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2018 Epcot Food & Wine Festival Gluten Free Offerings

It’s that time of year when Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival takes place. Held on August 30, 2018 through November 12, 2018, this year’s Festival lasts over two months.Here is a listing of the current gluten free menu items. I will be adding prices and Disney Dining Plan Snack eligibility when available based on information from the official Epcot Food & Wine Festival website along with info from the Disney Food Blog and AllEars.net. I will be updating and posting information from my own visits once the festival begins.

Make sure to click on the individual pages for each booth to see food photos and find out more information.

I’ve indicated known special dietary needs (at this time). This list will change as more information is gathered.*Note: Menus are subject to change, as is any information regarding ingredients, cross-contamination, and other special dietary needs ingredients. Always consult with the Disney culinary team for more information before consuming. Use caution when consuming any food from marketplace booths, as there is an increased risk of cross-contamination. Marketplace booths do not adhere to Disney’s traditional special dietary needs accommodations, particularly for allergies and/or celiac disease. 

Active Eats

  • Spice-crusted Verlasso® Salmon with Warm Lentil Power Salad, Crushed Avocado and Sherry Vinegar – $5.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free (*Can be made dairy free by omitting the Crushed Avocado; Sarah confirmed with cast members who radioed a chef on 9/2/18)

*Read our review of the Active Eats booth HERE.

Africa

  • Berbere-style Beef Tenderloin Tips with Onions, Jalapeños, Tomato and Pap – $5.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free
  • Spicy Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew with Vegan Yogurt and Quinoa – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (Sarah's neighbor confirmed with a chef directly on 9/3/18), Vegan (*Confirmed by Vegan Disney World)

The Almond Orchard

  • Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Pulled Chicken, Toasted Blue Diamond Almonds and Parmesan Cheese served with Nut Thins® Crackers – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (Sarah confirmed with cast members who radioed a chef on 9/2/18; dish contains dairy and cannot be modified) *NOTE: Double-check to confirm they are serving Nut Thins when you visit, as we have learned reports that readers have been served crackers that contain gluten.
  • Fire-roasted Tomato Hummus topped with Blue Diamond Lightly Salted Roasted Almonds and served with Blue Diamond Artisan Nut Thins® Multi-seeds Crackers – $5.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (Sarah confirmed with cast members who radioed a chef on 9/2/18; dish contains dairy and cannot be modified) *NOTE: Double-check to confirm they are serving Nut Thins when you visit, as we have learned reports that readers have been served crackers that contain gluten.
  • Banana Almond Soft-serve Sundae with Fresh Berries and Chocolate Almond Streusel – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Vegetarian (*Can be made dairy free and vegan by omitting the Chocolate Almond Streusel; Sarah confirmed with cast members who radioed a chef on 9/2/18)
  • Almond Breeze Strawberry Smoothie (Non-alcoholic) – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan (Sarah confirmed with cast members who radioed a chef on 9/2/18)

*Read our review of the Almond Orchard booth HERE.

Australia

  • Grilled Sweet and Spicy Bush Berry Shrimp with Pineapple, Pepper, Onion and Snap Peas – $5.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Dairy Free
  • Grilled Lamb Chop with Mint Pesto and Potato Crunchies – $7.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free

*Read our review of the Australia booth HERE.

Brazil

  • Crispy Pork Belly with Black Beans, Tomato and Onions – $5.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Dairy Free (Sarah confirmed with cast members who radioed a chef on 9/2/18)
  • Pão de Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Vegetarian

*Read our review of the Brazil booth HERE.

Canada

  • Le Cellier Wild Mushroom Beef Filet Mignon with Truffle-Butter Sauce – $8.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free

Chocolate Studio

  • Liquid Nitro Chocolate-Almond Truffle with Warm Whiskey-Caramel – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free 

Flavors from Fire

  • Charred Chimichurri Skirt Steak on a Smoked Corn Cake with Pickled Vegetable Slaw and Cilantro Aïoli – $6.75, DDP Snack Eligible - Gluten Free if ordered without the Smoked Corn Cake (Confirmed by Carmen from The Adventures of Peas and Carrots) 

France 

  • Crème Brûlée à la Confiture de Framboises: Crème Brûlée with House-made Raspberry Jam – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Vegetarian

India

  • Madras Red Curry with Roasted Cauliflower, Baby Carrots, Chickpeas and Basmati Rice – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegetarian, Vegan 

Japan

  • Beef Nigiri topped with Shrimp Sauce and Diced Pickled Jalapeños – $5.95, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free

Mexico

  • Coconut Rice Pudding served with Mango Coulis – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Vegetarian

New Zealand

  • Steamed Green Lip Mussels with Garlic Butter and Toasted Breadcrumbs – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible - Gluten Free if ordered without the Toasted Breadcrumbs (Confirmed by multiple blog readers)

Spain

  • Seafood Salad with Shrimp, Bay Scallops, Mussels, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, White Balsamic Vinegar and Smoked Paprika – $6.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free

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2018 Epcot Food & Wine Festival Vegetarian and Vegan Offerings

It’s that time of year when Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival takes place. Held on August 30, 2018 through November 12, 2018, this year’s Festival lasts over two months.Here is a listing of the current vegetarian and vegan menu items. I will be adding prices and Disney Dining Plan Snack eligibility when available based on information from the official Epcot Food & Wine Festival website along with info from the Disney Food Blog, AllEars.net & Vegan Disney World blog. I will be updating and posting information from my own visits once the festival begins.

Please note this is NOT the Gluten Free (and other special dietary needs) List. Please check the blog’s Gluten Free Food & Wine Festival Offerings page for more info on those dishes.
Make sure to click on the individual pages for each booth to see food photos and find out more information.

*Note: Menus are subject to change, as is any information regarding ingredients, cross-contamination, and other special dietary needs ingredients. Always consult with the Disney culinary team for more information before consuming. Use caution when consuming any food from marketplace booths, as there is an increased risk of cross-contamination. Marketplace booths do not adhere to Disney’s traditional special dietary needs accommodations, particularly for allergies and/or celiac disease. 

Active Eats

  • Active Eats Energy Bar Bites: a mixture of Chocolate, Nuts, Dried Fruit and Dates – $3.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

Africa

  • Spicy Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew with Vegan Yogurt and Quinoa – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Vegan (*Confirmed by Vegan Disney World), Gluten Free (Sarah’s neighbor confirmed with a chef directly on 9/3/18)

The Almond Orchard Hosted by Blue Diamond Almond Breeze

  • Banana Almond Soft-serve Sundae with Fresh Berries and Chocolate Almond Streusel – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Vegan if ordered without the chocolate almond streusel (*Confirmed by Vegan Disney World), Gluten Free (Sarah confirmed with cast members who radioed a chef on 9/2/18)
  • Almond Breeze Strawberry Smoothie (Non-alcoholic) – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Vegan (*Confirmed by Vegan Disney World), Gluten Free (Sarah confirmed with cast members who radioed a chef on 9/2/18)

Australia

  • Lamington: Yellow Cake Dipped in Chocolate and Shredded Coconut – $3.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

Belgium

  • Belgian Waffle with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
  • Belgian Waffle with Warm Chocolate Ganache and Whipped Cream – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

Brazil

  • Pão de Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Vegetarian

The Cheese Studio

  • Maple Bourbon Boursin Cheesecake with Maple Bourbon Cream, Caramel and Pecan Crunch – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

Chocolate Studio

  • Sweet Dark Chocolate Raspberry Tart with Whipped Cream – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

Earth Eats, Inspired by The Chew

  • The IMPOSSIBLE™ Burger Slider with Wasabi Cream and Spicy Asian Slaw on a Sesame Seed Bun – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Vegan (*Confirmed by Vegan Disney World)

France 

  • Crème Brûlée à la Confiture de Framboises: Crème Brûlée with House-made Raspberry Jam – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Germany

  • Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

Greece

  • Loaded Greek “Nachos”: Pita Chips, Meatless Sausage Crumbles, and Vegan Tzatziki – $4.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Vegan (*Confirmed by Vegan Disney World)
  • Spanakopita: Greek Spinach Pie – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
  • Bougatsa: Warm Phyllo Dough Strudel with Sweet Vanilla Custard, Lemon Honey Syrup and Cinnamon – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

Hawai'i

  • Passion Fruit Cheesecake with Toasted Macadamia Nuts – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

Hops & Barley

  • Freshly Baked Carrot Cake and Cream Cheese Icing – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

India

  • Warm Indian Bread with Pickled Garlic, Mango Salsa and Coriander Pesto Dips – $4.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
  • Madras Red Curry with Roasted Cauliflower, Baby Carrots, Chickpeas and Basmati Rice – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan (*Confirmed by Vegan Disney World)

Ireland

  • Warm Irish Cheddar Cheese and Stout Dip with Irish Brown Bread – $4.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

Islands of the Caribbean

  • Quesito: Puff Pastry with Sweetened Cream Cheese and Guava Sauce – $3.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

Mexico

  • Coconut Rice Pudding served with Mango Coulis – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Morocco

  • Spicy Hummus Fries with Cucumber, Tomato, Onions and Tzatziki Sauce – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Vegan if ordered without the tzatziki sauce (*Confirmed by Vegan Disney World)
  • Chocolate Baklava: Rolled Phyllo Dough with Toasted Almonds and Dark Chocolate Sauce – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian

Refreshment Port

  • Sweet Potato Poutine: Sweet Potato Fries with Caramel Sauce, Mini Marshmallows and Pecans – $6.49, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
  • Pineapple Soft-Serve Ice Cream – Vegetarian, Vegan (*Not listed on menu, but also Gluten Free)
  • Pineapple Soft-Serve Ice Cream with Bacardi Coconut Rum – Vegetarian, Vegan (*Not listed on menu, but also Gluten Free)

Wine and Dine Studio

  • Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Vinaigrette, Parmesan Cheese and Pumpkin Seeds – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
  • Trio of Artisan Cheese featuring La Bottega di BelGioioso® Cheeses – $11.25 – Vegetarian

Stay tuned here on Gluten Free & Dairy Free at WDW for the latest 2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival news!

What are you most looking forward to this year at Food & Wine Festival?

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