Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

REVIEW: Belgium Brings Waffles to Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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The 2023 Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval has begun with a ton of food booths featuring global cuisine. Just outside London near the bridge to Springfield is a booth for Belgium. Menu for Belgium at 2023 Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval Food: Beverages: Photos of Menu Items for Belgium at 2023 … Read more

DLNT is Hiring Disneyland Resort Reporters

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As WDWNT continues to grow, we are looking for additional local reporters to expand our Disneyland News Today staff. This position requires a specific time commitment and availability each week, and the start date is immediate.  Qualified applicants will reside in the southern California area. Work hours will be variable, but will require travel to … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: 2023 Mythical Realms of Mardi Gras Parade at Universal Studios Florida Features Dragons, Unicorns, King Gator, and Beads Galore

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Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval is running now through April 16. Each night, guests can let the good times roll with a boisterous Mardi Gras parade. About half of the floats return every year, such as the classic Riverboat and King Gator. The others get new designs each year based on the event’s … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Bans Mardi Gras Bead Tree ‘Tradition’ After Reported Incident

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A fan-made Mardi Gras Bead Tree tradition has been banned at Universal Orlando Resort following a reported incident. Fans, and particularly Annual Passholders who visit multiple times during the season and receive a large amount of beads, have been adorning a tree outside the parking garages for years. A specific tree, as pictured above, to … Read more

REVIEW: Fried Chicken and Potato Pancakes at Germany for Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval is packed full of food booths with global cuisine. Guests can find the Germany booth near the old Amity Village restrooms on the London side of the lagoon bridge. Menu for Germany at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 Food: Beverages: Photos of Menu Items for … Read more

REVIEW: India Debuts a Whole New Menu at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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The India booth returns for the 2023 Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval with a whole new menu. It can be found in San Francisco near Richter’s Burger Co. Menu for India at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 Food: Beverages: Photos of Menu Items for India at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors … Read more

REVIEW: Chili Crab, Fried Rice, Rum Cocktails, and More From the Indonesia Booth at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Nearby the India booth in San Francisco, guests can enjoy the Indonesia booth at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval. Menu for Indonesia at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 Food: Beverages: Photos of Menu Items for Indonesia at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 *NEW* Indonesian Style Chili Crab … Read more

REVIEW: Get a Taste of Italy With the Arancini Flight and Gelato-Stuffed Pressed Brioche Sandwiches at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Louie’s Italian Restaurant (or, more specifically, the Guido’s Gelato window) is serving as the Italy booth again for the 2023 Mardi Gras festival at Universal Studios Florida. Menu for Italy at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 Food: Beverages: Photos of Menu Items for Italy at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval … Read more

REVIEW: Japan Booth Offers Tourist-Friendly but Authentic Dishes at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval has begun. As part of the festival, food booths are spread across the park, offering cuisine from around the world. A Japan booth is located in Sting Alley. Menu for Japan at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 Food: Beverages: Photos of Menu Items for Japan … Read more

REVIEW: Spain Booth Serves Sangria, Paella, and One of Our Favorite Dishes of the Festival at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Guests looking for a taste of Spain at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 should head to the food truck in San Francisco near Richter’s Burger Co. Menu for Spain at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 Food: Beverages: Photos of Menu Items for Spain at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors … Read more

REVIEW: French Quarter Jambalaya & Gumbo at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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In the French Quarter at Universal Studios Florida, guests can celebrate the classic flavors of New Orleans with Jambalaya and Shrimp Gumbo. Menu for French Quarter Jambalaya & Gumbo at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 Food: Beverages: Photos of Menu Items for French Quarter Jambalaya & Gumbo at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International … Read more

REVIEW: Shaved Ice, Creamy Grape Juice, Alcapurrias, and More Debut at the Puerto Rico Booth for Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Just outside the French Quarter at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 is the Puerto Rico booth. Menu for Puerto Rico at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 Food: Beverages: Photos of Menu Items for Puerto Rico at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 *NEW* Mofongo Trio – $9.99 … Read more

REVIEW: Fried Green Tomato Po Boy Debuts at French Quarter for Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Gramercy Park at Universal Studios Florida has become the French Quarter and features four food booths and a bar. At this booth, guests can try the new fried green tomato po boy and crown cookie. Menu for French Quarter at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 Food: Beverages: Photos of Menu Items for … Read more

REVIEW: Candied Maple Bacon, Nutella Snowshoe, and More From Canada at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Celebrate the cuisine of our friends to the north at the Canada booth for Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023. Located at Universal Studios Florida, guests can find Canada at the food trailer outside of Battery Park, across the street from Revenge of the Mummy. Menu for Canada at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International … Read more

REVIEW: Bloody Mary Bar Returns to Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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The Bloody Mary Bar returns to Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023. It’s located near the lagoon on the path from New York to San Francisco. Menu for Bloody Marys at 2023 Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval Beverages: Photos of Menu Items for Bloody Marys at 2023 Universal’s Mardi Gras: International … Read more

First Look at the 2023 Mardi Gras Coke Freestyle Cup at Universal Orlando Resort

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 has begun, and there’s a new Coke Freestyle Cup to celebrate. 2023 Mardi Gras Coke Freestyle Cup – $17.99 The cup gives the buyer free refills all day at Coke Freestyle machines across the resort, as well as ICEEs. The cup is white with a purple lid. … Read more

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