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Wine Bar George Opening at Disney Springs in Fall 2017

Wine Bar George, a 210-seat wine bar from Master Sommelier George Miliotes, has been confirmed for Disney Springs. The new wine bar is slated to open in fall 2017 offering a variety of wines by the glass and bottle.

‘The Chew’ Returns to the 2016 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

The 2016 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival kicks off September 14 and runs through November 14 this year. And today we have some exciting news to report: the cast of ABC's The Chew is returning to the festival this year!

Take A Peak At The 2013 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menus

The menus are out for the 18th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival in Walt Disney World. With 30 fantastic Marketplace Booths scattered around World Showcase Promenade there's sure to be something to tempt the taste of even the pickiest eater. New additions this year include Scotland, the return of Brazil, and a new Coffee Cart in the American Pavilion.

2013 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menu Updates from Disney Food Blog

Head on over to the Disney Food Blog today for the latest coverage on the 2013 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival! Not only are there new menu selections up, but some beautiful pictures of the newest culinary delights to be shared by the Festival Chefs. DFB has 15 new items listed that will tempt you to plan your Food and Wine Festival trip today!

2013 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Dates Announced

Wait no more our foodie fans! Walt Disney World has announced the dates for the 2013 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. This ultimate annual taste and sip event will be held from September 27 to November 10, 2013.

Jiko Planning a Wine Dinner for August 16

It's a guest favorite at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, and now it's planning a special wine dinner. We're talking about Jiko and its plans to host a wine dinner August 16.

The folks at Jiko have put together a 6-course feast complete with wine pairings. Those heading out to the dinner can look forward to the following menu:

Butter-poached South African Lobster Tail Lobster Bisque, Imoya, and Saffron Cream
Buffalo Samosas Potato, Sweet Corn, and Fig Atjar
"Chola Tikka"Sambal Spiced Chickpea, Tamarind, with Dhania Chutney
Ken Forrester Petit Rose, South Africa

Complimentary Wine Seminars Available at Epcot's Tutto Gusto

This post is for all of you Disney wine enthusiasts out there! Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar, located in the Italy pavilion in Epcot's World Showcase, is now offering complimentary wine seminars two times a week.

Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar Now Open

Guests wanting to sample some wine while visiting Epcot will be happy to hear a new option has opened this week. May 1 marked the official opening of the Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar in the Italy Pavilion in Epcot's World Showcase.

Swan and Dolphin to Host Second Annual Food & Wine Classic in October

Walt Disney World Foodies, take note: the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is gearing up to host its second annual Food and Wine Classic next month. The Classic looks to combine great food, wine and music along the causeway near Crescent Lake.

Along with the bevy of treats and eats from the resorts' award-winning restaurants, guests will have the opportunity to meet celebrity chef Todd English as well as many other resort chefs.

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Explore Epcot's New Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar

Eating and drinking my way around Epcot has always been one of my favorite activities, and good Italian is one of my very favorite ways to indulge. This week the delicious restaurant Tutto Italia re-opened with new menu items, newly designed seating, and outdoor patio, and the stellar addition of a brand new wine bar called Tutto Gusto!

Finding Beer, Wine and Mixers at Disney’s Value Resorts

Not all of the Walt Disney World Resort Hotels have a bar or lounge on property away from their pools. It's sad, but true. However for those that still want to kick back and enjoy an alcoholic beverage in the air conditioned comfort of your room, simply head to your resort gift shop to check out the limited selection of alcoholic beverages to be found in the shop's coolers.

Wine Tasting at Epcot's Les Vins de France

Next time you're at Epcot and feel like immersing yourself in even more French culture, stop by Les Vins de France Wine Shop and Tasting Room. Here you'll be able to learn about French wines from some of the most formidable houses from wine regions around the country. This staple of culture is a wonderful spot to stop and sip some of the best the France Pavilion has to offer.

Disney's Boardwalk Resort Pool Bar: Leaping Horse Libations

Open from Hours: 11am - 6:30pm Leaping Horse Libations is the bar located at Disney's Boardwalk Resort's Luna Park Pool has the feeling of a vintage northeastern style carousel. The entire pool area evokes the boardwalk resorts that dotted the eastern seaboard in the early 1900s. Leaping Horse Libations serves as the centerpiece to the carnival environment of the "Clown Pool".

Take Flight with Disney Hollywood Studios' Brown Derby Bar

Modeled after the original Hollywood Brown Derby restaurant built in Hollywood California in 1928, the Disney's Brown Derby brings old Hollywood glamor to a theme park. Upscale and on point it's easy to overlook that most of the guests are in shorts and t-shirts. If you are looking for and enhanced dining experience, the Brown Derby has a full service bar for it's guests with many unique cocktails poured and presented with table side drama.

Hurricane Hanna’s Grill and Bar at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club

One of the most accessible Pool Bars at the Walt Disney World Resort, Hurricane Hanna's is a small, seaside inspired, counter service bar located at Stormalong Bay between Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. Poolside entrees, snacks, and a wide variety of beer, wine, and cocktails welcome you to this turn of the century, New England inspired environment.

Three Fantastic African Safaris at Walt Disney World Resort

Kilimanjaro Safaris, located at Disney's Animal Kingdom is one of the parks most popular regular attractions. A favorite for guests of all ages, it takes on a trip through the Harambe Wildlife Reserve. You can board a rugged open-sided safari vehicle that will transport you on a unique expedition snaking through a wildlife preserve where with a little Disney magic the animals seemingly roam free. You'll be treated to up close views of cheetah, giraffe, zebras, lions, rhinos and elephants just to name a few.

The California Grill Lounge at Disney's Contemporary Resort

Perched high above Walt Disney World Resort on the 15th Floor of the Disney's Contemporary Resort is a bar & lounge with some of the most coveted seating around. Connected to the the exquisite culinary genius of Chef Brian Piasecki's California Grill, the California Grill Lounge serves the same award winning food & wine as in the restaurant.

Ale & Compass Lounge at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

The Ale and Compass Lounge is a modest spot located in a cozy nook just off of the lobby at Disney's Yacht Club Resort. It's a quick spot to grab breakfast before heading off to the parks, or a great place to relax with a night cap while winding down for the evening.

Favorite Time of Year to Visit Walt Disney World

One would think that a Disney fan's favorite time to go to Disney Parks would be the most popular time of year, but that's just not so. The heat and crowds of the popular summer season can almost send even the most dedicated fan into a tither. Many families choose to travel only when their kids are out of school, and this makes for crowds of (sometimes first time) guests struggling to get to their rides in elbow to elbow masses.