Preparations are in full swing for the upcoming holidays at Universal Orlando Resort.
The resort wide celebrations kick off this Saturday, November 12, 2022 through until January 1, 2023
Today the resort has shared a sneak peek of all the yummy eats and treats coming to Universal Orlando for the holidays.
Universal Orlando are known for their awesome limited edition food and drink offerings at their Mardi Gras, Halloween and Holiday celebrations and this years Holiday offerings are no exception.
This year’s dishes include comforting classics, returning fan-favorites, and delicious new treats inspired by this year’s festivities.
Ok, so lets dive in and see the highlights of what's coming soon!
Earl’s Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Acorn Bomb
A holiday fan-favorite is back, now themed to the much loved, original Universal character, Earl the Squirrel.
The delicious beverage consists of a chocolate acorn shell filled with salted caramel and mini marshmallows, served with Italian hot chocolate.
Roast Beast Sandwich
Guests looking for comfort food flavors can savor the Roast Beast Sandwich – a mini meatloaf sandwich featuring French onion soup-dipped roast beef with a cheddar cheese sauce – and even a “secret” sauce – served on a pretzel bun. The Roast Beast sandwich comes with a side of french fries.
Holidays Leftover Sandwich
The Holidays Leftover Sandwich is made with pressed artisan cranberry bread and filled with turkey and brie cheese. It also comes with a side of gravy for dipping the sandwich.
Chocolate Pressed S’Mores Sandwich
Also back for the holidays is the Chocolate Pressed S’Mores Sandwich.
Good enough for a meal or dessert, this pressed sandwich consists of two slices of brioche bread, filled with chocolate ganache, marshmallow cream, and marshmallows.
The edge of the sandwich is dipped in chocolate and garnished with graham cracker crumbs.
Grinch-Themed Treats
Grinch Hot Chocolate Bomb
The Grinch Hot Chocolate Bomb is a chocolate-shaped heart that has a dark chocolate bottom and green colored white chocolate top.
On one side is a candy red heart. As hot chocolate is poured into the cup, the chocolate heart melts, just like the Grinch, but in this case, delicious mini marshmallows and more red candy hearts float to the top.
It even comes in a specially themed white paper cup with the Grinch’s hand holding a red heart on the heat-proof band.
Grinch Ice Cream Sandwich
The Grinch Ice Cream Sandwich has smooth vanilla ice cream sandwiched between two large, thick and chewy green-colored sugar cookies.
The top is lightly dusted with confectioners sugar and accented with a red candy heart.
Santa’s Cookies and Milk Shake
Available at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen this iconic holiday treat comes to life as a delectable milkshake with Santa’s Cookies and Milk Shake, complete with cookie butter & vanilla ice cream, mini chocolate chip cookies, and topped with a delicious chocolate Christmas tree and sprinkles.
Grinch Popcorn Bucket,
The Grinch bucket has the Grinch with his usual up to mischief smile on his face, and he's wearing a Santa hat with a red scarf-like base.
The bucket has an adjustable carry strap decorated with images from How the Grinch Stole Christmas with Merry Grinchmas and Universal Studios printed throughout.
Minion Popcorn Bucket
This Minion-themed popcorn bucket is of Minion Bob carrying an adorable snowman.
He is wearing a Santa hat and the bucket comes with an adjustable red strap that is printed with Minion images.
Seasonal Cocktails
A selection of specialty beverages is available in Universal Studios Florida including:
The Nutty Nog
A classic Holiday treat with a creamy, frozen eggnog base.
The Deluxe Nog
A Luxurious Holiday drink served with Bacardi 8.
The Fire Nog
A delicious liquid cinnamon-cream treat using fireball cinnamon whiskey.
Holiday Tribute Store
Once again, the incredibly immersive Holiday Tribute Store returns with four themed rooms inspired by Who-ville, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Earl the Squirrel and New York vintage holiday decor
The store will be stocked with a variety of new merchandise that will make the perfect holiday gifts – such as a Grinchmas popcorn bucket, Grinchmas Loungefly backpack, Hogwarts House-themed holiday ornaments, Earl the Squirrel spirit jersey and more – plus a variety of unique sweet treats in each themed room.
The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast
The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast is returning this year after a two-year absence due to the Covid pandemic.
The buffet breakfast, which is held at Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous, will be held on select dates from November 12 through December 29, 2022, and features a breakfast buffet with themed food and breakfast favorites, non-alcoholic beverage and specialty treats.
Breakfast reservations are required and times are 9:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 11:00 a.m.
Diners will also receive a digital download photo from one character interaction.
Regular Ticket Prices: $41.99 per Adult + tax (Ages 10+). $26.00 per Child (Ages 3-9).
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