitheater. Performers are going to fly windcatchers and kites that will look like animals from Disney movies.
Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will be your hosts for The World’s Most Magical Celebration and they will be wearing their new stunning outfits! Daisy, Donald, Goofy, Pluto and Chip ‘n’ Dale will also be wearing new outfits. You will be able to see them all in the new Mickey’s Celebration Cavalcade.
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Mickey, Minnie, Daisy, Donald, Goofy, Pluto, Chip ‘n’ Dale will also get golden character sculptures of themselves! They aren’t the only ones getting golden sculptures of themselves. There will be 50 golden character sculptures that will be at the four parks.
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As we get more information about The World’s Most Magical Celebration, I will keep you updated!
May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and Disney World is celebrating!
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At Magic Kingdom, you can still see Mulan and Moana on the character cavalcades and at the train station.
In Epcot, Mulan is joining the Princess Promenade at the World Showcase.
In Hollywood Studios, Mira, from a Disney Junior show called Mira, Royal Detective, is joining the Disney Junior Motorcade from now until late June.
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At Animal Kingdom, a Moana sand sculpture will be on Discovery Island in mid May. You can even learn how to draw Tuk Tuk from Raya And The Last Dragon and Pua from Moana at The Animation Experience at Conservation Station!
At Disney World Resort Hotels the Movies Under The Stars will come back. Movies Under The Stars lets you watch movies outside that show Asian American and Pacific Islander communities and cultures. These movies include Big Hero 6, Moana, Mulan, and Lilo and Stitch.
The Red Bean Ice Float can be found at the Lotus Blossom Cafe in the China pavilion all month long. This drink was originally popularized in Hong Kong and it is made with sweetened Chinese red beans, milk, crushed up ice, and vanilla ice cream.
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Another thing you can get at Lotus Blossom Cafe is Char Siu with Rice. Char Siu in Chinese or Cha Shao in Mandarin means fork roast. This is a Cantonese style barbecue pork dish popularized in Hong Kong and in ethnic Chinese communities all over the world. It is an iconic item at Chinatown restaurants all over The United States. Just looking at this dish is making me hungry!
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There is a calligraphy demonstration every Wednesday in May from 2 to 3 pm EST and 6 to 7 pm EST at House of Good Fortune. The House of Good Fortune is showing the history and significance of Chinese Calligraphy.
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The Japan pavilion shares Japanese culture all year! Mitsukoshi Department Store has traditional Japanese architecture and design as well as Kimonos and Kawaii from Japan. This store has popular Japanese toys, clothing, incense, and snacks.
Japanese snacks!
You should definitely check out this store because it is ginormous and you will find something in the store that you like.
While your in the Japan pavilion, don’t forget to check out Teppan Edo which serves sushi and hibachi and Katsura Grill that has miso-glazed chicken wings, okonomiyaki fries, ramen, sushi, and teriyaki chicken.
Disney Springs is celebrating in many different ways and one of those ways is with Chef Jessi Sudsa-nguan who is the pastry chef at Amorette’s Patisserie. Chef Jessi is from Bangkok, Thailand and has been working for the Walt Disney World Resort for over 30 years.
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She has created a special treat for this month! The treat is a Jasmine Tea Cream Tart. It is a light dessert that has fruit gelee and a butter and nut cookie crust in honor of her favorite Asian teas and flavors with a twist.
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Also at Amorette’s Patisserie, you can get the Mulan Petit Cake. The flavors are matcha chiffon, lemon chiffon, honey-ginger mousse, lemon curd, lemon-ginger streusel, and green tea simple syrup.
You can get the Matcha Yuzu Ganache Square at The Ganachery. The flavors are green tea and yuzu dark chocolate ganache.
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At The Daily Poutine you can get Korean BBQ Fries. That is Korean-style bulgogi pulled pork and kimchi with Sriracha aïoli and topped with French Fries.
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The restaurant Morimoto Asia, located in Disney Springs, is led by Japanese Master Chef Masaharu Morimoto. The menu at this restuarant has his take on Chinese, Japanese, and Korean dishes. This month you can enjoy the following dishes at Morimoto Asia.
Lomilomi is a salmon tartare with tomatoes, onions, and scallions.
Loco Moco is a traditional Hawaiian burger rice bowl made with a blend of filet and A5 wagyu topped with an egg and teriyaki mushroom gravy.
Saimin is a Hawaiian style ramen with a dashi shrimp broth, thin noodles, and roasted pork. This dish is available at Morimoto Asia Street Food.
Halo-Halo is a Filipino shaved ice dessert with flavored jellies and fruit.
You can also go to YeSake to try some Japanese street food and Asian inspired drinks including Karaage, Taiyaki, Chicken Buns, Ahi Tuna Poke Bowls, Bubble Teas, Sake Sushi, and more!
Don’t forget to go see the artist spotlight series at The Art of Disney. This series is focusing on Asian Pacific American filmmakers, artists, authors, and screen writers who have or are working at Walt Disney Animation Studios. These people include Qui Nguyen, Mohit Kallianpur, Fawn Veerasunthorn, Willie Ito, Gyo Fujikawa, Milton Quon, and Disney Legend Tyrus Wong.
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You can shop at Basin whose portion of sales go to the AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Community Fund.
Over at Disney Springs West Side you should go check out the art piece that was inspired by Raya And The Last Dragon. This stunning artwork was created by Xiao Qing Chen outside of AMC Theaters.
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The artwork is inspired by Raya’s Malaysian heritage and celebrates diversity.
You should definitely come to Disney World right now to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month!
Disney World has many amazing live shows and today I will be sharing with you my favorite ones!
5. My fifth favorite live show is The Jeweled Dragon Acrobats in the China pavilion. This live show is actually performed by kids! This show even made my list of My Top Five Favorite Things To Do In The China Pavilion. Update: Due to the corona virus, The Jeweled Dragon Acrobats is currently closed.
4. My forth favorite live show is Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage in Magic Kingdom. You get a retelling of the Beauty and the Beast story in the form of a musical. Now if this show is outside, why is it in front of The Jeweled Dragon Acrobats in my ranking? Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage has a cover and many fans that will help you stay cool. This show is great and Gaston is really funny! Update: Due to the corona virus, Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage is currently closed.
Gaston being Gaston.
3. My third favorite live show is Frozen Sing Along in Hollywood Studios. Princess Anna is trying to find her sister Queen Elsa and to pass the time the storytellers of Arendelle tell you the Frozen story. I really like all the jokes that the storytellers say and sometimes they even make each other start laughing. Even if you aren’t a fan of the movie Frozen, you will still enjoy this show.
The Arendelle Storytellers and Kristof.
2. My second favorite live show is the Festival of the Lion King show in Animal Kingdom. During this show, you sit in either the elephant, warthog, giraffe, or lion sections. The Festival of the Lion King is celebrating Simba. I really like how much dancing is in this show and you get to hear music from the movie. Update: Due to the corona virus, The Festival of the Lion King is currently closed, but it’s coming back this summer!
My favorite live show in Disney World is the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! in Hollywood Studios. It is a stunt show with a lot of fire and explosions. During the show they ask for volunteers to help with stunts. You must be 18 or older to participate. There is a big surprise during the show. If you want to know what the surprise is, then you have to watch the show! Update: Due to the corona virus, Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! is currently closed.
Those are my top five favorite live shows in Disney World. This was a very hard list to make since I like many live shows in Disney World!
I have actually been to Epcot during the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival and it is amazing!
You might be asking yourself Izzy, what is the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival? The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is an event where you will see some crazy good gardening work that makes plants look like Disney characters!
There will be 17 Outdoor Kitchens. Those are food booths that have Festival themed food and drinks.
Entertainment this year will include Jammin’ Gardeners at the Canada Mill Stage, Voices of Liberty at the America Gardens Theater, Mariachi Cobre who will also be at the America Gardens Theater, and a pianist in the World Showcase.
The Voices of Liberty.
The Spike’s Pollen Nation Exploration is coming back this year! Spike, the Disney honeybee, has been pollinating all around the festivals and you can follow Spike’s trail. You can buy a map and stickers for $7.99 and fill the map while you search for which plants Spike has pollinated. Once your done, you can go to Disney Traders or World Traveler for a special prize!
Starting March 19, 2021 the Egg-Stravaganza Scavenger Hunt will start. You can buy a map and stickers for $7.99 and look for Disney character eggs all throughout the World Showcase. When you’re done don’t forget to go to Disney Traders for a special surprise!
The Goodness Garden Butterfly House Presented by GoGo Squeez will let you visit butterflies.
Also, the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival has special Festival merchandise so be sure to check that out.
I hope this guide helped you learn more about the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival!
