If you have a visit planned to Walt Disney World’s Epcot before June 2nd, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. Although the various character topiaries around the park are not to be missed, the festival experience would not be complete without the eats. Read on for some of my favorite bites so you can highlight them on your festival passport once you enter the park–you’re welcome.
Trio of Dips and Chips
Although I am not usually the biggest fan of chips and dip, I thoroughly enjoyed this dish from Yacht Grub consisting of house-made potato chips and caramelized onion dip, whipped feta dip, and pimento cheese dip. My favorite of the three dips is the pimento cheese despite its extra spiciness which I wasn’t expecting. The ratio of chips to dip was proportionate without having to double dip which I appreciated. This was also my first time having caviar at a Disney park which made this snack experience an extra special one.
S’mores Bar
If you’re a s’mores fan, you’ll enjoy the s’mores bar from Beach Grub. Although advertised as a fudge brownie pop, it tastes more like a chocolate cake pop and is topped with toasted meringue and smoked graham cracker. The smoked flavor is there and very noticeable from the first bite. Eat it over a plate as the cake breaks easily.
Provence Poutine
Although poutine isn’t new to Epcot, the Provence Poutine from the Refreshment Port is. Topped with herbes de Provence, goat brie, lavender honey, hazel croquant, and fresh lavender, this is an eat that is savory as much as it is sweet. Although it is accompanied by a $9.00 price tag, this snack can be shared by two or three people.
Chocolate-Maple Whiskey Cake
The chocolate-maple whiskey cake from Northern Bloom is a festival staple in my opinion and for good reason. As someone who doesn’t drink alcohol, I don’t find the whiskey flavors to be too prevalent, which I liked. The chocolate flavors do shine and it offers a pleasant dining experience as the cake can be easily cut through and shared.
Chocolate Mousse Terrarium
Trowel & Trellis is home to the chocolate mousse terrarium. Made with matcha crumble and chocolate soil, this sweet treat resembles the classic dirt cup dessert. If you’re not a fan of matcha, I would steer clear of this dessert as the flavor is strong. However, if you are a matcha fan, I’d recommend starting your festival dining experience with a bite of this before checking out the other festival booths.