It’s been 30 years since “The Lion King” first captured our hearts! To commemorate this iconic milestone, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is introducing a delightful array of special treats and beverages that are as memorable as the film itself. Starting June 10 and running through September 9, 2024, you can embark on a culinary safari through the park and indulge in these delectable goodies.
Discovery Island
The Simba Slushy
Eight Spoon Café is offering The Simba, a refreshing mango slushy topped with fun gummy candies, perfect for sweet refreshment. Perfect for a hot day at Animal Kingdom!
Timon’s Luau Treats
Over at Isle of Java, you’ll find Timon’s Luau, a whimsical dessert that layers vanilla chiffon, passion fruit curd, guava jam, and vanilla chantilly. Each layer is adorned with an edible flower and mint to mimic Timon’s famous hula scene.
Rafiki’s Squash Banana Shake
Stop by Tiffins Restaurant to enjoy Rafiki’s Squash Banana, a unique shake featuring flavors of squash banana, baobab fruit, and warm spices like cinnamon and cardamom.
“Remember Who You Are” Dessert
Pair it with the “Remember Who You Are” Dessert, a decadent creation of Kenyan coffee mousse, caramelized bananas, and a delightful chocolate coffee crumble.
Africa
Zazu Ice Cream Sandwich
As you venture into Africa, check out Tamu Tamu Refreshments for the Zazu Ice Cream Sandwich. It combines vanilla ice cream between blue cake-coated cookies and is topped with a chocolate medallion of Zazu.
Rafiki Cheesecake
Nearby, at Harambe Market, savor the You Follow Old Rafiki Cheesecake—a passion fruit-mango cheesecake on a coconut-lime crust, finished with vanilla chantilly and a decorative chocolate medallion.
DinoLand U.S.A
Shenzi Strawberry Lemonade
In DinoLand U.S.A., Restaurantosaurus serves up the Shenzi Strawberry Lemonade, a cool drink combining strawberry and lemonade flavors with a hint of blue curaçao, complete with a glowing souvenir cube.
Rightful Ruler Cupcake
Meanwhile, the Rightful Ruler Cupcake, inspired by Scar, features a red velvet base filled with cookies’ n cream cheesecake and topped with rich chocolate icing.
Zazu DOLE Whip Lime and Coconut Float
For a refreshing twist, head to Trilo-Bites for the Zazu DOLE Whip Lime and Coconut Float. This treat swirls DOLE Whip Lime into Sprite, enhanced with coconut and a drizzle of blue curaçao.
Simba Paw Cookie
Also, at Trilo-Bites, don’t miss the Simba Paw Cookie—a charming sugar cookie available at various snack carts around the park.
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Which dessert are you looking forward to most at this event?
