***Epcot Food And Wine Festival Info 2008***

[DISNEYDUET]

Good to see some information trickling out.

I don't what I was expecting but I admit to being disappointed in the food booth menus; so far it's almost exactly the same as last year, and the year before that, and the year before that ...

I thought the same thing. There's nothing that is really calling out to me.

Look at it this way. You will have more money to spend on the specialty events instead of the food booth! Good to see that PFTS didn't go up to $150.

 

[dizneykid]

Finally, some info.

Hey did you notice that it says Sweet Sundays held at the Festival Center (Wonders of Life Pavilion)? That's different.

Also, do you think the prices are correct? They have 2008 in the subject and it shows that PFTS is still $135.

Back to look more.

 

[disneyfav4ever]

A few things caught my eye, but overall the food booths do seem the same.

 

[redzinner]

Has anyone heard a ticket price for Party for the Senses yet? Will tix be sold starting 8/25 along with the other special events?

Thanks!

This site has posted this information that still is quoting $135. We don't know the accuracy of the info:

~A PARTY FOR THE SENSES - 2008

Hosted by Vanity Fair

This popular venue takes place each Saturday during the Food and Wine Festival at the World ShowPlace located between Canada and United Kingdom Pavilions. You’ll begin this memorable evening with reserved seating at the 5:45pm performance of the Eat to the Beat Concert. $135 per person plus tax, gratuity included.

From 6:30 to 9:00pm, you’ll be sampling the culinary creations of 25 renowned chefs and over 25 wineries and breweries. Each tasting station will be a new sensation for the senses.

 

[TheDISneyFamily]

Thanks for the link! I know we weren't planning on doing another Sweet Sundays, but that's all changed if we get to see Gale Gand! I hope the info is correct.

Hope everyone's having a great week!
-Michelle

 

[Colson39]

I have a question, there normally is about 3-5 items per booth, but looking at the new list, it seems like there are only about 2-3 items per booth.

Did they decrease the number of items per booth, or is this just a partial list?

 

[luvpooh]

I have a question, there normally is about 3-5 items per booth, but looking at the new list, it seems like there are only about 2-3 items per booth.

Did they decrease the number of items per booth, or is this just a partial list?

I'm sure this has to be a partial list. Usually each booth has 2-3 food items and the same amount of wine/beer. There aren't any drinks listed on this list.

Also - does anyone think they are really only having the F&W pairings in the 3 locations (Japan, Italy, Morocco?) That would be surprising to cut out CA, France, Coral Reef, etc...

 

[luvpooh]

Good to see some information trickling out.

I don't what I was expecting but I admit to being disappointed in the food booth menus; so far it's almost exactly the same as last year, and the year before that, and the year before that ...

There's a cheese booth! HOPEFULLY that will come thru! Unless it's like the 'cheese plate' that they served from Ireland last year...that was a big ol' waste!

 

[Colson39]

I'm sure this has to be a partial list. Usually each booth has 2-3 food items and the same amount of wine/beer. There aren't any drinks listed on this list.

Also - does anyone think they are really only having the F&W pairings in the 3 locations (Japan, Italy, Morocco?) That would be surprising to cut out CA, France, Coral Reef, etc...

Phew, I was about to say. Good point though, with no drinks listed, it can't be a full list.

Thanks!!

 

[kabuki]

I am just happy that Ive seen something! I also know that most of my ADR's will be kept because I haven't seen much I'd rather do!

 

[DisneyHog]

Is is still assumed that booking will be starting August 25th? I wonder where this information is coming from? I am really starting to get excited now that we are seeing real dining info !

 

[kabuki]

My husband just talked to someone at the DDE and they said they will be mailing the info on the 14th to anyone who had the card!

 

[karrit2000]

If they are "mailing" it on the 14th then most people probably will not receive it until after the events go on sale just like in previous years since they seem to use jurassic pony express snail mail.

 

[BriarRosie]

There's a cheese booth! HOPEFULLY that will come thru! Unless it's like the 'cheese plate' that they served from Ireland last year...that was a big ol' waste!

I saw "European Cheesemonger" and my interest was piqued, too. I didn't get the Irish cheese plate last year, but I watched a friend eat and give commentary that it was pretty much "just ok".

While it may seem that they bring back the same kiosk items year after year, it's sort of true. I notice they have a rotation of items, unless it's so wildly popular they would keep it. I'm glad the escargot in their cute l'il brioche cups are back at France, for instance. Last year, the chocolate creme brulee was not there, but it's tentatively listed this year. We'll wait and see.

I'm looking forward to the New Orleans and San Francisco items, at least a couple of them.

 

[budbeerlady]

I am pouting already that we couldnt go untill after the food and wine festival this year. I really, really, really want to go back to the Party for the Senses.

We had such a wonderful time last year! It was amazing!

 

[disneyfav4ever]

Aren't there usually three items at each booth? Will they be adding more later, or is it just two items per booth this year?

 

[extremesoccermom]

Is is still assumed that booking will be starting August 25th? I wonder where this information is coming from? I am really starting to get excited now that we are seeing real dining info !

I called this morning before I found this thread just to see if they had started booking yet and I was told not until Aug 26 but looking at the calendar that is a Tuesday so I am assuming he meant the 25th.

 

[kabuki]

I called this morning before I found this thread just to see if they had started booking yet and I was told not until Aug 26 but looking at the calendar that is a Tuesday so I am assuming he meant the 25th.

Yes, when we called this morning they said the 25th!

 

[PatriciaH]

I don't see anything in the dining system yet so I am not sure where they are getting their info. It has to be from a CM that has the info already (Marketing, Special Events, etc.) It would be great to have PFTS still at $135. Regional Feasts went up from $145 to $160 though

 

[DisneyDeeva]

Just noticed a booth update http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/guides/epcot/events/index.htm
Edit: There are some events too!!

Since this was posted on www.wdwinfo.com, I would say the info is fairly reliable...ableit, incomplete. That is the parent site to DISboards. Pete and John are really good about double - no, triple checking their info. Since they own Dreams Unlimited Travel, I imagine the details were included as part of an advance packet for TAs.

I've not heard any of this from the "horse's mouth". But have a high degree of confidence in the accuracy of the event and booth offerings.

For those looking for updates, the above link would be a good one to keep tabs on. JMHO, of course.