A Foodie’s Magical Journey: Exploring All-New Disney Jollywood Nights’ Culinary Offerings

The holidays are almost here, and Disney has announced the food offerings for its all-new event coming to Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios theme park—Disney Jollywood Nights. In this post, we’ll delve into the delightful world of Disney Jollywood Nights and its exciting food offerings.

The Atmosphere

Disney Jollywood Nights will transform Disney’s Hollywood Studios into a mesmerizing blend of Hollywood glamour and Disney storytelling.

This evening event will offer a variety of sophisticated venues for you to enjoy, such as the Holiday Fiesta en la Calle in Commissary Lane. Immerse yourself in the joyous celebration with Latin holiday tunes, festive decorations, and a delectable array of Latin-inspired dishes and beverages.

Alternatively, you can experience Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby. This renowned restaurant will transform into a sophisticated jazz lounge, where you can savor holiday tunes in a sparkling atmosphere, sip on craft cocktails, and indulge in a menu of delectable light bites, all while immersing yourself in the smooth music and elegant ambiance of this classy establishment.

For a dazzling experience, visit the Twilight Soirée at The Tip-Top Club, located in the courtyard of The Hollywood Tower Hotel. This swingin’ soirée will feature a live band playing holiday tunes in jukebox style and offer exquisite cocktails as you soak up the festive atmosphere.

Entertainment

Disney Jollywood Nights isn’t just about food—it’s a complete sensory experience. The event will host a musical variety show that features a lineup of cherished characters, including Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy. There’s also “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!”, a seasonal nighttime spectacle that will transport you to a world of holiday magic, featuring a symphony of joyful tunes, visual displays, fireworks, and more.

The Foodie Delights

Of course, no Disney experience is complete without indulging in some mouthwatering treats, and Disney Jollywood Nights has a handful of offerings to explore.

Holiday Fiesta en la Calle at ABC Commissary

• Chicken Empanadas with Street Corn: Chicken empanadas served with a side of street corn salad, topped with chili peppers, lime, and cotija cheese.
• Yuca con Chicharrón: Fried pork belly, yuca, red pickled onions, and chili pepper-lime seasoning, accompanied by a yellow pepper aïoli.
• Mushroom Taco (plant-based offering): Chili-roasted mixed mushrooms, avocado crema, baby gem lettuce, and garnished with sliced radish.
• Birria Taco: Shredded short rib and Monterey jack served with beef consommé.

• Tembleque: Coconut rice pudding with caramel rum sauce and cinnamon.
• Mexican Hot Cocoa Cheesecake: Spiced chocolate cheesecake on a chocolate cookie base topped with vanilla whipped cream and cocoa powder with a chocolate handle.
• Mangonada: Frozen mango beverage with mango-chili pepper-lime sauce and chili pepper-lime seasoning on top.
• Zero-Proof Piña Colada: Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit, coconut, pineapple, and lime.
• Oaxaca Old Fashioned: Casa Dragones Blanco Tequila, Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, agave nectar, Mexican chocolate, and orange bitters over ice garnished with an orange.

Baseline Taphouse

• Tuna Ceviche: Marinated ahi tuna, pico de gallo, and avocado cream garnished with cilantro.
• Charcuterie Cup: Combination of Manchego cheese, chorizo, serrano ham, pickled vegetables, olives, and toasted focaccia bread.
• Beer Margarita: Fusion of Patrón Silver Tequila, Cointreau Liqueur, and lime juice, topped with Scrimshaw Pilsner over ice.

Dockside Diner

• Spicy Pimento-Kimchi Dip: Zesty combination of pimento and kimchi, garnished with chives, and accompanied by house-made wonton chips.
• Roasted Eggplant Dip (plant-based offering): Dip made from roasted eggplant, adorned with chives, and served with warm pita bread.
• Poutine Tots: Potato barrels loaded with gravy, brisket, mozzarella curds, and a sprinkle of chives.
• Christmas Tree Cookie Stack: Stack of vanilla cookies filled with pistachio buttercream, tangy cranberry, and raspberry jam, all crowned with colorful sprinkles and a yellow candy star.

• Sandy Claws Hot Cocoa: Hot cocoa inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” made with rich dark chocolate and topped with cherry whipped cream.
• Naughty or Nice: Flavors of Crown Royal Whisky and ginger, blended with a refreshing combination of orange, cranberry, and grapefruit juices, garnished with fresh cranberries.

Epic Eats

• Spicy Korean Chicken Funnel Cake: Spicy fried Korean chicken, accompanied by tangy pickled vegetables, all served on a miniature funnel cake.
• Brisket Reuben Funnel Cake: Succulent beef brisket meets tangy sauerkraut slaw, topped with thousand island dressing all atop a mini funnel cake.
• S’mores Funnel Cake: Roasted marshmallow nestled on a bed of chocolate and marshmallow sauce, topped with chocolate curls and cinnamon cereal, all placed on a mini funnel cake.
• Samuel Adams Winter Lager: Brew spiced with notes of cinnamon, ginger, and orange peel.

Fairfax Fare

• Holiday Turkey Popover: House-made popover filled with roasted turkey and mashed potatoes, topped with gravy, cranberry chutney, and a sprinkle of chives.
• ‘Just the Sides’ Popover: House-made popover filled with macaroni & cheese and collard greens with ham, finished with a cornbread crumb topping.
• PB&J Doughnut: Glazed doughnut filled with peanut butter and grape jelly, dipped in dark chocolate and topped with crushed house-made salt and vinegar chips.
• Kermit’s Frozen Banana Bliss: Combination of frozen banana and white chocolate, enhanced with swirls of caramel, and crowned with matcha whipped cream and sprinkles.
• Mistletoe Martini: Tito’s Handmade Vodka and St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur with cranberry juice and toppings of fresh cranberries and mint leaves.

Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction

• Christmas Gertie Cookie: Sugar cookie topped with mint icing (can be paired with mint soft-serve).

Market

• Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls: Crispy spring rolls filled with buffalo chicken, accompanied by jalapeño-ranch dip and a garnish of fried rice noodles.
• Frozone’s Snowball Macaroons: Coconut macaroons drizzled with blue vanilla frosting and adorned with white snowflake sprinkles.
• Spiced Apple Cider: Blend of apple cider and cinnamon, garnished with an apple chip.
• Zero-Proof Apple Cider: Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit, apple cider, Angostura Bitters, and cinnamon, garnished with an apple chip and a cinnamon rim.
• In Holiday Fashion: Flavors of Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon, complemented by rosemary syrup, cranberry and lime juices, and a touch of cinnamon.

PizzeRizzo

• Meatball and Polenta: Large meatball accompanied by marinara sauce and creamy cheese polenta.
• Olive and Goat Cheese Flatbread: Olive-oil toasted flatbread topped with goat cheese, olive and tomato spread, drizzled with balsamic glaze, and garnished with lemon watercress.
• Antipasto Flatbread: Fresh mozzarella, salami, pepperoni, country ham, olives, peppers, onions, pepperoncini, and marinara sauce on a flatbread.
• Tiramisù Puff: Flavors of espresso, chocolate, and a coffee-infused custard and mascarpone cream.
• Benvolio Pinot Grigio
• Banfi Chianti Superiore
• Peroni Nastro Azzuro Lager Draft
• Heineken 0.0 Non-Alcoholic Lager

Twilight Soirée at The Tip-Top Club

• The 5th Dimension Royale: Blend of Teremana Blanco Tequila, Cointreau Liqueur, desert pear, agave nectar, and lime juice, topped with a splash of Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut and garnished with a dehydrated blood orange wheel.
• Twilight Daiquiri: Combines Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, ube, lime juice, and a splash of shimmer.
• Sparkling Pomegranate-Apple Cider: Combination of pomegranate-green tea, topped with sparkling apple cider and pomegranate seeds.
• Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut.

The Trolley Car Café

• Ornament Mousse: Dark chocolate-cherry mousse

Outdoor Vending Locations

• Gingerbread Bites (plant-based offering)

Bar Locations

• Zero-Proof Gingerbread Spritzer: Flavors of Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit, gingerbread syrup, and club soda, complemented by a gingerbread bite as garnish.
• Sugar Cookie Martini: Blend of Stoli Vanil Vodka, Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur, and DISARONNO Originale Liqueur, combined with milk and sugar and served in a glass with a sprinkle-rimmed edge and a sugar cookie on top.

Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby

• Oyster Rockefeller: Combination of spinach foam, shaved parmesan, rocoto pepper relish, and salmon caviar.
• Crispy Duck Drumettes: Crispy duck drumettes accompanied by a spicy orange glaze, carrots, and kumquats.
• Charcuterie: House-made cured meats and accompaniments, blue cheese mousse, and toasted sourdough.
• Shrimp Cocktail: Shrimp cocktail, featuring classic cocktail sauce, citrus pearls, and a creamy avocado mousse.

• Derby Slider: Combination of bison and pork belly, topped with a taleggio cheese sauce and fig stout jam.
• Tuna Carpaccio: Tuna served with mezcal pickled vegetables, salsa macha, and smooth avocado crema.
• Pork Belly Bao: Korean BBQ nestled in a fluffy bao bun, accompanied by cucumber slaw and soy vinaigrette.
• Tofu Bao: Seared tofu nestled in a soft bao bun, complemented by cucumber slaw and soy vinaigrette.
• An array of classic cocktails, zero-proof and non-alcoholic beverages, a curated selection of wines, and a variety of beers.

Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company

• Tinseltown Tini: Cold brew coffee topped with Kahlúa, Grey Goose Vodka, a hint of light cream, and whipped cream and cocoa. Available near The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror location.
• Round ‘Em Up Latte: Espresso, cookie butter syrup, dulce de leche sauce, and milk, crowned with whipped cream, animal crackers, and vibrant sprinkles (can be prepared hot or iced). Available at the Toy Story Land location.

Plan Your Visit

Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is on 10 select nights from November 11 through December 20. Tickets are available for purchase here.