2019 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival: August 29-November 23, 2019

[sherlockmiles]

Was your Pumpkin Spice frozen cocktail nonalcoholic?
If not, was the alcohol a strong presence?
This sounds great but I’m a bit of a lightweight when it comes to alcohol-intense drinks.

I had the alcoholic one. I didn't feel it was strong (like the margueritas). Stir it up well.
I also dont think it really contributed to the taste. I planned for my second one to be nonalcoholic, but ran out of time.

 

[kylenne]

I booked this for myself but DH and DD are not interested. Will it be weird if I go by myself?

Not for nothing but I took my first solo trip last month and didn’t have a single awkward experience because I was by myself. And I did a decent amount of TS. If anything I feel like I hear about more people going solo to F&W than other times of year. Chances are you won’t be the only one at the event by yourself.

 

[RebeccaRL]

I had the alcoholic one. I didn't feel it was strong (like the margueritas). Stir it up well.
I also dont think it really contributed to the taste. I planned for my second one to be nonalcoholic, but ran out of time.

Thanks!

We’re going today!!!

 

[Mika02]

I booked this for myself but DH and DD are not interested. Will it be weird if I go by myself?

In 2017 I went to F&W solo with free dining so I did a lot of Table service. It was an amazing trip. I never felt awkward got to do everything I wanted. I also did a lot of food presentations, the Mexican tequila, a food tasting at Morimotos and PFTS. I had the greatest time no regrets.

 

[Justrose]

Thank you all for giving me the confidence to do the event myself!

 

[MakiraMarlena]

I did the football tailgate presentation and it was fun. They did try really really hard to match up the food to some aspect of the teams. They served a Chicago dog and a chicken and waffle, but the waffle was red velvet for the Washington colors. plus a "bear paw" pastry. Beverages was two wines and a beer and the second wine was so sweet I didn't finish it. And you get a team apron to take home. You can request which team you prefer and they'll accommodate while supplies last. Don't expect hot food though.

 

[RebeccaRL]

Thanks to all the great reviews from you guys and a bit of food luck, everything single F&W item I had today was so amazing that I couldn’t pick a favorite!

Although it was so blazingly hot that I had only one alcoholic drink and primarily relied upon lots of water for hydration.

*Italian Margarita (Italy)
*Freshly Baked Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Icing (Hops & Barley)
*Warm Chocolate Pudding with Irish Cream Liqueur Custard (Ireland)
*Le Cellier Wild Mushroom Beef Filet Mignon (Canada)
*Liquid Nitro Chocolate-Almond Truffle (Chocolate Studio)
*Twinnings Pumpkin Chai Tea Frozen (nonalcoholic) Cocktail (Chocolate Studio)

 

[RebeccaRL]

BTW...
Does anyone have the recipe for the Twinnings Pumpkin Chai Tea Frozen Cocktail from The Chocolate Studio?

I would to love to try to recreate it at home.

I searched several Disney-related recipe websites with no luck although I did find a recipe for the other drink with chai (the milkshake - not the cocktail, which looked different).

 

[sherlockmiles]

BTW...
Does anyone have the recipe for the Twinnings Pumpkin Chai Tea Frozen Cocktail from The Chocolate Studio?

I would to love to try to recreate it at home.

I searched several Disney-related recipe websites with no luck although I did find a recipe for the other drink with chai (the milkshake - not the cocktail, which looked different).

I think the recipe was on the board outside the kiosk. Maybe someone could take a picture an post?? (please)
I meant to but then never did.....

 

[sherlockmiles]

BTW...
Does anyone have the recipe for the Twinnings Pumpkin Chai Tea Frozen Cocktail from The Chocolate Studio?

I would to love to try to recreate it at home.

I searched several Disney-related recipe websites with no luck although I did find a recipe for the other drink with chai (the milkshake - not the cocktail, which looked different).

I did find this recipe, though:

Twinings Pumpkin Chai Tea and Caramel Milkshake

• 16 oz vanilla ice cream
• 3 oz boiled water
• 2 Twinings Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Bags
• 2 Tbsp caramel syrup

Yield: 2 servings


Pour freshly boiled water into a heatproof container. Steep 2 teabags for 3 minutes, or until desired strength. Remove teabag and discard. Chill tea.

In a blender, add ice cream, chilled tea, and caramel syrup. Blend until smooth and creamy. Serve in a glass with a straw.

For an adult twist: Add 2 oz of caramel vodka into the blended mixture or pour over the top as a floater.

 

[RebeccaRL]

I did find this recipe, though:

Twinings Pumpkin Chai Tea and Caramel Milkshake

• 16 oz vanilla ice cream
• 3 oz boiled water
• 2 Twinings Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Bags
• 2 Tbsp caramel syrup

Yield: 2 servings


Pour freshly boiled water into a heatproof container. Steep 2 teabags for 3 minutes, or until desired strength. Remove teabag and discard. Chill tea.

In a blender, add ice cream, chilled tea, and caramel syrup. Blend until smooth and creamy. Serve in a glass with a straw.

For an adult twist: Add 2 oz of caramel vodka into the blended mixture or pour over the top as a floater.

That one does look good too!

TIA for anyone attending that would take a photo of the Twinnings Pumpkin Chai Tea Frozen Cocktail recipe at The Chocolate Studio and share with us!

 

[crazy4wdw]

Melina León to Perform at Eat to the Beat Concert Series, replacing India on October 5 and October 6.

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...to-perform-at-eat-to-the-beat-concert-series/

 

[BeachPrincess]

Has anyone seen a review of this year's Tequila Lunch? I haven't found one and really curious what the menu is this year. We go next Friday, can't wait!!

 

[armerida]

Wondering if anyone happens to know the size difference between the Mexico Food & Wine margaritas vs the ones served at La Choza/La Cava/La Cantina. I know they are smaller, but how much smaller? The drinks at La Choza are around $14-$15 and the F&W are $10-$11... thanks for any info, heading down tomorrow!

 

[pooh'smate]

That one does look good too!

TIA for anyone attending that would take a photo of the Twinnings Pumpkin Chai Tea Frozen Cocktail recipe at The Chocolate Studio and share with us!

I'll be there on Tuesday if I remember I will do it.

 

[RebeccaRL]

I'll be there on Tuesday if I remember I will do it.

That would be wonderful!

And I highly recommend it - delicious, especially on a hot day. I liked everything I ate that day but I would have gotten another of these if we had stayed later.

Wishing you delicious food, low crowds and cooling breezes!

 

[Chisoxcollector]

Well, if anybody attended the Robert Irvine event this afternoon, you got to see me completely act the fool!

 

[gwynne]

Well, if anybody attended the Robert Irvine event this afternoon, you got to see me completely act the fool!

Surely not. Was it fun?

 

[sherlockmiles]

Well, if anybody attended the Robert Irvine event this afternoon, you got to see me completely act the fool!

Do tell....with pictures if possible -lol

 

[Chisoxcollector]

Surely not. Was it fun?

Do tell....with pictures if possible -lol

It was fun... and completely embarrassing! And of course, my wife filmed the whole thing. I don’t know if I can bring myself to post it!