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Yum, some great eating and drinking at the festival! I think that the word spicy might have deterred me from trying the Apple margarita, but it sounds really yummy!
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I enjoyed the various eats and beverages at the festival. The margarita was quite good and look forward to having it again.
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I'm not a margarita fan per se, but I might be tempted to give that one a try!
Love the trivet, I would love to get one of those as well!
You may just like this one as so good! The trivet was quite nice and use it quite a bit.
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More Experiences at the Epcot Food & Wine Festival!
Thursday, October 12th (Part III) I continued my walk around World Showcase for the Food & Wine Festival with some more eats and beverages at the booths. But, first I did something else in World Showcase. My next stop was China.
China is one of the more beautiful pavilions, but for some reason I don’t spend much time exploring it. This is something I need to do more often here and some of the other pavilions. One thing I had never done is see the Reflections of China show. I felt, now was a good time to see it. I checked the show times and the next one was in about 15 minutes. I entered the rotunda area outside the theater and waited until we could enter. There were several guests here waiting besides me.
Waiting room outside theater
Shortly, a CM came out and gave us an introduction and overview of the show. It’s a 12 minute film and shows a lot of the sights and beauty of the country of China. It has a 360 degree view and there is no seating and is viewed standing up. It’s very similar to the film I saw in the France pavilion last year.
In just a few more minutes we were let in the theater to watch the film. It went by fast and I enjoyed all the sights and sounds of the film. It was very well done and especially with a 360 degree view, which enhances the experience quite well.
After the film, I exited the pavilion and paid a visit to the China kiosk at the festival. I looked over the menu and saw a few things that interested me, but I just settled with one.
There were only a couple of people in line, which is always good and helps being a Thursday. I will not go to the festival on the weekend as I saw the crowds last year on a Saturday! Although, I just went to Chefs de France for lunch on my departure day. The lines were insane as you’ll remember from my TR. But, not today!
Beijing (Peking) Roasted Duck in a Bao Bun with Hoisin Sauce
This was quite enjoyable and had a lot of flavor to it. Although, it was a bit messy with the sauce. Glad I had some napkins!
After this, I continued around World Showcase and to the India booth for a beverage.
Mango Lassi
This was so good and was a non-alcoholic drink. A good way to have something else. I’ve had these before and are so flavorful. There were big chunks of mango in it. It is a bit filling and like another food sampling for me.
I continued my walk with my next stop in Germany. But, it wouldn’t be a food/beverage stop but for something else that I must see on every trip!
This is my must see! For good reason as I always enjoy watching the trains going through the tunnels and German village.
I continued to more pavilions and took it slow. There would be no additional food sampling, but a couple more beverages. It was closing in on 5 pm and I had a late ADR at 8:30 pm, so I had to save space for dinner later. I felt fine, even in the heat as I was making sure to stay hydrated as the beverages can take their toll, even those at the booths which may or may not be a full-size offering.
Next up was Italy and one of my favorite pavilions. I’m not sure what my favorite one is as they are all done so well with the theming and experiences.
This is where I stopped for a beverage. Kind of a funny kiosk with the donkey. It’s across from Tutto Italia Ristorante.
I went with a Bellini which was quite good, light and refreshing!
I kept walking and enjoyed my Bellini while doing so. Although, I didn’t stop at the American Adventure pavilion. I should have to see the Voices of Liberty show as it’s been many years since I’ve seen it. Hopefully, on my next WDW trip! My next stop would be Japan, but first I got some photos before arriving there.
Preparations underway for Illuminations
So cool to see this so close up and not at a distance during the show!
I was hoping to complete my afternoon in the World Showcase for this TR but, I am going to have to cut this short and continue it in the next update. There will not be another update before October 13/14!
I’m leaving for Las Vegas on Thursday morning for vacation and I still need to pack. I just have my clothing to do as nearly all else is done, which is good! It will still take some time as tying up everything else before I leave. I will be there for eight great nights. It won’t be a solo a trip at least for the first few days of this!!!
There will be a TR but I want to get this one finished first. It may be a while as there are two full days left to complete in this TR! I didn’t do a PTR for my Las Vegas trip as my current TR has been going on so long. I will incorporate it into the TR or perhaps do a separate PTR, even though it will be after the fact. We’ll see!
NEXT: It’s Too Hot and I Don’t Feel Like Walking!
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
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Have a fun trip to Vegas!
You are having a nice time walking around WS and taking in the sights. We love the train as well. Good that you got to experience the movie in China. We enjoy that as well. Just wanted to point out that it’s the film in Canada that is also one where you stand. France has auditorium seating.
Oh my gosh!! Have so much fun in Vegas!!! I hope your win a million bucks!!
Your WS reporting is outstanding!! I hope to try one of those Bao buns this year!! I think they changed the meet but everyone raves about them!! Your drinks all look delicious and I am excited to hear about your dinner!!
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Have a fun trip to Vegas!
You are having a nice time walking around WS and taking in the sights. We love the train as well. Good that you got to experience the movie in China. We enjoy that as well. Just wanted to point out that it’s the film in Canada that is also one where you stand. France has auditorium seating.
Thanks.
The WS is so enjoyable at this pace. I forgot about the seating for France. Still got to see the Canada movie.
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Oh my gosh!! Have so much fun in Vegas!!! I hope your win a million bucks!!
Your WS reporting is outstanding!! I hope to try one of those Bao buns this year!! I think they changed the meet but everyone raves about them!! Your drinks all look delicious and I am excited to hear about your dinner!!
So do I. I leave for airport in about an hour.
Glad you are enjoying it so much!
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
Have a great time in Vegas! A trip report... so what happens there doesn't stay then...?
Great samplings from the various Food and Wine Festival booths.
Thanks! I guess you are correct in regards to this! I like that one!
I enjoyed the offerings from the festival.
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
Have a great time in Vegas, hope you do as well as Tara in the casinos.
Thanks. So do I! I don't know how she does it!
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Great update! I like your F&WF touring style. Have a great time in Las Vegas and good luck to you to win big!!!
Thanks. Taking it leisurely is a good pace for the festival! I hope I do in Vegas!
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
Great times at the World Showcase! Love all the pictures!
Have fun in Vegas!
I enjoyed it all! Glad you like them!
Thanks! This is the same date I left for my Florida trip last year!
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
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The margarita was quite good and look forward to having it again.
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This is something I need to do more often here and some of the other pavilions. One thing I had never done is see the Reflections of China show. I felt, now was a good time to see it. 
I entered the rotunda area outside the theater and waited until we could enter. There were several guests here waiting besides me.
Although, I just went to Chefs de France for lunch on my departure day. The lines were insane as you’ll remember from my TR. But, not today! 
Although, it was a bit messy with the sauce. Glad I had some napkins! 
It is a bit filling and like another food sampling for me.
I felt fine, even in the heat as I was making sure to stay hydrated as the beverages can take their toll, even those at the booths which may or may not be a full-size offering. 
Hopefully, on my next WDW trip! 
There will not be another update before October 13/14! 
I didn’t do a PTR for my Las Vegas trip as my current TR has been going on so long. 
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