Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic provides a deliciously fun experience

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The iconic pyramid-shaped hotel, glowing with vibrant lights against the night sky and framed by palm trees beside shimmering water, captures the magical atmosphere guests love about Walt Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin Resorts.

This weekend marked the eight annual Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic. The extravagant event brought people together to enjoy great food, fantastic beverages, live music and much more at the beautiful Swan and Dolphin Resort.

The event was headlined of course by the delicious food from the resort’s own award-winning restaurants including Il Mulino New York Trattoria, Shula’s Steak House, Todd English’s bluezoo, Kimonos and more.

Some of the incredible food included:

Handcrafted Pork Belly from Cib’s Smoke Shop

A delectable pork belly slice with vibrant sauces, fresh microgreens, and creative garnishes arranged on a white plate, capturing the magical flavors featured at the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic at Walt Disney World Resort.

Dragon Roll from Kimono’s

A tempting sushi roll featuring shrimp and avocado, artfully arranged with garnish on a white plate alongside wasabi, pickled ginger, and fresh greens—an exciting bite to enjoy during the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic at Walt Disney World Resort.

Oven Roasted Beef Rib Eye from Shula’s Steak House

A slice of beef topped with savory brown sauce, served alongside mashed potatoes and a bright green garnish on a white plate, brings the upscale culinary magic you’d expect from EPCOT’s Food & Wine Classic right to your table.

And you can’t forget the dessert.

A tempting selection of gourmet desserts on a sleek black tray—featuring creamy mousse cups, fresh fruit bites, and decadent chocolate-covered treats—captures the spirit of sweet indulgence guests savor at Walt Disney World’s Food & Wine Classic held at the Swan and Dolphin Resort.

Three rows of colorful pastries—yellow, chocolate, and pink—sit on a glossy black platter, tempting guests with a lineup worthy of EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival, perfectly blending Disney flair with gourmet delight.

Aside from the food, there was a plethora of wine and beer options from all over the world for the guests attending the event.

Bottles of white wine, sparkling wine, and rosé are neatly displayed on metal shelves in a storage area, ready to delight theme park guests with tastes inspired by the Food & Wine Classic at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort.

A tempting lineup of craft beers and ciders set out on a sleek black table, surrounded by rustic crates and boxes, bringing the vibrant flavors of the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic to Disney World’s entertainment-filled atmosphere.

In fact, the Terrace Beer Garden featured several local breweries including Playalinda Brewing Co., Walking Tree Brewery, Crooked Can Brewing Company and more.

The Beer Garden also featured special food offerings to pair with your brew.

Pretzel Bites

Two salted pretzels rest on a wooden board beside a small glass jar of mustard, echoing the mouthwatering snacks you’d find during EPCOT’s Food & Wine Classic at Walt Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin Resort.

Bratwurst

Sausage sandwich stacked with sautéed peppers, served on a rustic wooden tray next to a bowl of seasoned potato chunks—perfect for guests wanting to savor the culinary magic inspired by the flavors of EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival.

A gift shop was also set up, carrying some of the wines and beers that you could find at the event, as well as special merchandise commemorating the Food & Wine Classic including coasters, calendars, Christmas ornaments and more.

A table at the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic features stacks of branded coasters and a calendar open to January 2018, while guests mix and mingle in the lively festival atmosphere—capturing the excitement of this signature Disney resort culinary event.

On top of all the great food, wine and beer, there was plenty of entertainment being offered at the event as well. Live bands played throughout the night, bringing guests to the dance floor when they were ready to step aways from their plates.

There was even a bit of Halloween fun when a zombie dance group performed to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.”

The Carnival Corner section, which served favorites like corndogs and funnel cakes,  also featured games where guests could win some of the wines and beers they tasted at the event.

There was certainly something for everyone at the 2017 Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic. There was plenty of fun to be head and of course, great food and wine. What more could you ask for?

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