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An Overview of the World Gourmet Festival 2025

On June 7th and 8th, 2025, Sumida Park in Tokyo will transform into a vibrant hub of global cuisine and cultural exchange. The event, presented by BS Nippon, celebrates its 25th anniversary in partnership with the popular YouTube series "Amazing Embassy Cooking." This exciting event features a lineup of food trucks, embassy-sponsored restaurants, and a variety of performances, making it a unique opportunity to experience flavors from around the world.

Event Details

The World Gourmet Festival takes place at Sumida Park's Soyokaze Hiroba from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on both days. As guests explore diverse culinary offerings, they can enjoy live performances including choirs from ambassadors and their spouses, traditional dances from Indonesia, and lively Colombian dance teams. Additionally, the first 200 attendees each day who register for the BS4 Kitchen YouTube channel will receive a special gift from Matsubara Foods—a must-try ambassador-approved retort dish!

Participating Countries and Cuisine Highlights

The festival showcases cuisine from an impressive range of countries including:

• - America
• - Mexico
• - Jamaica
• - Turkey
• - Czech Republic
• - Peru
• - Germany
• - Hungary
• - Ghana
• - Brazil
• - Vietnam
• - Sri Lanka
• - Myanmar

Visitors can expect a whirlwind of flavors, from Jamaican jerk chicken to authentic Mexican tacos, savoring culinary delights made by professional chefs from various embassies.

Featured Food Vendors:

• - TARO’S KITCHEN (Jamaica): Chef Taro Kimura will serve dishes like jerk chicken and rice & peas, providing an authentic taste of Jamaican cuisine.
• - Cielito Lindo (Mexico): Experience true Mexican dishes from Chef Victor Vasquez, including traditional tacos made with fresh tortillas.
• - African Home Touch (Ghana): Savor Ghanaian staples like spicy chicken soup and Jollof rice, paired perfectly with African beer.
• - California Olive Association (USA): A collaborative stand that presents special menus featuring American ingredients, perfect for pairing with drinks.
• - Aldo (Peru): Known for the famous "Pan con Chicharrón," this Peruvian eatery offers delicious pork sandwiches.

Among others, participate in workshops where spices can be used to create authentic curry dishes, or enjoy delightful iced drinks and refreshments throughout the festival.

Stage Programs

Both days of the festival feature an exciting program filled with live performances:

• - June 7: Includes choir performances by ambassadors, traditional Bolivian dances, and Indonesian ballet.
• - June 8: Enjoy ethnic Serbian dances and reggae music from kids’ dancers, providing various entertainment throughout.

Shopping and Cultural Experience

In addition to the food, the festival will highlight various cultural exhibitions and shopping opportunities, such as:

• - Mikeš Bakery (Czech Republic): Offering traditional baked goods like sausages in long rolls.
• - Laluce-earth (Colombia): Unique handmade items, showcasing traditional craftsmanship from South America.
• - HOKUTO (Hungary): Sample exquisite wines from Hungary’s Tokaj region.

Entry Information

The event is free to enter, making it accessible for everyone. Visitors are encouraged to come with their friends and family to relish the myriad of global tastes and cultural expressions. However, please refrain from bringing food and drinks, as consumption will be available within the festival grounds.

Conclusion

The World Gourmet Festival promises to be an event that brings together people from all walks of life to appreciate and celebrate global culinary and cultural diversity. Don't miss the opportunity to taste the world and engage with various cultures! Visit BS4 Kitchen for more details about this exciting festival.