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African Restaurant Week Festival on August 24 and 25 12pm - 7pm on both days.About this Event
SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS AND CULTURE - time of the year when we all come together to celebrate.
EAT, SHOP, DANCE (FREE TO ATTEND)
Celebrate Community, Culture and Small business.
This event is brought to you in partnership with the Mayor Ras J. Baraka's Office in the City of Newark, Director of International Relations Deputy Mayor Ligia de Freitas and the Newark City Parks Foundation, Inc and is being held in the Arts & Education District.
Music stage/Live Performances, DJ Sets Spinning (Afrobeat, Amapiano, R&B, Soca and more )
F AQ (FOOD TASTINGS)
What type of food will be available? African, Soul Food and Caribbean food.
Are there vegan and vegetarian options? Yes most of the food vendors will be providing vegan/vegetarian options.
M ARKET PLACE
- Curated market with handmade items by vendors across fashion, beauty, accessories, home decor, arts, wellness and more.
SHOP TO WIN (A FREE ETHIOPIAN AIRLINE TICKET)
- You get a raffle ticket for every $20 spent with any of the vendors
- The more tickets you get the better your chances of winning.
- Tag a friend or share to be eligible to win
Winner to be announced at 6pm on Sunday at the Festival
F AQ (RICE DISH CONTEST)
When does the jollof Tasting event begin? It begins at 4pm till 5pm on Sunday. We have about 10 tasting judges. More details to follow
What countries are participating in the Jollof Rice Competition? Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Liberia, Sierra Leone.
How is the winner selected? The winner is selected by both tasting judges and attendees. The votes of the tasting judges. Each judge's vote counts for 20 and attendee votes count for one.
Join foodies, local residents, social entrepreneurs, community activists, culture enthusiasts, world travelers and come support local businesses in a festive environment.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
mulberry commons, Mulberry St,, Newark, United States
Tickets
USD 0.00
