Eat, Shop and Learn at the Cleveland Asian Festival

It seems that everyone has their own reason(s) to attend the Cleveland Asian Festival (CAF).  For some it’s the martial arts. For others, it’s the cultural performances or colorful fashions.   But let’s face it.  The food and shopping at the Cleveland Asian Festival is a highlight for all.

The Asian Food Court features many of AsiaTown’s best restaurants and provides a diverse menu of choices from favorites such as Li Wah, Siam Café, Tink Holl, Hunan Coventry and others.  Food trucks such as Ono Turo Turo and P&P Egg Rolls will be on hand. For dessert, attendees can choose from Kona Ice and others. Hungry yet?

The World Marketplace includes dozens of shopping options and important community resources.  Henna, crafts, colorful clothing, jewelry and more will satisfy the shoppers.

Community groups and resources will be on hand to share their information.  Asian Services In Action, MidTown Cleveland, Chinese Academy of Cleveland, Cleveland Dragon Boat Association, MotivAsians, The Cleveland Orchestra and dozens more will be exhibiting outside and inside Asia Plaza.

Lisa Wong, one of the founders of CAF says, “The Cleveland Asian Festival has always provided entertainment, culture and activities for everyone to enjoy.  The diverse group of vendors has been selected to make sure that everyone has a wonderful time – and a full stomach!”

The impressive array of vendors was selected to be supportive of CAF’s mission which has remained the same over the years:

• Strengthening the identity of AsiaTown and supporting its economic growth
• Educating and promoting Asian culture and traditions
• Celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and Cleveland’s Diversity
• Uniting Cleveland’s Asian Community