Food & Wine Festival 2014

[Tall Lady 2]

More updates from the Disney Food Blog...

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2014/06/18/more-2014-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-menu-items-puerto-rico-is-back/

 

Some excerpts...

 

WOW! So much to be excited about this year. Thanks for all the updates.  :jumpforjoy

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

From the Disney Parks Blog...

 

 

First, go to epcotfoodfestival.com on July 24 when the new premium events will be posted and take a few minutes to plan ahead – because at 7 a.m. July 31 you can call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378) to book your spot at some of the most coveted events for this year’s Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. Dates are September 19 – November 10, and while there’s plenty of fun included with park admission, you won’t want to miss some of the top-tier experiences that require a separate ticket.

 

Here’s what’s new this year:

• Dining Through the Decades, A Tribute to Walt Disney (October 24) $99 pp or $119 pp
• Experience Puerto Rico – The All Star Island (September 20) $99 pp
• Epcot International Food & Wine Festival — Boot Camp Series interactive epicurean adventure (September 21, October 5, 12, 19, Nov. 2) $119 pp
• Food for Thought (Fridays, plus Saturday October 11) $169 pp
• Mediterranean Food & Wine Pairing (Wednesdays) $55 pp
• Italian White Truffle & Wine Pairing Dinner (October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30) $295 pp

And here are some of the most popular events making a comeback:

• Parisian Breakfast (Saturdays) $39 pp
• “3D” Disney’s Dessert Discovery (October 3, 10 and 17) $59 or $99 pp – this also can be booked at epcotfoodfestival.com
• Culinary Adventures in Signature Dining 
(more than 20 dinners throughout the festival; prices vary)
• Shake and Indulge Like the French Featuring Grand Marnier (Saturdays beginning September 27) $55 pp
• Cheese Seminars (Saturdays) $79 pp
• Party for the Senses (October 4, 11, 18 and November 1) $149, $189 or $299 pp – this also can be booked at epcotfoodfestival.com
• Party for the Senses Featuring Disney Chefs from Around the World (October 25) $149, $189 or $299 pp
• Food & Wine Pairings (Tuesdays and Thursdays) $55 pp
• Sunday Mornings With … (Sundays) $99 pp

There’s more, like Italian and French pairings and lunches, a Japan “Hibachi Experience” and a Mexican tequila lunch. You can also book the popular Culinary Demonstrations ($15), Mixology Seminars ($15) and Wine Seminars ($15).

 

See you soon at Epcot!

 

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2014/07/ready-set-dial-epcot-international-food-wine-festival-premium-event-reservations-open-july-31/

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

The Disney Food Blog has posted some photos and info from the preview event held yesterday evening...

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2014/07/20/news-discounts-early-booking-dates-eat-to-the-beat-dining-packages-and-sneak-peek-at-menu-items-from-the-2014-epcot-food-and-wine-festival/

 

Some highlights and excerpts...

 

 

OFFICIAL 2014 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booths:
The following booths have been confirmed as officially returning in 2014. We’ll have more to list for you — and full menus — this week!

Patagonia
Africa/South Africa
Brazil
Farm Fresh
France
Greece
Hawaii
Hops & Barley
Poland
Puerto Rico
Refreshment Port
Scotland
Terra
And More (to be announced this week!)

 

Remember — stay tuned to our 2014 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menus and Booths page and our Disney Food Blog Newsletter for more details and the full list of booths as we get them!

 

 

Patagonia Booth — NEW This Year

Featuring flavors from Argentina and Chile, the Patagonia booth debuts at the Festival in 2014. We got the chance to sample the Verlasso Salmon with Quinoa Salad and Arugula Chimi Churri!

 

Salmon Dish at Patagonia Booth

 

From the Puerto Rico booth...

 

 

Sweet Corn Sorullitos with Mayo Ketchup

 

Carne Guisada con Arroz Blanco

 

From Scotland...

 

 

Sea Scallop with Spinach Cheddar Gratin and Crispy Bacon

 

From Brazil...

 

 

While the Crispy Pork Belly with Black Beans, Onions, Avocado, and Cilantro is making back on the menu, we got to try the Pao de Queijo — Brazillian Cheese Bread!

 

The Farm Fresh booth is a new addition this year, and I was super excited to try the Nueske’s Pepper Bacon Hash with Sweet Corn, Potatoes, Hollandaise, and Pickled Jalepenos!

 

Nueske’s Pepper Bacon Hash with Sweet Corn, Potatoes, Hollandaise, and Pickled Jalepenos

 

From Terra, the all-vegan booth...

 

 

...“CraB’less CraB Cake” with Pepper Slaw and Cajun Remoulade featuring Gardein.

 

 

Greece...

 

 

Vegetarian Moussaka

 

Inside Veggie Moussaka

 

Hops and Barley...

 

 

Carrot Cake with Craisins and Cream Cheese Icing

 

Dole Whips

Dole Whips are back at the Festival this year, and they’re PINEAPPLE! We’ve been assured that the orange version will be replaced with Pineapple this year. Stay tuned for more info!

 

 

 

Eat to the Beat Dining Package Details

The package includes your choice of an appetizer, entree, dessert, and non-alcoholic beverage, or 1 full buffet from the chosen restaurant’s menu.

Prices exclude tax and gratuity, and park admission is not included.

 

Eat to the Beat Dining Packages and the Disney Dining Plan

Guests can use the Disney Dining Plan to pay for the packages.

Standard Disney Dining Plan and Deluxe Disney Dining Plan – 2 table service credits per person for any meal/restaurant

 

Participating Restaurants
Many of your favorite Epcot restaurants are participating. See our Eat to the Beat Page for a full list of participating restaurants and package pricing!

We don’t have booking information for these packages, yet, but stay tuned to Disney Food Blog this week for details!

 

2014 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Event Booking Dates and Details

Bookings will begin for all special events on July 31st, at 7am ET. ALL booking for VIP events and tickets (e.g. premium levels at the Party for the Senses) must be booked by phone. Booking for some special events will be available at epcotfoodfestival.com.

 

Holders of the Chase Disney Visa Card can book select Food and Wine Events on July 29th at 7am ET. A limited number of seats will be held for Chase Disney Visa Cardholders, so if your preferred event sells out on this date, call back on July 31st to get access to additional seats. To take advantage of the early booking opportunity, call (407) WDW FEST.

 

Special Event Details: Times, Chefs, Prices

French and Italian Regional Lunches are BACK! Parisian Breakfasts return! LOTS of new signature meals, including one celebrating Walt Disney himself, debut! Food and Wine Boot Camps begin!

 

From Sunday Mornings With… to Party for the Senses, Food for Thought Seminars to Cheese Seminars, we’ve got ALL the details about the 2014 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events here! 

 

Start planning your trip now! Click here for dates and prices of the Epcot Food and Wine Festival special events!

 

Epcot Food and Wine Festival Center Seminar and Demonstration Early Booking Details and Discounts

Great news about the Food and Wine Festival low-cost seminars and demos!

 

Booking for Tables in Wonderland members, Annual Passholders, DVC members, and Golden Oak residents begins July 25th at 9AM ET for seminars and demonstrations(including Mixology). Note that some guests had luck booking select special events last year during these early booking dates; your mileage may vary. Discounts ($2) will be offered for seminars and demonstrations Monday through Thursday only.

 

Booking for Chase Disney Visa Cardholders begins on July 29th at 7AM ET. Call 407-WDW-FEST to book.

 

Booking for all other events, and for the general public, will begin July 31st at 7AM ET. Call 407-WDW-FEST to book. ALL booking for VIP events and tickets (e.g. premium levels at the Party for the Senses) must be booked by phone. Booking for seminars, demos, and some special events will be available at epcotfoodfestival.com.

 

Wine/Beverage Seminars will take place Daily at 12, 2, and 4PM. They will cost $15.

 

Culinary Demos will take place Daily at 1, 3, and 5PM. They will cost $15.

 

Mixology Seminars will take place Daily at 6PM. They will cost $15.

 

More details about these events will be announced soon. Keep an eye on our Epcot Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations page for details.

 

Other Epcot Food and Wine Festival Updates…

Here are a few details we wanted to be sure you knew about!

 

1.) The Chase Lounge will return to the American Adventure pavilion. This air conditioned hideaway is the perfect place for Chase Visa Cardholders to escape from the heat and the crowds. Treat yourself to complimentary beverages, charge your phone, and take a load off for a while!

 

2.) Gluten Free marketplace booth items will be noted on the Marketplace Passport this year!

 

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

Menus are out!!

 

From the Disney Food Blog...

 

 

2014 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booths and Menus

Africa

• Beef tenderloin tips berbere style with okra, jalapeños, tomato and pap
• South African bobotie with turkey and mushrooms (gluten free)
• MAN Vintners Chenin Blanc
• Fairview Pinotage
• The Wolftrap Red: Syrah, Mourvèdre and Viognier

America Adventure Coffee Cart

• Apple Maple Spice Latte, Hot or Iced

Australia

• Garlic shrimp with roasted tomatoes, lemon myrtle and rapini (gluten free)
• Grilled lamb chop with mint pesto and potato crunchies (gluten free)
• Pavlova: Crispy meringue shell with fresh berries and vanilla custard
• Coopers Brewery, Original Pale Ale
• Chateau Tanuda Grand Barossa Dry Riesling
• St. Kilda Chardonnay
• Nine Stones Shiraz*

Belgium

• Potato and leek waffle with beer-braised beef*
• Belgium waffle with warm chocolate ganache and whipped cream
• Belgium waffle with berry compote and whipped cream
• Hoegaarden
• Stella Artois
• Leffe Blonde
• Stella Artois Cidre
• Chilled coffee featuring Godiva Chocolate Liqueur
• Beer flight (featuring 4 4-ounce servings): Hoegaarden, Stella Artois, Leffe Blonde and Stella Artois Cidre

Block & Hans

• Robert Mondavi, Fume Blanc
• The Great American Wine Company, Chardonnay
• The Great American Wine Company, Red Blend
• Robert Mondavi, Cabernet Sauvignon
• Domaine Chandon Brut Sparkling Blanc de Noir
• Still River Winery Apple Ice Wine

Brazil

• Mocequa de pescado: Regal Springs premium tilapia with coconut lime sauce and steamed rice (gluten free)
• Crispy pork belly with black beans, tomato and cilantro (gluten free)*
• Pao de queijo: Brazilian cheese bread
• Cocada: Brazilian coconut candy
• Kaiser Brewery Xingu Black Beer*
• Carnaval Moscato Sparkling White Wine
• Tannat Reserve
• Frozen Caipirinha

Brewer’s Collection

• Radeberger Pilsner
• BraufactuM Colonia
• BraufactuM Palor
• Schöfferhofer Grapefruit
• Altenmünster Oktoberfest
• BraufactuM Roog
• BraufactuM Darkon
• BraufactuM Progusta IPA
• Beer flight 1 (featuring 4 4-ounce servings): Radeberger Pilsner, BraufactuM Colonia, BraufactuM Palor and Schöfferhofer Grapefruit
• Beer flight 2 (featuring 4 4-ounce servings): Altenmünster Oktoberfest, BraufactuM Roog, BraufactuM Darkon and BraufactuM Progusta IPA

Canada

• Canadian cheddar cheese soup
• Seared rainbow trout with bacon, frisee and maple Minus 8 Vinaigrette (gluten free)
• “Le Cellier” wild mushroom beef filet mignon with truffle butter sauce (gluten free
• Moosehead Lager
• La Face Neige Apple Ice Wine
• La Face Neige Sparkling
• Mission Hill Family Estate Syrah*

China

• Beijing roasted duck in steamed bun with hoisin sauce
• Mongolian beef in a steamed bun with chili mayo
• Black pepper shrimp with Sichuan noodles*
• Chicken potstickers
• TSINGTAO Beer
• Francis Ford Coppola Su Yuen Riesling*
• Francis Ford Coppola Su Yuen Syrah
• Kung Fu Punch with vodka and triple sec
• Happy Lychee with tequila and vodka
• Mango green tea with popping bubbles

Craft Beers

• Sierra Nevada, Kellerweis® – Chico, CA
• Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Punkin Ale – Milton, DE
• Shiner Brewery, Wild Hare Pale Ale – Shiner, TX
• Abita Brewing Company, Purple Haze – Abita Springs, LA
• Goose Island, 312 Urban Wheat Ale – Chicago, IL
• Florida Beer Company, Sunshine State Pils – Cape Canaveral, FL
• Magic Hat Brewery, Dream Machine IPL – South Burlington, VT
• Terrapin Beer Company, Rye Pale Ale – Athens, GA
• Beer Flight 1 (featuring 4 4-ounce servings): Sierra Nevada, Kellerweis; Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Punkin Ale; Shiner Brewery, Wild Hare Pale Ale; and Abita Brewing Company, Purple Haze
• Beer Flight 2 (featuring 4 4-ounce servings): Goose Island, 312 Urban Wheat Ale; Florida Beer Company, Sunshine State Pils; Magic Hat Brewery, Dream Machine IPL; and Terrapin Beer Company, Rye Pale Ale

Desserts & Champagne

• Dessert Trio: Passion fruit coconut creamsicle, blueberry lime cheesecake roll and chocolate espresso opera cake*
• Guylian Belgian chocolate seashell truffles
• Nicolas Feuillatte Rosé*
• Möet & Chandon Nectar Impérial
• Ruinart Blanc de Blanc
• Dom Pérignon
• Frozen S’mores featuring Monin® Toasted Marshmallow Syrup

Farm Fresh

• Nueske’s® Pepper Bacon hash with sweet corn, potatoes, hollandaise and pickled jalapeños (gluten free)*
• Griddled “yard bird” with braised greens (gluten free)
• Orlando Brewing Company, I-4 IPA – Orlando, FL
• Ba Ba Black Lager, Uinta Brewing Company – Salt Lake City, UT
• Duke’s Cold Nose Brown Ale, Bold City Brewery – Jacksonville, FL
• Florida Cracker Belgian Style White Ale, Cigar City Brewery – Tampa, FL
• Florida Orange Groves, Key Limen-Key Lime Wine
• Chateau St. Michelle & Dr. Loosen Eroica® Riesling*
• St. Francis Old Vines Zinfandel
• Beer Flight (4 4-ounce servings): I-4 IPA, Ba Ba Black Lager, Duke’s Cold Nose Brown Ale and Florida Cracker Belgian Style White Ale

Fife & Drum

• Ghirardelli® ice cream sundae
• Mmmhops Pale Ale

France

• Tartelette aux escargots: Escargot tart with garlic, spinach, bacon and parmesan
• Gratin de crozet de savoie: Wheat pasta gratin with mushrooms and Gruyere cheese
• Boeuf bourguignon: Braised short ribs in cabernet with mashed potatoes*
• Crème brûlée caramel fleur de sel: Sea salt caramel crème brûlée topped with caramelized sugar
• Beer Kronenbourg Blanc 1664
• Chardonnay, Macon-Villages, La Côte Blanche
• Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux, Château Bonnet*
• Sparkling Pomegranate Kir
• La Passion Martini Slush: vodka, Grey Goose Le Citron, cranberry and passion fruit juice

Germany

• Schinkennudeln: Pasta gratin with ham and cheese*
• Roast bratwurst in a pretzel roll
• Berliner: Yeast doughnut filled with apricot jam
• Altenmünster Oktoberfest
• J&H Selbach Bernkasteler Kurfürstlay Riesling Kabinett*
• Selbach-Oster Mosel Riesling Spätlese
• J&H Selbach Bernkasteler Kurfürstlay Riesling Auslese
• Kallstadter Kobnert Spaetburgunder Spätlese Dry Barrique Style

Greece

• Vegetarian moussaka*
• Griddled Greek cheese with pistachios and honey (gluten free)
• Chicken gyro with tzatziki Sauce
• Spanakopita
• Domaine Skouras Moscofilero*
• Domaine Siglas Assyrtiko/Athiri
• Alpha Estate Axia Syrah-Xinomavro
• Tzatziki martini featuring Crop Organic Cucumber Vodka and BOLS Natural Yoghurt Liqueur

Hawaii

• Kālua pork slider with sweet and sour Dole® Pineapple chutney and spicy mayonnaise*
• Tuna poke with seaweed salad and lotus root chips
• Kona Brewing Company, Big Wave Golden Ale*
• Kona Brewing Company, Castaway IPA
• Maui Splash Sweet Pineapple Wine
• Aulani Sunrise featuring Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum

Hops & Barley

• Artisan cheese plate featuring Cabot Cloth wrapped cheddar, Purple Haze chèvre goat cheese and Cave Man blue cheese
• Baked lobster alfredo
• Florida grass fed beef slider with pimento cheese*
• Fresh baked carrot cake with Craisins® and cream cheese icing
• Samuel Adams® Octoberfest*
• New Belgium Brewing Company Snapshot
• Samuel Adams Cherry Wheat®
• Leinenkugel’s Seasonal Shandy
• La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay
• Julia’s Vineyard Pinot Noir, Cambria Estate Winery
• Beer flight (featuring 4 4-ounce servings): Samuel Adams Octoberfest, New Belgium Snapshot, Samuel Adams Cherry Wheat and Leinenkugel’s Seasonal Shandy

Intermissions Cafe

• Southwest chicken wrap
• Vegan trio
• Fruit & cheese plate
• Side salad
• Grapes
• Tuna salad with pita
• Asian chicken salad
• Key lime tart
• Brownie
• J Vineyard Pinot Gris (Wine on Tap)
• Franciscan Chardonnay (Wine on Tap)
• Di Seño Malbec (Wine on Tap)
• Acrobat Pinot Noir (Wine on Tap)
• MARTINI Prosecco
• Caposaldo Sweet Sparkling Peach Moscato
• Iron Horse Fairy Tale Cuvée
• Medalla Light Beer
• Einstök Icelandic White Ale
• Angry Orchard Hard Cider – Crisp Apple
• Assorted soft drinks
• Dasani Water

Ireland

• Lobster and seafood fisherman’s pie
• Kerrygold® cheese selection: Reserve cheddar, Dubliner with Irish Stout and Skellig
• Warm chocolate pudding with Kerrygold Irish Cream Liqueur Custard (gluten free)*
• Guinness® Draught
• Bunratty Meade Honey Wine
• Chilled Irish Coffee featuring Bunratty Potcheen*
• Kerrygold Irish Cream Liqueur

Italy

• Ravioli alla caprese: Cheese ravioli, tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmesan and basil
• Filetto di pollo, con funghi al marsala: Chicken tenderloin, cremini mushrooms, marsala sauce and ciabatta bread*
• Cannoli al cioccolato: Chocolate-covered cannoli filled with sweet ricotta, chocolate and candied fruit
• Moretti Lager Beer
• Moretti La Rossa Beer
• Procecco, Bosco del Merlo
• Pinot Grigio, Placido
• Chianti Classico, Placido*
• Frozen Primavera with limoncello and tequila

Japan

• Spicy hand roll: Tuna and salmon with Kazan Volcano sauce
• Teriyaki gyoza bun: Steamed bun filled with chicken, vegetables and sweet teriyaki sauce
• Chirashizushi: Salmon, shrimp, crab and egg served over seaweed salad and ginger rice*
• Kirin Draft Beer
• Sake: Kikusui Ginjo*
• Sake Sunrise
• Sparkling Peach Sake Gell

Liberty Inn

• Hess Shirtail Chardonnay
• SIMI Cabernet Sauvignon

Mexico

• Shrimp taco: Fried shrimp, pickled habanero pepper and onions on a flour tortilla*
• Rib eye taco: Marinated rib eye, roasted chipotle salsa and grilled scallions on a corn tortilla (gluten free)**
• Sweet corn cheese cake
• Dos Equis Beer*
• Sangria
• Tequila Flight
• Mango-strawberry margarita**

Morocco

• Kefta pocket: Ground seasoned beef in a pita pocket
• Spicy shrimp roll with cilantro and mint sauce*
• Baklava
• Casa Beer
• Guerouane White*
• Sangria
• Mimosa Royale: Sparkling wine and orange juice topped with orange liquer

New Zealand

• Steamed green lip mussels with garlic butter and toasted bread crumbs
• Venison sausage with pickled mushrooms, baby arugula and black currant reduction (gluten free)*
• Lamb meatball with spicy tomato chutney
• Kim Crawford Pinot Gris
• Mohua Sauvignon Blanc
• Kim Crawford Unoaked Chardonnay
• Kim Crawford Pinot Noir*

Patagonia

• Beef empanada
• Grilled beef skewer with chimichurri sauce and boniato purée (gluten free)*
• Roasted Verlasso salmon with quinoa salad and arugula chimichurri (gluten free)**
• Pascual Toso Sparkling Brut
• Terrazas Reserva Malbec*
• Cono Sur Bicicleta Viognier**
• Cono Sur Bicicleta Pinot Noir Rosé

Poland

• Kielbasa and potato pierogi with caramelized onions and sour cream
• Sauerkraut pierogi with pork goulash*
• Okocim Brewery, Okocim O.K. Beer
• Blaufraenkische Donausonne, Hungarian Wine*
• Frozen Szarlotka (apple pie) featuring Zubrowka Bison Grass Vodka

Puerto Rico

• Ensalada de carrucho: Caribbean conch salad with onion, tomato and cilantro (gluten free)
• Carne guisada con arroz blanco: Slow-braised beef with Puerto Rican-grown rice (gluten free)
• Friturias: Sorullitos (sweet polenta fries) and bolitas de queso (cheese fritter with mayo ketchup)
• FlanCocho: Vanilla caramel custard with chocolate coffee cake
• Gasolina Sangriiia
• Medalla Light Beer
• Frozen San Juan Breeze
• Frozen San Juan Breeze with Don Q Limón Floater
• Chilled Club Caribe Mango Rum (neat)

Refreshment Cool Post

• Mango Star featuring African Starr Rum
• frozen yogurt

Refreshment Port

• Croissant doughnut*
• Fried shrimp with Dole pineapple sweet and sour sauce
• Fried chicken chunks with Dole pineapple sweet and sour sauce
• Dole Fruit Squish’ems!™ Apple-Strawberry
• Dole Whip Soft-serve
• Dole Whip Soft-serve with crème de cacao white
• Dragon Berry Refresher featuring Bacardi® Dragon Berry Rum*

Scotland

• Vegetarian haggis with neeps and tatties: Griddled vegetable cake with rutabaga and mashed potatoes
• Fresh potato pancake with smoked Scottish salmon and herb sour cream (gluten free)*
• Seared sea scallop with spinach-cheddar gratin and crispy bacon (gluten free)
• Crannachan: A traditional Scottish dessert trifle
• Innis & Gunn® Original*
• Loch Lomond featuring Glenfiddich® 12 year
• Glenfiddich Scotch Selection (12, 15 and 18 year)

Singapore

• Lemongrass chicken curry with coconut and jasmine rice (gluten free)
• Seared mahi mahi with jasmine rice and “Singa” sauce*
• Tiger Beer
• Marqués de Caceres Satinela*
• Singapore Sling featuring Hendrick’s Gin and Cherry Herring

South Korea

• Kimchi dog with spicy mustard sauce*
• Roasted pork lettuce wrap with kimchi slaw
• Bokbunjajoo: Bohae black raspberry wine
• iCing Grapefruit Sparkling Rice Brew*
• Soju Fruit Slushy featuring Jinro Chamisul Soju

Terra

• Blackened Chick’n Breast, farro wheat and spicy gumbo sauce featuring Gardein™ Chick’n Breast
• CraB’less CraB Cake with pepper slaw and Cajun remoulade featuring Gardein™*
• Chocolate-blood orange cupcake with tofu icing
• Red Bridge Ale
• The Vegan Vine Chardonnay*
• Paperboy Red
• Fresh Watermelon Juice

More About the World Showcase Kiosks

Set up around the World Showcase, over individual kiosks will offer regional and national delicacies to sample and taste. Small plates and beverages were priced in 2013 between $3-$8 and most give guests the chance to try specialty recipes from International locations!

 

Full article here...

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2014-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-marketplace-booths-menus-and-food-photos/

[GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799]

YUM

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

For those interested, the Disney Food Blog has posted a list of all gluten free offerings available at this year's Epcot Food & Wine festival...

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2014-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-gluten-free-items/

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

From Tables in Wonderland...

 

 

Tables in Wonderland Members are invited to make reservations for Culinary Demonstrations, Beverage Seminars and Mixology Seminars ONLY beginning on Friday, July 25, 2014 at 9:00am. This pre-sale offer will only be available over the phone, so please call 407-WDW-FEST (407-939-3378) for reservations.

 

 

As a "Thank You" for your continued membership, Tables in Wonderland Members are eligible for a $2.00 discount off of Culinary Demonstrations, Beverage Seminars, and Mixology Seminars, Mondays – Thursdays throughout the Festival. To receive the discount, please be sure to book over the phone as this offer is not available when booking online.

 

You can also download a PDF of the booklet that was handed out at the Tables in Wonderland preview dinner HERE.

[GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799]

So I'm confused because I saw something else that said AP holders could book tomorrow as well. But I can't find anything from Disney that says this. I called and asked, and the CM I talked to basically couldn't confirm anything. I explained that I heard I might be able to book some things, maybe the dessert party tomorrow, and she said she couldn't confirm but that everything would open on the same date. 

 

So what's the real story???

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

Unless I'm losing my mind (quite possible), AP and Disney Visa cardholders have gotten a "head start" on booking at least the past few years.

 

I'd go with the tried and true "if you don't get a good answer from the first Disney CM you talk to, call back and try another one" 

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

I checked back and these were from the last 2 years..

 

2013:

 

 

Booking for Tables in Wonderland members, Annual Passholders, DVC members, and Golden Oak residents begins August 9th for SEMINARS AND DEMONSTRATIONS ONLY (including Mixology). Discounts ($2) will be offered for these events Monday through Thursday only. Booking for all others will begin August 13th at 7AM ET. Call 407-WDW-FEST to book.

 

2012:

 

Booking will be available for most events on August 14th, 2012, at 7am EST. Guests will be able to book the events online at as well as by phone at 407-WDW-FEST.

Booking for Tables in Wonderland Members, Annual Passholders, and DVC Members will begin August 10th at 8am EST for seminars, demos, and Mixology events only.

 

The TIW early booking info I posted came straight from an email I received from TIW.

 

I think you got a CM that didn't know what they were talking about.  I'd call back and just tell them you're an AP holder and you were informed that you could book TIW events starting today.

 

 

Good luck!

[GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799]

I just called. I would have been able to book demos and seminars, but I could not book the 3D Dessert Party. The CM went and talked to someone, but said that even wasn't open, just the demos and seminars. She said to call back Monday because it looked like I would be able to book it then. 

[Roller ... aka Ed 351]

I foresee a long trip from Kiosk to Kiosk Beer Flight to Beer Flight. I hope they are all open during the party after the Wine & Dine Half Marathon.

[CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547]

I foresee doubling my F&W budget this year.

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

Just got an email from Chase this morning regarding advanced booking for Disney Visa cardholders...

 

 

Tasting your way around the world just got sweeter at the Epcot^® International Food & Wine Festival. For two days, on Tuesday, July 29 and Wednesday, July 30 from 7am-11pm EST, Cardmembers have the opportunity to book special events before sales open to the general public on July 31.¹ Indulge your taste buds with a range of events, including:

 

• Culinary Demonstrations
• Mixology Seminars
• Wine Schools
• Cheese Seminars
• “3D” Disney Dessert Discovery

Visit epcotfoodfestival.com for a complete list of event details, dates and pricing.

 

Don't miss out!

Call (407) WDW-FEST or
(407) 939-3378 and book
with your Disney Visa^® Card.

Limited number of tickets available.

 

Discover a delicious retreat just for Cardmembers
 

Plus, while you're exploring the Epcot^® International Food & Wine Festival you can also enjoy exclusive access to the Chase Lounge (Epcot^® admission is required).² Cardmembers can have a seat, put up their feet, and relax on a comfy couch. You can also recharge your cell phone (and yourself), enjoy complimentary soft drinks and catch up on some of your favorite magazines. After you are refreshed and ready for more, check the interactive festival map, grab your Discovery Passport and head out to sample more.

Cardmembers can visit the Chase Lounge from 11am-9pm on Sunday through Thursday and 11am-10pm on Friday and Saturday during the festival.

 

• The Lounge is located in the American Adventure Pavilion on the third floor (please use the elevator located between the attraction and the gift shop).
• Present your Disney Visa Card to gain access to the Lounge.

[GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799]

If I strike out on Monday (probable), then my friend is going to try to book the 3D dessert party on Tuesday. 

 

Question... if my friend is a cardholder, and I'm not, can I get in the lounge with her?

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

This was from Brent's TR last year...

 

 

If you haven't ever experienced this before, it's a lounge that's for Chase cardholders. I don't believe it even has to be a Disney Visa. Any Chase card will do.  All three of us have one, but the CM at the door told us one person could have up to 10 guests.

[GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799]

Thanks!

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

From The Adult Side of Disney...

 

 

Just announced was the Epcot Food and Wine Late Nights LIVE! and the Epcot Food and Wine Premium Package coming to this year’s Epcot International Food and Wine Festival.

 

The Epcot Food and Wine Late Nights LIVE! will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the festival (starting September 23). The cost is $79 plus tax and this cost will include your admission into the park for the 9:45 start. The “street party” will end at 1 a.m.  The party will take place between the United Kingdom and World Showcase Plaza and will include samples of six items from several of the kiosks, a live DJ and musical performances.

 

Epcot Food & Wine Premium Package

The Premium Package will run Mondays through Thursdays throughout the entire Festival. This package will give you the opportunity to taste wines and foods from the festival and is opened exclusively to guests of  Walt Disney World Resorts, the Swan & Dolphin Resorts, and Golden Oak.

 

The cost is $199 plus tax and will include an in-room gift bag with a select bottle of wine, a Food and Wine Festival wine glass, truffles, and your credentials to enter the “Premium Package Area.” Also included will be a themed Food and Wine Magic Band and a $50 gift card. When you arrive at a “premium Package Area” you will order items from select marketplace booths and have them delivered to you! This package also includes admission into Epcot Food and Wine Late Nights LIVE! (a $79 value-see above). Epcot admission is required to participate in the Premium Package.

 

Personally, I think the Premium Package is the way to go. Includes a gift card, entrance into the Epcot Food and Wine Late Nights LIVE! These 2 things alone would cost $129. Add on a special Magic Band, a bottle of wine, a Food and Wine Festival wine glass, truffles and the food you will sample – this is well worth the cost! I would imagine this may sell out quickly once people realize the value – plus no waiting in line for the foods you want to sample!

 

http://theadultsideofdisney.com/epcot-food-and-wine-late-nights-live-and-premium-package-new-this-year/

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

Official post from Disney Parks Blog...

 

 

Two New Ways to Enjoy Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

posted on July 31st, 2014 by Pam Brandon, Disney Parks Food Writer

 

How about an after-hours street party, and an Epcot Food & Wine Festival Premium Package to make the 19th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival even more fun?

 

 

Epcot Food & Wine Festival – Late Nights LIVE! street party will run from 9:45 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday during the festival between the United Kingdom Pavilion and World Showcase Plaza. The event includes six tastes (food and beverages) from select marketplaces, live music, entertainment, and a DJ. Cost is $79, plus tax. Bringing together the love of food with the love of music, it’s the perfect destination for a delicious final bite. Party is subject to capacity and advance reservations are recommended; to book a spot, call 407-939-3378. We know that Greece, Hawaii and Desserts & Champagne will be showcased, along with others that will change throughout the festival.

*Note: Admission to Epcot is not required after 9 p.m. for guests who have purchased credentials to the event. However, if the guest wants to visit Epcot before 9 p.m., valid theme park admission is required. Alcohol will only be served to guests 21 and older.

 

Now for some brand-new “Premium” fun! From noon-8 p.m. Monday through Thursday during a select festival period (September 22-November 6), the Epcot Food & Wine Festival Premium Package is an opportunity for guests staying in a Walt Disney World Resort hotel (or the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels) to sip and savor in style. The package includes an in-room gift with wine for guests 21 and older, a festival wine glass, truffles and credential for the Premium Package Areas at the festival – plus an Epcot International Food & Wine Festival MagicBand and a $50 Disney Gift Card to start the fun. The credential gives access to 10 VIP “Premium Package Areas” around World Showcase Promenade where you can order items from Marketplaces and have them delivered to you – no waiting in line. You can also bring your favorite marketplace treats into the Premium Package Areas and just relax. The package also includes one admission to Epcot Food & Wine Festival – Late Nights LIVE!, which you can attend on Tuesday or Thursday night.

 

Cost is $199 per guest, plus tax, plus Epcot admission.

 

For the Epcot Food & Wine Festival Premium Package, call 407-939-1889. For more general information on the festival, go to epcotfoodfestival.com.

 

For more about the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, visit the posts below:

• Ready, Set, Dial! Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Premium Event Reservations Open July 31
• More Details to Make You Hungry For Fun at 19th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
• 2014 Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup Announced for Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

 

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2014/07/two-new-ways-to-enjoy-epcot-international-food-wine-festival/

[GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799]

So here's my question... I could potentially attend that late night party after I fly in on a Thursday, but does the $79 just include food from those booths or also drinks? If it's both, I'd consider it. If it's just $79 for 6 samples, it's not worth it since I don't have to pay admission anyway. 

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

 

includes six tastes (food and beverages) from select marketplaces

 

Not really clear and not sure what those beverages will be.

 

For the money, and given it's Food & Wine, I'd think/hope that it's 6 food & beverage combos.

 

Sounds like we need someone to take one for the team and report back. 

[GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799]

I missed the drinks part... my first day back to work has kicked my butt. 

 

I'm guessing you just get to sample each once. Hmmmmmmmmm.....

[GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799]

Trying to book (we figure we can cancel if reviews are bad)... system is down. 

[GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799]

Booked! We'll wait and see if the reviews make it seem worth it.

 

Heck, 3 moms that can stay out until 1 AM is pretty exciting on its own.

[GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799]

And apparently you can't cancel F&W events? Hope it gets good reviews!