Celebrating its 13th year, the 2008 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival's theme is
"Cities in Wonderland ."
September 26 - November 9, 2008
The theme for 2008 is "Cities in Wonderland" and will feature cuisine from "foodie" cities such as Cork, Ireland; Shanghai, China; Cape Town, South Africa' Bologna, Italy; Mexico City, Tokyo and Marrakesh, Morrocco
Your Epcot admission is all that’s needed to participate in this popular venue.
The Festival Welcome Center features a Wine Shop where you can purchase your favorite selection as well as other event souvenirs.
There are marketplaces featuring food, wine and beer The appetizer sized portions usually range in price from 2.00 - $5.00 and provide the perfect opportunity to try the traditional cuisine from around the world.
This year's International Food and Wine Festival will play host to seminars, tasting events and sumptuous dinners overseen by top Disney Chefs as well as renowned guest Chefs.
Over the course of the Festival, there will be 1200 beer and wine seminars scheduled with complimentary samples.
2008 Food & Wine Festival Marketplaces
Prices of the menu samples usually range from $2.00 - $5.00
Athens, Greece – Greek Salad, Spanakopita
Barcelona, Spain: Cold Tomato and Garlic Soup, Seared Tuna Loin with Roasted Red Peppers
Bolonga, Italy: Baked Ziti, Mascarpone Cream Puff with Gianduja Chocolate
Boston – Hops & Barley: Boston Crab Cake, New England Lobster Roll
Buenos Aires, Argentina: Beef & Corn Casserole, Grilled Beef with Chimichurri
Cape Town, South Africa: Durban Spiced Chicken, Bobotie with Mango Chutney
Cork, Ireland: Potato Leek Soup with an Irish Cheddar Cheese Stick, Irish Cheese
Selection with Apple Chutney and Brown Bread
European Cheesemonger: Selection of Dutch, Spanish and Italian Cheese
Great Beers
Istanbul, Turkey: Manti with Yogurt Sauce, Baklava
Krakow , Poland: Creamy Wild Mushroom Soup, Keilbasa with Potato Pierogies
Louisiana, USA: Crawfish Etoufée, Seafood Gumbo and Praline Bread Pudding
Lyon, France: Escargot Persillade en Brioche, Quiche Provençal, Crème Brulée au Chocolat
Marrakesh, Morocco: Kefta, Spicy Chicken Roll
Melbourne, Australia: Barramundi Fish, Grilled Lamb Chops
Mexico City, Mexico: Chilaquiles, Quesadilla con Chorizo
Montreal, Canada: Cheddar Cheese Soup, Maple Glazed Salmon, Maple Custard with Almond Crumble
Munich, Germany: Spaetzle with Creamy Mushroom Ragout, Apple Strudel
New Delhi, India: Samosa with Tamarind Sauce, Mango Mousse
Reims – Champagne: Selection of Moët & Chandon Champagnes, French Chocolates
San Francisco, USA: Seared Beef Medallion with Cheese Polenta, California Strawberry Shortcake
San Juan, Puerto Rico: Mofungo with Shrimp Salsa, Brazo Gitano
Santiago, Chile: Empanada, Dulce de Leche
Tokyo, Japan: California Sushi Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll
Vienna, Austria: Tafelspitz, Beef Goulash
Wellington, New Zealand: Lamb Slider, Kiwi Meringue Tart
Eat to the Beat Concert Series - 2008
As with all Disney events, themed entertainment is part of the festivities. Visitors to the Food and Wine Festival can “Eat to the Beat!”
The following line-up of performers is scheduled for the 2008"Eat to the Beat" Concert Series:
09/26 - 09/27 - Big Bad Voo Doo Daddy
09/28 - 09/30 - Sheena Easton
10/01 - 10/04 - Starship starring Mickey Thomas
10/05 - 10/07 - En Vogue
10/08 - 10/09 - Johnny Lang
10/10 - 10/12 - Peabo Bryson
10/13 - 10/14 - Sister Hazel
10/15 - 10/16 - David Sanborn
10/17 - 10/18 - Jon Secada
10/19 - 10/21 - Spyro Gyra
10/22 - 10/23 - Otis Day & The Knights
10/24 - 10/26 - Exposé
10/27 - 10/28 - Kool & The Gang
10/29 - 10/30 - Boyz II Men
10/31 - 11/02 - Atlanta Rhythm Section
11/03 - 11/05 - David Cassidy
11/06 - 11/07 - Night Ranger
11/08 - 11/09 - Los Lobos
Performances are at 5:45, 7:15 and 8:30 at the American Gardens Theater.
THE SPECIAL DINING EVENTS CAN BE BOOKED ON AUGUST 25 STARTING AT 7:00AM
THE NUMBER TO CALL IS 1-407-WDW-FEST
IMPORTANT: ALL BOOKINGS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE
(These are dining/wine events which are an additional fee)
Bocuse d'Or Grand Gala
Champagne Brunch hosted by Christian Dior
City Tastes
Cheese Tastings
Masters Class
French Regional Lunch Series
Kitchen Conversations
Party for the Senses
The Cook, the Book and the Bottle
Sweet Sundays
Vertical Wine Tasting
Food & Wine Pairings
Signature Dinners
Regional Feasts
Epcot Wine Schools
Magical Trip Planner has a special offer for you. Bring home a taste of the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival in a complimentary insulated wine carrier.
Just book your new Magic Your Way Package with dining and check-in September 26 - November 9, 2008 with Magical Trip Planner. We will send your free high quality wine bag with your final travel documents. One free wine carrier per reservation. New bookings only. Book by September 15, 2008 to qualify.
See what we can do for you!