Ever wondered what happens before the magic unfolds? At Disney Adventure World’s The Regal View Lounge, the hustle starts well before opening. From delicate pastries to inventive cocktails, dedicated Cast Members pour their heart into every detail, ensuring an unforgettable experience for guests.
8 AM: Kitchen Preparations Begin
The kitchen teams at The Regal View Restaurant & Lounge work for both spaces. This morning, Juliette handles some of the lounge’s snacks. Her day kicks off at 8 AM, focused on one goal: preparing the 19 “Écrins” listed on the day’s order. Disney magic even finds its way into the plates! Juliette uses an ingredient with a fitting name: “magic sugar.” She sprinkles a thin layer over the biscuits before baking them to caramelize.
Minutes later, the biscuits emerge perfectly golden, filling the room with a sweet caramel aroma. Pure bliss!
Next, assembly begins. Depending on the recipe, Juliette fills each biscuit with coulis, then whipped cream. The floral decorations wait until service time, added by the front-of-house team to ensure maximum freshness. As the “Écrins” take shape, Juliette continues with other creations, like the Mosaïque de pain de mie, which she meticulously cuts before plating it upon order.
Sometimes, the lounge needs a late afternoon restock. When that happens, a new order comes in, and the kitchen teams restart preparations. This seamless coordination is key. It allows the lounge to adapt to the day’s activity, ensuring they never run out of your favorite treats.
Juliette knows the ins and outs of pastry making at Disneyland Paris. She started four years ago at the resort’s internal pastry kitchen, Les Délices de Minnie, which creates many of the pastries across the destination. She then joined The Regal View Restaurant & Lounge team months before its grand opening. What a journey!
10 AM: The Lounge Slowly Comes to Life
While the kitchen buzzes with final preparations, the lounge area starts its own vibrant activity.
Today, Rémi handles the setup. He navigates through various refrigerators and cold rooms, gathering all the ingredients for the day’s cocktails and beverages.
While The Regal View Lounge‘s initial recipes were set before opening, the teams now actively shape their evolution. For the next menu refresh, the bartenders themselves created the new recipes. Rémi feels immense pride in this: “It’s a dynamic job. We constantly strive to stay current and adapt to trends.” Rémi, a Disneyland Paris bartender for almost ten years, started his journey as an apprentice in 2017 at Disney Sequoia Lodge. Before joining The Regal View Lounge, he honed his skills at the Skyline Bar in Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel. Pretty cool, right?
As Rémi finishes setting up the bar, Corinne arrives to prepare the dining area. Usually a server at The Regal View Restaurant, she loves the lounge’s proximity, allowing her to explore other facets of her job and vary her daily routine. She truly values this versatility: “This place ensures every day is different. From breakfast, lunch, and dinner at The Regal View Restaurant to the lounge, we never fall into a routine!”
Cast Members can easily switch between different atmospheres and rhythms, keeping things fresh and exciting!
11 AM: Final Preparations
An hour before opening, Estelle arrives for the final bar setup steps. Ingredients are ready, the room takes its definitive configuration, and everything slowly finds its place before the first guests walk in. For Estelle, being a bartender goes beyond recipes and technical skills. “It’s more than just making cocktails; it’s a human job. We listen closely to guests and chat with them regularly.”
Indeed, every drink served creates a moment of connection. Understanding a guest’s desire, offering advice, or simply taking time to chat are all part of the unique experience the teams offer. That’s the Disney difference!
12 PM: The Regal View Lounge Opens Its Doors
After three hours of kitchen prep, two hours of lounge setup, and final adjustments in the dining area, everything is now picture-perfect.
The doors of The Regal View Lounge swing open.
Juliette’s creations start making their way to the plates, while Rémi, Estelle, and their colleagues take their positions behind the bar and in the dining room, ready to welcome the day’s first guests. This incredible experience is possible thanks to meticulous preparation and the amazing teamwork of Cast Members who, from kitchen to service, truly bring the Lounge to life.
Did you know?
Hidden in the lounge’s preparation area lies a rather unexpected tool: a 3D printer! For certain desserts served at The Regal View Restaurant, biscuits are created using a dedicated 3D printing machine. This technology opens up new creative possibilities for the teams, making it easier to craft precise and exclusive shapes. How cool is that for a Disney touch?
The seasons also inspire the teams! Some cocktails and Écrins evolve throughout the year, reflecting seasonal flavors and themes. Always something new to discover!
