News

Special Culinary Treats celebrates 'The Lion King' 30th Anniversary at Animal Kingdom

image of some of the Refreshing drinks at Animal Kingdom
'The Lion King' food options will be around until early September
Disney's Animal Kingdom Celebrates The Lion King's 30th Anniversary with a Culinary Adventure

In celebration of The Lion King's 30th Anniversary, Disney's Animal Kingdom offers visitors a unique and delectable culinary experience that pays homage to the timeless 1994 movie. Starting on June 10 and running through September 9, fans of the beloved film can immerse themselves in the magic of The Lion King while indulging in a variety of specially crafted treats and refreshing beverages throughout the park.

The anniversary celebration at Disney's Animal Kingdom is a beautiful tribute to the enduring legacy of The Lion King. This film holds a special place in the hearts of many. Fans of all ages can relive the nostalgia of their favourite childhood movie through a flavorful adventure that promises to be enchanting and delicious.

Visitors can expect to savour a wide array of delectable sweets and refreshing drinks, each carefully designed to capture the spirit of The Lion King. From mango-flavoured slushies to layered vanilla chiffon cakes, the culinary offerings at Disney's Animal Kingdom will surely delight taste buds of all kinds.

Some of the culinary treats available at various locations throughout the park include:

Eight Spoon Cafe

  • The Simba: Mango-flavoured slushy with grenadine and gummy candies.
A vibrant orange drink with red topping and gummy worms, next to a layered dessert with a purple flower garnish, sitting on a wooden surface with green leaves.

Isle of Java

  • Timon's Luau: Layers of vanilla chiffon cake, passion fruit curd, guava jam, vanilla chantilly cream, mint and edible tropical flower.

A glass of milky beverage with lion face latte art on the left, and a dessert plate with a chocolate mousse, yellow sugar garnish, and chocolate garnish on the right.

Tiffins Restaurant

  • Rafiki's Squash Banana shake: Blended with squashed bananas, baobab fruit, vanilla, cinnamon and cardamom.
  • "Remember Who You Are" The Lion King 30th Anniversary Dessert: Kenyan coffee mousse filled with caramelized bananas, chai chantilly, banana-caramel sauce, chocolate-coffee crumble, chocolate decoration and a sugar sun.
Two desserts are displayed. The left one has a blue and yellow crumb coating with a bird decoration, while the right one has green icing with a purple flower and a white disc featuring a colorful design.

Tamu Tamu Refreshments

  • Zazu Ice Cream Sandwich: Vanilla ice cream sandwiched between two blue cake-coated sugar cookies with a Zazu chocolate medallion on top.


Harambe Market

  • You Follow Old Rafiki Cheesecake: Passion fruit-mango cheesecake with a coconut-lime crust, vanilla bean chantilly and a chocolate medallion featuring a meditating Rafiki.

A purple drink with ice in a clear glass on the left and a green and gray cupcake with a yellow topper on the right.


Restaurantosaurus

  • Shenzi Strawberry Lemonade: Minute Maid Lemonade and Strawberry Smoothie with blue curaçao syrup with a souvenir glow cube.
  • Rightful Ruler Cupcake: Scar-themed red velvet cake with cookies and cream cheesecake filling, chocolate icing and topped with a chocolate medallion on chocolate rocks. Also available at Pizzafari.

Trilo-bites

  • Zazu Dole Whip Lime and Coconut Float: Dole Whip Lime swirled with Sprite, coconut and blue curaçao syrup, topped with a white chocolate medallion.
Image shows a swirl of blue and white soft-serve ice cream in a plastic cup with a bird decoration on top, next to a yellow and white paw print-shaped cookie on a plate.


Outdoor food carts throughout the park

  • Simba Paw Cookie: Paw-shaped and paw-sized sugar cookie.


These delectable items will be available at Disney's Animal Kingdom through September 9. As The Lion King officially marks 30 years on June 24, more anniversary merchandise and experiences are expected to be announced and introduced throughout the summer, adding an extra layer of excitement to the park visit.

This special culinary celebration is a must-visit for fans of The Lion King, as it offers a delightful way to experience the magic of the beloved film while creating lasting memories for visitors of all ages. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to partake in a culinary journey fit for the king of the jungle at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

More Images
No Images with this News Article
React to this story