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    Experience the Flavors of Florida at Disney Springs Through August 11, 2024

    By Dani Meyering,

    2024-06-26

    Disney Springs is celebrating all things Florida with their annual curated food and beverage experience, Flavors of Florida. The limited-time dishes are available at multiple restaurants throughout Disney Springs, from grab-and-go eateries to table service restaurants, and are available July 1- August 11, 2024. While Flavors of Florida is in session, you’ll be able to taste everything from dishes with citrus flavors, to fresh seafood and gator!

    NEW for 2024:

    • You'll be able to catch the FREE drone show “Disney Dreams That Soar” while you're at Disney Springs!
    • A NEW EXCLUSIVE beer is coming to Disney Springs! Available year round at all the outdoor carts as well as Disney owned venues like Hangar Bar and Dockside Margaritas. It’s an Orange Pilsner, 4.5 ABV from Playalinda Brewing!
    • Have fun with the “Discover the Springs Seek and Find” activity featuring the Orange Bird and the history of Disney Springs, similar to the Christmas Tree Stroll offered during the holidays.
    • New Pairing Events at select Disney Springs restaurants!
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    Image Credit: Dani Meyering

    2024 Flavors of Florida at Disney Springs

    Enjoy the best Florida-inspired flavors throughout Disney Springs. We're sharing how this event works and the entire menu! There are multiple versions of Cuban sandwiches this year – Cuban crawl anyone? Plus there are two new Disney restaurants in the mix!

    And if you want to save a few dollars, consider planning your visit around these wonderful Happy Hour specials at Disney Springs .

    HOW IT WORKS

    The free Flavors of Florida Event Guide contains a list of all restaurants that are getting into the Florida spirit and their limited time food and beverage pairings. It can be picked up at any of the participating eateries or at the Welcome Center (located next to D-Luxe Burger in the Town Center Area). Prices vary at each participating restaurant.

    You can also view the complete list of participating locations online .

    Expect lots of citrus, honey, and seafood dishes throughout the many wonderful eateries at Disney Springs.

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    Disney Springs water and restaurants (Dani Meyering)

    CULINARY DEMONSTRATIONS

    The 2024 Flavors of Florida event includes the return of a culinary series headlined by internationally recognized chefs such as Maneet Chauhan and Chef Mike Tiva. Each event held at Waterview Park at Disney Springs features a noted chef or prominent restaurant owner who will stage a culinary experience that spotlights some of their most popular dishes and drinks.

    There is no fee for these demonstrations but registration is required .

    New! Flavors of Florida Pairing Events

    You can elevate your date night by booking one of the new pairing events at certain Disney Springs restaurants. Happening Saturday evenings throughout Flavors of Florida different restaurants will offer a pairing event featuring a multi-course dinner paired with specialty drinks.

    Participating restaurants include The Edison, Chef Art Smith's Homecomin', Paddlefish, Wine Bar George, City Works Eatery & Pour House, and Jaleo by José Andrés. Reservations are recommended .

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    Executive Chefs from multiple Disney Springs Restaurants – image by Dani Meyering

    Flavors of Florida 2024 Menu

    This is the menu for the 2024 Flavors of Florida at Disney Springs. Note, the list below is in alphabetical order by restaurant name.

    Amorette’s Patisserie

    • Orange-Hazelnut Petite Gâteau : Layers of orange mousse, orange curd and honey-orange gel on top of a hazelnut financier
    • Orange Slushie : Orange slushie topped with Chantilly cream and citrus candy piece
    • Orange Slushie with Vanilla Flavored Vodka : Orange slushie with a float of Stoli vanilla flavored vodka topped with Chantilly cream and citrus candy piece
    • Orange Bird Dome Cake : Layers of vanilla chiffon, Grand Marnier simple syrup, mandarin pâte de fruit, white chocolate crisp pearls and mandarin orange cream (available for pre-orders and with the Amorette’s Patisserie Cake Decorating Experience)

    B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co.

    • Ybor City Cuban Dog : Quarter pound all-beef hot dog, mojo pork, pickles, Swiss cheese and mustard

    The BOATHOUSE

    • Pan-Roasted Golden Tilefish : Citrus escabeche with coconut ginger rice and cilantro aioli

    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
    • Dragon fruit Mojito : Bacardi Light Rum, dragon fruit, prickly pear simple syrup and fresh mint

    Chicken Guy!

    • Sunshine Shake : A harmonious blend of hand-spun vanilla soft serve and fresh Florida orange juice, garnished with a crown of fresh whipped cream

    Cilantro Urban Eatery Food Truck

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

    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, green onions, El Mirasol flour tortillas and your choice of side

    Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar

    • Orange Cream Float : Mix of Coca-Cola, vanilla ice cream and an orange cream bar—presented in a novelty cup that you can take home

    The Daily Poutine

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

    D-Luxe Burger

    • Citrus Burger : Pressed signature-blend patty, citrus-braised pork belly, grapefruit paloma aïoli, pickled and fried fennel, grapefruit jam and lettuce
    • 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

    Dockside Margaritas

    • Citrus Sangria : Coppo Moncalvina Moscato d’Asti, Patrón Silver Tequila, Minute Maid orange juice and DOLE pineapple juice served with fresh citrus

    Earl of Sandwich

    • Datil Pepper Cuban Sandwich : Roasted carnitas, ham, Swiss cheese, sweet pickles and Datil pepper aioli
    • Earl’s Creamy Orange Slush : Florida oranges and lemon, served with whipped cream topping

    The Edison

    • Sunny Disposition: A celebration of bright, citrusy and summery Florida flavors, featuring Florida cane vodka from St. Augustine, aromatic Florida orange liqueur, refreshing Lillet Blanc, fruity fraise de bois and local fruits—including navel oranges, Minneola tangelos, Plant City strawberries and Indian River grapefruit

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    • Rock Shrimp Sloppy Joe : Florida rock shrimp, ginger, garlic, cilantro and kachumber
    • Sunny Days : Orange cream flavoring, whipped vodka and orange ice pop

    Enzo’s Hideaway/Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante

    • Southeastern Sangria : Lakeridge Cabernet, Florida orange liqueur, brandy, hibiscus, cinnamon and oranges

    Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew

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

    Frontera Cocina

    • Sunshine State Margarita : LALO Blanco Tequila, key lime juice, Alma Finca Orange Liqueur, demerara sugar, Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur and Black Ant salt rim
    • Mojo-Citrus Gunthorp Carnitas Tlayuda : 14-inch gigantic corn masa tostada topped with black bean spread, chihuahua cheese, Nueske's applewood smoke bacon, Florida orange, avocado, pickle red onion, cilantro crema and chipotle salsa

    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
    • Mickey Milk Chocolates : Milk chocolate with crispy chocolate pearls
    • Orange Cream Ganache Pop : Vanilla orange ganache enrobed in 65% dark chocolate
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    Key Lime Ganache Pop from The Ganachery – photo by Arlene Laboy

    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
    • Orange Mocha Nitro Cold Brew (AKA Stuart's Cold Brew): A bright, refreshing dessert coffee made with locally roasted beans, maple syrup, rich dark chocolate and delicious Florida oranges

    House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

    • Florida Sunshine Mango Lager: Seasonal lager on draft from the Winter Garden-based brewery Crooked Can
    • Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich : Local Florida Gulf shrimp, fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes and zesty remoulade sauce served on a toasted French bread

    Jaleo by José Andrés

    • Gazpacho estilo Algeciras : Classic chilled Spanish soup made with tomatoes, green bell peppers and cucumbers
    • Ensalada de Tomate con Ventresca: Florida heirloom tomato salad with preserved tuna belly from Spain
    • Arroz con Verduras : Rice with vegetables from Southern Hills Farms cooked over a wood fire
    • Sangría de Naranja: A twist on the classic Sangria recipe with a refreshing blend of sweet and citrusy notes
    • Agua Fresca de Fresa : Nonalcoholic spirit made with fresh muddled strawberries, lime, orange and Seedlip grove
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    Dining Room at Jaleo at Disney Springs – photo from @briantreks

    Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar

    • Orange Pilsner Goat Cheese Dip : Goat Cheese whipped with Sunshine Stroll Orange Pilsner and peppadew peppers—served with salt and vinegar house chips
    • Orange Tangerine Frozen Margarita : Patrón Silver, orange tangerine syrup, Minute Maid lemonade and garnished with citrus
    • Sunshine Stroll : This locally brewed orange pilsner is a Disney Springs exclusive featuring sweet and tangy flavors with a hint of citrus

    Morimoto Asia

    • Florida Key West Pink Shrimp Salad : Green tea-infused Japanese soba noodle, radish, carrot, cucumber, lettuce and ponzu sauce
    • Sparkling Shiso Orange : Housemade shiso orange shrub, yuzu and sparkling green tea, garlic chives and Chinese black bean sauce
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    Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs – Dani Meyering

    Paddlefish

    • Cedar Key Littleneck Clams: Nduja, garlic, wine and grilled bread
    • Islamorada Citrus Ale : A refreshing, fruit-forward and citrusy Island Ale from the Islamorada Beer Company

    The Polite Pig

    • Smoked Black Drum Fish : Smoked and grilled black drum fish, orange tarragon butter, spicy pickled fennel and arugula salad
    • Tropical Spice Fusion : Siesta Key spiced rum, banana whiskey, pineapple juice, orange juice, lemon juice and grenadine
    • Sweet Potato Spice Cake : Sweet potatoes, cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, cinnamon, orange cream cheese frosting and spices vinegar syrup

    Splitsville Dining Room

    • Jalapeno Shrimp Poppers : Florida shrimp stuffed with jalapeño and cream cheese, crispy fried and served with chili-lime sauce
    • Mango Doladira Spritz : Crafted with mango liqueur, Doladira Amaro, prosecco and mango syrup topped with soda

    STK Orlando

    • Cuban Sandwich: Pulled pork, ham and cheese—punctuated with pickles and mustard
    • Conch Fritters: Presented with a spicy remoulade sauce and lime wedges for a burst of seaside flavor
    • Key Lime Pie: Topped with meringue, lime zest and toasted coconut

    Summer House on the Lake

    • Key West Shrimp : Tostones, chile verde, Florida citrus salsa and black beans
    • Key Lime Pie Martini : Tito's, KeKe key lime pie cream liqueur, vanilla and lime

    Swirls on the Water featuring DOLE Whip®

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

    Terralina Crafted Italian

    • Wondermade Key Lime Strawberry Shortcake : Italian biscuit, strawberry compote, frothed lime cream, and Wondermade key lime pie marshmallows

    Vivoli il Gelato

    • Mango Spritz : Mango sorbetto, sprite and prosecco
    • Key Lime Tiramisu : Layers of mascarpone cream with lady fingers soaked in a sweet key lime sauce

    Wine Bar George – A Restaurant & Bar

    • Grilled Scallop Ceviche: Grapefruit, grilled tomatillos, cilantro and watermelon foam
    • Florida Frojito : A frozen mojito made with Florida watermelon, white rum and mint

    Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill

    • Wild Mushroom Gnocchi : Ricotta gnocchi, roasted “Fungi Jon” mushrooms, balsamic glazed shallots, wild arugula and shaved pecorino cheese
    • Passion of the Heights Beer : Locally brewed beer from Florida Avenue’s Passion of the Heights

    YeSake Kiosk

    • Florida Fresh Poke Bowl: A combination of chicken, fresh vegetables, tempura crunch and creamy roasted sesame dressing
    • Florida Sunset : A refreshing combination of Nigori Cloudy Sake, banana and peach Monin syrup finished with Dole pineapple juice

    DETAILS

    Disney Springs Flavors of Florida 2024
    Available through August 11, 2024
    Participating locations throughout Disney Springs
    Individual food and drink prices vary

    Check out our guide to Disney for Orlando Locals for more Disney date ideas.

    Featured image from Walt Disney World Public Relations, Kent Phillips, Photographer

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