In celebration of the 25th anniversary of The Lion King, Jiko at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is going to offer a limited time dining experience. It will take place this summer and bring about some of your favorite moments from the Disney animated classic.
Beginning on June 30, 2019, guests can head to Jiko – The Cooking Place at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and enjoy a wonderful three-course meal based on The Lion King. As reported by the Disney Parks Blog, it will take guests on a journey through the film in a wonderful journey for the taste buds at Jiko.
You’ll be able to partake in an exclusive three-course menu crafted as a one-of-a-kind culinary celebration of Simba’s story. As the dinner progresses, wildly talented musicians will join in on the fun with vibrant African melodies as well as live performances of the award-winning movie soundtrack.
The menu will feature dishes inspired by The Circle of Life: Nants’ Ingonyama, a story celebrating Simba’s journey through life. Each dish follows our lion prince as he grows up, highlighting each stage of his life through unique flavors and spices. You’ll start your meal off with the “I Just Can’t Wait to be King” starter – a dish featuring Young Cedar Creek clam malata, potatoes, pomegranate, and a bone marrow finish. This dish symbolizes the playfulness of Simba’s joyous childhood and his desire to one day become king
Moving on to the main event: Be Prepared. Choose from two entrées: Bone-In Ribeye with hibiscus, nettles, and fregula or Lobster Sosatie with red shrimp, squid, mussels, and fragrant rice. These dishes are inspired by the eerie elephant boneyard and Simba’s courage to persevere through trials and tribulations.
And the third course, Hakuna Matata, celebrates balance as Simba grows up and learns what is truly needed to successfully lead the Pride lands. This dessert features caramelized orange, chocolate choux, and playful foliage.
At the end of the meal, guests can finish things off with “Can You Feel The Love Tonight?” and journey back through their meal with a selection of friandeses and teas.
Pricing for the experience really isn’t too bad for all that is involved. It is $65 per person with tax and gratuity not included. There is also the option of two levels of wine pairings at an additional cost.
Reservations are now open for this Lion King dining experience at Jiko and guests can book it online or by calling 407-WDW-DINE.
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