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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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🍴@cariberoyaleorlando revamped The Venetian Chop House
🍾 @ritzcarltonorlando & @jwmorlando epic Michelin Curated Weekend (great foodie staycation) 
🍷 @viniawinekitchen continued their popular Fabio’s Table 
🍬 @choulalapastries Twix Bar & seasonal treats & flights!
🍖 @smokemademeats awesome BBQ pop-ups (if you haven’t tried Tyler’s brisket you’re missing out!)
🍪 @gideonsbakehouse best cookies, cakes & cold brew! 
🍊 Loved @disneysprings Flavors of Florida 
🍩 @everglazed_fl Donuts & Chicken Sandwich 
🎄 @learnlakenona Oh, What Fun Holiday Festival! 
This is only but a short glimpse I could fit in 22 seconds! I’m so grateful for all the wonderful experiences. Cheers to 2022! 
Happy New Year! 🥂
Let’s go #MakeSomedayHappen in 2023! 
#GoEpicOrlando #2022recap
2022 in Review: Favorite New Restaurant @kaya.orla 2022 in Review: Favorite New Restaurant @kaya.orlando 
So many wonderful restaurants opened in Orlando this year that it’s tough to pick a favorite. 
Why Kaya? Because it felt like coming home to family. (When your family includes a Michelin-star chef!) 😉
The food was exceptional & the service was the epitome of warm hospitality.
Orlando’s first Filipino Casual Fine Dining. 
The creation of Chef Lordfer Lalicon and GM Jamilyn Salonga Bailey (previously of Michelin-Star Kadence) 
🍽️ 5-Wave Tasting Menu highlights primarily local produce & seafood in addition to select meats. (Ooh that pork belly!) 
Full of flavor and so full of surprises, each course (wave) left us saying “that was my favorite!” - until the next dish arrives and you’re wowed all over again!
The setting feels like home - family pictures and little touches, including a piano from previous tenants Dandelion Cafe as a nod to the community Kaya celebrates.
I was invited to Friends and Family preview and already have reservations to return. I need that amazing garlic rice again!
4 Wave menu we sampled:
🥄 amuse-bouche | BURONG ISDA
hakurei turnip, lionfish
🥄 first wave | KINILAW
kombujime Key West flounder, radish
🥄 second wave | PANCIT
sotanghon mung bean noodles stir fried in mushroom jus, red pepper poached egg
third wave | KANIN at ULAM
🥄 GARLIC RICE tamaki gold short grain rice, garlic chips, garlic oil 🤯 
🥄 ADOBONG KABUTE lion’s mane + oyster mushrooms
🥄 GINATAAN NA HIPON Key West pink shrimp, crab fat + coconut milk broth
🥄 HUMBA Berkshire pork belly, brown butter seminole squash puree, sweet potato greens
fourth wave | MATAMIS
🥄 UBE FLAN egg yolk flan, toasted coconut, citrus
🥄SUMAN MALAGKIT glutinous rice cake in banana leaves, coconut caramel
🥄MANGO ICE CREAM BY SAMPAGUITA & latik URARO COOKIE arrowroot cookie
🥂 Don’t miss the cocktails & wine pairings!
➡️ Add Kaya to your list!  Reservations required
#MakeSomedayHappen
My prediction is Chef Lo will be winning another Michelin Star at Kaya! 
Thank you Lo, Jami & team! You rock! (that dance was perfect! 😜)
#GoEpicOrlando
2022 in Review - Favorite Revamp of a Classic: T 2022 in Review - Favorite Revamp of a Classic: 
The Venetian Chop House Lobster Bisque @cariberoyaleorlando
Longtime fans of The Venetian Chop House, Caribe Royale Orlando’s on-property fine-dining restaurant, can rest assured that the reimagined menu of this classic Orlando restaurant still includes their fantastic Lobster Bisque. 
It’s been on the menu for over 15 years! I loved the creamy, decadent soup served with chunks of lobster meat, topped with a lattice puff pastry dome for a more elevated and stunning presentation at the table.
The menu by Chef David Hackett is a journey through fine Italian Steakhouse cuisine. You can enjoy classic steakhouse specialties (Hungry for a 36 oz Tomahawk?) together with finer dining Italian entrees such as an enormous Chicken Parmigiana, perfectly crusted and crispy and pasta dishes beautifully garnished such as the Carbonara topped with ricotta cream and delicate herb olive oil pearls.
Of course, you must start the evening with craft cocktails at their new Intimate Bar and end with another tableside showstopper, the Ultimate Chocolate Sphere dessert!
>> If you want to read more about the new menu, @tastecooksip and I wrote a guest post for the resort’s website: “The Must Try Guide To The New Venetian Chop House Menu”
Read it here (link in stories): https://www.cariberoyale.com/blog/must-try-guide-to-the-new-venetian-chop-house-menu
>> Looking for New Year’s Eve Plans?  The Venetian Chop House will offer a celebratory 6-course chef-driven prix-fixe menu including an amuse-bouche, choice of soup (that gorgeous Lobster Bisque!) and salad, choice of entrée — wagyu beef tenderloin, porchetta or pesto baked king salmon — plus a few delicious accompaniments, and choice of delicate desserts. $130pp++ / Reservations: 407-238-8060
#MakeSomedayHappen
#GoEpicOrlando #CaribeRoyaleOrlando #2022Review
2022 Review: Best Sunset - Caribbean Cruise / Atla 2022 Review: Best Sunset - Caribbean Cruise / Atlantic Ocean onboard @norwegiancruiseline Prima
🌅 Sunsets at sea are my absolute favorite! How about you?
One of my favorite travel experiences of 2022 was the #NorwegianPrima inaugural sailing with @thetravelbite 
It was a short 3 days but I loved the new ship design, the food and all the amenities. I’m definitely planning another NCL cruise in 2023! 
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicCruise #caribbeancruise #EpicSunset #norwegiancruiseline
2022 Review: The Best View in Orlando + The Best G 2022 Review: The Best View in Orlando + The Best Gin Tonic in Orlando = Capa at @fsorlando 
📍 The view from the 17th floor of Four Seasons Orlando Resort, Michelin star Capa Steakhouse is spectacular! You can see the Walt Disney World Resort, epic sunsets & fireworks. 
🍸 For GT fans in Orlando, don’t miss the Capa GinTonic made with Coarunn Gin & Fever Tree Mediterranean Tonic. It’s colorful garnishes: Gala Apple, Juniper, Key Lime, & Botanicals take it next level! 
Cheers to 2022 and an even better 2023! 🥂
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicOrlando #FSTaste #FiveDiamondOrlando #LoveOrlando #MichelinGuideFL
“Ooooh I like it!” - Merry Xmas! I hope you go “Ooooh I like it!” - Merry Xmas! I hope you got to unwrap delicious treats today, and more importantly that you got to share a special time with loved ones.
I got to enjoy my favorite local-made cookies from @GideonsBakehouse 
In order of appearance:
🍪 The Original Chocolate Chip
🍪 December special: Kris Kringle White Chocolate Coffee Bean - my favorite!
🍪 Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
🍪 December special: Krampus Dark Chocolate Mint
🍰 December special: Krampus Snack Cake - Chocolate Cake with Andes Mint Buttercream
>> Hurry if you want to try the December limited-time flavors! They are all so yummy!
I missed my all-time favorite coffee cake cookie so I may have to go back this week! LOL!
Happy Holidays! 
Gideon’s is located at @disneysprings and @eastendmkt
#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando #GideonsBakehouse #DisneySprings
“Merry Christmas Everybody!”🎄 We spent a b “Merry Christmas Everybody!”🎄
We spent a beautifully chilly and sunny Christmas Eve morning at @disneysprings. So fun & deliciously festive! (Surprisingly not too crowded but we were there early)
Here’s all we did & ate! 
1) Breakfast at @everglazed_fl - 
🍩 Holiday Lights Glazed Donut (to match my Xmas turtleneck!) 
🐓 Funky Chicken BBQ sandwich - my favorite! 
2) Put our name on the Virtual Queue at @gideonsbakehouse (90 min quoted, got text to return at 60 min, waited in actual queue 15 min!) The staff at Gideon’s is 💯 
3) Relaxed & got warm at @Starbucks (while we waited for Gideon’s)
☕️ Caramel Macchiato 
4) Gideon’s Bakehouse: picked up treats for Xmas dinner
🍪 December specials: Kris Kringle White Chocolate Coffee Bean, Krampus Dark Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, Coffee Cake
🍰 Krampus Snack Cakes
☕️ Peanut Butter Cold Brew (the chilly 39F temp didn’t keep me from this favorite!)
🎄 Leisurely stroll around Tree Trail to see all the beautifully decorated themed Xmas trees - loved the Mickey & Minnie tree!
🎁 Window Shopping & Browsed The World Of Disney merchandise shop - lots of last minute Xmas shopping going on! 🤣
After a great morning, I’m home cooking for tonight’s dinner. I hope you’ve made the best of this arctic chilly day. Feely very grateful for the blessings we enjoy. 
Happy Christmas! 🎄 
#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando #GoEpicDisney #DisneySprings
This audio cracked me up! 🤣 But it seriously re This audio cracked me up! 🤣 But it seriously reminded me of all the times I take video over and over (and over) again - Mostly because I’m making weird faces or I don’t like the angle, or I feel like I look fat or… you name it! 🫣 
There are a lot more fails than wins when you scroll my camera roll, and which never make it to the curated IG feed. (In this video, I didn’t like how I was chewing because the cookie was super gooey so it stuck to my teeth!🤣)
We’re so often reminded, nothing is as perfect as it seems on social media, but it bears repeating. You never know what’s going on behind the scenes. Please spread kindness, compassion, and joy with everyone you see - online and IRL 💕
While I will never share something on my feed I don’t wholeheartedly recommend, I must share that I’m not always having ALL the “fun” you see. It’s work to get video and photos and make sure you get everything there is to share. To think of creative posts ideas and offer something unique and different. No complaints, because I do love it, but it’s still work. It’s work to edit photos & videos, find the right audio, research, write the caption and post at the right time. Creating content that provides value is a full time job. Many creators burn out, I’ve been there. We often ask ourselves why we do it.
If you’ve read this far, THANK YOU! I appreciate you. With dwindling views and algorithm changes, IG is not as fun as it once was. I’ve enjoyed nearly 9 years of sharing my favorite bucket list restaurants & events in Orlando and around the world with you. And I hope to continue to bring you a little bit of inspiration to go #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time in the new year! 💕 
Oh BTW, commenting, saving & sharing posts you like is always so appreciated. It’s the encouragement we as creators need to continue to do what we do. 💕
🎄Wishing you a warm, joyful and delicious holiday! 
📍 Check out @learnlakenona Oh, What Fun! Holiday Festival. It is free and fun for everyone! And that Grinch Cookie paired with Hot Chocolate spiked with Bailey’s was indeed a delicious treat!! (See my previous post for details) 
#GoEpicOrlando #HolidaysinOrlando
OH, WHAT FUN! We spent a fun holiday themed evenin OH, WHAT FUN! We spent a fun holiday themed evening in Lake Nona last night! Their Holiday Festival is in full swing and fun for the entire family! 
Oh, What Fun! makes the holidays magical, featuring: 
🎄 Beautiful lights & holiday decorations
🎁 Holiday Market featuring local vendors & artisans for one-of-a-kind gifts
❄️ Nightly Snowfalls
📷 Photo Ops
🎄 Live entertainment including a holiday cirque show & professional carolers 
🎅 Santa’s Cottage (reservations required) 
🎶 Live Music at Boxi Park & Town Center including the Hollywood Holidays Band
🍴 Lots of Dining Options: Great pizza, wings & craft beer at @parkpizzalakenona, to fancy small plates at @chromalakenona a variety of foods at @boxiparklakenona - we had Lobster Fries & Fried Shrimp! 
🍪 Holiday Cookies, Treats & Beverages! I loved the “Grinch” chocolate mint chip cookie paired with Hot Chocolate & Bailey’s 
🌊 @lakenonawavehotel Fa La La Bar featuring holiday cocktails 
Events this weekend: 
🐩 pet parade & costume contest (Saturday), 
🎄Christmas Creatures live animal encounter (Sunday),
🕎 Hannukah Celebration (Sunday Evening)
📍 Lake Nona Town Center
🗓️ Thursday - Sunday
🎟️ Admission is free 
For more information, visit @learnlakenona 
#MakeSomedayHappen 
(Media Invite) #GoEpicOrlando #LearnLakeNona
Favorite Sunday Brunch & Coffee spot in Portland, Favorite Sunday Brunch & Coffee spot in Portland, Oregon: @ProudMaryUSA
We’ve been fans of this Aussie cafe since owners Nolan & Shari opened in 2017. Super nice people! 
🥑 I always order the Avo Toast - one of the best anywhere! But on this last visit I felt like trying their new menu and the green shakshuka did not disappoint. So. Much. Flavor!!! 
☕️ Their coffee program is amazing! We ordered one of their deluxe pour overs and it was a process. From the proper grinding of the beans to the filters and the water used, to giving you a card with the story from the grower. It was fun to watch! 
Here’s what we ordered: 
☕️ Flat White 
☕️ Deluxe Pour Over: INDONESIA
4th Place Cup Of Excellence- IJEN LESTARI
Black cherry, grape, cola, & clove
🍳 green shakshuka: harissa labneh, dukkah, two poached eggs, toast + side of hash browns with their epic house hot sauce! Must Eat! 
🍜 noodle bowl: warm soba noodles, fried tofu, tea egg, avocado, green onion, daikon radish, togarashi
📍 2012 NE Alberta St. Portland, Oregon
Add Proud Mary to your #PDX list! 
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicPDX #GoEpicOregon #SundayBrunch
Hey Orlando Foodies, a culinary tour of @waldorfor Hey Orlando Foodies, a culinary tour of @waldorforlando & @signiabonnetcreek Bonnet Creek Resort is a Must Do! 
🍽️ Epicurious Sip & Savor event is this Friday December 9 from 7-11 pm, Indulge in a sumptuous showcase of 35 food & beverage tastings inspired by the renowned chefs of Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek.
Visit waldorfastoriaorlando.com/epicurious
If you miss this event, simply plan a foodie weekend and let your taste buds lead the way through the fantastic restaurants of this gorgeous resort, including famed Bull & Bear, La Luce, & Zeta Asia
Say Hi to their epic culinary team! 
👨🏼‍🍳 Bernard Fiemeyer, Complex Executive Chef @chefbernard7 
👨🏼‍🍳 Jeremy Gibboney, Executive Sous Chef, Waldorf Astoria Orlando @chefjeremy814 
👨🏼‍🍳 Dannilo Zapatel Herrera, Executive Sous Chef, Signia by Hilton Orlando @dannilosignia 
👨🏼‍🍳 Franck Riflaud, Complex Executive Pastry Chef @chocolatguimauve 
👨🏼‍🍳 Alberto Navarrete Arias, Chef D’Cuisine, La Luce @alberto.navarretearias 
👨🏼‍🍳 Juan Suarez, Chef D’Cuisine, Bull & Bear @chefjoju_su 
👨🏼‍🍳 Jesus Pinto, Chef Tournant, Zeta Asia
@jesuspinto0707 
🥇 Congrats again to Executive Chef Bernard Fiemeyer on receiving the prestigious title of Maître Cuisinier de France. His passion combined with classical French training and a flair for international cooking sets him apart as Orlando’s only Master Chef of France! 🥂
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
Hosted #GoEpicOrlando #WaldorfOrlando #SigniaBonnetCreek
🎉My favorite fancy donut shop in PDX - @bluesta 🎉My favorite fancy donut shop in PDX - @bluestardonuts - is celebrating its 10th Anniversary! 🎉 I got the chance to meet rockstar Pastry Chef Stephanie Thornton and totally fangirl over her EPIC “Once-in-a-Decade” Donut!  Guaranteed it will blow your mind! 
✨ 18-hour brioche made with vanilla & strawberry butter! 
✨Filled with strawberry jam
✨Dipped in yuzu-strawberry glaze -  the most incredible glacage!
✨Topped with piped mascarpone-vanilla whip, chocolate cocoa nibs, & gold dust! Oh my!
🥂Perfectly paired with a mini bottle of champagne!
It’s only available THIS WEEK as part of their 10th Anniversary celebration!
👉🏼 Pro-Foodie-Travel-Tip: When visiting Portland, Oregon, DO NOT MISS a stop at Blue Star Donuts. These “Donuts for Grown Ups” are the best in town!
🙏 *I’m begging @chefstephaniethornton for an Orlando location someday!  #MakeSomedayHappen 😉 
🎉 Happy Anniversary and Congrats Blue Star Donuts team. Thanks for letting me crash your party! 
#GoEpicPDX #GoEpicOregon #bestdonutsintheworld #BlueStarDonut
Are You Having Any Fun? We sure did on @norwegianc Are You Having Any Fun? We sure did on @norwegiancruiseline newest ship PRIMA!
Best Thing I Ate on #NorwegianPrima - Dessert Edition: 
🍰 Pastel de Tres Leche with Coconut Cream 
🍩 Churros with Dulce de Leche Caramel 
📍 Los Lobos Mexican Restaurant 
@thetravelbite and I were stuffed after our 2nd dinner of the night (🫣) but we had to get dessert so we ordered the Tres Leches Cake to share. I never say no to dessert!
We said we’d only have one bite…
* We finished the whole thing! 🤦🏻‍♀️🤣
Then… wait for it! 
We saw the Churros Tower at the table next to us and couldn’t resist. We did it for the Gram! I could have drank that Dulce de Leche sauce! 
Los Lobos is one of several specialty dining restaurants you can book onboard, and the biggest surprise. Much more than tacos, it was a more elevated experience. One of our favorite dinners onboard. The bonus we got to sit outdoors and dine with the sounds of the ocean. 🌊 
You gotta have fun! Always order two desserts!
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicCruise #TasteNorwegian #CruiseNorwegian
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I wish you a beautifu Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I wish you a beautiful day of sharing great food and wine with family and friends. Grateful for all the little things and most importantly all the wonderful people in my life. 💕
🍁 It’s the unofficial last day of fall! 🍂Enjoy pumpkin everything today…. Tomorrow Christmas Season “officially” begins…🎄
Which camp are you in?
🦃 -🎄”Xmas comes after Thanksgiving” & you’ll set up your Xmas tree this weekend
OR
🎃- 🎄”Xmas after Halloween” & your Xmas tree is already up
I’ve always loved Thanksgiving - a day centered around spending time with loved ones and sharing entirely too much food. So I’m in the “Xmas after Thanksgiving” camp. But if you’re excited for Christmas and want to get 2 months out of all the decorations, I get it if your tree is up already.
Enjoy the season and all the little things that make you happy. Cheers! 🥂
Caffeinated: Morning, Noon & Night - At Sea! ☕️ This coffee lover enjoyed Shaken Espresso in the morning with a great ocean view, Nitro from a Beach Cart and a fantastic sustainable Espresso Martini on @norwegiancruiseline newest ship #NorwegianPrima. The gorgeous ocean views, and sunsets were the most relaxing pairing. 
☕️ Starbucks at Indulge Food Hall was a great spot for breakfast. Full Starbucks menu including our favorite Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso with Oat Milk, you can’t beat the shorter lines than the second location in the atrium & fun swinging chairs on the deck. 
⛱️ Starbucks Cart at NCL private island Stirrup Cay served Nitro Cold Brew all day! 
🥃 Metropolitan Bar’s Café Replay - think an elevated espresso martini - made with Avorza Ultra Premium Organic vodka, Angostura bitters, Frangelico, spent coffee ground cordial, pineapple juice was so inventive. I enjoyed chatting with Clarence, resident mixologist about the full list of sustainable cocktails made from discarded food products.
Are you a coffee fanatic? Which coffee experience would you choose?
☕️ Happy #NationalEspressoDay ☕️
Thank you to my coffee-loving travel buddy @thetravelbite for discovering the short line Starbucks on our first morning! 
Media Hosted #GoEpicCruise #TasteNorwegian #CruiseNorwegian #Espresso #CoffeeLover
Do Not Disturb. Currently dreaming of my next crui Do Not Disturb. Currently dreaming of my next cruise vacation! Do you love cruising?
I had the awesome opportunity to sail #NorwegianPrima on its inaugural sailing from Port of Miami this week and it was fabulous! Thank you @norwegiancruiseline and @thetravelbite 🎉
PRIMA, first in its class, was gorgeous! Loved the modern design, the artwork, the shows, and all the fun spaces to relax and hangout throughout the ship. I was so impressed with the food and beverage program, the new food hall concept, all the options for freestyle dining, and the sustainable cocktails. 
If you’re looking for a wonderful foodie cruise vacation, check out Norwegian Prima. There are some great Black Friday deals happening right now. Book it! 
Nothing better than your first cocktail on deck… the Miami skyline is always gorgeous at sunset. BTW this was one of my favorite cocktails - La Madrina. An Aperol Spritz taken to the next level: Avorza Ultra Premium Organic vodka, Aperol, strawberry and orange oleo, lime juice, fresh lime, ginger beer. Fantastic! 
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
Hosted #GoEpicCruise #CruiseNorwegian #cruiselife #nclprima
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