Luckily, this year, as we continue to move forward amid COVID-19, Disney Parks has dropped the “Taste of EPCOT” name and is now calling it EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival once again!
Here is everything you need to know about the 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival.
2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
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In 2021, Walt Disney World is starting the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival on July 15 with its famous Global Marketplaces, Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak, merchandise, and more! The event will run through November 20.
Disney Parks Blog shared the following information about the upcoming festival:
Start whetting your appetites, because the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival begins July 15 at Walt Disney World Resort!
This year’s event will kick off with Global Marketplaces, including the return of many favorites – Canada, Greece, Germany, Hops and Barley, Appleseed Orchard and others. Even more marketplaces will join the international smorgasbord as the festival continues on into the fall before wrapping on Nov. 20.
Additionally, families will once again be able to participate in Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak, listen to musical performances by Voice of Liberty, the Jammin’ Chefs, and Mariachi Cobre, and even sample delicious foods and drinks from around the world.
There will be lots of ways for families to enjoy this year’s event (beyond just eating lots of great food, of course):
Sample all sorts of delicious cheeses served in fun ways as part of Emile’s Fromage Montage – if you collect a stamp from five different Global Marketplaces, you’ll earn a prize!
Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak will send you on a savory scavenger hunt in search of Remy statuettes hidden all over the park.
Take a tasty souvenir home from the new merchandise collections, including a festival collection featuring a spirit jersey, baseball cap and so much more.
Listen to musical favorites performed by Voices of Liberty, Mariachi Cobre and the Jammin’ Chefs.
How to plan for the Disney Food & Wine Festival
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When visiting a Disney World festival like Food & Wine, it is important to plan ahead — otherwise you may miss out on some offerings. That is why we put together an entire guide to help you navigate everything about the 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival.
In this guide, we will cover topics such as dates, food booths, offerings, events, budgeting, planning, and more! Let’s get started.
The 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will begin on July 15 with its famous Global Marketplaces, Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak, merchandise, and more! The event will run through November 20.
How much time should you allow for the Disney Food & Wine Festival?
This question is asked by many Guests wanting to visit the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival for the first time, however, this really depends on each Guest, their family, and their priorities. If you are looking to try something from every single food booth, you will have to allow at least two full days in EPCOT, if not more. (There are a lot of food options!)
If you are looking to just pick and choose from the booths and select only a handful of locations to try, half a day in the World Showcase is more than likely plenty of time.
Food and wine to try at the Disney Food & Wine Festival
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EPCOT will be filled with a variety of food choices, perfect for every palate. Per Disney Parks Blog:
Our festival chefs always focus on authenticity through ingredients, cooking techniques, and presentation to honor the diverse cuisines. And our beverage team thoughtfully pairs wine and beer with the selections at each global marketplace, providing a fantastic variety for our guests.
Emile’s Fromage Montage is the perfect way to get your cheese fix if you are a cheese lover like I am! Check your Festival Passport for the five select marketplaces to purchase delicious cheese dishes, collect your stamps, then stroll over to Shimmering Sips marketplace for a special prize!
What global marketplaces will be open at the Disney Food & Wine Festival?
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Below you will find a full list of marketplaces at the 2021 Food & Wine Festival:
Earth Eats hosted by Impossible™ (Between Imagination! and Refreshment Port)
Food:
The Impossible Burger Slider with Wasabi Cream and Spicy Slaw on a Sesame Seed Bun (plant-based)
Impossible Three-Bean Chili (gluten/wheat friendly; plant-based; new)
Beverages:
Spiced Apple Twinings of London Chai Tea (non-alcoholic; new)
Stephen Vincent Pinot Noir, California (new)
Spiced Apple Twinings of London Chai Tea with Whiskey (new)
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NEW! The Noodle Exchange (Near Traveler’s Café)
Food:
Traditional Spicy Vietnamese Beef Pho with Shaved Beef, Enoki Mushrooms, and Thai Basil (gluten/wheat friendly; new)
Char Siu Pork Udon with Enoki Mushrooms, Bok Choy, and Soy Pickled Egg (new)
Shrimp and Coconut Curry Rice Noodles with Shiitake Mushrooms and Thai Basil (gluten/wheat friendly; new)
Tofu Pho with Enoki Mushrooms and Thai Basil (gluten/wheat friendly; plant-based; new)
Beverages:
Playalinda Brewing Company Yaupon Brothers Green Tea Pale Ale, Titusville, FL (new)
A to Z Riesling, Oregon (new)
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Shimmering Sips hosted by CORKCICLE (Near Port of Entry)
Food:
Shimmering Strawberry Soft-serve in a Waffle Cone
Banana Bread with Mixed Berry Compote (plant-based)
Beverages:
Tropical Mimosa with Sparkling Wine and Passion Fruit, Orange, and Guava Juices
Key Lime Mimosa with Key Lime Sparkling Wine and Cranberry Juice
Blood Orange Mimosa with Sparkling Wine and Blood Orange Juice
Mimosa Flight
CORKCICLE Stemless Flute
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Australia (Near Port of Entry)
Food:
Grilled Sweet and Spicy Bush Berry Shrimp with Pineapple, Pepper, Onion, and Snap Peas (gluten/wheat friendly)
Roasted Lamb Chop with Sweet Potato Purée, Bush Berry Pea Salad, and Pistachio-Pomegranate Gremolata (gluten/wheat friendly)
Deconstructed Pavlova with Pastry Cream, Citrus-macerated Berries, and Lemon Myrtle Meringue (gluten/wheat friendly)
Beverages:
Coopers Brewery Original Pale Ale
Cape Mentelle Sauvignon Blanc Semillon (new)
Robert Oatley Chardonnay (new)
Château Tanunda Grand Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon (new)
Wine Flight
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Refreshment Port hosted by Boursin® (Near Canada)
Food:
Braised Beef Poutine: French Fries, Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs Cheese Sauce, Cheese Curds, and Gherkin Relish (new)
Maple Boursin Cheesecake with Whipped Boursin Maple Bourbon Cheese and Candied Pecans
Beverages:
Numanthia Termes Tinta de Toro Red Wine (new)
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Ireland (Near United Kingdom) – Opening Oct. 1
Food:
Fisherman’s Seafood Pie
Warm Chocolate Pudding Cake with Irish Cream Liqueur Custard
Roasted Irish Sausage with Colcannon Potatoes and Onion Gravy
Beverages:
Kilkenny Irish Cream Ale
Guinness Baileys Shake
Bunratty Mead Honey Wine
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Canada
Food:
Canadian Cheddar and Bacon Soup served with a Pretzel Roll
Truffle Macaroni and Cheese with Herbed Panko (new)
Cowboy Macaroni and Cheese with Smoked Pork Belly, Brisket Burnt Ends, Pickled Peppers, and Onion Straws (new)
Macaroni and Cheese with House-made Italian Sausage and Peppers (plant-based)
Beverages:
81Bay Brewing Co. Lemon Hazy IPA, Tampa, FL (new)
L’Ecole No. 41 Chenin Blanc Old Vines, Columbia Valley, WA
Evolution by Sokol Blosser Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR
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Mexico
Food:
Chilaquiles con Chorizo: Crispy Corn Tortillas tossed in Salsa Verde and Monterey Jack Cheese topped with Crema Mexicana, Queso Cotija, Pickled Onions, and Ground Chorizo (new)
Taco de Ribeye: Shaved Ribeye, Red Onions, and Poblano Peppers on a Corn Tortilla with Ranchera Salsa, Cotija Cheese, and Chives (new)
Capirotada de Chocolate: Abuelita Chocolate Bread Pudding served with a Chocolate Crème Anglaise
Beverages:
Mexican Craft Beer: Tulum Artisanal Lager crafted with Citrus notes and made with Mexican Caribbean Seawater
El Tigre Margarita: Ojo de Tigre Mezcal with Pomegranate, Prickly Pear, Pineapple, and Ginger Juices served on the rocks with a Hibiscus Salt Rim (new)
La Clásica Reyes Margarita: Centinela Blanco Tequila, Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur, Abasolo Corn Whiskey, Lime Juice, and Agave Nectar served on the rocks with a Chile Piquín Salt Rim (new)
White Passion Fruit Sangria: White Wine, Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur, and a hint of Ilegal Mezcal (new)
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France
Food:
Beignet aux Trois Fromages: Warm Beignet filled with Three Cheeses (new)
Croissant aux Escargots: Escargot Croissant with Garlic and Parsley
Coq au Vin, Pommes Dauphine: Chicken braised in Burgundy Wine with Bacon and Puffed Potatoes (new)
Crème Brûlée au Grand Mariner: Vanilla Crème Brûlée with Grand Marnier Liqueur (contains alcohol; new)
Beverages:
Evian Sparkling Cucumber and Mint Water with Magnesium and Zinc (non-alcoholic)
Strawberry Rose Mimosa: Pol Remy Sparkling Wine, Orange Juice, and Monin Strawberry Rose
Ravioli: Grilled Chicken Ravioli with Alfredo Sauce, Romano Cheese, and Prezzemolo (new)
Bomboloni: Cream-filled Italian Doughnut with Raspberry Sauce and Powdered Sugar
Beverages:
Pinot Grigio
Chianti
Prosecco
Rosa Regale
Moscato
Italian White Sangria with Prosecco
Italian Red Sangria with Cabernet Sauvignon
Italian Margarita with Tequila and Limoncello
Peroni Pilsner
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China
Food:
Pan-fried Chicken Dumplings with House-made Sweet and Spicy Sauce
ZiRan Beef Bao Bun: Grilled Beef with Cumin (new)
Crispy-fried Pepper Shrimp with Spicy Sichuan Noodles
Beverages:
Mango Bubble Milk Tea: Assam Black Tea, Whole Milk, and Mango Syrup (non-alcoholic)
ByeJoe Punch: Chinese BaiJiu Spirit, Lychee Syrup, Soda Water, and Piña Colada Mix
Dragonfly: Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila, Absolut Vodka, Orange Juice, and Mango Syrup
Kung Fu Master: Absolut Vodka, Triple Sec, Mango Syrup, and Orange Juice
Jasmine Draft Beer
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Japan
Food:
Teriyaki Chicken Bun: Steamed Bun filled with Chicken, Vegetables, and Teriyaki Sauce
Tempura Shrimp Sando: Crunchy Shrimp served with Yuzu Crab, Green Onions, and Eel Sauce served on a Bun (new)
Spicy Hako Sushi: Spicy Tuna and Salmon served Box-style with Red Tempura Crunch and Volcano Sauce (new)
Beverages:
Kochi Lemon Drop: Vodka, Yuzu, and Lemon Juice garnished with a Lemon Jelly (new)
Ozeki Platinum Sake: Junmai Daiginjo (Refreshingly Dry with a Fruity Flavor) (new)
Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company Urayasu Rice Lager, Orlando, FL (new)
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Funnel Cake
Food:
Mini Candied Bacon S’mores Funnel Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream
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Joffrey’s
Beverages:
The American Adventure – Cinnamon Chai: Refreshing Iced Chai topped with Whipped Cream and Cinnamon (non-alcoholic)
Near Disney Traders – Double Trouble Chai: Tantalizing Iced Chai with a Single Shot of Espresso topped with Whipped Cream and Cinnamon (non-alcoholic)
Near Canada – Tropical Tea Breeze: Iced Tea and Frozen Lemon with a splash of Coconut Syrup (non-alcoholic)
Near Mission: SPACE – Cocoa Cold Brew: Kona Mocha topped with Whipped Cream and drizzled with Chocolate (non-alcoholic)
What new food and wine options are being introduced at the Disney Food & Wine Festival?
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There are seven new marketplaces coming for the 2021 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival. Per Disney Parks Blog:
We have 129 delicious days – Jul. 15 through Nov. 20 – to celebrate the best of food and drink at the more than 20 festival-exclusive global marketplaces opening this week and even more coming in the fall! In addition to all the classics and fan favorites, there are SEVEN new marketplaces:
Concerts and performances at the Disney Food & Wine Festival
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Where can you find live entertainment at the Disney Food & Wine Festival?
Families will once again be able to listen to musical performances by Voice of Liberty, the Jammin’ Chefs, and Mariachi Cobre. Disney Parks Blog writes:
There will be lots of ways for families to enjoy this year’s event (beyond just eating lots of great food, of course):
Sample all sorts of delicious cheeses served in fun ways as part of Emile’s Fromage Montage – if you collect a stamp from five different Global Marketplaces, you’ll earn a prize!
Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak will send you on a savory scavenger hunt in search of Remy statuettes hidden all over the park.
Take a tasty souvenir home from the new merchandise collections, including a festival collection featuring a spirit jersey, baseball cap and so much more.
Listen to musical favorites performed by Voices of Liberty, Mariachi Cobre and the Jammin’ Chefs.
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What fan-favorite performances can be seen at the Disney Food & Wine Festival?
Again, Voice of Liberty, the Jammin’ Chefs, and Mariachi Cobre will return for the 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. You may have noticed that the fan-favorite the Eat to the Beat concert series, which features famous bands and artists that perform as part of the festival, will not be returning — but the good news is something new is coming!
Disney Parks Blog shared details about what Guests can look forward to at the 2021 International Food & Wine Festival presented by Corkcicle:
…with performances by Voices of Liberty, Mariachi Cobre and Jammin’ Chefs. The festival will also open with America Gardens Bandstand presented by Florida Blue Medicare, a live-music concert series performed Friday through Monday evenings. Local bands from across Central Florida will take to the America Gardens Theatre stage, playing popular songs of yesterday and today.
The 2021 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival opens with America Gardens Bandstand presented by Florida Blue Medicare, a live music concert series Friday through Monday evenings. Watch as local bands from across Central Florida take to the stage at America Gardens Theatre, playing popular songs of yesterday and today.
Explore show dates and bands:
July 16 to 19: Epic! Live July 23 to 26: Champagne Orchestra July 30 to August 2: Element August 6 to 9: Sound Society August 13 to 16: The Hooligans August 20 to 23: The Vybe August 27 to 30: The M-80s September 3 to 6: Latin Ambition September 10 to 13: Audio Exchange September 17 to 20: The Hooligans September 24 to 27: Epic! Live
Stay tuned to Inside the Magic for all the details regarding the 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival.
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