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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. 2008 details to be determined.
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. 2008
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:
TBD
Additional Entertainment:
The 1960s British rock 'n' roll The British Invasion
(UK)
The gravity-defying Dragon Legend Acrobats (China)
OrisiRisi interactive drum circle and African folklore (Outpost)
The daring Chair Balancing act (France)
High-energy Celtic music of Off Kilter (Canada)
The Arabic rhythms of Mo'Rockin (Morocco)
Matsuriza traditional Taiko drummers (Japan)
Voices of Liberty (The American Adventure rotunda)
Rhythms and harmonies of Mariachi Cobre (Mexico)
Norwegian folk music of Spelmanns Gledje (Norway)
Oktoberfest Musikanten dinner show (Germany)
The laser and musical fireworks finale, "IllumiNations: Reflections of
Earth," will cap off each festival evening.
Experiences &
Exhibits:
Please check the schedule posted at each exhibit. The below details reflect
2007.
Festival Welcome Center
Innoventions West - Open daily 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Visit the hub for all Festival information, featuring wine seminars, Meet
the Winemaker sessions, the Wine Shop, marvelous merchandise and more —
including Disney Gift Cards, which you can purchase for a handy way to pay
for so much fun at the Festival!
The American Wine Adventure
Explore the regional expressions of well-known United States wine growing
areas and purchase a Vineyard Pass to taste wines.
The History of Beer in America
Learn the history of beer in the New World and the awesome art and science
of brewing.
International Beers of the World
Discover the distinctive flavors of premium ales and lagers such as Stella
Artois, Bass Ale and Beck's.
Activities for
Children:
Junior Chef Program
Children create delicious treats and savor the taste of their creations
at the Junior Chef program. Kids take the gourmet center-stage as they make
scrumptious chocolate chip cookies!
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.
2007 Food & Wine Marketplaces:
Appetizer-sized portions from $1-$4.50.
 Argentina Kiosk
Food:
Dulce de Leche
Grilled Beef with Cnimichurri Sauce
Spicy Beef Empanada
Beverage:
Bodega Norton Chardonnay
Bodega Norton Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
Bodega Norton Reserva Malbec
Bodega Norton Torrontes
Australia Kiosk
Food:
Grilled Lamb Chop with Caramelized Onions Macadamia Nut and Chocolate Bar
Shrimp on the Barbie
Beverage:
Benjamin Tawny Port
Foster's Lager
Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz - Cabernet
Rosemount Traminer Riesling
Wolf Blass President's Select Shiraz
Canada Kiosk
Food:
Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup
Maple Custard Topped with Almond Crumbs
Maple Glazed Salmon with Roasted Corn and Arugula
Beverage:
Mission Hill SLC Chardonnay
Mission Hill SLC Merlot
Mission Reserve Riesling Icewine
Champagne Kiosk
Food:
Duo of Chocolate Truffles
Beverage:
Moet & Chandon Wines
Nectar Imperial
Nectar Imperial Rose
Rose Imperial
White Star
Chile Kiosk
Food:
Mango and Strawberry Fruit Salad with Cilantro
Shrimp con Pebre Salsa
Tomatican with Manchego Cheese
Beverage:
Montes Cabernet Carmenere
Montes Leyda Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
Santa Rita Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
Santa Rita Reserva Chardonnay
China Kiosk
Food:
Caramel Ginger Ice Cream
Chicken Sha Cha
Pork Pot Stickers
Beverage:
Dragon's Hollow Chardonnay
Green Tea Plum Wine Cooler
Tsingtao Beer
Tsingtao Pure Draft Beer
Dominican Republic Kiosk
Food:
Coconut Flan
Habichuelas Rojas Guisadas
Pastelon de Plantanos Amarillos
Beverage:
Presidente Beer
Presidente Light Beer
France Kiosk
Food:
Coupe de Sorbets Champagne
Escargot Persillade en Brioche
Framboise & Chocolate Blanc
Quiche au Fromage de Chevre
Beverage:
Bernard Sparr Extrem Riesling
Bordeaux Rouge
Chateau Haut-Mondain
Hobnob Chardonnay
Red Cognac and Cranberry Cocktail
Sparkling Pomegranate Kir
Germany Kiosk
Food:
Apple Struedel
Debriziner Sausage with Saurkraut in a Pretzel Roll
Spaetzle with Creamy Mushroom Ragout
Beverage:
Beck's Beer
S.A. Prum Blue State Riesling Kabinett
S.A. Prum Essence Riesling
S.A. Prum Riesling Spatlese
Schloss Reinhartshausen Riesling
Great Beers of the World Kiosk
Food:
Pretzel and Pita Chips
Beverage:
Bass Ale
Boddingtons Ale
Hoegaarden
Leffe Blonde
Stella Artois
Greece Kiosk
Food:
Greek Salad
Karydopita (Coffee and Walnut Cake)
Spanakopita
Beverage:
Boutari Moschofilero
Boutari Naoussa
Creta Olympias Xerolithia
Tsantali Rapsani
Hops & Barley Market Kiosk
Food:
New England Crab Cake with Barley-Lentil Salad
Samuel Adams Boston Lager Glazed Chicken Drumstick
Beverage:
Samual Adams 12th Anniversary Festival Beer
Samual Adams Black Lager
Samual Adams Boston Ale
Samual Adams Boston Lager
Samual Adams Cherry Wheat
Samual Adams Cream Stout
Samual Adams Honey Porter
Samual Adams Octoberfest
Samual Adams Pale Ale
India Kiosk
Food:
Coconut India Rice Pudding
Curried Butternut Squash Soup with Paratha Bread
Samosa with Tamarind Sauce
Beverage:
Grover Vineyards Cabernet Shiraz
Grover Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc
Sula Chenin Blanc
Ireland Kiosk
Food:
Boxty with Bacon Chips and Kerrygold Garlic and Fresh Herb Butter
Chilled Potato Leek Soup with Irish Cheddar Cheese Stick
Irish Cheese Plate and Brown Bread with Apple Chutney and Kerrygold Irish
Butter
Beverage:
Bunratty Meade Honey Wine
Frozen Irish Coffee
Guinness Draught
Italy Kiosk
Food:
Insalata Caprese Salad
Lasagna Al Forno
Pizza
Zuppa Inglese
Beverage:
Braida Moscato di Asti
Cecchi Chianti Classico
Lemonata Soda
Peroni Beer
Sant'Elena Pino Grigio
Japan Kiosk
Food:
California Sushi Roll
Crispy Sukiyaki Beef Roll
Spicy Tuna Roll
Vegetable Roll
Beverage:
Bonki Sake
Kirin Ichiban Draft Beer
Ozeki Dry Sake
Takara Plum Wine
Mexico Kiosk
Food:
Chilaquiles
Quesadilla con Chorizo
Beverage:
Conga Juice
Dos Equis Beer
L.A. Cetto Chardonnay
L.A. Cetto Petite Sirah
Morocco Kiosk
Food:
Bastilla (Chicken Pie)
Kefta (Beef Pocket)
Walnut Baklava
Beverage:
Bodegas Pinord Moscatel
Casa Beer
Guerrouane Red
Mint Iced Tea
Zambra Sangria
New Zealand Kiosk
Food:
Kiwi and Custard Roll
Lamb Slider
Marinated Seafood Salad
Beverage:
Villa Maria Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot
Villa Maria Chardonnay
Villa Maria Pinot Noir
Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc
Oklahoma - Native American Kiosk
Food:
Three Sister Soup
Seared Buffalo with Scalloped Wild Onions
Beverage:
To be Announced
Peru Kiosk
Food:
Arroz con Pato (Duck with Cilantro Rice)
Lucuma Mousse with an Alfajores Cookie
Shrimp Escabeche
Beverage:
Tabernero Borgona
Tabernero Cabernet Sauvignon
Tabernero Gran Rose
Tacama Gran Tinto
Poland Kiosk
Food:
Cabbage Roll with Spiced Beef
Kielbasa and Potato Pierogies
Paczki
Beverage:
Cline Ancient Vines Zinfandel
Kasztelanski Honey Wine
Nalewka Babuni Raspberry Wine
Okocim Beer
South Africa Kiosk
Food:
Bobotie with Mango Chutney
Durban Spiced Chicken on a Skewer
Spice Cake with Marinated Fruit
Beverage:
Bored Doe (Bourdeaux blend)
Fairview Sauvignon Blanc
Goat Door Chardonnay
Goats do Roam Red
Spain Kiosk
Food:
Papas con Chorizo
Spicy Calamari Stew with Saffron Rice
Taste of Spain - Olives, Almonds, Chorizo
Beverage:
Abadia Retuerta Rivola
Abadia Retuerta Seleccion Especial
Bodegas Julian Chivete Gran Feudo Rose
Don Olegario Albarino Wine
Turkey Kiosk
Food:
Authentic Pistachio Baklava from Turkey
Manti with Yogurt Sauce
Meze (Eggplant Puree, Bostana and Turkish Black Olives with Pita Bread)
Beverage:
Efes Pilsner Beer
Kavaklidere Cankaya White
Kavaklidere Selection Beyaz White
Kavaklidere Selection Kirmizi Red
Kavaklidere Yakut Red
USA Kiosk
Food:
BBQ Pork with Cole Slaw
Maine Lobster Roll
Strawberry Shortcake
Beverage:
Beaulieu Vineyard Napa Cabernet Sauvignon
Dr. Konstantin Frank Riesling
Palmer Chardonnay
Sterling Napa Merlot
Sweet Sundays
 Indulge
your sweet tooth as celebrity pastry chefs create cakes, pastries and all
things sugary and scrumptious! Continental breakfast is included.
The Cook, the
Book and the Bottle
Observe a celebrity chef prepare a delicious three-course lunch and leave
with an autographed book and commemorative bottle of wine. A notable wine
principal presents the accompanying wine with lunch. Best of all, you get to
eat the exquisite meal!
Odyssey Kitchen Conversations
Visit with an acclaimed television personality and discover how he or she
enjoys life in — and outside — the kitchen! Culinary demonstration, tasting
and an autographed copy of the celebrity's book are included in this
delightful event.
Chefs A'
Field
Culinary Adventures That Begin on the Farm
Discover how well-known chefs bring food from the field into the kitchen,
where ingredients are magically transformed into delectable dishes! A
featured chef will bring the acclaimed PBS television series alive on stage
and prepare a three-course lunch for all to enjoy. All Guests receive a
complimentary copy of the "Chefs A' Field" book.
A Party for the
Senses - Eat, Drink and Celebrate:
 A Grand Tasting celebrating the sensory arts! An amazing event showcasing the
talents of 25 eminent chefs and over 70 wines and beers. Wander from station to
station to discover
TASTES and TEXTURES, imaginative décor, and the SIGHT of the
awe-inspiring acts direct from Cirque du Soleil®, La Nouba™. In addition, your
evening includes VIP seating at the 5:45 p.m. performance of the “Eat to the
Beat” concert series. Park admission required.
Epcot Wine Schools:
The Epcot Wine Schools consist of a day long wine education program hosted
by a prestigious wine
authority, continental breakfast, a wine pairing luncheon, and a certificate of
completion for all attendees at the end of the day.
Park admission not required.
Exquisite Evenings at Epcot:
Theme Park admission not required
Celebrity and Walt Disney World Chefs team up to prepare a stellar
five-course meal. Renowned wine professionals will present exceptional wine
from two to three different vineyards.
Park admission not
required.
Signature Dining
Series:
 This
series of dinners showcase the cuisine of our Resort Signature Restaurants.
For all dinners, the hosting restaurant will invite a guest chef to join the
resident chef to prepare a five-course meal. The wines of 2 or 3 wineries
will be presented by winery principals Each dinner has a unique theme
depending upon the date and location as indicated below.
Park admission is NOT required for any of these events.
Cheese & Wine
Pairing Workshops
This workshop is a great opportunity to learn about International and
Domestic regional cheeses and wines from the industry experts. Explore the
myths and realities that are often associated with traditional pairings.
Food & Wine Pairings:
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