Disney Munchlings Festive Fare: The Space Alien's Savory Surprise
A Tiny Alien in Holiday Mode
There's something absolutely delightful about opening a Munchlings blind box and finding the Space Alien reimagined as Bacon Brussel Sprout + Cranberry Sauce. I wasn't expecting to pull this particular character, but the moment I saw the Festive Fare packaging, I knew the holiday collection had some creative surprises waiting. This micro plush is about 4.75 inches tall with that signature soft, squeezable plush texture that makes Munchlings so fun to collect - the kind you want to keep on your desk while you're working or toss on your shelf for quick access.
The Space Alien character from Toy Story gets a gourmet makeover in this seasonal collection. Where you'd normally see the classic little green man with three eyes, here he's transformed into a savory holiday dish - savory bacon, earthy brussel sprout, and tart cranberry sauce all rolled into one plush form. It's whimsical in that very Munchlings way, where Disney and Pixar characters become interpretive food art. The embroidered details on the face capture that playful spirit perfectly, and it's obvious Just Play had fun conceptualizing this whole Festive Fare lineup.
The Festive Fare Collection
The Munchlings Festive Fare collection dropped in October 2023 as a limited-edition holiday release, and it brought together six named characters plus one mystery figure. This is one of those seasonal collectibles that feels special because it won't stick around forever - it's got that holiday-exclusive energy that makes collectors reach a little faster when they spot it. You've got Dug as Beef Gravy Pie, Pumbaa as Salted Pretzel Bun, Miss Bianca as Baked Camembert, Bullseye as Cereal Bite, Robin Hood as Mulled Apple Cider, and of course, our Space Alien friend here with the savory combo.
Mystery boxes have this magical thing going for them - that moment before you open it, you're hoping for something specific, but when it's not what you expected, you find yourself loving it anyway. That's exactly what happened with this Festive Fare pull.
What sets Festive Fare apart from other Munchlings lines is that this collection isn't scented like some of the other series. These are pure soft-plush collectibles, focusing on the visual design and that irresistible texture. Don't let that fool you though - the charm of the food mashup concept is just as strong without the scent element. The embroidery work and the playful color choices do all the talking.
Display and Collection Thoughts
I'm keeping this one on my kitchen shelf with my other Munchlings, right next to my collection magnet from the Emporium. There's something perfect about having these little food-character mashups displayed where you actually spend time cooking and eating - it's like having inside jokes with yourself every time you reach for your coffee. The Festive Fare plushes work beautifully in a food-themed vignette, or honestly, just lined up on a shelf where you can admire the whole holiday collection together. The soft texture makes it perfect for a desk squeeze toy situation, too, if you're someone who likes a little fidget on the workspace.
If you're collecting Munchlings and haven't dipped into the seasonal releases yet, Festive Fare is worth hunting down. Limited-edition Disney collectibles have a way of becoming harder to find once the season passes, and this quirky savory take on a Toy Story favorite is definitely one for the collection.
