Eater World’s Fare Event Combined Global Cuisines and Soccer Fandom
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On Saturday, on the eve of the world soccer finals, Eater hosted a celebration of food and sports in New York City at Pier 36, drawing thousands of attendees. Over 30 chefs and restaurants served dishes from dozens of countries, including banh mi, burritos, and pizza from various New York and New Haven establishments. Despite rainy weather, attendees wore team jerseys and participated in activities such as a soccer goal challenge and photo opportunities. The event featured multiple themed sections, including A Taste of NYC and A Taste of Asia, with live cooking demonstrations and samples. Beverages from S. Pellegrino, Aqua Panna, Dole, Manhattan Beer Distributors, and Milagro tequila were available. The article describes the event as a festive celebration of the communal power of food and sports.
What’s reported
The event took place on Saturday, on the eve of the world soccer finals, at Pier 36 in New York City.
Thousands of attendees tasted cuisines from dozens of countries.
Over 30 chefs and restaurants served dishes, including banh mi from Bánh Anh Em, burritos from Vato, and slices from Sally’s Apizza and Frank Pepe.
Activities included a soccer goal challenge with an inflatable bottle of Lifeway Kefir and photo opportunities with a giant cup of Maruchan ramen.
Chef Shota Nakajima provided a ramen trio inspired by Japan, South Korea, and the United States.
A Taste of NYC, presented by Square, featured free bites from Gourmega.
A Taste of Asia, presented by Cathay Pacific, included a live demo with chef Calvin Eng and samples of Filipino beef adobo short rib and Thai massaman duck croquettes.
The VIP lounge, presented by Cathay Pacific, offered exclusive bites from Dominique Ansel, South Philly Barbacoa, Jose Andres’s Mercado Little Spain, and Sushi Noz.
Beverages included S. Pellegrino, Aqua Panna, Dole fruit cups and pineapple juice mocktail, Manhattan Beer Distributors beers, and Milagro tequila cocktails.
Key figures
Shota Nakajima, Seattle chef
Calvin Eng, chef of Bonnie’s in Brooklyn
Dominique Ansel, chef
South Philly Barbacoa, restaurant
Jose Andres’s Mercado Little Spain, restaurant
Sushi Noz, restaurant
Sources: eater.com
