Foodie’s Guide to Epcot International Food & Wine Festival 2024

August 26, 2024

Epcot International Food & Wine Festival 2024 is back, and it's bigger and better than ever! From August 29th to November 23rd, guests can embark on a global culinary adventure without ever leaving the magic of Walt Disney World.

This year's festival is brimming with a tantalizing array of dishes that promise to delight every palate, whether you're a carnivore craving succulent meats, a seafood enthusiast searching for the freshest catches, a cheese lover eager to savor artisan varieties, a dessert aficionado with a sweet tooth, or a vegetarian looking for innovative plant-based creations.

We've curated the top ten dishes in each category to help you navigate this gastronomic wonderland. So, grab your passport, and let's explore the flavors of the world!

CHEESE LOVERS

1. Truffle Macaroni and Cheese (Macatizers)
2. Smoked Corned Beef with house-made potato chips, cheese curds, pickled onions, and beer-cheese fondue (Flavors from Fire)
3. Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese with alpine ham, baby potatoes, cornichons, and baguette (The Alps)
4. Pão de Queijo: Brazilian cheese bread (Brazil)
5. Spanish Charcuterie: Jamón, Manchego, and pan con tomate *NEW (Spain)
6. Griddled Cheese with pistachios and honey (Greece)
7. Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Soup served with a pretzel roll (Canada)
8. BBQ Pork Rinds served with pimento cheese (Festival Favorites)
9. Traditional Macaroni and Cheese with herbed panko (Macatizers)
10. Braised Beef Poutine: French fries with braised beef, Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese sauce, cheese curds, and gherkin relish (Refreshment Port)

MEAT

1. Grilled Cider-brined Pork Tenderloin with fennel apple slaw and apple cider gastrique (Bramblewood Bites)
2. Filet Mignon with mushrooms, Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs mashed potatoes, and Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs butter (Canada)
3. Flauta de Barbacoa: Fried tortillas filled with barbacoa beef topped with salsa verde, crema Mexicana, and queso fresco *NEW (Mexico)
4. Slow-roasted Pork Slider with sweet-and-sour DOLE Pineapple chutney and spicy mayonnaise (Hawaii)
5. Grilled Bison with butternut squash purée, roasted mushrooms, and huckleberry gastrique (Bramblewood Bites)
6. Red Wine-braised Beef Short Rib with goat cheese polenta, puttanesca sauce, shaved pecorino, and petit herbs *NEW (Earth Eats)
7. Steakhouse Blended Burger: Beef and wild mushroom slider with truffle brie cheese fondue, arugula, and truffle potato chips on a sesame seed bun (Flavors from Fire)
8. Beer-braised Beef served with smoked gouda mashed potatoes (Belgium)
9. Kielbasa and Potato Pierogis with caramelized onions and sour cream (Festival Favorites)
10. Traditional Buffalo Wings with celery and ranch (Brew-Wing Lab)

SEAFOOD

1. Roasted Warm Water Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter (Coastal Eats)
2. Paella Negra: Squid ink rice with shrimp, Bay scallops, and octopus served with garlic aïoli *NEW (Spain)
3. Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with cocktail sauce (Coastal Eats)
4. Thai Shrimp with Rice Noodles, Shiitake Mushrooms, and Basil in Coconut-Curry Broth (The Noodle Exchange)
5. Tostada de Camarones: Tempura battered shrimp atop a fried corn tortilla with guacamole, cabbage, chipotle aïoli, diced mango, and chile-lime powder *NEW (Mexico)
6. Eel Temaki Sushi: Hand-held sushi with grilled eel, egg crumbles, cucumber, and pickled daikon radish served with eel sauce *NEW (Japan)
7. Brioche aux Escargots: Escargot brioche with garlic and parsley cream *NEW (France)
8. Grilled Bushberry Spiced Shrimp Skewer with sweet-and-sour vegetables and coconut chili sauce *NEW (Australia)
9. Shanghai Scallion Noodles with shrimp *NEW (China)
10. Crispy Duck Bao Bun with Hoisin Sauce (China) *Although primarily duck, this option is often enjoyed by seafood lovers due to the flavor profile and preparation style

PLANT BASED

1. Ramen with tofu, shiitake mushrooms, pickled carrots and daikon radish, shaved spicy peppers, and Baby Bok Choy in Citrus-Sesame Broth (The Noodle Exchange)
2. Adobo Yuca Fries with garlic-cilantro aïoli (The Fry Basket)
3. IMPOSSIBLE Montreal Style Burger Slider with cheddar cheese, and tomato jam on a sesame seed bun (Flavors from Fire)
4. Fried Falafel Pita with tomato-cucumber relish and tahini sauce (Tangierine Café)
5. Stone-baked Moroccan Bread with assorted dips (Tangierine Café)
6. IMPOSSIBLE Chili Macaroni and Cheese with sour cream and cheddar (Macatizers)
7. Potato and Pea Samosa with coriander-lime cream (India)
8. IMPOSSIBLE Moussaka (Greece)
9. IMPOSSIBLE Spicy Sausage with piri piri peppers and onions, and piri piri aïoli (Refreshment Post)
10. IMPOSSIBLE Buffalo Chicken Tenders with ranch and celery (Brew-Wing Lab)

DESSERTS

1. Liquid Nitrogen Frozen Sweet Potato Mousse with candied pecans and maple-caramel sauce *NEW (Swirled Showcase)
2. Boursin Fig & Balsamic Cheesecake with fig jam and pomegranate *NEW (Milled & Mulled)
3. Passion Fruit Cheesecake with toasted macadamia nuts (Hawaii)
4. Key lime tart (Festival Favorites)
5. Chocolate Amarula Mousse with white chocolate *NEW (Refreshment Outpost)
6. Pistachio Cake with cinnamon pastry cream and candied walnuts (Tangierine Café)
7. Crème Brûlée mangue et passion à la Confiture: Mango passion crème brûlée with fruit compote (France)
8. Pan de Elote: Traditional Mexican cornbread topped with chocolate sauce and queso fresco *NEW (Mexico)
9. Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with lemon icing *NEW (Earth Eats)
10. Freshly-baked Carrot Cake with walnuts and cream cheese icing (Milled & Mulled)

MORE THAN JUST FOOD

In addition to the delicious dishes, the festival offers a range of entertainment and experiences for all ages:

EAT TO THE BEAT CONCERT SERIES: Enjoy live music from internationally recognized artists as well as local bands at America Gardens Theatre. Concerts are included with Epcot admission, and dining packages are available for those who want to secure reserved seating.

REMY'S RATATOUILLE HIDE & SQUEAK: Embark on a Ratatouille-inspired adventure to find Remy in World Showcase and the Global Marketplaces.

EMILE'S FROMAGE MONTAGE: Set out in search of cheese! Purchase 5 tasty cheese dishes and collect a stamp for each in your Festival Passport—then get a prize for completing your quest.

PLUTO'S PUMPKIN PURSUIT: Celebrate the Halloween season with a pumpkin-themed scavenger hunt—available for a limited time this fall.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

To make the most of your time at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, be sure to plan ahead. Check the festival guide for daily events, and make a list of must-try dishes and experiences. Remember, some of the festival’s most popular dishes and events can draw large crowds, so consider visiting during weekdays or earlier in the day for a more relaxed experience. And don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes and stay hydrated—there’s a lot of ground to cover and even more flavors to savor!

With so much to see, taste, and experience, the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival 2024 is a food lover’s dream come true. Whether you’re here for the food, the fun, or a bit of both, the festival promises a memorable journey through a world of flavors. So grab your map, plan your day, and get ready for an unforgettable culinary adventure! Bon appétit!

For more information, visit the official Epcot International Food & Wine Festival page.