Food and Wine Festival 2012

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From the Disney Food Blog...

Wine Series Events — Epcot Food and Wine Festival

These wine dinners are very popular and offer an intimate meal with the chef and wine maker. Adding one of these events to your Epcot Food and Wine Festival itinerary will make for a memorable occasion! And new this year — a “Cheese as Dessert” event!

Flying Fish Chef's Counter

“Mosel Gems” – Thursday, October 4th

Johannes Selbach–Owner/Wine Maker

Weingut Selbach-Oster, Zeltingen-Mosel, Germany

6pm Reception – 6:30pm Dinner

“Viva Italia” – Thursday, October 11th, 2012

Pierluigi Gaeta, Marketing Director-Vias Imports Ltd., NY

Featuring extraordinary selections from Italy’s Top Wine Producing Regions

6pm Reception-6:30pm Dinner

“Howell Mountain Treasures” – Thursday, October 18th, 2012

Master Sommelier Mr. John Blazon – The Spire Collection

Featuring Wines from California Wine Country’s Prestigious Howell Mountain

6pm Reception – 6:30pm Dinner

“Northern Santa Barbara County Focus” – Thursday, October 25th, 2012

Mrs. Jenny Dore–Marketing Director/Proprietor of Foxen Wines, Santa Maria, California

6pm Reception – 6:30pm Dinner

“An Exploration of Sweet Endings” – Wednesday, November 7th, 2012

*NEW EVENT*

Walt Disney World’s very own Executive Pastry Chef Stefan Riemer — “Cheese as Dessert” along with Flights of Dessert Fantasies at 8pm!

Joined by Distinguished Wine Guests:

Master Sommelier Andrew McNamara & Wayne Raborn from Wilson & Daniels

serving up some delicate Late Harvest Wine Pairings.

8pm Reception–8:30pm Dessert Party

“A Sonoma County Legend” – Thursday, November 8th, 2012

David Munksgard – Wine Maker

Iron Horse Vineyards, Sebastopol, California

Featuring both Still & Sparkling Selections

6pm Reception – 6:30pm Dinner

“Sake Sensations” – Thursday, November 15th, 2012

NOTE: This takes place after the Festival ends on Nov. 12.

Ms. Carrie Basye-Becker, World Class Sake Aficionado

Enjoy Sake from all Corners of Japan’s Best Rice-growing Regions

6pm Reception – 6:30pm Dinner

Booking Info

Seating is limited to just 32 guests for each of these events, call 407-939-5102 at your earliest convenience to reserve space!

Have you attended a Wine Dinner at Flying Fish?

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2012/06/27/news-flying-fish-cafe-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-events-and-july-wine-dinner/

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From the Disney Parks blog...

HGTV Stars Return to Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

posted on July 5th, 2012 by Charles Stovall, Public Relations, Manager

We love our festivals here at Walt Disney World Resort!

Having just finished the 2012 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, we now turn to the 2012 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. This year’s food and wine extravaganza runs from September 28 to November 12, and we’re excited to announce the return of some your favorite HGTV stars.

As regular watchers of HGTV (and I’m one of them) know, HGTV programs go beyond just home renovation and gardening. They feature ideas and helpful hints for party planning, catering and tons of other food and beverage topics, which makes them a perfect fit for our festival.

Are you watching this season of “Design Star”? I am loving it; and not just because we got to interview judge Genevieve Gorder on the “Design Star” set. I can’t wait to see who wins and gets to come to Epcot.

In addition to the “Design Star” winner, here are the other HGTV stars that are scheduled for this year’s festival:

September 28-30 – “Design Star” Season 7 Winner (To be announced July 25)

October 5-7 – Casey Noble – “Design on a Dime”

October 12-14 – Alison Victoria – DIY Network’s “Kitchen Crashers”

October 19-21 – Brian Patrick Flynn – HGTV.com, “Design Happens” contributor

October 26-28 – Meg Caswell – “Meg’s Great Rooms”

November 2-4 – Marianne Canada – HGTV.com, “Design Happens” contributor

November 9-12 – Emily Henderson – “Secrets From a Stylist”

Keep your eye on the Disney Parks Blog for more information on the 17th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, presented by HGTV.

For more 2012 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival news, check out the posts below:

• What’s New for the 17th Annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
  
• Blues Traveler, Smash Mouth and More Set for ‘Eat to the Beat’ Concert Series This Fall at Epcot
  

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/07/hgtv-stars-return-to-epcot-international-food-wine-festival/

[DaveInTN 3,247]

I really wish I could be there this year.

[bord1niowa......Curt 79]

I am going to get fat...ter

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

I am going to get fat...ter

We're only catching the last 3 days (4 if I get my way), so by day 4 (5) I figure we should be in a pretty intense food coma.

[DaveInTN 3,247]

We're only catching the last 3 days (4 if I get my way), so by day 4 (5) I figure we should be in a pretty intense food coma.

It's going to take you until Thanksgiving just to be able to eat again.

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

That's my plan! :D

[CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547]

Hmmm ... I'm a huge HGTV fan, and I've never heard of any of these people or their shows.

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From the Disney Food Blog...

First Look! 2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Merchandise

Jul 11th, 2012 by AJ.

More Epcot Food and Wine Festival info comin’ your way!!

While we wait for the 2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival menus to be revealed, let’s take a look at some of the merchandise that will be sold at this year’s Festival scheduled for September 28 – November 12.

According to the DisneyParks Blog, Disney’s Event Merchandise department has created some unique items for this year’s event.

Pins and Vinylmation

First up, I HAVE to show you these limited edition pins. Cranberry bog fans will want to collect the Mickey Mouse in a cranberry bog version… Now, I ask you, WHY does Mickey get to go in the cranberry bog and I DON’T?!??!

I’ve been asking Ocean Spray on twitter (@OceanSprayInc if you’d like to petition for me) for months to let me get in the bog, and, alas, no answer…

2012 Food and Wine Vinylmation and Pins

Also showing up in pin form: The main logo pin features Chip and Dale. Disney Vacation Club members should look for a Minnie Mouse pin, and Annual Passholders might want to pick up the new Figment pin (!!!!) — yes please.

Vinyl fans will love that limited edition Vinylmation figure! The 3-inch figure features Tony from “Lady and the Tramp.” Designed by Billy Davis, the edition size is ONLY 2,500.

Signature Artwork This Year

Check out this piece – it’s the signature artwork element that will be used on some of the merchandise pieces like cutting boards, trivets, spoon rests, coffee mugs, and coasters. (Looks like we also get a sneak peek at what the Marketplace Passports will look like!)

2012 Food and Wine Festival Artwork

Drinkware

Two drinkware pieces that will be showcasing the festival logo include a wine glass and light-up tumbler.

(Yes, I am getting a light-up tumbler and you can’t stop me. I’m putting it on my tray when I walk through the festival. Yes, I bring a tray to the festival.)

2012 Food and Wine Merchandise

Apparel and Other Kitchen Items

Look for the following “sketch” on kitchen items like oven mitts, pot holders, aprons, drinkware, towels, and dishes.

2012 Food and Wine Merchandise Items

Chef Duffy

And, of course, Chef Duffy will also be on a limited edition (4,000 pin).

Chef Duffy Pins 2012 Food and Wine Festival

Speaking of Chef Duffy, he was very popular at the 2011 festival — only the cookbook outsold him! This year, the 12-inch bear has donned a bow tie.

Chef Duffy 2012 Food and Wine Festival

Where to Find ‘Em

You’ll find these items at the Festival Welcome Center as well as at locations throughout Epcot. A select number of items will be for sale on DisneyStore.com as they were last year.

Don’t Forget to follow along with us as we showcase the 2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival News here on the Disney Food Blog! Join our newsletter for updates!

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2012/07/11/first-look-2012-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-merchandise/

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From the Disney Parks blog...

Booking Begins at 7 a.m. August 14 for Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Special Events

posted on July 17th, 2012 by Pam Brandon, Disney Parks Food Writer

We’re less than a month away from the date to book your favorite ticketed events at the 17th Annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival.

Along with wine and mixology seminars and culinary demos, we can’t wait to try a couple of the new experiences for 2012. The Marketplace VIP Access Chef Tour begins at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday, with tastes from selected marketplaces around World Showcase Lagoon and behind-the-scenes stories from the chefs. You get five (pre-selected) dishes and five beverages (wine, beer and cocktails) on the tour, which takes about two hours. Cost is $90 (plus tax and park admission).

The Italy Pavilion is also adding a new Italian Regional Food & Wine Luncheon in the recently opened Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar, pairing wines with casual, authentic dishes. The leisurely luncheons will be from noon-2 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays. Cost is $75 (plus tax, gratuity included, park admission required). Italy will continue its popular series of International Food & Wine Festival events at Via Napoli, as well as the exquisite White Truffle Lunch on November 4 this year, in Tutto Italia Ristorante.

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The extravagant Party for the Senses in the World ShowPlace Events Pavilion is back, this year with a new tier of pricing – a ticket for a reserved table on the main floor ($170 plus tax, gratuity included, park admission required). A reserved table in the premium Wine View Lounge is $270 plus tax (gratuity included, park admission required), and general admission is $145 plus tax (gratuity included, park admission required). Both of the reserved seating options also include a specialty cocktail and early admission at 7:15 p.m. This year’s Party for the Senses dates are October 6, 13, 20, and 27, and November 3.

Stay tuned for more updates. And don’t forget to book beginning at 7 a.m. on August 14 by calling 407-WDW-FEST (407-939-3378). Visit www.epcotfoodfestival.com for the latest news – specifics to be posted late July!

Get more news about this year’s Epcot International Food & Wine Festival in the posts below:

• First Look at 2012 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Merchandise
  
• HGTV Stars Return to Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
  
• What’s New for the 17th Annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
  

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/07/booking-begins-at-7-a-m-august-14-for-epcot-international-food-wine-festival-special-events/

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MENUS ARE OUT - let the planning (and drooling) commence!!

From the Disney Food Blog...

2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Marketplace Booths and Menus

Once again, the World Showcase booths will delight at the 2012 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival!

2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Map -- click for larger image

NOTE: We have photos available of most of these items and will be posting links to our individual booth pages later today! Come on back to see FOOD PHOTOS from ALL OF THE BOOTHS!

Marketplace Booths

Booths this year include:

Argentina, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Beef Empanada

Grilled Beef Skewer with Chimichurri Sauce and Boniato Purée

Beverage Selections:

Terrazas Reserva Chardonnay

Terrazas Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

Terrazas Reserva Torrontes

Terrazas Reserva Malbec

Australia, Introduced: 1997

Culinary Offerings:

Shrimp on the Barbie with Pepper Berry Citrus Glaze

Grilled Lamb Chop with Mint Pesto and Potato Crunchies

Lamington

Beverage Selections:

Rosemount Estate Traminer Riesling

Rosemount Estate Chardonnay Semillon

Rosemount Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Shiraz

Rosemount Estate Shiraz Cabernet

Belgium, Introduced: 2010

Culinary Offerings:

Steamed Mussels in Hoegaarden Beer Broth and Baguette

Belgian Waffle with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream

Guylian Belgian Chocolate Seashell Truffles

Beverage Selections:

Hoegaarden

Stella Artois

Leffe Blonde

Leffe Brune

Godiva Chocolate Liqueur Iced Coffee

Brewer’s Collection, Introduced: 2003

Beverage Selections:

Radeberger Pilsner

Altenmünster Oktoberfest

Altenmünster Dunkel

Hövels

Schöfferhofer Weizen

Schöfferhofer Grapefruit

Berliner Kindl Dark

Sion Kölsch

Canada, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup

Chicken Chipotle Sausage with Sweet Corn Polenta and “Minus 8″ Onion Jam

“Le Cellier” Wild Mushroom Beef Filet Mignon with Truffle Butter Sauce

Beverage Selections:

Neige Première Apple Ice Wine

Neige Bubble

Mission Hill Family Estate Syrah

Moosehead Beer

Caribbean Islands, Introduced: 2011

Culinary Offerings:

Ropa Vieja with Cilantro Rice

Jerk Spiced Chicken Drumstick with Mango Chutney

Beverage Selections:

Bacardi® Frozen Dragon Berry Colada

Bacardi® Torched Cherry Frozen Cherry Limeade

Cheese, Introduced: 2010

Culinary Offerings:

Cheese Fondue with Sourdough Bread

Trio of Artisan Cheeses: Beecher’s Flagship Reserve Cheddar, La Bonne Vie Goat Brie and Rogue River Creamery Echo Mountain Blue Cheese

Beverage Selections:

Sterling Vintner’s Collection Sauvignon Blanc

Sterling Vintner’s Collection Riesling

Sterling Vintner’s Collection Pinot Noir

Sterling Vintner’s Collection Meritage

China, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Mongolian Beef with Chinese Steamed Bun

Pork Pot Stickers

Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce and Pickled Vegetables

Mango Tapioca Pudding

Beverage Selections:

Tsing Tao Beer

Francis Ford Coppola Su Yuen Riesling

Francis Ford Coppola Su Yuen Syrah

Happy Lychee with Vodka

Sunny Guava with Coconut Rum

Craft Beers

Beverage Selections:

Widmer Rotator IPA: Spiced IPA, Portland, OR

Red Hook Pilsner, Portsmouth, NH

Blue Moon Seasonal, Golden, CO

Leinenkugel Berry Weiss, Chippewa Falls, WI

Florida Beer Company’s Devil’s Triangle, Florida

Abita Purple Haze, Louisiana

Full Sail IPA, Oregon

Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Nevada

Desserts & Champagne, Introduced: 2000

Culinary Offerings:

Yogurt Panna Cotta with Orange Cake, Raspberries and Pomegranate

Lemon Custard Verrine with Blueberry Compote

Dark Chocolate Mousse with Chili and Salted Caramel

Beverage Selections:

Nesquick Frozen Chocolate Foam

Nesquick Frozen Strawberry Foam

Moët & Chandon Ice Impérial

Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial

Moët & Chandon Nectar Impérial

Moët & Chandon Impérial

Fife and Drum

Beverage Selections:

Red Stag Lemonade by Jim Beam®

Red Stag Honey Tea Lemonade by Jim Beam®

Florida, Introduced: 2012 <– New!

Culinary Offerings:

White Corn Arepa with Mangalitsa Pork Rilette and Zellwood Sweet Corn Salad

Florida Shrimp Ceviche with Fire Roasted Vegetables, Fried Plantains and Cilantro

Beverage Selections:

Florida Beer Company Florida Lager

Florida Beer Company Key West Southernmost Wheat

Florida Orange Grove Key Limen

Florida Orange Grove Hurricane Class 5, Florida White Sangria

France, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Escargots Persillade en Brioche

Coq au Vin sur Gratin de Macaroni

Créme Brûlée au Chocolat au Lait

Beverage Selections:

Chardonnay, Bouchard Aîné & Fils

Merlot, Château de Mercade Bordeaux

Sparkling Pomegranate Kir

Eiffel Sour Cosmo Slush

Germany, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Schinken Nudel (Pasta Gratin with Ham and Cheese)

Roast Bratwurst in a Pretzel Roll

Apple Strudel with Karamel-Vanilla Sauce

Beverage Selections:

Selbach-Oster Estate Spätlese

JH Selbach Riesling Classic

JH Selbach Riesling QbA Red Label

Niersteiner Spiegelberg Dornfelder

Radeberger Pilsner

Altenmünster Dunke

Greece, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Greek Salad with Pita Bread

Griddled Greek Cheese with Pistachios and Honey

Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki

Spanakopita

Dannon® Oikos® Greek Yogurt Cups

Beverage Selections:

Domaine Skouras Moscofilero

Domaine Skouras St. George

Sigalas Assytiko

Alpha Axia Syrah

Hawaii, Introduced: 2011

Culinary Offerings:

Kalua Pork Slider with Sweet and Sour Dole Pineapple Chutney and Spicy Mayonnaise

Tuna Poke with Seaweed Salad and Lotus Root Chips

Beverage Selections:

Seven Tiki® Mai Tai

Heitz Cellar Chardonnay

Kona Brewing Company Big Wave Golden Ale

Kona Brewing Company Pipeline Porter

Hops & Barley, Introduced: 2005

Culinary Offerings:

Linda Bean’s® Lobster Claw Cuddler® Chilled with Herb Mayonnaise

Linda Bean’s® Perfect Maine Lobster Roll®

Linda Bean’s® Maine Home Style Clam Chowder

Pumpkin Mousse with Craisins and Orange Sauce

Beverage Selections:

Samuel Adams Boston Lager®

Samuel Adams® Seasonal

Samuel Adams Cherry Wheat®

17th Anniversary Festival Beer– Samuel Adams® Chocolate Bock

Samuel Adams Light®

Samuel Adams® Cream Stout

Samuel Adams® Latitude 48 IPA

Angry Orchard Cider

Ireland, Introduced: 2001

Culinary Offerings:

Lobster and Seafood Fisherman’s Pie

Kerrygold® Cheese Selection: Aged-Irish Cheddar, Dubliner and Cashel Blue with Apple Chutney and Brown Bread

Warm Chocolate Lava Cake with Bailey’s Ganache

Beverage Selections:

Guinness

Bunratty Mead Honey Wine

Bunratty Potcheene Chilled Irish Coffee

Italy, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Ravioli di Formaggio All’emiliana (Baked Cheese Ravioli, Creamy Beef Bolognese, Parmesan, Mozzarella)

Salsiccia e “Papacelli” Napoletani (Sweet Sausage, Red Pepper, Ciaibatta Bread)

Cannoli al Cioccolato (Chocolate-Covered Cannoli filled with Ricotta, Chocolate, Candied Fruit)

Beverage Selections:

Moretti Beer

Prosecco Zardetto

Pinot Grigio Mezzacorona

Chianti Castello di Quercetto

Italian Margherita

Japan, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Spicy Hand Roll (Tuna & Salmon with Chili Pepper, Soy Sauce & Sesame Oil Topped with Kazan Volcano Sauce)

Karaage Hand Roll (Crispy Chicken Breast with Sushi Rice and Spicy Mayonnaise)

California Roll (Avocado, Cucumber, Crab, Mayonnaise, Smelt Roe Rolled in Sushi Rice and Seaweed)

Sukiyaki Beef Pan (Marinated Thinly Sliced Rib Eye with Sauteed Onions and Teriyaki Sauce Served in a Bun)

Beverage Selections:

Kirin Ichiban Draft Beer

Sake-Kikusui Super Dry, Junmai

Sake-Bishounen Junmai Ginjo

Sake Strawberry Mist

Mexico, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Crispy Shrimp Taco with Chipotle Lime Mayo and Cabbage Served on a Flour Tortilla

Taco de Filete with Cascabel Pepper Sauce and Scallions Served on a Flour Tortilla

Natilla de Cajeta (Caramel Custard Served with Sauce)

Beverage Selections:

Dos Equis Beer

L.A. Cetto Chardonnay

L.A. Cetto Petite Sirah

Lime Strawberry Margarita On the Rocks

Tequila Flight: Tequila Blanco, Reposado and Anejo

Morocco, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Kefta Pocket (Ground Seasoned Beef in a Pita Pocket)

Merguez Sausage (Beef and Lamb Sausage with Grilled Peppers and Onions)

Baklava

Beverage Selections:

Casa Beer

Amazigh Red

Sangria

Mimosa Royale

New Zealand, Introduced: 1997

Culinary Offerings:

Seared Sea Scallop with Kumara Red Curry Puree and Apple Radish Salad

Lamb Meatball with Spicy Tomato Chutney

Beverage Selections:

Kim Crawford Pinot Grigio

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc

Kim Crawford Un-Oaked Chardonnay

Kim Crawford Pinot Noir

Poland, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Kielbasa & Potato Pierogie with Caramelized Onions and Sour Cream

Zapiekanki-Toasted Mushroom, Caramelized Onion and Cheese Bread with House Made Ketchup

Beverage Selections:

Chandon Carneros Chardonnay

Tyskie

Belvedere® Frozen Lemon Apple “Tea”

Scandinavia, Introduced: 2011

Culinary Offerings:

Taste of Scandinavia: Cured Salmon, Herring and Shrimp Salad

Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberries

Rice Pudding with Driscoll’s® Only The Finest Berries™

Beverage Selections:

Iron Horse Fairytale Cuvee

Xanté

Xanté Sunshine

Singapore, Introduced: 2005

Culinary Offerings:

Beef Rendang with Jasmine Rice

Seared Mahi Mahi with Jasmine Rice and “Singa” Sauce

Beverage Selections:

Tiger Beer

Marqués de Cáceres Satinela

Singapore Sling

South Africa, Introduced: 1997

Culinary Offerings:

Seared Filet of Beef with Smashed Sweet Potatoes and Braai Sauce

Spinach and Paneer Cheese Pocket

Beverage Selections:

Fairview Sauvignon Blanc

Fairview Pinotage

South Korea, Introduced: 2010

Culinary Offerings:

Lettuce Wrap with Roast Pork and Kimchi Slaw

Mung Bean Pancake with Shrimp and Kimchi Sauce

Beverage Selections:

Bohae Black Raspberry Wine-Bokbunjajoo

Chung Ha Soju Fruit Slushy

Chung Ha Soju

Terra, Introduced: 2012 <– New!

Culinary Offerings:

Trick’n Chick’n Curry with Basmati Rice featuring Gardein Chick’n Breast

Chili Colorado with House Made Chips & Cashew Cheese, featuring Gardein Beefless Tips

Chocolate Cake with Passion Fruit Sorbet and Coconut Foam

Beverage Selections:

Paul Dolan Sauvignon Blanc

Paul Dolan Pinot Nior

Silk® Berry Smoothie

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2012-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-marketplace-booths-and-menus/

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Mmmmmm!!

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From WDW Magic...

Smash Mouth and winner of 'The Voice' join this year's Eat to the Beat Concert Series

Jul 30, 2012

Smash Mouth, Blues Traveler, Dennis DeYoung and Javier Colon, winner of 'The Voice', join this year's Eat to the Beat Concert Series as part of Epcot's International Food and Wine Festival.

The concerts are included with regular park admission, with shows times of 5:30pm, 6:45pm, and 8pm. The performer line-up is subject to change.

Here is the full line-up.

9/28-9/30/12 Night Ranger

10/1-10/3/12 Sugar Ray

10/4-10/7/12 STARSHIP starring Mickey Thomas

10/8-10/10/12 Boyz II Men

10/11-10/12/12 Smash Mouth

10/13-10/14/12 Javier Colon, winner of "The Voice"

10/15-10/17/12 Air Supply

10/18-10/19/12 Gin Blossoms

10/20-10/21/12 Survivor

10/22-10/23/12 Hanson

10/24-10/25/12 The Pointer Sisters

10/26-10/28/12 Sister Hazel

10/29-10/31/12 Billy Ocean

11/1-11/2/12 38 Special

11/3-11/4/12 Howard Jones LIVE

11/5-11/6/12 Blues Traveler

11/7-11/8/12 Dennis DeYoung, original member of STYX

11/9-11/12/12 Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

http://www.wdwmagic.com/Events/International-Food-and-Wine-Festival/News/30Jul2012-Smash-Mouth-and-winner-of-%27The-Voice%27-join-this-year%27s-Eat-to-the-Beat-Concert-Series.htm

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Greece, Introduced: 1996

Culinary Offerings:

Greek Salad with Pita Bread

Griddled Greek Cheese with Pistachios and Honey

Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki

Spanakopita

Dannon® Oikos® Greek Yogurt Cups

Beverage Selections:

Domaine Skouras Moscofilero

Domaine Skouras St. George

Sigalas Assytiko

Alpha Axia Syrah

You need a Spankula to make this dish!!!! :rofl2:

[mouseketab.....Carol 1,261]

Cool, they have rearranged the bands around some!!! We always seem to see the same groups every year because we go the same time every year. WooHoo!!

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

Special events have been confirmed as well. Those requiring reservations can be booked starting August 14th. Links to more info on the WDW website...

Overview

Special Festival Experiences

Premium Events & Experiences

Sweet Events & Experiences

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From Beers and Ears...

The Beer of Epcot International Food and Wine Festival 2012

August 3rd, 2012 by Scott In Walt Disney World Beer Reviews

After trying all the beers at Food and Wine, your table may look something like this.

The menus are out and the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Beer List is updated (along with a brand new app). Let’s chat about what’s on the list. Last year I wrote a huge article detailing every beer at every location. This year I’m going to cut it down a bit and talk about the changes; a lot of the beers, especially at booths like Mexico and China, have the same exact boring selection.

The majority of Brewer’s Collection is the same as last year and half of the beers come from Biergarten and the other Germany locations serving beer. The BraufactuM beers are gone this year and in their place are Berliner Kindl Dark and Schöfferhofer Grapefruit. I’m having trouble matching Disney’s “Berliner Kindl Dark” to an actual beer brewed by Berliner Kindl. Perhaps they mean the Berliner Kindl Bock Dunkel? Schöfferhofer Grapefruit is a hefeweizen that Jenn has already expressed interest in trying.

Hops and Barley is still the home of Samuel Adams, but Angry Orchard is also making an appearance this year. Blackberry Witbier was removed in order to make room for the hard cider. The Festival Beer this year is Samuel Adams Chocolate Bock, replacing last year’s Boston Ale. Samuel Adams Octoberfest isn’t specifically listed this year; the ever so vague Samuel Adams Seasonal is listed instead. However, Octoberfest is the fall seasonal and should be there.

Right near Hops and Barley is the new Florida Local booth. Florida Beer Company will have a presence here with its Florida Lager and Key West Southernmost Wheat. Both are new to the festival, however Key West Southernmost Wheat can be found at Cabana Bar and Beach Club at the Dolphin.

The Belgium booth retains its three beers from last year and adds Leffe Brune, a Belgian Dark Ale.

Canada is not listing any Unibroue beers at their booth; however, last year Disney brought three out of Le Cellier to serve during the festival. They may show up at random, so keep an eye out.

Hawai’i is still serving Kona beers, but they replaced Longboard with Kona Big Wave Golden Ale. Pipeline Porter will also be available at the booth.

Last but certainly not least, the Craft Beer Collection has a few changes to its selection. Instead of Blue Moon, a Blue Moon Seasonal will be available. Florida Beer Company makes another appearance here with Devil’s Triangle, an IPA that seems to be brand new! Widmer is sending over one of their Rotator IPAs, a Spiced IPA, instead of their Hefeweizen. Craft Beer Collection will have three IPAs this year (Full Sail IPA is the third), as opposed to only one last year. Along with Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, the booth has a much hoppier selection.

Assuming it will be similar to last year, tasting pours will cost $2.75 – $3.25 and full size cups will cost $5.00 – $7.00 or so. A beer flight may also be available with three tasting pours for $8.00.

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  The Lack of Beer Seminars at the 2011 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
  
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  The Beer of Epcot International Food and Wine Festival 2011
  
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  Announcing the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Beer List iPhone App!
  
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  Brewer’s Collection Booth at Epcot’s 2011 Food & Wine Festival
  
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  Craft Beers Booth at Food & Wine….and Kona Pipeline Porter
  

http://beersandears.net/2012/08/the-beer-of-epcot-international-food-and-wine-festival-2012/

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

From Beers and Ears...

Announcing the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Beer List iPhone App!

August 1st, 2012 by The Beers and Ears Crew In Beer Apps

We’ve been holding onto this one for a little while now; with the information for the 2012 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival finally out, we’re ready to release our second iPhone app!

If you’ve used our Walt Disney World Beer List iPhone app, the Beers and Ears Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Beer List iPhone app should be very familiar to you. With a distinctive gold icon, this app is your guide to beer at the Food and Wine Festival.

If you’ve used the Walt Disney World Beer List app’s checklist feature, those checkmarks will carry over to the Food and Wine Festival app. If you’ve tried Abita Purple Haze and marked it in the WDW Beer List app, for example, it will be checked off in the Food and Wine Festival app. Conversely, checking a beer in the Food and Wine Festival app will also mark it off in the Walt Disney World Beer List app.

For those who haven’t downloaded our Walt Disney World Beer List iPhone app yet, now is the perfect time to download both apps for a full picture of the beer landscape at Walt Disney World this fall. Use the Food and Wine Festival Beer List app while touring the festival and pull up the Walt Disney World Beer List app for your beer needs throughout the rest of the World.

The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Beer List app is free and available in the iTunes App Store today!

http://beersandears.net/2012/08/announcing-the-epcot-international-food-and-wine-festival-beer-list-iphone-app/

[PureTcrazy...rita 380]

I can't wait to get there! It's going to be fun having Linda with us to experience her first time at F & W and BATWIT 2012!

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

From MousePlanet...

DVC members can book weekday events (Monday through Thursday) four days before the general public, and will get a discount on top of that. Members will need to book their Food & Wine Festival events through Member Services to get their discounts (for all sessions) and early booking opportunities (weekdays).

http://www.mouseplanet.com/10077/Walt_Disney_World_Resort_Update

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

From AllEars. Follow the link for more photos...

Taste Your Way around the World! The 2012 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

by AllEars® Senior Editor Debra Marti Koma

So, here it is, the beginning of August -- how did that happen? As the summer winds down (to my dismay), it's nice to know that the chefs at Walt Disney World are already prepping for my favorite time on their special events calendar -- the annual Epcot International Food and Wine Festival.

Many details for the festival have been released over the past few days, a sure sign that this annual event, the 17th, is just around the corner. In fact, it starts in just under 60 days, on September 28, and runs through November 12 -- 46 days this year. (Turns out that last day is Veteran's Day -- so why not take advantage of an extra day off?)

In anticipation of the coming reservations "D-Day" (7 a.m. on Tuesday, August 14), Marianne Hunnel, the event's content development manager, recently took time from her rapidly dwindling countdown to talk with me about this year's Festival. I also attended a "sneak preview" of the Festival, hosted by Tables in Wonderland, this past Saturday, during which I was able to sample some of the new tastes that will be introduced at this year's International Marketplaces. I know this is all a lot to digest (if you'll pardon the pun), but bear with me -- if you love the Festival as much as I do, it's all info you'll want to know!

Hunnel notes that last year's theme, "A Passport to a World of Flavors," has evolved into this year's "Taste Your Way around the World."

"We like that travel element," she admits. "Last year's passport got you here, and this year we think we're taking you to some more adventuresome places."

I like adventure! So just what do Marianne and her team of event planners have planned for us? For starters, there will be two new International Marketplaces included in World Showcase -- one featuring the fresh cuisine of Florida, the other an all-new vegan outlet dubbed "Terra."

It's this latter addition that is creating a buzz among the Food and Wine Festival regulars I've been talking to. Terra (Latin for "earth") will highlight products from the Gardein line of vegan foods, as well as beverages that also use no animal products.

"We have heard from lots of guests over the years who were looking for vegetarian and vegan options at the marketplaces," Hunnel explains. "There were some items in previous years that were vegetarian, but we have gone to great lengths to make sure that everything in the Terra marketplace is vegan -- that is, animal products were not used to produce these items in any way."

The Terra marketplace will offer two savory vegan dishes, both specially created for the festival: Trick'n Chick'n Curry with Basmati Rice featuring Gardein Chick'n Breast, and Chili Colorado with House Made Chips & Cashew Cheese, featuring Gardein Beefless Tips.

The Chili was presented as an appetizer at the Tables in Wonderland event, paired with a vegan wine, Paul Dolan Pinot Noir.

I guess it's hard to see from this photo, but when I tell you that no one at my table could believe that the "meat" in the dish was not really beef, I am not exaggerating. Some even thought they detected a bit of "fat" as they chewed. The texture and flavor were nearly indistinguishable from the real thing.

And speaking as someone who is not ordinarily a fan of pinot, I found the wine (which I'm told is from a sustainable, organic vineyard in Mendocino County) to be an excellent pairing, offsetting the spiciness of the chili perfectly. [An aside: If being vegan means not using any animal products, how can a wine, which is essentially just grapes, NOT be vegan? Some wines use materials known as "fining agents" to fine, or clarify, the wine. They remove materials that might otherwise stay in suspension in the wine, and in some cases can alter the flavor or color. These fining agents may be derived from animal products, such as gelatin, albumen (egg white) and casein (milk protein). Wines that use these types of fining agent are therefore not vegan. The Paul Dolan wines ARE.]

This experience left me really eager to try the other savory item, the Trick’n Chick’n Curry with Basmati Rice -- here's Disney's photo of it:

The booth will also have a Chocolate Cake with Passion Fruit Sorbet and Coconut Foam that sounds fabulous, and a Berry Smoothie, made with Silk, the almond milk.

The other new marketplace, Florida Local, "focuses on the fresh and exciting things the state of Florida has to share," says Hunnel.

It was also well-represented at the preview, as both of its menu items featured as part of the buffet reception. The colorful Florida Shrimp Ceviche with Fire Roasted Vegetables, Fried Plantains and Cilantro was a treat for both the eyes and the tastebuds. Fresh, plump shrimp were tossed with a very rich red sauce, accented by the aromatic cilantro -- definitely a WIN! as I have scrawled in my notes.

I'm not quite as enthusiastic about the other Florida Local item, White Corn Arepa with Mangalitsa Pork Rilette and Zellwood Sweet Corn Salad. Two bites of the dry, heavy corn cake stuffed with a rather bland, stringy pork filling was enough for me, I'm sorry to say.

The Florida Local marketplace will also offer some locally produced beverages, including Florida Beer Company's Florida Lager and Key West Southernmost Wheat, as well as Florida Orange Grove Key Limen wine. Yes, a lime-flavored wine, which Hunnel says is very refreshing, and pairs perfectly with the shrimp. It's also great with a splash of club soda as a wine spritzer, she notes. I didn't get to sample it at the Tables in Wonderland preview, but I might give it a try come September.

Other new food items that will be debuting at the International Marketplaces that I had the chance to sample at the preview:

-- Lamb Meatballs with Spicy Tomato Chutney -- These tasty morsels are a great replacement for the popular lamb slider the New Zealand marketplace has been featuring the past few years. They have that whole spicy/tangy/sweet/savory thing going on and I think that everyone is going to literally "eat them up!"

-- Seared Mahi Mahi with Jasmine Rice and "Singa" Sauce -- I guess this is an improvement over the Shrimp Cake that last year's Singapore booth featured. But still, my piece of this usually succulent white fish was dry, oversalted and chewy. The jasmine rice was outstanding, however.

-- "Le Cellier" Wild Mushroom Beef Filet Mignon with Truffle Butter Sauce -- This is something new for the Canada marketplace, taking the spot of the perennial favorite, Maple-Glazed Salmon. To me, there's no contest -- the beef is better. Tender and juicy, with just the right hint of truffle -- not overpowering at all.

-- Yogurt Panna Cotta with Orange Cake, Raspberries and Pomegranate, Lemon Custard Verrine with Blueberry Compote, and Dark Chocolate Mousse with Chili and Salted Caramel -- This mini dessert trio represented the three new items that will be offered at the Desserts and Champagne marketplace. Of the three, the Yogurt Panna Cotta was my favorite -- light, creamy, and not too sweet, with just a hint of orange and luscious red raspberries on top. My only complaint was that the bottom of the dessert cup was so narrow I couldn't dig my spoon into it to get at much of the orangy cake goodness.

The Lemon Custard Verrine was also good, but VERY intense. I heard some complaints from the other diners around me that they had too much blueberry and not enough custard, but in my case, I had plenty of lemon -- in fact, the dessert didn't just whisper "lemon" to you, it SHOUTED it, in all caps!

As for the chocolate mousse -- well, I must admit I was a little disappointed. Everyone around me was raving about it, and marveling at the little kick the chili gave it, but for me it tasted just like an ordinary chocolate mousse. Which is to say that it was delicious, but not unusually so. Maybe I didn't get enough spice in my portion? All the more reason for me to try it again during the actual festival!

There are a few other little tweaks to the food around the marketplaces -- the Black Pepper Shrimp are going to be replaced by Mongolian Beef with Chinese Steamed Bun at the China booth, the Mussels at the Belgium kiosk will be prepared slightly differently -- but the majority of the items are returning unchanged.

So what about other NEW offerings at the festival? Here are what I feel are the highlights:

-- Some of the biggest news surrounding the festival this year is the implementation of a three-tiered pricing structure for the popular Party for the Senses tasting offered most Saturday evenings during the event. For years one of the biggest complaints about this eating extravaganza has been the shortage of seating -- diners are expected to graze on their tapas-sized dishes without a designated place to sit, and are forced to float from table to table, noshing and conversing with strangers. The ensuing juggling act -- plate, wine glass, napkin, utensils -- has resulted in many disgruntled diners.

The festival tried to address that issue by introducing the Wine View Lounge a few years ago -- it's an exclusive area within the World Showcase venue that guarantees you your own table, along with a number of other amenities, all at an additional fee. This year, the Party takes that one step further and is offering a mid-range tier that guarantees you a seat in a special area, without all the bells and whistles of the Wine View Lounge. Pricing for the Party events is now: General Admission $145/person + tax; Reserved Seating $170/person + tax; Wine View Lounge $270/person + tax.

-- One of the most enticing new offerings, to me at least, is the introduction of Marketplace VIP Access Chef Tours. Held on Wednesday mornings at 10:30, you'll get the chance to wander around World Showcase for two hours before it officially opens to guests with a chef, visiting five marketplaces and sampling their food and beverages. "What a great opportunity for the chefs to share their stories and insights with their guests," says Hunnel. "You generally wouldn't get this kind of experience, so we're really excited to be able to offer it."

-- Remember last year's cranberry bog, situated in Future World as you approached World Showcase Plaza? It's returning, but more than that, there's also going to be a watermelon patch! Sponsored by The National Watermelon Promotion Board, the patch will have actual live watermelon plants where you can learn about growing them and get tips from affable TV personality Mr. Food ("Oooh, it's so good!")

-- From the Bean to the Bar Hosted by Ghirardelli Chocolate Company -- "We've been wanting to do something like this for many years," Hunnel notes. "This is going to be located in the back of the Festival Center -- Walt Disney Imagineering is helping us create a space that will be perfect for this decadent chocolate experience!"

According to Hunnel, guests will have the chance to not only sample gourmet chocolates, but will be able to DRINK it -- the exhibit will be featuring a drinking chocolate that's like a liquid candy bar. There will also be chocolate sculptures created by Disney pastry chefs and informative displays on about the food's origins. From the Bean to the Bar will be open daily from 9 a.m. through park close.

-- Wine Sampling in the Wine Shop -- This is something I've often wondered why they DIDN'T have! Now, you can visit the Festival Center Wine Shop for daily wine samples provided by participating beverages companies. Open daily at 11 a.m., and 1, 3 and 5 p.m.

Now that I've told you what's new, I want to fill you in on who and what are returning.

"It's such an honor for us that these people choose to be a part of our festival," Hunnel notes. "They could go to any festival in the country, but they come to ours. And for many of them, it's a sort of homecoming -- so many of them have been coming here for years."

Among those returning celebrity chefs is a veritable "Who's Who?" of personalities you might find currently on your television, on the Food Network, Bravo or even the Travel Channel: Keegan Gerhard, Robert Irvine, Andrew Zimmern, Bryan Voltaggio, Art Smith, Cat Cora, and Buddy Valastro (the Cake Boss, who this year will be expanding his repertoire from sweets to savory, presenting at a Kitchen Memories session).

Other returning offerings are the wildly popular Mixology sessions, presented every evening at the Festival Center at 6 p.m. A certified Mixologist talks about a specific spirit, then shows you how to mix it up into three lively cocktails -- a presentation that is practical AND potable, not to mention highly entertaining and a bargain at $16.

Last year, the festival tried an experiment with its signature dinners, and offered, instead of wine dinner, a BEER dinner. Apparently that was so popular it is returning, presented again by Chef Jens Dahlmann (below), this year on November 9.

What's missing this year? Well, most notably there will NOT be a First Bites Reception the night before the official start of the festival. There also will not be a Party for the Senses tasting on the first or last Saturday of the festival. Bummer.

Hunnel also notes that they've retired the "Authors without Borders" program, which allowed guests to visit with cookbook and other authors, and have instead increased the number of Authentic Tastes they'll be offering. "These will be presented by people responsible for finding this special ingredients," Hunnel explains. "Ingredients like oils, mustards, vanilla, sugars, different gingers... you'll have the chance to get know more about these ingredients."

The beloved French Regional Lunches at Bistro de Paris are on hiatus this year, also, due to the renovations that will be taking place at that location. Instead Italian Regional Food and Wine Luncheons will be held at the new Tutto Gusto in the Italy pavilion. They'll be Wednesdays and Saturdays from noon to 2 p.m. and will be $75 per person. (Also due to the work at the Bistro, the super-fun Grand Marnier tasting is relocated to the Festival Center this year. So glad that's not going away altogether!)

As the August 14 reservations date nears, Hunnel admits that she's starting to get anxious. "Everything starts to resonate now," she laughs. "It's like a Broadway opening, and the ticket sales are like our review, our report card. Did we do good? Are guests interested in what we're offering?"

"We want to make sure our guests are happy," Hunnel adds. "We listen to what our guests say, and I think that's one of the reasons we're so successful. I think our guests' expectations are so much higher here, than they are at other similar festivals, because people know we also offer the Disney experience."

I know that's part of the draw for me -- not just the amazing culinary delights I know await me, but that they will be presented with the quality and care I've come to expect from Disney. That's why I've already set the alarm on my iPhone for 6:45 a.m. EDT on August 14 -- I don't want to miss the chance to make my reservations!

What looks good to you? What will you be booking this year, as you Taste Your Way around the World?

http://land.allears.net/blogs/allearsteam/2012/08/taste_your_way_around_the_worl_1.html

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

From the Disney Food Blog...

2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Culinary Demos and Beverage Seminar Details

Aug 9th, 2012 by AJ.

We’re excited to finally share the 2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Culinary and Beverage Seminars and Demonstrations details! Note that these are not yet official until Disney announces them, so they are subject to change.

Buddy Valastro at a 2011 Culinary Demonstration

After a long wait (and just in time!), the details on the low-cost seminars and demos that make up the meat of the Epcot Food and Wine Festival are available.

Click through to our Culinary and Beverage Seminars and Demonstrations page to see links to the Culinary, Beverage, and Mixology events.

Seminars and demos are priced between $9-14 this year, and feature chefs and beverage companies that are at the top of their game. Check the details to find your favorites, like Warren Brown, Robert Irvine, Cat Cora, and more!

Booking

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.

Discounted pricing is available Tables in Wonderland members, Annual Passholders, and DVC members at $12/$9. This applies only to culinary demonstrations, beverage seminars, and mixology demonstrations taking place Monday-Thursday throughout the Festival.

As always, check out all of our in-depth 2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival coverage on our Epcot Food and Wine Festival page!

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2012/08/09/2012-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-culinary-demos-and-beverage-seminar-details/#more-63317

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

From the Disney Food Blog. Love to catch this one of these years!

follow the link for more photos...

2012 Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic Menus, Meet the Chefs, Special Rates

Aug 8th, 2012 by AJ.

As you know, the Walt Disney World The Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic is back this year with seminars, tastings, sweets, and beverages! And scroll down to see some special rate codes from Disney Food Blog for this year’s classic…

The Third Annual Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic will take place Friday, October 12, and Saturday, October 13, 2012, from 5:30 – 9:00 pm at the Swan and Dolphin Resorts in Walt Disney World. These resorts are just a short walk from Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, which means this is a great way to supplement your 2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival trip!

Food and wine lovers can immerse themselves in this culinary festival while strolling the Crescent Lake causeway. Savor culinary delights from the resort’s award winning restaurants and lounges while listening to live music.

With 17 restaurants and lounges, the Swan and Dolphin resorts have a nationally-recognized culinary team that can’t wait to show off their talents! I had a chance to go to the event last year, and I can highly recommend it.

Tasting Booth Menus

Choose selections from over 30 stations that showcase food and drinks from Shula’s Steak House, Il Mulino New York Trattoria, and Todd English’s bluezoo, among other great Swan and Dolphin restaurants.

Also select from your favorite beverages, including wine, sake, beer, and cocktails. If you love wine, vintages will be offered from around the world. With over 70 certified wine sommeliers and more than 1,400 wine selections, this beverage team has a lot of knowledge to share!

Shula’s Steakhouse

Friday and Saturday: Carved Prime Rib with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Shula's Carved Prime Rib, Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Cib’s Smoke Shop

Friday: Texas Style Beef Brisket, Fried Pickles, Brioche Puree

Saturday: Smoked Pork Belly, Garlic Toast, Baked Bean Foam

Beef Brisket

cibs smoked pork belly

Todd English’s bluezoo

Friday: “Shrimp Cocktail” Steamrollers

Saturday: Pan Seared “Shrimp n Grits”, Seared Local Shrimp, Anson Mills Cheese Grits (I’ve had the shrimp and grits from bluezoo, and they’re well worth the trip!)

bluezoo shrimp cocktail steamrooler-Heirloom Beet Salad

Shrimp and Grits, Todd English's bluezoo

Low Country Jumbo Shrimp and Grits at bluezoo (restaurant dish)

Cabana Bar and Beach Club

Friday: Pork Carnitas – Braised Pork, Sofrito, Pita, Pico de Gallo, Iceberg Lettuce

Saturday: Blackened Fish Taco, Cabbage, Pico de Gallo, Cilantro

cabana pork carnitas

Fish Taco Cabana Bar

Laurent Branlard – Pastries and Desserts

Friday & Saturday:

• Macaroon — Fresh raspberry and mandarin cream macaroons
  
• Intense Dark Chocolate Cake — Flourless Sponge, Concha Mousse
  
• Lemon S’mores — Graham cracker sable, lemon peel chocolate cream, lemon hazelnut crunch, lemon whipped cream
  Exotic and Vanilla Cream Dome — Coconut dacquoise
  
• Carrot Cake Verinne — Orange mousse, caramel sauce, soaked carrot cake, vanilla whipped cream , carrot meringue
  
• Paris Brest — Crunchy pate a chou, praline cream, milk chocolate disk
  

Macaroons

Intense Dark Chocolate Cake

The Fountain

Friday and Saturday: Falafel: Chickpea Fritter, Tahini, Traditional Garnish

fountain falafel

Il Mulino New York Trattoria

Friday: Free Form “Lasagna”, Herbed ricotta, fresh pasta ribbons, seasonal organic vegetables, mushrooms, pecorino

Saturday: Fried Calamari, Spicy Marinara

Freeform Lasagna Il Mulino

Calamari, Il Mulino

Fresh Mediterranean Market

Friday and Saturday: Custom blended mini Burger, Cheddar Cheese Roll, Truffle Aioli, Caramelized Onions

Fresh Mediterranean Mini-Burger

Garden Grove

Friday and Saturday: Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Sliders, Iceberg lettuce, Old Bay Aioli, Sesame Rolls

garden grove jumbo lump crab cake slider

Kimonos

Friday: Dragon Roll: Crispy Shrimp, Tuna, Avocado

Saturday: Spicy Yellow Fin Tuna, Nori, Seasoned Rice

Kimonos Dragon Roll

Beverages

Quench your thirst with drink choices such as Wine Tastings, Beer, Sake, and Wine! Wine Tastings will include bottles from Washington, Oregon, California, Chile, Argentina, Spain, France, Italy, New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa. For sake choose from Ty Ku Black and Ty Ku Silver.

Special Rates From Disney Food Blog

The best part? DFB has special rate codes for you for this year’s Classic! Booking a room at the Swan or Dolphin means you won’t have to worry about getting “home” after the event.

Plus, you’ll be able to easily walk into Epcot to enjoy the Food and Wine Festival during your stay! Rates start at $285 per night for two people, and include access to the Food & Wine Classic.

Call 888-828-8850 for reservations and ask for one of the following rate codes for these packages!

Package 1 – One night stay, plus causeway tickets for two! Ask for rate code DFBFWCL1.

Package 2 – One night stay, plus causeway tickets and seminar tickets for two! Ask for rate code DFBFWSM1.

Package 3 – Two nights stay, plus causeway tickets for two for both nights. Ask for rate code DFBFWCL2.

Package 4 -Two nights stay, plus causeway tickets for two for both nights AND seminar tickets for two! Ask for rate code DFBFWSM2.

What do we love about staying at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin? The close proximity to Epcot is extremely convenient. In fact, you can walk or boat to two Disney theme parks – Epcot AND Disney’s Hollywood Studios. And just like Disney-owned hotel guests, you’ll also have exclusive access to theme park Extra Magic Hours and Disney Transportation.

Tickets

If you choose not to purchase a package, you can purchase your causeway tickets for this 2012 event for $80 per person, inclusive.

A La Carte Tickets

And here’s another great option for guests with limited time and/or light appetites! A La Carte tickets will be available for purchase at the event. At $2 each, these tickets are perfect for those with a lighter appetite and for young children. Offerings range from two to four tickets per item!

The event includes an incredible causeway full of delicious goodies (you can check out menus and celebrity chef appearances!), plus informative and fun seminars (I loved the Mixology one last year — stay tuned for a review).

Meet the Chefs

Todd English

Todd English is a celebrity chef, author, entrepreneur, and television personality based in Boston. He is best known for his restaurant, Olives, located in both Boston and Las Vegas and his TV cooking show, Food Trip with Todd English, on PBS.

Michael Mina

Michael Mina (born in Cairo, Egypt) is an award-winning American celebrity chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author. He is the executive chef at his two namesake restaurants in San Francisco and Las Vegas.

Robert Ciborowski

Robert Ciborowski brings a wealth of experience in the food and beverage industry to his position as the executive chef for the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort. He honed his culinary skills at some of the world’s finest restaurants and hotels including The French Laundry, Atlantis Resort and The Ritz-Carlton.

Christopher Windus

Chef Chris Windus is the executive chef at Todd English’s bluezoo at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort. He leads his team in serving coastal cuisine at English’s first venture in Orlando, Florida. Windus joined bluezoo in 2003 as the assistant chef.

Laurent Branlard

Laurent Branlard is the executive pastry chef for the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort. A native of France, Branlard is a highly accomplished pastry chef who holds the distinction as the only two-time winner of the World Pastry Team Championship. He holds the distinction of being named one the Top Pastry Chefs in America.

Be sure to make your way to the 2012 Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic this year!! I can’t wait to hear what you think!

(And don’t forget to check out our other posts about the 2010 and 2011 Food and Wine Classic!)

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2012/08/08/2012-swan-and-dolphin-food-wine-classic-menus-meet-the-chefs-special-rates/

[CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547]

So looking forward to F&W! Our first time. Thanks for all the great info.

[Roller ... aka Ed 351]

I am going to get fat...ter

We're only catching the last 3 days (4 if I get my way), so by day 4 (5) I figure we should be in a pretty intense food coma.

It's going to take you until Thanksgiving just to be able to eat again.

I was planning on my two 5K runs to help work off the damage from F&W - but after looking at the Menus, I don't think that's going to help.