Celebrate Soulfully: Disney World Foodie Guide [2024]

Celebrate Black History Month this February through Black cuisine from around the world! As a part of Disney’s Black History Month celebrations, they are offering ‘Celebrate Soulfully’ at both the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort.

This post will cover all of the different options that will be available for guests to eat at the Disney World Resort. If you are looking for other ways that Disney World is celebrating Black History Month, be sure to check out; Black History Month at Disney World.

What is Celebrate Soulfully at Disney World?

‘Celebrate Soulfully’ is the food side of Disney’s Black History Month celebrations. It allows guests to enjoy authentic Black cuisine by taking recipes from all over the world to celebrate Black Heritage.

There are a variety of different options available, including some returning favorites (from 2022’s Cooking with Soul, and 2023’s Celebrate Soulfully) along with some new items on the menus.

In fact, many of the menu items are from the cultures of Disney’s cast members. In order to provide you with the most authentic experience possible, these favorite traditional dishes are passed through generations and are brought to your plate.

Disney didn’t spare any details when it came to creating these dishes.

Celebrate Soulfully at Disney World: Dates

As this is a Black History Month celebration, most of the food options below will be available from February 1 until February 29.

The food items that will be offered until the end of March will be noted so you can be sure not to miss them during your visit.

Celebrate Soulfully at Disney World: In the Parks

There is a variety of food options as a part of ‘Celebrate Soulfully’ that can be found throughout the different parks at Disney World. Whichever park you are visiting during the month of February, you are bound to find some tasty treats apart of ‘Celebrate Soulfully’ that you will love.

Celebrate Soulfully: Disney’s Hollywood Studios

The following food items can be found at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. All of the food items below are available February 1 through February 29 unless otherwise noted.

Many of the food items listed are also available via mobile ordering through the Disney World App.

ABC Commissary

• Gumbo: Chicken, Andouille sausage, okra, and seasonings simmered in chicken stock served over rice

Hollywood Scoops

• Tiana Mardi Gras Milkshake: Cinnamon-Vanilla milkshake topped with a Mardi Gras king cake doughnut

Hollywood & Vine (currently available)

• *Poulet Mariné Au Four (Baked Marinated Chicken): Baked chicken marinated in assorted spices served with red and green peppers and onions

Woody’s Lunch Box

• Sweet Potato Lunch Box Tart with cinnamon-brown sugar icing, toasted marshmallows, and pecans

Celebrate Soulfully: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

The following food items can be found at Disney’s Animal Kingdom park. Most of the food items are also available via mobile ordering. All food items are available February 1 through February 29 unless otherwise noted.

Flame Tree Barbecue

• *Creole Smoked Sausage Sandwich: Smoked Andouille sausage on a roll with Piccadilly relish and stewed black-eyed peas

Dino-Bite Snacks

• *Peach Cobbler Mini Cake: vanilla cake, cinnamon-caramel-peach filling, and oat streusel topping served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (NEW)

Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus

• * Celebrate Soul Cupcake: Vanilla cake with bananas foster filling, vanilla buttercream, Joe Gardner half note white chocolate decor, and multi-color crispy pearls

Tiffins Restaurant

• Shrimp & Grits: South African Mealie Pap with roasted corn and goat cheese, peri-peri shrimp, and green tomato-apple chutney
• *The Ginger Whiskey: A cocktail featuring Uncle Nearest 1856 Whiskey with notes of ginger and brown sugar  

Dawa Bar, Restaurantosaurus Lounge, and Thirsty River Bar

• Pineapple mint julep

Celebrate Soulfully: EPCOT

The following food items can be found at select restaurants at EPCOT. Most of the food items are available through mobile ordering and are available February 1 through February 29 unless otherwise noted.

Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue (Feb 1 – Mar 31)

• Banana Pudding

Coral Reef Restaurant (currently available through March 31)

• Shrimp & Grits: Sautéed shrimp, cheddar grits, local corn succotash, andouille sausage, and Creole spice emulsion

Fife & Drum (currently available)

• Half Note Float: Frozen Fanta Wild Cherry, Minute Maid Lemonade, and Fanta Blue Raspberry Slushy with vanilla ice cream and Half Note White Chocolate

The Artist’s Table (Festival of the Arts)
(currently available through February 19)

• Hummingbird Cake: Banana and pecan cake dipped in cream cheese icing with caramel sauce and warm pineapple compote

Celebrate Soulfully: Magic Kingdom Park

The following items can be found at select restaurants throughout Magic Kingdom. All items are available February 1 through March 1. Some items are also available through Mobile Order.

Cinderella’s Royal Table

• Crab-topped Catch of the Day: Roasted pumpkin-smoked gouda grits, braised greens, and brown butter-Meyer lemon emulsion

Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies 

• Bananas Foster Shake: Banana milkshake layered with caramelized banana sauce and topped with whipped cream (NEW)

The Crystal Palace 

• Chicken and Andouille Gumbo: Chicken, andouille sausage, and okra in a traditional gumbo base (NEW)

Golden Oak Outpost

• Tiana’s Famous Beignets: Light, sweet, and fluffy beignets with strawberry dipping sauce

Main Street Bakery

• Tiana’s Petit Cake: Vanilla chiffon cake, lemon Chantilly, and fresh strawberries topped with a fondant flower and a Tiana chocolate piece (NEW)

Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe

• Fried Green Tomato BLT Sandwich: Fried green tomato sandwich with lettuce, bacon, and bacon-pimento spread served with house-made chips (NEW)
• Sweet Potato Pie topped with toasted marshmallow cream and candied pecans

Pinocchio Village Haus

• *Peach Cobbler: Cinnamon panna cotta, peach cobbler, brown sugar streusel, and whipped cream with a Tiana chocolate piece (NEW)

Plaza Ice Cream Parlor

• Butter Pecan Praline Sundae: Butter pecan ice cream topped with praline sauce, spiced pecans, and whipped cream (NEW)

The Plaza Restaurant

• Chicken and Andouille Gumbo: Chicken, andouille sausage, okra, and rice in a traditional gumbo base (NEW)
• Tiana’s Petit Cake: Vanilla chiffon cake, lemon Chantilly, and fresh strawberries topped with a fondant flower and a Tiana chocolate piece (NEW)

Celebrate Soulfully at Disney World: Disney Springs

Not going to the parks but still want to experience some of that authentic cuisine? Head on down to Disney Springs for some great options that are also a part of the ‘Celebrate Soulfully’ collection.

Again, most of these food items are available until February 29 unless otherwise noted. Many are also available via mobile ordering.

Amorette’s Patisserie

• *Proud Snacks Petit Cake: Layers of chocolate chiffon, peanut butter mousse, and honey-roasted peanuts (NEW)

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin

• Charles Woodson Wines’ 2019 Intercept Cabernet Sauvignon

Splitsville Luxury Lanes

• House of Brown 2021 California Red Blend

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar

• *Griot and Pikliz: Epis-marinated fried pork shoulder, fried green plantain and pikliz (NEW)

The Ganachery

• Soulful Pralines: Pecan pralines covered in dark 65% chocolate
  • Inspired by Chocolatier Cast Member Sheila Moten
• Cookie Butter Ganache Square: Cookie Butter ganache enrobed in dark 65% chocolate (NEW)
  • Inspired by Chocolatier Cast Member Destiny Hinds

The Polite Pig

• Pork Belly Diri Kolepwanwa: Sweet and spicy pork belly, diri kolepwanwa (rice and black beans), and onion jalepeño slaw

Vivoli Il Gelato (Currently available until March 30)

• Black Girl Magic Float: Float with vanilla gelato and Black Girl Magic wine from the McBride Sisters Wine Company

Celebrate Soulfully at Hotel Resorts

While you are staying on resort, you can also enjoy some of the decadent food options that are available. There is at least one food option apart from ‘Celebrate Soulfully’ at nearly every resort.

All offerings are available February 1 through February 29, unless otherwise noted.

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort – Centertown Market

• *Country Fried Pork Steak with Herbed Gravy: Fried pork loin with herb cream sauce, fried cabbage sautéed with smoked sausage, and roasted marble potato salad (NEW)
• Mini Red Velvet Cake: Red velvet cake with cream cheese buttercream (NEW)

Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort – World Premier Food Court

• *Country Fried Pork Steak with Herbed Gravy: Fried pork loin with herb cream sauce, fried cabbage sautéed with smoked sausage, and roasted marble potato salad (NEW)
• *Banana Pudding Cheesecake: Banana cheesecake with vanilla pudding, vanilla wafer crust

Disney’s All-Star Music Resort – Intermission Food Court

• *Country Fried Pork Steak with Herbed Gravy: Fried pork loin with herb cream sauce, fried cabbage sautéed with smoked sausage, and roasted marble potato salad (NEW)
• *Banana Pudding Cheesecake: Banana cheesecake with vanilla pudding, vanilla wafer crust

Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort – End Zone Food

• *Country Fried Pork Steak with Herbed Gravy: Fried pork loin with herb cream sauce, fried cabbage sautéed with smoked sausage, and roasted marble potato salad (NEW)
• *Banana Pudding Cheesecake: Banana cheesecake with vanilla pudding, vanilla wafer crust

Disney’s Art of Animation – Landscape of Flavor

• *Country Fried Pork Steak with Herbed Gravy: Fried pork loin with herb cream sauce, fried cabbage sautéed with smoked sausage, and roasted marble potato salad (NEW)
• Mini Red Velvet Cake: Red velvet cake with cream cheese buttercream (NEW)

Disney’s POP Century Resort – Everything POP

• *Country Fried Pork Steak with Herbed Gravy: Fried pork loin with herb cream sauce, fried cabbage sautéed with smoked sausage, and roasted marble potato salad (NEW)
• Mini Red Velvet Cake: Red velvet cake with cream cheese buttercream (NEW)

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory

• Mini Red Velvet Cake: Red velvet cake with cream cheese buttercream (NEW)
• *Country Fried Pork Steak with Herbed Gravy: Fried pork loin with herb cream sauce, fried cabbage sautéed with smoked sausage, and roasted marble potato salad (NEW)

Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge

• Berry Beignet: Mixed berry compote, house-made Uncle Nearest Whiskey caramel sauce, and powdered sugar served with a pipette of Uncle Nearest Whiskey

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

Riverside Mill Food Court

• Mini Red Velvet Cake: Red velvet cake with cream cheese buttercream (NEW
• *Country Fried Pork Steak with Herbed Gravy: Fried pork loin with herb cream sauce, fried cabbage sautéed with smoked sausage, and roasted marble potato salad (NEW)

Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa – The Artist’s Palette

• Soulful Sunday Pork Cutlet: Smoked pork chop, collard greens, black-eyed peas, and house-made sweet cornbread (NEW)
• *Traditional Pound Cake: A slice of homemade vanilla pound cake (Feb 1 – Mar 31)

Various Disney Resort Hotel Pool Bars, Lounges, and Table-Service Restaurants (Feb 3 – 29)

• *Southern Citrus Twist: Uncle Nearest 1884 small batch whiskey, lemon juice. Maple syrup and Hella Cocktail Co. Orange Bitters (NEW)

Background on Celebrate Soulfully Dishes

All of the items on ‘Celebrate Soulfully’ are inspired by Black History. Some dishes were crafted by famous Black Chefs, while others were inspired by some of Disney’s own Black Cast Members.

The names of the dishes are bolded to make it easier. Above the dishes will have an asterisk. Hoping to make it easier to know which dishes hold special meaning.

Here is some of the background behind some of these mouth-watering dishes that Disney has shared.

Banana Pudding Cheesecake was created by Assistant Sous Chef Janell Wright. She drew inspiration from her Jamaican roots and time living in the U.S., where she developed a fondness for banana pudding. Janell took these classic dessert flavors and infused them into a special cheesecake topped with a Mickey garnish, which Janell claims is a special nod to her dream of working for Disney coming true.

Traditional Pound Cake was inspired by Proprietor Deborah Davis Pollard’s family recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation.

Country Fried Pork Steak with Herbed Gravy was created by Sous Chefs Anthony Watson and Angie Thomas. Together, Anthony and Angie, drew inspiration from generations-old family recipes. The result is a celebration of marinated, smothered, and seasoned meat dishes paired with flavorful sides.

Southern Citrus Twist, this alcoholic beverage, is inspired by the partnership between Leaders Dougie Williams and Hunter Bernreuter. This cocktail features Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey and celebrates heritage, partnerships, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color products.

The Ginger Whiskey, this alcoholic beverage features Uncle Nearest Whiskey. Uncle Nearest Whiskey is both a Black and women-owned and operated business. Begun in 2017, Uncle Nearest Whiskey has become one of the leading whiskey brands in its industry. The brand’s namesake is Nathan “Nearest” Green, who is believed to have created the Lincoln County Process, a hallmark of Tennessee whiskey, in which whiskey is filtered through sugar-maple charcoal and then aged in charred oak barrels. Green is credited with teaching this technique to Jack Daniel, who hired Green as the first main distiller for the company and on record in the United States.

Peach Cobbler: this peach cobbler recipe specifically comes from Assistant Pastry Chef Tianna Roberson. It was inspired by her grandmother’s recipe, which defined her childhood and has been passed down through generations. Assistant Pastry Chef Tianna Roberson has been making this signature recipe since the age of ten, and it stands as a beloved family tradition.

Creole Smoked Sausage Sandwich, Creole smoked sausage is best credited as the result of pairing the distinct cooking flavors of French and African descendants living in Louisiana during the 18th century. Accompanying our Creole smoked sausage sandwich are black-eyed peas, which are known to be a symbol of prosperity and hope.

Peach Cobbler Mini Cake, inspired from a recipe featured in What Mrs. Fisher Knows About Old Southern Cooking, the first cookbook by an African American author. Abby Fisher started a business in Alabama where she made and sold pickles and preserves. She eventually dictated her own recipes that would later become What Mrs. Fisher Knows About Old Southern Cooking, published in 1881.

Celebrate Soulfully Cupcake, this cupcake is inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Soul. The animated film highlights the historical roots that jazz has on the music industry, and tributes to the great musicians who made it all happen such as Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, and Ella Fitzgerald.

Poulet Mariné Au Four (Baked Marinated Chicken), created by some Disney Cast Members at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to celebrate Haitian Flag Day. Which is now featured on the Hollywood & Vine buffet for guests to enjoy.

Proud Snacks Petit Cake, Pastry Culinary Cast Member Alex Gadsden-White crafted a petite cake inspired by her favorite show, The Proud Family. This delightful creation pays homage to the Proud Snack innovations featured in the series, mirroring the delectable treats concocted and sold by Oscar Proud.

Griot and Pikliz, Culinary Cast Member Daphnee Vilme Dorcelian draws inspiration from griot, a Haitian fried pork dish that’s a cherished favorite at family gatherings. Marinated in a blend called “epis” with Scotch bonnet, bell peppers, and spices, it is served with fried plantains and “pikliz,” a pickled cabbage slaw. This flavorful and slightly spicy dish is a weekend tradition, bringing a taste of home to the United States and earning praise from Daphnee’s kids as one of their favorites.

The Wrap-Up: Celebrate Soulfully at Disney World

There are a lot of really good authentic food options to choose from throughout the Disney World Resort. All this food is really just icing on the cake to the celebrations that are happening for Black History Month at Disney World.

It is very apparent that Disney put their heart and soul into making sure that these delicious options were hand-crafted and authentic.

Enjoy all the food while it lasts, where some last until the beginning of March, but many of them will be gone by the end of February. These are treats you don’t want to miss!

However, Disney has announced that guests can expect to see other Black culture cuisine options popping up around the park throughout the rest of the year as well.

Special food offerings in celebration of Black History Month is happening at Disney World as well as Disneyland. If you’re looking for the Disneyland: Find Your Flavor, be sure to check out our foodie guide for the West Coast.