If you can't get enough of the seasonal events held at Epcot throughout the year, just wait! There is an all new festival coming to Epcot this year known as The Festival of the Arts, starting January 13th till February 20th held every Friday through to Monday is The Culinary Arts. The food at Epcot is a big part of what draws guests in to the park and this event will be no different. The main difference is that the food might be considered so intricate and beautiful you may debate eating it or admiring it.
The Culinary Arts will feature Food Studios located around World Showcase where you can try some of the most artisan food you will ever see. Guests can get an insight into the creation by watching chefs create some of the festival dishes.
Cuisine Classique
The stall known as Cuisine Classique serves hearty American style dishes such as:
Braised Beef Short Rib with Parsnip Puree, Broccolini, Baby Tomatoes and Aged Balsamic (pictured below)
Seared Red Snapper with braised Ratatouille and Lemon-Thyme Beurre Blanc (GF)
Port Wine Poached Pear, Vanilla Panna Cotta and Pistachio Crumbs (GF)
Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie
Sierra Nevada Pale Ale
Bell’s Two Hearted American-style India Pale Ale
Duck Rabbit Milk Stout
Beer Braising Flight
Campo Viejo Rioja Reserva Art Series
Decadent Delights
If you want to see the desserts of your dreams then head to Decadent Delights which showcases food such as:
Crisp Caramel Chocolate Mousse Bar, Flavored Merengue Kisses and Passion Fruit Mousse
Dark Chocolate S’mores: Homemade Graham Cracker, Vanilla Kisses and White Chocolate “Fire”
Deconstructed Purple Sweet Potato Pie, Salted Caramel, Bourbon-soaked Cake and Marshmallow Whipped Cream (pictured below)
Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie
Cherry Heering Liqueur
Courvoisier V.S.Cognac
Ferreira 10 Year Old Port
E=AT²
Want some cuisine with a scientific edge to it? Head to E=AT² for some unbelievable creations:
Deconstructed Reuben: Classic Reuben with Shredded Corned Beef, Thousand Island Dressing, Pickled Red Cabbage, and a Rye Curl (pictured below)
Deconstructed BLT with Crispy Pork Belly, Tomato Jam, and Soft Poached Egg
Cobb Salad with Smoked Duck Breast, Avocado Mousse, Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Bacon and Blue Cheese (GF)
Figment White Chocolate Art Painting with Chocolate Easel (GF, V)
White Chocolate Mickey Puzzle with Artist Palette (GF) (V)
Deconstructed Breakfast: Twinings® Spiced Apple Chai Tea Shake with Maple Bourbon Cream, a Waffle Crisp and Candied Bacon
Deconstructed Breakfast: Twinings® Spiced Apple Chai Tea Shake with Maple Syrup, a Waffle Crisp and Candied Bacon (non-alcoholic)
Pop-Artsicle: Red, White and Blue Frozen Slushy (non-alcoholic)
Masterpiece Kitchen
Eat like royalty by visiting the Masterpiece Kitchen, serving incredible cuisine such as:
Wild Mushroom Risotto, Aged Parmesan, Truffle Shavings and Zinfandel Reduction (V)
Smoked Salmon Tartare, Caviar, Crisp Lavash and Traditional Accompaniments
Charcuterie Palette with Artisan Cured Meats, Nueske’s Smoked Duck Breast and Cheese (pictured below)
Triple Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Crunch, Dark Chocolate Sauce and Gold Leaf from Disney’s Master Pastry Chef
White Chocolate Puzzle on an Artist Palette (GF) (V)
Mickey and Pluto White Chocolate Painting with Chocolate Easel (GF) (V)
Classic Sidecar with a Chocolate Twist
Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque Brut Champagne
The Meeker Vineyard Winemakers’ Handprint Merlot
Painter's Palete
In true Festival of the Arts style, try out a hybrid of both art and food at the Painter's Palete stand, try cuisine such as:
Trio of Savory Croissant Doughnuts: (pictured below)
Whipped Herb Cream Cheese with Sea Salt
Chicken Mousse with Fresh Herbs and Everything Bagel Seasoning
Spicy Tuna with Sriracha Mayonnaise and Sesame Seeds
Margherita Flatbread with Basil Pesto and Balsamic Drizzle (V)
Mary Blair White Chocolate Art Painting with Chocolate Easel (GF) (V)
Pop’t Art: Abstract Designed Sugar Cookie with Chocolate Hazelnut Filling (V)
White Chocolate Figment Puzzle on an Artist Palette
Pomegranate Mule featuring the Ginger People Ginger Beer and Van Gogh Vodka
Breckenridge Nitro Vanilla Porter
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout
3 Daughters Queens Court Strawberry Blonde Nitro
Neapolitan Beer Flight
Pop Eats!
Check out Pop Eats! for a fun and new take on some familiar dishes:
Shrimp Ceviche with Lime Mint Foam (GF)
Sous Vide Venison with Butternut Squash Purée, Pomegranate Reduction, Pickled Turnip and Juniper Berry Powder (GF) (pictured below)
Pop’t Art: Modern-design Sugar Cookie with Chocolate Hazelnut Filling (V)
Almond Frangipane Cake layered with Raspberry Jam and Chocolate (V)
Goofy White Chocolate Puzzle on an Artist Palette
Cloudem Silver Sparkling Wine
Popping Bubbles Cocktail
The Artist's Table
Want your food to come with a side of fun? Check out The Artist's Table for a great selection of cuisine suitable for all ages:
Pan-Seared Scallop with Chorizo, Roasted Red Pepper Coulis and a Parmesan Crisp (GF)
Roasted Pork Roulade with Marble Potatoes, Baby Carrots and Red Wine Sauce featuring Melissa’s Produce
Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie
Callebaut Belgian Sipping Chocolate Flight: White, Milk, Dark (non-alcoholic) (pictured below)
Callebaut Belgian Sipping Chocolate: Dark Chocolate with Chambord
Perla Santa Coffee-flavored Wine
El Arista Hambriento (The Hungry Artist)
This stall may not have as much selection as the others but that doesn't stop it from being any less amazing, their selection of cuisine is:
Choriqueso Taco served with Chihuahua Cheese, Red and Green Peppers over a Corn Tortilla and garnished with Poblano Peppers and Micro Cilantro
Huarache: Flank Steak Guarache served with Black Beans, Salsa de Chile de Arbol, Frisee Lettuce, Queso Fresco, Red Cabbage, Shredded Carrots and Chipotle Mayo (pictured below)
Of course other spots around Epcot are getting in on the action, check out some of these locations for fun snacks during the festival:
Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company Beverages: All Festival specialty drinks served hot or cold.
Canada: Night Sky Latte: A delicious shot of Joffrey’s Italian Espresso mixed with Creamy Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, topped with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream
Disney Traders: Cinnamon Sensation: A shot of Italian Espresso mixed with RumChata and Cinnamon Whiskey, blended with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream
Future World East: Painted Lady Latte: A shot of Joffrey’s Italian Espresso mixed with rich Baileys Espresso Créme Liqueur, topped with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream
The American Adventure: Dreamy Bourbon: A shot of Italian Espresso mixed with Bourbon Whiskey Cream Liqueur, blended with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream
Block & Hans Beverages:
Festival Cabernet Sauvignon, CA
Festival Chardonnay, CA
Anchor Brewing Meyer Lemon Lager, San Francisco, CA
Coppertail Brewing Free Dive IPA, Tampa, FL
Founders Porter, Grand Rapids, MI
M.I.A. Brewing Mega Mix Pale Ale, Miami, FL
Joy of Tea Food:
Traditional Chinese Golden Fish
Panda Rice Cake
Fife & Drum Food:
Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie (pictured below)
Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie Food:
Opera Cake (pictured below)
Funnel Cakes Food:
Gingerbread Funnel Cake
Japan Pavilion Food:
Kabuki Café Kiosk: Futomaki Sushi (pictured below)
Tokyo Dining: Chirashi Sushi and Sashimi
Refreshment Cool Post Food:
Chilled Shrimp, Quinoa, Layered Vegetables, Spiced Yogurt and Red Pepper Coulis
Refreshment Port Food:
Croissant Doughnut filled with Pastry Cream and topped with Colored Pearls
Tangierine Café Food:
Homemade Falafel with Pickled Beets and Turnip, Tomato Salad and Tahini Sauce (pictured below)
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