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<p><P><P>Back for the second year is the 2016 Kings Dominion Spring Bloom event, which not only celebrates the return of the spring season, a new year of the park being open, but also a culinary experience that showcases some of Chef Paul Maloney&#8217;s extraordinary talents. On Saturdays and Sundays April 16 to May 15, 2016, guests can experience great food, drinks, and live entertainment while taking in the gorgeous settings of Kings Dominion.</p>
<p>New for this year, rather than the festival booths being spread out around International Street, they will be centrally located around the Eiffel Tower. </p>
<p>While Chef Paul hand selected the various countries that will be represented during the festival, they often opened the voting up on social media to see which country the guests would like to see added. We were extremely happy to see Ireland was the chosen selection and were intrigued to see what Chef Paul could come up with for menu items.</p>
<p>Spring Bloom will not only take advantage of local sourced products, but is continuing the tradition of pairing up with beer and wine producers to showcase some of their talents as well. So let&#8217;s take a look at what food options are in store.</p>
<p>All tastings are $5 each ($4 for season passholders). Drinks are $3 for a sample and $8 for a full. You can also purchase a combo ticket containing 4 Food and 4 Beverage tastings for $25.<br />
(1)= Gluten Free<br />
(2)= Vegetarian</p>
<h2>Ireland Food</h2>
<p>Irish Banger and Spinach Buttered Mashed Potatoes, Legend Porter Onion Gravy Topped with Crispy Onions</p>
<figure id="attachment_7830" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-7830" style="width: 600px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://cpfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Kings-Dominion-Spring-Bloom-Irish-Banger-and-Spinach-Buttered-Mashed-Potatoes-Legend-Porter-Onion-Gravy-Topped-with-Crispy-Onions.jpg" rel="attachment wp-att-7830"><img src="http://cpfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Kings-Dominion-Spring-Bloom-Irish-Banger-and-Spinach-Buttered-Mashed-Potatoes-Legend-Porter-Onion-Gravy-Topped-with-Crispy-Onions.jpg" alt="Kings Dominion Spring Bloom-Irish Banger and Spinach Buttered Mashed Potatoes, Legend Porter Onion Gravy Topped with Crispy Onions" width="600" height="800" class="size-full wp-image-7830" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-7830" class="wp-caption-text">Irish Banger and Spinach Buttered Mashed Potatoes, Legend Porter Onion Gravy Topped with Crispy Onions</figcaption></figure>
<p>Loaded “Irish Nachos” (1)(2)</p>
<p>Irish Coffee and Chocolate Trifle (2)</p>
<p>Beverages: &#8220;Legend Porter&#8221; from Legend Brewing Company and &#8220;Rad Red&#8221; from James River Wine Cellars</p>
<h2>Switzerland Food</h2>
<p>Charcuterie and Cheese Offering with Seasonal Marmalade, Fruit and Crostini</p>
<p>Swiss Mac and Cheese with Diced Bacon and Smoked Gouda</p>
<figure id="attachment_7832" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-7832" style="width: 600px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://cpfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Kings-Dominion-Spring-Bloom-Swiss-Mac-and-Cheese-with-Diced-Bacon-and-Smoked-Gouda.jpg" rel="attachment wp-att-7832"><img src="http://cpfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Kings-Dominion-Spring-Bloom-Swiss-Mac-and-Cheese-with-Diced-Bacon-and-Smoked-Gouda.jpg" alt="Kings Dominion Spring Bloom-Swiss Mac and Cheese with Diced Bacon and Smoked Gouda" width="600" height="800" class="size-full wp-image-7832" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-7832" class="wp-caption-text">Swiss Mac and Cheese with Diced Bacon and Smoked Gouda</figcaption></figure>
<p>Swiss Waffle with Fresh Glazed Strawberries, Whipped Cream and Chocolate Sauce (2)</p>
<p>Beverages: “Slingshot KOLSCH” from Center of the Universe Brewing in Ashland, VA. and “Jam Jar 2015” (sweet wine) from South Africa</p>
<h2>Germany Food</h2>
<p>Black Forest Ham and Havarti on a Pretzel Bun with Apple Butter, Whole Grain Mustard, Sliced Cucumber and Green Leaf Lettuce. Served with a Side of Purple Cabbage and Apple Slaw.</p>
<p>German Style Potato Salad served with Fresh Fried Kettle Chips (1)</p>
<p>German Apple Sticky Bun Bread Pudding with Pilsner Caramel Sauce (2)</p>
<figure id="attachment_7833" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-7833" style="width: 600px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://cpfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Kings-Dominion-Spring-Bloom-German-Apple-Sticky-Bun-Bread-Pudding-with-Pilsner-Caramel-Sauce.jpg" rel="attachment wp-att-7833"><img src="http://cpfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Kings-Dominion-Spring-Bloom-German-Apple-Sticky-Bun-Bread-Pudding-with-Pilsner-Caramel-Sauce.jpg" alt="Kings Dominion Spring Bloom-German Apple Sticky Bun Bread Pudding with Pilsner Caramel Sauce" width="600" height="800" class="size-full wp-image-7833" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-7833" class="wp-caption-text">German Apple Sticky Bun Bread Pudding with Pilsner Caramel Sauce</figcaption></figure>
<p>Beverages: “Hardywood Pils” from Hardywood Brewing in Richmond, VA. and “Guntrum Riesling” 2012 from Langenlonsheim, Germany</p>
<h2>Italy Food</h2>
<p>Spring Pesto Orzo Salad with Bocconcini (mini mozzarella balls) heirloom tomatoes and marinated artichokes. Served with Garlic Crostini</p>
<p>Prosciutto Melon Wedge (1)</p>
<p>Tiramisu Parfait (2)</p>
<figure id="attachment_7834" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-7834" style="width: 600px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://cpfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Kings-Dominion-Spring-Bloom-Tiramisu-Parfait.jpg" rel="attachment wp-att-7834"><img src="http://cpfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Kings-Dominion-Spring-Bloom-Tiramisu-Parfait.jpg" alt="Kings Dominion Spring Bloom-Tiramisu Parfait" width="600" height="800" class="size-full wp-image-7834" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-7834" class="wp-caption-text">Tiramisu Parfait</figcaption></figure>
<p>Beverages “Honeydew Hard Cider” from Bold Rock Brewery in Nellysford, VA. and “Prodigo, Sauvignon Blanc 2014” from Italy </p>
<p>While the menu items are different this year, be sure to check out our <a href="http://cpfoodblog.com/Kings%20Dominion%20Spring%20Bloom%20Guide">2015 Kings Dominion Spring Bloom guide</a> for reference.</p>
<p><em>All photos ©Paul Maloney</em></p>
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