Walt Disney World continues to elevate its culinary offerings with exciting news surrounding the upcoming EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. A Guardians of the Galaxy themed booth has been announced for the upcoming EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. This latest addition promises to bring cosmic flavors to one of the most anticipated events at the theme park.
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Gyozas of the Galaxy Debuts This September
The new Marvel-themed food booth, cleverly named “Gyozas of the Galaxy,” will make its debut on September 28, arriving one month after the festival officially begins. Guests will be able to find the festival kitchen near Creations Shop.
This delayed opening creates additional excitement for festival-goers who can experience the traditional offerings first, then return for the superhero-themed culinary adventure.
Innovative Menu Items Blend Pop Culture with Gourmet Cuisine
The Guardians-themed booth will feature three distinctive dumpling variations that reimagine classic flavors:
- Buffalo-style Dumplings: Chicken dumplings served with buffalo sauce, celery root purée, blue cheese cream, crumbled blue cheese, shaved carrot, and micro celery
- French Onion Soup-style Dumplings: Pork and beef soup dumplings featuring caramelized onions, sherry-beef broth, onion and Gruyère soubise, parmesan cracker, and micro chives
- Street Corn-style Dumplings: Chicken dumplings paired with tomatillo salsa verde, street corn salad, cotija cheese, lime crema, and cilantro
The beverage selection includes a tropical Pineapple Colada made with white rum, DOLE Pineapple Juice, and sweetened coconut milk, plus Willamette Valley Vineyards Pinot Gris.
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Festival Spans Nearly Three Months
The 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will run from August 28 through November 22, 2025. This extended timeline provides ample opportunity for visitors to experience both traditional and innovative offerings across the park.
This year’s festival will offer over 35 Global Marketplaces located throughout the park. The extensive selection ensures diverse culinary experiences representing cuisines from around the world.
Enhanced Family-Friendly Options
Disney has prioritized inclusivity in this year’s festival planning. These menus will also feature kid-friendly and plant-based options alongside regular menu items. This approach makes the event more accessible to families with varying dietary preferences and restrictions.
Additional Culinary Experiences
Beyond the themed booths, the festival includes special dining experiences. Walt Disney World has announced new offerings including a Parisian breakfast buffet at Chefs de France restaurant, complete with bottomless mimosas for adult guests.
Emile’s Fromage Montage is confirmed to return for the 2025 festival, offering a selection of cheese options that have become fan favorites over previous years.
Planning Your Festival Visit
The Walt Disney World EPCOT festival represents one of the park’s signature events, combining entertainment, education, and exceptional cuisine. With the new Guardians of the Galaxy booth adding Marvel magic to the traditional offerings, this year’s festival promises unique experiences for both longtime Disney fans and newcomers.
The festival’s extended timeline through late November provides flexibility for visitors to plan their trips around other seasonal events and personal schedules. Early festival dates in late August offer summer vacation opportunities, while the November conclusion aligns perfectly with holiday travel plans.
What aspects of this year’s EPCOT festival excite you most? Share your thoughts about the new Guardians-themed booth and which traditional festival favorites you’re eager to experience again.