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Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival – Complete Insider’s Guide

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As if experiencing world-class coasters wasn’t enough, Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival is the perfect excuse to plan a Busch Gardens Tampa Bay getaway this spring! A variety of food and music are added to the stellar lineup of offerings at Busch Gardens from March 7 through May 18 on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays through Sundays between March 7 through May 18, dine on a delicious array of delicacies as you make your way through Busch Gardens Tampa Bay! From sweet cupcakes to savory poke, a world of flavor awaits you this spring at Busch Gardens!

Don’t forget your Busch Gardens Tampa Bay ticket before heading out to their Food & Wine Festival! Discounted admission is available through your pals at Orlando Informer.

Food and beverage locations are open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 12 PM – Park Close.

Caribbean

Smoked Jerk Chicken, Caribbean Rice, Mango Salsa
Jerk-rubbed chicken thighs slow-smoked, white rice infused with coconut milk, spicy mango salsa

Sautéed Jamaican Callaloo
Braised Swiss chard, onions, garlic, red bell pepper, Scotch bonnet

Warm Banana with Rum and Vanilla Ice Cream

South America TOMA

Empanadas
(Chicken, Beef, Ham and Cheese), Salsa Verde or Roja

Chicken Croquetas

Chocolate Hazelnut Empanada

Chile

Churrasco-Inspired Grilled Beef, Garlic-Cilantro Yucca
Herb-marinated grilled flank steak, mashed yucca tossed with garlic and fresh cilantro

Local White Fish Ceviche
Local fresh white fish, slow-cooked key lime juice, garlic, pimento peppers, cilantro, habanero peppers

New Zealand

Roasted Lamb Rack, Cauliflower Purée, Pinot Noir Demi

Venison Slider, Tomato Jam Chile, Homemade Potato Chips

India

Chickpea Masala, Basmati Rice
Chickpeas, tomatoes, turmeric, garlic, spices

Butter Chicken, Basmati Rice
Tomato, curry, garlic, butter, ginger, marinated chicken served with basmati rice

Canada

Cold Hot-Smoked Salmon Sandwich
Cherry and oak-smoked salmon served with spicy maple syrup coleslaw on a brioche bun

Halifax Donair
Canadian version of a gyro – Greek-style beef wrapped in pita, sliced onions, and tomato, topped with sweetened condensed milk and garlic sauce

Nanaimo Bar
A crispy layer of graham cracker crust topped with a creamy custard layer, all held together with a coconut topping

Spain

Albondigas
Pork and beef meatballs roasted, simmered in a spicy tomato sauce with chipotle peppers, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese

Seafood Paella
Saffron rice, peas, pimento peppers, garlic, onion, spices, scallops, shrimp

France

White Bean Cassoulet, French Baguette
Slow-cooked white beans, vegetables, cured bacon, duck confit, finished with fresh herbs and a toasted French baguette

Ratatouille
French Provençal dish of stewed vegetables – peppers, onions, eggplant, zucchini, squash, garlic, and tomatoes (V-V)

Crêpes Suzette
Grand Marnier, orange juice, vanilla ice cream

Italy

Rotini Puttanesca
Traditional Napoli dish with Kalamata olives, capers, and tomatoes simmered with herbs, served over pasta

Chicken Marsala, Crispy Polenta Cake
Chicken and mushrooms slow-cooked in Marsala wine, garlic, onions, beef demi, crispy polenta cake

Deconstructed Tiramisu

U.S.A

Lobster Roll
A new England favorite – chilled poached lobster tossed in mayonnaise, dill, shaved celery, served on a soft potato roll

Crab Cakes
Jumbo lump crab, mayonnaise, mustard, and old bay seasoning, seared to a golden brown, accompanied with a mustard sauce

Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival Concerts

Andy Grammer at Busch Gardens Food and Wine Festival
Andy Grammer at Busch Gardens Food and Wine Festival

During Buch Gardens Tampa Bay Food & Wine Festival, eat to the beat of pop, rock, Latin, country, and contemporary bands on select dates. Concerts are held on the Festival Field and are included with park admission. Please check the park schedule for showtimes. The performance schedule is as follows:

March
9 – Goo Goo Dolls
10 – Starship ft. Mickey Thomas
17 – Sister Hazel
23 – Taking Back Sunday

April
6 – Owl City
7 – Grupo Niche
13 – Better Than Ezra with special guest Vertical Horizon
14 – Hoobastank
20 – Michael Ray
21 – Gavin DeGraw
27 – Andy Grammer
28 – Chris Lane

May 
4 – Boys Like Girls
5 – 38 Special