Indulge in tantalizing tastes, textures, and tangs from around the world at the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival 2023! Through November 18, 2023, guests at the Walt Disney World Resort theme park in Bay Lake, Florida, can embark on the culinary journey of a lifetime by sampling sweet, savory, and scrumptious dishes and drinks from six different continents.
With the purchase of an EPCOT theme park ticket ($109 per day for people age 10+), park guests can treat their taste buds to authentic global cuisine from 25 global marketplace booths, including a fun twist on fan favorites. Make sure you arrive on an empty stomach—you won’t regret it!
Most-popular menu items at EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival
The Alps
Representing the highest mountain range in Europe, the Alps booth offers filling and generously-sized portions of signature Alpine dishes. One of the recommended dishes is the slightly salty Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese with Alpine ham, baby potatoes, cornichons, and baguette ($5.25). Raclette, a semi-firm, salted cheese made from cow’s milk, is the dish’s main attraction.
The Dark Chocolate Fondue with berries, pound cake, and meringues ($5.75) is a new dessert that’s light and scrumptious, but not over-the-top wow-worthy. The Stiegl Brewery Key Lime Radler, Salzburg, Austria ($5.50 for six ounces, $9.50 for 12 ounces) is pleasantly refreshing with an obvious, but not overpowering taste of lime.
Australia
Try out food from the outback without having to travel over sea to shining sea! It’s possible to enjoy a full, satisfying meal at the Australian booth. A must-have, can’t miss dish is the Roasted Lamb Chop with Mint Pesto and Potato Crunches ($8.75). While the potato crunchies are simply crushed up potato chips and the lamb chop is served on a large bone, the unexpected pairing is packed with flavor. The meat is superbly tender, while the pesto adds a minty, refreshing feel.
We recommend skipping the dessert here and instead opting for the Grilled Sweet-and-Spicy Bush Shrimp with peppers, onion, snap peas, and coconut chili sauce ($6.75). It’s light, sweet, and savory all at the same time, and incredibly easy to wash down with a glass of the mild Coopers Brewery Pacific Pale Ale ($5.50 for six ounces, $9.50 for 12 ounces).
Belgium
Belgium is known for its waffles and beer—and this booth offers a yummy selection of both. Although none of the food offerings are particularly unique, the waffles are a great kid-friendly option made in small portions. Depending on whether you’re a chocolate-lover or a fruit-lover, you can choose from the Belgian Waffle with Warm Chocolate Ganache ($5) or the Belgian Waffle with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream ($5).
If you’re looking for a non-alcoholic beverage that’ll prove revitalizing under the hot Florida sun, try out the Belgian Chilled Coffee ($4.75). The iced coffee is served with milk and sugar and has a chocolatey taste. Or, you can always order the beer flight ($10) to try your hand at Belgium beer.
Brazil
Experience the rich flavors of feijoada, Brazil’s signature dish, at the Brazilian booth. Though this booth has a smaller selection than some of the others, its food and beverages are worth trying at least once. The Feijoada features black beans with pork belly, Brazil nut pesto and BEN’S ORIGINAL™ Long Grain White Rice ($6.25). Though its flavor-packed, the pork belly tends to err on the fatty side, which isn’t everyone’s cup of tea.
The Xingu Brazilian Black Lager ($5.50 for six ounces, $9.50 for 12 ounces) might be the best item on the menu, especially for lager lovers. It’s dark, yet deliciously light—and truly worth trying.
Canada
If fancy is what you’re after, then you might be right at home at the Canadian booth. This booth offers one of the more “high-end” dishes, which is Canadian Filet Mignon served with mushrooms, Boursin Black Truffle and Sea Salt mashed potatoes, and a Boursin Black Truffle and Sea Salt whipped butter ($9.75). The portion is on the smaller side, but generous for guests who wish to different foods without becoming too full. However, some guests warn that it can also be a very hit-or-miss dish.
Something that’s not hit or miss, however, is the Canadian Cheddar and Bacon Soup served with a pretzel roll ($6). This soup is a fan favorite year after year, even on the hottest of days. Pair your soup with a Collective Arts Brewing Audio/Visual Lager, Hamilton, Ontario ($5.50 for six ounces, $9.50 for 12 ounces), a light and citrus-tasting beer.
China
As one of the largest countries in the world, it’s only fitting for the Chinese booth to offer one of the largest menus. It comes as somewhat of a surprise that majority of the menu consists of alcoholic beverages, which are tasty, albeit on the pricier side.
If you’re deciding what to eat, go for the Pan-Fried Chicken Dumplings with house-made sweet-and-spicy sauce ($5.25). None of the food options prove especially spectacular if you’re familiar with Chinese food, but the dumplings are flavorful with an interesting texture. The non-alcoholic Fruit Bubble Tea ($7.25) is the most-recommended drink option; it’s delightfully sweet.
Coastal Eats
Seafood lovers commence! The fare at the Coastal Eats booth is refreshing, perfect for a hot day under the Florida sun, with portions that are just the right size. The Lump Crab Cake with aioli and vinegar slaw ($7) is definitely worth it, especially if you’re into crab cakes. The crab cake itself strikes the right balance between crab meat and breading, and the slaw adds a fine crunch.
One of the new beverages at the booth, and the one we recommend most, is the Wildly Brut Cuvée, South Australia ($7). It’s bubbly, dry, goes down easy—and what’s more refreshing than that?
Flavors of America
You probably didn’t go to the Disney food and wine festival for flavors of America, but this booth presents a selection non-traditional “American” foods that represent our country’s beautiful mélange of cultures—and what better way to showcase American food?
New to the booth is the Italian Hot Beef Sandwich with ahaved beef, spicy giardiniera and Au Jus on a French roll ($6.25); Cioppino, a seafood stew with saffron-infused tomato-fennel broth and sourdough crostini ($7.50), and Chilaquiles, corn tortilla chips tossed in salsa verde with ranchero chicken, queso fresco, cilantro-lime crema and a soft-poached egg ($6.75). There’s a choice for most palettes, though if you must choose one, go confidently with the dessert, which is the Freshly Baked Carrot Cake with cream cheese icing ($4.50). It’s outstanding.
France
Between beef bourguignon, beignets, croissants and crème brûlée, this booth covers all the signature dishes of France. It’s one of the pricier booths and though guests have shared that its dishes are standard, there are still a few smile-worthy dishes—one of which includes the Beignet aux Trois Fromages:, a warm beignet filled with a three cheese blend ($6.95). It’s essentially a sweet, doughy beignet oozing with cheese, and, let’s admit, it’s hard to go wrong there.
The Crème Brûlée Vanille à la Confiture de Fraises: vanilla crème brûlée with house-made strawberry jam ($5.95) is also worth a try. It’s sweet, light and delicious, and a safe choice for crème brûlée lovers. And while red wine doesn’t seem to be an overpowering winner in terms of festival favorites, the Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Bordeaux, Château de Le Clos de Confreries, a new offering, is pleasingly dry and not too sweet.
Germany
As one of the more affordable booths at the festival, the charming Germany booth has a long-standing selection of fan favorites that continue to win over taste buds year after year. The menu consists of carbs and carbs alone—yum!—and is understandably on the filling side.
One of the tastiest dishes you’ll try here is Schinkennudeln, pasta gratin with ham, onions, and cheese ($5). You’re given a hearty portion for the price and it’s enjoyably creamy but not too much so. Arguably, the Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce ($4.50) may be one of the better apple dishes at the festival and is a smooth blend of rich and sweet. Wash it down with a Selbach-Oster Riesling ($6.50).
Greece
You’ll be able to spot the Greek booth easily, with its Mediterranean color scheme and bounty of fresh hanging flowers. This booth features some signature Greek foods like Spanakopita ($4.75) and Lamb Gyro with shaved lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and tzatziki on warm flatbread ($6.75), both of which are gratifyingly wonderful. In fact, all of its dishes are a must-have.
What’s extra special about the Greek booth, is that it’s the only booth at the festival to offer a wine flight. Purchase a glass of Mylonoas Winery Assyrtiko White Wine ($6.50), Skouras “Zoe” Rosé ($6) or Kir-Yianna Naoussa Xinomavro Dry Red ($6.50), or try out all three for $7.50.
Hawai’i
Obviously, the island of Hawai’i isn’t its own country, but its food is especially unique to the rest of the United States, both due to its location and its cultural influences. If you’ve never been to this tropical group of islands, then consider yourself one step closer after trying out some of the dishes at this booth—like the SPAM® Sushi!
SPAM is a staple in Hawaiian dishes and it takes center stage in the SPAM® Sushi with sushi rice, teriyaki-glazed SPAM, spicy mayonnaise, eel sauce, and nori ($6). The dish is delivered with a beautiful presentation and offers a light and fresh flavor that’s only mildly salty. It’s also suggested that you try the Passion Fruit Cheesecake with toasted macadamia nuts ($4.75), which offers a good portion for the price and is one of the booth’s favorite dishes. As for the best drink, it’s the AULANI Sunrise: Vodka, DOLE Pineapple Juice and Grenadine. It’s available for a steep $14 but it’s lusciously sweet and thirst-quenching.
India
Be prepared for a bolder mix of spice and savors at the Indian booth! The Chicken Tikka Masala with fennel-spiced yogurt and naan bread ($6.25) is a must-try—especially for folks who haven’t yet tasted Indian cuisine. It’s mildly spicy and generously portioned, and for the price, you really can’t go wrong. Add-on the Potato and Pea Samosa with coriander-lime cream as an appetizer ($5.50). It’s a plant-based item that’s crispy and jam-packed with flavor.
Mango Lassi ($5), a non-alcoholic smoothie, is something you’ll also want to taste if you’ve never experienced Indian cuisine. It’s on the thicker side and is slightly reminiscent of ice cream, though it does help to cut the heat of the spicy food. You can also order the Mango Lassi with Sōmrus Chai Cream Liqueur ($11).
Ireland
You won’t have to wait until St. Patrick’s Day this year to order a few of Ireland’s signature dishes. If, at first glance, you’re surprised not to see corned beef and cabbage on this menu, that’s because it’s actually not a dish that’s typically served in Ireland, despite being a holiday favorite here in America.
Transparently, the best dish at this booth is the Warm Chocolate Pudding Cake with Irish cream liqueur custard ($4.75). This dessert is absolutely scrumptious, though its errs on the light side, which allows it to satisfy without being overwhelmingly filling. The tastiest alcoholic beverage is also one that may generally fall under the category of a dessert, and that’s the Guinness Baileys Coffee Shake ($12)—though, unlike the pudding, this choice is heavy.
Italy
You might be surprised to learn that the Italian booth only features one pasta dish, and it doesn’t even include red sauce! However, its current selection does offer a full meal in regards to an appetizer, main course, and dessert.
Of course, Italian cuisine is known for its cheese and bread, and the new Focaccia Ripiena, freshly baked focaccia, beef meatballs, tomato sauce, and burrata cheese ($9), is a decent starter dish. The new Lemon Ricotta Cheesecake with vanilla cream and strawberry compote ($8) might be the best-tasting choice at the booth and it’s served complete with fresh berries. The must-try alcoholic beverage is the Italian Margarita with Tequila and Limoncello ($12), which is only slightly tart.
Japan
The signature architecture makes the Japanese food easy to spot, while its food is both nicely presented and worthy of a visit. Though it errs on the pricier side, the Beef Wa-Guy Don ($9.75), a traditional Japanese rice bowl with American wagyu beef over steamed white rice, is generously portioned and filling. (The only suggestion is that it could use more sauce!) The new Fire Taiko Roll ($8), a sushi roll with spicy tuna, cucumber, and picked daikon radish served with spicy sauce, is fresh and light, though you only receive three pieces.
The alcoholic beverages at this booth are among the most expensive. The new Moon on the Water Sake costs a whopping $15! However, if you’re going to try any of the beverages, go for the new Brew Hub Momo Amber Ale, Lakeland, Florida ($5.50 for six ounces, $10 for 12 ounces). It’s fruity and delicious, and worth a second helping, whether you’re a fan of beer or not.
Kenya
The menu at the Kenyan booth is small, but don’t be deterred by its size. The two dishes offered at this booth are delectable, unique, and definitely worth a stop, especially if you’ve never had Kenyan cuisine. And for just $21, you can even try everything on the menu.
The Kenyan Coffee Barbecued Beef Tenderloin with sweet potato-corn mealie pap and kachumbari slaw ($6.50) can substitute for a small meal. The tangy slaw perfectly complements the beef, and the nicely presented dish doesn’t skimp on flavor. The Peri-Peri Skewered Shrimp with citrus-flavored couscous ($7) also makes for a decent small meal, and pairs together impeccably cooked shrimp with mild-tasting couscous. The African-inspired beer, 81Bay Brewing Co. Congo Pilsner, Tampa, Florida ($5.50 for six ounces, $9.50 for 12 ounces) is light and cool, and complements both dishes.
Mexico
The Mexican booth at is among the most popular at the festival, and perhaps that’s because its food is recognizable and dependable. Though the dishes are not as unique as some of the other options, particularly if you’re someone who frequents Mexican-style restaurants, you can depend on this booth for reliably tasty bites.
The new Tostada de Carnitas ($7.75), braised pork on a fried corn tortilla with black beans, avocado mousse, queso fresco, and chives, brings together a crunchy tostada with impeccably cooked pork and fresh toppings. It’s a flavor party in your mouth, to say the least. The new Taco de Costilla (8), slow-braised beef short rib on a corn tortilla with salsa de chile morita, avocado mousse, and spring onions, proves even better. Both of these dishes are so good, you may order them twice. Tie it all together with a Trouble in Paradise Margarita ($12.50), a new pink beverage with Illegal Mezcal, watermelon liqueur, rosé wine, lime juice and agave with a chili-lime powder rim.
Spain
Craving charcuterie? You’ll find it at the Spanish booth! Another booth with charming architecture, decorated with a weaving leafy vine reminiscent of the Spanish countryside, this booth boasts some of the food festival’s most flavorful and interesting finds.
For starters, guests can try out a charcuterie cup ($6.50) that includes a selection of imported Spanish meats, cheeses, and olives in an herbed serrano vinaigrette. It’s worth enjoying alone or sharing with a friend. When you finish that, move on to the Paella with saffron rice, chorizo, and shrimp ($6.75). The meat and fish contribute a good amount of flavor to the dish overall.
Something that’s unique to the Spanish booth is its new Sangria flight ($13)—and who would pass out on the chance to try not one, but three different sangrias? Try the new Viña Borgia Macabeo White Sangria ($6.50), Viña Borgia Rosé Sangria ($6.50), and the Viña Borgia Garnacha Red Sangria ($6.50) and choose your favorite!
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If you’re prepared to awaken your taste buds to foods of the world, you’ll thoroughly enjoy the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival 2023. With so many dishes to choose from, you can come hungry and leave full—with flavors from around the world, and new, treasured memories of trying authentic foods with friends and family. Uncover new personal favorites and challenge yourself to try a few dishes you never imagined you would! This festival is a food lover’s paradise for folks who love new tastes and those who prefer sticking to their favorites!
