The 31st annual Taste of Bethesda is scheduled for Saturday, October 1st and will feature Bethesda’s best restaurants, five stages of live entertainment, an activity area for kids and more. The event is held along Norfolk, St. Elmo, Cordell, Del Ray and Auburn Avenues in Bethesda’s Woodmont Triangle. Taste of Bethesda is located just three blocks from the Bethesda Metro. Admission to the Taste of Bethesda is free. Taste tickets are sold on-site in bundles of four tickets for $5. Food servings cost one to four tickets. Restaurants serve delectable dishes from 11am-4pm. Ticket sales end at 3:30pm. Participating restaurants can be seen below, and additional information can be found here.
2022 Participating Restaurants
Menu is TBD
Bethesda Curry Kitchen
Samosa, butter chicken, beer & wine
The Big Greek Cafe
Mini gyros, dolmades, spanakopita
Casa Oaxaca
Birria tacos, street corn, chicken tacos, horchata, agua fresca, tacos dorados
Chaia Tacos
Braised mushroom tacos, creamy kale and potato taco, iced hibiscus tea
Chiko
Pork and kimchi potstickers, chilled peanut noodles, beer & wine
Dog Haus Biergarten
Haus Dogs, Haus Sliders, beer & wine
Duck Duck Goose
Menu is TBD
Hawkers Asian Street Food
Chicken skewers, fried rice
Henry’s Sweet Retreat
Fresh baked cookies, fresh baked bars, ice cream, caramel apples, fudge
Kadhai Indian Restaurant
Chicken Malchi, saag paneer, rice, samosa, lassi
Levain Bakery
Cookies, pastries
Matchbox
Spicy tuna tartare tacos, arancini, sangria
Medium Rare
Steak, bread, sangria, fries, pilsner
MoMo Chicken + Grill
Wings, bulgogi w/ rice bowl, spicy pork w/ rice bowl, Bud lite, Corona, Stella
Nothing Bundt Cakes Bethesda
Signature assorted bundtinis
Oishii Ramen and Tea Bar
Shrimp shumai, pork gyoza, veggie gyoza, boa bun, takoyaki, bubble milk tea
The Original Pancake House
Nutella Crepes, lemon crepes, mini breakfast burritos
Paris in Town
Soup, sandwiches, pastries, beer & wine
The Red Bandana Bakery
Cookies, donuts, cupcakes, cheezy breads, mini quiche and challah bites
Rock Bottom
Bratwurst, beer cheese soup, potato salad, beer & wine
Seventh Stage
Charred brussel sprouts, bricked chicken with potato parsnip puree ale reduction
Silver
Menu is TBD
Smoke BBQ
Pork and chicken sliders, wings, mac n cheese, craft beer, wine
Smoothie King
Angel food, Caribbean way, strawberry kiwi
Spanish Diner
Paella, gazpacho
Tacombi
Carne asada taco, corn esquites, monopolio clara (beer), monopolio negra (beer)
World of Beer
Mac & Cheese bites, chicken sliders, German pretzel bites, Dogfish head pumpkin (beer)
ZAO Stamina Ramen
Stamina Ramen, tonkotsu Ramen, shoyu Ramen
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Get ready to experience the vibrant colors, tantalizing flavors, and infectious rhythms of the Caribbean at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival! Hosted by RHU LLC, this exciting festival is set to take place on May 18, 2024, at the picturesque 16700 Barnesville Rd in Boyds, MD.
Step into a world where the Caribbean spirit comes alive! From 12:00 PM onwards, immerse yourself in a sensory journey that celebrates the unique culture, cuisine, and music of the Caribbean. Whether you're an African American, a Reggae or Soca music enthusiast, a wine lover, or part of the vibrant Caribbean diaspora, this festival promises to delight and captivate you in every way.
Let the enticing aromas of mouthwatering Caribbean dishes tantalize your taste buds. Feast on traditional delicacies prepared by expert chefs, showcasing the rich and diverse culinary heritage of the Caribbean. Indulge in flavorful jerk chicken, succulent seafood, and delectable plantain dishes that will transport you straight to the islands.
Accompanying the culinary extravaganza is a carefully curated selection of premium wines, ensuring the perfect pairing for your palate. Sip on fine wines from renowned vineyards, each sip a reflection of the Caribbean's vibrant spirit. Discover new flavors, expand your wine knowledge, and savor unforgettable moments with every glass.
As the sun sets, get ready to groove to the infectious rhythms of Caribbean music. Feel the pulsating beats of reggae, soca, dancehall, and calypso, moving your body to the lively melodies. Live performances by talented musicians and performers will keep the energy high, ensuring a night of unforgettable entertainment.
Don't miss this opportunity to embrace the Caribbean spirit and celebrate the arrival of spring in style! Tickets are available on AllEvents, so secure your spot today. Join us at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival, where cultures collide and unforgettable memories are made.
LIVE PERFORMANCES By: CULTURE Feat. Kenyatta Hill, EXCO LEVI, IMAGE BAND, RAS LIDJ REGG'GO with Special Guest SUGAR BEAR FROM E.U. & MORE! & MORE!
MUSIC By: DJ ABLAZE, DJ SMALLY & NAJ SUPREME
2 NIGHT Camping packages available: RV/CAMPER $200 | TENTS $150 Starting on Friday May 17 @ 5pm | 30 RV SPACES | 30+ TENT SPACES
KIDS 12 & UNDER FREE!!!
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