BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 What better way to spend a cold, gray day than planning for this year's Food & Wine Festival! :) Per the Disney Food Blog, this year's dates are now up on the Disney website and are September 25 - November 16.http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015/01/14/news-2015-epcot-food-wine-festival-dates/ That makes this the 2nd year in a row that F&W runs for 7 weeks, however this time the "extra" week is on the tail end, bringing the festival well into November. For us this means our entire vacation this year will take place during F&W. :jumpforjoy I better start saving my pennies... and jogging!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 Our first two weeks will include F&W! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
keith_h 420 Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 We hadn't planned on going to the parks this year but the F&W overlaps our first two days so we might have to make a run. We will be arriving on the 15th from the Savannah area so going then would make for an easy meal plan that day. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 The F&W used to be much later in the year. We were there one year (1999? I think) the Mon and Tuesday before Thanksgiving and F&W was still going on. I think it started in mid-October back then Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 I can't wait for our quick Halloween and Food and Wine combo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Katman1356...Jason 1,140 Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 I can't wait for our quick Halloween and Food and Wine combo.Me Either! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted January 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2015 Official confirmation from the Disney Parks Blog... It’s official! Epcot International Food & Wine Festival launches September 25 and runs through November 16 this year – 53 days of sweet and savory tapas-sized dishes and beverages, plus tasting seminars, culinary demos, signature dining experiences, live entertainment and more. http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2015/01/start-planning-your-foodie-getaway-epcot-food-wine-festival-dates-announced-for-2015/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 From the Disney Food Blog... We’ve got the first word on a few Eat to the Beat concert line-up listings ALREADY for 2015! For those of you who may not know, Eat to the Beat is an Epcot concert series that takes place during the Epcot Food and Wine Festival, running this year from September 25-November 16. The series features musical acts from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 00s each year, and concerts take place throughout most evenings of the Festival. Since this partial list is preliminary, be sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for additions and/or changes to the schedule! We will bring you all the latest news first! Eat to the Beat concerts are performed three times per evening, so you have three chances each night to see your favorites — 5:30PM, 6:45PM, and 8:00PM! 2015 Eat to the Beat Concert Line Up!Note that this schedule is subject to change.October 2-4 – Starship Featuring Mickey ThomasOctober 10-11 – 38 SpecialOctober 19-21 – Air Supply http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015/03/25/news-2015-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-eat-to-the-beat-concert-schedule/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted March 26, 2015 Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 Doesn't Starship play every year? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 Yes they do. That is whatever is that passes for Starship these days. I think 38 Special and Air Supply have been on the docket a bunch too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingpixi 11 Posted March 26, 2015 Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 This year will be my first ever and I can't wait! I have been looking online at last years pics of the food which I in honest opinion need to leave alone but since I gained all my weight AFTER I married Hubby it is all his fault so he better be prepared to roll my big butt through the entire world showcase to get my snack on!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted April 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Tickets are now on sale for the 2015 WDW Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic...http://www.swandolphinfoodandwineclassic.com/ A Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic causeway ticket offers guests unlimited tastings at more than 40 stations featuring culinary selections from the hotel’s award-winning restaurants and wine from more than 30 wineries amidst a festive backdrop of live entertainment on the hotel’s scenic causeway. Upgraded ticket options allow guests to enjoy access to a beer garden featuring a wide selection of craft beers and Oktoberfest-inspired cuisine. The event also includes hands-on experiences with the hotel’s chefs and certified beverage experts in a variety of food and beverage seminars.Advance-purchase, event-only tickets to enjoy unlimited tastings on the causeway are $105 per personUpgraded tickets, including unlimited tastings on the causeway and access to the beer garden, are $125 per personBeverage seminars are $45 per person, per class with the purchase of a causeway ticketPasta making, sushi and sake, and cheese seminars are $60 per person, per class with the purchase of a causeway ticket http://theadultsideofdisney.com/tickets-packages-now-available-for-6th-annual-walt-disney-world-swan-and-dolphin-food-wine-classic/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted May 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 From the Disney Food Blog... News! Allergy Friendly Culinary Demos at the 2015 Epcot Food and Wine Festival May 14, 2015 By AJ Welcome to the Disney Food Blog. If you enjoy this post, you should check out the tour of the site to see all the great Disney Food information we have. We have breaking news today about the 2015 Epcot Food and Wine Festival — and the our first news of this year’s Low Cost Culinary Demonstrations and Seminars lineup!! And stay tuned to the end of the post, because you could win a trip to Walt Disney World during this year’s event!We all know that Disney is committed to serving guests with food allergies. Today, we’re learning that Mylan, the company that produces the EpiPen® (with which, if you have food allergies, you’re probably familiar), will be sponsoring the first ever culinary demonstrations at the Food and Wine Festival that are free of the top eight food allergens! Living With Food Allergies Culinary Demonstrations at the 2015 Epcot Food and Wine FestivalThe demos will be part of the EpiPen® On Location™ initiative, “a national call-to-action for those living with potentially life-threatening (severe) allergies and their caregivers to understand the importance of avoiding allergic triggers and having access to two epinephrine auto-injectors, such as EpiPen® (epinephrine injection) Auto-Injectors, at all times — whether at home, school, work or on vacation.” These events are scheduled to take place at the Festival Center throughout the days of October 2-4. Chef and restaurant owner Amanda Freitag will prepare dishes free of the top eight allergens — milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans. Chef Freitag lives with her own food allergy, and has become an EpiPen® On Location™ Ambassador, as she shares her own experience in a professional kitchen. In addition, Auggie Maturo, who plays Auggie Matthews on the Disney Series Girl Meets World, will be on hand with his family to offer his best advice for navigating life with severe allergies. We’ll share more information about these events soon! It’s possible that the culinary demonstrations with Chef Freitag will be part of the Low Cost Seminar and Demonstration line up that is such a popular part of the festival each year. As such, there will be a charge for these events. Win a Trip to the 2015 Epcot Food and Wine Festival!To help spread awareness about the serious issue of food allergies, Mylan will give away a three-night/four-day vacation for four to visit the 2015 Epcot Food Wine Festival! Three grand prize winners will be awarded a vacation that includes:Epcot!!!Opportunity for meet-and-greets with Amanda Freitag and Auggie Maturo and tickets to a culinary demonstration between Oct. 2 – 4A vacation travel kit prepared by Nina Garcia (“Project Runway” judge and Marie Claire Creative Director, whose son also lives with food allergies)A resort stayTheme park ticketsAnd much more!To enter, head over to the EpiPenOnLocation.com for instructions and official rules! Super exciting news for guests who deal with allergies, and their loved ones who support them! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015/05/14/news-allergy-friendly-culinary-demos-at-2015-epcot-food-and-wine-festival/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted May 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2015 The official WDW press release has a few tidbits of new info... Milestone Celebration Queues Up New Tastings and Events LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – A global culinary journey celebrating 20 delicious years of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival will tantalize taste buds from Sept. 25-Nov. 16, at Walt Disney World Resort. The 2015 festival, presented by Chase, will welcome celebrity chefs, debut new marketplace tastes from around the world and celebrate guests’ favorite dining traditions. Disney chefs and festival programmers are whipping up a feast of surprises to celebrate the 20th annual event in style. New wine tastings, rockin’ parties and culinary experiences built around the 20-year milestone will bring together loyal festival fans and first-timers. As part of the celebration, Chef Remy of the Disney animated film “Ratatouille” will invite guests to join a culinary scavenger hunt. Growing in scope each year since 1996 and lauded by the Travel Channel as one of America’s top food festivals, the 53-day Epcot event features inspired bites and sips from around the world at more than 25 outdoor marketplaces, nightly Eat to the Beat concerts of many musical genres, signature dinners and featured tasting events. This fall, the 20th festival will debut dishes like Pepper Bacon Mac ‘n Cheese at the Farm Fresh Marketplace and refreshing sips like the Scottish Citrus Thistle at the Scotland Marketplace. Culinary icons like Cat Cora, Jamie Deen and John Ash will entertain foodies and inspire their palates at new and returning premium events that include weekly Party for the Senses grand tastings in October. Festival guests can pair wines and beers with savory and sweet dishes as they stroll the World Showcase Promenade and earn stamps on their complimentary festival passports. Champagne, cocktails and “mocktails” also will bubble up on festival menus. In Future World, the popular Ocean Spray Cranberry Bog returns for a fourth year so that families can discover the cranberry’s rich agricultural heritage and learn fun facts about the tart fruits. Whether guests’ taste buds prefer savory, spicy, sweet (or all of the above), there are plenty of delectable surprises at every stop along the way. Here’s a sneak peek: New marketplace menus debut and chefs celebrate festival favorites – Among many dishes set to debut are Seared Venison Loin with Wild Mushroom Ragout and Kumara Dumpling at the New Zealand Marketplace and Grilled Sweet and Spicy Bush Berry Shrimp with Pineapple, Peppers, Onions and Snap Peas at the Australia Marketplace. For many, there’s nothing like a yearly dip into classic favorites like the Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup. Four new Eat to the Beat concert acts debut; fan favorites return to festival stage –Rock singer-songwriter David Cook opens the Eat to the Beat concert series Sept. 25-27. Four new acts in the concert series lineup — Tiffany, Everclear, Maxi Priest and Chaka Khan – will belt out chart-topping tunes. Other popular acts, including Wilson Phillips, Smash Mouth, The Pointer Sisters, Jo Dee Messina, Boyz II Men and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, will return to rock the America Gardens Theatre stage this fall. Celebrity chefs dazzle – Renowned chef and cookbook author John Ash, who participated in the inaugural Epcot International Food & Wine Festival in 1996, will return to celebrate the 20th milestone year. Other notable chefs including Cat Cora, Robert Irvine, Jamie Deen, Rock Harper, Kenny Gilbert and Buddy Valastro will cook for Epcot guests and share their culinary know-how during demos and premium events. Ratatouille rocks — Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak invites kids of all ages to join a World Showcase scavenger hunt for little Remy statuettes hidden around the park’s World Showcase. Maps, stickers and prizes are involved. Festival Center gets cookin’ – Guests can join culinary demonstrations, beverage seminars and mixology seminars daily for a nominal fee. More festival fun will include the complimentary Back to Basics weekend series featuring epicurean tips and tricks from the pros. Chase Lounge offers perks – Anyone who owns or wants to own a Chase debit or credit card will find complimentary refreshments and interactive fun at the Chase Lounge at American Adventure. Get ready for . . .More than 270 chefs including Disney chefs and culinary stars from across the country. Party for the Senses grand tasting events every Saturday in October showcasing tempting bites from eminent chefs, more than 50 wines and beers and live entertainment. Premium events including the new “French Family Meal Traditions” lunch on Fridays and Sundays; new “Rockin’ Burger Block Party” on select dates; and new beverage events to include “Exploring Wines from 1996 to Now” that salutes the festival’s 20th year. Included with Epcot Admission:Back to Basics series, Ocean Spray Cranberry Bog, World Showcase Scavenger Hunt, special book signings, Eat to the Beat concerts, cultural adventures, Marketplace Discovery Passport and all attractions and park entertainment are included with regular Epcot admission. Special Programming by Reservation:The Party for the Senses grand tasting events, signature dinners and other special wine and culinary programs require reservations and separate event admission. When a reservation booking date is announced this summer, guests can call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378) and get details at EpcotFoodFestival.com. http://wdwnews.com/releases/2015/05/27/20th-epcot-international-food-wine-festival-celebrates-two-delicious-decades-sept-25-nov-16-2015/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 28, 2015 Report Share Posted May 28, 2015 I wish I was going to be there for the foiod allergy demo.And I need to see if Robert Irvine will be there when I am. I have a serious crush on him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted May 28, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2015 Some news from Disney Food Blog... News! 2015 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Confirmed Booths, New Dishes, and More Details! May 27, 2015 By AJ The Epcot Food and Wine Festival will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2015, and today, we’re starting to get an idea of what this year will include. We have updates on everything from food to new attractions, so let’s get to it! NEW Booths and Dishes While we anticipate lots and lots more announcements about new food items, we’re getting our very first glimpse of some eats that will debut in the 2015 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booths! The Scotland Booth is back and will debut a brand new drink, the Scottish Citrus Thistle! A Grilled Sweet and Spicy Bush Berry Shrimp with Pineapple, Peppers, Onions and Snap Peas will be a highlight at the Australia Booth, and the New Zealand Booth will tempt guests with a Seared Venison Loin with Wild Mushroom Ragout and Kumara Dumpling. Other new dishes will include Pepper Bacon Mac ‘n Cheese (what WHAT?!??!?) at the Farm Fresh Booth. But I super hope that amazing Hash returns in 2015! Farm Fresh Marketplace Of course, we are crossing our fingers and hoping that plenty of dishes that we love return as well. We do know that the Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup is returning to the Canada Booth! Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup Will Once Again Join the Festival Line UpSo we can breathe a collective sigh of relief there. New Special EventsWe cannot wait to check out a brand new festival Premium Event — the French Family Meal Traditions Lunch, which will take place on Fridays and Sundays. If the French Family Meal Traditions Lunch is Anything Like the Parisian Breakfast, We Can’t Wait! A brand new premium party, the Rockin’ Burger Block Party, will also take place on select dates. More details to come about that one!NEW Artists Debuting and Familiar Favorites Returning to Eat to the Beat Concert SeriesTaking in an Eat to the Beat Concert as the sun goes down is a great way to enjoy your evening at the festival. And this year, we have some brand new acts to choose from. Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Performing at Eat to the Beat New acts Tiffany, Everclear, Maxi Priest, and Chaka Khan will take the stage at the America Pavilion in 2015. They’ll be joined by several returning acts, including Wilson Phillips, Smash Mouth, The Pointer Sisters, Jo Dee Messina, Boyz II Men, and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. (No word on Hanson, yet, kiddos — stay tuned!) Celebrity Chefs to Appear at the 2015 Food and Wine Festival One of the most fun aspects of the festival is catching a low cost culinary demonstration with celebrity chefs. 2015 will see the return of many favorites. Look for Cat Cora, Robert Irvine, Jamie Deen, Rock Harper, Kenny Gilbert, and Buddy Valastro at Culinary Demos and Special Events. Cake Boss, 2011 Sweet Sundays Event Chef Cat Cora Book Signing at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival The festival will also welcome back chef and cookbook author John Ash, who appeared at the very first festival in 1996!Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt Also new for 2015 — everyone’s favorite rat chef Remy will be joining the party with Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt! Kids from 4 to 94 can go on the hunt throughout World Showcase to find little hidden statues of Remy. There will be special maps and stickers, and you may even win a prize! French Cheese with a Side of RemyReturning AttractionsAfter an absence in 2014, the Ocean Spray Cranberry Bog will once again return this year! Ocean Spray Cranberry Bog Is Back at the 2015 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Also, the Chase Lounge will again offer Chase Card Members a place to stop and relax for a spell, while they enjoy complimentary refreshments and more. Chase Lounge http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015/05/27/news-2015-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-confirmed-booths-new-dishes-and-more-details Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 28, 2015 Report Share Posted May 28, 2015 Cake Boss booooo! He opened a bakery about 10-15 mins from me and has parked in the handicap spot multiple times because the lot was full. He's not too well liked around here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted May 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 The full Eat to the Beat concert lineup from the Disney Parks Blog... Rick Springfield, Tiffany, Chaka Kahn Rock ‘Eat to the Beat’ Concert Series at 2015 Epcot Food & Wine Festivalposted on May 29th, 2015 by Charles Stovall, Public Relations Manager In January, we let you in on the dates for this year’s Epcot International Food & Wine Festival.One of my favorite times of the year! And this year is the 20th anniversary of the festival! Now, I have the enviable task of giving you more info on this year’s festival – the lineup for 2015’s “Eat to the Beat” concert series. Being a child of the ‘80s, I’m SUPER pumped for some of our new acts like Tiffany and Chaka Kahn. Also new to this year’s festival are the S.O.S. Band, Everclear and Maxi Priest. Here’s the full list. Hope your favorite is on there!David Cook – September 25-27, 2015Wilson Phillips – September 28-29, 2015Christopher Cross – September 30-October 1, 2015Starship – October 2-4, 2015Smash Mouth – October 5-7, 2015The Pointer Sisters – October 8-9, 201538 Special – October 10-11, 2015Rick Springfield – October 12-13, 2015Sugar Ray – October 14-16, 2015The S.O.S. Band – October 17-18, 2015Air Supply – October 19-21, 2015Fuel – October 22-23, 2015Tiffany (NEW!) – October 24-25, 2015Dennis DeYoung – October 26-28, 2015Jo Dee Messina – October 29-30, 2015Everclear (NEW!) – October 31-November 1, 2015Boyz II Men – November 2-4, 2015Sister Hazel – November 5-6, 2015Big Bad Voodoo Daddy – November 7-9, 2015Hanson – November 10-12, 2015Maxi Priest (NEW!) – November 13-14, 2015Chaka Khan (NEW!) – November 15-16, 2015Please note: Daily show times take place at 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM and 8:00 PM. Entertainment and appearances are subject to change without notice. Be sure to check back to the Disney Parks Blog for updated info on this year’s festival. Bonne ẻcoute!” (Happy Listening!) http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2015/05/rick-springfield-tiffany-chaka-kahn-rock-eat-to-the-beat-concert-series-at-2015-epcot-food-wine-festival/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
keith_h 420 Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 Too bad we don't arrive until the 15th as I would like to see Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. Other than Chaka Khan the rest are kind of meh to me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
momof3kids-Yvonne 596 Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 Rick Springfield will be there on October 12th & 13th. We leave on the 11th. Surely Steve could travel back home alone with the girls. BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 I'm anxiously awaiting the date Robert Irvine will be there. I saw him briefly a few years ago at a food demonstration and would love to see him again. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 I'm anxiously awaiting the date Robert Irvine will be there. I saw him briefly a few years ago at a food demonstration and would love to see him again.Let me know when you find out. If it's when we are there, I would love to go with you. I doubt anyone in my family shares my excitement over him lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted May 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 If you're old like me and a Styx fan, definitely catch Dennis DeYoung. We did last year and he was terrific! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Santa ... Shannon 160 Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 Cool, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Maxi Priest and Chaka Kahn all intersect our reservation! We'll see if the Mrs lets us keep them! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
keith_h 420 Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 If you're old like me and a Styx fan, definitely catch Dennis DeYoung. We did last year and he was terrific! I knew Dennis back in the day. I also remember Styx from when they were playing sock hops for $2 a head. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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