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  • 23rd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Opens TODAY!

    23rd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Opens TODAY!

    The 23rd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival starts today! That’s right – you can now eat your way around the world and enjoy over 30 destinations located throughout the park, each offering unique dishes and beverages inspired by cultures from around the world.

    In addition, there’s celebrity chefs, pairing seminars, culinary demonstrations, beverage seminars, cheese seminars, and tons of other tasty experiences that you won’t want to miss! Don’t forget the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. The 2018 line-up is AMAZING and what better way to enjoy good food than while listening to live music?

    Mix It, Make It, Celebrate It! also returns this year where you can work side-by-side with chefs, beverage experts, and other kitchen wizards during a hands-on lesson that teaches one of many different culinary and beverage skills.

    While you’re enjoying the festival, you can commemorate your visit with a magical array of limited-edition special event merchandise? This year, specially-designed merchandise will let you recreate the tasting-around-the-world experience at home. From cookbooks and apparel to tabletop and kitchen goods, new artwork shows Chef Mickey Mouse exploring the Festival. New merchandise includes a ceramic pie plate, wooden pepper mill, bottle-shaped cutting board, and a serving dish that gives a nod to the one and only Mouse. Look for these items and more, including the fan-favorite Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt at the Festival Center located adjacent to Mission: SPACE, and in select merchandise locations throughout Epcot.

    The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival runs through November 12, 2018. And when you get there, don’t forget to grab a Festival Passport to help you find all of the eats your hungry heart desires. Not only will it tell you where to find anything and everything this year’s festival has to offer, you get to take it home as a memento to remember your trip by.

  • Complete Food Guide to 2018 Epcot Food & Wine Festival

    Complete Food Guide to 2018 Epcot Food & Wine Festival

    The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival begins next week and this year Disney has more offerings than ever before! The festival starts on August 30 and runs through November 12, offering delicious dishes and unique beverages influenced by cultures from around the world.

    We have a detailed list of all the yummy goodness you’ll find this year with all the info you could ever want on the menus for each of the Global Marketplaces located throughout the park.

    Take a look below at all the amazing offerings for the 2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival!

    Thailand (located near the Mexico pavilion)
    FOOD

    • Marinated Chicken with Peanut Sauce and Stir-fried Vegetables (KA)
    • Seared Shrimp and Scallop Cake with Cold Noodle Salad
    • Red Hot Spicy Thai Curry Beef with Steamed Rice

    BEVERAGE

    • Singha Lager
    • Maison Willm Gewürztraminer, Alsace

    Australia (located near Refreshment Port)
    FOOD

    • Grilled Sweet and Spicy Bush Berry Shrimp with Pineapple, Pepper, Onion, and Snap Peas (GF)
    • Grilled Lamb Chop with Mint Pesto and Potato Crunchies (GF)
    • Lamington: Yellow Cake Dipped in Chocolate and Shredded Coconut (V)

    BEVERAGE

    • Coopers Brewery Original Pale Ale
    • Hope Estate “Wollombi Brook” Semillon, Hunter Valley
    • Franklin Tate Estates Chardonnay, Margaret River
    • Yangarra Shiraz, McLaren Vale
    • Wine Flight also available

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    Hawai’i (located in Showcase Plaza)
    FOOD

    • Kalua Pork Slider with Sweet and Sour Dole Pineapple Chutney and Spicy Mayonnaise (KA)
    • Grilled Tuna Tataki with Seaweed Salad, Pickled Cucumbers, and Wasabi Cream
    • Teriyaki-glazed Spam Hash with Potatoes, Peppers, Onions, and Spicy Mayonnaise
    • Passion Fruit Cheesecake with Toasted Macadamia Nuts (V)

    BEVERAGE

    • Maui Brewing Company Bikini Blonde Lager
    • Florida Orange Groves Sparkling Pineapple Wine, St. Petersburg, FL
    • Mai Tai with Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum and Dole Pineapple Juice

    Islands of the Caribbean (located in Showcase Plaza)
    FOOD

    • Ropa Vieja Empanada with Tomato Aïoli (KA)
    • Jerk Spiced Chicken Lollipop with Roasted Sweet Plantain Salad and Mango Chutney Yogurt
    • Quesito: Puff Pastry with Sweetened Cream Cheese and Guava Sauce (V) (KA)

    BEVERAGE

    • Red Stripe Lager
    • Caribbean White Sangria
    • Frozen Mojito

    Greece (located near the Mexico pavilion)
    FOOD

    • Loaded Greek “Nachos”: Pita Chips, Meatless Sausage Crumbles, and Vegan Tzatziki (V) (KA)
    • Taste of Greece: Chicken Souvlaki, Feta Cheese Dip with Warm Pita, and Lamb Sausage with a Dill Tomato Ragu
    • Spanakopita: Greek Spinach Pie (V)
    • Bougatsa: Warm Phyllo Dough Strudel with Sweet Vanilla Custard, Lemon Honey Syrup and Cinnamon (V) (KA)

    BEVERAGE

    • Domaine Skouras Moscofilero, Peloponnese
    • Domaine Sigalas Assyrtiko, Santorini
    • Argyros Atlantis Red Blend, Santorini
    • Wine Flight also available

    Craft Drafts (located in the Festival Center)
    BEVERAGE

    • Central 28 Beer Company Waff-Ale, DeBary, FL
    • Bold City Brewing 1901 Roasted Red Ale, Jacksonville, F
    • Florida Beer Company Passport Triple Chocolate Milk Stout, Cape Canaveral, FL
    • First Magnitude Brewing Co. Lemongrass Saison, Gainesville, FL
    • JDub’s Brewing Company Honeydew Melon Kölsch, Sarasota, FL
    • Shipyard Brewing Company Monkey Fist IPA, Clearwater, FL
    • Beer Flights also available

    India (located between the China and Germany pavilions)
    FOOD

    • Warm Indian Bread with Pickled Garlic, Mango Salsa and Coriander Pesto Dips (V) (KA)
    • Madras Red Curry with Roasted Cauliflower, Baby Carrots, Chickpeas, and Basmati Rice (V) (GF)
    • Korma Chicken with Cucumber Tomato Salad, Almonds, Cashews, and Warm Naan Bread

    BEVERAGE

    • Mango Lassi (Non-Alcoholic) (KA)
    • Godfather Lager
    • Sula Chenin Blanc, Nashik
    • Sula Shiraz, Nashik
    • Mango Lassi with Sōmrus Indian Cream Liqueur

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    Germany (located in the Germany pavilion)
    FOOD

    • Schinkennudeln: Pasta Gratin with Ham, Onions and Cheese (KA)
    • Roast Bratwurst in a Pretzel Roll (KA)
    • Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce (V) (KA)

    BEVERAGE

    • Radeberger Zwickel Pilsner (Unfiltered)
    • Carl Graff Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Spätlese, Mosel
    • J&H Selbach Bernkasteler Kurfürstlay Riesling Kabinett, Mosel
    • Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Himmelreich Riesling Kabinett Halbtrocken, Mosel
    • Villa Wolf Pinot Noir, Pfalz
    • Riesling Flight also available

    Brewer’s Collection (located between the China and Germany pavilions)
    BEVERAGE

    • Radeberger Zwickel Pilsner (Unfiltered)
    • Hacker-Pschorr Hefe Weisse Naturtrüb
    • Schöfferhofer Hefeweizen Pomegranate Beer
    • Beer Flight also available

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    Spain (located between the Germany and Italy pavilions)
    FOOD

    • Charcuterie in a Cone with a selection of imported Spanish Meats, Cheeses, and Olives with an Herb Vinaigrette
    • Spanish-style Paella with Chorizo and Roasted Chicken
    • Seafood Salad with Shrimp, Bay Scallops, Mussels, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, White Balsamic Vinegar, and Smoked Paprika (GF)

    BEVERAGE

    • Lagar de Bouza Albariño, Rías Baixas
    • Casa Castillo Monastrell, Jumilla
    • Espelt Garnacha Old Vines, Catalonia
    • Wine Flight also available

    Africa (located in The Outpost between the China and Germany pavilions)
    FOOD

    • Berbere-style Beef Tenderloin Tips with Onions, Jalapeños, Tomato, and Pap (GF)
    • Spicy Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew with Vegan Yogurt and Quinoa (V)

    BEVERAGE

    • Cederberg Chenin Blanc
    • Jam Jar Sweet Shiraz
    • Groot Constantia Pinotage
    • Wine Flight also available

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    Hops & Barley (located in The American Adventure)
    FOOD

      • New England Lobster Roll: Warm Lobster with Fresh Herb Mayonnaise and Griddled Roll
      • New Brunswick Slider: Slow-braised Beef Brisket “Pot Roast Style” with Horseradish Cream Crispy Fried Onions on a Potato Roll with Pickled Vegetables on the side

    Freshly Baked Carrot Cake and Cream Cheese Icing (V) (KA)

    BEVERAGE

    • North Coast Brewing Co. Blue Star Wheat, Fort Bragg, CA
    • 3 Daughters Brewing A Wake Coffee Blonde Ale, St. Petersburg, FL
    • Heavy Seas AmeriCannon IPA, Baltimore, MD
    • Angry Orchard Rosé Hard Cider, Walden, NY
    • Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay, Santa Lucia Highlands
    • Broadside Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles
    • Beer Flight also available

    Belgium (located between the France and Morocco pavilions)
    FOOD

    • Beer-braised Beef served with Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes
    • Belgian Waffle with Warm Chocolate Ganache and Whipped Cream (V) (KA)
    • Belgian Waffle with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream (V) (KA)

    BEVERAGE

    • Leffe Blonde Belgian Pale Ale
    • St. Bernardus Witbier
    • St. Bernardus Abt 12
    • Stella Artois Hard Cidre
    • Chilled Coffee featuring Godiva Chocolate Liqueur
    • Beer Flight also available

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    Brazil (located between the France and Morocco pavilions)
    FOOD

    • Moqueca: Brazilian Seafood Stew featuring Scallops, Shrimp and White Fish with Coconut-lime Sauce and Steamed Rice
    • Crispy Pork Belly with Black Beans, Tomato and Onions (GF)
    • Pão de Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread (GF) (V) (KA)

    BEVERAGE

    • M.I.A. Beer Company Barbossa Black Beer, Doral, FL
    • Casa Valduga Brut Rosé
    • Quinta do Crasto Duoro Red
    • Frozen Caipirinha featuring LeBlon Cachaça

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    New Zealand (located near Refreshment Port)
    FOOD

    • Steamed Green Lip Mussels with Garlic Butter and Toasted Breadcrumbs
    • Lamb Meatball with Spicy Tomato Chutney
    • Seared Venison Sausage with Kumara Purée and Wild Mushroom Marsala Sauce

    BEVERAGE

    • Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough
    • Antmoore Wineworks MOKOblack Pinot Noir, Marlborough
    • Frozen Wine Cocktail featuring Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc

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    Ireland (located in the United Kingdom pavilion)
    FOOD

    • Roasted Irish Sausage with Colcannon Potatoes and Onion Gravy
    • Warm Irish Cheddar Cheese and Stout Dip with Irish Brown Bread (V)
    • Warm Chocolate Pudding with Irish Cream Liqueur Custard

    BEVERAGE

    • Guinness Foreign Extra Stout
    • Bunratty Meade Honey Wine
    • Guinness Baileys Shake

    Canada (located in the Canada pavilion)
    FOOD

    • Canadian Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Soup served with a Pretzel Roll
    • “Le Cellier” Wild Mushroom Beef Filet Mignon with Truffle-Butter Sauce (GF)

    BEVERAGE

    • Moosehead Radler: Lager infused with Grapefruit, Grape and Lemon Juices, New Brunswick
    • Château Des Charmes Equuleus Red Blend, St. David’s Bench
    • Château Des Charmes Vidal Icewine, Niagara-on-the-Lake

    The Almond Orchard hosted by Blue Diamond Almond Breeze® (located in Showcase Plaza)
    FOOD

    • Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Pulled Chicken, Toasted Blue Diamond Almonds and Parmesan Cheese served with Nut Thins Crackers
    • Fire-roasted Tomato Hummus topped with Blue Diamond Lightly Salted Roasted Almonds and served with Blue Diamond Artisan Nut Thins Multi-seeds Crackers
    • Banana Almond Soft-serve Sundae with Fresh Berries and Chocolate Almond Streusel (V)(KA)

    BEVERAGE

    • Almond Breeze Strawberry Smoothie (Non-Alcoholic) (KA)
    • Moët & Chandon Imperial Brut Champagne
    • Dom Pérignon Brut Champagne
    • Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Rosé Champagne

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    The Cheese Studio hosted by Boursin Cheese® (located in Future World West)
    FOOD

    • Braised Beef “Stroganoff” with Tiny Egg Noodles, Wild Mushroom, and Boursin Garlic and Fine Herbs Cheese Sauce (KA)
    • Cheese Trio: Profiterole topped with Boursin Garlic and Fine Herbs Cheese and Orange Apricot Jam; Smoked Salmon Pinwheel with Boursin Shallot and Chive Cheese and Everything Seasoning; Strawberry Macaron with Boursin Pepper Cheese
    • Maple Bourbon Boursin Cheesecake with Maple Bourbon Cream, Caramel, and Pecan Crunch (V)

    BEVERAGE

    • Florida Orange Groves Winery Sparkling Blueberry Wine, St. Petersburg, FL
    • La Crema Pinot Gris, Monterey
    • Domaine Saint André de Figuière Rosé, Côtes de Provence
    • Alta Vista Estate Malbec, Mendoza

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    Flavors from Fire (located in Future World West)
    FOOD

    • Piggy Wings: Roasted Pork Wings with Korean BBQ Sauce and Sesame Seeds (KA)
    • Smoked Corned Beef with Warm Crispy Potatoes, Pickled Onions, and Blonde Ale Beer Fondue featuring BelGioioso Romano and American Grana Cheeses
    • Charred Chimichurri Skirt Steak on a Smoked Corn Cake with Pickled Vegetable Slaw and Cilantro Aïoli
    • Chocolate Picante: Dark Chocolate Mousse with Cayenne Pepper, Chili Powder, and Mango

    BEVERAGE

    • Orlando Brewery Smokin’ Blackwater Porter
    • Michael David Winery 7 Deadly Zins Zinfandel, Lodi
    • Swine Brine featuring Jim Beam Bourbon

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    The Chocolate Studio (located in Future World West)
    FOOD

    • Liquid Nitro Chocolate-Almond Truffle with Warm Whiskey-Caramel (GF) (KA)
    • Sweet Dark Chocolate Raspberry Torte with Whipped Cream (V)

    BEVERAGE

    • Twinings Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea and Chocolate Shake (non-alcoholic) (KF)
    • Banfi Rosa Regale Sparkling Red, Piedmont
    • Daou Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles
    • Croft 10 Year Tawny
    • Twinings Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Frozen Cocktail with Caramel Vodka

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    The Wine & Dine Studio (located in Future World West)
    FOOD

    • Seared Scallops, Truffled Celery Root Purée, Brussels Sprouts, and Wild Mushrooms featuring Melissa’s Produce
    • Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Vinaigrette, Parmesan Cheese, and Pumpkin Seeds (V) (KA)
    • Trio of Artisan Cheese featuring La Bottega di BelGioioso Cheeses (V)
      • Crescenza-Stracchino
      • CreamyGorg Gorgonzola Dolce
      • Artigiano Vino Rosso
    • Artist Palette of Wine and Cheese
      • Trio of Artisan Cheese paired with Rainstorm Silver Linings Pinot Noir Rosé, Reata Chardonnay and Spellbound Petite Sirah

    BEVERAGE

    • Reata Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast
    • Rainstorm Silver Linings Pinot Noir Rosé, Oregon
    • Spellbound Petite Sirah, California

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    Earth Eats (located in Future World West)
    FOOD

    • The Steakhouse Blended Burger: Blended Beef and Wild Mushroom Slider with Brie Cheese
    • Fondue, Arugula, Truffle and Blue Cheese Potato Chip on a Brioche Bun
    • The Impossible Burger Slider with Wasabi Cream and Spicy Asian Slaw on a Sesame Seed Bun (V)

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    Active Eats (located in Future World West)
    FOOD

    • Loaded Mac ‘n’ Cheese with Nueske’s Pepper Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Peppers, and Green Onions (KA)
    • Spice-crusted Verlasso Salmon with Warm Lentil Power Salad, Crushed Avocado, and Sherry Vinegar (GF)
    • Active Eats Energy Bar Bites: A mixture of Chocolate, Nuts, Dried Fruit and Dates (V) (KA)

    BEVERAGE

    • M.I.A. Beer Company HRD WTR Pineapple Coconut Hard Sparkling Water, Doral, FL
    • L’Ecole No. 41 Chenin Blanc Old Vines, Columbia Valley, WA
    • Evolution by Sokol Blosser Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR

    Coastal Eats (located in Future World West)
    FOOD

    • Lump Crab Cake with Napa Cabbage Slaw and Avocado-lemongrass Cream
    • Baked Shrimp Scampi Dip with Sourdough Baguette
    • Seared Scallops with Roasted Corn and Butterbean Succotash and Chili-chipotle Butter Sauce

    BEVERAGE

    • A to Z Wineworks Pinot Gris, Oregon
    • ROCO Gravel Road Pinot Noir, Oregon

    Light Lab (located in Future World West)
    BEVERAGE

    • Phosphorescent Phreeze (non-alcoholic) (KA)
    • InfraRED (non-alcoholic) (KA)
    • UltraVIOLET (non-alcoholic) (KA)
    • Bleu Spectrum: Blanc de Bleu Cuvée Mousseux with Boba Pearls
    • Original Sin Dry Rosé Hard Cider, New York, NY Cider
    • 3 Daughters Brewing Blueberry Peppercorn Hard Cider, St. Petersburg, FL Cider
    • Ciderboys Zen Berry Hard Cider, Stevens Point, WI Cider
    • Playalinda Brewing Co. Red Cherry Tart, Titusville, FL
    • GrassLands Brewing Company Green Kiwi Blonde, Tallahassee, FL
    • M.I.A. Beer Company Blue-berry Golden Ale, Doral, FL
    • Flights also available

    Shimmering Sips Mimosa Bar (located in the Festival Center)
    FOOD

    • Chocolate Croissant: Flaky Croissant stuffed with Chocolate
    • Almond Croissant: Flaky Croissant topped with Toasted Almonds
    • Jumbo Blueberry Muffin with Streusel Topping
    • Cheese Danish with Sweet Icing

    BEVERAGE

    • Frozen Apple Pie (non-alcoholic) (KA)
    • Tropical Mimosa with Sparkling Wine and Pomegranate, Orange and Grapefruit Juices
    • Key Lime Mimosa with Key Lime Sparkling Wine and Cranberry Juice
    • Blood Orange Mimosa with Sparkling Wine and Blood Orange Juice
    • Madras Mimosa with Cranberry Sparkling Wine and Orange Juice
    • Frozen Mimosa featuring White Claw Natural Lime Hard Seltzer
    • Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee

    The Festival Center Wine Shop (Disney Family of Wines) (located in the Festival Center)
    FOOD

    • Charcuterie Plate: Chefs Selection of Artisanal Meats and Accompaniments
    • La Bottega di BelGioioso Cheese Plate: Crescenza-Stracchino, CreamyGorg Gorgonzola Dolce, and Artigiano Vino Rosso Cheeses
    • Bloody Mary Seafood Cocktail: Shrimp, Bay Scallops, Mussels, Olive Salad and Crisp Lettuce in a Bloody Mary Vinaigrette

    BEVERAGE

    • Fess Parker Riesling, Santa Barbara County
    • MacMurray Estate Vineyards Pinot Gris, Russian River Valley
    • Silverado Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley
    • Silverado Vineyards Chardonnay, Carneros
    • Kurt Russell’s Gogi Wines “Goldie” Chardonnay, Santa Rita Hills
    • MacMurray Estate Vineyards Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
    • Kurt Russell’s Gogi Wines “Birdie” Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills
    • Skywalker Vineyards Sommita Pinot Noir, Marin County
    • Silverado Vineyards Fantasia Sangiovese Blend, Napa Valley
    • Chappellet Mountain Cuvée Bordeaux Blend, Napa Valley
    • Fess Parker Rodney’s Vineyard Syrah, Santa Barbara County
    • Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
    • White Wine Flight
    • Pinot Noir Flight
    • Red Wine Flight

    The Chocolate Experience: From Bean to the Bar hosted by Ghirardelli Chocolate Company) (located in the Festival Center)

    BEVERAGE

    • Banfi Rosa Regale Sparkling Red, Piedmont
    • Ghirardelli Drinking Chocolate (Non-Alcoholic)

    Refreshment Outpost (located between the China and Germany pavilions)
    
FOOD

    • Spicy Hot Dog with Kimchi and Mustard Sauce

    BEVERAGE

    • Bain’s Cape Mountain Whisky & Frozen Coke

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    Refreshment Port (located near the Canada pavilion)
    
FOOD

    • Beef Brisket Poutine: French Fries with Beef Brisket, Beer Cheese Sauce, and Poutine Gravy topped with Crispy Onions
    • Sweet Potato Poutine: Sweet Potato Fries with Caramel Sauce, Mini Marshmallows, and Pecans (V)
    • Pineapple Soft-Serve Ice Cream (V) (KA)

    BEVERAGE

    • Pineapple Soft-Serve Ice Cream with Bacardi Coconut Rum
    • Dragon Berry Refresher featuring Bacardi Dragon Berry Rum

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    Taste Track (located near Test Track)
    FOOD

    • Croissant Doughnut tossed in Cinnamon Sugar (KA)
    • Croissant Doughnut with Chocolate and Marshmallows (KA)
    • Croissant Doughnut with Chocolate Hazelnut Cream (KA)
    • Croissant Doughnut with Sprinkles (KA)
    • Gelato (Chocolate, Hazelnut, White Chocolate Raspberry or Vanilla Bean)

    BEVERAGE

    • Pancake Milkshake (KA)

    Block & Hans (located in The American Adventure)
    BEVERAGE

    • Dogfish Head Brewery 60 Minute IPA, Milton, DE
    • Ciderboys Strawberry Magic Hard Cider, Stevens Point, WI
    • Full Sail Brewing Co. Blood Orange Wheat, Hood River, OR
    • Karbach Brewing Co. Love Street Kölsch Style Blonde, Houston, TX
    • Big Top Brewing Company Hawaiian Lion Coconut and Coffee Porter, Sarasota, FL
    • Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale, Lexington, KY

    Fife & Drum (located in the American Adventure)
    BEVERAGE

    • Hanson Brothers Beer Company Mmmhops Pale Ale, Tulsa, OK

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    Japan (located in the Japan pavilion)
    FOOD

    • Teriyaki Chicken Bun: Steamed bun filled with Chicken, Vegetables, and a Sweet Teriyaki Sauce (KA)
    • Beef Nigiri topped with Shrimp Sauce and Diced Pickled Jalapeños (GF)
    • Spicy Roll: Tuna and Salmon topped with Volcano Sauce

    BEVERAGE

    • Kirin Ichiban Lager
    • Ozeki Rai Sake
    • Fuji Apple Cocktail: Sake, Peach Schnapps, and Green Apple Syrup

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    Morocco (located in the Morocco pavilion)
    FOOD

    • Kefta Pocket: Seasoned Ground Beef in a Pita Pocket (KA)
    • Hummus Fries with Cucumber, Tomato, Onions and Tzatziki Sauce (V)
    • Chocolate Baklava: Rolled Phyllo Dough with Toasted Almonds and Dark Chocolate Sauce

    BEVERAGE

    • Casa Pale Lager
    • Kasbah Prestige Red Wine
    • Mimosa Royale: Sparkling Wine and Orange Juice topped with Orange Liqueur
    • Red Organic Sangria

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    Mexico (located in the Mexico pavilion)
    FOOD

    • Short Rib Tostada: Corn Tortilla topped with Short Ribs, Black Beans, Salsa Verde, and Spring Onion
    • Shrimp Quesadilla: Corn Tortilla with Shrimp and Oaxaca Cheese and topped with Spicy Guajillo Sauce and Sesame Seeds
    • Coconut Rice Pudding served with Mango Coulis (GF) (V)

    BEVERAGE

    • Cerveza Por Favor: Dos Equis Draft Beer with a hint of Almond
    • Mariachi Loco: Margarita with Libelula Tequila Joven, Mango Purée and Chamoy
    • Ay Caramba: Smoky Margarita with Gracias A Dios Mezcal, Lime Juice and Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur
    • La Chancla: Red Wine Sangria mixed with Fruit Juice
    • El Padrino: Blackberry Mexican Punch with Velo Blanco Tequila

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    China (located in the China pavilion)
    FOOD

    • Xi’an Pancake with Beef
    • Chicken Dumplings with Chinese Slaw (KA)
    • Beijing Roasted Duck Bao Bun with Hoisin Sauce
    • Black Pepper Shrimp with Garlic Noodles

    BEVERAGE

    • Mango Bubble Tea with Assam Black Tea and Milk (non-alcoholic)
    • Jasmine Draft Beer
    • Happy Peach: Peach Liqueur and Dark Rum
    • Kung Fu Punch: Vodka and Triple Sec
    • Byejoe Punch: Chinese Bai Jiu Spirit, Lychee, Coconut and Pineapple Juice
    • Honeydew Bai Jiu Cocktail: Chinese Bai Jiu Spirit and Honeydew Syrup

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    France (located in the France pavilion)
    FOOD

    • Croissant aux Escargots: Escargot Croissant with Garlic and Parsley
    • Carbonade de Boeuf, Purée de Pommes de Terre: Beer-braised Beef with Bacon, Onion and Mashed Potatoes
    • Crème Brûlée à la Confiture de Framboises: Crème Brûlée with House-made Raspberry Jam (V) (GF) (KA)

    BEVERAGE

    • La Passion Martini Slush: Vodka, Grey Goose Le Citron, Cranberry, and Passion Fruit Juice
    • Chardonnay, Le Vieux Manoir
    • Cabernet Sauvignon, Village la Tourelle, Bordeaux
    • St-Germain Sparkling Kir: Sparkling Wine and St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur
      Kronenbourg 1664 Pale Lager

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    Italy (located in the Italy pavilion)
    FOOD

    • Fritto Misto: Crispy Shrimp, Zucchini, and Sweet Potatoes with a Spicy Sauce
    • Pollo Alla Cacciatora: Braised Chicken Thigh, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, and Parmesan Polenta
    • Mezzi Rigatoni: Vodka Sauce, Crispy Pancetta, and Parmesan Cheese (KA)
    • Cannoli: Cannoli filled with Sweet Ricotta, Chocolate and Candied Fruit (KA)

    BEVERAGE

    • Moretti Lager
    • Moretti La Rossa Double Malt
    • Placido Pinot Grigio
    • Placido Chianti
    • Villa Sandi Prosecco
    • Montegrande Corbinello Spumante Dolce
    • Fior d’Arancio Montegrande Moscato
    • Margarita with Limoncello and Tequila

    Funnel Cake Stand (located in The American Adventure)

    • Maple Bacon Funnel Cake topped with Candied Bacon (KA)

    Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company

    • The American Adventure: Fire and Ice: Frozen Lemon with Fireball Cinnamon Whisky
    • Canada: Riviera Sunrise: Frozen Orange Pineapple with Grand Mariner
    • Showcase Plaza: Wild Goose: Frozen Wild Berry Acai with Grey Goose Vodka
    • Future World East: Fast Lane: Frozen Cappuccino with Brown Jug Bourbon Cream
  • Chef Mickey Annual Passholder Magnet and Cutting Board Available at Epcot Food & Wine Festival

    Chef Mickey Annual Passholder Magnet and Cutting Board Available at Epcot Food & Wine Festival

    Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can delight in an array of special offerings during the 2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival—held August 30 through November 12, 2018! And this year you can get an Annual Passholder magnet that features Chef Mickey on it as well as an awesome cutting board.

    You can take home Chef Mickey-inspired gifts on your first and fourth visits to the Festival in 2018. On your first visit, you’ll receive a complimentary Passholder magnet to add to your collection. And on your fourth visit, you can take home a complimentary, Passholder-exclusive cutting board.

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    To redeem this offer and pick up your complimentary gifts, just visit the theatre across from The Chocolate Experience: From Bean to the Bar, hosted by Ghirardelli Chocolate Company—located in the Festival Center.

    One magnet and one cutting board per Passholder are available while supplies last. You must show your valid annual pass card and photo ID to receive the magnet and cutting board. Passholder visits will be tracked upon park entry, so you only need to visit the Festival Center’s distribution location to redeem your gifts or check your number of visits.

  • Day of the Dead-Inspired Minnie Ears Now Available at Walt Disney World Resort

    Day of the Dead-Inspired Minnie Ears Now Available at Walt Disney World Resort

    The Day of the Dead – or Día de Muertos in Spanish – is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico and by people of Mexican ancestry living in other places, especially the United States. And now just in time to celebrate the occasion, Disney has released Day of the Dead-Inspired Minnie Ears and they are super cute!

    They are beautiful, colorful and a true representation of this important festivity for many families.

    day of the dead minnie ears

    With bold and vibrant Cempasúchil flores, an icon of these festivities, colorful designs that also include a bow in papel picado, a typical Mexican art and paper craft that is cut into intricate and beautiful designs, these ears are quickly becoming a fan favorite item.

    Day of the Dead combines the ancient Aztec custom of celebrating ancestors with All Souls’ Day, a holiday that Spanish invaders brought to Mexico starting in the early 1500s.

    The holiday which is celebrated on November 1 and 2, is like a family reunion—except dead ancestors are the guests of honor. Day of the Dead is a joyful time that helps people remember the deceased and celebrate their memory.

    No matter when and how you celebrate Día de los Muertos, these highly anticipated ears are now available at Walt Disney World retail locations, including the México pavilion at Epcot, where guests can get additional Día de los Muertos inspired merchandise.

  • Complete Eat to the Beat Band Lineup For 23rd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

    Complete Eat to the Beat Band Lineup For 23rd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

    Thirty-two musical acts will perform during the 23rd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, Aug. 30-Nov. 12, 2018. These performers represent a diverse collection of hitmakers from pop to country to R&B and more.

    The concert series packs a powerful lineup ready to rock the America Gardens Theatre stage at 5:30, 6:45 and 8 p.m. daily. Eat to the Beat welcomes nine new-to-the-festival bands including MercyMe,Sheila E and Jim Belushi & The Sacred Hearts, who join 23 returning acts.

    The lineup (included in Epcot admission and subject to change) includes the following artists, best known for these popular songs:

    Aug. 30-31                Blue October – “Into the Ocean”

    Sept. 1-3                   Tiffany – “I Think We’re Alone Now”

    Sept. 4-5                   NEW! MercyMe – “I Can Only Imagine”

    Sept. 6-7                   NEW! Glass Tiger – “Don’t Forget Me (When I’m Gone)”

    Sept. 8-9                   NEW! Tauren Wells – “Hills and Valleys”

    Sept. 10-11               Postmodern Jukebox – Known for vintage-style covers of modern hits

    Sept. 12-13               NEW! Vertical Horizon – “Everything You Want”

    Sept. 14-16               Baha Men – “Who Let the Dogs Out”

    Sept. 17-19                Plain White T’s – “Hey There Delilah”

    Sept. 20-21                Living Colour – “Cult of Personality”

    Sept. 22-23                NEW! Sheila E – “The Glamorous Life”

    Sept. 24-26               Sugar Ray – “Every Morning”

    Sept. 27-28                David Cook – “Light On”

    Sept. 29-30               Jeffrey Osborne – “On the Wings of Love”

    Oct. 1-2                     NEW! Jim Belushi and the Sacred Hearts – Known for their soulful rhythm & blues covers

    Oct. 3-4                     Everclear – “Santa Monica”

    Oct. 5-7                     Mark Wills – “19 Something”

    Oct. 8-10                   Air Supply – “All Out of Love”

    Oct. 11-12                 NEW! Anderson East  – “All on My Mind”

    Oct. 13-14                 Smash Mouth – “All Star”

    Oct. 15-16                 NEW! 98 Degrees  – “Give Me Just One Night”

    Oct. 17-18                 38 Special – “Hold On Loosely”

    Oct. 19-21                 The Devon Allman Project – “Ragged and Dirty”

    Oct. 22-23                 Kenny G – “Songbird”

    Oct. 24-25                 Billy Ocean – “Get Outta My Dreams”

    Oct. 26-28                 Starship featuring Mickey Thomas – “We Built this City”

    Oct. 29-31                 Hanson – “MMMBop”

    Nov. 1-2                   NEW! High Valley – “She’s with Me.”

    Nov. 3-4                   Taylor Dayne – “Prove Your Love”

    Nov. 5-7                   Boyz II Men – “End of the Road”

    Nov. 8-9                   The Hooters – “And We Danced”

    Nov. 10-12                Big Bad Voodoo Daddy – “Go Daddy-O”

  • Menus Revealed For Disney’s Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

    Menus Revealed For Disney’s Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

    Get ready to eat Foodies, because Disney has newly released menus for this year’s Epcot International Food and Wine Festival.

    The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival returns to Walt Disney World Resort this fall with 75 days of entertainment, events, and, of course, a veritable cornucopia of wonderful food and tasty beverages. The festival’s 23rd year runs from August 30 to November 12, 2018.

    Stands at the festival include Africa, Active Eats, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, The Chocolate Studio, Hawai’i, Islands of the Caribbean, Thailand and many more. Take a look below at all the yummy eats being served up this year!

    Active Eats

    Food:

    • Loaded Mac ‘n’ Cheese with Nueske’ Pepper Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Peppers and Green Onions (KA)
    • Spice-crusted Verlasso Salmon with Warm Lentil Power Salad, Crushed Avocado and Sherry Vinegar (GF)
    • NEW: Active Eats Energy Bar Bites: a mixture of Chocolate, Nuts, Dried Fruit and Dates (V) (KA)

    Beverages:

    • M.I.A. Beer Company HRD WTR
    • Pineapple Coconut Hard Sparkling Water, Doral, FL
    • L’Ecole No. 41 Chenin Blanc Old Vines, Columbia Valley, WA
    • Evolution by Sokol Blosser Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR

    Africa

    Food:

    • Berbere-style Beef Tenderloin Tips with Onions, Jalapeños, Tomato and Pap (GF)
    • Spicy Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew with Vegan Yogurt and Quinoa (V)

    Beverages:

    • Cederberg Chenin Blanc
    • Jam Jar Sweet Shiraz
    • Groot Constantia Pinotage
    • Wine Flight

    The Almond Orchard hosted by Blue Diamond Almond Breeze

    Food:

    • NEW: Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Pulled Chicken, Toasted Blue Diamond Almonds and Parmesan Cheese served with Nut Thins® Crackers
    • Fire-roasted Tomato Hummus topped with Blue Diamond Lightly Salted Roasted Almonds and served with Blue Diamond Artisan Nut Thins® Multi-seeds Crackers
    • Banana Almond Soft-serve Sundae with Fresh Berries and Chocolate Almond Streusel (KA) (V)

    Beverages:

    • Almond Breeze Strawberry Smoothie (Non-alcoholic) (KA)
    • Moët & Chandon Imperial Brut Champagne
    • Dom Pérignon Brut Champagne
    • Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Rosé Champagne

    Australia

    Food:

    • Grilled Sweet and Spicy Bush Berry Shrimp with Pineapple, Pepper, Onion and Snap Peas (GF)
    • Grilled Lamb Chop with Mint Pesto and Potato Crunchies (GF)
    • Lamington: Yellow Cake Dipped in Chocolate and Shredded Coconut (V)

    Beverages:

    • Coopers Brewery Original Pale Ale
    • Hope Estate “Wollombi Brook” Semillon, Hunter Valley
    • Franklin Tate Estates Chardonnay, Margaret River
    • Yangarra Shiraz, McLaren Vale
    • Wine Flight

    Belgium

    Food:

    • Beer-braised Beef served with Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes
    • Belgian Waffle with Warm Chocolate Ganache and Whipped Cream (V) (KA)
    • Belgian Waffle with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream (V) (KA)

    Beverages:

    • Leffe Blonde Belgian Pale Ale (Flight)
    • St. Bernardus Witbier (Flight)
    • St. Bernardus Abt 12 (Flight)
    • Stella Artois Hard Cider
    • Chilled Coffee featuring Godiva Chocolate Liqueur
    • Beer Flight

    Brazil

    Food:

    • NEW:Moqueca: Brazilian Seafood Stew featuring Scallops, Shrimp and White Fish with Coconut-lime Sauce and Steamed Rice
    • Crispy Pork Belly with Black Beans, Tomato and Onions (GF)
    • Pão de Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread (GF) (V) (KA)

    Beverages:

    M.I.A. Beer Company Barbossa Black Beer, Doral, FL

    Casa Valduga Brut Rosé

    Quinta do Crasto Duoro Red

    Frozen Caipirinha featuring LeBlon Cachaça

    Brewer’s Collection

    Beverages:

    • Radeberger Zwickel Pilsner (Unfiltered)
    • Hacker-Pschorr Hefe Weisse Naturtrüb
    • Schöfferhofer Hefeweizen Pomegranate Beer
    • Beer Flight

    Canada

    Food:

    • Canadian Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Soup served with a Pretzel Roll
    • Le Cellier Wild Mushroom Beef Filet Mignon with Truffle-Butter Sauce (GF)

    Beverages:

    • Moosehead Radler: Lager infused with Grapefruit, Grape and Lemon Juices, New Brunswick
    • Château Des Charmes Equuleus Red Blend, St. David’s Bench
    • Château Des Charmes Vidal Icewine, Niagara-on-the-Lake

    The Cheese Studio hosted by Boursin® Cheese

    Food:

    • Braised Beef Stroganoff with Tiny Egg Noodles, Wild Mushroom and Boursin Garlic with Fine Herbs Cheese Sauce (KA)
    • Cheese Trio: Profiterole topped with Boursin Garlic and Fine Herbs Cheese and Orange Apricot Jam; Smoked Salmon Pinwheel with Boursin Shallot and Chive Cheese and Everything Seasoning; Strawberry Macaron with Boursin Pepper Cheese
    • NEW: Maple Bourbon Boursin Cheesecake with Maple Bourbon Cream, Caramel and Pecan Crunch (V)

    Beverages:

    • Florida Orange Groves Winery Sparkling Blueberry Wine, St. Petersburg, FL
    • La Crema Pinot Gris, Monterey
    • Domaine Saint André de Figuière Rosé, Côtes de Provence
    • Alta Vista Estate Malbec, Mendoza

    China

    Food:

    • NEW: Xi’an Pancake with Beef
    • NEW: Chicken Dumplings with Chinese Slaw (KA)
    • Beijing Roasted Duck Bao Bun with Hoisin Sauce
    • Black Pepper Shrimp with Garlic Noodles

    Beverages:

    • Mango Bubble Tea with Assam Black Tea and Milk (Non-alcoholic)
    • Jasmine Draft Beer
    • Happy Peach: Peach Liqueur and Dark Rum
    • Kung Fu Punch: Vodka and Triple Sec
    • Byejoe Punch: Chinese Bai Jiu Spirit, Lychee, Coconut and Pineapple Juice
    • Honeydew Bai Jiu Cocktail: Chinese Bai Jiu Spirit and Honeydew Syrup

    The Chocolate Studio

    Food:

    • Liquid Nitro Chocolate-Almond Truffle with Warm Whiskey-Caramel (GF) (KA)
    • Sweet Dark Chocolate Raspberry Tart with Whipped Cream (V)

    Beverages:

    • Twinings® Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea and Chocolate Shake (Non-alcoholic) (KA)
    • Banfi Rosa Regale Sparkling Red, Piedmont
    • Daou Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles
    • Croft 10 Year Tawny
    • Twinings® Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Frozen Cocktail with Caramel Vodka

    Coastal Eats

    Food:

    • Lump Crab Cake with Napa Cabbage Slaw and Avocado-lemongrass Cream
    • Baked Shrimp Scampi Dip with Sourdough Baguette
    • Seared Scallops with Roasted Corn, Butterbean Succotash and Chili-chipotle Butter Sauce

    Beverages:

    • A to Z Wineworks Pinot Gris, Oregon
    • ROCO Gravel Road Pinot Noir, Oregon

    Craft Drafts

    Beverages:

    • Central 28 Beer Company Waff-Ale, DeBary, FL (Flight 1)
    • Bold City Brewing 1901 Roasted Red Ale, Jacksonville, FL (Flight 1)
    • Florida Beer Company Passport Triple Chocolate Milk Stout, Cape Canaveral, FL (Flight 1)
    • First Magnitude Brewing Co. Lemongrass Saison, Gainesville, FL (Flight 2)
    • JDub’s Brewing Company Honeydew Melon Kölsch, Sarasota, FL (Flight 2)
    • Shipyard Brewing Company Monkey Fist IPA, Clearwater, FL (Flight 2)
    • Your choice of 2 distinctive Beer Flights

    Earth Eats

    Food:

    • NEW: The Steakhouse Blended Burger: Blended Beef and Wild Mushroom Slider with Brie Cheese Fondue, Arugula, Truffle and Blue Cheese Potato Chip on a Brioche Bun
    • NEW: The IMPOSSIBLE™ Burger Slider with Wasabi Cream and Spicy Asian Slaw on a Sesame Seed Bun (V)

    Beverages:

    • Health-Ade Kombucha Pink Lady Apple
    • Health-Ade Kombucha Pomegranate
    • Health-Ade Kombucha Beet-Lime
    • Kombucha Flight

    The Festival Center Wine Shop

    Food:

    • Charcuterie Plate: Chefs Selection of Artisanal Meats and Accompaniments
    • La Bottega di BelGioioso Cheese Plate: Crescenza-Stracchino, CreamyGorg Gorgonzola Dolce, and Artigiano Vino Rosso Cheeses
    • Bloody Mary Seafood Cocktail: Shrimp, Bay Scallops, Mussels, Olive Salad and Crisp Lettuce in a Bloody Mary Vinaigrette

    Beverages:

    • Fess Parker Riesling, Santa Barbara County (White Flight)
    • MacMurray Estate Vineyards Pinot Gris, Russian River Valley (White Flight)
    • Silverado Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley (White Flight)
    • Silverado Vineyards Chardonnay, Carneros
    • Kurt Russell’s Gogi Wines “Goldie” Chardonnay, Santa Rita Hills
    • MacMurray Estate Vineyards Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley (Pinot Noir Flight)
    • Kurt Russell’s Gogi Wines “Birdie” Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills (Pinot Noir Fight)
    • Skywalker Vineyards Sommita Pinot Noir, Marin County (Pinot Noir Flight)
    • Silverado Vineyards Fantasia Sangiovese Blend, Napa Valley (Red Flight)
    • Chappellet Mountain Cuvée Bordeaux Blend, Napa Valley (Red Flight)
    • Fess Parker Rodney’s Vineyard Syrah, Santa Barbara County (Red Flight)
    • Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
    • White Flight
    • Pinot Noir Flight
    • Red Flight

    Flavors from Fire

    Food:

    • Piggy Wings: Roasted Pork Wings with Korean BBQ Sauce and Sesame Seeds (KA)
    • Smoked Corned Beef with Warm Crispy Potatoes, Pickled Onions and Blonde Ale Beer Fondue featuring BelGioioso® Romano and American Grana Cheeses
    • NEW: Charred Chimichurri Skirt Steak on a Smoked Corn Cake with Pickled Vegetable Slaw and Cilantro Aïoli
    • Chocolate Picante: Dark Chocolate Mousse with Cayenne Pepper, Chili Powder and Mango

    Beverages:

    • Orlando Brewery Smokin’ Blackwater Porter
    • Michael David Winery 7 Deadly Zins Zinfandel, Lodi
    • Swine Brine featuring Jim Beam Bourbon

    France

    Food:

    • Croissant aux Escargots: Escargot Croissant with Garlic and Parsley
    • Carbonade de Boeuf, Purée de Pommes de Terre: Beer-braised Beef with Bacon, Onion and Mashed Potatoes
    • Crème Brûlée à la Confiture de Framboises: Crème Brûlée with House-made Raspberry Jam (V) (GF) (KA)

    Beverages:

    • La Passion Martini Slush: Vodka, Grey Goose Le Citron, Cranberry and Passion Fruit Juice
    • Chardonnay, Le Vieux Manoir
    • Cabernet Sauvignon, Village la Tourelle, Bordeaux
    • St-Germain Sparkling Kir: Sparkling Wine and St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur
    • Kronenbourg Blanc 1664 Pale Lager

    Germany

    Food:

    • Schinkennudeln: Pasta Gratin with Ham, Onions and Cheese (KA)
    • Roast Bratwurst in a Pretzel Roll (KA)
    • Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce (V) (KA)

    Beverages:

    • Radeberger Zwickel Pilsner (Unfiltered)
    • Carl Graff Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Spätlese, Mosel (Flight)
    • J&H Selbach Bernkasteler Kurfürstlay Riesling Kabinett, Mosel (Flight)
    • Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Himmelreich Riesling Kabinett Halbtrocken, Mosel (Flight)
    • Villa Wolf Pinot Noir, Pfalz
    • Riesling Flight

    Greece

    Food:

    • Loaded Greek “Nachos”: Pita Chips, Meatless Sausage Crumbles and Vegan Tzatziki (V) (KA)
    • Taste of Greece: Chicken Souvlaki, Feta Cheese Dip with Warm Pita and Lamb Sausage with a Dill Tomato Ragu
    • Spanakopita: Greek Spinach Pie (V)
    • Bougatsa: Warm Phyllo Dough Strudel with Sweet Vanilla Custard, Lemon Honey Syrup and Cinnamon (V) (KA)

    Beverages:

    • Domaine Skouras Moscofilero, Peloponnese
    • Domaine Sigalas Assyrtiko, Santorini
    • Argyros Atlantis Red Blend, Santorini
    • Wine Flight

    Hawai’i

    Food:

    • Kalua Pork Slider with Sweet and Sour DOLE® Pineapple Chutney and Spicy Mayonnaise (KA)
    • Grilled Tuna Tataki with Seaweed Salad, Pickled Cucumbers and Wasabi Cream
    • Teriyaki-glazed SPAM® Hash with Potatoes, Peppers, Onions and Spicy Mayonnaise
    • Passion Fruit Cheesecake with Toasted Macadamia Nuts (V)

    Beverages:

    • Maui Brewing Company Bikini Blonde Lager
    • Florida Orange Groves Sparkling Pineapple Wine, St. Petersburg, FL
    • Mai Tai with Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum and DOLE Pineapple Juice

    Hops & Barley

    Food:

    • New England Lobster Roll: Warm Lobster with Fresh Herb Mayonnaise and Griddled Roll
    • NEW:New Brunswick Slider: Slow-braised Beef Brisket “Pot Roast Style” with Horseradish Cream and Crispy Fried Onions on a Potato Roll with Pickled Vegetables on the side
    • Freshly Baked Carrot Cake and Cream Cheese Icing (V) (KA)

    Beverages:

    • North Coast Bewing Co. Blue Star Wheat, Fort Bragg, CA (Flight)
    • 3 Daughters Brewing A Wake Coffee Blonde Ale, St. Petersburg, FL (Flight)
    • Heavy Seas AmeriCannon APA, Baltimore, MD (Flight)
    • Angry Orchard Rosé Hard Cider, Walden, NY
    • Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay, Santa Lucia Highlands
    • Broadside Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles
    • Beer Flight

    India

    Food:

    • Warm Indian Bread with Pickled Garlic, Mango Salsa and Coriander Pesto Dips (V) (KA)
    • Madras Red Curry with Roasted Cauliflower, Baby Carrots, Chickpeas and Basmati Rice (V) (GF)
    • Korma Chicken with Cucumber Tomato Salad, Almonds, Cashews and Warm Naan Bread

    Beverages:

    • Mango Lassi (Non-alcoholic) (KA)
    • Godfather Lager
    • Sula Chenin Blanc, Nashik
    • Sula Shiraz, Nashik
    • Mango Lassi with Sōmrus Indian Cream Liqueur

    Ireland

    Food:

    • Roasted Irish Sausage with Colcannon Potatoes and Onion Gravy
    • Warm Irish Cheddar Cheese and Stout Dip with Irish Brown Bread (V)
    • Warm Chocolate Pudding with Irish Cream Liqueur Custard

    Beverages:

    • Guinness Foreign Extra Stout
    • Bunratty Meade Honey Wine
    • Guinness Baileys Shake

    Islands of the Caribbean

    Food:

    • NEW: Ropa Vieja Empanada with Tomato Aïoli (KA)
    • NEW: Jerk-spiced Chicken Lollipop with Roasted Sweet Plantain Salad and Mango Chutney Yogurt
    • Quesito: Puff Pastry with Sweetened Cream Cheese and Guava Sauce (V) (KA)

    Beverages:

    • Red Stripe Lager
    • Caribbean White Sangria
    • Frozen Mojito

    Italy

    Food:

    • NEW: Fritto Misto: Crispy Shrimp, Zucchini and Sweet Potatoes with a Spicy Sauce
    • NEW: Pollo Alla Cacciatora: Braised Chicken Thigh, Mushrooms, Tomatoes and Parmesan Polenta
    • NEW: Mezzi Rigatoni: Vodka Sauce, Crispy Pancetta and Parmesan Cheese (KA)
    • Cannoli: Cannoli filled with Sweet Ricotta, Chocolate and Candied Fruit (KA)

    Beverages:

    • Moretti Lager
    • Moretti La Rossa Double Malt
    • Placido Pinot Grigio
    • Placido Chianti
    • Villa Sandi Prosecco
    • Montegrande Corbinello Spumante Dolce
    • Fior d’Arancio Montegrande Moscato
    • Frozen Margarita with Limoncello and Tequila

    Japan

    Food:

    • NEW: Teriyaki Chicken Bun: Steamed bun filled with Chicken, Vegetables and a Sweet Teriyaki Sauce (KA)
    • NEW: Beef Nigiri topped with Shrimp Sauce and Diced Pickled Jalapeños (GF)
    • NEW:Spicy Roll: Tuna and Salmon topped with Volcano Sauce

    Beverages:

    • Kirin Ichiban Lager
    • Ozeki Rai Sake
    • Fuji Apple Cocktail: Sake, Peach Schnapps and Green Apple Syrup

    Light Lab

    Beverages:

    • NEW: Phosphorescent Phreeze (KA)
    • NEW: InfraRED (KA)
    • NEW: UltraVIOLET (KA)
    • Bleu Spectrum: Blanc de Bleu Cuvée Mousseux with Boba Pearls
    • Original Sin Dry Rosé Hard Cider, New York, NY (Cider Flight)
    • 3 Daughters Brewing Blueberry Peppercorn Hard Cider, St. Petersburg, FL (Cider Flight)
    • Ciderboys Zen Berry Hard Cider, Stevens Point, WI (Cider Flight)
    • Playalinda Brewing Co. Red Cherry Tart, Titusville, FL (RGB Flight)
    • GrassLands Brewing Company Green Kiwi Blonde, Tallahassee, FL (RGB Flight)
    • M.I.A. Beer Company Blue-berry Golden Ale, Doral, FL (RGB Flight)
    • Cider Flight
    • NEW: RGB Flight

    Mexico

    Food:

    • NEW: Short Rib Tostada: Corn Tortilla topped with Short Ribs, Black Beans, Salsa Verde and Spring Onion
    • NEW: Shrimp Quesadilla: Corn Tortilla with Shrimp, Oaxaca Cheese and topped with Spicy Guajillo Sauce and Sesame Seeds
    • NEW: Coconut Rice Pudding served with Mango Coulis (GF) (V)

    Beverages:

    • Cerveza Por Favor: Dos Equis Draft Beer with a hint of Almond
    • Mariachi Loco: Margarita with Libelula Tequila Joven, Mango Purée and Chamoy
    • Ay Caramba: Smoky Margarita with Gracias A Dios Mezcal, Lime Juice and Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur
    • La Chancla: Red Wine Sangria mixed with Fruit Juice
    • El Padrino: Blackberry Mexican Punch with Velo Blanco Tequila

    Morocco

    Food:

    • Kefta Pocket: Seasoned Ground Beef in a Pita Pocket (KA)
    • Hummus Fries with Cucumber, Tomato, Onions and Tzatziki Sauce (V)
    • Chocolate Baklava: Rolled Phyllo Dough with Toasted Almonds and Dark Chocolate Sauce

    Beverages:

    • Casa Pale Lager
    • Kasbah Prestige Red Wine
    • Mimosa Royale: Sparkling Wine and Orange Juice topped with Orange Liqueur
    • Red Organic Sangria

    New Zealand

    Food:

    • Steamed Green Lip Mussels with Garlic Butter and Toasted Breadcrumbs
    • Lamb Meatball with Spicy Tomato Chutney
    • NEW: Seared Venison Sausage with Kumara Purée and Wild Mushroom Marsala Sauce

    Beverages:

    • Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough
    • Antmoore Wineworks MOKOblack Pinot Noir, Marlborough
    • Frozen Wine Cocktail featuring Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
    • Mussels provided by Mark Foods. NEW: Shimmering Sips Mimosa Bar

    Food:

    • Chocolate Croissant: Flaky Croissant stuffed with Chocolate
    • Almond Croissant: Flaky Croissant topped with Toasted Almonds
    • Jumbo Blueberry Muffin with Streusel Topping
    • Cheese Danish with Sweet Icing

    Beverages:

    • Frozen Apple Pie (Non-alcoholic) (KA)
    • Tropical Mimosa with Sparkling Wine and Pomegranate, Orange and Grapefruit Juices
    • Key Lime Mimosa with Key Lime Sparkling Wine and Cranberry Juice
    • Blood Orange Mimosa with Sparkling Wine and Blood Orange Juice
    • Madras Mimosa with Cranberry Sparkling Wine and Orange Juice
    • Fromosa: Frozen Mimosa featuring White Claw Lime Hard Seltzer
    • Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee

    Spain

    Food:

    • Charcuterie in a Cone with imported Spanish Meats, Cheeses and Olives with an Herb Vinaigrette
    • Spanish-style Paella with Chorizo and Roasted Chicken
    • Seafood Salad with Shrimp, Bay Scallops, Mussels, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, White Balsamic Vinegar and Smoked Paprika (GF)

    Beverages:

    • Lagar de Bouza Albariño, Rías Baixas
    • Casa Castillo Monastrell, Jumilla
    • Espelt Garnacha Old Vines, Catalonia
    • Wine Flight also available
  • New Kidcot Fun Stop Experience Debuts at Epcot Sponsored By Ziploc

    New Kidcot Fun Stop Experience Debuts at Epcot Sponsored By Ziploc

    The Kidcot Fun Stops located in Epcot’s World Showcase now offer a new experience with a new sponsor. Presented by Ziploc, Kidcot Fun Stops now offer guests a chance to collect stamps and create a personalized souvenir at any or all 11 of these World Showcase craft stations.

    Guests with little ones who may not enjoy World Showcase quite as much the grown ups often stop at the Kidcot Fun Stops to keep the kids entertained as you explore each international pavilion or sometimes it’s simply a great place to take a load off while they color and draw.

    Drop by any Kidcot Fun Stop for a fun activity. With the art supplies provided at each station, your child can decorate and personalize a loveable keepsake of his or her Epcot experience! Guests will receive a complimentary Kidcot Ziploc brand bag (designed to resemble a traveler’s suitcase) for transporting their traveler’s cards.

    Visit the other Kidcot Fun Stops, located in every international pavilion. At each one, friendly Cast Members will share insights about their native country and give your child something representing that country to help them remember their experience. Stop by all the Kidcot Fun Stops to complete your collection!

    Where to Find Kidcot Fun Stops

    • Mexico Pavilion (near Animales Fantasticos)
    • Norway Pavilion (at The Puffin’s Roost)
    • China Pavilion (near the exit of Reflections of China)
    • Germany Pavilion (at Volkunst)
    • Italy Pavilion (outside, near La Bottega Italiana)
    • American Adventure Pavilion (outside, near Heritage Manor Gifts)
    • Japan Pavilion (in the Bijutsu-kan Gallery)
    • Morocco Pavilion (at the Marketplace in the Medina)
    • France Pavilion (at Souvenirs de France)
    • United Kingdom Pavilion (at The Toy Soldier)
    • Canada Pavilion (at the exit of O Canada!)
  • PHOTOS: Epcot’s Ratatouille Attraction Construction Update

    PHOTOS: Epcot’s Ratatouille Attraction Construction Update

    Construction on the Ratatouille attraction at Epcot has been underway since last September and now we’re getting a look at some of the latest aerial construction photos.

    These aerial pictures give a fantastic view of the progress being made on the transformation of the France Pavilion in The World Showcase.

    The framing for the exterior walls is nearly complete as you can see in the photos below.

    From a distance you can see the corner of the Ratatouille ride peeking out along France’s skyline.

    Ratatouille ride construction
    Photo: @bioreconstruct

    The exterior walls can be seen across World Showcase Lagoon and in the photo below you get an idea of just how large the structure will be in comparison to the surrounding area.

    Ratatouille ride construction
    Photo: @bioreconstruct

    The ride is scheduled to open sometime before October 1st, 2021 in time for Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration. In addition to the Ratatouille ride, the expansion of the France Pavilion will include new shopping, dining, and more.

  • Epcot Is the Place to be This Fourth of July!

    Epcot Is the Place to be This Fourth of July!

    Have you made your plans yet for the 4th of July? If you’re headed to Walt Disney World Resort for the holiday, Epcot is the #1 spot for Independence Day celebrations! There’s so much going on across the park that day:

    • Special Fireworks: “The Heartbeat of Freedom” What would a 4th of July celebration be without fireworks? And Epcot has the best show around! It starts at 9 p.m. with a performance of “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth,” which concludes with the addition of a heart-pounding, all-American grand finale. This one-night-only fireworks extravaganza unites music from great American composers with more pyrotechnics than you can imagine!
    • Voices of Liberty – An Epcot tradition for more than 35 years, this legendary a cappella group will perform a series of special evening concerts of great American songs in the America Gardens Theatre at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. Joining the Voices of Liberty on stage will be Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy, dressed for the occasion in their special “Spirit of ‘76” attire. You can also catch Voices of Liberty performing special patriotic songs in the rotunda of The American Adventure at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.

    • Disney Characters – During the day, you’ll have the opportunity to get a special photo with Mickey, Goofy, Pluto and Chip ‘n’ Dale, all wearing their patriotic best, right outside The American Adventure pavilion.
    • Specialty Foods – Add some flavor to your celebration with all-American foods throughout the park. There will be decadent red, white and blue cupcakes available at Fountain View and Sunshine Seasons, where you can also nosh on their yummy BBQ pork sandwich. Refreshment Port will have specially decorated croissant doughnuts (Who can resist those?!) and Liberty Inn has got you covered with the all-American burger, southern fried chicken sandwich, apple pie cheesecake and –just for the 4th – a slice of watermelon!
    • The American Adventure – This epic attraction, another Epcot original, has recently been updated with an all-digital projection system, a new screen, new speakers and an all-new recording of the iconic “Golden Dream” anthem. And look for new faces added to the show’s finale including composer John Williams, astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and noted ballerina Misty Copeland.

    It’s America’s 242nd birthday, and Epcot is hosting the biggest, grandest, most red-white-and-blue-est celebration around!

  • The 2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Brings 75 Days of Fall Fun Aug. 30 – Nov. 12

    The 2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Brings 75 Days of Fall Fun Aug. 30 – Nov. 12

    As leaves turning from green to red and gold mean “Fall” in northern parts, “Fall” in Florida has special meaning: Food & Wine Time!

    The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival returns to Walt Disney World Resort this fall with 75 days of entertainment, events, and, of course, a veritable cornucopia of wonderful food and tasty beverages.

    The festival’s 23rd year runs from August 30 to November 12, 2018.

    Our guests will tell you that it’s one of their favorite times of the year; and if you haven’t been yet, this year is a great time for a first visit.

    This year’s festival will continue its tradition of fine dining events, appearances by favorite Disney culinarians and top celebrity chefs, and a slate of concerts from favorite bands of the last few decades.

    We don’t have too much information to share yet; but, for all you planners out there, we wanted to get dates to you as soon as we could.

    Stay tuned for updates on this year’s celebrity chef events, “Eat to the Beat” concerts, dining packages, special events and other fun. If you need help booking your magical vacation, contact Enchanted Kingdom Vacations with Vikki for help. My services are completely free and I will always find you the lowest rates. Let me do all the work so you don’t have to!