Savor the Magic: Your Ultimate Guide to the Disneyland Food and Wine Festival 2024

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds! The highly anticipated Disneyland Food and Wine Festival is back at Disney California Adventure Park, running from March 1st to April 22nd, 2024. This limited-time event is a culinary celebration of California’s diverse culture, flavors, and agricultural bounty. From innovative dishes and craft beverages to exciting demonstrations and tasting seminars, there’s something for every food enthusiast to discover. Disney invited us to experience the festival on its opening media day, and we’re thrilled to share all the delicious details with you.

Discover Over 80 New Dishes and Returning Favorites

Prepare for a gastronomic adventure! The Disneyland Food And Wine Festival 2024 boasts an impressive array of over 80 new food and beverage items. Among the exciting new additions, be sure to try the S’mores Caramel Tart at California Craft Brews, a decadent treat that perfectly balances sweetness and smokiness. For a plant-based option, the IMPOSSIBLE Chicken Parm Bites at Earth Eats are a must-try, offering a flavorful and satisfying experience.

But don’t worry, fan favorites are back too! Indulge in the savory Grilled Top Sirloin at Garlic Kissed, known for its rich flavors, and the adorable Mickey-shaped Macaron made with Snickers candy bar pieces at Nuts About Cheese, a sweet treat that’s as photogenic as it is delicious.

Unlock a World of Flavors with the Sip and Savor Pass

For the ultimate feasting experience, the Sip & Savor Pass is your key to culinary exploration. This tasting credential allows you to sample a selection of food and non-alcoholic beverages at participating Festival Marketplaces throughout the Disneyland Food and Wine Festival 2024.

New for this year, the Sip & Savor Pass comes in two options: a four-coupon or an eight-coupon version. This flexibility lets you choose the pass that best suits your appetite and tasting goals. You can purchase either pass at various locations within Disney California Adventure Park.

To maximize our tasting adventure, we opted for two eight-coupon passes among four friends, giving us a total of 16 samples to share and savor. It was the perfect way to experience a wide range of dishes and discover new favorites together!

Beyond the Bites: Festival Activities and Entertainment

The Disneyland Food and Wine Festival 2024 offers more than just incredible food and drinks. Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere with a variety of activities and entertainment options.

Cookin’ with the Jammin’ Chefs

Don’t miss “Cookin’ with the Jammin’ Chefs,” a lively musical demonstration that combines tasty beats with culinary fun. This engaging show features chefs creating delicious dishes while accompanied by energetic music. With multiple show times throughout the day, including 10:45 AM, 11:45 AM, 12:45 PM, and 2:45 PM, you can easily fit this entertaining experience into your festival day.

Beverage Education & Tasting Seminars

For those looking to deepen their culinary knowledge, the festival offers Beverage Education & Tasting Seminars at Sonoma Terrace. Delve into the world of craft beers, house-made cocktails, fizzy seltzers, and exceptional wines.

Reservations are highly recommended for these popular seminars as space is limited. Booking in advance is essential to secure your spot and enhance your Disneyland Food and Wine Festival 2024 experience.

Featured Tasting Seminars

This year’s seminars include exciting options like Michelada Tasting Seminars, featuring Bricia Lopez from Guelaguetza on select dates, and Ethel M Chocolate & Wine Pairing seminars in April. Check the full schedule online to discover all the available seminars and find one that piques your interest. You can find the complete list and booking information here.

Media Reception Highlights: A Sneak Peek at Festival Flavors

We were fortunate to attend the exclusive media cocktail reception, a special one-night event showcasing unique festival sips and bites. It was a fantastic opportunity to sample a wide selection of the food and beverages available throughout the Disneyland Food and Wine Festival 2024. The reception featured a beautifully arranged display table presenting all the culinary creations and cocktails that guests can enjoy during the festival’s run.

For a complete overview of all the food and beverage offerings, you can explore the full menu here.

Day 1 & Day 2 Tasting Highlights: Must-Try Dishes

During our visits on the first two days of the Disneyland Food and Wine Festival 2024, we sampled a wide range of items. Here are some of our top recommendations from each marketplace, along with the blogger’s ratings:

California Craft Brews

Menu Highlights:

1. S’mores Caramel Tart: Graham cracker tart shell filled with caramel and chocolate ganache topped with a toasted marshmallow (New) – Rating: 10/10

2. Cheeseburger Bao: with Thousand Island dressing, grilled onions, pickle, and tomato relish (New) – Rating: 10/10

Cluck-A-Doodle-Moo

Menu Highlights:

1. Kiwi-Apple Lemonade: Minute Maid Lemonade, apple juice, and kiwi and Granny Smith apple syrups garnished with a purple orchid (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New) – Rating: 8.5/10

2. Cheese Pizza-flavored Wings: with ranch dip (New) – Rating: 8/10

3. BBQ Beef Brisket Slider: with smoked white cheddar and dill pickles on salt and pepper brioche – Rating: 9/10

D-Lish

Menu Highlights:

1. Carbonara Garlic Mac & Cheese: featuring Nueske’s Peppered Bacon – Rating: 8.5/10

2. Olive Oil Cake: glazed with lemon curd, topped with vanilla bean Chantilly, and finished with fresh candied lemons, strawberry crunch, and lemon-lime gelée (New) – Rating: 10/10

3. Huckleberry-Citrus Cooler: Gold Peak Black Tea, huckleberry and agave syrups, grapefruit soda, and lemon and orange juices garnished with an orange wedge (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New) – Rating: 9.5/10

Earth Eats

Menu Highlights:

1. IMPOSSIBLE Chicken Parm Bites: with tomato and cheese sauces and grated parmesan (New) – Rating: 10/10

2. IMPOSSIBLE Beef Stroganoff: Egg noodles tossed in a mushroom cream sauce with IMPOSSIBLE beef and sour cream (New) – Rating: 8.5/10

3. Watermelon Cucumber Mojito: White rum, watermelon liqueur, mojito and cucumber syrups, watermelon purée, and lime juice topped with Topo Chico and garnished with a watermelon spear with Tajín twist (Not Available on the Sip and Savor Pass) – Rating: 9.5/10

Golden Dreams

Menu Highlights:

1. Blueberry Pancake Cold Brew: Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. Mexico Origin Coffee, maple syrup, brown butter and demerara syrups, and oat milk with a blueberry sweet cream garnished with cinnamon-flavored cereal crumble (Non-alcoholic beverage) – Rating: 8/10

2. Frozen Old Fashioned: Non-alcoholic bourbon-flavored ice cream, bitters crema, orange zest glaze, and cherry spheres (New) – No rating provided in original article

LA Style

Menu Highlights:

1. Carnitas-style Pork Belly: with esquites corn mac salad featuring Tajín Habanero (New) – Rating: 8/10

2. Baja-style Fish Taco: with cabbage slaw, cilantro-lime crema and pico de gallo (New) (Plant-based) – Rating: 10/10

Nuts About Cheese

Menu Highlights:

1. Mickey-shaped Macaron made with SNICKERS bar pieces: Chocolate Mickey-shaped macaron filled with caramel ganache and made with SNICKERS bar pieces – Rating: 10/10

Peppers Cali-Ente

Menu Highlights:

1. Chile Relleno Empanada: with Arbol pepper salsa and Oaxaca and Cotija cheeses – Rating: 10/10

Day 2 Tasting Highlights: More Delicious Discoveries

Nuts About Cheese (Day 2 Item):

1. BBQ Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese: with crispy dill pickle onions (New) – Rating: 10/10

Peppers Cali-Ente (Day 2 Item):

2. Shrimp Papas Locas: Cheddar-bacon potatoes with jalapeño cheese sauce and chipotle shrimp (New) – Rating: 10/10

Uncork California (Day 2 Item):

3. Raspberry Almond Cake: Almond cake with raspberry mousse and fresh raspberries (New) – Rating: 8/10

Golden Dreams (Day 2 Item):

4. Fig Matcha Latte: Matcha, soy milk, and coconut and simple syrups topped with a fig oat sweet cream and garnished with matcha powder (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New) – Rating: 9.5/10

Garlic Kissed (Day 2 Item):

5. Grilled Top Sirloin: with roasted garlic-gruyère smashed potatoes and black garlic chimichurri – Rating: 10/10

Churros at Hollywood Land (Day 2 Item):

6. Cannoli Churro: Churro rolled in cinnamon-sugar topped with cannoli cream, chocolate chips, and puff pastry (New) – Rating: 8/10

Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill (Day 2 Item):

7. Strawberry Horchata: House-made rice and cinnamon beverage with strawberry sauce (Non-alcoholic beverage) – Rating 8/10

Hollywood Lounge (Day 2 Item):

8. Chicken Lollipop: Beer-brined chicken with poblano mashed potatoes, caramelized fennel, and fried carrots (New) – Rating 7/10

Exclusive Festival Offerings Beyond the Sip and Savor Pass

While the Sip and Savor Pass offers incredible value, there are even more tempting treats to discover at the Disneyland Food and Wine Festival 2024 that are available for separate purchase.

Parfait Flight

Located near the Golden Zephyr ride, a special booth offers a delightful parfait flight for $12. You can also purchase individual parfaits at a slightly lower price with a slightly larger portion. Flavors include Strawberry Cheesecake, Cookies N’ Cream, Chocolate S’more, and Key Lime Pie. The blogger rated this flight a perfect 10/10!

Springtime Bouquet Mimosa Flight

Head to the Uncork California booth to indulge in the Springtime Bouquet Mimosa Flight for $18. This flight features three refreshing mimosa variations:

• Chrysanthemum Mimosa: Prosecco with lemonade and rock melon and chrysanthemum syrups (New) – Rating: 9/10
• Hibiscus-Rose Mimosa: Prosecco with hibiscus tea and rose syrup (New) – Rating: 10/10
• Apricot-Lavender Mimosa: Prosecco with apricot purée and lavender syrup (New) – Rating: 8/10

Festival Merchandise: Must-Have Souvenirs

Commemorate your visit to the Disneyland Food and Wine Festival 2024 with exclusive merchandise! From stylish apparel to collectible drinkware, there’s a perfect souvenir to remember your culinary adventure.

CORKCICLE Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Glasses

Shop the limited-edition Food & Wine Festival CORKCICLE Stainless Steel Stemless Fluted Dragonfly Glass and Jade Glass. These elegant glasses are available while supplies last, with a limit of two per person, per transaction, and no discounts apply.

Apparel and Accessories

Other merchandise highlights include:

• Food & Wine Festival Spirit Jersey: Wine-red Spirit Jersey with “Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival” lettering.
• Loungefly Backpack: Red backpack with Festival Marketplace patches and Chef Mickey design.
• Loungefly Ear Headband: Red ears with cheese bow and avocado charm.
• Wine Glass: Featuring Festival Marketplace sign-inspired labels.
• Avocado Mug: Avocado-shaped mug with Mickey ears lid and “Avocado Time” design.
• Trash Can Shaker: Trash can-inspired salt/pepper shaker with Festival Marketplace signs and Chef Mickey.

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