Dive into the Flavors of Florida with the City Works Florida appetizer, Key lime conch fritters with mango-chili sauce, and fried papaya.
We love the Flavors of Florida season at Disney Springs. Many of the restaurants at Disney Springs create dishes based on the traditional flavors of the Sunshine State. That usually means creations featuring key lime, oranges, other citrus fruits, and seafood.
City Works Eatery & Pour House creates an appetizer ideally suited for the Flavors of Florida event. South Florida Conch Fritter Cakes consists of fritter cakes flavored with Key lime zest and topped with mango-chili sauce, mojo aïoli, crispy fried papaya, and micro cilantro. This appetizer costs $15.95. it is available through August 10. Additionally, Walt Disney World annual passholders receive a 10% discount.
We visited City Works Eatery & Pour House on a weekday afternoon. We were seated at one of the tables in the bar area for four. Our service, as usual, was excellent whenever we have visited this table service restaurant. In case you are unaware, we visit City Works Eatery & Pour House often based on its menu and versatility. City Works Eatery & Pour House offers a Chef Selects Menu that rotates about every eight weeks. Additionally, we have been fortunate enough to interview one of the executive chefs over the City Works Eatery & Pour House chain.
City Works Florida Appetizer: South Florida Conch Fritter Cakes
Based on the menu description, this City Works Florida appetizer sounded like a fabulous Flavors of Flavor menu item. After we took a few bites, we came to the same conclusion. Guests get four fritter cakes. These do not look like standard conch fritters. However, the menu description says fritter cakes, so guests should be prepared for that.
The South Florida Conch Fritter Cakes offer a variety of robust flavors that play into the “Flavors of Florida” theme. The chili sauce and key lime serve as dominant flavors with this dish. The conch flavor is somewhat subdued compared to other components. The sauce is plentiful and wonderful. If you want a more powerful spicy kick, then add more of the sauce. However, guests can use less of the sauce to avoid that aspect with this City Works Florida appetizer.
We thought the fried papaya helps presentation, but gets overshadowed in terms of flavor. However, we love its addition to this Flavor of Florida item. Additionally, we thought the overall flavor make this dish stand out as a Flavors of Florida dish. If this were a test to create a menu item using as many components as possible that fit the Flavors of Florida image, this appetizer would receive high marks. Also, the flavors work well. Still, less adventurous eaters may want to pass on this Flavors of Florida dish.
Regarding shareability, this City Works Florida appetizer will work nicely before your entrees. However, it is not a hearty appetizer that can also be a light lunch.
Flavors of Florida
Flavors of Florida is a seasonal culinary event held at Disney Springs, celebrating the vibrant tastes of the Sunshine State. Running through August 10, this event features limited-time dishes, desserts, and drinks inspired by Florida-grown ingredients like citrus, seafood, strawberries, and tropical fruits. Participating restaurants craft creative menu items that highlight the essence of Florida’s bold and refreshing flavors. From tangy Key lime pie to zesty orange-glazed entrees, guests can savor the sunshine in every bite. It’s a delicious way to explore regional cuisine in a fun, immersive setting at Walt Disney World’s popular dining and shopping district.
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