Hello Lovely Readers,
Here's my recap of the 2026 Epcot International Festival of the Arts. I went twice this year. The firstMonday that I wasn't blacked out, and the very last day of the festival. Thankfully, I didn't get rained on this year. I went with a friend during the first visit, so I sampled a lot more food and drinks. I also did a couple of "interactive" activities.
It is an Art Festival...
This is the beginning of Edna from "The Incredibles". I didn't finish her.
It was raining last year, so I didn't get to paint the mural↓
A portion of the completed Mural on the last day of the festival
They have many step into the painting photo ops.
A non-festival drink, but a really tasty Strawberry Hard Cider!
The Food & Drinks
That I consumed
The American Adventure
Peppercorn-crusted Striploin
with Grilled Asparagus, Potatoes au Gratin & Au Poivré Butter
The Artisits Table
The American Adventure
Dark Chocolate Torte
Flourless Chocolate Cake, Whipped Cream & Raspberries
Pastoral Palate
Germany
Frozen Rose, Rose Blond Ale, Rose Hard Cider
Pop Eats!
Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup
Croque Monsieur-Inspired Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup
with Black Forest Ham, Gruyere & Bechamel Sauce
El Artista Hambriento
Mexico
Pear-fect Maragrita
Calenda Mezcal Jove, Prickly Pear Puree, Passion Fruit Puree & LeJay Creme de Cassis with a Potpourri Salt Rim
Roasted Turkey Breast, Onion & Bacon Custard Tart, Cherry Gel,
Brown Butter Toast Milk Foam, and Pineapple-Toffee Butter
Deco Delights
Vanilla Bean Mousse with a Golden Caramel Center and Apricot Jam on a Hazelnut Cookie
This was so good, I forgot to get a pic of the inside, which was pretty cool
Craftsman's Courtyard
Inspired by the Arts & Crafts Movement
Cold Brew Coffee, Simple Syrup, Orange Bitters & Jim Beam Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Craftsman's Courtyard
Inspired by the Arts & Crafts Movement
with Sauteed Tomatoes, Garlic & Fresh Herbs
France
Warm Cramy Brie in a House-made Bread Bowl
L'Art De La Cuisine Francaise
France
Frozen French Martini
Grey Goose Vodka, Chambord, Pineapple Juice, Orange Juice, and Grape Juice with a Lemon-Lime Foam
The Painted Panda
China
Sweet &Savory Cantonese-style BBQ Pork in a Steamed Bun
Goshiki
Japan
Tokyo Kawaii Roll
Chripsy Shrimp Tempura Wrapped in Multicolor Sushi Rice with Yellow Yuzu Sauce & Tangy Plum Sauce
with Plum Wine {not part of the festival}
Gourmet Landscapes
Canada
Wild Mushroom Risotto
with Aged Parmesan, Traffle Savings & Zinfandel Reduction
How cool is this?
It was on the marquee in New York's Amsterdam Theatre, where
ALADDIN on Broadway is playing. It is 1200 pounds and 14 feet tall. And smoke comes out of it!!
Below are some of the Art Festival Magic Shots
It's their shortest festival, but it packs a punch. I really like the food & drinks at this one. Maybe better than Food & Wine.
Have you been to this festival?
Until next time
Stay 🌞
