Overview
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.
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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.
Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival Menus
Food and beverage locations are open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 12 PM – Park Close.
1. & 2. Jamaica
Food
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
Caramelized Banana with Rum and Vanilla Ice Cream
Beverages
Gin Crush Craft Standard Cocktail
Gin, Triple Sec, Margarita Keg
Blackberry Bramble Craft Standard Cocktail
Gin, Blackberry Brandy, Mojito Keg
Strawberry Lemonade Craft Standard Cocktail
Vodka, Strawberry Monin, Pink Lemonade Keg
Spiced Rum Sangria Craft Standard Cocktail
Spiced Rum, Red Wine, Triple Sec, Mule Keg
4. Colombia
Food
Empanadas
Chicken, Beef, or Ham and Cheese with choice of Salsa Verde or Roja
Chicken Croquetas
Chocolate Hazelnut Empanada
Beverages
Achaval Ferrer Malbec
Ernesto Catena Padrillos Pinot Noir
5. Chile
Food
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
Beverages
Papi Pink Moscato
Miguel Torres Cabernet Sauvignon
6. New Zealand
Food
Roasted Lamb Rack
New Zealand lamb, cauliflower puree, pinot noir demi
Venison Slider
Tomato Jam Chile, Homemade Potato Chips
Beverages
Craggy Range Chardonnay
Urlar Pinot Noir
Matua Rose
7. India
Food
Chickpea Masala, Basmati Rice
Chickpeas, tomatoes, turmeric, garlic, spices
Butter Chicken, Basmati Rice
Tomato, curry, garlic, butter, ginger, marinated chicken served with basmati rice
8. Canada
Food
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, 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
12. Spain
Food
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
Beverages
The Black Rose Craft Standard Cocktail
Gin, Blackberry Brandy, Pink Lemonade Keg
Italian Margarita Craft Standard Cocktail
Tequila, Triple Sec, Amaretto, Margarita Keg
Chai Elixer Craft Standard Cocktail
Vodka, Vanilla Vodka, Chai Monin, Mule Keg
Caipirinha Craft Standard Cocktail
Cachaca, Water, Mojito Keg
13. France
Food
White Bean Cassoulet
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
Crêpes Suzette
Grand Marnier, orange juice, vanilla ice cream
Beverages
Chateau La Tuilerie Du Puy Bordeaux
Comtesse De Malet Roquefort Bordeaux Blanc
14. Italy
Food
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
Beverages
Borgo Scopeto Chianti Classico
Michele Chiarlo ‘Le Orme’ Barbara d ‘Asti
15. U.S.A.
Food
NE Lobster Roll
A new England favorite – chilled poached lobster tossed in mayonnaise, dill, and shaved celery, served on a soft potato roll
Classic Crab Cakes
Jumbo lump crab, mayonnaise, mustard, and old bay seasoning, seared to a golden brown, accompanied with a mustard sauce
17. Old World Wines
Beverages
Red Wines
White Wines
Rose Wines
Fell on Black Days from Wild Rover Brewing Company
A dark German lager
In the Pines from Wild Rover Brewing Company
An East Coast IPA
Dad Bod DIPA 3 Daughters Brewing
Double Golden IPA
Orange Wheat from St. Pete Brewing Company
An American-style wheat beer
Festival Field Bar
Food
Cotton Candy
Caramel Corn
Beverages
Craft Beer on Tap
A Selection of beers on tap
Craft Standard Cocktails
A Selection of Craft Standard Cocktails
Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival Concerts
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
7 – Montgomery Gentry Featuring Eddie Montgomery
8 – Starship Ft. Mickey Thomas
14 – Sister Hazel
15 – Flo Rida
21 – Joe Nichols
22 – Luis Fonsi
23 – The Commodores
28 – Easton Corbin & Matt Stell
29 – Edwin McCain
April
4 – Soulja Boy & Paul Wall
5 – Village People
12 – Michael Ray
13 – Fuel & Lit
19 – Plain White T’s
26 – Blackberry Smoke
27 – Mitchell Tenpenny & Graham Barham
May
3 – Third Eye Blind
4 – Robin Thicke
10 – Grand Funk Railroad
16 – Hoobastank
17 – Justin Moore