"Langfang World Food Festival" Grand Opening A Global Food Celebration Brings Flavors to Life
Dual-Track Competition: Tradition Meets Innovation
Breaking away from conventional formats, this year's event introduces two exciting tracks: "Traditional Meat Pie Challenge" and "Creative Flavor Showdown". Top street food chefs from 25 countries and regions will showcase their skills alongside 35 inheritors of China's intangible cultural heritage meat pie techniques. Together, they explore endless possibilities for culinary innovation while preserving the essence of traditional craftsmanship. The event highlights the diverse charm of global food culture through a two-way fusion of 'heritage preservation' and 'creative expression'.
Immersive Experience: Food Meets Culture
The event will feature a "World Flavors Cuisine" with 70+ specialty booths, including Michelin-starred chefs and master chefs from Dubai's six-star luxury hotels. Visitors can try one-stop global foods around the world. Beyond tastings, it curates interactive experiences, including:
Meat Pie Workshops
Tasting Challenges & Lucky Draws
Online Snack Market
This multi-sensory adventure blends gastronomic delight with cultural storytelling, offering both epicurean satisfaction and cultural enrichment.
The "Langfang World Food Festival" will run until June 20 th. It combines food with Langfang's tourism spots to give visitors special memories. By using cuisine as a cultural bridge, the festival serves as a dynamic platform for global cultural exchange, inviting participants to savor world flavors and experience the rich charm of Langfang.
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Company Name: Langfang Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television, and Tourism
Contact Person: Zhang ling
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