The celebration of The Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary is underway, and we’re excited to share Disney100 will ramp up at Walt Disney World Resort beginning late September! Throughout the year, we’ve been celebrating the fans and storytellers who have sparked the joy that is Disney over the last century. It’s been so fun to see all of the special surprises at Disney Parks across the globe helping fans and families relive beloved Disney memories and experience new, heartwarming stories.
Guests may have heard that EPCOT will be the center of the Disney100 celebration at Walt Disney World, marking not only a century of magic and innovation, but also ushering in the future as the multi-year transformation of the park wraps up.
So, what’s in store for this limited-time celebration at EPCOT? Keep reading to learn about everything that will debut on Sept. 22!
Taken a selfie with any of the Disney100 backdrops located at all four theme parks and Disney Springs? Guests will be able to snap a photo with a new platinum Mickey Mouse sculpture in World Celebration with Spaceship Earth in the background. And don’t forget about the dazzling Disney100 Magic Shots and PhotoPass offerings currently available across Walt Disney World.
Be sure to check out the all-new mural at the heart of World Celebration to see how many of the 100 Disney characters Guests can find in the incredible scene. This expansive mural located along the walkway to World Showcase will feature some of your favorite characters hidden throughout the various neighborhoods of EPCOT. The rest of World Celebration will also be decked out in Disney100 platinum banners and décor.
Guests will be able to meet, hug and snap a photo with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their platinum best in the Imagination! pavilion. They won’t be the only ones sparkling in honor of the celebration. Spaceship Earth will light up each night with special colors and lights accompanied by the Disney100 anthem, a unique rendition of When You Wish Upon a Star.
Sip and savor tastes of the Disney100 celebration with four limited-time food & beverage locations during both the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival and the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays! We can’t wait to sample all of the culinary delights and delectable drinks that evoke new and timeless Disney memories.
That’s not the only exclusive food and beverage Guests will be able to enjoy during the celebration! They won’t want to miss out on the purple metallic Mickey Balloon Premium Popcorn Bucket available only at EPCOT during Disney100.
We can’t wait to welcome Guests to EPCOT to see the ongoing transformation of the park and join the excitement of the Disney100 celebration at Walt Disney World from Sept. 22 to Dec. 31, 2023. Be sure to share favorite Disney100 memories on social with #Disney100. And stay tuned to the Disney Travel News for details about even more new experiences debuting during the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival and EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays.
Walt Disney World Resort is supposed to be a magical and wholesome place for Guests of all ages. Unfortunately, all it takes is one lousy Guest to ruin the experience for everyone.
An unfortunate incident took place at EPCOT when a Guest assaulted a Cast Member on Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is a popular attraction based on the hit Disney-Pixar film. It allows Guests to shrink down to the size of a rat and embark on a thrilling adventure through the sights, sounds, and smells of Gusteau’s restaurant in Paris. On this day, a ride breakdown on Remy’s ride ended up resulting in a massive fight between a Guest and a ride worker.
On May 30, 2021, Seth Griffin Davis was spending a day at EPCOT. According to witnesses, Davis was waiting in line to ride Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure when the line stopped moving. Davis was then seen approaching a Cast Member to ask what had happened to the ride. The Cast Member informed him that the ride was experiencing technical issues and that Davis would not be able to go back in line for the attraction at this time.
This news made Davis irate, and he began having a heated argument with the Cast Member. At this time, the Cast Member went to go get his supervisor to help with the situation.
After the supervisor arrived, Davis began fighting with her as well. The supervisor attempted to aid the situation by adding Davis and his family to the lightning lane for the ride when it reopened, but the iPad could not scan their tickets. This escalated to Davis slapping the iPad out of the supervisor’s hand, causing an injury to her left wrist and ribcage. The supervisor was sent to the hospital for her injuries.
The police responded to the scene at the Disney Park, where they arrested Davis and transported him to the Orange County Jail.
This situation is very disturbing to hear. At this time, Davis has pleaded not guilty to this crime.
The most wonderful time of the year is almost here! No, we’re not talking about the holidays. We’re talking about the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival. This year’s menus have been released, and we’re so excited to have some of our old favorites and also some new items to try.
From a Disney Cast Member;
The time of year all foodies have been waiting for is just a few weeks away. And you know what it is – the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE! This celebration kicks off on July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, and is filled with thrilling and delicious offerings celebrating the various cultures and cuisines across the globe.
With nearly 30 – yes, you heard that right – Global Marketplaces this year, your taste buds will go on a journey with flavors, ingredients and signature delights from various countries around the world. This year, the Festival not only welcomes new dishes, like the Dark Chocolate Fondue from The Alps and the Chilaquiles from Flavors of America, but also four brand-new Global Marketplaces – Char & Chop, Wine & Wedge, Bubbles & Brine and Swirled Showcase! Also, experiment with delicious flavors at Brew-Wing Labat the Odyssey where guests will embark on a flavorful adventure, featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his assistant, Beaker, from Muppet Labs!
As you taste your way throughout the Festival, you’ll want to take part in a returning fan-favorite, Emile’s Fromage Montage. This delicious food stroll features several cheesy goodies from the Global Marketplaces. Simply pick up a Festival Passport and collect stamps by purchasing five of these items. Once you’ve gotten them all, head over to Shimmering Sips for a special redemption prize.
But that’s not all! As the sun goes down, the tunes come out with the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue Medicare featuring nightly performances from local and renowned musical acts. Check out the full line-up here.
Are you ready for the full menus for this year? I know I am. Let me present to you the 2023 Foodie Guide for the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE!
Bon appétit.
India
Food Items:
Curry-spiced Crispy Cheese with mango-curry ketchup (Emile’s Fromage Montage)
Potato and Pea Samosa with coriander-lime cream (Plant-based)
Chicken Tikka Masala with fennel-spiced yogurt and naan bread
Beverages:
Mango Lassi (Non-alcoholic)
Taj Mahal Premium Lager
SULA Brut Tropicale Sparkling Wine
SULA Chenin Blanc
Mango Lassi with Sōmrus Chai Cream Liqueur
CORKCICLE Stemless Flute
Refreshment Outpost
Food Item:
Spicy Githeri with white beans, pigeon peas, curried BEN’S ORIGINAL Long Grain & Wild Rice, and kachumbari slaw (Plant-based)
Southern Pimento Cheese with bread-and-butter pickled vegetables and grilled bread (New) (Emile’s Fromage Montage)
Artist Palette of Wine and Cheese: Assorted Artisanal Cheeses and Accoutrements paired with Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese, Hartley Apple Brandy, and Florida Orange Groves Winery Black and Blue Port (New)
Florida Orange Groves Winery Black and Blue Port (New)
Flight
NEW! Bubbles & Brine (Opening Later This Fall)
Food Items:
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with prosecco cocktail sauce and grilled lemon (New)
Jonah Crab Claw Cocktail with stone-ground mustard sauce (New)
Caviar with traditional accompaniments, champagne cream, and blini (New)
Beverages:
Moët & Chandon Impérial
Veuve Clicquot Rosé
Dom Pérignon
NEW! Swirled Showcase (Opening Later This Fall)
Food Items:
Mickey-shaped Liquid Nitro Cake
Soft-serve in a Waffle Cone
Vanilla
Apple-Cinnamon
Salted Caramel
Cream Soda Float with vanilla soft-serve
Fanta Grape Float with vanilla soft-serve
Beverages:
Frozen Apple Pie (Non-alcoholic)
Cinnamon Apple Cider (Non-alcoholic)
3 Daughters Toasted Coconut Porter
3 Daughters Toasted Coconut Porter Float with vanilla soft-serve
Berry Fizz Fragolino Red Sparkling Wine Float with vanilla soft-serve
Mexico
Food Items:
Tostada de Carnitas: Braised pork on a fried corn tortilla with black beans, avocado mousse, queso fresco, and chives (New)
Taco de Costilla: Slow-braised beef short rib on a corn tortilla with salsa de chile morita, avocado mousse, and spring onions (New)
Pastel Imposible: Layers of traditional Mexican flan and tres leches with guava and cajeta (New)
Beverages:
Mexican Craft Beer
Trouble in Paradise Margarita: Ilegal Mezcal, Combier Watermelon Liqueur, Rosé Wine, Lime Juice, and Agave with a Chili-Lime Powder Rim (New)
Fly Away Margarita: Nocheluna Sotol, Pineapple-Ginger Juice, Chile Ancho Verde Liqueur, and Ambhar Blanco Tequila with a Sweet Dried Chili Salt Rim (NEW)
France
Food Items:
Beignet aux Trois Fromages: Warm beignet filled with three cheese blend
Croissant aux Escargots: Escargot croissant with garlic and parsley
Boeuf Bourguignon, Pommes Dauphine: Braised short ribs in cabernet with puffed potatoes
Crème Brûlée Vanille à la Confiture de Fraises: Vanilla crème brûlée with house-made strawberry jam
Beverages:
Strawberry Rose Mimosa: Pol Remy Sparkling Wine, orange juice, and Monin Strawberry Rose
Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon Blend (New)
Chardonnay (New)
Parisian Cosmo Slush: Vodka, Grey Goose Le Citron Vodka, Grand Marnier, and cranberry juice (New)
Cavatelli with sweet sausage ragoût and crispy Applewood-smoked bacon (New)
Lemon Ricotta Cheesecake with vanilla cream and strawberry compote (New)
Beverages:
Prosecco
Moscato
Chianti
Italian Sangria (Red or White)
Italian Margarita with tequila and limoncello
Peroni Pilsner
China
Food Items:
Pan-fried Chicken Dumplings with house-made sweet-and-spicy sauce
Crispy Duck Bao Bun with hoisin sauce (New)
Dandan Noodles: Spicy pork with Sichuan sauce, peanut butter, and sesame
Beverages:
Passion Fruit Bubble Tea (Non-alcoholic)
Fiery Dream: Citrus vodka, triple sec, guava nectar, and spicy hot honey syrup
ByeJoe Punch: Chinese BaiJiu spirit, piña colada mix, lychee syrup, and sparkling water
Fireworks: Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila, citrus vodka, orange juice, and mango syrup
Brew Hub Lychee Foo Draft Beer
Japan
Food Items:
Teriyaki Chicken Bun: Steamed bun filled with chicken, vegetables, and teriyaki sauce
Fire Taiko Roll: Sushi roll with spicy tuna, cucumber, and pickled daikon radish served with spicy sauce (New)
Beef Wa-Gyu Don: Traditional Japanese rice bowl with American wagyu beef over steamed white rice (New)
Beverages:
Sake Passion Cocktail (New)
Moon on the Water Sake (New)
Brew Hub Momo Amber Ale (New)
Funnel Cake
Food Item:
Candied Bacon Funnel Cake: Funnel Cake topped with Vanilla Ice Cream, Candied Bacon, and Maple Syrup Drizzle (New)
Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company
The American Adventure – Nutty Caramel Mocha Cold Brew: A sweet blend of caramel mudslide cold brew, caramel syrup, peanut butter syrup, and chocolate syrup topped with whipped cream and caramel sauce (Spirited version available with Carolans Peanut Butter Irish Cream Liqueur)(New)
Near Canada – Frozen Roseberry: A refreshing blend of frozen lemon and strawberry-rose syrup (Spirited version available with Grey Goose Vodka)(New)
World Discovery (Near Mission: SPACE) – Amaretto Iced Tea: A sweet and nutty blend of black iced tea and amaretto syrup (Spirited version available with Citrónge Orange Liqueur)(New)
World Showcase (Near Disney Traders) – Java Horchata: A sweet blend of espresso and horchata topped with whipped cream and cinnamon (Spirited version available with Grey Goose Vodka and Kahlúa Liqueur) (New)
There you have it – the Foodie Guide to this year’s EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE! I hope you and your tastebuds enjoy a flavorful journey across the globe.
With exciting events like this and so many more, the possibilities for fun and adventure are endless at Disney Parks!
One of the most exciting events is just around the corner at Walt Disney World Resort. From July 27 until November 18, EPCOT is inviting Guests to “…take a culinary tour across six continents at this celebration of cuisine from around the world.” The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, presented by CORKCICLE, is one of the most thrilling events of the year. With the beginning of the festival just a few weeks away, Disney is beginning to announce the incredible offerings Guests can expect this year.
For years, Disney fans have been begging for more of the Muppets in the Parks. This hilarious group has been beloved by fans for decades, and Guests have been waiting to see them be used more throughout Walt Disney World Resort. Now, Disney has listened in a big way.
It has just been announced that the Muppets will become a featured element of this year’s Food and Wine Festival. Muppet Labs is creating a whole new experience where Guests can join Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his zany assistant, Beaker, at the Brew-Ling Lab, an all-new taste-testing headquarters coming to the food festival.
Who says science can’t mix with snacks? At the Brew-Wing Labs, Guests will be able to taste-teste some unique flavor combinations with treats like the Unnecessarily Spicy, Yet Extremely Tasty Scotch Bonnet Pepper-Curry Wings and the Pickle Milkshake.
This new addition to the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival sounds absolutely awesome. Brew-Wing Labs seems like an incredible way of making the Festival more interactive and appealing to a broader audience while also offering delicious food. We can’t wait to see what else Disney has in store for us when the Food & Wine Festival, presented by CORKCICLE, comes to the Parks on July 27.
The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE is right around the corner, and today, we’re excited to share more details – including a brand-new experience that brings a whole new meaning to molecular gastronomy!
From July 27 to November 18, guests can take a culinary tour across six continents at this celebration of cuisine from around the world. From delectable Global Marketplaces and fresh new merch to nightly live entertainment, there’s so much for guests of all ages to enjoy.
Flavorful Fun is Brew-Wing at Odyssey
Don your lab coats and prepare to experiment with delicious flavors as Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey invites guests on a flavorful adventure, featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Muppet Labs!
That’s right – Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his faithful assistant, Beaker, of Muppet Labs will welcome Guests to their taste-testing headquarters, where the inventive duo are busy creating scientific snacks and mind-blowing beverages. Guests will have a chance to sample some of their kooky concoctions like the Unnecessarily Spicy, Yet Extremely Tasty Scotch Bonnet Pepper-Curry Wings, or the Pickle Milkshake. Consider it a flavor experiment in the name of science!
Global Marketplaces to Satisfy Every Palate
Get ready to sip and savor at more than 25 Global Marketplaces including returning favorites such as The Fry Basket, Flavors from Fire, Canada, India and Spain marketplaces. Also coming later this fall, the culinary team will add four new Global Marketplaces to commemorate the Disney100 celebration: Char & Chop, Wine & Wedge, Bubbles & Brine and Swirled Showcase. Stay tuned to the Disney Travel News, where more details will be shared in a Foodie Guide soon.
Sizzling Sounds at America Gardens Theatre
Wrap up a fun-filled day by enjoying live musical entertainment at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue Medicare, featuring a blend of chart-topping musical acts and a taste of Orlando’s local talent. Guests can secure a spot for these performances with an Eat to the Beat Dining Package.
Note that to experience any in-park offerings, guests must have valid theme park admission and may need a theme park reservation depending on type of admission and date of visit. The ability to visit a theme park is subject to the park’s capacity limitations. As we continue to count down the days until the beginning of the festival, stay tuned to Disney Travel News for more updates.