Taste of Space: Fall Bites! - A Cosmic Culinary Journey at Kennedy Space Center

A Stellar Event Welcomes Food Lovers to Merritt Island

Prepare your taste buds for an interstellar adventure as the fifth annual Taste of Space: Fall Bites! returns to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex from October 3rd to November 16th. A celebration of culinary creativity where cosmic eats and galactic drinks await, the event is inclusive with admission to the complex and promises to take visitors on a delicious journey beyond the stars.

Cosmic Cuisine at Orbit and Moon Rock Cafes

Visitors can enjoy a varied menu at the Orbit Cafe, featuring vegan delights like lentil chili with tortilla chips and an irresistible apple blossom drizzled with caramel sauce. The spaetzle with mushrooms caters to vegetarians, providing a hearty option for all. Over at the Moon Rock Cafe, the offerings continue to impress with a pork schnitzel sandwich with slaw, along with vegetarian-friendly potato latke dippers complimented by cranberry ketchup. Desserts feature prominently with a chocolate bundt cake topped with cranberry chutney, extending the sweet cosmic theme.

Marstini Shake-Off – The Ultimate Space-Themed Cocktail Experience

For those 21 and older, the Marstini Shake-Off on October 3rd transforms cocktail mixing into an extravagant galactic event. Regional bars rise to the challenge by crafting exclusive “Marstinis,” paired with immersive soundscapes and blindfolded tastings for a multi-sensory experience. Participants leave with not just memories, but also a keepsake eye mask, while esteemed NASA astronaut Mike Foreman joins guest judges to crown the Marstini champion.

Engage Your Senses and Cast Your Vote

Beyond the tantalizing tastes, guests participate in choosing the People’s Choice Award, contributing to the evening’s competitive spirit. Small appetizers accompany the standing-only event, while larger versions of the featured cocktails are available for purchase at a cash bar. Passholders benefit from a 10% discount on tickets, delighting longtime fans of the event.

Explore While You Feast

During the U.S. government shutdown, the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex remains fully operational, offering its range of exhibits and tours. The ongoing Explore Tour and special interest tours ensure that the excitement continues uninterrupted, making every visit an enriching one.

As stated in WKMG, this event ensures that even amidst uncertainties, the thrill of exploration and culinary delights remains unfazed, promising a memorable experience for all who attend. For more exciting updates and insider tips on theme parks, enthusiasts can sign up for the ClickOrlando.com In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops newsletter, keeping them informed every Friday.

Join this galactic gathering and indulge in the cosmic wonders awaiting at the Taste of Space: Fall Bites! – an unmissable event where the universe’s flavors are at your fingertips.