2020 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival Gluten Free Offerings
*This information comes from the Festival Passports handed out at the festival and was made available online at WDW’s website prior to the festival opening (and may be subject to change). As always, guests should consult each booth for ingredients or for other special dietary needs. Because of the booth space, cross contamination is of higher risk for guests consuming gluten free ingredients.
The International Flower and Garden Festival has been one of my favorites festivals held at Epcot. This year’s event takes place from March 4 – June 1, 2020. Here is a listing of the current gluten free menu items based on information from Disney’s website along with info from the Disney Food Blog. I will be updating this post after the festival begins and after I visit the park for more information.
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 Outdoor Kitchen booths, as there is an increased risk of cross-contamination. Outdoor Kitchen booths do not adhere to Disney’s traditional special dietary needs accommodations, particularly for allergies and/or celiac disease.
Bauernmarket: Farmer's Market
- Potato Pancakes with House-made Apple Sauce – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (Sarah asked cast members who radioed a chef to confirm; indicated potatoes were gluten free & made with potato starch), Dairy Free, Egg Free, Vegetarian, Vegan (Plant-Based)
- Potato Pancake with Caramelized Ham, Onions and Herb Sour Cream – $4.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (Sarah asked cast members who radioed a chef to confirm; indicated potatoes were gluten free & made with potato starch)
The Citrus Blossom
- Lobster Tail with Meyer Lemon Emulsion and Grilled Lemon – $8.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (*Marked on the passport)
- Crispy Citrus Chicken with Orange Aïoli and Baby Greens – $5.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (*Marked on the passport)
Flavor Full Kitchen Hosted by AdventHealth
- Grilled Baby Vegetables with Hummus Cream and Red Pepper Coulis – $4.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (Sarah asked cast members who radioed a chef to confirm), Dairy Free, Egg Free, Vegetarian, Vegan (Plant-Based)
Hanami
- Frushi: Strawberry, Pineapple and Cantaloupe wrapped in Sweet Rice and Pink Soy Wrap served with Whipped Cream, Drizzled Berry Sauce and Toasted Coconut – $6.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (Sarah asked cast members showed her the ingredients binder to confirm), *Can be made Dairy Free by omitting the whipped cream.
Magnolia Terrace
- Grilled Oysters with Cajun Butter – $7.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (Sarah asked cast members who radioed a chef to confirm)
- Pecan Praline – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (Sarah asked cast members who radioed a chef to confirm)
Northern Bloom
- Roasted Cauliflower with Buckwheat Honey Carrot Puree, Wild Rice Pilaf, Asparagus, Honey Blistered Grapes, Sunflower Brittle and Coriander Flowers – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (*Marked on the passport)
The Honey Bee-stro Hosted by National Honey Board™
- Roasted Cauliflower with Buckwheat Honey Carrot Puree, Wild Rice Pilaf, Asparagus, Honey Blistered Grapes, Sunflower Brittle and Coriander Flowers – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (*Marked on the passport)
Pineapple Promenade
- DOLE Whip® – $5.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Not marked but Dole Whips are Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Vegetarian, Vegan (Plant-Based) *Double-check cross-contamination concerns & ingredients
- Pineapple DOLE Whip® with Fanta (Non-alcoholic) – $6.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Not marked but Dole Whips are Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Vegetarian, Vegan (Plant-Based) *Double-check cross-contamination concerns & ingredients
- DOLE Whip® with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum – $12.00 – Not marked but Dole Whips are Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Vegetarian, Vegan (Plant-Based) *Double-check cross-contamination concerns & ingredients
Refreshment Outpost
- Pineapple Skewer with Tajin Seasoning – $4.75 – *Sarah has not visited booth but the pineapple skewers and seasoning are Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Vegetarian, Vegan (Plant-Based) *Double-check cross-contamination concerns & ingredients
Trowel & Trellis hosted by
IMPOSSIBLE™ Foods
- Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with Savory Garlic Spread – $5.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (*Marked on the passport), Dairy Free, Egg Free, Vegetarian, Vegan (Plant-Based)
- Chocolate Pudding Terrarium with Avocado Cream, Matcha Crumb, Pomegranate and Baby Herbs – $5.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten Free (*Marked on the passport), Dairy Free, Egg Free, Vegetarian, Vegan (Plant-Based)
- Impossible™ Farmhouse Meatball with Lentil Bread, Spinach, Marinated Vegetables, and Creamy Herb Dressing (Plant-based) – $5.75, DDP Snack Eligible – *Can be made Gluten Free by omitting the bread, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Vegetarian, Vegan (Plant-Based)
Stay tuned to sources like the Disney Food Blog and here on Gluten Free & Dairy Free at WDW for the latest 2020 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival news!
What are you most looking forward to at the 2020 Flower & Garden Festival?
2020 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival Vegetarian & Vegan Offerings
*This information comes from the Festival Passports handed out at the festival and was made available online at WDW’s website prior to the festival opening (and may be subject to change). As always, guests should consult each booth for ingredients or for other special dietary needs. Because of the booth space, cross contamination is of higher risk for guests consuming gluten free ingredients.
The International Flower and Garden Festival has been one of my favorites festivals held at Epcot. This year’s event takes place from March 4 – June 1, 2020. Here is a listing of the current vegetarian & vegan menu items based on information from Disney’s website along with info from the Disney Food Blog and Vegan Disney World. I will be updating this poster after the festival begins and after I visit the park for more information.
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 Outdoor Kitchen booths, as there is an increased risk of cross-contamination. Outdoor Kitchen booths do not adhere to Disney’s traditional special dietary needs accommodations, particularly for allergies and/or celiac disease.
Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market
- Potato Pancakes with House-made Apple Sauce – Dairy Free, Plant-Based (Vegan), Vegetarian
Flavor Full Kitchen Hosted by AdventHealth
- Grilled Baby Vegetables with Hummus Cream and Red Pepper Coulis – Dairy Free, Plant-Based (Vegan), Vegetarian
Florida Fresh
- Watermelon Cucumber Slushy (Non-alcoholic) – Dairy Free, Plant-Based (Vegan), Vegetarian
Pineapple Promenade
- DOLE Whip – Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Plant-Based (Vegan), Vegetarian
Refreshment Outpost
- Pineapple Skewer with Tajin Seasoning – Dairy Free, Plant-Based (Vegan), Vegetarian
Trowel & Trellis hosted by
IMPOSSIBLE™ Foods
- Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with Savory Garlic Spread – Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Plant-Based (Vegan) Vegetarian
- Impossible™ Farmhouse Meatball with Lentil Bread, Spinach, Marinated Vegetables, and Creamy Herb Dressing – Dairy Free, Plant-Based (Vegan) Vegetarian
- Chocolate Pudding Terrarium with Avocado Cream, Matcha Crumb, Pomegranate and Baby Herbs – Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Plant-Based (Vegan) Vegetarian
Stay tuned to sources like the Disney Food Blog, Vegan Disney World, and here on Gluten Free & Dairy Free at WDW for the latest 2020 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival news!
What are you most looking forward to at the 2020 Flower & Garden Festival?
Active Eats Booth at 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival
*This gluten free dining experience took place in September 2019. It includes notes about dairy free modifications, as well as vegetarian, and vegan options.
For Food & Wine Festival Gluten Free marketplace booth options, be sure to click over to the marketplace booth page for more info.
Active Eats, located this year in Future World West, first debuted at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival in 2017. Featuring healthful options, this has been a good go-to gluten free booth the past few years and has included different variations of the Verlasso Salmon dish -- a gluten free festival favorite. I was glad to see the booth return this year to the festival, especially since it now has two gluten friendly options available. *Note: As of 9/24/2019, I have learned that one of these dishes is NOT gluten free and contains gluten. As of 10/2019, Disney has updated the dish to make the Salmon dish gluten free once again.
Because this booth is NOT 100% gluten free, there is always an increased risk of cross-contamination. Use your own judgement when consuming items that are not in dedicated gluten free booths or booths that contain almost all gluten friendly dishes.
The two gluten friendly options available at the Active Eats booth include:
- *Dish has been updated due to gluten in the original dish marked GF. Spice-crusted Verlasso® Salmon with UNCLE BEN’S® Basmati Rice, Lentils, Quinoa, Crushed Avocado and Sherry Vinegar
- Fruit and Nut Energy Snack: House-made mixture of Apricots, Almonds, Pecans, Coconut, Puffed Rice and Chocolate Chips
The salmon is also a must-order for me at this booth, but I was very curious about the fruit and nut energy snack. Our friends at Vegan Disney World had confirmed that not only was this dish gluten free and vegetarian (as marked on the festival passport), but it was also dairy free and vegan.
*Dish has now been updated to be gluten free (after it was mislabeled and contained gluten). The Spice-crusted Verlasso® Salmon with UNCLE BEN’S® Quinoa & Ancient Grains Medley, Crushed Avocado and Sherry Vinegar is marked gluten free on the passport and costs $5.75 and is eligible as a snack credit on the Disney Dining Plan.
Last year's version of this dish contain dairy in the avocado mash. Because we attended the festival the day before Hurricane Dorian was set to affect Central Florida, I did not ask about the avocado and dairy. The festival booths had been adjusted to still operate but weren't operating at full capacity. This meant the booths were a bit busy. However, I will work to double-check these ingredients on a regular festival day. If you're dairy free, do make sure you double-check before consuming.
As always, I really enjoy the salmon dish. It wasn't very spicy and was fairly mild in flavor. The only flavor that was a bit strong was the sherry vinegar in the quinoa and ancient grain medley. My only big complaint with this dish is that it continues to shrink in size. I'd love a slightly larger portion of salmon. As an aside, I did have a stomach ache after eating this and have since learned that the dish contains gluten. The booth has updated the dish so that it is made using gluten free ingredients now after many of us reached out to Disney about the dish containing gluten but being labeled GF.
The Fruit and Nut Energy Snack: House-made mixture of Apricots, Almonds, Pecans, Coconut, Puffed Rice and Chocolate Chips is marked gluten free and vegetarian on the passport and costs $4.00 and is eligible as a snack credit on the Disney Dining Plan. Vegan Disney World also confirmed that it is dairy free and vegan.
Last year, the Active Eats booth had a version of a fruit and nut snack on their menu, but it was not marked gluten free. I was excited to see it marked GF this year. Overall, I really loved this dish. It wasn't very sweet at all -- though the dried fruit and chocolate chips gave a nice hint of sweetness throughout. My only major complaint is that it "melted" very quickly.
The snack came from the refrigerator and was served chilled. But, within mere minutes it started coming apart quickly in the heat. So, I would recommend eating this quickly and indoors if you can. It's not a great dish for holding up to sitting around for a long period of time. That being said, I would totally get this again for a mid-morning or evening snack. If you like granola type bars, you'll enjoy this one. If not, I'd pass.
Overall
*Updated Note from Sarah: I am deeply disappointed that Disney is currently marking a dish gluten free and continuing to serve it as such. However, I'm glad that Disney responded to this error swiftly once notified and have since modified the dish to be gluten free.
I was glad to see two options available to gluten free guests at the Active Eats booth this year. Both were solid options, in my opinion, and were quite tasty. In addition, anytime there's a booth with more than one GF option, the better. Not only does it mean there are more options to try and enjoy, but it also helps reduce the risk of cross-contamination. The Active Eats booth will definitely be a repeat for me this year during the festival.
Have you been to the Active Eats booth? What did you think of the GF options?
2019 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 29, 2019 through November 23, 2019, this year’s Festival lasts almost three months!
Here is a listing of the current known 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 Vegan Disney World, the Disney Food Blog and AllEars.net. 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.
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
- Fruit and Nut Energy Snack: House-made mixture of Apricots, Almonds, Pecans, Coconut, Puffed Rice and Chocolate Chips – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan, Gluten Free (*Dairy Free & Vegan status confirmed by Vegan Disney World)
Africa
- Spicy Kenyan Vegan Githeri with White Beans, Pigeon Peas, Curry Rice Pilaf and Kachumbari Slaw – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan (*Dairy Free & Vegan status confirmed by Vegan Disney World)
The Alps
- Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese with Baby Potatoes, Cornichons and Baguette – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
- Blueberry and Almond Frangipane Tart with Crème Fraîche Cream and Blue Diamond® Almonds – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
Australia
- Deconstructed Pavlova with Pastry Cream, Citrus-macerated Berries and Lemon Myrtle Meringue – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Belgium
- Golden Malted® Belgian Waffle with Warm Chocolate Ganache and Whipped Cream – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
- Golden Malted® Belgian Waffle with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
Brazil
- Pão de Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Gluten Free
The Cheese Studio hosted by Boursin® Cheese
- Black Pepper Boursin® Soufflé with Fig Marmalade – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
- Maple Bourbon Cheesecake with Maple Bourbon Cream, Caramel and Pecan Crunch – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
The Donut Box (Opening October 1st)
- Sweet Corn Fritter with Fresno and Red Pepper Jelly – Vegetarian
- Strawberry-dusted Yeast Donut Holes – Vegetarian
Earth Eats, Hosted by IMPOSSIBLE™ Foods
- The IMPOSSIBLE™ Burger Slider with Wasabi Cream and spicy Asian Slaw on a Sesame Seed Bun – $5.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan (*Dairy Free & Vegan status confirmed by Vegan Disney World; potential cross-contamination with dairy for bun, so those with allergies should proceed with caution)
- IMPOSSIBLE™ Cottage Pie: IMPOSSIBLE™ Ground Meat with Carrots, Mushrooms, and Peas topped with Mashed Cauliflower, White Beans, and Mozzarella – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan (*Dairy Free & Vegan status confirmed by Vegan Disney World)
- Suja® organic kombucha green apple – $4.00 – Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan (*Dairy Free & Vegan status confirmed by Vegan Disney World)
- Suja® organic kombucha pineapple passionfruit – $4.00 – Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan (*Dairy Free & Vegan status confirmed by Vegan Disney World)
- Suja® organic kombucha mixed berry – $4.00 – Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan (*Dairy Free & Vegan status confirmed by Vegan Disney World)
- Suja® organic kombucha Flight also available – $6.00 – Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan (*Dairy Free & Vegan status confirmed by Vegan Disney World)
France
- Fondue Savoyarde: Fondue of Imported Cheeses and Chardonnay served with Croutons – $5.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
- Crème Brûlèe: Crème Brûlèe with House-made Chocolate Hazelnut Cream – $4.75, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Funnel Cake
- Mini Funnel Cake topped with Vanilla Ice Cream and Mixed-berry Sangria Compote – $8.50 – Vegetarian
Germany
- Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
Hawai'i
- Passion Fruit Cheesecake with Toasted Macadamia Nuts – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Hops & Barley
- Freshly Baked Carrot Cake and Cream Cheese Icing – $4.25, 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 Uncle Ben’s® Basmati Rice – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan, Gluten Free (*Dairy Free & Vegan status confirmed by Vegan Disney World)
Ireland
- Warm Irish Cheddar Cheese and Stout Dip with Irish Brown Bread – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
- Warm Chocolate Pudding with Irish Cream Liqueur Custard – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
Islands of the Caribbean
- Quesito: Puff Pastry with Sweetened Cream Cheese and Guava Sauce – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
Morocco
- Spicy Hummus Fries with Cucumber, Tomatoes, Onions, Tzatziki, and Chipotle Sauce – $8.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian (*Not Vegan this year; see Vegan Disney World's post about it)
- Chocolate Baklava: Rolled Phyllo Dough with Toasted Almonds and Dark Chocolate Sauce – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
Refreshment Outpost
- Savanna Smoothie: Coconut Milk, Agave, and Amarula Cream Liqueur – $11.25 – Vegetarian
Refreshment Port
- DOLE WHIP® Pineapple Soft-serve – $4.99, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan, Gluten Free (*Never marked on the passports as GF, but Dole Whips are gluten free)
- DOLE WHIP® Pineapple Soft-serve with Bacardi Coconut Rum – $10.25 – Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Vegan, Gluten Free (*Never marked on the passports as GF, but Dole Whips are gluten free)
Shimmering Sips Mimosa Bar
- Banana Almond Soft-serve Sundae made with Blue Diamond Almond Breeze® Almondmilk, fresh Berries, and Chocolate Almond Streusel – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian, Dairy Free and Vegan if ordered without Streusel (*Dairy Free & Vegan status confirmed by Vegan Disney World)
- Cheesecake Trio: Raspberry, Chocolate, and New York-Style Cheesecake Bites – $5.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
- Shimmering Strawberry Soft-serve in a Waffle Cone – $5.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
Sommerfest
- Frangipane Peach Tart – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
The Wine & Dine Studio
- Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Vinaigrette, Parmesan Cheese and Pumpkin Seeds – $4.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
- Trio of Artisan Cheese – $5.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
Stay tuned here on Gluten Free & Dairy Free at WDW for the latest 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival news!
What are you most looking forward to this year at Food & Wine Festival?
2017 Epcot International Festival of the Arts Vegetarian and Vegan Offerings
The Epcot International Festival of the Arts is a brand new event coming to Epcot in January 2017. Beginning on January 13, 2017, the Festival of the Arts will take place Fridays through Mondays until February 20, 2017 and will focus on three artistic disciplines: Visual, Culinary, and the Performing Arts. So, you’ll get a lot of chance to enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes throughout the festival.With that in mind, the festival will include the Food Studios with several food and beverage booths, very similar to the ones at the Food & Wine Festival and Flower & Garden Festival.
Here is a listing of the current gluten free menu items with prices and Disney Dining Plan Snack eligibility based on information from my personal visits to the Epcot Food & Wine Festival along with info from the Disney Food Blog.Please note this is NOT the Gluten Free (and other special dietary needs) List. Please check the blog’s Gluten Free Festival of the Arts Gluten Free Food 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.
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 Food Studios booths, as there is an increased risk of cross-contamination. Food Studios booths do not adhere to Disney’s traditional special dietary needs accommodations, particularly for allergies and/or celiac disease.E=AT²
- Figment White Chocolate Art Painting with Chocolate Easel – $7.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian (also Gluten Free)
- White Chocolate Mickey Puzzle with Artist Palette – $6.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian (also Gluten Free)
- Wild Mushroom Risotto, Aged Parmesan, Truffle Shavings and Zinfandel Reduction – $9.00 – Vegetarian
- White Chocolate Puzzle on an Artist Palette – $6.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian (also Gluten Free)
- Mickey and Pluto White Chocolate Painting with Chocolate Easel – $7.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian (also Gluten Free)
Painter’s Palate
- Margherita Flatbread with Basil Pesto and Balsamic Drizzle – $6.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
- White Chocolate Figment Puzzle served on an Artist Palette – $6.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian (also Gluten Free)
- Mary Blair White Chocolate Art Painting with Chocolate Easel – $7.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian (also Gluten Free)
- Pop’t Art: Abstract Designed Sugar Cookie with Chocolate Hazelnut Filling – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
Pop Eats!
- Pop’t Art: Modern-design Sugar Cookie with Chocolate Hazelnut Filling – $4.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
- Almond Frangipane Cake layered with Raspberry Jam and Chocolate – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian
- Goofy White Chocolate Puzzle – $6.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Vegetarian (also Gluten-Free)
Stay tuned to sources like the Disney Food Blog and here on Gluten Free & Dairy Free at WDW for the latest 2017 Epcot International Festival of the Arts news!What are you most looking forward to this year at the Festival of the Arts?
2017 Epcot International Festival of the Arts Gluten Free Offerings
The Epcot International Festival of the Arts is a brand new event coming to Epcot in January 2017. Beginning on January 13, 2017, the Festival of the Arts will take place Fridays through Mondays until February 20, 2017 and will focus on three artistic disciplines: Visual, Culinary, and the Performing Arts. So, you'll get a lot of chance to enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes throughout the festival.With that in mind, the festival will include the Food Studios with several food and beverage booths, very similar to the ones at the Food & Wine Festival and Flower & Garden Festival.Here is a listing of the current gluten free menu items with prices and Disney Dining Plan Snack eligibility based on information from my personal visits to the Epcot Food & Wine Festival along with info from the Disney Food Blog.
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 Food Studios booths, as there is an increased risk of cross-contamination. Food Studios booths do not adhere to Disney’s traditional special dietary needs accommodations, particularly for allergies and/or celiac disease. Cuisine Classique
- Seared Red Snapper with braised Ratatouille and Lemon-Thyme Beurre Blanc – $7.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free
- Port Wine Poached Pear, Vanilla Panna Cotta and Pistachio Crumbs – $6.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free
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- Cobb Salad with Smoked Duck Breast, Avocado Mousse, Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Bacon and Blue Cheese – $7.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free
- Figment White Chocolate Art Painting with Chocolate Easel – $7.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
- White Chocolate Mickey Puzzle with Artist Palette – $6.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
- White Chocolate Puzzle on an Artist Palette – $6.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
- Mickey and Pluto White Chocolate Painting with Chocolate Easel – $7.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Painter’s Palate
- White Chocolate Figment Puzzle served on an Artist Palette – $6.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
- Mary Blair White Chocolate Art Painting with Chocolate Easel – $7.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
- Shrimp Ceviche with Lime Mint Foam – $6.00, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
- Sous Vide Venison with Butternut Squash Purée, Pomegranate Reduction, Pickled Turnip and Juniper Berry Powder – $7.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free
- Goofy White Chocolate Puzzle – $6.50, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
The Artist’s Table
- Pan-Seared Scallop with Chorizo, Roasted Red Pepper Coulis and a Parmesan Crisp – $6.25, DDP Snack Eligible – Gluten-Free
Stay tuned to sources like the Disney Food Blog and here on Gluten Free & Dairy Free at WDW for the latest 2017 Epcot International Festival of the Arts news!What are you most looking forward to this year at the Festival of the Arts?
Florida Fresh — 2016 Flower & Garden Festival Booth
*This dining experience took place in March 2016.Please note that the Flower & Garden Festival booths have increased risks of cross contamination.
Florida Fresh has been an Epcot Flower & Garden Festival staple for several years now. Last year, it had two dishes I didn't try - the Watermelon Salad (I really dislike watermelon) and the shrimp and grits (which contained dairy).This year, they have two items on their menu that are marked gluten free:
- Kale salad with dried cherries, almonds, goat cheese and white balsamic vinaigrette –Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Lactose Free (confirmed lactose free and can be made dairy free by removing cheese by Sarah on March 2, 2016)
- Shrimp and stone ground grits with andouille sausage, sweet corn, tomatoes, and cilantro – Gluten Free
Because I have been introducing some dairy into my diet, I've learned that I can tolerate goat cheese with no issues, and so I decided to get the Kale Salad. I was told that you can easily order the salad without the cheese to make it both dairy free and vegan too.Overall, I really liked this salad. I loved the dried cherries, the crunch of the sliced almonds and the kale. It wasn't overpowering or overly dressed, which was also nice. It was light and refreshing and even those who might not think they'd like it would probably enjoy it. This is a salad I'd definitely get again.I've heard a few people say that the shrimp and grits are also dairy free this year, which seems unlikely, but I will also be stopping by the booth soon to confirm whether or not it contains dairy.Read about the gluten free Epcot Flower & Garden Festival options on my main festival page, and you can also check out Gluten Free in Orlando’s festival page too.Looking for even more fun? Check out my YouTube video walkthroughs of the Festival!
Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market — 2016 Flower & Garden Festival Booth
*This dining experience took place in March 2016.Please note that the Flower & Garden Festival booths have increased risks of cross contamination.
The Bauernmarkt is a new booth for this year's Flower & Garden Festival. They have one item on their menu that is marked gluten free:
- Currywurst with paprika chips – roasted bratwurst with curry ketchup and paprika-spiced chips – Gluten Free, Dairy Free (confirmed dairy free by Sarah on March 2, 2016)
Trying this dish, I will say that I was not a big fan of it. I love condiments, and I also love curry ketchup. But, I was not feeling this one. Plus, it was put on too heavily -- something I never thought I'd say as the condiment queen!I liked the bratwurst but found the ketchup to be overpowering (and I also adore curry). I also thought the paprika chips were overly seasoned.I think my biggest complaint was that the dish was overly sauced, overly seasoned and had too many big bold flavors competing with one another.Props for the super cute Epcot swizzle stick that accompanied the dish but overall, this was not a dish I'd get again. Still, I love that the booth had a gluten free and dairy free option.Read about the gluten free Epcot Flower & Garden Festival options on my main festival page, and you can also check out Gluten Free in Orlando’s festival page too.Looking for even more fun? Check out my YouTube video walkthroughs of the Festival!
La Isla Fresca — 2016 Flower & Garden Festival Booth
*This dining experience took place in March 2016.Please note that the Flower & Garden Festival booths have increased risks of cross contamination.
La Isla Fresca is a new booth this year to the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival. They have one item on their menu that is marked gluten free:
- Jerk-spice grouper or chicken with mango salsa, chayote and green papaya slaw with lime-cilantro vinaigrette – Gluten Free, Dairy Free (confirmed dairy free by Sarah on March 2, 2016)
I was excited about this dish, as I love spicy food, and I love fish. I also liked that they offered the option of chicken or grouper. I've now tried both the chicken and grouper.I will say that the fish I've had here was a bit overcooked but overall really delicious. I loved the mango salsa and even really enjoyed the slaw. I found it to be light and refreshing! A great choice. It also wasn't overly spicy, so if you think it might be too spicy, you might be surprised to find it a bit mild.
The chicken was also a good option and great for those that do not like fish. It was a bit on the tough side, but I liked that it was boneless chicken, which made it easier to cut and eat. Overall, I prefer the combination of grouper with the accompaniments, but both the chicken and fish are great options.This is definitely a dish I will get again at the festival!Read about the gluten free Epcot Flower & Garden Festival options on my main festival page, and you can also check out Gluten Free in Orlando’s festival page too.Looking for even more fun? Check out my YouTube video walkthroughs of the Festival!
Urban Farm Eats -- 2014 Flower & Garden Festival Booth
*This review took place in March 2014.Please note that the Flower & Garden Festival booths have increased risks of cross contamination. 
The booth I was looking forward to the most at this year’s Flower & Garden Festival was the Urban Farm Eats booth. When I first read the food offerings, I had a suspicion that this booth would be gluten free friendly. So I wasn’t surprised when I read that all of the food offerings at Urban Farms Eats were gluten free. Yippee! This meant less chance of cross contamination. The options served at the booth also sounded really intriguing, so I was looking forward to finding out if at least one of these was dairy free too.
When I got to the booth, I noticed a chef was on hand (and I went early, close to the both openings at 11 a.m.). The cast member at the cash register referred me to Chef Scott who helped me out. He said the only dish that contained dairy was the beet salad. This made me even happier about this booth. That meant that I could eat two of the three dishes (and technically, I could probably order the salad without the goat cheese cream).I decided to go for it and try both dishes – the Land grown eggplant "scallop" with romesco sauce and spaghetti squash and the Ghost pepper dusted tilapia with winter melon slaw and mint oil. 
First up is the land grown eggplant "scallop." So, yeah. The name. I get it's a play on words and food making the eggplant look like scallop. But honestly, I don't think we need this gimmick at the festival. How about some really fabulous grilled eggplant cooked and seasoned really well? This, I'm sad to say was not really great.I liked the romesco sauce well enough - I like roasted red peppers. The sauce wasn't super flavorful though. And the spaghetti squash? Um...bland bland and bland. And don't get me wrong. I know spaghetti squash can be a bit blah-zo when it comes to flavor but salt would have helped. And I LOVE spaghetti squash by the way! Both of those accompaniments were fine relatively speaking but it was the eggplant "scallop" that really ruined it for me. The texture was the eggplant was so mushy and off (I believe one family member said it had the texture of oysters...um, YUCK). Again, I like this vegetable, I just thinking it could have been better highlighted by a different cooking preparation. If your family is already on the fence about eggplant, this really is not the dish to try!
The ghost pepper dusted tilapia fared better in my mind. I will say that if you are scared of spicy food this actually isn't as bad as it sounds (ghost pepper is one of the hottest peppers in the world). They definitely used the pepper sparingly. But it is spicy (have some water handy). I thought the curry I had last year at the Singapore booth at Food & Wine was infinitely spicier!I think my favorite thing was the winter melon slaw. It had fresh ginger in it and was super fresh and light. The mint oil seemed like a nice accompaniment...if I could have tasted it! Is it weird I want to go back and just get the winter melon slaw?!The booth also features Redbridge gluten free beer (not really my favorite but glad it's an option) and several vegan wines.I would say overall, I'm glad that this booth is there, and that they had some different gluten free & dairy free offerings. I also felt a lot more comfortable consuming something from this booth.For more Flower & Garden Festival info, check out my main festival page, as well as the reviews found on Gluten Free in Orlando's website. Alexis visits the festivals regularly and offers terrific updates.
Jardin de Fiestas -- 2014 Flower & Garden Festival Booth
*This review took place in March 2014. Please note that the Flower & Garden Festival booths have increased risks of cross contamination. 
The Flower & Garden Festival offers a lot of great food offerings, and I was glad to see that one offering at the Jardin de Fiestas booth was "gluten free" this year.I admit, that I was pretty nervous about eating here because the other food option there is a flour tortilla. I just had visions of them cooking the items on the same griddle. YIKES!
I decided to visit the booth early, at opening, figuring this would be the most optimal time to get the safest version of the gluten free dish, which was the Taco al Pastor. As you can see from the menu, it had a lot of great components to it. Grilled pineapple? I'm in!When I got to the booth, I did check with the cast member to see if the item had dairy. After some behind the scenes checking, they said yes, there was no dairy in this dish. Once I paid, I went over to the pick-up station and watched as they made my dish. I made sure it didn't involve the use of the same griddle. One I got my taco, I had to take a pretty picture before I dove in (which I wanted to do immediately!)
As you can see, it looked pretty tasty! Taste-wise, I have to say this was my favorite thing from the day. Bright and fresh flavors really made this dish standout. I loved the pineapple in it too. So amazingly delicious. The pork was well-seasoned and cooked too.My only cons? The size and cost. This was $5.50. YIKES! And seriously, I think I ate it in 4 bites. I'm not joking! If it had been two tacos, I probably would have been much happier.If you are going to eat at this booth, I urge you to be cautious. I honestly could see this booth getting crazy busy at the end of the day and the booth griddling not being as strict as it was in the morning. That being said, I would absolutely stop by again and get that taco. So delicious!For more Flower & Garden Festival info, check out my main festival page, as well as the reviews found on Gluten Free in Orlando's website. Alexis visits the festivals regularly and offers terrific updates.
Flower & Garden Festival Announces Menus for Outdoor Kitchens
Last year Disney launched a marketplace area in the World Showcase (similar to the Food & Wine Festival) during the Flower & Garden Festival. Like the Food & Wine Festival, the marketplace booths didn't have many gluten free & dairy free friendly offerings. They did, however, carry one of my favorite gluten free beers -- New Planet's Raspberry Ale. Alas, New Planet won't be there this year but there are some vegan wines making an appearance at the booths, called the Outdoor Kitchens.
Here is a list of the current offerings as released by Disney for the Outdoor Kitchens (*Note: At this time, no items have been confirmed gluten free or even special diets friendly. As always, these booths carry a higher risk of cross contamination)Stay tuned as I find out if any of these items will be suitable for special dietary needs. My guess is the Urban Farms Eats will be the most special diets friendly booth out of the bunch; hopefully, we can more information soon!Jardin de Fiestas (Mexico Pavilion) – this booth offers tapas that are spring light and cooked just right.
- Tacos al pastor – Corn tortilla filled with achiote-marinated pork, garnished with grilled diced pineapple, onions and cilantro
- Quesadilla de hongos con queso – Flour tortilla filled with mushrooms and cheese
- Flan de chocolate Abuelita – Mexican chocolate custard
- Tecate draft beer
- White Mexican sangria
- Franbuesa (raspberry) margarita on the rocks
- Tequila flight – blanco, reposado and añejo
- Dasani bottled water
Lotus House (China Pavilion) – try a garden-fresh take on spring-influenced flavors.
- Beijing-style candied strawberries
- Spring pancake with grilled chicken and green apple
- Vegetable spring rolls
- Popping bubble tea
- Kung Fu Punch – Vodka and triple sec with mango and orange juice
- South Sea Storm – Guava juice with light and dark rum
- Plum wine
- Tsing-Tao beer
- Lychee aerated water
Florida Fresh (Germany Pavilion) – Savor fresh Florida ingredients that are grown and produced locally
- Watermelon salad with pickled onions, BW Farm baby arugula, feta cheese and balsamic reduction
- Shrimp and stone ground grits with andouille sausage, sweet corn, tomatoes and cilantro
- Florida kumquat pie
- Watermelon passion fruit slush featuring Simply Lemonade®
- Hurricane Class 5 White Sangria featuring Simply Lemonade, Florida Orange Groves
- Garda Italian Wine Blend, Quantum Leap Winery
- Rogue Valley Pinot Noir, Quantum Leap Winery
- Blonde Ale, Orlando Brewing Company
- Cotton Mouth Belgian Style Witbier, Swamp Head Brewery
- Feast of Flowers Farmhouse Ale, Florida Beer Company
- Florida Avenue Blueberry, Cold Storage Craft Brewery
- Beer Flight – Blonde Ale, Cotton Mouth Belgian Style Witbier, Feast of Flowers Farmhouse Ale and Florida Avenue Blueberry
- Simply Orange
Primavera Kitchen (Italy Pavilion) - Sample some of this country’s many flavors.
- Caprese – Fior di latte mozzarella, roasted peppers and olio verde
- Three cheese manicotti – Egg pasta stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, tomato sauce and béchamel
- Torta di ricotta – Lemon cheesecake with limoncello-marinated strawberries
- Placido Pinot Grigio
- Placido Chianti
- Bosco del Merlo Prosecco
- White peach bellini – Prosecco and white peach puree
- Strawberry rossini – Prosecco and marinated strawberries
- Frozen Italian primavera – Assorted fruit slushy with limoncello and vodka
- Moretti Lager
- Moretti La Rossa
The Smokehouse: Barbecue and Brews (American Adventure Pavilion) – Celebrate the truly American tradition of barbeque, paired with craft brews from across the country.
- Pulled pig slider with cole slaw
- Smoked beef brisket with collard greens and jalapeño corn bread
- Smoked turkey “rib”
- “Piggylicous” bacon cupcake with maple frosting and pretzel crunch featuring Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Bacon
- Magic Hat #9, Magic Hat Brewing
- Maduro, Cigar City Brewing
- Fat Tire, New Belgium Brewing Company
- Billy’s Chilies, Twisted Pine Brewing Company
- Beer Flight – Magic Hat #9, Maduro, Fat Tire and Billy’s Chilies
- The Original Rib Shack Red Wine
Hanami (Japan Pavilion) – enjoying delicate bites and refreshing beverages.
- Frushi – Fresh pineapple, strawberries and melon, rolled with coconut rice, topped with raspberry sauce, sprinkled with toasted coconut and served with whipped cream on the side
- Temaki hand roll – Sliced Panko fried chicken, curry sauce, rice and pickled julienne carrots wrapped with Nori
- Hanami sushi – A flavorful combination of salmon, scallop and beef-topped rice balls served atop a shiso violet sauce
- Japanese puffed rice cakes with green tea whipped cream and azuki
- Kirin draft beer
- Pinepple Paradise with Yuzu Slushie – Frozen blend of sweet sake, pineapple juice and crème, flavored with a hint of Yuzu citrus juice
- Orange Mango Slushie – Frozen blend of Nigori sake, mango and orange juice
Taste of Marrakesh (Morocco Pavilion) – Discover the tastes on North African spices.
- Lamb brewat roll with prunes and sesame
- Harissa chicken kebab with couscous salad
- Baghrir – Moroccan pancake with honey, almonds and argan oil
- Mint iced tea
- White sangria
- Guerrouane red
- Casa Beer
- Desert Rose – Sparkling wine with pomegranate liqueur
Fleur de Lys (France Pavilion) – Indulge your senses in France’s most magnificent culinary masterpieces.
- Gnocchi Parisien à la Provençal – Parisian-style dumplings with vegetables and mushrooms
- Confit de canard, pommes de terre Sarladaise – Pulled duck confit with garlic and parsley potatoes
- Macaron à la fleur d’ Oranger – Orange blossom macaron with white chocolate ganache
- La Vie en Rose frozen slush – Vodka, Grey Goose Orange, St. Germain Liquor, and white and red cranberry juice
- Kir Imperial – Sparkling wine, Chambord and black raspberry liquor
- Rosé pamplemousse cocktail – Rosé wine mixed with natural grapefruit syrup
- Kronenbourg Blanc 1664 – Fruity white beer with citrus notes
Buttercup Cottage (United Kingdom Pavilion) – Delight in afternoon tea offerings and fresh garden flavors.
- Freshly baked potato and cheddar cheese biscuit with smoked salmon tartare
- Field greens with Plant City strawberries, toasted almonds and Farmstead stilton
- Pork and apple sausage roll with house-made piccalilli
- Freshly baked lemon scones with berry preserves and crème fraÎche
- Chilled rose blush lemonade featuring Simply Lemonade with Raspberry (nonalcoholic)
- Twinings® Cold Brewed English Classic with lemon grass syrup
- Berry tea cocktail – Twinings Cold Brewed Mixed Berry Tea with Florida Cane vodka and Plant City strawberry, flavored with raspberry and açaí syrup
- Iron Horse Fairy Tale Cuvee
- Deloach Pinot Noir
Pineapple Promenade (Canada Pavilion) – Enjoy all kinds of treats featuring juicy pineapples.
- Pineapple soft serve
- Pineapple soft serve with Myers’s dark rum
- Pineapple soft serve with Parrot Bay coconut rum
- Sweet potato cinnamon waffle with pineapple soft serve
- Frozen desert violet lemonade featuring Simply Lemonade (nonalcoholic)
- Tropical Mango Pale Ale, St. John Brewers
- Once Upon a Vine’s The Lost Slipper Sauvignon Blanc
Urban Farm Eats – Taste treats from this booth’s all natural menu, with dishes that have been cultivated entirely from the soil.
- Pickled beet salad with goat cheese cream, mizuna and pistachios
- Land-grown eggplant “scallop” with romesco sauce and spaghetti squash
- Ghost pepper-dusted tilapia with crisp winter melon slaw and mint oil featuring The Original Sauce Man’s Kick It Up Rub
- Cucumber lemon spa water, finished with a sprig of fresh mint
- The Vegan Vine Chardonnay
- The Vegan Vine Cabernet Sauvignon
- Redbridge Gluten-Free Sorghum Beer
Intermissions Cafe (Festival Center) – Pop inside to find all kinds of fine food and beverages.
- Grapes
- Fruit & cheese plate
- Vegan trio
- Southwest chicken wrap
- Tuna salad with pita
- Side salad
- Asian tuna salad with noodles
- Caprese Push-Pop – Tomato, mozzarella and balsamic
- Hurricane Class 5 White Sangria, Florida Orange Groves
- Garda Italian Wine Blend, Quantum Leap Winery
- Rogue Valley Pinot Noir, Quantum Leap Winery
- Martini Prosecco
- Strongbow Cider, Bulmers Cider Company
- SweetWater Blue, SweetWater Brewing Company
What are your thoughts on these offerings? Do you think there will be any items safe for special diets diners?