Description: An original press photograph from the archives of the venerable 150 year-old Star Tribune newspaper in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Type & Size: A 8x10" original photograph.Condition: Photo from a working archive. May contain notes, marks, labels, clippings, and/or retouching by the staff at the time of publication. May contain issues associated with time, age, and use. Please see images for scans.Walt Disney World Epcot Center executive chef Walter Meyer is pictured alongside a character dressed as Mickey Mouse, both in chef attire. They stand in a professional kitchen setting, highlighting Meyer's culinary role at the iconic theme park. The photo dates back to August 11, 1985, indicating a mid-1980s setting, which aligns with the development of Epcot's diverse dining experiences during that era.Walter Meyer contributed significantly to Epcot's culinary scene during a time when the park was establishing its identity with diverse culinary offerings reflecting its global theme. His expertise spanned cuisines such as Chinese, Moroccan, and Italian, making him a pivotal figure in enhancing the dining experiences at Epcot. This photograph represents the fusion of Disney's imaginative culture and high-quality culinary endeavors during the 1980s, a time when theme parks began focusing more on diverse and international dining options.Text present on photo:EPCOT CENTER EXECUTIVE CHEF -- As executive chef of Walt Disney World Epcot Center and Research and Development, Walter Meyer has become an expert in cuisine ranging from Chinese to Moroccan to Italian.Mickey posed with his favorite Chef, Walter Meyer.AUG 11 '85Epcot4 5/16" x 6 3/4"- - - The press photo archives contained a mix of silver gelatin and wire photographs from sources such as Associated Press Wirephoto. Generally B&W images with no typed text on them in this archive are silver gelatin images, and photos with typed text are wire photos. All images are vintage and original to their era.
Price: 36 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-01-28T15:58:57.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: Walt Disney World, theme park, cuisine, executive chef, culinary
Theme: amusement parks, celebrities, food & drink, people
Featured Person/Artist: Walter Meyer
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1985
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 8x10 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1980-1989
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: No
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
