2007 International Food & Wine Festival (Marketplace Booth Details Now Available!)

[girli565]

So we all have reservations and are waiting.


patiently.



Waiting...



Any thoughts on Food Booths????
I am hoping they will bring back the Durban Spiced chicken.....yummy!

I'm looking forward to the Chilaquiles and Quesadillas from Mexico. I know, not so exciting but they are just so good and comforting! Oh and I second the OctoberFest beer! Loved it last year

 

[B'rer Karen]

I need to look back at the list of foods I at last year. I know there were lots of yummy items I'd love to see back. I hope they do the Australian walk about again. I had done it in the past but didn't get to it last year.

 

[shovan]

The Lamb Chop in Australia, Grilled Beef Sirloin with Chimichurri Sauce from Argetina, Canada's Maple Glazed Salmon & Icewine!!!!! Can y'all tell I'm not waiting very patiently at all! Ooh and the Australian Wine Walkabout!!!

 

[*KeepMovingForward*]

Otherwise, we got everything we wanted:

10/5 - Exquisite Evening
10/6 - Cheese Tasting & PFTS
10/7 - Discovering Wine @ Citricos (Dinner @ Narcoosee's - never tried before)
10/8 - Hoping to put Japanese F&W Pairing here (Dinner @ Marrakesh - another new one)
10/9 - V&A Chef's Table!!! (Special occasion - taking my parents there since their 30th wedding anniversary is the following week)
10/10 - Regional Feast: Mexico (hopefully - couldn't try this new event last year)
10/11 - Coral Reef F&W Pairing (dinner @ food booths)
10/12 - South African Wine Event (can't WAIT for this one)
10/13 - PFTS
10/14 - Come home

We've never done this much before, but it's been a crazy year, and we felt like splurging. We're definitely going to be rolling home...

My goodness...I'm jealous that your doing all those events! I'd probably have to sign up for gastric bypass or lipo afterwards! Have fun at V&A's Chef Table...we did that one three years ago and had such a blast (didn't actually think it could get better from their main dining).

 

[PatriciaH]

Last year I liked:

Argentina
Spicy Beef Empanadas $2.50
Grilled Beef Sirloin with Chimichurri $3.75
Marinated Strawberries with Basil $2.00

Mexico
Chilaquiles $3.50
Quesadilla con Chorizo y Pollo $3.50
Conga Juice $3.00

Scandinavia
Grilled Salmon Tartare $3.00
Lingonberry Mousse $2.00

China
Pork Pot Stickers $3.25
Caramel Ginger Ice Cream $2.75

Australia
Shrimp on the Barbie $4.00
Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz-Cabernet $2.50

Octoberfest
Debrizinger Sausage and Sauerkraut in a Pretzel Roll $3.00

Moet and Chandon Champagnes Selection:
White Star $8.00

Hops & Barley Market
Savory Bacon and Onion Tart $2.25
New England Crab Cake and Barley Lentil Salad $3.50
Samuel Adams Beer Selection:
Cherry Wheat $2.50/ $4.75

USA
Maine Lobster Roll $6.50
BBQ Pork Ribs with Grilled Fresh Corn $3.25
Blackberry Cobbler $1.25

Morocco
Beef Kefta $3.75
Iced Mint Tea $2.00

France
Chausson au Fromage de Chèvre (Savory Goat Cheese Pastry) $3.75
Crème Brûlée au Chocolat $3.00

Ireland
Potato Leek Soup with an Irish Cheddar Crisp $2.75

Canada
Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup $2.75

Greece
Greek Salad with Flatbread $2.00
Spanakopitta $2.75
Walnut and Honey Baklava $1.50

Wild & Wonderful Florida Shrimp
Chilled Rock Shrimp with Mango Salsa $4.00
Sauteed Shrimp with Ginger and Lime $4.25
Florida Orange Groves Mango Wine $3.25

 

[B'rer Karen]

Ooh that refreshed my memory! Some of those were my favs too. Spanakopita..yum! And it's not on your list but I remembered really enjoying a dessert from Ireland that had Bailey's in it...a custard maybe...double yum.

 

[honeybee30]

My favorite from last year was the goat cheese tart in France. The Sam Adams Cream Stout was fantastic too. Hope they are back this October!

Shout out to fellow Durham-ite, B'rer Karen!

 

[Haeg]

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[B'rer Karen]

My favorite from last year was the goat cheese tart in France. The Sam Adams Cream Stout was fantastic too. Hope they are back this October!

Shout out to fellow Durham-ite, B'rer Karen!

Hi back at ya!

I don't know if I had the goat cheese tart from France. I really need to dig out that book from last year

...walks to other room and back....

okay that's better. Much to my DBF's chagrin I have all of my items yet to be scrapbooked in piles scattered in our guest bedroom. Obviously it is organized enough for me because I found what I was looking for

So let's see....ooh Mango Wine, Pork Pot Stickers from China, it was a trifle in Ireland!...the Papas Con Chorizo was good...the savory onion and bacon tart...Shrimp on the Barbie...I want to go now!

 

[TDC Nala]

I want the Beef Stroganoff back.

 

[mickeysaver]

Well, it certainly looks like the Wine Walk-About will be back!

http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wd...oodWineExperiencesandExhibitsSpecialEventPage

Stroll along the promenade and visit a wide array of countries and regions of the world. Learn from amazing cultural exhibits that showcase native cuisines and offer terrific demonstrations that give insights into the people, as well as the tastes of these remarkable places.

Festival Welcome Center
Visit the hub for all Festival information at the Wonders of Life Pavilion, featuring the Festival Wine Shop, a champagne and wine bar, and the official book signing location for celebrity chefs and authors. Explore the Festival Merchandise Shop featuring marvelous merchandise including Disney Gift Cards, a handy way to pay for so much fun at the Festival!

Oklahoma 1907-2007
This year, Oklahoma is celebrating 100 years of statehood! Discover its unique history and extraordinary future when you step into this experience featuring activities for the entire family. Enjoy Chuck Wagon and Native American cooking demonstrations, listen to Native American storytellers, and indulge the youngsters in activities in an authentic tipi.

The Pearville Fair
Visit this slice of Americana where pears take center stage. Celebrate one of the most important crops from the great Northwest at a traditional county fair. The variety, flavor, diversity and nutritional importance of pears are presented in a series of activities that are designed to engage and enlighten guests of all ages.

10 Day Regional Experiences

Michoacán, Mexico – October 5 - October 14
Puglia, Italy – October 19 - October 28
The Greek Wine Bar Island – October 26-November 4
Visit the Greek Island Wine Bar to sample over 12 wines for sale by the glass. Greek wine is experiencing a Renaissance... the country boasts an incredible range of indigenous grape varietals and today they are being used to make world-class wines.
Twinings Tea Bar
Step into the Twinings Garden to discover the rich history of Twinings tea. A selection of refreshing iced teas is available for purchase from the iced tea bar. Be sure to visit the Tea Caddy to take home your favorite teas and gifts.

Turkey Welcomes You
Step into the wonders of Turkey and visit the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul and the famous Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia. Enjoy daily complimentary culinary demonstrations with Turkish chefs and learn the art of making traditional coffee. The Grand Bazaar features traditional Turkish crafts, selected food products and wine, and daily presentations by Turkish artisans.

Peru
Celebrate the land of the Incas! Indulge in the flavor of Peru and learn about one of the Seven Wonders of the World; Machu Picchu. Observe Lima's best chefs preparing authentic Peruvian specialties, visit with native artists and visit a shop for Peruvian textiles and hand-carved gourds Complimentary culinary demonstrations daily

Australia: Discover Down Under
Purchase an Aussie Walkabout Passport and join a tasting tour of four major wine regions. Enjoy a wine and beer tasting bar and quench your outback thirst. The Birdsville Provisions shop is the place to browse for amusing Aussie souvenirs and serious wines by the bottle.

Dominican Republic
Discover gastronomy, crafts and music from the tropical paradise of the Dominican Republic.This sun drenched island is a treasured destination for Caribbean cuisine, true sugar cane rum, amber fauna and the Meringue. Enjoy daily culinary demonstrations from The Caribbean Kitchen and entertainment by authentic Meringue dancers. Discover the art of crafting amber jewelry and relax with a rum cocktail available for purchase at the Sugar Cane Bar.

Andes Mountain Wine Bar – featuring Argentina and Chile
Discover some of the best wines from both sides of the Andes mountain range in South America. Over 20 wines will be available for sale by the glass. Don't miss this stop on your Promenade adventures!

The American Wine Adventure – featuring the Napa Valley and New York wine regions
Explore the regional expressions from the East and West coast wine regions in the United States. Purchase wines by the glass for a comparative tasting of different varietals.

The History of Beer in America
Learn the history of beer in the New World and the awesome art and science of brewing. Complimentary seminars daily at 12:30, 1:15, 2:45, 4:15, 5:15, and 6:30p.m.

International Beers of the World
Complimentary seminars daily

I can't wait....10 weeks from now, I will be in Savannah! Maggie

 

[yearbook50]

I would love some chicken from china.
Or the Australia Booth
Or IceWine

 

[lilyv]

I'm learning so much from this thread! DH and I would like to attend this next year. Any idea of aprox when they announce the dates for 2008?

 

[*KeepMovingForward*]

I miss the pepperberry beef kabobs that they used to have for Australia...although last year they were not there. Hope they make a comeback. They were yummy!

 

[DISNEYDUET]

We had some wonderful roasted lamb from the New Zealand booth last year and the chilled rock shrimp w/ mango salsa from the Wild & Wonderful Florida shrimp booth was very good too!
Dh misses the smoked salmon w/ Irish soda bread and Kerrygold butter from Ireland in 2005 and I miss the Australian lamb w/ caramelized onions and Shiraz glaze from Australia in 2004... I actually made this at home and it turned out pretty good!
T Minus 54 days and counting...

Does anyone have any extra info on the 10 Day Regional Experiences? I wonder what that is going to be about. And what is the deal with Oklahoma? Yeah they are celebrating 100 years but Jamestown VA is celebrating 400!! Without us they wouldn't be a state!

 

[shovan]

Well, it certainly looks like the Wine Walk-About will be back!

http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wd...oodWineExperiencesandExhibitsSpecialEventPage



I can't wait....10 weeks from now, I will be in Savannah! Maggie

Thanks for posting this! I hadn't seen that yet. Sounds like a lot of great new stuff! We'll definitely have to hang around on the 26th now to try the Greek Wine Bar. The Andes Wine Bar sounds good too!

 

[RachelTori]

I'm learning so much from this thread! DH and I would like to attend this next year. Any idea of aprox when they announce the dates for 2008?

F&WF always starts the last Friday in September: For 2008, that would be 9/26/2008. It usually runs until mid-November (so would likely end on 11/16/2008)

 

[lilyv]

F&WF always starts the last Friday in September: For 2008, that would be 9/26/2008. It usually runs until mid-November (so would likely end on 11/16/2008)

Thanks, Rachel! And so the trip planning begins.

 

[DISNEYDUET]

Thanks, Rachel! And so the trip planning begins.

That's the best part! Have fun!!

 

[kmmccart75]

And what is the deal with Oklahoma?

Maybe you should stop by the exhibit and find out?
(don't worry, I didn't take it personally - just thought it would be funny to respond)