News Summary
Universal Orlando Resort has introduced a new food and drink menu inspired by the upcoming film Wicked: For Good. The offerings include unique dishes like house-made focaccia and innovative cocktails. This initiative is part of the resort’s commitment to enhancing the guest experience through themed culinary experiences. With updated decorations throughout the park, guests can immerse themselves in the world of Wicked while enjoying exciting new flavors starting October 31.
Universal Orlando Resort has unveiled a new lineup of food and drink offerings themed around the upcoming film Wicked: For Good. This celebration kicks off as part of the resort’s ongoing commitment to enhance the guest experience through innovative storytelling and culinary creativity. With the film’s release set for November 21, 2025, guests can now enjoy these special treats starting October 31.
New Food and Drink Menu Highlights
Emerald City Eats and Schwab’s Pharmacy have collaborated to introduce several unique menu items in honor of the film. Visitors will find an array of food options, each carefully crafted to reflect the themes and characters of Wicked.
Featured Food Items
- House-made focaccia served with yellow chili cheese sauce, cheddar sauce, roasted yellow peppers, pepperoni, and jalapeño, receiving a rating of 5/7.
- House-made focaccia sandwich with basil pesto, sliced mortadella, eggs, and sage derby cheese, rated 6/7.
- Waffle topped with whipped cream cheese, strawberries in sauce, graham crumble, and popping white chocolate, which received a lower rating of 3/7 due to an odd artificial taste.
Featured Beverages
- Cocktail made with Three Olives Rosé Vodka, Bols Elderflower, Triple Sec, dragonfruit syrup, and pink lemonade, rated 6/7, noted for its balanced flavor despite a high price.
- Cocktail featuring El Tesoro® Blanco Tequila, Bols Melon, sour green apple syrup, and lemonade, received a rating of 5/7 and was appreciated for its refreshing taste, although its presentation was considered messy.
- Mint chocolate chip ice cream shake topped with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, chocolate pieces, and green glitter glaze, rated 6/7 for its strong mint flavor, but was described as messy.
- Dulce de leche ice cream shake with whipped cream, white chocolate icing drizzle, and gold glitter glaze, received a rating of 4/7, deemed messy and overpriced compared to similar options.
Park Experience and Additional Details
The Wicked experience at Universal Orlando Resort includes not only the new food and drink offerings but also updated park decorations and attractions. New posters, graphics, and costumes from the film are already displayed throughout the park, immersing guests in the world of Wicked.
Guests can expect more whimsical culinary offerings inspired by the film, such as Ozvocado Toast and Strawberriful Waffle, along with additional signature cocktails.
Access and Information
To enjoy the new menu items, guests must have admission to Universal Studios. It is advisable for visitors to check the resort’s website for ticket prices and operating hours to plan their visit effectively.
Chef Jens Dahlmann, the Vice President Executive Chef at Universal Orlando Resort, indicated that the menu reflects the creative process drawn from the film’s characters and themes, emphasizing that storytelling through food plays a significant role in the overall guest experience at the resort.
With Wicked: For Good set to enchant audiences in theaters next year, Universal Orlando Resort provides a sneak peek of the film through these exciting new menu items that promise to delight visitors ahead of the film’s debut.
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Additional Resources
- WDWNT: Wicked For Good Food at Universal Orlando
- Food Sided: Wicked Themed Foods at Universal Orlando Resort
- Blog Mickey: Universal Plans Wicked Theme Parks
- The Kingdom Insider: Wicked Inspired Treats at Universal Studios Orlando
- CT Insider: Southington Cava Wicked Restaurant
- Wikipedia: Wicked (musical)
- Google Search: Wicked musical
- Google Scholar: Wicked musical
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Wicked musical
- Google News: Wicked musical
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