Disney Spring’s Wine Bar George Announces Ron Rupert as Executive Chef

Today, we are going to take a shoreside break and share some news about Wine Bar George at Disney Springs, a place we’ve been excited about since it was first announced. It was revealed that Ron Rupert will serve as the executive chef when George Miliotes’ Wine Bar George doors open this spring.

Wine Bar George, the only Master Sommelier-led wine bar in Florida, will be similar to a winemaker’s home estate with a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere spanning two-stories with 210-seat in the 6,000-square-foot space.

Wine Bar George Interior Concept Art

Master Sommelier George Miliotes is no stranger to Walt Disney World Resort – he was part of the opening team of California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and managed the venue from 1995 to 2002. While there, he met and worked alongside Ron Rupert, who will serve as the Executive Chef for Wine Bar George.

“I’m thrilled that Ron is joining our team and I’m looking forward to working with him again,” Miliotes said. “Ron is incredibly creative, and his expertise will bring a menu that’s designed to complement the wine list. With our menu, guests will have the opportunity to explore endless food and wine pairings.”

Wine Bar George Ron Rupert Miliotes

Rupert began his culinary career at Walt Disney World Resort in 1988. He was part of the opening team of California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, where he teamed with Miliotes and Chef Clifford Pleau. During his 14 years at Walt Disney World Resort, Rupert was also part of the opening teams at Jiko – The Cooking Place at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and Ariel’s at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts. Rupert and Miliotes have worked closely to create a menu that will pair with a wine list of more than 100 selections by the bottle and glass.

“The menu will include a selection of small plates, shareable plates, cheese and charcuterie boards, and desserts. Offerings will feature seasonally relevant items and everything will be made in-house,” Rupert said. “I’ve worked jointly with George to develop a menu that represents both global and local cuisine. Guests can expect to experience food that is familiar, yet new all at once.” 

Wine Bar George Food Concepts“Guests will experience a feel reminiscent of the ‘Old World’ as if they are on the bottom floor of a gravity-flow winery surrounded by their best friends,” explains Miliotes. “The upstairs floor includes seating for groups of all sizes, space for private events and sweeping views of Disney Springs.”

Future patrons can expect their experience to include wine education, which will be served up in an approachable and fun manner. Every part of the Wine Bar George experience, including special events and visits from renowned winemakers, will educate and enlighten guests about food and wine.

For those interested in working at Wine Bar George, you can submit an application online here. For more information on Wine Bar George you can visit WineBarGeorge.com as well as follow George @WineBarGeorge on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

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