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Ultimate Guide to Epcot Food and Wine Festival

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Ultimate Guide to Epcot Food and Wine Festival by GoEpicurista.com

A festival goer since 1997 offers all the insider tricks to get the most from your visit!

* The information provided has been updated to include 2018 festival news!

The Central Florida events calendar is a non-stop culinary frenzy this time of year with a plethora of food festivals, wine dinners, spirits tastings and gastronomic adventures, making the fall season the perfect time to visit Orlando. For locals, it’s a chance to give the pots and pans a break. However, if you and your wallet are not so inclined to close down the kitchen completely, the “Must Do” foodie event of the fall is Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. If you’ve been, you know what an amazing overload of flavors, sights and sounds this annual event is. If you haven’t crossed it off the list, don’t wait any longer. GO #MakeSomedayHappen.

Foodies from around the globe have flocked to the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival to sample tapas-sized dishes paired with cocktails, wine or beer from more than 30 global marketplaces since 1995. From France to Mexico, Canada to China, these kiosks allow you to experience the culture through food and indulge in the flavors of the 11 countries around the World Showcase lagoon, plus additional travel destinations, like New Zealand, Brazil and Greece, which are only here during the festival, the mix of countries varies each year. You’ll also find specialty kiosks dedicated to foodie favorites like craft beers, the artistry of wine and cheese, and chocolate (my favorite)

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Epcot Food Festival 2015 Artistry of Cheese & Wine Pavilion offers cheeses from around the world and wines on tap!

As if more than 300 dishes, wines, beers and cocktails were not enough to satisfy, you can further your culinary adventure at nearly 400 special wine tastings, culinary demos, and specialty seminars hosted by top industry experts, celebrity chefs, winemakers and sommeliers. End the day working off the calories by dancing and singing along to your favorite pop bands of yesterday and a few of today at the “Eat to the Beat” concerts. Then, simply relax and enjoy the magic of the spectacular fireworks show, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth.

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Eating and Drinking around the world with a view. 2007 Italy Pavilion Bites, Bubbly and Beer

With so much to do, eat and drink in so little time, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. As a festival goer since 1997, I have compiled my best tips to help you enjoy the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival to the max!

1. GO WITH A PLAN

Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither was Epcot, so don’t feel like you have to eat around the entire world in one day either. It’s an admirable goal, but not the wisest.

  • Buy a multi-day pass and enjoy a leisurely stroll around the world rather than a marathon against the clock. Not only will it be a more enjoyable journey, it is also more cost-effective as multi-day passes offer better savings per day.
  • Epcot opens at 9am and the global marketplaces open at 11am. Use this time to go on a few rides. Better yet, visit the Festival Welcome Center, located in the Future World, which opens at 9:00am. Pick up a map and plan your day while sipping a mimosa from the New Shimmering Sips bar. You’ll also find Craft Beers and Disney Family Wines and be able to pick up a bottle of Iron Horse Fairy Tale Cuvee at the wine shop, a fantastic bubbly made especially for WDW you will only find on Disney property.
  • Review the marketplace menus in advance and select those dishes which intrigue you the most.
  • Review the schedule for special tastings and demos, which take place at the Festival Center, and select your “Must Do” experiences. Some are complimentary and others require tickets ($17pp and up). Events featuring celebrity chefs will sell out in advance (tickets go on sale around end of July), however, while at the Festival Center, it doesn’t hurt to check for openings, last-minute additions and free book or wine bottle signings. The early bird gets the worm.
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2015 last-minute add-on to the schedule, legendary movie star and now winemaker Kurt Russell introduced his GoGi Wines and signed bottles at the Festival Center. Fantastic wines and he was such a cool guy to listen to.

  • Plan your day around your “Must Eat” and “Must Do” experiences and travel around the World Showcase in order. Whether you go clockwise or counter-clock wise around the lagoon is up to you. Some say that it’s human nature to go clockwise so you can do the opposite and try to beat the crowd, if you wish. By dividing the world in half, one day go to the left towards Mexico, the other day go to the right towards Canada, and end the day in America for the nightly concerts. Whatever you do, do your best to not backtrack or you will waste precious eating and drinking time.
  • Don’t miss the Chocolate Experience: From Bean to the Bar at the Festival Center where not only will you see incredible chocolate sculptures but also get some free samples of Ghirardelli Chocolate. Anything you get for free you must take advantage of!
  • Wondering when is the best time to visit Epcot Food and Wine Festival? Weekdays are best, as weekends tend to see more locals. Crowds become heavier as the day progresses, especially after 2pm. I find it best to avoid the first week of the festival in September and prefer to visit towards the end of October and first weeks of November, when weather is cooler. Regardless of when you attend, you must expect long lines and consider it a bonus when you find a short one.
  • Although no passport is required to travel around the world at Epcot, pick up your free Festival Passport for a fun way to prove you went, you saw, you ate and you conquered this enormous food feast. Introduced in 2010, available at the Festival Center, merchandise shops, and some of the marketplaces, it features all the marketplace menus plus a convenient festival guide. In 2016, the passport stamps were replaced with fun stickers (which are already in the book) so you can place yourself at each marketplace as you visit. Don’t forget to check off what you ordered. Your memory may get fuzzy by the end of the day after all those adult beverages.
Enjoying a little bubbly from Iron Horse Vineyards Fairy Tale Cuvee and checking off my Marketplace Discovery Passport and guide.

Enjoying a little bubbly from Iron Horse Vineyards Fairy Tale Cuvee and checking off my Marketplace Discovery Passport and guide is a great way to start the day.

2. GO WITH FRIENDS

The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival is best for those who travel in a pack. In fact, you will often see many groups dressed in custom-made tee shirts to commemorate the occasion, as if wearing a team uniform. Eating is a group sport after all! With so much food and drinks offered, sharing tastes is the best way to try them all. Go ahead, grab a fork and everyone dig in. Pass the mini wine and beer glass around and take a sip. Although tasting portions are small, I have found the magic number to be 2-3 people per portion, for each to have a bite and sip or two. Judge based on your own eating habits, the number may be more or less for you, but again, focus on just having a bite or two of each dish so you don’t fill up too soon. If there is a dish you absolutely must have on your own, then by all means, let everyone know “hands off!”

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Travel in a pack! The BTBZ gang conquered Epcot Food Festival in 2012 and lived up to the motto “Great Life, Great Friends, Great Times!”

3. GO EASY ON THE DRINKS

Pace yourself with the fun beverages. The tasting portions are typically 1 to 3oz. However, you may not make it around the world if you’re a fan of the full size beverages also available (16 to 22oz beers in Germany, margaritas in Mexico, slushy martinis in France, or wine in the tasting rooms of Italy and Germany), especially if you don’t like to share (see number 2 above). The beer, wine, sake and tequila tasting flights you will find on your journey are excellent values to try something new and great to share with 3-4 friends. Also, don’t forget to drink lots of water. It’s easy to forget and you will pay the price the next day. Consider yourself warned.

Several Beer flights are available around the World Showcase including a marketplace dedicated to Craft Beer.

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2015 American Adventure Hops & Barley Beer Flight

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In 2010, Beer Flights became popular, especially for sharing, and have become a big part of the festival. As you can see, don’t be afraid to use the trash cans as your tasting table.

My favorite flights around the world include the tequila flight at La Cava del Tequila, a specialty restaurant inside the Mexico pavilion. It’s air-conditioned and a premium pour. The sake flight inside the Japan pavilion is a great way to explore this underappreciated spirit. The wine flight inside the Germany pavilion will allow you to taste more than Rieslings.

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In Mexico, you will find 200 premium tequilas served with authentic Sangrita chaser, lime and salt. Share it and enjoy the cool temps of La Cava Del Tequila. (2010 Epcot Food Festival)

4. GO FOR COMFORT

As with any form of travel, whether in the real world or the Disney-verse, it’s important to wear the right clothing and come prepared for the elements. Comfort will guarantee enjoyment.

  • Comfortable walking shoes are a must. At the end of the day, you will have walked several miles without realizing it. Your feet will be screaming, if you don’t wear the right shoes. Ladies, stilettos are gorgeous but please leave them at home. (Yes, I have seen this!)
  • Loose fitting clothing is the smart choice when eating copious quantities of everything from pasta to pizza, soup to noodles and desserts. I recommend no belts unless your pants are too big. Then, by all means, please belt up as it’s no longer a fashion statement.
  • Wear layers so you can enjoy the warm days and cool nights of Central Florida this time of year. Bring a light jacket or sweater if you are prone to get cold as I am convinced Disney controls the weather inside the (imaginary) park bubble. (Pure speculation on my part) It can be unbearably hot one minute and freezing the next. Come prepared or get ready to spend a pretty penny on a sweatshirt you may never wear again. Wouldn’t you rather spend that dough on more tasty bites?
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The gang dressed for the day at Epcot Food Festival. Notice comfy shoes, layers, hat, sunglasses and smiles!

  • Bring an umbrella or poncho. Rain can come out of nowhere and your only option to stay semi-dry will be a Mickey poncho.
  • Wear sunscreen and sunglasses. A hat is a good option too. We are in Florida. It may be snowing elsewhere, but here we are under the scorching sun. Isn’t that why you come to Florida this time of year?
  • For air conditioned respite from the heat, take a stroll for some market shopping and a tequila flight inside the Mexico Pavilion or enjoy the show at the American Adventure building. New in 2017 is the Light Lab in the Future World. This building is kept comfortably chilled.
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Walking around the World Showcase lagoon promenade is 1.25 miles and will require comfy clothing and shoes

5. GO ON BUDGET

It’s easy to blow your monthly budget at Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. In addition to park admission, all the tasting bites and drinks, demos and premium events require an additional fee. On average, visitors will spend around $150 per person per day in tasting bites alone, not including any premium events and merchandise purchases. This can be more, or less, depending on your eating habits.

The best way to plan for this and enjoy the festival is to budget a set amount per person and pre-load it to your own Disney Gift Card, available at the merchandise stores. It is also the most convenient way to pay at each kiosk as you’ll wear it as a foodie fashion statement on your wrist. The cards can be re-loaded at any cashier if you want to start with a lower amount and add later. They have a new design each year, making for a fun keepsake. Any amount not spent will remain on your card to use next visit or at select Disney destinations nationwide. In 2015, a new souvenir gift card was introduced which includes a special lanyard.

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Over 300 dishes and beverages are available, making it very easy to spend more than you budgeted. Use a Gift Card and choose your Must Eats!

6. GO LEARN & GO PREMIUM

With all the eating and drinking involved you may forget there are plenty of learning opportunities. Get advance tickets for culinary demonstrations from over 190 chefs from around Disney and around the world and wine seminars where you can hone your smelling, swirling and sipping skills with sommeliers, winemakers and winery owners. Tickets for these must be purchased in advance. Call 407-939-3378 for reservations. Don’t forget to plan for travel time to the Festival Center, where these events are held.

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Meeting Master Sommelier & Cookbook Author Andrea Immer in 2008 was fun and educational. I still use her recipes and pairing tips today!

For those who want to take their Epcot Food and Wine Festival experience to the next level, premium events give you the opportunity to rub elbows with chefs, winemakers and celebrities while tasting exclusive dishes and premium wines and cocktails prepared only for the event. The festival features over 193 premium events ranging from Signature Dinners to hands on workshops.

In 2017, The “What’s Cooking With…” event series was added to the line up featuring a celebrity chef or culinary personality where you can “Eat Drink and Ask Questions”. Read all about this fun event and watch my interview with MasterChef Season 7 winner Shaun O’Neale where he dishes about his experience attending the epic festival for the first time.

The iconic party to attend is Party for the Senses. The grand tasting event features over 50 stations of amazing dishes and beverages and world-class entertainment. Held on select weekend days, it comes at a premium price but it truly is a spectacular event and includes special seating for the Eat to the Beat Concert and viewing area for the fireworks show. You can read all about my experience at this magical Party for the Senses event with a Halloween theme.

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The premium event to attend at Epcot Food & Wine Festival is Party for the Senses

7. GO BE ENTERTAINED

Disney character sightings and street performers will keep you entertained during the day. Kids and kids at heart can join the other famous mouse, Remy from Ratatouille, in his Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt. New collectible pins are available. In the evening, blast to the past with musical guests guaranteed to bring back memories of crazy fashions and crazier hairstyles at the “Eat To The Beat” nightly concerts in the America Garden Theater. Get in line early and trade turns with friends as you bring back food and drinks from the surrounding kiosks or you can wait until 10 minutes before the show for any leftover seats. Popular bands perform three 30 minute shows nightly, with the last show of the night being the most popular as the stage lights shine bright. If it’s your favorite band, watch more than one show as some will play different sets, however note you will have to leave the theater after each show.

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In 2015, original Pointer Sister Ruth performs the famed 70s/80s R&B group’s biggest hits at the Eat To The Beat Concerts

After the last show, find a spot around the lagoon to catch the spectacular fireworks show. Keep in mind if you are under the lush trees, your view may be blocked. If you would like to sit and dine while watching the fireworks, make reservations at La Hacienda San Angel in Mexico or Rose & Crown Pub’s outdoor patio in UK. The best part, all of this entertainment is included in your park admission.

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Don’t miss IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth

8. GO MAKE A NIGHT OF IT

Make your journey around the world at Epcot International Food and Wine Festival a true getaway – whether you’re local or an out-of-town visitor – and plan to spend the night at one of the gorgeous area resorts. The Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resorts, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts and Disney’s Boardwalk Hotel are all within walking proximity located around the Disney Boardwalk, which also enjoys a special entrance to Epcot that places you between UK and France and much closer to all the food action.

For the ultimate luxury, Walt Disney World Resort visitors have fantastic options within a short Disney shuttle ride. The Four Seasons Resort located on Disney’s Golden Oak property, is spectacular and the only five diamond resort in town. The resort’s Ravello and Capa restaurants are on my Must Eat List of Orlando. The luxe Bonnet Creek Resort includes legendary Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Hilton Bonnet Creek which host special events as part of their Food and Wine Weekends throughout the dates of the festival. Don’t miss exclusive dining experiences at famed Bull & Bear, La Luce and Zeta restaurants, their decadent Bar Du Chocolat and the always fun Cocktail Creations. Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek offers a boutique experience with fantastic Bar 1521 and deep blu seafood grill, perfect for a foodie staycation.

Plenty of choices in a wide budget range are available and definitely worth it so you can fully enjoy yourself without the worry of driving afterwards. You may consider reserving a suite to share with friends for the ultimate experience.

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Epcot Yacht and Beach Club Resorts, Swan & Dolphin and Boardwalk Resorts at the Disney Boardwalk are perfect for a getaway!

9. GO BE ADVENTUROUS

With over 400 food and wine options to choose from, the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival is the perfect place to explore international cuisine. Go ahead, be adventurous, try something new. How about trying escargot in France or moqueca in Brazil? After all, the food is being prepared by the world-class Disney chefs, so unlike some dishes you may try on the streets around the real world, here at Disney you don’t have to wonder if it’s mystery meat you’re eating. The only thing you have to worry about is whether your taste buds will enjoy it or not. You may find a new favorite and if not, then consider the $3-$8 spent as an investment in your gastronomic education.

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In 2015, Dominican Republic marketplace features Lechon Asado: Roasted Pork with Mangu, mashed plantains, pickled red onions and avocado.

If you’re not sure what to order, the featured food and beverage pairing selection listed on the menu board at each marketplace is a great place to start. The mix of marketplaces changes each year and you will find new dishes together with all-time favorites. Be sure to try a mix of both.

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The menu board in France is full of awesome choices! Try the pairing and you won’t be disappointed.

I had the opportunity to attend a taping of ABC’s The Chew, which filmed on location for the first time during the Epcot Food and Wine Festival in 2015. Check out all the behind the scenes shenanigans as well as some favorite dishes and more from celebrity chefs Mario Batali, Michael Symon, Carla Hall and Clinton Kelly in this post here. Unfortunately the show was cancelled in 2018, however you can still see Carla Hall at her culinary event. She’s the biggest Disney enthusiast.

 

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ABC’s The Chew filmed on location at Epcot Food and Wine Festival for the 1st time in 2015.

The number of Disney fans who make a routine pilgrimage each year to the church of Food & Wine at Epcot is in the millions. My foodie friends, if you are one of them, I would love to hear your tips for getting the most out of this world-class event. What tip would you make #10 on the list? Please share in the comments below. Follow #TasteEpcot on social media to see what everyone is enjoying.

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Don’t miss getting your photo-op with the Epcot Food & Wine Festival display and Spaceship Earth at the entrance of the park

I hope you GO enjoy and take part in one of the best and most extensive food festivals in the world.

Cheers!

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PREMIUM EVENTS:
• VIP Champagne & Dessert Party at the Swan Reserve 15th-floor private event space, The Vue. Saturday, Nov. 11 from 8:30-10 p.m.

• The Grand Tasting: Wines and Champagnes curated by Master Sommelier John Blazon paired with a custom chef’s table menu from the resort’s Executive Chef Dan Herman. Saturday, Nov. 11 from 2-5 p.m.

Go #MakeSomedayHappen

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@SwanDolphin @SwanReserve #SwanDolphinClassic #SwanDolphin #SwanReserve
🍁MUST DO FALL EVENTS IN ORLANDO: Fall on the Fa 🍁MUST DO FALL EVENTS IN ORLANDO: Fall on the Farm at @grandelakesorlando 🍂

This fun, family-friendly event held at Whisper Creek Farm is open to resort guests and Florida locals to celebrate the fall season! 

Event includes: 

🎃 Pumpkin carving and painting
🛻 Hayrides
🎨 Face painting
🦉 Animal encounters & Falconry Meet & Greet
🎶 Live music and entertainment
🍯 Farmers Market
🥕 We loved sharing awesome bites, made with locally sourced ingredients including veggies from the farm (food purchases are separate from admission)

We enjoyed:

 🐝 Bee’s Knees Cocktail
 🐖 Smoked Bourbon Pork Shoulder BBQ Sandwich with Sweet & Spicy Pickles, Whole Grain Mustard Slaw, Toasted Wheat Kaiser Rolls and Pumpkin Spice Curry sauce
 🍟 Brisket topped Loaded Disco Fries with 
Homestyle Gravy, Cheese Curds, & Alabama White BBQ Sauce
 🥕 Hummus and Petite Garden Vegetable Crudité
 🌽 Esquites, Chipotle Crema, Cotija, Tajin, Charred Lime
 🥧 Mini Pumpkin Pie

🗓️ Saturdays & Sundays in October
🎟️ Reserve Your Ticket at GrandeLakes.com

Thank you  @grandelakesorlando, @ritzcarltonorlando @jwmorlando for a perfect fall afternoon!
 
(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #FallOnTheFarm #GrandeLakesResort #RitzCarltonOrlando #JWMarriottOrlando #loveorlando #rcmemories
ADD THIS TO YOUR FOODIE LIST. @namilakenona - The ADD THIS TO YOUR FOODIE LIST. @namilakenona - The newest upscale dining experience you’ll want to add to your list of Splurge Worthy Restaurants and Fun Foodie Things To Do in Orlando…

🌟 Nami at Wave Hotel in Lake Nona 🌟

The grand opening event for this exciting new Japanese restaurant was epic! Creative bites, fantastic craft cocktails, a gorgeous modern setting, and friendly staff. I can’t wait to go check out their full menu and Omakase experience! 

Highlights:

🌸 House of Suntory welcome and running into the @beamsuntory brand specialist PJ Smerechansky @the_alcohol_alchemist 
🍸 The Ivory Cocktail made by Daniel and poured out of a gorgeous ice sculpture 
🍸 The best Haku Vodka Espresso Martini made by the talented dancing mixologist Diz! 
🍸 Suntory Toki Highballs from their Highball Tap Machine
🍣 Fantastic Sushi & Nigiri
✨ Caviar Bumps
🍨 Nitro Ice Cream 
🍮 Uni Panna Cotta 
🍭 Refreshing Popsicles
… And so many more gorgeous bites I didn’t get a chance to try it all! 

@namilakenona at @lakenonawavehotel is # 40 on my list of 50 Things To Do in Orlando Right Now! Make reservations and go #MakeSomedayHappen 

🎉 Congratulations to Tavistock and the entire Nami team led by Culinary Director Freddy Money, Senior Culinary Director Eli Kaimeh, Corporate Pastry Chef Stuart Whitfield, Vice President of Food and Beverage Michael Ferraro, Chef de Cuisine Jason Beliveau, Corporate Beverage Director Jacob Johnson & General Manager Christopher Buyega 🥂

(Media preview) #GoEpicOrlando #NamiLakeNona #WaveHotelLakeNona #LakeNonaFL
☀️ Summer Please Don’t Go. 🍹 I know fall ☀️ Summer Please Don’t Go. 🍹

I know fall is here but in this Florida heat, I’m still feeling summer vibes! How about you?

🍋 We squeezed the most out of life and summer by the pool today with Natalie’s Orchid Island Fresh Lemonade & Strawberry Lemonade mixed with @tanteotequila chipotle & jalapeño tequila! 

☀️ The Fruta Pop Frozen Treats were definitely a nice surprise in our order! 

🍓 We’ve been big fans of Natalie’s Juices for 20+ years so when they offered to send me some of their lemonades and new Fruta Pops of course I said YES! Thank you @nataliesoj for this refreshing treat! 

(Gifted) #MakeSomedayHappen #summervibes #nataliesjuices #freshlemonade
It’s always a good time for ice cream… 🍦 # It’s always a good time for ice cream… 🍦

# 39 on our list of 50 Things To Do In Orlando 

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams now has a new ice cream shop in @winterparkvillage 

You can pick up this unique ice cream brand from your nearest grocer or stop by their new shop in Winter Park (only the 3rd in Florida!) for super tasty from scratch ice cream flavors. I love that they partner with local farmers and growers to create their buttercream based ice cream flavors.  You can taste the freshness! 

I stopped by the shop and got a split scoop of Lemon Bar & Salted Caramel. Both yummy! 

I also got a super fun tasting pack in the mail with these flavors:

🍦Gooey Butter Cake: my favorite!
🍦Salty Caramel: classic! 
🍦Brambleberry Crisp: if you love a berry pie you’ll love this!
🍦Darkest Chocolate: chocoholic dream!
🍦Salted Peanut Butter & Chocolate Fleks: The Perfect PB & Chocolate combo! 
🍦Brown Butter Almond Brittle: buttery & nutty!

Go enjoy a great ice cream! #MakeSomedayHappen 

🎁Thank you @jenisicecreams for the ice cream pints gift! 

#GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #JenisIceCream
#WinterParkFL
Celebrate the “Unofficial End of Summer” this Celebrate the “Unofficial End of Summer” this Labor Day at these 3 Fun Places To Go in Orlando.

Next on our List of 50 Things To Do In Orlando:

# 35 - @promenadeatsunsetwalk / @margaritavilleresortorlando
Located in the Sunset Walk complex on 192, you’ll find tons of options to spend the entire day! 

🎶 Street Entertainment, Live Music, Bands, DJs, at Promenade at Sunset Walk. Free admission and parking!
💃🏻 Dinner and a Show at @estefankitchenorlando
🍽️ Fun Bites at @fordsgarageusa, @eatatbento and more!
🍺 Raise a glass and enjoy a Margarita or @landsharklager beer in honor of Jimmy Buffet
🍦 Get a refreshing shaved ice at @bahamabucks 
💆🏻‍♀️ Relax at St. Somewhere Spa inside Margaritaville Resort

# 36 - @boxiparklakenona / @learnlakenona
Located in Lake Nona Town Center, this entertainment complex is fun for the entire family! 
🎶 Live Music: Layla Brisbois Band 1pm-4pm, Groove Infusion 5:30pm-9pm
🍹Plenty of bar options for margaritas, cocktails, wine and beer
🚚 Enjoy a variety of Counter Service offerings from repurposed shipping containers. My favorites Cañonita Tacos and Claw and Order Lobster Rolls
🍽️ For a nice dinner, check out @canvaslakenona and @chromalakenona , serving #MagicalDining
🎟️ Free admission, Enjoy Labor Day specials 12p-9pm

# 37 - @iconparkorlando 
Located in the heart of I-Drive, you’ll find a variety of entertainment attractions, restaurants, and bars. Fun for the entire family! My favorite picks include:
🎡 Ride The Wheel! This 400ft tall landmark offers the best views of Orlando
🎩 Visit @museumofillusions.orlando for mind-blowing interactive displays
🍽️ Cocktails, Casual Bites, & Live Music at Tin Roof and Ole Red
💃🏻Dinner & Show at @tapatoroorlando is a must! Check out their #MagicalDining menu, sip sangria and fun cocktails, and enjoy the Flamenco show.
🎟️ Check out the Icon Park website for attraction packages, tickets and reservations

Happy Labor Day! Enjoy your day with friends and family and Go #MakeSomedayHappen

Is Summer really over? 

Follow for more... 

#GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #UnbelievablyReal #SunsetWalk #BoxiPark #IconPark #LearnLakeNona #IDrive #MargaritavilleOrlando
Celebrate the “Unofficial End of Summer” and h Celebrate the “Unofficial End of Summer” and half way to St. Patrick’s Day at Raglan Road Irish Pub 11th Annual Great Irish Hooley Music Fest!  Happening now until 9/4

# 34 - on our List of 50 Things To Do In Orlando! 

🎶  Top Irish bands straight from Ireland rock the house all weekend! Including Sina Theil, named “Rising Star of 2022” by American Celtic Listener Music Awards, The Byrne Brothers, Strings & Things, One For The Foxes, The Connemara Ramblers, Oliver Havlin and more
💃🏻 Raglan Road Irish Dancers
 🥃 New “Stars & Hearts” Keeper’s Heart Whiskey flight, an Irish-American collaboration aged in stout barrels. 
🍹 New Hooley cocktail “Heart of the Hooley” with Keeper’s Heart Irish Bourbon and blackberry and mint shrub. 🍸 Irish Espresso Martini is my favorite!
🍻 New De Fesht Irish Lager
🥗 New Crispy Cream Goat Cheese Salad
🇮🇪 New Dishes at Cookes of Dublin - Raglan Road’s quick service: Dalkey Dog, Loaded Bang Bang Chicken Fries, Hog in a Box
🍰 Decadent Strawberry Cheesecake at Cookes of Dublin and at the pub! MUST EAT!

When you hear the word “Hooley,” you know to expect a good time. It’s an excuse to party! It’s a Gaelic term for a lively, family-friendly party that ends up becoming legendary in one’s memory.

Reservations recommended. Go #MakeSomedayHappen

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Magical Dining at award-winning Kabooki Sushi is o Magical Dining at award-winning Kabooki Sushi is on our list of 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO

# 33 @kabooki_orlando 

Owner / Chef Henry Moso has been recognized by James Beard Foundation, Michelin Guide,& named Orlando Weekly’s 2023 “Best Sushi Restaurant” and “Best Local Chef” 

@visitorlando Magical Dining 3-Course menu for only $40 is a great opportunity to experience some of their most popular dishes!

We enjoyed: 

APPETIZERS
✨ Leche De Tigre: torched salmon, truffle paté, kizami wasabi, aji amarillo, smoke trout roe, sunchoke chips
✨ Hamachi Carpaccio: Japanese yellowtail, yuzu tobiko, ponzu, kaffir lime oil, yuzu kosho, serrano peppers

MAIN COURSE
✨ Kasei Don: assorted fresh sashimi of the day
✨ Berkwood St. Louis Sticky Ribs: braised then crispy tempura, tossed in smoked chili hoisin sauce

DESSERT
✨ C4 Chocolate lava cake with dulce de leche, vanilla ice cream, chocolate ganache sauce
✨ Mochi Trio ice cream mochi

COCKTAILS:
🍸 Booki Limeade
🍸 Green Goddess
🍸 Kabooki Espresso Martini

ABOUT KABOOKI SUSHI:

📍 2 locations:  @kabooki_orlando on Colonial Drive & @kabooki_sandlake by chef @henry_moso88 
🍣 Kabooki Sushi features a creative sushi & Japanese menu in a club-like stylish atmosphere. 
🍴 You can’t go wrong with any choice on the menu! 

ABOUT VISIT ORLANDO MAGICAL DINING: 

💵 $40 3-course menu available now - 10/1
📱 Reservations highly recommended 
💻 Visit MagicalDining.com for details 
🎁 $1 per meal benefits local charity @thelifeboatproject 

Make reservations & GO #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Dinner hosted by #VisitOrlando) #GOepicOrlando #UnbelievablyReal #LoveOrlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO ... # 26 - Foodie Brun 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO ... 
# 26 - Foodie Brunch Crawl of Disney Springs - our 3rd Stop!

There are so many fun brunch options at Disney Springs, why not do a progressive brunch crawl and try several restaurants? 

Get a group of friends together and have a fun scavenger hunt like I did with my girlfriends visiting from out of town. We had a great time! 

Our 3rd Stop: Raglan Road Irish Pub for a Rollickin’ Good Time, great elevated Irish pub fare, fantastic craft cocktails and live entertainment with the talented Raglan Road Dancers and Band.

We shared these sweet brunch dishes:

🍞 It’s Ok To Drool -  the best French Toast you’ll ever have! Made with their famous Bread & Butter pudding topped with vanilla mascarpone, mixed berries, hazelnut crunch, & crispy maple glazed bacon. A MUST EAT!

🥞 Oh My, Pancake - topped with banana & cashew caramel sauce, milk chocolate mousse & chocolate ganache. OH MY!

My Favorite Brunch Cocktails:

🥂 Misty Irish Eyed - Irish Mist Honey, Grace O’Malley Gin, Italicus, lemon sour, Prosecco

🥂 Strawberry Fields Mimosa - Dingle Irish Vodka, Luxardo Apertivo, lemon sour, house-made strawberry puree, prosecco.

🥂 It’s a Hell of Hooley - Minke Irish Vodka, Muddled Raspberries, lemon sour, house-made rosemary syrup, Fees Foam, prosecco.

☕️ The Lost Irish Coffee - Lost Irish Whiskey, house-made Demerara sugar syrup, coffee, cream.

☕️ Irish Espresso Martini - Slane Irish Whiskey, J.F. Hadens espresso liqueur, Guinness simple syrup, chilled espresso

Brunch is served every Saturday and Sunday - get a seat at the bar or make reservations based on the size of your group. - It does get busy so reservations are recommended! 

Check out the previous videos for Stop 1 and 2,  and follow for more Fun Things To Do (and Eat) in Orlando

Go #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #GoEpicDisney #RaglanRoadIrishPub #DisneySprings
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is back with a ba Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is back with a bang and bigger than ever with 130+ of Orlando’s most popular restaurants — including MICHELIN Guide honorees such as NEW this year @avamediterraegean in Winter Park 💫 

Here’s a preview of their delicious @visitorlando #MagicalDining 3 course menu for $60. I love the vibe, ambiance and delicious Mediterranean food! Don’t miss having a cocktail in their lounge before dinner. 

—

APPETIZERS

🐟 Sea Bream Ceviche: verjus aguachile, green tomato pico de gallo, levantine bread
🥗 Horiatiki Greek Salad: PDO aged-feta, heirloom tomato, persian cucumber, greek mountain aregano, Kalamata olive
🥕The Greek Spread: hummus, baba ganoush, tzatziki, garden vegetables, warm pita

MAIN COURSE

🐟 Grilled Faroe Island Salmon, fennel salad, baby spinach, avgolemono dressing
🥩 Creekstone Farm Prime Flank Steak, green harissa, sun dried tomato, eggplant caviar
🍄 Black Truffle Risotto: seasonal mushroom fricassée, kefalograviera, chives

DESSERT

🍯 Baklava: layers of crispy phyllo dough, honey nuts, pistachio orange blossom ice cream
🍨 Sorbet & Ice Cream Daily Selection
🍫 Chocolate Fondant molten chocolate lava cake, caramel, almond crumble, mastiha liquor gelato

Details: 

🗓️ six full weeks / 45 delicious days, from August 18 through October 1, 2023
🍽️ 130+ restaurants 
💵 3-Course Menus at a special price of $40 & $60 per person plus tax and gratuity
🙌🏼 Through Visit Orlando, up to $2 from each meal served will benefit @thelifeboatproject and more local nonprofits

Visit the website magicaldining.com to view all the restaurant menus. Reserve your table and GO experience Orlando’s awesome culinary scene! 

💫 Where will you be Magical Dining? 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #AvaMediterraegean #LoveOrlando #UnbelievablyReal
Ready for a Permanent Vacation? Summer is not over Ready for a Permanent Vacation? Summer is not over yet… Next on our list of 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO…

# 23 - Visit the coolest NEW bar @permanentvacationfl for an immersive hidden tiki bar experience!

The theming and vibe will transport you to a spooky tropical destination! “Excitement & Danger Come To Life as you Experience Thrills & Relaxation On This Island Escape!” 

Enjoy a phenomenal cocktail menu created by @dan_tedson & a talented team of mixologists (some drinks will even trigger a show!) And of course you need some fun bites to go with the boozy drinks and this menu offers a nice variety of shareable dishes.

I loved all of the attention to details and the hidden table nooks. The theme is on point and not gimmicky, cocktails and food are high quality. Definitely a must visit! 

Here are the details: 

📍 Located inside The Copper Rocket, 106 Lake Avenue, Maitland.

🗓️ Reservations are required and they go fast! Follow their IG for dates. 21+ only

⏰ Your “Permanent” Vacation experience is 2 Hours (which is actually plenty!) 

🍹 PICK YOUR POISON: cocktails come in various strengths. Be sure to look for the skulls on the menu! From Sober strength zero proof called “Placebos” to Rest In Peace (💀💀💀) called “Tranquilizers” 🤣

They also have fun drink bowls to “SHARE THE BOOTY” serving 2-6! 

🍴 BITES: you’ll find appetizers, flatbreads, & kabobs

🍕 FLATBREADS -  we tried BRUCE! (Veggies) SHELL-FISH DECISIONS (rock shrimp) & WHERE’S WILBUR? (Pork)
🐷 PUMBAA - Braised & slow roasted pork shank 
🍍 TOUCAN STAN - Tropical Fruit Salad with yogurt dipping sauce

Make reservations and go #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #PermanentVacation #LoveOrlando #thingstodoinorlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - Don’t m 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - Don’t miss @disneysprings Flavors of Florida sponsored by @corkcicle 🍊

Here are my favorite bites and sips from this year’s Flavors of Florida: 

# 17 🍊 @everglazed_fl 
🍩 Citrus Dream Donut
🥤Orange Lemonade with Sweet Cold Foam

# 18 🍊 @gideonsbakehouse 
🍪 Key Lime Chocolate Chip Cookie
☕️ Orange Mocha Nitro Cold Brew (AKA Stuart’s Cold Brew)

# 19 🍊 @saltandstraw 
🍦 Exquisito Guanabana Stracciatella Ice Cream

# 20 🍊 @raglanroadpub 
🍰 Sunshine State of Mind Sweet orange pudding

# 21 🍊 @jaleobyjose 
🍅 Ensalada de Sandía y Tomate
🐖 Jamón Serrano con Melón
🍹 Frozen Agua de Valencia

# 22 🍊 @winebargeorge 
🍹Frozen Old Fashioned with DOLE Whip Orange and George Dickel 8-Year-Old Tennessee whiskey - get it in the souvenir Corkcicle. 

Go #MakeSomedayHappen 

#GoEpicOrlando #DisneySprings
#FlavorsofFlorida #LoveOrlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - # 15 - C 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - # 15 -  Celebrate #NationalOysterDay at these 8 Top Spots for Oysters in Orlando

🦪 @fourflamingosorl by @richardblais, @hyattregencygrandcypress - Disney Area
• Try the famous Ice Cold Oysters & Pearls! They are a showstopper! 

🦪  @theospreyorlando - Baldwin Park
• Choose from James River, Florida, East Coast, or West Coast oysters
• Happy Hour: (Tue-Fri 5-6:30p) $2 Mid-Atlantic or Florida Oysters (min. 6)

🦪 @eatatlukes - Maitland
• Atlantic Oysters
• Thursday All Day Happy Hour Half Off Oysters

🦪 @reelfishcoastal - Winter Park
• Several varieties of Oysters on the Half Shell, including Florida’s Sublime boutique oysters, served raw with house-made cocktail sauce & cucumber mignonette, Baked with Parmesan Bread Crumbs or Oysters Rockefeller with Spinach and Artichoke Cream
• Happy Hour (Tuesday-Friday) $9 Half-Dozen Gulf Oysters, Raw or Baked

🦪 @nautilobstah - Apopka
• Every day, James River Blue Point Virginia Oysters, Served Raw or Steamed for only $1.75 each/ per dozen! 
• Oystahs Casino with Chef Mike’s Casino Butter & Bacon are also fantastic!

🦪 @kaya.orlando - Mills 50 District
• TALABA half dozen oysters - Indian river or Matanzas oysters - with spiced vinegar and ramp sawsawan

🦪 @primoatgrandelakes , @jwmorlando, @grandelakesorlando 
• The Seafood Tower includes gorgeous Moondancer Oysters, Lobster Celery Remoulade, Shrimp Cocktail, Bacalao and Smoked Wild Salmon

🦪  @knifespoonorlando, @ritzcarltonorlando, Grande Lakes
• Oysters topped with Passmore Caviar at various special events are always a treat!

Follow for more Fun Things To Do in Orlando and Go #MakeSomedayHappen

#GoEpicOrlando #Oysters #LoveOrlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - #12 Spe 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - #12 

Spend a sophisticated evening with a progressive dinner & cocktails at the newly reimagined Grand Bohemian Hotel. 🥂

@grandbohemianorlando - Downtown Orlando’s Luxury Boutique Hotel got a multi-million dollar makeover. From the dining & bar options to the guest rooms & event space, if you haven’t been in a while, it’s time to go back! 💥 You’re going to love the new look. 💥 And you don’t want to miss checking out the artwork throughout the property and exploring the space like we did on a recent visit! 

The food. The drinks. The vibe. Perfect for an evening or a staycation getaway. And only steps away from Dr. Phillips Center and Amway Center. Drinks and dinner before and after shows is a must! 

Here’s what we enjoyed: 

🍸 BÖSENDORFER LOUNGE - start & end your night with cocktails in this gorgeous lounge.

🥂 FRENCH 75 (1st drink)
🍸 ESPRESSO MARTINI (last drink)

🎹 Fun Fact: There were only two Bösendorfer pianos designed by architect Hans Hollein in 1990 in the world! One can be found in the lounge of the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Orlando!

🍽️ BOHEME - fantastic dinner! 

🍤 SHRIMP COCKTAIL
🍅 BURRATA
🥩 WAGYU BEEF CARPACCIO - my favorite!

🦚 THE PEACOCK ROOM - Private Dining Room for 24pp available for family style dinners

🥗 FARMER’S GREENS
🥕 BABY ROOTS
🍄 WILD MUSHROOMS
🍞 BRAISED LAMB
⭐️ SCALLOPS - loved this!
🥩 TOMAHAWK EXPERIENCE - WOW! 

🍷 Kessler Chardonnay and Kessler Cabernet

🍹ALTIRA ROOFTOP BAR & LOUNGE - brand new poolside bar on 6th floor, and it’s open to the public. Live DJ every evening Wed-Sun. Brunch on Saturdays.
Perfect sunset spot! 
🥂 THE GRAND COCKTAIL 
🍮 CHEESECAKE & CHOCOLATE CREME BRÛLÉE 

Thank you to General Manager Benjamin McCarney and his team for hosting a wonderful media preview. 

Reserve Your Night and Go #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #GrandBohemianOrlando #KesslerCollection #MarriottBonvoy #LoveOrlando #TheCityBeautiful
Thank you for the memories… 🐓 💕 Sad to hea Thank you for the memories… 🐓 💕 Sad to hear the news about @thecoop_wp closing their doors in Winter Park after 9 1/2 years! Thank you to @johnrivers4r & The 4R team for the great memories and delicious Southern classic home cooking. That Classic Chicken Sandwich is still my favorite! 

🍗 Go get one last bite before their last day on 7/16. 

I hope to see The Coop again at another location soon! 

#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando
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