Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Culinary Experiences |
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Indulge in culinary experiences that range from complimentary tastings to elegant dinners. Enjoy fare from the finest chefs as they prepare exotic regional favorites paired with exquisite wines selected by top sommeliers. Take part in flavorful adventures that you will always remember.
Please note that these exclusive Wine & Culinary Food and Beverage Programs and Festival Dining Experiences require an additional admission fee. Book these events by calling (407) WDW-FEST†.
Please note that all dinners and chefs are subject to change without advance notice.
Sweet Sundays
Demonstration with a Celebrity Pastry Chef creating three desserts. Guests sample each demonstrated dessert. Includes breakfast buffet and sparkling wine.
-- WHERE: Festival Center (Wonders of Life)
-- WHEN; Date/Time: Sundays from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
-- COST: $75 per person, plus tax, gratuity included; Theme Park admission required
Sept. 28 -- Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito, Restaurant: Baked in Brooklyn, NY
Oct.5 -- Richard Capizzi, Restaurant: Per Se in New York, NY
Oct. 12 -- Alice Medrich, Author of Pure Dessert from Berkeley, CA
Oct. 19 -- Emily Luchetti, Farallon Restaurant in San Francisco, CA
Oct. 26 -- Geraldine Randlesome, Creative Cutters – Specialty Cake Business in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Nov. 2 -- Gale Gand, Host of Sweet Dreams, Food Network®, and owner of Gale's Coffee Bar in Chicago, IL
Nov. 9 -- Warren Brown, Sugar Rush, Food Network®, and CakeLove in Washington, DC. & Mary Meyers, CakeLove in Washington, DC.
The Cook, The Book and The Bottle
Observe an acclaimed cookbook author prepare a delicious three-course lunch and leave with an autographed book, a commemorative bottle of wine and a memorable experience. A notable wine principal presents the accompanying wine and a memorable experience!
-- WHERE: Wonders of Life Festival Center
-- WHEN: Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
-- COST: $150.00 per person, plus tax, gratuity included. Theme Park admission required
09/26/08 -- Chef Bob Waggoner, Charleston Grill, Charleston, SC, Charleston Grill at Charleston Place; Au Bon Climat Wines, Santa Barbara County, CA
10/03/08 -- Chef John Ash, John Ash & Co, Restaurant, Santa Rosa, CA, From the Earth to the Table; Bonterra Vinyards, Medocino County, CA
10/10/08 -- Lori Lyn Narlock, Author of Small Plates, Perfect Wine, Napa, CA, Small Plates, Perfect Wine; Kendall Jackson Vineyard Estates, Sonoma County, CA
10/17/08 -- Chef Mark Olive, The Outback Cafe, Australia (Hosted by Tourism Victoria), The Outback Cafe; Yabby Lake Vineyard, Mornington, Australia
10/24/08 -- Chef Efisio Farris, Gourmet Sardinia, and Arcodoro & Pomodoro Restaurants, Houston, TX, Sweet Myrtle and Bitter Honey; TBD
11/31/08 -- Marimar Torres, Marimar Estate, Torres Family Vineyards, Sonoma, CA, The Catalan County Kitchen; Marimar Estate, Torres Family Vinyards, Sonoma, CA
11/07/08 -- Andrea Immer Robinson, MS, Author of Everyday Cooking with Wine; TBD
Odyssey Kitchen Conversations
Visit with an acclaimed culinary personality and discover how he or she enjoys life in — and outside — the kitchen! Cooking demonstration, tasting and an autographed copy of the celebrity's book are included in this delightful event.
Cheese Tastings
Hosted by Artisanal Premium Cheese -- This is an exceptional opportunity to learn more about cheese with the expert "fromagers" from the Artisanal Premium Cheese Center in New York City and other accomplished experts in the cheese industry today.
-- WHERE: Wonders of Life Festival Center
-- WHEN: Saturdays: 2:30 – 3:45 p.m.
-- COST: $70 per person, plus tax, gratuity included. Theme Park admission required.
9/27/08: France -- Max McCalman, Artisanal Premium Cheese, New York, NY -- Winery TBD
10/04/08: USA -- Waldemar Albrecht, Artisanal Premium Cheese, New York, NY -- Winery Rogue Ales, Neport, Oregon
10/11/08: Italy -- Fromager TBD -- Winery Masi, Veneto, Italy
10/18/08: Spain -- Waldemar Albrecht, Artisanal Premium Cheese, New York, NY -- Winery Marques de Riscal, Rioja, Spain
10/25/08: England -- Erin Hedley, Artisanal Premium Cheese, New York, NY -- Winery TBD
11/01/08: Italy -- Waldemar Albrecht, Artisanal Premium Cheese, Brooklyn, NY -- Winery Mezzacorona, Tuscany, Italy
11/08/08: France -- Max McCalman, Artisanal Premium Cheese, New York, NY -- Winery TBD
Epcot® Wine Schools
Enjoy this fabulous, comprehensive program facilitated by a prestigious wine authority!
Celebrating Greece
This is a rare opportunity to enjoy a sumptuous feast diligently crafted by regional Chefs with tremendous talent. Features Chef Pano Karatassos of Kyma Restaurant in Atlanta, GA and Chef Piero Premoli of Pricci Restaruant in Atlanta, GA. The evening includes a welcome reception, a four course meal, modern Greek wines and live Greek Music
-- WHERE: World ShowPlace Pavilion
-- WHEN: Wednesday, October 22, 2008 6:30 – 9 p.m.
-- COST: $160.00 per person, plus tax, gratuities included. Theme Park admission is not required.
Vertical Wine Tastings
-- WHERE: Festival Center (Wonders of Life)
-- WHEN: Saturdays from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (see below)
-- COST: See below: based per person, plus tax, gratuity included; Theme Park admission is not required
Oct. 5 -- Napa Valley, Franciscan Magnificat: Franciscan is one of the best red wine estates in Napa Valley. Taste 10 vintages of the Magnificent wine. Presented by: Eric Hemer, Master Somlier (M.S.) and Certified Wine Educator (C.W.E.) and Tony Dalton, District Manager of Icon Estates. Cost: $155
Oct. 12 -- Lebanon, Château Musar: This is a cult wine from Lebanon, established in 1930, making white and reds. Presented by: Bartholomew Broadbent, Founder of Broadbent Selections. Cost: $155
Nov. 2 -- Bordeaux, Château Pontet Canet: One of the great winemaking dynasties of Bordeaux. Guest will taste 10 vintages and learn about the characteristics of each. Presented by: Alfred Tesseron, Proprietor of Château Pontet Canet. Cost: $195
Nov. 9 -- California, Stag's Leap and Faye Vineyards: Detect the differences and similarities of these renowned California wineries by tasting side by side. Guest will taste 5 wines from Stag's Leap and 5 wines from Faye Vineyard. Presented by: Tim Clark, National Wine Educator for Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and Representative for Stag's Leap Wine Cellars. Cost: $195
Food & Wine Pairings
These late afternoon sessions are great opportunities to discover a marriage of three regional wines with three tasting-size portions of regional cuisines from Epcot Signature restaurants. A winemaker will moderate each session and the theme will vary as outlined below. Featured wineries and menu selections will change daily.
-- COST: $55 per person, plus tax, includes gratuity. Theme Park admission required.
Mondays at 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. -- Tokyo Dining in Japan: Sake, Sushi, and Sashimi: September 29; October 6,13, 20, 27; November 3
Tuesdays at 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. -- Restaurant Marrakesh in Morocco: Mediterranean Flavors: Sept 30; Oct 7, 14, 21, 28; Nov 4
Saturdays at 2:30 to 4 p.m. -- Tutto Italia Ristorante in Italy: Italian cuisine and wines: Sept 27; Oct 4, 11, 18, 25; Nov 1 & 8
Regional Feasts
Explore an array of dining events to dazzle the palette with the richest flavors from the diverse regions of the world. This evening includes a welcome reception, a four course meal and authentic musical performers from the featured country.
**Event cost is charged in full at time of booking. All bookings are non-transferable and non-refundable. Limited availability and subject to change.
Signature Dinners Around the Walt Disney World Resort
Hosted in the most prestigious Walt Disney World® Resort dining venues. Walt Disney World Signature Restaurant chefs invite a celebrity chef into their kitchens to prepare a five-course meal. All dining events are accompanied by great wines and hosted by a renowned vintner.
November 2
- WHERE: Victoria & Albert's, Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
- HOST CHEF: Scott Hunnel
- CELEBRITY CHEF: TBA
- WINERY: Chateau Pontet Canet, Bordeaux, France
- COST: $375 per person plus tax (gratuity included)
November 7
- WHERE: Todd English' bluezoo, Swan + Dolphin Resort
- HOST CHEF: Christopher Windus
- CELEBRITY CHEF: Todd English
- WINERY: Ruffino Winery, Tuscany, Italy
- COST: $185 per person plus tax (gratuity included)
