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*Disney generously gave us tickets to Walt Disney World. As always, all opinions are my own.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2019 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We had a wonderful time on our recent trip to Epcot. We were able to taste our way around the world at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival<\/a><\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From August 29 until November 23, 2019, Epcot is having their annual International Food and Wine Festival at the Epcot World Showcase.<\/a><\/strong> Just when you thought Epcot couldn’t get any yummier…well, they do. This festival is a foodie’s dream! In addition to all of the delicious dishes, the festival also offers fine wine, craft beer, spirits, and other beverages (some non-alcoholic). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your admission to the park includes visiting the festival and no additional ticket is required to attend the Food & Wine Festival. Each Marketplace Booth represents a different country. They offer a small portion of popular dishes from their region (costing anywhere from $3-$8). While enjoying the festival, you can order whatever you like and sit anywhere to enjoy your food. I highly recommend wearing stretchy pants on the day of your visit to this festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each menu shows which dishes are vegan, gluten-free, and\/or kid-approved. There is also a recommended food and drink pairing. I always have trouble knowing what drinks pair well with certain foods so this is a great help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Above photo: Menu in France – showing which foods are kid-approved, gluten-free, and vegan (the Creme Brulee is all 3!). Some menus also have a recommended food and wine pairing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Before heading into the World Showcase, you can stop by the Epcot Food and Wine Festival Welcome Center to receive details and helpful tips and information. Here at the Welcome Center, you can get a Park Map, Times Guide, and Festival Passport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Above photo: As you enter the park, don’t forget to get your maps and info at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival Welcome Center <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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As we entered the World Showcase, we headed east because…well… the smells of Thailand and Mexico were calling our name!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are over 30 individual marketplaces and about 200 dishes to enjoy while at this festival – so many great options! Here is the route we took, Marketplaces we visited, and the dishes we enjoyed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thailand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Thailand (Food):<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
  • Marinated Chicken with Peanut Sauce and Stir-fried Vegetables (Kid-Approved)<\/li>
  • Shrimp and Cold Noodle Salad<\/li>
  • Red Hot Spicy Thai Curry Beef with Steamed Rice<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Wine & Drinks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    • Singha Lager<\/li>
    • Maison Willm R\u00e9serve Gew\u00fcrztraminer, Alsace also available<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Mexico<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      Mexico<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
      • Taco de Puerco: Shredded Pork Belly on a Corn Tortilla with Salsa Verde<\/li>
      • Tostada de Carne: Braised Beef on a Corn Tostada with Mole Oaxaque\u00f1o and Chicharr\u00f3n Dust<\/li>
      • Capirotada de Chocolate: Chocolate Bread Pudding served with Chocolate Abuelita Cr\u00e8me Anglaise<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Wine & Drinks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        • Cerveza Por Favor: Mexican Craft Beer served with a Liqueur Floater<\/li>
        • Mexican Sangria: Red Wine, Blackcurrant Liqueur, Citrus Juices, Strawberry Pur\u00e9e, and Rum<\/li>
        • Clasica Reyes Margarita: 100% Agave Tequila, Ancho Reyes Liqueur, Lime Juice, and Agave Nectar served on the rocks with a Taj\u00edn Chile-Lime Powder Rim<\/li>
        • Smokey Margarita: Mezcal Ilegal, Pineapple-Ginger Juice, Agave Nectar, 100% Agave Tequila and Ancho Reyes Liqueur served on the rocks with a spicy Salt Rim also available<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          The Alps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          The Alps (Food)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
          • Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese with Baby Potatoes, Cornichons and Baguette (Vegan & Kid-Approved)<\/li>
          • Venison Stew with Crushed Potatoes<\/li>
          • Blueberry and Almond Frangipane Tart with Cr\u00e8me Fra\u00eeche Cream and Blue Diamond\u00ae Almonds (Vegan & Kid-Approved) <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Wine & Drinks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            • Domaine CARREL et Fils Eug\u00e8ne Jongieux Blanc<\/li>
            • Cave De La C\u00f4te Ros\u00e9 Gamay, Romand<\/li>
            • Ren\u00e9 Favre D\u00f4le, Chamoson<\/li>
            • Frozen Ros\u00e9<\/li>
            • Wine Flight also available<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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              China<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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              China (Food):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

              • Wuxi Spareribs<\/li>
              • Chicken Dumplings with Chinese Slaw (Kid-Approved)<\/li>
              • Mala Chicken and Shrimp Bao Bun<\/li>
              • Black Pepper Shrimp with Garlic Noodles<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Wine & Drinks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                • Mango Bubble Tea with Assam Black Tea and Milk (Non-alcoholic)<\/li>
                • Jasmine Draft Beer<\/li>
                • Happy Peach: Peach Liqueur and Dark Rum<\/li>
                • Kung Fu Punch: Vodka, Triple Sec, Mango Syrup and Orange Juice<\/li>
                • Byejoe Punch: Chinese Bai Jiu Spirit, Lychee, Coconut & Pineapple Juice<\/li>
                • Year of the Piggy: Light Rum, Triple Sec, Lychee Syrup, Lime Juice & Sprite also available<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                  Germany<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                  Germany (Food):<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
                  • Schinkennudeln<\/em>: Pasta Gratin with Ham, Onions & Cheese (Kid-Approved)<\/li>
                  • Roast Bratwurst in a Prop and Peller\u00ae Pretzel Roll (Kid-Approved)<\/li>
                  • Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce (Vegan and Kid-Approved)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    Wine and Drinks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    • Weihenstephaner Festbier Lager, Freising<\/li>
                    • August Kesseler R Riesling Kabinett, Rheingau<\/li>
                    • J&H Selbach Bernkasteler Kurf\u00fcrstlay Riesling Kabinett, Mosel<\/li>
                    • Selbach-Oster 2016 Zeltinger Schlossberg Riesling Sp\u00e4tlese, Mosel<\/li>
                    • Villa Wolf Pinot Noir, Pfalz<\/li>
                    • Riesling Flight also available<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                      India<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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                      India (Food):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      • Warm Indian Bread with Pickled Garlic, Mango Salsa and Coriander Pesto Dips (Vegan and Kid-Approved)<\/li>
                      • Madras Red Curry with Roasted Cauliflower, Baby Carrots, Chickpeas and Uncle Ben\u2019s\u00ae Basmati Rice (Vegan and Gluten-Free)<\/li>
                      • Korma Chicken with Cucumber Tomato Salad, Almonds, Cashews and Warm Naan Bread<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                        Wine & Drinks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        • Mango Lassi (Non-alcoholic & Kid-Approved) also available<\/li>
                        • Godfather Lager<\/li>
                        • Sula Chenin Blanc, Nashik<\/li>
                        • Sula Shiraz, Nashik<\/li>
                        • Mango Lassi with S\u014dmrus Chai Cream Liqueur <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                          Spain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                          Spain (Food):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                          • Charcuterie in a Cone with imported Spanish Meats, Cheeses & Olives with Herb Vinaigrette<\/li>
                          • Spanish-style Paella with Botifarra and Roasted Chicken<\/li>
                          • Seafood Salad with Shrimp, Bay Scallops, Mussels, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, White Balsamic Vinegar and Smoked Paprika (Gluten-Free)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                            Wine & Drinks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            • Lagar de Bouza Albari\u00f1o, R\u00edas Baixas<\/li>
                            • Casa Castillo Monastrell, Jumilla<\/li>
                            • Espelt Garnacha Old Vines, Catalonia<\/li>
                            • Wine Flight also available<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                              Africa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                              Africa (Food):<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
                              • Kenyan Coffee Barbecue Beef Tenderloin with Sweet Potato and Corn Mealie Pap and Kachumbari Slaw<\/li>
                              • Spicy Kenyan Vegan Githeri with White Beans, Pigeon Peas, Curry Rice Pilaf and Kachumbari Slaw (Vegan)<\/li>
                              • Piri-Piri Skewered Shrimp with Citrus-scented Couscous<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                Wine & Drinks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n