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Disneyland Resort Anaheim: Five must-try food and drink items to tantalize your tastebuds
Blue Milk is the ultimate thirst quencher in a galaxy far far away. Photo / Mitchell Hageman Nestled in a discreet corner of the Black Spire Outpost (Disneyland Park's Star Wars-themed land) is a place that can provide you with the perfect thirst quencher for a hot California Day. Don't let the blue colour put you off, this coconut and rice milk-based drink teases hints of vanilla and bubblegum, with its icy texture making it instantly more drinkable when temperatures reach the 30s. Besides its obvious appeal as a thirst quencher, Blue Milk is also part of the world-building that Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge does so well. Rocking up to the small stand, you'll see the tanks full of blue (and green) milk just like they've been pumped straight out of a Bantha (the large woolly creatures with spiralling horns that Tusken Raiders ride in the first film). Sipping on the delectable drink makes you truly feel like a tourist on an otherworldly planet, experiencing the Black Spire Outpost like the locals (and perhaps your favourite smuggler, scoundrel and hero, Han Solo) do. Not So Little Chicken Sandwich (From Pym's Test Kitchen at Avengers Campus) People can eat like Ant-Man at the Pym Test Kitchen. Photo / Mitchell Hageman Ever wanted to know what it feels like to be Ant-Man? Well, now you can, by stepping into Professor Hank Pym's notorious test kitchen and trying some of the best oversized and undersized food you'll ever eat. One of the best is the Not So Little Chicken, which is the perfect mix of gimmicky Marvel superhero fun and fantastic taste. The sandwich, which is served on Pym Laboratories branded paper, is essentially a large fried chicken breast between a tiny brioche bun, lashed with teriyaki and red chilli sauces and pickled cabbage slaw. It's tangy, the chicken is tender, and the bun is super fluffy to the point you could eat one of them on their own. There's also some crispy tater tots thrown in there for good measure. Not only is this meal very fun to eat, but it's also very fun to watch others eat. There is an ongoing conundrum as to whether you should pick up the knife and fork or just go full Hulk on it and use your hands. Dole Whip (From the Tiki Juice Bar in Adventureland) A Disneyland staple, Dole Whip is a must-try on a hot summer's day. Photo / Mitchell Hageman One of the OG Disney treats, and one linked perfectly to Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room attraction, this tropical frozen yoghurt/ice-cream textured delicacy is another perfect foil for a hot day at the parks. Spanning flavours like pineapple (original), strawberry, and mango, your tastebuds will immediately be transported to a tropical isle the moment you take the first spoonful. As a bonus, the Tiki Juice Bar is situated right next to the famous Jungle Cruise attraction in Adventureland, so you can watch the boats come in from their river journeys as you eat. For those wanting to get even more into the adventure spirit, try a Dole Whip Float, or one featuring chunks of pineapple or other seasonal toppings. Classic Cinnamon Churro (from churro stands) Nothing beats a classic cinnamon churro. Photo / Mitchell Hageman The reality is, Disneyland churros just hit differently. A far cry from the dry, over-sugared ones you get at the Auckland Royal Easter show, these fluffy delights are supersized and extremely edible to the point you'll probably want to go back and get another one later in the day. While there are variations on the classics (e.g. Lightsaber churros and chocolate churros), nothing beats the sweet taste of a classic cinnamon. The other really handy thing about these treats is they are what Disney calls 'walking food', and be purchased from multiple locations around main thoroughfares and eaten while walking around the parks. Just remember to wash your hands after, as they will likely be caked in sticky sugar goodness by the end of it. Celebration Cocktail (from the Hollywood Lounge) Celebrate Disneyland's 70th birthday with this delectable adults-only cocktail. Photo /Mitchell Hageman A perfect end-of-day refresher for those over 21, this limited-time 70th Anniversary adult beverage not only comes with added 'fairy dust' sparkles (glittery blue raspberry lemonade) but also packs an exciting punch with splashes of tequila, rum and vodka. Yes, you may have a blue tongue after, but it's worth it for this easy-to-drink cocktail that's bound to get you celebrating happy. You can buy this tasty tipple at the Hollywood Lounge, which is a 1950s-style, quick-service diner located in Disney California Adventure's Hollywood area. New Zealand Herald Travel visited courtesy of Disneyland Resort.
Daily Mail
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
People left horrified over how much a DAY at Disneyland really costs for a family of five
A father who took his family of five on a day-trip to Orlando's Walt Disney World resort revealed the eye-watering total cost of their outing. The man, from Florida, U.S., took to social media to break down the family's outgoings throughout the day, which later sparked a heated debate among viewers about the importance of budgeting. In a video, reposted by @financedystop on X, the father documented the price of the family's tickets, parking, meals and snacks, as well as the staggering cost of items in souvenir shops. Before the family entered the park, the father revealed he forked out $30/£22 for all-day parking. After heading inside, the man claimed that for a family of five, with one child under ten, they had paid a total of $974/£733 for tickets to enter the resort. He added: 'The lightning lane (fast track) was $35/£26 per person and would have given us speed access to three rides, so we opted out of that.' After their first ride, the family quenched their thirst with two bottles of water and three ice-creams, totalling $29.50/£22. Soon after, one of the father's sons asked to buy a pretzel, while he bought himself a beer, altogether costing $19/£14.30. They went on to explore some of the souvenir shops, where the father revealed the price of a Star Wars lightsaber - and at $44.99/£33.52, he explained that purchasing the item for his son was a 'hard no.' At lunchtime, the family stopped by Pizzerizzo at the park, where they each tucked into a personal-sized pizza, a side and a small soft drink, setting them back $44.35/£33.41. After their meal, they made their way to the Star Wars: Galaxy Edge park, and it wasn't long before the family were lured into sampling a $10.29/£7.75 'Blue Milk' drink, a notable beverage that first appeared in Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope, in 1977. The family spent some time jumping on rides and meeting their favourite characters, such as Kylo Ren, before stopping off to buy more drinks and snacks, including a $6.50/£4.90 Star Wars-themed Coca Cola, and a churro, margarita and water for $36/£27. As their day was coming to a close, the father revealed the family decided to have dinner at Frontera Cocina, a contemporary Mexican restaurant at Disney Springs. For a wallet-busting $245.27/£184, the group knocked back soft drinks and margheritas and tucked into dishes such as carne asada, carnitas, corn, quesadillas, and more. The family then decided to make their way home, but not before the father concluded: 'The grand total for our day was $1391.91 (£1,048.60). Would you spend that much on a day at Disney? The shocking total cost of the family's day out sparked thousands of mixed responses from viewers in the comments, with many criticising the father for spending an 'outrageous' amount of money on food. The shocking total cost of the family's day out sparked thousands of mixed responses from viewers in the comments on X One person wrote: 'Well the main issue is all y'all do is eat. Y'all bought enough food & drinks to feed a small village.' Another added, 'Heaven forbid they're not constantly eating lol. Could have eliminated most of those meals with intermittent fasting or just eating in the car on the way there.' A third commented: 'If this guy was trying to go to Disney cheap he did it horribly wrong. Yes food inside the park is outrageous. You can bring your own food.' Another chimed, 'This guy has no control over his family's consumption,' while a fellow viewer added, 'Waste of time and money. Go somewhere else….Puerto Vallarta is way better than this for a family.' One viewer suggested the family visit Universal Studios, as it's 'better and cheaper,' while another wrote: 'Actually that isn't as bad as I thought. I was expecting it to be a whole lot more.' Finally, a third warned: 'When you don't plan or take advantage of any of the packages and stay at their resorts, etc. then everything like this will be overpriced/ a la carte. For a bit more he could stay there for 4-5 days and actually budget plan.'
