Holiday Harbor Nights

Kick off the holiday season with us when Holiday Harbor Nights returns with Italian-inspired flavors, great wines, captivating live music and the grand illumination of Portofino's Christmas tree on the Friday after Thanksgiving. Set against the captivating backdrop of the hotel's Harbor Piazza, this open-air event brings the spirit of Italy to life in the heart of Universal Orlando Resort.

Savor unlimited culinary samplings from the hotel’s award-winning restaurants, paired with a handpicked selection of wines. Enjoy a live band and a special balcony opera performance that will transport you straight to the piazzas of Italy.

Whether you're a wine enthusiast, a foodie, or simply looking for a special night out, this is an experience you won’t want to miss.

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When Italians want to tell you it’s time to eat, they say, "tempo di mangiare." At Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, you’ll find exceptional restaurants featuring a wide range of authentic Italian fare and other classic favorites. So take time to taste all of the delicious cuisine during your Harbor Nights experience.

• SALAD STATION | Romaine hearts, iceberg wedges, local mixed greens, carrots, heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, herb-marinated artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, grilled ricotta salata, cheddar cheese, quinoa, toasted almonds, blue cheese dressing, ranch dressing, citrus dressing, balsamic vinaigrette.
• COMPOSED TORTELLINI ANTIPASTO SALAD
• TUSCANY VILLAGE SOUP | Potato, sausage and broccoli rabe, gigante beans, herb crostini.
• FRESH-MADE AGNOLOTTI PASTA | Hand-dipped ricotta cheese, toasted pine nut relish, petit arugula.
• BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS | Smoked gouda yellow corn polenta cake, forest smoked mushroom marsala sauce, fresh chives.
• SKILLET BAKED SHRIMP & GULF COAST CLAMS | Jumbo sweet shrimp, baby clams, Italian purgatory sauce, candied citrus gremolata.
• CARVED SLOW-ROASTED BEEF STEAMSHIP | Italian roasted marble potatoes, cippolini braised kale, double-creamed horseradish, salsa verde, traditional au jus.

• SPICED MASCARPONE PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
• WHITE CHOCOLATE APPLE VERRINE
• CANNOLI
• GELATO STATION
• ESPRESSO GELATO
• STRACCIATELLA GELATO
• RASPBERRY SORBET

WINES

• Albrecht Cremant Brut
• Albrecht Cremant Brut Rosé
• Ferrari-Carano Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County
• Ferrari-Carano Tré Terre Chardonnay, Russian River Valley
• Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay, Sonoma County
• Ferrari-Carano Dry Sangiovese Rosé, Sonoma County
• Ferrari-Carano Pinot Grigio Fri GRV, Italy
• Ferrari-Carano Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley
• Ferrari-Carano Siena, Sonoma County
• Bigi Orvieto Classico
• Querceto Tuscan Red
• Stemmari Moscato
• Stemmari Nero D'Avola
• Lunetta Prosecco

Peroni Nastro Azzurro beer, as well as soft drinks and bottled water, are also included with your Harbor Nights ticket. Cocktails will be available for purchase separately inside Trattoria del Porto.

UPGRADE TO A VIP TICKET TO ENJOY OUR SPECIAL SIX-COURSE WINE DINNER FEATURING THE WINES OF FOLEY FAMILY WINES & SPIRITS

In addition to the above-listed menu and wines, guests with a VIP ticket will enjoy a reception and elevated table service featuring six courses of expertly composed dishes paired with Ferrari-Carano wines from Foley Family Wines & Spirits.

BUTLER-PASSED RECEPTION

• MINIATURE POTTED PLANT (cold)| Savory tart shell, quinoa, goat cheese, micro vegetables.
• ITALIAN SAUSAGE STUFFED PEPPERS (hot) | Aged balsamic, caramelized pecan pistou.

DINNER

• SMOKED SHRIMP | Farinata cake, micro green salad, quince glace. Paired with Ferrari-Carano Reserve Chardonnay, Carneros.
• BABY TUSCAN KALE | Radicchio, roasted butternut squash, baby zucchini chips, pomegranate, Italian orange vinaigrette, spiced pistachio. Paired with Ferrari-Carano Pinot Grigio, Sonoma.
• PAN-SEARED HALIBUT | Roasted garlic spaghetti squash, lemon butter crème sauce, arugula fennel salad, Lorenzo extra virgin olive oil. Paired with Ferrari-Carano Fume Blanc (Sauvignon Blanc).
• TAGLIATELLE PASTA | Classic beef bolognese, Castelvetrano olive, Red Cow Parmesan cheese. Paired with Ferrari-Carano Merlot, Sonoma.
• GRILLED FLAT IRON STEAK | Italian herb potato au gratin dauphinoise, cippolini onions, shaved fennel. Paired with Ferrari-Carano Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma.
• SPICED MASCARPONE PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
• MILK CHOCOLATE CARAMEL APPLE VERRINE
• HAZELNUT CANNOLI

TICKETS - GENERAL

Event check-in begins at 6:30 PM. Event takes place from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM.

• INDIVIDUAL - $99*: Experience our signature food and wine event on the hotel's scenic Harbor Piazza. Savor the foods and wines as often as you like throughout the evening. Listen and dance to live music, plus enjoy a special performance by Portofino's very own opera singers and the grand illumination of Portofino's Christmas tree. Complimentary self-parking or discounted valet parking also included (not valid for overnight hotel guests). Open communal seating (not reserved) at tables are included with the purchase of this General Individual ticket.

• RESERVED TABLE FOR 10 - $999*: Includes all the benefits of a General Individual ticket plus reserved seating for up to 10 people at a private table closest to the band's performance for your entire party. If you have questions or would like more information about this ticket type, please email Margie Sanchez at margie.sanchez@loewshotels.com.

TICKETS - VIP

Event check-in begins at 6:00 PM, with welcome reception at 6:30 PM. Event takes place from 6:30 PM until 10:00 PM.

Includes all the benefits of a General Individual ticket. Plus, enjoy a welcome reception, seating at a reserved table for you and your guest(s), and elevated table service that includes composed dishes and exclusive pairings of wines not available at other Harbor Nights wine stations.

• RESERVED TABLE FOR 2 - $298*
• RESERVED TABLE FOR 4 - $596*
• RESERVED TABLE FOR 6 - $894*
• RESERVED TABLE FOR 10 - $1,490*

For more information, call 407-503-1200.

*Tax and ticketing fees apply.

Harbor Nights is a separately ticketed event for adults (ages 21+) only. Tickets are non-refundable. Dates, times, prices, entertainment, benefits, menus and location subject to change without notice. Harbor Nights will take place rain or shine. In the case of inclement weather, the event will move indoors.

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