Whether you’re looking for pointers to hone your skills or just hear from culinary masters of their craft, there are several classes and demonstrations available at the 2025 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. From a robust line up of complimentary sessions in Hollywood Land to extra-cost signature events at Disney’s most popular foodie hangouts, there’s something for every palate and price point.
Here’s everything you need to know about the special food and wine discovery events and classes during the 2025 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival.
Culinary Demonstrations
Special Culinary Demonstrations are available at no extra charge where you can watch cooking demos with favorite local and visiting chefs who show you how to make special dishes and treats. It’s important to keep in mind that no samples are served.
The demonstrations take place at the Hollywood Backlot Stage in Hollywood Land on Saturdays and Sundays during the festival. Presentations categorized into three separate categories: Festival Sponsors (3:30 PM), Disney Chefs (5 PM), and Visiting Chefs (6 PM).
MORE INFO: Culinary Demonstrations
Schedule
- Saturday, March 1:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Preston Gaspar (Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Meats)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Steven Ashworth & Paula Abad (Great Maple Modern American Eatery, Pixar Place Hotel)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Duff Goldman (Charm City Cakes)
- Sunday, March 2:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Preston Gaspar (Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Meats)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Priscilla Lemos & Mychael Banaga (Disneyland Park)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Ernie Alvarado (URBANA Mexican Gastronomy)
- Saturday, March 8:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Juan Mendoza (San Fransokyo Square, Disney California Adventure Park)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Erik Ortiz Serrano (Disneyland Park)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Bricia Lopez (Guelaguetza)
- Sunday, March 9:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Joanna Aguayo & Quy Hoang (Disney California Adventure Park)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Brian Torres (Disneyland Resort)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Bricia Lopez (Guelaguetza)
- Saturday, March 15:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Mark Mackey (Ethel M Chocolates)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Joshua Frias (Naples Ristorante e Bar, Downtown Disney District)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Jamie Gwen (Celebrity Chef, Radio Host, and Cookbook Author)
- Sunday, March 16:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Mark Mackey (Ethel M Chocolates)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Lauren Gutierrez & Brandi Gonzales (Golden Vine Winery, Disney California Adventure Park)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Paul Cao (Burnt Crumbs)
- Saturday, March 22:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: J. Michael Melton (Impossible Foods)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Corey Ripplinger (Disneyland Park)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Shachi Mehra (ADYA)
- Sunday, March 23:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: J. Michael Melton (Impossible Foods)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Darrin Finkel (Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio, Downtown Disney District)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Claudia Sandoval (MasterChef Season 6 Winner)
- Saturday, March 29:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Chris de Mezzo (COO & Roastmaster, Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Carlos Gaytán & Rudy Lopez (Paseo and Céntrico, Downtown Disney District)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Dafne Mejia (Hell’s Kitchen)
- Sunday, March 30:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Chris de Mezzo (COO & Roastmaster, Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Phu Hoang & Quy Hoang (Disneyland Park)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Nicholas Echaore & Ryan Garlitos (Heritage BBQ)
- Saturday, April 5:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: National Geographic (Pablo “Popi” Garcia Borboroglu & Disneyland Resort Chef Natalie Willingham)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Wing Lam (Wahoo’s Fish Taco)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Dafne Mejia (Hell’s Kitchen)
- Sunday, April 6:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: National Geographic (Pablo “Popi” Garcia Borboroglu & Disneyland Resort Chef Natalie Willingham)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Albert Esparza (Disneyland Resort)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Shaun O’Neale (MasterChef Season 7 Winner)
- Saturday, April 12:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Cooking with Tajín (Disneyland Resort Chef Daniel Romo)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: An Interview with Pam Brandon (The Official Disney Parks Celebration Cookbook) & Disneyland Resort Chefs John State, Jeremiah Balogh, & Stephanie Yee
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Stuart O’Keeffe (Celebrity Chef)
- Sunday, April 13:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Cooking with Tajín (Disneyland Resort Chefs Steven Medina & Jamie Burt)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: An Interview with Pam Brandon (The Official Disney Parks Celebration Cookbook) & Disneyland Resort Chefs John State, Jeremiah Balogh, & Stephanie Yee
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Ray Hayashi (RYLA)
- Saturday, April 19:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Disneyland Resort Chef Harrison Butac (Disney Vacation Club)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Adrian Martinez & Elizabeth Ramos (Disneyland Park)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Jet Tila (Food Network)
- Sunday, April 20:
- 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Disneyland Resort Chef Harrison Butac (Disney Vacation Club)
- 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Adolfo Salazar & Joanna Pereyda (Disneyland Park)
- 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Allan Tea (Cali Dumpling)
Signature Events
Additional special signature events, demonstrations and seminars will require a separate fee.
Carthay Circle Brewmaster Reception
Enjoy hand-selected sampling of beers, perfectly paired with an appetizer created by the Carthay Circle Restaurant culinary team.
COST: $175 per person—plus tax and gratuities
WHEN: March 28, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
MORE INFO: Carthay Circle Brewmaster Reception
Carthay Circle Winemaker Reception
Enjoy hand-selected California wines, masterfully paired with an appetizer created by the Carthay Circle Restaurant culinary team.
COST: $175 per person—plus tax and gratuities
WHEN: April 11, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
MORE INFO: Carthay Circle Winemaker Reception
Wine, Beer, & Mixology Education
Sommeliers, brew masters and mixologists divulge industry expertise during these 30 to 40-minute parkwide sessions.
COST: $25.00 per person (tax included)
WHEN: On Fri, Sat, and Sun during the festival
MORE INFO: Wine, Beer, and Mixology Education Seminars
Hotel Events and Classes
Join chefs, mixologists and winemakers as they share their culinary expertise at mouthwatering events set in the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort
MORE INFO: Hotels Events and Classes
Dinner and Scotch Event at Hearthstone Lounge
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, live music, and a 4-course tasting menu that is expertly paired with scotch by Chef Marcel St. Pierre, plus insights from Highland Park and The Macallan.
COST: $495 per person—plus tax and gratuities
WHEN: March 13, 5:15 PM
“A Walk on the Silverado Trail”
Sip Silverado Trail wines paired with cuisine by Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa culinary team at Hearthstone Lounge’s Mariposa Pool deck. Featured wineries to be announced at a later date.
COST: $295 per person—plus tax and gratuities
WHEN: April 18, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Mixology Class at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar
Craft a tiki cocktail at Trader Sam’s, enjoy hors d’oeuvres by the outdoor fireplace with island music, and a Trader Sam’s mug as a souvenir to make your own spirited libations at home.
COST: $159 per person—plus tax and gratuities
WHEN: March 3, 17, 31, April 14 At 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM
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See it for Yourself
Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival celebrations at Disney California Adventure take place from February 28 through April 21, 2025.
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