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Daily From April 16 to May 31, 2010
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California vineyards were first planted in 1778 by Spanish Mission Fathers. The first winery was established in the 1850's during the California Gold Rush.

California has an estimated 570,000 acres of wine grapes. Chardonnay is the variety with the largest acreage.

Disney's California Food & Wine Festival

Festival Overview
From April 16 to May 31, 2010, please your "palette" with a kaleidoscope of culinary experiences at the Fifth Annual Disney's California Food & Wine Festival. For 46 days, Disney's California Adventure® Park and select locations at the Disneyland® Resort will host "The Art of Flavor," one of the most anticipated events of spring! Enjoy cooking demonstrations, seminars and recipes that reflect the Golden State's regional and culinary diversity. It's presented by Vanity Fair® Premium Napkins and Plates.

Many Festival favorites are returning, in addition to new events and activities...including the all-new Festival Showplace!
Signature Events**
Reserve your spot at these extraordinary celebrations that will amaze and delight food and wine aficionados or anyone who appreciates a great culinary experience.

Seminars & Demonstrations
Immerse yourself in the appetizing world of California's storied history of fine food and wine at captivating culinary demonstrations, celebrity chef appearances and wine, beer and spirits seminars — all celebrating "The Art of Flavor"!

Places to Discover
In addition to our scheduled events, there's plenty to do and see throughout the festival including special dining opportunities, art exhibits and wine tasting.
Festival Highlights

"Taste of California" Marketplace
The marketplace returns to Disney's California Food & Wine Festival! Enjoy unique festival foods created especially for the Festival. Delicious tapas-sized tastings are available in the Festival Showplace, located in Stage 12 in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot. Expertly paired wines and beer are also available for purchase.

"Hollywood & Wine" Lounge
Enjoy an outstanding selection of wines by the glass, unique wine flights, beer and cocktails. Join your friends to toast the perfect day!

Festival Gift Shop
Shop for specially designed Festival merchandise and logo items to commemorate your visit.

The "Wine Seller"
With hundreds of wines featured, you're sure to find a new favorite. The Wine Seller offers full-bottle sales of selected wines available for purchase to enjoy at home. For your convenience, bottle purchases will be delivered to Package Pickup located outside the entrance to Disney's California Adventure Park.

Showplace Stage
Attend seminars, demonstrations and events — including Sweet Sundays — at the Showplace Stage, located in the Festival Showplace.

Chef Showcase Stage
Experience delicious demonstrations or see some of your favorite celebrity chefs live and in-person at this culinary hub in Sunshine Plaza. Every day find new ways to create a culinary masterpiece with your own art of flavor.

So Much More!
Discover new wine regions and varietals at the Festival Wine Walks, shop for unique gifts with Farmers Market merchants or enjoy a delicious new menu item available only during the Festival. Celebrate "The Art of Flavor" at the Fifth Annual Disney's California Food & Wine Festival, April 16 – May 31, 2010!

In accordance with California state law, Guests must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcoholic beverages. Please bring valid identification. Absolutely no one under age 21 may enter any wine, beer or spirit seminar, event or venue, including children or infants accompanied by an adult.

All events, seminars, prices, food options, services, age ranges, locations, dates, times, menus, participating chefs, and presenters are subject to restrictions and may change without notice. Check the daily schedule posted at each venue.

* Admission to Disney's California Adventure® Park is required for events held within the Park and is not included in the event price.

** Additional fee and advance reservations are required for Signature Events, which are subject to availability as space is limited.