🍷 About This Episode If you know me, you know EPCOT is my favorite park at Walt Disney World. And when the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival rolls around, you better believe EPCOT is going to be part of my Disney plans! This year is extra special because we're celebrating 30 years of the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival — and after patiently (okay… maybe not so patiently 😂) waiting for the menus to drop, I finally have my list! In this episode, I'm taking you through my four-page handwritten Food & Wine Festival list of the foods and drinks I'm most excited to try this year. From the Cannoli Milkshake and Pretzel Bread Pudding to Filet Mignon, Pumpkin-Mascarpone Ravioli, and the one drink that may have already won the entire festival for me… Boston Brick Red. ❤️🍺 Yep. If you know me, you know. We'll also talk about why I love EPCOT so much, how I approach a festival day, and my tips for making the most of your own Food & Wine adventure — whether you're traveling with friends, family, or going solo. 🌎 What's On Rae's Food & Wine List? Here are some of the foods and drinks I'm hoping to try: CommuniCore Hall Cannoli MilkshakeCrab & Corn Mac & CheeseBrew-Wing Lab Ciderboys Cherry Jubilee Hard CiderBold Rock Apple Crumble CiderPumpkin Spice Hard CiderConnections Eatery Caramel Apple Cheesecake BaumkuchenFlavors from Fire Rodizio-style Grilled Beef SkewerSmoked Chocolate Bread PuddingEarth Eats Red Wine Braised Beef Short RibSunshine Seasons Festival Mickey-Shaped Celebration MacaronAustralia Blueberry Shrimp SkewerMexico Tostada de Osso BucoCherry NostalgiaFruta de la PasionNorway Caramel Cream & Gjetost Norwegian Brown Cheese BolleGermany Wiener Schnitzelvon Trapp Brewing Oktoberfest LagerSommerfest Pretzel Bread Pudding — a MUST!Cinnamon Pretzel Cold BrewItaly Amaretto BelliniHops & Barley Smoked Brisket & Cheddar MeltSamuel Adams Boston Brick Red Irish Red AleFunnel Cake Pumpkin Pie Funnel CakeGreece SpanakopitaGriddled CheeseMorocco Spiced Flank Steak Hummus BowlRas el Hanout Cauliflower BowlFrance Crème Brûlée PistachioUK Beer Cart Sparkling Cucumber Gin CocktailCanada Cheddar & Bacon SoupFilet MignonCanada Popcorn Cart Northern RubyHawaii Slow-Roasted Pork SliderPineapple WineO'ahu SunriseBramblewood Bites Brûléed Sweet PotatoesGrilled Cider-Brined Pork TenderloinForest & Field Pumpkin-Mascarpone RavioliAnd yes… That is a LOT of food. 😂 Which is exactly why I'm planning to share! 🍽️ Rae's Tips for an EPCOT Festival Day 1. Get a Festival Gift Card A festival gift card can make paying for all those little food and drink purchases much easier — and the wearable option is especially convenient when you're walking around World Showcase. 2. Slow down Don't try to race around EPCOT. Take your time. Enjoy the music, the atmosphere, the food, the drinks, and all the details around you. And remember: you don't have to do everything in one day. Multiple EPCOT days are absolutely allowed! 3. Share everything There are SO many things to try, and sharing allows you to sample more without getting completely stuffed after three booths. Although… I will be keeping my Boston Brick Red all to myself. 😂 ✈️ Solo Travel & EPCOT One of the reasons EPCOT is such a great park for solo travelers is that you can completely set your own pace. Want to spend an hour exploring one pavilion? Go for it. Want to stop for a snack? Do it. Want to change your entire plan because something smells amazing? Absolutely. You don't have to wait for someone else to be ready. Solo travel is about giving yourself permission to experience a destination your way — and EPCOT is one of my favorite places to do exactly that. 🍷 What's Coming Next? This episode is just the beginning! Once I get to EPCOT, I'll be trying these foods and drinks and sharing my honest reviews. So if you're planning your own Food & Wine Festival adventure, follow along because we're going to find out which items are worth the hype — and which ones aren't. 📅 Festival Details EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 📍 Walt Disney World — EPCOT 📅 August 27 – November 21, 2026 You've got plenty of time to make your way around the world! 💬 Let's Talk! Have you ever been to the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival? What's your must-eat? What's your must-drink? And if you've never been, which item from my list would YOU try first? Come find me on Instagram @travelwithraeanne and let me know! ✨ Need Help Planning Your Disney Trip? Planning Disney can be overwhelming — especially when you're trying to figure out dining, parks, resorts, transportation, reservations, and everything in between. That's where I come in! If you're dreaming about a Disney vacation, a solo adventure, or your next cruise, send me a message and let's start planning. ❤️ Connect With Rae 📱 Instagram: @travelwithraeanne 🎙️ Podcast: Rae K Uncharted 🏰 Disney • Solo Travel • Cruises • Travel Tips Follow along for more adventures, travel tips, Disney planning, and plenty of moments that make you say: “Wait… I actually want to do that.” #RaeKUncharted #TravelWithRaeAnne #DisneyWorld #EPCOT #EPCOTFoodAndWine #FoodAndWineFestival #DisneyFood #DisneyTravel #DisneyAdult #SoloDisney #SoloTravel #DisneyTips #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyPodcast #TravelPodcast 📲 IG: @travelwithraeanne 🌍 www.travelwithraeanne.com
