Universal's Epic Theme Park Introduces Unusual, Appetizing- Appearing Snacks
Dive into the immersive world of Universal's Epic Universe opening May 22 in Orlando, Florida, and savor the unique culinary experiences each themed land has to offer. Here's a taste of what awaits in this one-of-a-kind theme park.
Dark Universe
Welcome to the bizarrely brilliant and eerily delicious Das Stakehaus. The “Blood Orange Chicken Sandwich” takes the spotlight with its flash-fried chicken breast coated in a tangy blood orange sauce. The black bun(don't worry, it's food coloring) adds to the macabre, albeit tasty, illusion. The vegan-friendly “Our Favorite Vegan Familiar’s Stuffed Cabbage” features cabbage leaves stuffed with impossible meat, bell pepper tomato sauce, and a vibrant beet bucatini. And let's not forget about the intriguing options for those vampire-encountered moments: protein-packed veggie stakes.
How to Train Your Dragon's Isle of Berk
Avoid the reputation of serving dragon meat and instead delight in the Viking-inspired dishes such as the Thawfest Platter, offering chicken drumsticks, grilled salmon, and sausage. Quench your thirst with a malted chocolate drink called Yaknog, or indulge in Stormfly's Catch of the Day, a colorful fish-shaped dessert made of chocolate mousse.
Super Nintendo World
Get ready for a level up in the food department, specifically in Toadstool Cafe. The classic Mario Burger with a savory twist and Luigi's basil pesto grilled chicken sandwich are just the beginning. New (and undoubtedly popular) treats include Yoshi's Apple Melon Smoothie, featuring a popping boba (boba with a Mario twist, of course!).
Celestial Park
This hub for out-of-this-world adventure features The Atlantic Seafood Restaurant, boasting fresh and unusual seafood dishes, and The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant, offering delectable Tonkotsu Ramen. Savor the Smoky Carrot Dog at Comet Dogs, or unwind with a drink in any of Celestiki, Star Sui Bao, Meteor Astropub, or Bar Zenith.
Universal's Epic Universe - May 22 can't come soon enough!
In the future, Io9 might feature an article about the innovative technology used in the kitchens of Universal's Epic Universe, enabling the creation of food items like the black bun at Das Stakehaus. After exploring Celestial Park, a tech enthusiast might write about their experience with the advanced cooking methods in The Atlantic Seafood Restaurant, showcasing the merger of future technology and culinary arts.
