Epcot Food and Wine Festival Guide

This weekend or family had the chance to head out to the Food and Wine festival at Disney’s Epcot! This festival is home to food, music, and so much more! This was my second time visiting this year and my first with the kids. I wanted to share the amazing experience with the kids now that they are more adventurous with food! Let me share some Food and Wine festival tops and information with you so you can make the most of your trip.

Food and Wine tips and tricks

We did receive four tickets to experience food and wine. However, all opinions are 100% our own.

**All diet specific information is pulled from the Epcot food guide and is not my personal opinion. Please always refer to the chefs in each location for further questions and safety information regarding your specific food needs.

I will not be sharing the alcoholic options here as our family does not drink for personal reasons. However, there is still so much to experience if you are not one to drink alcohol.

 

Epcot Food and Wine food booths

An event like food and wine may feel off-limits to you if you have food allergies but it doesn’t have to. Disney has a variety of menu options for multiple dining needs. However, it is important to point out that these booths could have a rush of cross-contamination. Depending on the severity of your food allergies, your options may be limited to table service options that can better career to your specific needs.

How many food booth options are there at food and wine at Epcot

There are over 40 booths with different flavors and themes throughout all of Epcot. You can find something to fit almost every flavor profile and craving you might have during the day!

How many gluten-free options are at food and wine

There are 13 Gluten-Free options and here are a few of those:

Spice-Crusted Verlasso Salmon – Active Eats
Fruit and Nut Energy Snack – Active Eats
Liquid Nitro Chocolate Almond Truffle – The Chocolate Studio
Passion Fruit Cheesecake – Hawaii
Grilled Sweet and Spicy Bushberry Shrimp  Australia
Roasted Lamb Chop with Sweet Potato Puree – Australia
Deconstructed Pavlova with Pastry Cream – Australia
Jerk-Spiced Chicken – Islands of the Caribbean
Madras Red Curry – India
Seafood Salad – Spain
Crispy Pork Belly with Black Beans – Brazil
Pao De Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread – Brazil
Creme Brule – France
Le Cellier Wild Mushroom Beef Filet Mignon – Canada

Print your Gluten Free Options at Food and Wine Printable Food Guide

How many vegetarian options are at food and wine?

There are over 30 vegetarian options at the Food and Wine festival this year. Disney is working to be more inclusive of those loving a plant-based life. There are a few options at the festival that work for a vegetarian eater. I know that my personal favorite is the madras curry. Here are a few of them:

Sweet Corn Fritter – The Donut Box
Strawberry-dusted Yeast Donut Holes – The Donut Box
The Impossible Burger Slider – Earth Eats
Impossible Cottage Pie – Earth Eats
Fruit and Nut Energy Snack – Active Eats
Black Pepper Boursin Souffle – The Cheese Studio
Maple Bourbon Cheesecake – The Cheese Studio
Butternut Squash Ravioli – The Wine & Dine Studio
Trio of Artisan Cheese – The Wine & Dine Studio
Passion Fruit Cheesecake – Hawaii
Banana Almond Soft-Serve Sundae – Shimmering Sips
Cheesecake Trio – Shimmering Sips
Dole Whip Pineapple Soft Serve – Refreshment Port
Deconstructed Pavlova – Australia
Quesito – Islands of the Caribbean
Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese – The Alps
Blueberry and Almond Frangipane Tart – The Alps
Warm Indian Bread – India
Madras Red Curry – India
Spicy Kenyan Vegan Githeri – Africa
Apple Streudel – Brewer’s Collection
Frangipane Peach Tart – Sommerfest
Spicy Hummus Fries – Moroco
Chocolate Baklava – Moroco
Golden Malted Belgian Waffle with Warm Chocolate – Belgium
Pao de Queijo – Brazil
Fondue Savoyarde – France
Creme Brulee – France
Warm Irish Cheddar Cheese and Stout Dip – Ireland
Warm Chocolate Pudding – Ireland

Print your Vegetarian Options at Food and Wine Printable Food Guide

How many kids friendly options are at food and wine?

This will carry based on your child. That said, I will list a few of the options I think kids are most likely to migrate to as comfort food. If you’re concerned about children not eating from the booths each country has some great options in their quick service and table service restaurants.

Here are a few of the kid-friendly options noted in the festival guide:

Strawberry-dusted Yeast Donut Holes – The Donut Box
Strawberry Smoothie – The Donut Box
Loaded Mac N Cheese – Active Eats
Fruit and Nut Energy Snack – Active Eats
Dark Chocolate Raspberry Tart – The Chocolate Studio
Twinings Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea and Chocolate Shake – The Chocolate Studio
Braised Beef Stroganoff – The Cheese Studio
Butternut Squash Ravioli – The Wine & Dine Studio
Kalua Pork Slider – Hawaii
Passion Fruit Cheesecake – Hawaii
Banana Almond Soft-serve Sundae – Shimmering Sips
Shimmering Strawberry Soft-serve – Shimmering Sips

Dole Whip Pineapple Soft-serve – Refreshment Port
Deconstructed Pavlova – Australia
Marinated Chicken – Thailand
Ropa Vieja Empanada – Islands of the Caribbean
Quesito – Islands of the Caribbean
Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese – The Alps
Blueberry and Almond Frangipane Tart – The Alps
Chicken Dumplings – China
Warm Indian Bread – India
Mango Lassi – India
No Worries Panna Cotta – Refreshment Outpost
Schinkennudeln – Germany
Roast Bratwurst – Germany
Apple Strudel – Germany
Frangipane Peach Tart – Sommerfest
Pollo – Italy
Chocolate Hazelnut Cake – Italy
Freshly Baked Carrot Cake – Hops & Barley
Teriyaki Chicken Bun – Japan
Golden Malted Belgian Waffle with Warm Chocolate Ganache – Belgium
Golden Malted Belgian Waffle with Berry Compote – Belgium
Pao de Queijo – Brazil
Creme Brulee – France
Caramel Apple Popcorn – Appleseed Orchard
Frozen Apple Pie – Appleseed Orchard

What are the serving sizes like at food and wine?

These are meant to be light bites instead of a full meal. Keep that in mind as you plan your day.  With most items in the five to ten dollar range, it might be best to pick a few to try if you are hoping to fill up.

What were our favorites?

The lump crab cake was a big hit with the kids and my husband. My daughter is actually not a fan of seafood at all and she LOVED this!

The Canadian Cheddar and Bacon Soup in Canada was a fast hit with the kids and will be my husband’s absolute favorite! The portion size was larger and they said the pretzel roll was a perfect companion for this soup!

The Impossible Cottage Pie was my favorite! It was so packed with flavor and free of allergens that would otherwise mean I couldn’t eat it. I loved that it was so packed with flavor and it was a decent portion size as well. I was full afterwards for sure!

Fun at Food and Wine festival

Are you looking for fun things to do at the food and wine festival while you eat around the world? Epcot has added in some fantastic experiences you don’t want to miss out on.

Disney du jour dance party

Head to Future World for a Disney dance party with a DJ seven days a week. This is a great option for kids to get their wiggles out listening to some of their favorite Disney tunes. You will be joined on the dance floor by Remy and Emile as well which adds a special element of fun to the experience!

Even better, on Fridays and Saturdays, there are live performances. Find more information about those here:

Upcoming Performers

October 4 through October 5, 2019
Avenue Beat (Delight)

October 11 through October 12, 2019
Sky Katz (Like This, Disney Channel’s Raven’s Home)

October 18 through October 19, 2019
JAGMAC (Like a Band)

November 1 through November 2, 2019
AJ Mitchell (All My Friends)

November 8 through November 9, 2019
Kylie Cantrall (That’s What I’m Talkin’ Bout, Disney Channel’s Gabby Duran & The Unsittables)

November 15 through November 16, 2019
Erin Bowman (Good Time Good Life)

November 22 through November 23, 2019
Tegan Marie (Horses)

Please check back (insert Disney link here) for information on additional dates and performers.

Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt

Are you looking for a way to keep yourself or your kids entertained as you eat around the world? It’s time for a scavenger hunt with Remy. Find Remy in multiple locations and see which food item he is holding.
Fill in all of your stickers for a special surprise from Remy to be picked up at Disney Traders. This year’s surprise is a choice of 4 cups.

At $6.99 for the scavenger hunt, this is a great way to get a low-cost souvenir. If you don’t find time to finish the scavenger hunt, don’t get upset. You can still trade your map in for a cup of your choice.

Where can you buy the guide and stickers? 

Pin Central

Port of Entry

World Traveler at International Gateway

Emiles Fromage Bromage

Do you love cheese? You can purchase a special experience. As you travel around the world showcase you can try cheeses served in inventive ways!

Fromage Montage Locations and Menu Items

Earth Eats
IMPOSSIBLE™ Cottage Pie: IMPOSSIBLE™ Ground Meat with Carrots, Mushrooms, and Peas topped with Mashed Cauliflower, White Beans and Mozzarella (V)

The Cheese Studio
Black Pepper Boursin® Soufflé with Fig Marmalade (V)

The Alps
Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese with Baby Potatoes, Cornichons and Baguette (V) (KA)

Germany
Schinkennudeln: Pasta Gratin with Ham, Onions and Cheese (KA)

Brazil
Pão de Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread (GF) (V) (KA)

Shimmering Sips
Exclusive Fromage Montage Complimentary Cheesecake

Important Information

Must purchase 5 Emile’s Fromage Montage menu items to redeem for complimentary cheesecake.

One item per fully-stamped Festival Passport, while supplies last.

Candy sushi making

Who said you can’t make your own sushi? With the candy sushi making course you can make a sweet twist on sushi for only $10. Talk about a fun diy treat!

Event Details

Sunshine Seasons at the Land pavilion in Epcot

Daily at 3:30 PM and 5:30 PM

$10 for Guests of all ages

Reservations are not required, but highly recommended

Book online or by calling (407) 939-3378

Guests under 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call

Children under age 7 must be accompanied by an adult

Theme park admission is required and not included

Event is subject to change or cancellation without notice

Candy provided by Mars Wrigley Confectionary.

Eat to the beat

Round out a day of food and fun with a concert at The America Gardens Theatre. Plan to get in line early to avoid missing the performance you’re hoping to see.

General Event Details

Where: America Gardens Theatre at World Showcase, Epcot

When: Daily from August 29 through November 19, 2019

Showtimes – Sundays to Thursdays: 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM and 8:00 PM

Showtimes – Fridays and Saturdays: 6:30 PM, 7:45 PM and 9:00 PM

2019 Schedule

Sugar Ray
September 30 through October 2

Taylor Dayne
October 3 through 4

INDIA – NEW!
October 5 through 6

98°
October 7 through 9

Boyce Avenue – NEW!
October 10 through 11

Southern Avenue – NEW!
October 12 through 13

Kenny G
October 14 through 15

38 Special
October 16 through 17

Baha Men
October 18 through 20

Billy Ocean
October 21 through 22

Sheila E.
October 23 through 25

High Valley
October 26 through 27

Hanson
October 28 through 30

Sheena Easton
October 31 through November 1

Kris Allen – NEW!
November 2 through 3

Boyz II Men
November 4 through 6

The Hooters
November 7 through 8

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
November 9 through 11

Joey Fatone and Friends, featuring Chris Kirkpatrick and Ryan Cabrera – NEW!
November 12 through 14

BBMak – NEW!
November 15 through 16

Spanish Harlem Orchestra – NEW!
November 17 through 18

DCappella – NEW!
November 19

Want to guarantee your seats? Try the eat to the beat meal package for a special meal and a guaranteed concert seat.

Dine on fare from around the world! Breakfast packages include one (1) buffet or family-style dining meal (where applicable). Lunch or dinner packages include an appetizer, entrée and dessert—or one (1) full buffet or family-style dining (where applicable)—along with a non-alcoholic beverage. Each package also includes one (1) same-day guaranteed seat to the Eat to the Beat Concert.

PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS

Biergarten Restaurant
Germany Pavilion
Lunch: $55 for adults; $31 for kids
Dinner: $55 for adults; $31 for kids

Chefs de France
France Pavilion
Lunch: $60.99 for adults; $16.99 for kids
Dinner: $69.99 for adults; $21.99 for kids

Coral Reef Restaurant
The Seas Pavilion
Lunch: $69 for adults; $22 for kids
Dinner: $69 for adults; $22 for kids

The Garden Grill Restaurant
The Land Pavilion
Breakfast: $49 for adults; $30 for kids
Lunch: $63 for adults; $38 for kids
Dinner: $63 for adults; $38 for kids

La Hacienda de San Angel
Mexico Pavilion
Dinner: $82 for adults; $23 for kids

Nine Dragons Restaurant
China Pavilion
Lunch: $52 for adults; $16.99 for kids
Dinner: $59.95 for adults; $18.50 for kids

Restaurant Marrakesh
Morocco Pavilion
Lunch: $52 for adults; $19 for kids
Dinner: $63 for adults; $19 for kids

Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room
United Kingdom Pavilion
Lunch: $57 for adults; $22 for kids
Dinner: $57 for adults; $22 for kids

San Angel Inn Restaurante
Mexico Pavilion
Lunch: $60 for adults; $20 for kids
Dinner: $75 for adults; $23 for kids

Spice Road Table
Morocco Pavilion
Lunch: $52 for adults; $19 for kids
Dinner: $63 for adults; $19 for kids

Teppan Edo
Japan Pavilion
Lunch: $68 for adults; $19.25 for kids
Dinner: $78 for adults; $22 for kids

Tokyo Dining
Japan Pavilion
Lunch: $68 for adults; $19.25 for kids
Dinner: $78 for adults; $22 for kids

Tutto Italia Ristorante
Italy Pavilion
Lunch: $64 for adults; $22 for kids
Dinner: $70 for adults; $25 for kids

Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria
Italy Pavilion
Lunch: $54 for adults; $20 for kids
Dinner: $57 for adults; $24 for kids

What about the merchandise?

Apple seed orchard

The Alps marketplace

Food and Wine Festival Mom Disclaimer

I strongly recommend either avoiding the weekends or leaving before it gets later in the night. As people get more intoxicated, the park has a very different feel and definitely isn’t kid-friendly. During our time there during the evening, we saw a lot that should not have been happening and people were behaving very inappropriately.

Frozen Ever After Sparkling Dessert Party

This is an option you will need to book well in advance and you will be paying extra for. The Frozen Ever After Dessert Party is held certain nights. Prices are $79 for an adult (ages 10 and up) and $47 per child (ages 3 to 9), including tax and gratuity.

With the dessert party, you will get access to a plethora of delicious desserts and a special viewing location for the fireworks show! It’s definitely not to be missed if you want a relaxing way to enjoy treats and the fireworks without worrying about the crowds.

What if you have food allergies at the dessert party?

Speak to the chef and they will bring you out a selection of treats and drinks that you can enjoy alongside friends and family.

 

The chocolate cherry cake has a very strong cherry flavor and it is a bit dryer but it does have good flavor and will satisfy your chocolate craving for sure!

I’ll be honest. I did not like this even a little. I’m not sure if it was a texture issue? I just didn’t love it at all.

The Key Lime Blueberry dessert was AMAZING! Seriously, the flavors were perfection and I absolutely loved it! It was a welcome treat!