While he delights Food Network fans with his confectionery creations, Duff Goldman brings his out of this world food recipes to the Space Coast. These new additions to the Kennedy Space Center menu bring together celestial inspiration and approachable flavors.
A short drive from Orlando’s theme park capital, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, located in Merritt Island, Florida, is where dreams become reality. Just a few years ago no one would have guessed that rockets would blast off on an almost daily basis. Although commercial space flight might not necessarily be open to that personal ticket yet, the engineers, scientists, and personnel who bring the cosmos to Earth inspire people to travel beyond the Earth’s atmosphere.
Duff Goldman is one of those space enthusiasts. A long time supporter of the Kennedy Space Center’s events, the celebrated chef is bringing his food vision to the guest experience. After strolling the rocket garden, guests can sit down, eat, and discuss the future of space travel.
Speaking about his new menu, Duff Goldman said, “Putting together this menu for Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex was a blast. Space and food are two things I’m super passionate about, so I wanted to make dishes that are fun, bold, and totally stellar. I hope visitors enjoy these cosmic-inspired bites as much as I enjoyed creating them!”
What food did Duff Goldman create for the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex menu?
Available now, Goldman’s menu includes both sweet and savory items. The options include: Duff’s Mission Mac Burger, Duff’s Cosmos Cupcake, Duff’s BLT Blast-Off, and Duff’s Space Cake.
Many people think of Goldman as a pastry chef, but he is a great savory chef, too. His burger and sandwich shows how he is able to build flavors in traditional favorite foods.
For example, Duff’s Mission Mac Burger brings together two popular meals, cheeseburger and mac and cheese. The addition of smoked bacon adds depth to the rich dish. Both young and old will line-up for the first bite. It is available at Orbit Café.
Duff’s BLT Blast-Off is a fun take on the familiar sandwich. By using a pretzel bun, instead of traditional bread, and a spicy mayo, the menu item takes flavors to new heights. It is available at Moon Rock Café.
Since no one can resist a Goldman dessert, the cake and cupcakes on the menu are a must order. Duff’s Cosmos Cupcake is a cookies and cream cupcake. With space-themed sprinkles, the younger guests will be thrilled with this dessert. It is available at Orbit Café.
Lastly, Duff’s Space Cake is all about the candy-coated chocolate “rocks.” While the vanilla cake is simple, the colorful, fun décor brings that moon-like vibe that is perfect for the location. It is available at Moon Rock Café.
All of these Duff Goldman menu items are available now, while supplies last. Admission to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is required. Check with the website for operating hours, ticket prices, and more.