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La Bottega Italiana, the Italy Pavilion's shop for Italian foodstuffs, cookware, and gifts, operates within the pavilion that opened with EPCOT Center on October 1, 1982.
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Change history
the lifetime log- 2026
A new 'Italia' merchandise collection of apparel, accessories, and more debuted at the shop in EPCOT's Italy Pavilion.
- 2020
The shop introduced its 'Cucina Italia' kitchenware line plus a Gondolier Mickey ornament, expanding its Italian-themed culinary merchandise.
- 1982
That's every change on the record at La Bottega Italiana since 1982.
The spotters in our Discord catch the next one first — and the record only grows when someone notices.
Questions & answers
When did La Bottega Italiana open?
Per the documented record, La Bottega Italiana at EPCOT opened on Oct 1, 1982.
What changed recently on La Bottega Italiana?
The latest documented change (documented Feb 2026): A new 'Italia' merchandise collection of apparel, accessories, and more debuted at the shop in EPCOT's Italy Pavilion.
How many changes are on record for La Bottega Italiana?
4 documented changes, dating back to 1982 — the fan-kept shop changelog nobody else keeps.
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