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The McAllen Chamber of Commerce is currently planning the 13th Annual International Food Festival “Tour Around the World”. The event will be held on Tuesday, January 21 at the McAllen Convention Center from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Come savor the fine cuisine from several Rio Grande Valley restaurants.
The Festival will offer an exciting opportunity for restaurants and caterers to showcase the many delicacies from their menus and promote their businesses.
Every year, the event hosts over thirty five restaurants serving sample portions of main course items such as Prime Rib, Shrimp, Mexican food, pasta, coffee, desserts and much more.
A panel of Radio and TV personalities will blind sample the participating restaurants entrees and will select the recipients of the Best of Show Award in the two different participating categories. The public attending the event will also have the opportunity to participate in selecting their favorite restaurant for the coveted “People’s Choice Award”.
Every year, a theme is chosen to decorate the exhibitors’ booths and create a fun environment. This year the theme will be based in a “Tour Around the World”, a true highlight of McAllen Area’s international cuisine. Visitors can expect related décor and a live music.
Students from STC Culinary School will do live demos of recipes preparation for visitors to enjoy and learn. There will be entertainment for kids to enjoy and have fun!
With spring and summer parties approaching, weddings and graduations coming, this will be a great opportunity to sample food from several restaurants and bakeries that may provide catering services.
It is sure to be an evening of international cuisine and entertainment for the entire family. Tickets are $15 and children 10 and under eat free.
To reserve your booth or for sponsorship information, contact Luis Cantu at the McAllen Chamber of Commerce (956) 682-2871.
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