Local Flavor, Disney Style: Flavors of Florida Returns to Disney Springs

Jen Dixon • July 3, 2025

Summertime Culinary Celebration Makes it Easy to Enjoy Disney Without a Park Ticket

Orlando locals know there is no shortage of delicious eats around town, but when Disney Springs rolls out Flavors of Florida, it becomes one of the tastiest stops of the summer. Running through August 10, this seasonal event showcases Florida-inspired dishes, drinks and culinary experiences with free admission and no theme park ticket required.


This year, more than 90 limited-time menu items are being served across dozens of restaurants and snack spots throughout Disney Springs. Whether you are looking for a breezy citrus cocktail, a shrimp-forward small plate or a decadent slice of Key lime pie, there is something on the menu for every appetite.


Highlights include offerings from The Edison, Maria and Enzo's and Morimoto Asia, where chefs have infused Florida ingredients into inventive dishes and drinks.


Full list of food and beverage offerings >>

Learn Tricks of Trade with Live Cooking Demos

Beyond the food itself, the event offers extra ways to engage. Each Friday morning, guests can catch live cooking demonstrations from renowned Disney Springs chefs as part of the Culinary Series hosted by Kroger Delivery. The lineup features familiar names from some of Disney Springs’ most popular restaurants, giving attendees a behind-the-scenes look at seasonal recipes and kitchen inspiration.


Cooking demo schedule and sign up info >>



Delightful Dining with Curated Pairings

For those seeking a more elevated experience, Flavors of Florida also includes a series of ticketed pairing events. These intimate gatherings feature special prix fixe menus paired with curated cocktails, beer or wine. It is a perfect night out for food lovers or a fun date night for locals looking to explore something new.


Details on upcoming pairing events >>

Complimentary Kids Activity

Families can get in on the fun too with "Discover the Springs," a complimentary scavenger hunt presented by The Polite Pig. Just pick up an event guide at select locations including City Works Eatery and Pour House, eet by Maneet Chauhan, The Polite Pig or Savannah Bee Company and follow the clues to complete the activity. Kids and kids at heart will receive a sweet surprise when the challenge is complete.


Whether you are stopping in for lunch, sipping your way through seasonal beverages or catching a chef in action, Flavors of Florida is a uniquely local way to enjoy Disney Springs. And with no park ticket required, it is one of the most accessible ways to bring a little Disney summer magic to your table.



For full menus, culinary series details and event dates, visit disneysprings.com/flavors-of-florida.


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