Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic Returns November 20–21: What’s Cooking, What’s Pouring and What to Expect

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic returns November 20–21, 2026, bringing two nights of unlimited food and beverage tastings, more than 170 beverage selections, live entertainment and fireworks to the resort’s scenic causeway.

Celebrating its 17th year, the event runs from 5–9 p.m. nightly and is open to the public. This year’s culinary lineup includes Bourbon Steak by celebrity chef Michael Mina, Todd English’s Bluezoo, Il Mulino, Rosa Mexicano, Amare, Kimonos and more.

What’s Cooking? Highlights from the 2026 Menu

The menu brings together signature dishes from the resort’s restaurants, with everything from Wagyu beef and fresh seafood to Italian classics, Mexican specialties and creative desserts. Several restaurants will feature different dishes on Friday and Saturday, giving foodies more to explore across both evenings.

Here’s a closer look at what’s being served.

Bourbon Steak

Slow Braised Wagyu Beef Short Rib

Celery root espuma and shallot marmalade.
Available Friday & Saturday

Hand Dipped Mozzarella Sticks

Served with roasted garlic marinara.
Available Friday

Loaded Potato Barrels

Cheese sauce, beef short rib, buttermilk ranch dressing and scallions.
Available Saturday

Todd English’s Bluezoo

Oyster Espuma
Gruyère panna cotta, champagne sphere, sea beans, crispy parmesan and tobiko caviar.
Available Friday & Saturday

Striped Bass
White bean cassoulet, andouille sausage, pickled pearl onion, nduja crumble and demi-glace.
Available Friday & Saturday

Rosa Mexicano

Tacos de Cochinita Pibil
Roasted pork marinated in achiote and spices with fresh corn tortillas, pickled cabbage, slaw, onions and cilantro.
Available Friday & Saturday

Flautas de Pollo
Crispy chicken taquitos topped with crema and queso Cotija.
Available Friday & Saturday

Lagoon Games, Lanes & Eats

Mini Smash Burger
American Wagyu beef, American cheese, caramelized onions, Roma tomato and garlic aioli on a cheddar-jalapeño slider roll.
Available Friday

French Dip Grilled Cheese
Shaved roasted prime rib, Gruyère and provolone cheeses on buttery toasted brioche, served with French onion jus.
Available Saturday

The Fountain

Tuna Rice Bowl
Seasoned sushi rice, marinated sushi-grade tuna, avocado, edamame, wakame, sriracha aioli and crispy vermicelli noodles.
Available Friday

Grilled & Marinated Gulf Shrimp
Green papaya, herb salad and hothouse cucumber.
Available Saturday

Cabana

Cured Salmon, Blue Crab
Takuan, avocado, mentaiko sauce, yuzu tobiko and micro radish.
Available Friday

Bluefin Tuna Hamachi
Cucumber, fried shallots, sweet soy glaze, dynamite sauce and bubu arare.
Available Saturday

Smokin’ D’s BBQ

Slow Cooked Berkshire Pork Belly
Hickory-smoked cane sugar cloud, carrot ginger purée, chai apricot glaze and crunchy garlic.
Available Friday

Poor Man’s Burnt Ends
Mesquite-smoked Black Angus beef chuck, fried shallots, edamame-daikon yuzu relish and fermented black bean BBQ sauce.
Available Saturday

Il Mulino

Lasagna
House-made pasta, eggplant, fresh pomodoro, béchamel, roasted mushrooms and caper crumbles.
Available Friday

Chestnut Agnolotti
Roasted pumpkin, citrus butter, toasted black walnuts, crispy sage and shaved Parmesan.
Available Saturday

Additional menu offerings include Blackened Cedar Plank Grouper and Slow Cooked Berkshire Pork Belly.

Learn, Sip, & Discover: Three Tasting Experiences

Three instructor-led tasting experiences are listed for November 21 at 4 p.m., each featuring six pours, paired bites and expert guidance.

Beer: Beer Here! explores craft beers and food pairings, Wine: Salud! A Journey Through Spain highlights Spanish wines and accompanying bites, and Spirits: Craft Cocktails covers the Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, Gin Fizz and Cosmopolitan. No experience is required. Separate tickets are needed.

Live Entertainment and Fireworks

Beyond the food and drinks, both evenings feature live entertainment, including performances at the Dolphin clamshell fountain, fireworks and event merchandise.

Event Details and Tickets

Dates: November 20–21, 2026
Time: 5–9 p.m. nightly
Location: Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, 1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd., Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Tickets: Include unlimited food and beverage tastings and live entertainment. FRIDAY TIX | SAT TIX
Two-Night Bundle: Save 10% on tickets for both evenings. BOOK NOW!

Make a Weekend of It

With different dishes served across the two evenings, more than 170 beverage selections and live entertainment throughout the event, there’s plenty to enjoy beyond a single night. Foodies can choose their preferred evening or take advantage of the two-night bundle to sample more of what the participating restaurants have planned.

Get your tickets here and get ready for two evenings of great food, wine and entertainment at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort.