Far East flavors: Birmingham Asian Cultures and Food Festival on Saturday
By Wade KwonFood festival season has sprung for spring, but you may be in the mood for something different. How about Asian cuisine?
The Birmingham Asian Cultures and Food Festival takes place Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until 4 p.m., with food service from 11 to 3. The Birmingham Chinese Garden-Asian Cultural Center Foundation is putting on the event.
Participating restaurants:
Chinese
- Mr. Wang’s Chinese Restaurant
- Super Oriental Market/Red Pearl Restaurant
- Top China Buffet
- U China Buffet
Indian
- Silver Coin Indian Restaurant
- Taj India
Japanese
- Shono Japanese Grill
- Sumo Japanese Steak House
Korean
- Asian Restaurant at Green Springs
- Seoul Restaurant
Vietnamese
- Pho Que Huong Vietnamese Restaurant
Entertainment includes storytelling, musical and dance performances and a fashion show, plus a silent auction.
Admission is $12 (which includes three items and a beverage), $6 for children (two items and a beverage).
The event takes place at the Cedars Club, 301 Green Springs Ave. S., just off Interstate 65 Exit 258 [map].