- Mar 13, 2024
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The much-anticipated 2025 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival is finally here!
Come along as we explore the Primavera Kitchen, a highlight among the Outdoor Kitchens at EPCOT's spring event. Make a stop here while admiring the stunning Disney topiaries, garden displays, and captivating entertainment. We're diving into Primavera Kitchen's offerings to see if it upholds the Italy Pavilion's festival booth reputation.
**Eats**
First on our list, the new *Insalata Arlecchino* with grape tomato, seasonal melon, mozzarella ciliegine, and balsamic dressing, priced at $7.50. Though simple, this dish left us wanting more harmony in flavors; the melon was too dominating.
Next, we tried the *Primavera Cacio Pepe e Gamberi*—penne, shrimp, zucchini, peas, and asparagus in a creamy cacio pepe sauce for $8.75. While the shrimp were well-prepared, the dish lacked sufficient sauce, leading to bland pasta.
For dessert, the *Chocolate Dirt Cannoli*, featuring a cannoli shell with cookies and cream filling, was $5.50. While the visual elements felt over-the-top, the taste was delightful and well-executed.
**Drinks**
Try the Italian-inspired Blood Orange Margarita for $12.00, a citrus-forward drink that masks the tequila taste well.
Alternatively, the *Caprese Cocktail* features basil-infused vodka, balsamic-tomato juice, and mozzarella for $16.00. This drink has a unique flavor but can feel heavy without ice.
Last year’s *Peroni Pilsner*, priced at $6.50/$11.00, is offered again.
**Overall**
While improved, Italy's offerings are still just fine; they're not standouts but deliver Italian flavors. If you’re not an Italian cuisine fan, you won’t miss much by skipping this booth.
What dishes from Primavera Kitchen seem the most enticing to you? Share your thoughts!
Come along as we explore the Primavera Kitchen, a highlight among the Outdoor Kitchens at EPCOT's spring event. Make a stop here while admiring the stunning Disney topiaries, garden displays, and captivating entertainment. We're diving into Primavera Kitchen's offerings to see if it upholds the Italy Pavilion's festival booth reputation.
**Eats**
First on our list, the new *Insalata Arlecchino* with grape tomato, seasonal melon, mozzarella ciliegine, and balsamic dressing, priced at $7.50. Though simple, this dish left us wanting more harmony in flavors; the melon was too dominating.
Next, we tried the *Primavera Cacio Pepe e Gamberi*—penne, shrimp, zucchini, peas, and asparagus in a creamy cacio pepe sauce for $8.75. While the shrimp were well-prepared, the dish lacked sufficient sauce, leading to bland pasta.
For dessert, the *Chocolate Dirt Cannoli*, featuring a cannoli shell with cookies and cream filling, was $5.50. While the visual elements felt over-the-top, the taste was delightful and well-executed.
**Drinks**
Try the Italian-inspired Blood Orange Margarita for $12.00, a citrus-forward drink that masks the tequila taste well.
Alternatively, the *Caprese Cocktail* features basil-infused vodka, balsamic-tomato juice, and mozzarella for $16.00. This drink has a unique flavor but can feel heavy without ice.
Last year’s *Peroni Pilsner*, priced at $6.50/$11.00, is offered again.
**Overall**
While improved, Italy's offerings are still just fine; they're not standouts but deliver Italian flavors. If you’re not an Italian cuisine fan, you won’t miss much by skipping this booth.
What dishes from Primavera Kitchen seem the most enticing to you? Share your thoughts!
