EPCOT Int'l Flower and Garden Festival Foodie Guide 2026

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Kat declares the Italy booth's pasta salad with raisins violates the Geneva Conventions.

["The episode opens with hosts Kat and Aljon introducing the show and teasing a negative review of the Italy booth at the Flower and Garden Festival.", "They share housekeeping notes, encouraging listeners to subscribe to their YouTube channel to help monetize the podcast.", "Personal updates include news about the postponed closure of Monsters, Inc. at Disney California Adventure and excitement for the upcoming Mandalorian & Grogu movie.", "The first major announcement is a 90-day Black Tap crazy milkshake pop-up at Disney Springs, featuring viral shakes like the Mickey Crazy Shake.", "They discuss a renovated menu at Boatwright's Dining Hall at Port Orleans Resort Riverside, listing items like bourbon chocolate cake and pimento cheese fritters.", "Kat provides a travel tip, recommending OpenTable for securing Disney dining reservations when the official website shows no availability.", "The main segment begins with an overview of the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival, running from March 4 to June 1, 2026.", "They highlight the Garden Graze food stroll, where completing it earns an exclusive treat at Pineapple Promenade, and new Spike the Bee gift cards.", "The hosts methodically review outdoor kitchen menus, starting with Florida Fresh (conch fritters, blackened fish slider) and Farmer's Feast (scallop risotto, blueberry crumble).", "Aljon covers the Nectar booth's tuna poke bowl and coconut panna cotta, while Kat discusses Sunshine Seasons' Mickey-shaped macaron and orange cream milkshake.", "They continue through numerous booths, including The Citrus Blossom (orange sesame tempura shrimp, lemon tart) and Honey Bistro (chicken and waffles).", "Kat previews Trowel and Trellis' miso cola glazed pork rib and Northern Bloom's returning seared scallop and beef tenderloin.", "The review covers international pavilions like France (croissant with goat cheese), Morocco (Moroccan wrap), and Japan (fruit sushi, Japanese curry bread).", "At the Italy booth, Kat passionately criticizes the menu, especially the 'Insalata di pasta' with penne, apple, and raisins, calling it a 'war crime'.", "They contrast this with positive items at other booths, like Mexico's new chilaquiles con carne and flan de la abuela.", "The hosts note the absence of new novelties like sippers or popcorn buckets in the guide, speculating Disney may be holding back a surprise.", "They discuss the Odyssey pavilion's transition to evening programming and broader Disney strategy under new leadership.", "The episode concludes with promotional spots for Sorcerer Radio and the Skull Rock Podcast, plus social media handles and affiliate links.", "Kat reiterates her disdain for the Italy booth's pasta salad in the sign-off, adding a humorous touch.", "The tone is conversational and informative, blending detailed food descriptions with personal anecdotes and critiques."]

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A lively, practical guide to EPCOT's 2026 festival menu.

Dining at Disney gives the 2026 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Foodie Guide a useful, easygoing pass, sorting the menu into items worth watching, from shrimp and grits and French toast to the returning fruit cereal shake.

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You want a festival food plan with shrimp, French toast, pizza, and one emphatic warning about Italy.

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