Flavors of Florida Returns to Disney Springs for Summer 2024

Get ready for citrus and other Southern summer flavors! It’s diet season over at EPCOT with no Festival going on, but at Disney Springs you’ll find Flavors of Florida bringing specialty dishes to menus, culinary demonstrations, and pairing events! Read on for details and some mouthwatering pics provided by Disney. Tap to jump to: Pairing Events | Culinary Demonstrations | Quick Service & Kiosk Menu Features | Table Service Menu Features

Flavors of Florida runs from July 1 to August 11, 2024. You can get a complimentary event guide at the Disney Springs Welcome Center, City Works Eatery & Pour House, Corkcicle, or eet by Maneet Chauhan. And, in addition to the food highlights, there’s a scavenger hunt! Play the “Discover the Springs” seek and find to get a complimentary surprise, while supplies last.

Flavors of Florida Pairing Events

New for 2024; select Disney Springs restaurants will host pairing events. Tap the date in the listing header below to book a spot. If you’re interested you’ll want to jump on these; space is limited.

The Edison | July 6 & July 27 | 1:00 to 3:00 PM | $100

Make your own cocktails with local ingredients; pair them with light bites including:

• Honey Roasted Nuts
• Key West Pink Shrimp and Corn Hushpuppies
• A circuit board of Country Ham and House Buttermilk Biscuits

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ | July 8 & July 11, 2024 | 9:30 AM | $140

Enjoy a 3-course brunch hosted by Chef Art Smith, with pairings inspired by the farms and purveyors of Hamilton County, Florida. Highlights of the meal include:

• Cuban Sandwich with Church Lady Deviled Eggs and Fried Green Tomatoes paired with a Florida Crush cocktail
• Your choice between a Hallelujah Biscuit, Fried Chicken & Donuts or Fried Egg & Avocado Toast paired with a Southern Mary cocktail
• A family-style platter of mini donuts paired with an Espresso Martini

Paddlefish | July 9, 2024 | 6:00 PM | $130

Enjoy a 5-course dinner with selected wine pairings:

• Cedar Key Surf & Turf with Spanish Cava Mas Fi
• Etouffe with Paddlefish White
• Tilefish with Sauvignon Blanc Fire Road
• Braised Short Ribs with Paddlefish Red Blend
• Key Lime Brulee with Cht. De Cosse, Sauternes

Wine Bar George – A Restaurant & Bar | July 12, 2024 & August 2, 2024 | Noon to 1:3o PM | $135

It does feel like you can’t go wrong with a Master Sommelier hosting your wine pairing. Join George Miliotes for a multi-course lunch and some expertly paired wines. Members of the culinary and sommelier teams will discuss the pairing process during your meal.

• The Big Board (6 artisanal cheeses and 5 artisanal meats) paired with Saint Hilaire Crémant de Limoux Brut Rosé
• Grilled Scallop Ceviche paired with a Florida Frojito
• Citrus Cured Pork Loin paired with La Kiuva Picotendeo – Valle d’Aosta, Italy
• White Chocolate Cake with Florida Peach Ice Cream paired with Ordóñez, N° 1 Selección Especial, Muscat – Málaga, Spain

City Works Eatery & Pour House | July 23, 2024 | 6:00 to 8:00 PM | $125

Enjoy a 4-course dining experience with meal and beer pairings:

• Jerk Chicken Empanadas with Persimmon Hollow Brewing – Daytona Dirty Blonde
• Fried Green Tomato Salad with Playalinda Brewing Co. – Robonaut Red Ale
• Braised Short Ribs with Bold City Brewery – Duke’s Cold Nose Brown Ale
• Fried Orange Cheesecake with Home State Brewing Co. – Oh My Gatos!

Jaleo by José Andrés | July 30, 2024 & August 6, 2024 | 6:00 PM | $150

Begin with a 30-minute reception including cocktails and sample bites, where you can mingle with mixologists, bar managers, and chefs to discuss the inspiration behind the event. Then sit for an 8-course meal, including:

• Florida Tomato Tartar with Baby Romaine Lettuce
• Mixed Green Salad with Strawberries and Granny Smith Apples
• Josper Grilled Florida Spiny Lobster with Sautéed White Beans
• Texturas of Florida Grapefruit and Yogurt Olive Oil Ice Cream

Pair these dishes with any of:

• Sangria with Florida Citrus
• Local Florida Beer
• Agua Frescas or a mocktail

Flavors of Florida Culinary Demonstrations

Chefs from some of Disney Springs’ best restaurants prepare dishes and share tricks of the trade on Friday mornings at Waterview Park. Registration for all culinary demonstrations is through the Disney Springs Instagram page; keep your eyes peeled for more info and to reserve a spot. Waterview Park is in the Landing area, between Jock Lindsay’s Hangar Bar and the BOATHOUSE, and across from Wine Bar George.

Morimoto Asia | July 5, 2024 | 9:30 AM | Waterview Park

Chef Takeshi Ikeuchi prepares Florida Key West Pink Shrimp Salad—green tea-infused Japanese soba noodles tossed with shrimp, radishes, carrots, cucumbers, lettuce, and ponzu sauce.

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill | July 12, 2024 | 9:30 AM | Waterview Park

Chef Mike Tiva prepares Mushroom Gnocchi—ricotta gnocchi topped with roasted Fungi Jon mushrooms, balsamic glazed shallots, wild arugula, and shaved pecorino cheese.

eet by Maneet Chauhan | July 19, 2024 | 9:30 AM | Waterview Park

Chef Maneet Chauhan prepares Sloppy Joe Rock Shrimp—Florida rock shrimp seasoned with ginger, garlic, and cilantro, served with kachumber salad.

Disney Springs Culinary | July 26, 2024 | 9:30 AM | Waterview Park

Chef Georg Paulussen prepares Orange Pilsner Goat Cheese Dip—goat cheese whipped with Sunshine Stroll Orange Pilsner and peppadew peppers, served with salt and vinegar house chips.

Summer House on the Lake | Aug. 2, 2024 | 9:30 AM | Waterview Park

Chef Josh Williams prepares Key West Shrimp Tostones—Key West shrimp with tostones, chile verde, Florida citrus salsa and black beans.

The BOATHOUSE | Aug. 9, 2024 | 9:30 AM | Waterview Park

Chef Bradley Warner prepares Roasted Golden Tilefish—paired with coconut ginger rice, topped with citrus escabeche and served with a cilantro aïoli.

Flavors of Florida Quick Service Menu Features

Amorette’s Patisserie (Mobile Order Available)

•  Orange-Hazelnut Petite Gâteau: Layers of orange mousse, orange curd, and honey-orange gel on top of a hazelnut financier (New)
• Orange Bird Dome Cake: Layers of Grand Marnier-soaked vanilla chiffon cake, mandarin pâté de fruit, mandarin orange cream, and white chocolate crisp pearls
• Orange Slushie: Orange slushie topped with chantilly cream and citrus candy piece (New)
• Orange Slushie with Vanilla Flavored Vodka: Orange slushie with a float of STOLI Vanilla flavored vodka topped with chantilly cream and citrus candy piece (New)

B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. (Mobile Order Available)

• Ybor City-Style Dog: Quarter-pound, all-beef hotdog with mojo pork, pickles, Swiss cheese, and mustard (New)

Chicken Guy!

• Sunshine Shake: Hand-spun, vanilla soft-serve ice cream blended with fresh Florida orange juice and topped with fresh whipped cream

Cilantro Urban Eatery

• Cuban Sandwich: Pork-lechon, ham, Swiss cheese, sweet pickles, and mustard on pressed Cuban bread served with plantain chips and avocado dip (New)

Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar

• Orange Cream Float: Coca-Cola, orange cream bar, and vanilla ice cream served in a souvenir cup

The Daily Poutine

• St. Augustine Datil BBQ Poutine: Crispy pork with datil pepper sauce complemented by Sunshine Stroll beer cheese sauce and slaw made with “swamp cabbage” hearts of palm and chayote squash (New)
• Bourbon Orange Punch: Maker’s Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Minute Maid Orange Juice, red passion fruit, and edible glitter topped with a dehydrated orange (New)

D-Luxe Burger

• Citrus Burger: Pressed signature-blend patty, citrus-braised pork belly, grapefruit paloma aïoli, pickled and fried fennel, grapefruit jam, and lettuce (New)
• Key Lime Pie Shake: Vanilla gelato blended with Minute Maid Lemonade and graham cracker crumbs topped with whipped cream, graham cracker crumbs, and a lime wedge (New)

Dockside Margaritas

• Citrus Sangria: Coppo Moscato d’Asti Moncalvina, Patrón Silver Tequila, Minute Maid Orange Juice, and DOLE Pineapple Juice served with fresh citrus (New)

EARL OF SANDWICH

• Datil Pepper Cuban Sandwich: Roasted carnitas, ham, Swiss cheese, sweet pickles, and datil pepper aïoli (New)
• Earl’s Creamy Orange Slush: Florida oranges and a hint of lemon served with whipped cream topping (New)

eet by Maneet Chauhan

• Rock Shrimp Sloppy Joe: Florida rock shrimp seasoned with ginger, garlic, and cilantro served with kachumber salad (New)
• Sunny Days: Whipped vodka and orange cream with an orange ice pop (New)

Enzo’s Hideaway

• Southeastern Sangria: Lakeridge Cabernet, Florida orange liqueur, brandy, hibiscus, cinnamon, and fresh oranges (New)

Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC

• Orange Blossom Bomb Cupcake: Vegan and gluten-free orange cake with orange blossom sauce filling and topped with vanilla frosting (New)
• Orange Zest Scones: Vegan and gluten-free orange scones topped with orange zest sugar and a drizzle of vanilla dip (New)

Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew

• Strawberry Shortcake Donut: Glazed donut filled with fresh strawberries and whipped cream and dusted with powdered sugar (New)
• Italian-Style Strawberry Soda: Fresh strawberries and strawberry syrup topped with bubbly soda water and served over ice (New)

The Ganachery

• Citrus Bites: Dark Chocolate-enrobed candied orange peel and milk chocolate-enrobed orange marshmallow with crispy strawberries sold in a souvenir Ganachery CORKCICLE (New)
• Mickey Milk Chocolates: Milk chocolate with crispy chocolate pearls (New)
• Orange Ganache Pop: Vanilla-orange ganache enrobed in 65% dark chocolate (New)

Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop

• Key Lime Pie Shake: Vanilla ice cream blended with Key lime juice and graham cracker and topped with whipped cream, green sprinkles, and crushed graham crackers (New)

Gideon’s Bakehouse

• Key Lime Pie Cake Bars: Soft Key lime cake covered in cream cheese buttercream, Key lime curd, and graham cracker crumble fully dipped in premium chocolate (New)
• Orange Mocha Nitro Cold Brew: Dessert coffee made with locally roasted beans, maple syrup, rich dark chocolate, and delicious Florida oranges

Jock Lindsey’s Hanger Bar

 

• Orange Pilsner Goat Cheese Dip: Goat cheese whipped with Sunshine Stroll Orange Pilsner and peppadew peppers served with salt and vinegar house chips (New)
• Orange Tangerine Frozen Margarita: Patrón Silver, orange tangerine syrup, and Minute Maid Lemonade garnished with citrus (New)
• Sunshine Stroll: Locally brewed orange pilsner exclusive to Disney Springs (New)

Outdoor Vending

• Tequila Sunrise: Patrón Silver, Minute Maid Orange Juice, and a float of grenadine syrup garnished with an orange wedge (New)
• Sunshine Stroll: Locally brewed orange pilsner exclusive to Disney Springs (New)

The Polite Pig

• Smoked Black Drum Fish: Smoked and grilled black drum fish with orange tarragon butter served with spicy pickled fennel and arugula salad (New)
• Sweet Potato Spice Cake: A moist cake baked with sweet potatoes and spiced with cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger topped with orange cream cheese frosting and spiced vinegar syrup (New)
• Tropical Spice Fusion: A taste of the islands made with Siesta Key Spiced Rum, banana whiskey, pineapple juice, orange juice, lemon juice, and grenadine (New)

Salt & Straw

• Exquisito Guanabana Stracciatella: Tropical guanabana sherbet with ribbons of floral, roasted dark chocolate Stracciatella

Sunshine Churros

• Orange Sorbet Churro: Crispy churro rolled in orange sugar, drizzled with whipped orange buttercream frosting, and served with a side of cream cheese icing (New)

Swirls on the Water

• The Key Lime Pie Sundae: DOLE Whip Lime in a waffle bowl topped with whipped cream and a lime garnish (New)
• Orange Bird Cone: DOLE Whip Orange in an orange cone topped with orange crisp pearls and an Orange Bird garnish (New)
• Orange Bird Float: DOLE Whip Orange and Watermelon swirl with Fanta Orange in a souvenir cup (New)

Vivoli il Gelato

• Key Lime Tiramisu: Layers of mascarpone cream and lady fingers soaked in a sweet key lime sauce (New)
• Mango Spritz: The ultimate summer libation made with mango sorbetto, Sprite, and prosecco (New)

Wetzel’s Pretzels

• Orange Dream: Sweet and creamy orange citrus granita layered with soft whip topping (New)

Wondermade

• Key Lime Pie Marshmallows: A tangy treat made with Key lime juice and rolled in crushed graham crackers (New)

YeSake

• Florida Fresh Poke Bowl: Savory chicken and fresh vegetables topped with tempura crunch and creamy, roasted sesame dressing
• Florida Sunset: A refreshing combination of Nigori Cloudy Sake, Monin banana syrup, and Monin peach syrup finished with DOLE Pineapple Juice

Flavors of Florida Table Service Menu Features

The BOATHOUSE

• Roasted Golden Tilefish: Paired with coconut ginger rice, topped with citrus escabeche, and served with a cilantro aïoli

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’

• Tampa-Style Cuban Sandwich: House-smoked pork, shaved country ham, house-made pickles, yellow mustard, and Swiss cheese pressed between slices of fresh Cuban bread (New)
• Dragon Fruit Mojito: Bacardi Light Rum, dragon fruit, prickly pear simple syrup, and fresh mint (New)

City Works Eatery & Pour House

• Pork Belly Burnt End Tacos: Smoked pork belly burnt ends, orange blossom honey BBQ sauce, Key lime coleslaw, aji amarillo sauce, and green onions served with El Mirasol flour tortillas and choice of side (New)

The Edison

• Sunny Disposition: A porthole cocktail built for two with St. Augustine Cane Vodka, Lillet Blanc, Blended Family Florida Orange Liqueur, Giffard Fraise des Bois, Florida navel oranges, Minneola tangelos, Plant City strawberries, and Indian River grapefruit

Maria & Enzo’s

• Southeastern Sangria: Lakeridge Cabernet, Florida orange liqueur, brandy, hibiscus, cinnamon, and fresh oranges (New)

Frontera Cocina

• Mojo-Citrus Gunthorp Carnitas Tlayuda: 14-inch gigantic corn masa tostada topped with black bean spread, chihuahua cheese, Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Bacon, Florida orange, avocado, pickled red onion, cilantro crema, and chipotle salsa (New)
• Sunshine State Margarita: LALO Blanco Tequila, Key lime juice, Alma Finca Orange Liqueur, demerara sugar, and Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur served with a black ant salt rim (New)

House of Blues

• Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich: Local Florida Gulf shrimp, fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and zesty remoulade sauce served on toasted French bread (New)
• Crooked Can Sunshine Mango Lager: A clean, crisp lager with a hint of mango, crafted by the renowned and local Crooked Can Brewery (New)

Jaleo by José Andrés

• Arroz con Verduras: Rice with a mixture of fresh vegetables from Southern Hills Farms cooked over a wood fire (New)
• Ensalada de Tomate con Ventresca: Florida heirloom tomato salad with preserved tuna belly from Spain (New)
• Gazpacho Estilo Algeciras: Classic chilled Spanish soup made with tomatoes, green bell peppers, and cucumber (New)
• Agua Fresca de Fresa: A non-alcoholic cocktail bursting with summer flavor, made with fresh muddled strawberries, lime, orange, and Seedlip Grove Non-alcoholic Spirit (Non-alcoholic) (New)
• Sangría de Naranja: A twist on the classic Sangria recipe with sweet, citrusy notes and the vibrant essence of ripe Florida oranges (New)

Morimoto Asia

 

• Florida Key West Pink Shrimp Salad: Green tea-infused Japanese soba noodles tossed with shrimp, radish, carrot, cucumber, lettuce, and ponzu sauce (New)
• Sparkling Shiso Orange: A refreshingly simple, house-made shrub, mixed with yuzu, sparkling green tea, and shiso (New)

Paddlefish

 

• Cedar Key Littleneck Clams: Renowned Florida clams in a flavorful sauce of ‘nduja, garlic, and wine served with grilled bread (New)
• Islamorada Citrus Ale: A refreshing, fruit-forward and citrusy Island Ale from the Islamorada Beer Company (New)

Paradiso 37, Taste of the Americas

• Key West Shrimp Ceviche: An explosion of spicy, Latin American flavors made with the freshest Florida-grown ingredients (New)

Planet Hollywood

• Blue Parrot: Vodka and blue curaçao mixed with the fruity Florida flavors of lemonade and pineapple juice (New)
• Orange Grove: SKYY Infusions Blood Orange Vodka mixed with orange juice and Sprite (New)

Rainforest Cafe

• Florida Strawberry Cheesecake: Decadent cheesecake with mango and strawberry coulis, fresh strawberries, and whipped topping (New)
• Yuengling Traditional Lager: A medium-bodied, American classic brewed in Tampa, Florida with hints of roasted caramel malt (New)

Splitsville Dining Room

• Jalapeno Shrimp Poppers: Florida shrimp crispy fried and stuffed with jalapeño and cream cheese and served with chili-lime sauce (New)
• Mango Doladira Spritz: A delightful cocktail crafted with mango liqueur, Doladira Amaro, prosecco, and mango syrup topped with soda (New)

STK Steakhouse

• Cubano: Pulled pork, ham, and cheese punctuated with pickles and mustard (New)
• Key Lime Pie: A tart and creamy dessert topped with meringue, lime zest, and toasted coconut (New)

Summer House on the Lake

• Key West Shrimp: Key West shrimp with tostones, chile verde, Florida citrus salsa, and black beans (New)
• Key Lime Pie Martini: A sweet take on a classic cocktail made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka and KeKe Key Lime Pie Cream Liqueur mixed with vanilla and lime (New)

Terralina Crafted Italian

• Wondermade Key Lime Strawberry Shortcake: Italian biscuit finished with strawberry compote, frothed lime cream, and Wondermade Key Lime Pie Marshmallows (New)

T-REX

• Florida Strawberry Shortcake Skewers: Fresh strawberry and pound cake skewers, vanilla ice cream, and strawberry coulis with a honey vanilla drizzle (New)
• Hidden Springs Ale Works Seasonal IPA: A celebration of vibrant hops and seasonal inspiration from Tampa’s Hidden Springs Ale Works (New)

Wine Bar George – A Restaurant & Bar

• Grilled Scallop Ceviche: Scallops, grapefruit, and grilled tomatillos garnished with cilantro and watermelon foam (New)
• Florida Frojito: A frozen mojito made with Florida watermelon, white rum, and mint (New)

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill

• Wild Mushroom Gnocchi: Ricotta gnocchi topped with roasted Fungi Jon mushrooms, balsamic glazed shallots, wild arugula, and shaved pecorino cheese (New)
• Passion of the Heights Beer: A light bodied, wheat ale from Florida Avenue Brewing Company with subtly sweet herbal and floral notes of mango and passion fruit (New)

What are you excited to do at Flavors in Florida this year? Let us know in the comments!