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September 26 - November 9, 2008
Sample the flavors at more than 20 International marketplaces representing over 20 countries and regions. Enjoy wine and cooking demonstrations or treat yourself to one of the exclusive dining experiences available.

Entrance to the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, plus wine and beer seminars and cooking demonstrations, is included with regular admission.

Fine cuisine and wines from some of the best "foodie" cities in the world will take a bow at the 13th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 26 through Nov. 9 at Walt Disney World Resort.

Epcot guests can explore these "Cities in Wonderland" -- from trendy Cork, Ireland, to the melting pot of Cape Town, South Africa -- around the World Showcase promenade while also discovering blissful bites at international and regional marketplaces brimming with exotic flavors and comfort foods. The six-week festival will showcase tastes from countries on six continents.

More than 25 international marketplaces will serve tapas-sized portions of regional specialties at $2-to-$5 each, and recommended wines and beers make perfect pairings at each kiosk. New festival flavors explore the culinary wonders of Lyon, France; Marrakesh, Morocco; Shanghai, China; Bologna, Italy; Tokyo and Mexico City. Exhibits along the promenade also will showcase entertainment and traditional crafts of several countries.

Daily complimentary wine and beer tastings serve up sips from around the world, and culinary demonstrations dish up featured taste treats. A series of special culinary programs features a lineup of renowned winemakers, guest chefs and speakers participating in elegant dinners, luncheons, seminars and wine schools.

"We wanted to take our guests on a grand gustatory expedition," says Nora Carey, festival manager. "The cities that we'll feature are known for great dining experiences, and the 'Cities in Wonderland' theme will inspire our guests to enjoy great food and wine in a fresh new way."

The Epcot festival continues to grow dramatically, attracting a diverse audience of more than one million guests each fall -- from wine connoisseurs and epicures to neophytes wishing to boost their wine IQs. Beer aficionados can raise their steins at several tasting locations, including Germany's Biergarten, which specialize in brews from light to dark.

Musical entertainment pairs perfectly with culinary fun during the nightly Eat to the Beat! concert series featuring a varied lineup of classic rock, soul, R&B, oldies, jazz and funk hit-makers. Concerts are performed three times each evening at America Gardens Theatre along the World Showcase lagoon. New acts to appear include Kool & The Gang, Spyro Gyra, En Vogue and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. David Sanborn, Jon Secada and Otis Day and the Knights are among returning crowd-pleasing acts.

Other festival highlights include:

The Festival Welcome Center, with a Champagne and Wine Bar, complimentary wine seminars and book signings, and festival keepsakes including exclusive festival pins and an official festival cookbook.

Some 250 Disney chefs and guest chefs conducting culinary demonstrations and hosting elegant dinners and tasting events. Guest chefs are now being signed for the event; last year's lineup included Cat Cora, Alan Wong, Jeff Henderson, Roy Yamaguchi, Todd English, G. Garvin, Suvir Saran, Warren Brown and many others.

The weekly Party for the Senses grand tasting event featuring tempting tastes from eminent chefs, more than 70 wines and beers and live entertainment.

Festival guests also can enjoy new Epcot experiences including the re-launched Spaceship Earth attraction in Future World, with narration by Oscar winner Dame Judi Dench, new scenes, sets and costumes, updated Audio-Animatronics figures, plus a touch-screen interactive ride sequence.

In the World Showcase, there's a new restaurant at the Italy pavilion, Tutto Italia, with cuisine from different regions of Italy. And the Japan pavilion just introduced its new Tokyo Dining and Teppan Edo restaurants. Mexico's new tequila bar is perfect for cool sips on a warm autumn evening.

Included with Epcot Admission:
Wine and beer seminars, cooking demonstrations, special book signings at the Festival Center, Eat to the Beat! concerts, culinary and cultural exhibits, and all attractions and park entertainment are included with regular Epcot admission.

Special Programming by Reservation:
The weekly Party for the Senses grand tasting, Food and Wine Pairings at select Epcot restaurants, Regional Feasts, Epcot Wine Schools, Cheese Tastings, Sweet Sundays, and other special wine and culinary programs require reservations and separate admission.

Guests can call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378) for information and to make reservations for special events and programs.

Eat to the Beat! Concert Series:

Groove to the music as some of America's favorite artists take to the America Gardens Theatre stage for an exciting concert series.
Three shows nightly:
5:45, 7:00 & 8:15 PM

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.