2008 Schedule
of Performers:
|
ARTIST |
Song |
DATES |
| Big Bad Voodoo Daddy - NEW! |
"You & Me & The Bottle Makes 3 Tonight (Baby)" |
9/26 - 9/27 |
| Sheena Easton |
"Morning Train (Nine to Five)" |
9/28 - 9/30 |
| Starship starring Mickey Thomas |
"We Built This City" |
10/1 - 10/4 |
| En Vogue- NEW!
|
"Hold On" |
10/5 - 10/7 |
| Johnny Lang - NEW! |
"Lie To Me" |
10/8 - 10/9 |
| Peabo Bryson - NEW! |
"If Ever You're In My Arms Again" |
10/10 - 10/12 |
| Sister Hazel - NEW! |
"All For You" |
10/13 - 10/14 |
| David Sanborn |
"Lesley Ann" |
10/15 - 10/16 |
| Jon Secada |
"Just Another Day" |
10/17 - 10/18 |
| Spyro Gyra - NEW! |
"Morning Dance" |
10/19 - 10/21 |
| Otis Day & the Knights |
"Shout" |
10/22 - 10/23 |
| Exposé |
"Point of No Return" |
10/24 - 10/26 |
| Kool & The Gang |
"Celebration" |
10/27 - 10/28 |
| Boyz II Men - NEW! |
"End Of The Road" |
10/29 - 10/30 |
| Atlanta Rhythm Section - NEW! |
"So Into You" |
10/31 - 11/2 |
| David Cassidy |
"I Think I Love You" |
11/3 - 11/5 |
| Night Ranger - NEW! |
"Sister Christian" |
11/6 - 11/7 |
| Los Lobos - NEW!
|
"La Bamba" |
11/8 - 11/9 |

2008 Culinary Programs PDF
Special Programs & Events:
Reservations for these
events open at 7:00 am EST on August 25, 2008
Bocuse d'Or Grand Gala
Dine in high fashion and mingle with some
of the most respected and high-profile chefs, personalities, and
professionals in America at this grand gala and awards ceremony for the
culmination of the Bocuse d'Or USA competition at Epcot.
Features: Reception with cocktails, champagne, and fine wines, Three-course
dinner, Dessert walk-about, and Live entertainment
Location: World Showplace Pavilion
Date: September 27,2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Cost: $450 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission
not required.
Call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378) for
reservations.
Celebrating Greece
A sumptuous feast diligently crafted by
regional Chefs with tremendous talent. Features Chef Pano Karatassos of Kyma
Restaurant in Atlanta, GA and Chef Piero Premoli of Pricci Restaurant in
Atlanta, GA.
Features: Welcome reception, Four course meal, Modern Greek wines, Live
Greek Music
Location: World Showplace Pavilion
Date: October 22, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Cost: $160 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission is
not required.
Call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378) for
reservations.
Champagne Brunch
Enjoy an exquisite champagne brunch
hosted by Christian Dior. During the meal enjoy a lecture by Mr. Demarchy,
Master Perfumer of Christian Dior Perfumes.
Features: Three-course Champagne Brunch including Château d'Yquem with
dessert
Location: Bistro de Paris, France
Pavilion
Date: October 14, 2008
Time: TBA
Cost: $150 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission is
not required.
Call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378) for
reservations.
Cheese Tastings
This is exceptional opportunity to learn
more about cheese is hosted by the Artisanal Premium Cheese Center. Learn
from the expert "fromagers" from the Artisanal Premium Cheese Center in New
York City and other accomplished experts in the cheese industry today.
Features: Presentation, Cheese Tasting
Location: Wonders of Life Festival Center
Dates: Every Saturday, September 26 - November 9, 2008
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm
Cost: $70 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission
required.
|
Date |
Country Showcased |
Fromager |
Winery/Brewery |
|
9/27/08 |
France |
Max McCalman |
Bordeaux Wine Council |
|
10/04/08 |
USA |
Waldemar Albrecht |
Rogue Ales |
|
10/11/08 |
Italy |
Max McCalman |
Masi |
|
10/18/08 |
Spain |
Waldemar Albrecht |
Marques de Riscal |
|
10/25/08 |
England |
Erin Hedley |
Cockburn |
|
11/01/08 |
Italy |
Waldemar Albrecht |
Mezzacorona |
|
11/08/08 |
France |
Max McCalman |
W.J. Deustsch & Sons |
Call 407/WDW-FEST
(939-3378) for reservations.
City Tastes
A brand new casual dining experience to
discover, taste, and enjoy regional food & beverage from global cities. This
new program for the 2008 festival combines local tastes prepared chefs,
wineries, and breweries from a featured region into a walk-about event.
Features: Walk-about tasting, Live entertainment
Location: World Showplace Pavilion
Dates: October 17, 24, 31, and November 7, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Cost: $95 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission
required.
|
Date |
Featured Region |
|
10/17/08 |
Victoria, Australia |
|
10/24/08 |
Spain |
|
10/31/08 |
Italy |
|
11/07/08 |
Louisiana |
Call 407/WDW-FEST
(939-3378) for reservations.
The Cook, The Book and The Bottle
This event combines an acclaimed cookbook
author preparing a delicious lunch and a notable wine principal presenting
an accompanying wine to create a very memorable experience!
Features: Three-course meal, Autographed cook book, Commemorative bottle of
wine.
Location: Wonders of Life Festival Center
Dates: Every Friday, September 26 - November 9, 2008
Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Cost: $150 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission
required.
|
Date |
Author |
Cookbook |
Winery |
|
9/26/08 |
Chef Bob Waggoner |
Charleston Grill at Charleston
Place |
Au Bon Climat Wines |
|
10/03/08 |
Chef John Ash |
From the Earth to the Table |
Bonterra Vineyards |
|
10/10/08 |
Lori Lyn Narlock |
Small Plates, Perfect Wine |
Kendall Jackson Vineyard Estates |
|
10/17/08 |
Chef Mark Olive |
The Outback Cafe |
Yabby Lake Vineyard |
|
10/24/08 |
Chef Efisio Farris |
Sweet Myrtle and Bitter Honey |
Cantina del Gigogantinu |
|
10/31/08 |
Marimar Torres |
The Catalan County Kitchen |
Marimar Estate, Torres Family
Vineyards |
|
11/07/08 |
Andrea Immer Robinson |
Everyday Cooking with Wine |
Andrea’s Wine Selection |
Call 407/WDW-FEST
(939-3378) for reservations.
Epcot Wine Schools
Enjoy this fabulous, full-day
comprehensive program facilitated by a prestigious wine authority.
Features: Seminar, Celebratory reception, Certificate of completion
Location: Wonders of Life Festival Center
Dates: October 4, 11, 25, and November 1, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost: $125 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission is
not required.
|
Date |
Presenter |
Featured Wine Region |
|
10/04/08 |
Karen MacNeil |
Napa Valley |
|
10/11/08 |
Sharron McCarthy |
Italy |
|
10/25/08 |
Steve Olson |
Spain |
|
11/01/08 |
Robin Black |
South Africa |
Call 407/WDW-FEST
(939-3378) for reservations.
Food & Wine Pairings
These late afternoon sessions are great
opportunities to discover a marriage of regional wines with regional
cuisines from Epcot Signature restaurants. A winemaker will moderate each
session and the theme will vary as outlined below. Featured wineries and
menu selections will change daily..
Features: Three regional wines, Three tasting-size portions of featured
cuisine
Cost: $55 per person, plus tax. Gratuity
included. Theme Park admission required.
Location: Tokyo Dining, Japan Pavilion
Dates: September 29, October 6,13, 20, 27, November 3. 2008
Time: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Restaurant Marrakesh, Morocco
Pavilion
Dates: Sept 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 2008
Time: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Tutto Italia Ristorante, Italy
Pavilion
Dates: September 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 2008
Time: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378) for
reservations.
French Regional Lunches
This new event offers Guests a unique
lunch showcasing regional French vineyards. To add extra class, each lunch
is hosted by a distinguished member of France's wine country.
Features: Meal, Wine pairing
Location: Bistro de Paris, France
Pavilion
Dates: Every Sunday, October 5 - November 2, 2008
Time: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Cost: $135 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission
required.
|
Date |
Featured Region |
Winery |
Host |
|
10/05/08 |
Bordeaux |
Bordeaux Wine Bureau |
Robin Kelly O'Connor |
|
10/12/08 |
Loire Valley |
Jean Sauvion |
Jorge Hernandez |
|
10/19/08 |
Burgundy |
Maison Louis Jadot |
Marc Dupin |
|
10/26/08 |
Alsace |
Pierre Sparr |
Evan Goldstein |
|
11/02/08 |
Beaujolais |
Georges DeBoeuf |
Mike Aitken |
Call 407/WDW-FEST
(939-3378) for reservations.
Kitchen Conversations
This event brings Guests face to face
with a celebrated Chef who will talk about their success in the industry
while demonstrating their culinary skill.
Features: Cooking demonstration, Sample tasting, Autographed cookbook.
Location: Wonders of Life Festival Center
Cost: $75 per person, plus tax. Gratuity
included. Theme Park admission required.
Dates: October 2, 9, 16, 23, November 6, 2008
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Date: October 18, 2008
Time: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
|
Date |
Chef |
Winery/Brewery |
Cookbook |
|
10/02/08 |
Tory McPhail |
Abita Beer |
Commander's Wild Side |
|
10/09/08 |
Ming Tsai |
Francis Ford Coppola |
Simply Ming |
|
10/16/08 |
Robert Irvine |
Caymus Vineyards |
Mission: Cook! |
|
10/18/08 |
Jamie Deen |
Yering Station |
The Deen Brothers Y'All Come Eat |
|
10/23/08 |
Chef Jeff Henderson |
Benziger Family Winery |
Chef Jeff Cooks |
|
11/06/08 |
Chef Todd English |
Figge Cellars |
The Figs Table |
Call 407/WDW-FEST
(939-3378) for reservations.
Masters Class
This event offers Guests three unique
experiences: sampling world class sparkling wines, learning how to sample
wine like a Master Sommelier, or learning how to blend wines.
Features: Seminar, Wine tasting
Location: Wonders of Life Festival Center
Dates: October 19, 26, November 8, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Cost: $95 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission
required.
|
Date |
Topic |
Host |
|
10/19/08 |
Comparing the styles of Champagne |
Office of Champagne, USA |
|
10/26/08 |
Taste Wine Like a Master |
John Blazon |
|
11/08/08 |
Franciscan Magnificat and Cuvée
Sauvage Blending |
Fred Dame & Tony Dalton |
Call 407/WDW-FEST
(939-3378) for reservations.
Party for the Senses
Feast on this tribute to the sensory
arts! Begin your evening with a reserved seat at the Eat to the Beat concert
series at the America Gardens Theatre. Following the show, World ShowPlace
becomes the setting for an amazing evening showcasing the talents of more
than 25 eminent chefs and over 25 wineries and breweries.
Features: Tasting stations, Imaginative décor and exciting atmosphere
Location: World ShowPlace Pavilion
Dates: Every Saturday, October 4 - November 9, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Cost: $135 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission
required.
Call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378) for
reservations.
Signature Dinners
A Host Chef teams with a Celebrity Chef
in preparing this once-in-a-lifetime dining event.
Features: Five course meal with wine pairings
Location: Victoria & Albert's, Grand
Floridian Resort &Spa
Date: November 2, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm -9:00 pm
Cost: $375 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included.
Location: Todd English's bluezoo, Walt
Disney World Dolphin
Dates: November 7, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm -9:00 pm
Cost: $185 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included.
|
Date |
Host Chef |
Celebrity Chef |
Winery |
|
11/02/08 |
Scott Hunnel |
Zach Bell |
Chateau Pontet Canet |
|
11/07/08 |
Christopher Windus |
Todd English |
Ruffino Winery |
Call 407/WDW-FEST
(939-3378) for reservations.
Sweet Sundays
A decedent demonstration of three
desserts performed by a Celebrity Pasty Chef.
Features: Sampling of each dessert, Breakfast buffet, sparkling wine.
Location: Wonders of Life Festival Center
Dates: Every Sunday, September 26 - November 9, 2008
Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Cost: $75 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission
required.
|
Date |
Celebrity Chef |
Featured Restaurant/Catering |
|
9/28/08 |
Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito |
Baked--Brooklyn, NY |
|
10/05/08 |
Richard Capizzi |
Per Se--New York, NY |
|
10/12/08 |
Alice Medrich |
NA (Author of Pure Dessert ) |
|
10/19/08 |
Emily Luchetti |
Farallon Restaurant -- San
Francisco, CA |
|
10/26/08 |
Geraldine Randlesome |
Creative Cutters--Ontario, Canada |
|
11/02/08 |
Gale Gand |
Gale's Coffee Bar--Chicago, IL |
|
11/09/08 |
Warren Brown and Mary Meyers |
CakeLove--Washington, DC |
Call 407/WDW-FEST
(939-3378) for reservations.
Vertical Wine Tastings
This event provides a rare opportunity
for wine connoisseurs to taste 10 vintages from exceptional growers. A
leading authority in the wine world will host each tasting to ensure an
exquisite experience.
Features: Wine tasting
Location: Wonders of Life Festival Center
Dates: October 5 & 12, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Cost: $155 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission is
not required.
Dates: November 2 & 9, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Cost: $195 per person, plus tax. Gratuity included. Theme Park admission is
not required.
|
Date |
Host |
Winery |
Region |
|
10/05/08 |
Eric Hemer and Tony Dalton |
Franciscan Magnificat |
Napa Valley |
|
10/12/08 |
Bartholomew Broadbent |
Château Musar |
Lebanon |
|
11/02/08 |
Alfred Tesseron |
Château Pontet Canet |
Bordeaux |
|
11/09/08 |
Tim Clark |
Stag's Leap and Faye Vineyards |
California |
Call 407/WDW-FEST
(939-3378) for reservations.
Experiences & Exhibits:
Festival Welcome
Center
Visit the hub for all Festival information, featuring the Festival Wine
Shop, a champagne and Wine Bar, the Official Book Signing location for
celebrity chefs and authors, and the Festival Merchandise Shop with
marvelous merchandise and more!
Location:
Wonders of Life Festival
Center
Dates: September 26 - November 9, 2008
Times:
9:00 am to 8:00 pm
The Greek Island
Wine Bar
Sample over 12 Greek wines for sale by the glass.
Location: Adjacent to Greek Marketplace
Kiosk
Dates: October 16 - 26, 2008
Times: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
The History of Beer in America
Learn the history of beer in the New World and the awesome art and science
of brewing.
Location: American Adventure Pavilion
Dates: September 26 - November 9, 2008
Times: 12:30 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 4:15
pm, 5:15 pm, and 6:30 pm.
The Pearville Fair
Visit this slice of Americana where pears have center stage. Like many
traditional county fairs, this one celebrates one of the most important
crops from the great Northwest. This event, hosted by USA Pears, presents
the variety, flavor, diversity and nutritional importance of pears in a
series of activities that are designed to engage and enlighten guests of all
ages.
Location: American Adventure Pavilion
Courtyard
Dates: September 26 - November 9, 2008
Times: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Taste of Puglia,
Italy
Learn how Apulian chefs craft their specialties during this special event.
Location: Italy Pavillion
Dates: October 23 - November 2, 2008
Times: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Activities for
Children
:
Living with the Land
Embark on a boat ride through a tropical greenhouse featuring bananas,
jackfruits and dragon fruits, then sail by huge pumpkins and melons. Check
out the fish farm and spiral-shaped lettuce-growing systems, and see
thousands of tomatoes growing on world-record-producing tomato "trees"!
Behind the Seeds Greenhouse Tour
Bring the
entire family for a backstage tour of The Land greenhouses and fish farm.
Sample a greenhouse vegetable, release lady bugs, and feed the fish, too!
Get close-up views of giant fruits, good bugs, and alligators — and take
home ideas for growing your own gardens!
Call 407/WDW-TOUR
for reservations.
Kidcot
Children are encouraged to tour the promenade and visit all 11 locations
where they will find a special chef's mask that they may personalize.
2008
Food & Wine Marketplaces:
Appetizer-sized portions from $2.00-$5.00.
Athens,
Greece Kiosk
Offerings include Greek Salad and Spanakopita
Barcelona, Spain Kiosk
Offerings include Cold Tomato and Garlic Soup, and Seared Tuna Loin with
Roasted Red Peppers
Bologna, Italy Kiosk
Offerings include Baked Ziti, and Mascarpone Cream Puff with Gianduja
Chocolate
Boston, USA / Hops & Barley Kiosk
Offerings include Boston Crab Cake, and New England Lobster Roll
Buenos Aires, Argentina Kiosk
Offerings include Beef & Corn Casserole, and Grilled Beef with Chimichurri
Cape Town, South Africa Kiosk
Offerings include Durban Spiced Chicken, and Bobotie with Mango Chutney
Cork, Ireland Kiosk
Offerings include Potato Leek Soup with an Irish Cheddar Cheese Stick, and
Irish Cheese Selection with Apple Chutney and Brown Bread
Great Beers of the World Kiosk
Offerings TBA
Istanbul, Turkey Kiosk
Offerings include Manti with Yogurt Sauce, and Baklava
Krakow , Poland Kiosk
Offerings include Creamy Wild Mushroom Soup, and Keilbasa with Potato
Pierogies
Louisiana, USA Kiosk
Offerings include Crawfish Etoufée, Seafood Gumbo, and Praline Bread Pudding
Lyon, France Kiosk
Offerings include Escargot Persillade en Brioche, Quiche Provençal, and
Crème Brulée au Chocolat
Marrakesh, Morocco Kiosk
Offerings include Kefta, and Spicy Chicken Roll
Melbourne, Australia Kiosk
Offerings include Barramundi Fish, and Grilled Lamb Chops
Mexico City, Mexico Kiosk
Offerings include Chilaquiles, and Quesadilla con Chorizo
Montreal, Canada Kiosk
Offerings include Cheddar Cheese Soup, Maple Glazed Salmon, and Maple
Custard with Almond Crumble
Munich, Germany Kiosk
Offerings include Spaetzle with Creamy Mushroom Ragout, and Apple Strudel
New Delhi, India Kiosk
Offerings include Samosa with Tamarind Sauce, and Mango Mousse
Reims, France / Champagne Kiosk
Offerings include Selection of Moët & Chandon Champagnes, and French
Chocolates
San Francisco, USA Kiosk
Offerings include Seared Beef Medallion with Cheese Polenta, and California
Strawberry Shortcake
San Juan, Puerto Rico Kiosk
Offerings include Mofungo with Shrimp Salsa, and Brazo Gitano
Santiago, Chile Kiosk
Offerings include Empanada, and Dulce de Leche
The European Cheesemonger Kiosk
Offerings include a selection of Dutch, Spanish and Italian Cheese
Tokyo, Japan Kiosk
Offerings include California Sushi Roll, and Spicy Tuna Roll
Vienna, Austria Kiosk
Offerings include Tafelspitz, and Beef Goulash
Wellington, New Zealand Kiosk
Offerings include Lamb Slider, and Kiwi Meringue Tart
Please Note: All event details are subject to change without notice. Always call in advance to confirm or check upon arrival.