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Well to be honest, they have actually moved it waaaaay earlier the last few years. I remember back in 1999ish timeframe we were there the week before Thanksgiving and the F&W Festival was still going on. It didn't start till mid-October back then. I'm guessing starting 8 or 9 years ago, they creeped the schedule forward to it's current timeframe.

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Press release from Disney with some news on the 2013 Epcot Food and Wine Festival...

 

Sip, Savor, Repeat! Fresh Global Tastes Tempt the Palate at 18th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 27-Nov. 11 Scotland Marketplace Debuts, Brazil Flavors Return for Encore

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Disney guests can sip and savor fresh flavors from six continents during the 18th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 27-Nov. 11, 2013 at Walt Disney World Resort.

 

Disney chefs will debut the authentic tastes of Scotland at the celebrated 46-day festival known for innovative food, wine, beer, cocktails, music and entertainment.  The sizzling aromas of more than 25 ethnic and specialized marketplaces including Africa, Brazil and Florida Local will tempt guests strolling the World Showcase Promenade.  Celebrity chefs like Warren Brown and Jamie Deen will bring culinary cachet to special festival events and demonstrations.

 

Festival planners will present a delectable menu of premium programming, plus daily wine tastings and mixology seminars.  Nightly Eat to the Beat concerts will keep the party rockin’, and five bands will make their festival debut this year.  In Future World, the iconic Ocean Spray Cranberry Bog will return for a third year to introduce families to the cranberry’s rich agricultural heritage.

 

Fresh for 2013:

New marketplace debuts; favorites return -Traditional flavors with a twist will pair with beers, meads and Scotch at the new Scotland Marketplace designed by Walt Disney Imagineering.  Scottish officials were so impressed with the hit Disney film, “Brave,” that they contacted festival planners about participating in this year’s festival.  The Brazil Marketplace returns by popular demand with an exciting new menu following a one-year hiatus.  Hawai’i is back with its flavorful Kalua Pork Slider, and Terra, which debuted last year, returns with vegan favorite Trick’n Chicken Curry.

 

Fan favorites rock the house at Eat to the Beat! Concerts – “We Got the Beat” with the Go-Go’s (Sept. 30-Oct. 1) and four other musical acts are set to make first appearances at Eat to the Beat nightly concerts.  Also new to the festival stage: Edwin McCain (Oct. 10-11), The Manhattan Transfer (Oct. 12-13), Spin Doctors (Oct. 31-Nov. 1), and Christopher Cross (Nov. 2-3) Nineteen bands are slated, with STARSHIP starring Mickey Thomas kicking off the concert series Sept. 27-29.  Returning fan favorites include The Pointer Sisters, Smash Mouth, Boyz II Men, Sister Hazel, Air Supply, Hanson and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.

 

Celebrity chefs cook and dish - Renowned chefs like Warren Brown, Paula DaSilva, Gale Gand, Jamie Deen, Robert Irvine, Dean Max, Rock Harper, Jeff Henderson, Art Smith, Buddy Valastro, Allen Susser, “Cake Boy” Eric Lanlard, Duskie Estes and John Stewart, Donald Link, Bryan Voltaggio and Emily Ellyn share their talents during culinary demos and premium events.

 

Festival Welcome Center buzzes with activities – Guests can make the most of complimentary Authentic Taste seminars.  Culinary demonstrations and wine seminars feature new tastes and sips for a nominal fee.

 

Reserved culinary events draw foodies — Special culinary programs showcase a lineup of renowned winemakers, guest chefs and speakers like Master Sommelier Andrea Robinson as they participate in elegant dinners, luncheons, seminars and wine schools.

Other festival highlights include:

  • More than 270 chefs including Disney chefs and culinary stars from across the country
  • A complimentary Marketplace Discovery Passport to be stamped at each international marketplace visited for the perfect scrapbook souvenir.
  • Party for the Senses grand tasting events Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, and Nov. 2 featuring tempting bites from eminent chefs, more than 50 wines and beers and live entertainment.
  • Premium events including “3D” Disney’s Dessert Discovery on select Fridays, Cheese Seminars on Saturdays and Sweet Sundays on Sundays.
What’s Included with Epcot Admission:

Authentic Taste seminars, Ocean Spray Cranberry Bog, 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 and other special wine and culinary programs require reservations and separate event admission.  Guests will be able to call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378) to make reservations after an August date is announced.  Information and reservations for select events and programs will be at www.epcotfoodfestival.com.

 

 

http://wdwnews.com/releases/2013/05/10/sip-savor-repeat-fresh-global-tastes-tempt-the-palate-at-18th-epcot-international-food-wine-festival-sept-27-nov-11-scotland-marketplace-debuts-brazil-flavors-return-for-encore/

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Wow, the Go-Gos, Hanson, Air SUpply, aww too bad, I'll be busy that day(s).

 

Lou-  Who would I contact at Disney to pitch a marketing idea?  I have a genius idea on how Disney can make a buttload of money with a product tie-in for one of the Food and Wine Weekends.

 

Keep this under your hat- because I am going to ask them to pay me for the idea . . .

 

What about a Beet Lollipop/Go-Gos' tie in?

 

"We Got the Beet!"

 

They could have a beet lollipop stand right outside of the theater.

 

Ka-ching!

 

TCD

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I wonder if they pay Disney to let them play? I can't imagine they still have fan(s)?

Strangely, I think you'd be surprised.  I think if they didn't still have loyal fans they would have really disappeared.  Then look at groups like NKOTB, 98 degrees....etc still have the occasion reunion tour?

 

By the way, Mmmmbop is the perfect "get it stuck in their heads" revenge song.

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Lou-  Who would I contact at Disney to pitch a marketing idea?  I have a genius idea on how Disney can make a buttload of money with a product tie-in for one of the Food and Wine Weekends.

 

Keep this under your hat- because I am going to ask them to pay me for the idea . . .

 

What about a Beet Lollipop/Go-Gos' tie in?

 

"We Got the Beet!"

 

They could have a beet lollipop stand right outside of the theater.

 

Ka-ching!

 

TCD

 

:rofl2:  :rofl2:

 

Strangely, I think you'd be surprised.  I think if they didn't still have loyal fans they would have really disappeared.  Then look at groups like NKOTB, 98 degrees....etc still have the occasion reunion tour?

 

By the way, Mmmmbop is the perfect "get it stuck in their heads" revenge song.

 

If you want to hear Nicki sing it, make her ride COP...  :clint:

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Lou-  Who would I contact at Disney to pitch a marketing idea?  I have a genius idea on how Disney can make a buttload of money with a product tie-in for one of the Food and Wine Weekends.

Keep this under your hat- because I am going to ask them to pay me for the idea . . .

What about a Beet Lollipop/Go-Gos' tie in?

"We Got the Beet!"

They could have a beet lollipop stand right outside of the theater.

Ka-ching!

TCD

 

Sometimes you amaze me with your........... I'll fill in the word when I come up with it.

I would contact FortWildernessGuy as he seems to have an in with Bobby.

And don't cut yourself short, give Bobby a really high figure, DIsney needs this.

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From the Disney Parks Blog...

 

This year’s Epcot International Food & Wine Festival will return to the park Sept. 27-Nov. 11, and we just received the list of performers who will participate in the Eat to the Beat concert series.

 

New acts coming this year include the Go-Go’s, Edwin McCain, The Manhattan Transfer, Wilson Phillips, Spin Doctors and Christopher Cross. There are also many returning favorites, including Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Boyz II Men.

Check out the full schedule below:

  • Sept. 27-29 – Starship starring Mickey Thomas
  • Sept. 30-Oct. 1 – Go-Go’s
  • Oct. 2-4 – Air Supply
  • Oct. 5-6 – Sister Hazel
  • Oct. 7-9 – Sugar Ray
  • Oct. 10-11 – Edwin McCain
  • Oct. 12-13 – Manhattan Transfer
  • Oct. 14-15 – Wilson Phillips
  • Oct. 16-17 – The Pointer Sisters
  • Oct. 18-20 – Night Ranger
  • Oct. 21-23 – Boyz II Men
  • Oct. 24-25 – Survivor
  • Oct. 26-27 – 38 Special
  • Oct. 28-30 – Smash Mouth
  • Oct. 31-Nov. 1 – Spin Doctors
  • Nov. 2-3 – Christopher Cross
  • Nov. 4-5 – Hanson
  • Nov. 6-8 – Dennis DeYoung
  • Nov. 9-11 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

 

 

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2013/05/the-go-gos-edwin-mccain-others-join-the-2013-eat-to-the-beat-musical-line-up/

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From the Disney Parks Blog...

 

They’re some of the hottest tickets in town, so get ready to dial at 7 a.m. on Aug. 13 when the phone lines open to book reservations for premium events for the 18th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 27-Nov. 11.

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The all-important number to keep handy: 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378). Some of the popular events sell out fast, and there are new events this year, too, during the 46-day fest. From the over-the-top Party for the Senses grand tasting experience on select Saturday nights to a new taste of Scottish cuisine, there are lots of opportunities. Price per ticket:

  • New Scotland, Land of Food And Drink (Sept. 28), $95 or $115
  • New Spirits Confidential (Nov. 1), $80 or $95
  • New Parisian Breakfast (Saturdays), $37
  • New Hibachi Experience (Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5), $120
  • “3D” Disney’s Dessert Discovery (Oct. 4, 11 and 25), $55 or $90
  • Epcot Wine Schools (Sept. 29, Oct. 27, Nov. 3), $135 per person
  • Culinary Adventures in Signature Dining (more than 25 dinners throughout the festival; prices vary)
  • Mixology Series: Taste, Shake and Indulge Like the French (Saturdays), $65
  • Kitchen Memories (Sept. 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8), from $110-$170
  • Cheese Seminars (Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9), $80
  • Party for the Senses (Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26 and Nov. 2), $145, $180 or $285
  • Food & Wine Pairings (Tuesdays, Thursdays), $55
  • Sweet Sundays (Sept. 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10), $99
  • The Discovery of Chocolate (Oct. 13 and 27), $75

Additional events include Italian and French pairings and lunches, and a Mexican tequila lunch. Guests also can book special festival experiences including daily Culinary Demonstrations ($14), Mixology Seminars ($15) and Wine, Beer or Spirit Seminars ($14). Inside-the-park festival dining experiences as well as culinary and beverage programs require park admission fees. Event updates and details will be posted on the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Facebook page in August.

 

 

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2013/06/premium-event-reservations-open-aug-13-for-this-years-epcot-international-food-wine-festival-at-walt-disney-world-resort/

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Updates from the Disney Food Blog.  Follow the article link for photos...

 

2013 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menu Selections

While we don’t have full menus, yet, we do know a few of the dishes that will be served at the festival this year! Here’s the latest so that you can start your planning! Stay tuned to our 2013 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Page for details when the full menus are announced!

We’ll start with the new and newly returning booths this year…

Scotland Booth — NEW this year!

Scottish Salmon with Cauliflower Puree, Watercress and Malt Vinaigrette With Baby Root Vegetables
 

Brazil Booth — Newly RETURNING this year

Crispy Pork Belly with Black Beans, Onions, Avocado, and Cilantro
Cerveharias Kaiser Brewery, Xingu Black Beer
Carnaval Moscato White Sparkling

 

Florida Local Booth

Florida Grass Fed Beef Slider with White Cheddar and Sweet & Hot Pickles
Florida Orange Groves Hurricane Class 5, Florida White Sangria
 

South Korea Booth

Kimchi Dog with Spicy Mustard Sauce and Kimchi

 

Terra Booth

The Vegan Vine Red Blend
 

Cheese Booth

Once Upon a Vine’s The Fairest Chardonnay

 

Craft Beers Booth

Sierra Nevada, Torpedo® Extra IPA
 

Poland Booth

Frozen Szarlotka (Frozen Polish Apple Pie) featuring Zubrowka Bison Grass Vodka
 

Canada Booth

“Le Cellier” Wild Mushroom Beef Filet Mignon with Truffle Butter Sauce (YEP!! It’s BACK!!)

 

Africa Booth

The Wolftrap Red (Syrah, Mourvèdre, Viognier)
 

New Zealand Booth

Mohua Sauvignon Blanc
 

Desserts & Champagne Booth

Chocolate Orange Cupcake
Hazelnut Chocolate Cheesecake
Morello Cherry Pistachio Mousse
Nicolas Feuillatte Rosé

 

 

 

 

 

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2013/06/25/news-select-2013-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-menu-items-announced/

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The Disney Food Blog is reporting on 15 more menu items that have been announced for the 2013 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival...

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2013/07/08/news-more-2013-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-menu-items-and-food-photos/

 

Excerpts...

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Banoffee Tart at the Scotland Booth

 

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Scotch Eggs at Scotland Booth

 

Loch Lomond Cocktail
This sharp drink is made with Scotch, Drambuie, and dry Vermouth. It will join the Rusty Nail and other beverages at the Scotland Booth this year.

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Seared Scallop Dish at Brazil Booth

 

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Seared Trout at Canada Booth

 

Brown Elephant Cocktail
This creamy concoction of Amarula cream liqueur, milk, and Coca-Cola will be an interesting addition to the Food and Wine Festival “drink-around-the-World” menu!

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Garlic Shrimp at the Australia Booth

 

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Cherry Pistachio Mousse, Orange Cupcake, and Hazelnut Cheesecake at Desserts and Champagne Booth

 

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Craisin Bread Pudding at Hops and Barley booth

 

Epcot Food and Wine Festival Singapore Booth

This year, another popular dish returns to the Festival!

Seared Mahi Mahi with Jasmine Rice and “Singa” Sauce
While this dish was available at the 2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival, guests will now find the recipe in the new 2013 Epcot Food and Wine Festival cookbook!

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Aulani Sunrise
Sporting the name of the Disney DVC property on Oahu, the Aulani Sunrise includes Ocean Vodka from Maui!

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Sparkling Pomegranate Cocktail at France Booth

 

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