Embark on a delicious trip around the world at EPCOT’s annual International Food and Wine Festival. Disney’s delicious culinary delights are hosted throughout the park, ranging from luxurious dishes to fun lunches. From August 29th to November 23rd, reserve time to travel between park attractions with friends and family to enjoy the amazing international menu.
Live Life On Vacation at the Bear’s Den Resort Orlando and update your culinary preferences at the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival.
Global Marketplace Food Booths
Introduce friends and family to dishes they have never tried before at more than 25 Global Marketplace Food Booths. The globally inspired chefs create these meals with unique and inspiring cooking techniques.
Start the morning off with a Belgian waffle with warm chocolate ganache or a Canadian cheddar and bacon soup served with a pretzel roll. Families can enjoy munching on a grilled cheese with pistachios and honey from Greece for breakfast.
Enjoy an American lunch with a hot beef sandwich with shaved beef and chilaquiles, or stop by China’s food both for crispy duck bao bun with hoisin sauce. Try an Indian lunch with curry-spiced crispy cheese with mango-curry ketchup, or see how Ireland’s roasted sausage with colcannon potatoes and onion gravy can satisfy your taste buds.
Go Italian for dinner with the focaccia ripiena, which combines focaccia and burrata cheese with beef meatballs and tomato sauce. Introduce the gang to Japanese dishes with the traditional rice bowl beef wa-gyu don or the teriyaki chicken bun.
Treat your sweet tooth with desserts from around the world, such as Australia’s lamington, Italy’s lemon ricotta cheesecake, or France’s crème brulee vanille a la confiture de Fraises. Pair your meals with delicious drinks such as America’s rogue dreamland lager, Germany’s gaffel Kolsch, Italy’s Moscato, or Japan’s sake passion cocktail.
Scavenger Hunts
Make an adventure out of the International Food & Wine Festival with scavenger hunts. Fans of “Ratatouille” can find items during Remy’s Ratatouille Hide ‘n’ Squeak Scavenger Hunt, a journey inspired by the Pixar film, and Emile’s Fromage Montage is perfect for cheese lovers who want to try different types from around the world. Celebrate Halloween during the festival by embarking on Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit to find the perfect pumpkin for the holiday.
Eat to the Beat Concert Series
Dine and jam at EPCOT during the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue Medicare while staying at Bear’s Den. Stop by the American Gardens Theater in The American Adventure Pavilion between August 30th and November 18th and enjoy Eat to the Beat packages from EPCOT eateries while listening to the best hits of the ‘80s, ‘90s, and ‘00s. Bring back classic dance moves to the music of The Fray, Sugar Ray, Hanson, Boyz II Men, and other legendary artists, with new additions this year including Yellowcard, The Wanted, and David Archuleta.
CommuniCore Hall
CommuniCore Hall is the perfect spot to enjoy dishes from around the world while getting a look into the architectural history of EPCOT. Take a break from the excitement of the park and sit down to enjoy a meal in peace and quiet.
The outdoor gathering space features beautiful gardens to add to your Disney photo collection while taking a breather in-between rides. Stop by Mickey & Friends so that the kids can meet their favorite characters for additional Disney magic.
Time for Rides
The dishes of this festival are the best follow-ups for the rides of EPCOT, especially for families and friends testing their fears and seeking adrenaline rushes. Journey through space aboard Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind before trying African cuisine, or get a bird’s-eye view of the world’s most popular landmarks aboard Soarin’ before a dinner from Brazil. Channel your inner astronaut on Mission: SPACE and reward your mission’s success with an Italian dessert paired with a variety of wines.
Live concerts offer the chance to jam to different types of music while eating global meals with loved ones, and the gardens and plazas of the park offer serenity with a sip of wine. Use this festival as inspiration to become a chef back at home and bring your dream culinary experiences to life.
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