Uncover the Delights of Disneyland's Holiday Food Festival

1) Chilaquiles Carnitas Torta at Paradise Garden Grill

The Disneyland chefs have ingeniously transformed the traditional Mexican breakfast dish into a mouthwatering bun-based creation. Red chilaquiles, refried beans, avocado spread, queso fresco, pickled onions, and a fried egg come together to create a flavor explosion. This dish sets a new standard for excellence at the festival and beyond.

It's a perfect blend of textures and tastes that will leave your taste buds craving for more. The combination of savory and slightly spicy elements makes it a standout among the festival offerings.

2) Chorizo Queso Fundido Mac & Cheese at Holiday Duets Marketplace Booth

As a vegetarian option, this Mac & Cheese masterpiece is a winner. Made with tortilla crunch, it tastes like a delicious Chili Mac with chorizo filling taking the place of chili con carne. The menu doesn't specify that the "chorizo" is plant-based, adding an element of surprise.

The Holiday Duets booth also offers a unique Holiday Duet option with a half-and-half portion of this Mac & Cheese and the returning Savory Kugel. It's a great choice for those looking for a variety of flavors.

3) Turkey Galantine Croissant Muffin Slider at A Twist on Tradition Marketplace Booth

At first glance, it may seem like a simple turkey sandwich, but this dish is anything but ordinary. The Disney chef has piled high the turkey and cranberry on a croissant muffin, adding a touch of elegance to a theme park staple.

While navigating through the bustling parade route at DCA can be a challenge, this towering "sandwich" is worth the effort. The herb mayo and cranberry marmalade provide a perfect balance of flavors, making it a must-try at the festival.

4) Al Pastor Pork & Pineapple Slider at Winter Sliderland Marketplace Booth

This smoky, tangy, and sweet slider with a little bit of spice is close to perfection. The corn brioche bun gives it a nice texture, but it's the combination of flavors that really makes it stand out.

It's easy to enjoy this slider in one bite, but you'll likely find yourself wanting more. The balance of flavors is just right, making it a favorite among festival-goers.

5) Barbecue Pulled Pork Cornbread Bake at A Twist on Tradition Marketplace Booth

The Disneyland culinary team has once again amazed us with this wonderful mash-up. Burying the juicy pulled pork inside a cornbread muffin creates a unique flavor combination that tastes even better as the flavors blend together.

Although the name suggests "barbecue," there is no smoky flavor in the meat. However, the tenderness and taste of the dish make up for it. The creamy slaw adds a touch of color to the plate but could be improved.

6) Jelly Donut Punch at Winter Sliderland Marketplace Booth

Disneyland drinks are often too sweet, but this Jelly Donut Punch is a refreshing exception. Made with apricot nectar, house-made raspberry and strawberry jam syrup, cookie butter, and lemon juice, it tastes like drinking a jelly donut.

The skewered powdered sugar donut hole on top adds a fun touch. It's not overly sweet, making it a perfect beverage to enjoy during the festival.

7) Holiday Mash Bowl at Merry Mashups Marketplace Booth

This dish is like Thanksgiving dinner in a bowl, with a twist. Fried chicken, cheddar mashed potatoes, and turkey gravy with cranberry stuffing crunch come together to create a comforting and flavorful meal.

The cheddar mashed potatoes are creamy and almost like potato soup, coating the seasoned stuffing and tiny cranberries. However, the kids meal fried chicken could be improved, and adding fried onions or green beans would provide the necessary crunch.

8) Cookie Dough Yule Log at Grandma's Recipes Marketplace Booth

We had high hopes for this dessert, but it fell a bit short. The title promised a rich chocolate explosion, but we found a mix of creamy flavors rolled in overly dry cake.

Although chocolate chip cookie dough was prominent in the title, it was hard to find in the dessert. There was a lack of the expected chocolatey goodness. But there are still plenty of other sweets to enjoy at the festival.