BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted February 17, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2015 Some menu info from the Disney Parks Blog... Food Vies with Flowers at Epcot International Flower & Garden Festivalposted on February 17th, 2015 by Pam Brandon, Disney Parks Food Writer For some of us, the Outdoor Kitchens are our first destination at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, 75 days to munch and learn from March 4-May 17. It’s the third year for the Outdoor Kitchens around World Showcase Lagoon, and the garden- and spring-inspired tapas-sized food and beverages just get more and more interesting. The new Botanas Botánico Outdoor Kitchen between France and Morocco pavilions will showcase treats like Cachapas with Farmer’s Cheese, a sweet yellow corn pancake, and Seafood Ceviche with shrimp, scallops and grouper with mango and avocado. “It’s so much fun coming up with creative new flavors to wow our guests,” says Chef Gregg Hannon, Epcot executive chef. He mentions Beef Brisket Burnt Ends Hash with White Cheddar Fondue and Pickled Jalapeños at The Smokehouse: Barbecue and Brews Outdoor Kitchen, and the Quinoa Vegetable Naanwich with arugula pesto and oven-dried tomatoes at Urban Farm Eats. Especially appealing are flavors inspired by fruits and veggies, like the Frozen Desert Violet Lemonade, Sparkling Pineapple Wine and Berry Tea Cocktail at Pineapple Promenade; the Macaron Guimauve à la Fraise (strawberry marshmallow macaron) at the Fleur De Lys; the vegetarian Falafel with Cucumber Tomato Salad and Tahini at Taste of Marrakesh; Frushi (fresh pineapple, strawberry and melon rolled with raspberry coconut rice, sprinkled with toasted coconut and whipped cream) at Hanami; Limoncello Panna Cotta (gluten free and vegetarian) at Primavera Kitchen; Watermelon Salad with Pickled Onions, Baby Arugula and Feta Cheese and the Florida Blueberry and Lemon Curd Tart (vegetarian) at Florida Fresh; Beijing Candied Strawberries at Lotus House; and Kale Salad with Dried Cherries, Almonds and Goat Cheese (gluten free and vegetarian) at Urban Farm Eats. Hungry yet? Protein fans will love everything from Confit de Canard (pulled duck confit) at Fleur De Lys to a spicy hot dog with pineapple chutney and sriracha mayo at Pineapple Promenade. There’s Harissa Chicken at Taste of Marrakesh and a Pulled Pig Slider at The Smokehouse: Barbecue and Brews. Florida Fresh will serve up hearty Shrimp and Stone-Ground Grits with Andouille Sausage and Jardin de Fiestas has tacos with achiote marinated pork. Look for our next post on all the fun beverages! For more information, call 407/W-DISNEY (934-7639) or go to epcotinspring.com. The festival, including all gardening programs and exhibits, is included in regular Epcot admission. http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2015/02/food-vies-with-flowers-at-epcot-international-flower-garden-festival/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LONE-STAR 370 Posted February 18, 2015 Report Share Posted February 18, 2015 None of it wows me but maybe it's good will see. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted February 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 I got an email today with some very important news from La Cava del Tequila on special offerings at the magarita kiosk for the Food & Wine Festival... With the Flower and Garden Festival starting next Wednesday, we have a lot of delicious drink options that can be enjoyed until May 17. These drinks can be found outside at the Mexican kiosk:Blueberry Pomegranate Margarita- $8.50Tequila Liqueur Flight- $13.50Tecate Beer with Patron Citronage Floater (6oz)- $4.75Mexican Sangria- $8.50 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Momof6....aka Marty 769 Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Mmmm.... I wonder what Mexican Sangria is like. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted February 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Mmmm.... I wonder what Mexican Sangria is like. There's only one way to find out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TurkeyPants...Nicole 92 Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Me too!!!! Especially since I'm finally going to be there for F&G this year! :stars-shower-smiley:Me too!!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 That is VERY important. Who sent it to you? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted February 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 That is VERY important. Who sent it to you? Straight from La Cava - I'm on their email list. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted February 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2015 From the Disney Parks Blog... Snazzy New Beverages, New Chef Demos Brighten Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival March 4 – May 17posted on February 20th, 2015 by Pam Brandon, Disney Parks Food Writer We promised a peek at the new beverages for this year’s Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, fruit-based sips like Key Lime sparkling wine from Florida Orange Groves at Florida Fresh Outdoor Kitchen and Ace Pineapple Hard Cider and sparkling pineapple wine at Pineapple Promenade. Among new craft cocktails, we can’t wait to taste: La Tizana cocktail at Botanas Botánico and the Urban Mary at Urban Farm Eats.“La Tizana is a Venezuelan-influenced fruit punch made with orange juice, lime juice, banana puree, grenadine and garnished with a tropical fruit medley of diced pineapple, mango, strawberries and oranges,” explains Marianne Hunnel, content development manager and beverage expert extraordinaire. For an adult version, you can add a splash of RHUM Orange liqueur from Santa Teresa, Venezuela. “The Urban Mary is a tomato beverage made with spicy tomato juice, lime juice and Worcestershire sauce, garnished with a pickled green bean and micro greens,” Hunnel continues. Adding a shot of vodka is an option. Craft beer is back in a big way, with new additions like Maple Bacon Stout, being brewed right now at Shipyard Brewing Company in Clearwater, Fla., to be released on opening day of the festival. Try it in a flight at The Smokehouse: Barbecue and Brews. And one of the most whimsical takes on grown-up tastes is the new “Ice Pop” at Fleur De Lys in France, flavored with peach iced tea mixed with Grand Marnier Peach Raspberry (a limited-release spirit) and a splash of vodka. “It’s frozen, but not solid, so it just melts in your mouth – refreshing!” says Eric Weistroffer, general manager of Chefs de France. New this year are free cooking demonstrations at 3 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through May 17 at Port of Entry at the entrance to World Showcase. If you’re there for the weekend, plan a short stop. The demos are just about 15 minutes, and it’s your chance to meet a Disney chef and watch how to prepare a delicious dish. Just some festival items to be featured at the demos will be the Piggylicious Bacon Cupcake, the ghost pepper-dusted tilapia, and white corn arepas. You can also pick up a copy of the Taste of Epcot festival cookbook with plenty of recipes to try at home. For more information, call 407/W-DISNEY (934-7639) or go to epcotinspring.com. Admission to the festival, running March 4-May 17, includes all gardening programs and exhibits. http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2015/02/snazzy-new-beverages-new-chef-demos-brighten-epcot-international-flower-garden-festival-march-4-may-17/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted February 22, 2015 Report Share Posted February 22, 2015 Duh. I just realized that F&G will be going on during WWW! :banana: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted February 22, 2015 Report Share Posted February 22, 2015 LOVE the Garden rocks :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted February 22, 2015 Report Share Posted February 22, 2015 Wait a minute. This thread passed me by until now. Has no one noticed who was buried in the list of entertainers for March 13-15? It's the triumphant WDW return of Pablo Cruise! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-C_kvDwqeY Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted February 22, 2015 Report Share Posted February 22, 2015 I went to a Pablo Cruise concert back in High School.... couldn't tell you a single song they did anymore... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TN22.....Brady 22 Posted February 22, 2015 Report Share Posted February 22, 2015 "Has no one noticed who was buried in the list of entertainers for March 13-15?" Buried being the magic word........Great Find! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted February 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2015 Duh. I just realized that F&G will be going on during WWW! :banana: Oh yes it will be!! :D It's the triumphant WDW return of Pablo Cruise! Oh goody! :parrot: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted February 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2015 More menu news from the Disney Food Blog...http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015/02/22/news-beverage-details-from-epcot-flower-and-garden-festival-plus-cooking-demos/ Excerpts... I had the chance last week to sample a couple of the new offerings that will be at the Fleur de Lys Booth this year! The Ice Pop features a combination of French Peach Iced Tea, Grand Marnier Peach Raspberry Liqueur, and Vodka. It’s going to be perfect for those warm Florida Spring days! You can absolutely taste the Grand Marnier and Vodka in this one! It’s amazing — even if you’re not an iced tea fan! And the texture isn’t exactly “frozen” due to the alcohol, so it’s very easy to eat. And while we told you about the brand new Macaron Guimauve à la Fraise (Strawberry Marshmallow Macaron) that will be offered at Fleur de Lys, today I’m sharing a first look! Edgy Urban Eats will feature the Urban Mary, which takes cues from the classic Bloody Mary recipe. Spicy Tomato Juice, Lime Juice, and Worcestershire are mixed together and garnished with a Pickled Green Bean and Micro Greens. NEW! For Flower and Garden 2015 — Cooking Demonstrations! For the first time, Disney Chefs will also be staging cooking demonstrations during the Flower and Garden Festival. And the best part — the demos are free! Chefs will be showcasing Festival Dishes, like the Piggylicious Cupcake, White Corn Arepas, and the Ghost Pepper-Dusted Tilapia. Ghost Pepper-dusted Tilapia Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted February 23, 2015 Report Share Posted February 23, 2015 Wait a minute. This thread passed me by until now. Has no one noticed who was buried in the list of entertainers for March 13-15? It's the triumphant WDW return of Pablo Cruise! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-C_kvDwqeY Whoa! I wonder if they will try to recreate their video on Discovery Island? And if they're going to be sporting those white pants? TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Family of Bears 98 Posted February 23, 2015 Report Share Posted February 23, 2015 Is it weird that I basically have seasonal passes so I can eat and drink my way through the flower garden and food wine festivals? BradyBzLyn...Mo and Momof6....aka Marty 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted February 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2015 Is it weird that I basically have seasonal passes so I can eat and drink my way through the flower garden and food wine festivals? I don't find that even the tiniest bit weird. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted February 24, 2015 Report Share Posted February 24, 2015 Is it weird that I basically have seasonal passes so I can eat and drink my way through the flower garden and food wine festivals? Not at all. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted February 24, 2015 Report Share Posted February 24, 2015 Jason wants us to get some of those push-pops and experiment with other adult beverages. BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TurkeyPants...Nicole 92 Posted February 24, 2015 Report Share Posted February 24, 2015 Jason wants us to get some of those push-pops and experiment with other adult beverages. Twist my arm why don't ya! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Katman1356...Jason 1,140 Posted February 24, 2015 Report Share Posted February 24, 2015 Jason wants us to get some of those push-pops and experiment with other adult beverages. We are now arriving earlier on Saturday. We should totally drink around the world and try fun beverages. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted February 24, 2015 Report Share Posted February 24, 2015 We are now arriving earlier on Saturday. We should totally drink around the world and try fun beverages. We currently have no plans for that day.... I bet we could be talked into that! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Katman1356...Jason 1,140 Posted February 24, 2015 Report Share Posted February 24, 2015 We currently have no plans for that day.... I bet we could be talked into that! Sadly we wont be at the Beach Club anymore but we are supposed to land at MCO at 10 am now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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