MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. – The fifth annual Taste of Space: Fall Bites! will make its return to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
From Oct. 3 to Nov. 16, guests are invited to embark on a delicious journey beyond the stars.
Taste of Space: Fall Bites! is included in visitor complex admission.
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See the full menu and locations below:
Orbit Cafe Menu
- Lentil chili with tortilla chips (VEGAN)
- Apple blossom with caramel sauce
- Spaetzle with mushrooms (VEGETARIAN)
Moon Rock Cafe Menu
- Pork schnitzel sandwich with slaw
- Potato latke dippers with cranberry ketchup (VEGETARIAN)
- Chocolate bundt cake with cranberry chutney
On Oct. 3, guests 21 and older can also purchase tickets to the Taste of Space: Marstini Shake-Off, an evening event where space-themed cocktails take center stage.
Sample exclusive “Marstinis” crafted by some of the region’s favorite local bars. Each drink is paired with immersive soundscapes and blindfolded tastings for a truly multi-sensory experience. Plus, the eye mask you wear during tastings is yours to keep as a souvenir.
This year’s Marstini Experience features top contenders like Lourdes Library, The Space Bar, Playalinda Brix Project, 28 North Gastropub, The Alibi Cocktails & Bites, and Coa Cocoa Beach. Veteran NASA astronaut Mike Foreman and two guest judges will crown the Marstini champion, while guests get to cast their vote for the People’s Choice Award.
Tickets include small appetizers and access to the tasting stations. A cash bar will offer full-size versions of the featured cocktails. Guests should be prepared to stand, as there is no formal seating.
Taste of Space: Celebrity Chef Edition
Taste of Space: Celebrity Chef Edition returns Nov. 15 for a unique celebration of 25 years aboard the International Space Station.
The evening blends culinary creativity with astronaut storytelling, offering guests a one-of-a-kind experience.
Renowned chefs Jet Tila, Amanda Freitag, and Jon Ashton will showcase their expert cooking techniques alongside veteran NASA astronauts Robert Cabana, Nicole Stott, and Michael Lopez-Alegria. Attendees will savor exclusive dishes prepared by the chefs, hear personal stories from astronauts, enjoy photo opportunities, and receive a custom pin and commemorative keepsake.
Tickets for this event are $175 per person plus tax and can be purchased online.
For the ultimate foodie experience, a limited number of tickets are available for an exclusive meal following the chef demonstration. This special dinner, held on the second floor of Gateway inside the flight terminal at Spaceport KSC, features a menu crafted by Tila, Freitag, and Ashton.
Throughout the evening, chefs and astronauts will visit each table, creating once-in-a-lifetime memories for guests. The meal concludes with dessert and time to mingle, capture photos, and connect with the culinary stars and space explorers.
Tickets for the full chef demo and sit-down dinner experience are $499 per person plus tax and are available online.
Annual Passholders enjoy a 10% discount on tickets. Admission to the Kennedy Space Center is not required to attend the Marstini Shake-off.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex remains open during the U.S. government shutdown. Guests can explore all exhibits and attractions, including the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour.
The Explore Tour and other special interest tours will continue to operate as usual, ensuring visitors have a full experience despite the shutdown.