Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Seminars

The Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic offers six educational seminars in 2022. Some of the seminars feature beverages, while others focus on food and wine pairing. The dates for the 2022 Food and Wine Classic are November 11-12.

We enjoy this event every year!

Read on for descriptions of each seminar and all the details for booking each event!

It’s Better to “Wine” In Italian

Take a journey with us through the three main wine regions of Italy. This class will showcase the passion Italians have for their wine and how they are influenced by their food! Experience the history of the wines and how they have evolved to the modern palate without compromising their Italian traditions!

First: Friday, Nov. 11, 2022 4:30 p.m.
Price: $75 plus service fee

Instructor: Kristian LaPlante
Certified Sommelier / Assistant Director of Food and Beverage

Wine Blending

Our certified sommeliers believe there is no better way to truly learn about wine than to taste it! During this hands-on seminar, we will break down the components of barrel samples while discussing the origins of the wine, review the plush varieties of grapes, and take a step-by-step look at the delicate wine making process. The real fun begins with an opportunity to blend your very own meritage! Become more adventurous and knowledgeable about the art of wine and always purchase the right bottle for any occasion.

First: Friday, Nov. 11, 2022 4:30 p.m.
Last: Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022 4:30 p.m.
Price $75 plus service fee

Instructor: Luciano Sperduto
B.A.R. Certified / Certified Sommelier / Director of Food & Beverage

Base to Bubbles

Learn the basics of champagne, including the importance of the grapes, land, climate, and viticulture to the process. Be introduced to the five key regions of Champagne and the different champagne styles in all areas of the world. Hone sight, smell and taste as we finish with a blind champagne tasting.

Friday, November 11, 2022 4:30 p.m.
Price: $75 plus service fee

Instructor: Olivier Zambaux
Certified Sommelier / Director of Banquets

See the DFB Review of this event here!

Craft Cocktails

Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, Gin Fizz, Cosmopolitan; what makes all of these cocktails classics? Break down the components of a great cocktail and learn how to make them at home. Step into our bar and explore the art of craft cocktails.

First: Friday, Nov. 11, 2022 4:30 p.m.
Price: $75 plus service fee

Instructor: Jason Bradley
Certified Sommelier, Director of Beverage

See the DFB Review of the previous event, Modern Mixology, here!

Beer, Please!

Does your beer knowledge start with “Bud” and end with “weiser”? Expand your beer horizons with micro brews and craft beers from around the world. Discover the process behind different brews and their impact on the food and beverage industry during the past few years as well as future trends. After completing a lesson on the brewing process, enjoy a personal tasting of the multiple styles of beer and perfect food pairings for any meal.

Saturday, Nov. 12 2022 4:30 p.m.
Price: $75 plus service fee

Instructor: Brian Exner
B.A.R. Certified, Certified Sommelier, Assistant Director of Food and Beverage

Instructor: DJ Robinson
B.A.R. Certified, Certified Sommelier, Director of Purchasing

Pasta Making with Chef Dan

Experience the art of Pasta Making with Chef Dan Herman, our Executive Chef and culinary mastermind behind the Food & Wine Classic! Interact with key members of our culinary team while assisting with the preparation of 3 different specialty pastas. Learn how to prepare pasta dough from scratch and build the perfect pasta for your personal palate.

Enjoy your culinary creation with wine pairings selected by our Certified Sommeliers. Don’t wait to book this class, space is very limited!

Friday, Nov. 11, 2022 4:00 p.m.
Price: $95 plus service fee

Instructor: Chef Daniel Herman
Executive Chef