Today, we are excited to share details for the Culinary Demonstrations and Beverage Seminars that will take place during the 2016 Epcot Food and Wine Festival!

Just in time to make all of your plans (whew!!), we now have details on the low-cost demos and seminars that are one of the hallmarks of the Festival. I know you’re just as anxious as we are to see what’s new this year!

Booking all of your favorites starts in just a few days — July 21st for the general public, and July 19th for Annual Passholders, DVC members, Golden Oak Residents, and Tables in Wonderland Members!

Culinary demos and beverage seminars represent great value when it comes to Festival events. They’re also a great way to learn in a fun, festive setting.

Click through to our Culinary and Beverage Seminars and Demonstrations page to see links to the Culinary Demos and Beverage Seminars! Information for Hands On Workshops will be available soon!

The cost for all seminars and demos is $15 again this year, and the events feature a wide range of talent from the culinary world. (Annual Passholders, DVC members, Golden Oak Residents, and Tables in Wonderland Members are eligible for $2 discounts on seminars and demonstrations held Monday through Thursday.) Mix It, Make It, Celebrate It! Workshops are $49 per person.

Presenter During a Beverage Seminar

Look for celebrity chefs as well as star talent from throughout the Walt Disney World company — and beyond. Representatives from wineries and other beverage companies also make learning about wine and spirits a hands-on experience with tastings and demonstrations.

There will be many familiar names returning in 2016, so check the details to find out when guest favorites like Cat Cora, Buddy Valastro, and Jamie Deen take the stage! With demos and seminars taking place daily during the Festival, you’re bound to find options that tempt your palate!

Chef Cat Cora at an Epcot Food and Wine Festival Culinary Demonstration

As always, stay tuned to DisneyFoodBlog.com, the DFB Newsletter, and our DFB Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page for all the details as soon as they happen!

Booking and Discounts

You can book most of the events on July 21st, at 7AM ET by calling 407-WDW-FEST (939-3378). You can also book Culinary Demonstrations and Beverage Seminars online at www.epcotfoodfestival.com.

A Master Sommelier Discusses Pairings During a Culinary Demonstration

Early Booking — Tables in Wonderland Members, Annual Passholders, DVC Members, and Golden Oak Residents can book Culinary Demonstrations and Beverage Seminars beginning July 19th, beginning at 9AM ET. Early booking for these groups applies to booking seminars and demos events only. Pre-sale reservations can be made by phone only at 407-WDW-FEST (939-3378). 

At this time, we have no information regarding early booking for Chase Disney Visa Cardholders.

Champagne Tasting at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival

Discounted pricing ($2 off per person per seminar) is available for Tables in Wonderland members, Annual Passholders, DVC members, and Golden Oak Residents. The discount applies only to culinary demonstrations and beverage seminars taking place Monday-Thursday throughout the Festival.

Don’t forget to check out our other 2016 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Coverage; we work hard to make sure we have the most comprehensive coverage of the festival anywhere!

Be sure to check our main Epcot Food and Wine Festival Page frequently for updates, and also check out Epcot Food and Wine Festival 101 for even more information about the festival!

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Which culinary demos and beverage seminars are you most looking forward to booking? Share with us in comments below!

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