Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic Preview Was a Delicious Experience. Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic will return for an unprecedented 14th year this November 10th and 11th, and we got a chance to preview some of the delectable food and drinks, along with hearing about all the new experiences.
One thing we were very impressed by, was the partnership between Swan and Dolphin and The Swan Reserve, and Friends of Fisher House who provide support to the Orlando Fisher House to ensure Military, Veterans, and their families experience the comforts of home while receiving vital medical care at the VA or a nearby facility.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic is our favorite festival of the year. Why? Well, we will tell you. It is nice to pay one price and enjoy every food booth and savor all the delicious meals. If you do not like something, that is okay, there will be so many other dishes you can enjoy, here is the difference between Epcot’s Food and Wine, and Food & Wine Classic, I don’t have to pay at each stand. Plus, I can stay at the resort after a long night of tasting all the delicacies!
Related: Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic releases 2023 Menu
Not only is the food and wine worth the price, but the venue is beautiful. The walkways around the lagoon. The fountain with the band playing under it. The wonderful people you can meet, and the view at nighttime is spectacular.
I am in no way a wine connoisseur, but if you are, there will be plenty of booths and experts who can explain the complexity of each wine.
Below you can find all the information on tickets for this year’s Food & Wine Classic, but before then let us tantalize you with some of the new offerings this year.
Smoked American Lamb (NEW): Hand Crafted Lamb, Smoked Cumin and Harissa Barbecue Sauce, Roasted Black Pepper and Date Puree, Pickled Mustard Greens (from Smokin’ D’s BBQ specialty booth)
Compressed Late Harvest Watermelon with Spiced Labneh, Marinated Tomatoes, Frisée, Marinated Feta Cheese (from Cabana Bar & Beach Club)
Gorgonzola Cheese Filled Agnolotti (NEW) with Spiced Pear, Walnuts, Nasturtium flower, ‘Nduja Vinaigrette (from Il Mulino)
Tonnarelli Pasta (NEW): House-made Tonnarelli Pasta, Steamed Baby Clams, Roasted Tomato Sauce, Calabrian Chili, Guanciale (from Amare)
Signature Classic Guacamole en Molcajete with Warm Tortilla Chips and Roasted Tomato Salsa (from Rosa Mexicano)
Red Chile Chicken (NEW) with Avocado, Tomatillo, Pico de Gallo, Queso Fresco, Corn Tortillas (from Rosa Mexicano)
Pan-seared vegan Dumpling with Spicy Sauce (from Chinatown-themed area)
Italian Beef Sandwich (NEW): Slow-Cooked Sliced Linz Heritage Angus Beef Rib-Eye, Soft Roll, Giardiniera (from Carnival Corner-themed area)
Seminole Pumpkin Fry Bread (NEW): Pumpkin-Flavored Fry Bread, Powdered Sugar,
Warm Pumpkin Spice Sauce (from For the Love of Florida themed area) Butter-Poached
Bay Scallops (NEW) with Florida Corn Puree, Charred Scallion Vinaigrette, Radish, Shallot Butter (from For the Love of Florida themed area)
Reuben Sandwich (NEW): Carved House-Made Corned Bread, Rye Bread, Russian Dressing, Authentic Olde World Sauerkraut, Gerkin (from VIP Champagne & Dessert Party)
King Crab (NEW): King Crab Meat, Blood Orange, Florida Grapefruit, Celery, Ginger, Crispy Garlic (from VIP Champagne & Dessert Party)
Desserts:
Pear Pecan Praline Cake (NEW) with Black Fig Compote (from Swan and Dolphin Pastry Kitchen)
Blood Orange & Raspberry Tart (NEW) (from Swan and Dolphin Pastry Kitchen) 70% Single Origin Peruvian Chocolate Mousse (NEW) with Mango and Passion Fruit Gel (from Swan and Dolphin Pastry Kitchen)
Raspberry Moon (NEW): Almond Shortbread, Red Raspberry Mousse, White Chocolate Whipped Ganache, Caramelized Ganache, Caramelized Almonds, Nitro Ginger Ice Cream (from VIP Champagne & Dessert Party)
Friday, Nov. 10, and Saturday, Nov. 11 from 5:30-9 p.m.
Tickets: $185 per person for unlimited food & beverage samples
25+ food dishes and 200+ wine, beer, and spirits samplings, with different menus each night
NEW! For the Love of Florida and The Rosé Room themed areas
Website: FoodAndWineClassic.com
PREMIUM EVENTS –
Food & Wine Classic guests can experience the Swan Reserve and its 15th-floor private event space, The Vue, offering floor-to-ceiling views of all Walt Disney World Theme Parks
Enjoy a VIP champagne and dessert reception featuring champagnes and sparkling wines paired with the hotel’s award-winning desserts while watching Disney nighttime spectacularsSaturday, Nov. 11 from 8:30-10 p.m.
Tickets: $150 per person for unlimited dessert and beverage tastings (plus taxes and fees).
The Grand Tasting –
A high-end wine pairing tasting, perfect for wine enthusiasts
Takes guests palates on a journey of elite wines and champagnes curated by Master Sommelier John Blazon and paired with a custom chef’s table menu from the resort’s Executive Chef Dan Herman
Saturday, Nov. 11 from 2-5 p.m.
Tickets: $425 per person (plus taxes and fees); seating is limited
NEW! CHARITABLE PARTNERSHIP WITH FRIENDS OF FISHER HOUSE ORLANDO
In recognition of this year’s event taking place during Veterans Day, the resort is partnering with Friends of Fisher House Orlando, who will receive a charitable contribution from the event
The Orlando Fisher House provides free accommodations and resources for military and veteran families while a loved one is receiving medical treatment.
