your eyes and the mystery of not knowing which character you will receive .
The Most Magical Celebration also has a signature cocktail for those looking to imbibe : the Magical Beacon Cocktail . This is a gin-based drink mixed with blue curaçao , lemonade , berry , orgeat , lemon , and hibiscus grenadine and garnished with a souvenir glow cube . I love the color of this cocktail , and the lemon and berry flavors keep it light and refreshing .
Pro Tip : Have your camera ready when you order ; this drink is served on a special tray with a lightup diver figurine to complete the underwater vibes .
The Magical Beacon is a fine drink , but if you really want to make a splash , order the Squid ' s Revenge ( a michelada with a salted rim and garnished with charred octopus and cucumber ). A michelada is similar to a bloody Mary but made with beer as opposed to vodka . What sets this drink apart is the grilled octopus tentacle garnish . This drink makes a bold statement when it arrives at your table and has strong , zesty flavors to back it up . You ’ ll only find this drink at Be Our Guest Restaurant .
FESTIVE FOODS With 150 + food and drink items coming to celebrate the 50th anniversary , we won ’ t be able to cover every single item in the print edition of the magazine . Make sure to visit our blog and follow us on social media for updates as we sample these new eats .
You ' ll find the Squid ' s Revenge at Be Our Guest Restaurant , which is located on the former site of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea . PHOTO BY DANNY SHUSTER
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We had the pleasure of chatting with Chef Edson , a 10-year member of the culinary team at WDW , who took us through some of the standout items on offer during this special celebration . There is so much available , from wild and inventive new dishes to those inspired by Walt Disney and his personal favorite treats .
Chef Edson told us all about the inspiration for the new 50th anniversary culinary items . PHOTO BY DANNY SHUSTER