Taste Of Asia 2024
Canada’s largest Asian festival, drawing over 200,000 attendees annually, offers an array of attractions. Visitors can explore diverse food vendors, enjoy live performances by renowned Asian pop culture artists, and participate in community events such as basketball tournaments and hot sauce challenges. The festival spans the area from Kennedy Road and Clayton Drive to Kennedy Road and Steeles Avenue East, coinciding with the last weekend of June. Situated adjacent to Pacific Mall and Market Village, it serves as a vibrant celebration of Asian culture and community spirit.
Our annual Taste of Asia festival was held from June 28th to 30th on Kennedy Road and Steeles Avenue, marking Canada’s largest Asian celebration. Nestled in the heart of the country, this vibrant event beckons visitors with its diverse cultural offerings and lively celebrations. Originating from a vision sparked by adversity, back in 2003 during the SARS outbreak that significantly impacted small businesses, our chairman, Dr. Ken Ng, initiated a street festival to rebuild community spirit. Similarly, the COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly affected our communities, making this year’s festival, after a three-year hiatus, a symbol of resilience and renewal. It’s heartening to witness our communities thriving once again through the vibrant displays of culture and camaraderie at Taste of Asia.
A visit from the Prime Minister
On Friday, June 28th 2024, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spent his night perusing the shops of Taste of Asia, and took the opportunity to interact with many attendees. This was his first ever visit to the Taste of Asia festival, and his vibrant personality made a positive impression on everybody he greeted. On his personal Instagram account, he made a post about the delightful time he had encountering the many faces present at the festival.Â
Celebirty Chef Martin Yan
Celebrity Chef Martin Yan is a world renowned culinary mastermind known for hosting his show Yan Can Cook on PBS-TV since 1982. He has authored many cookbooks and is renowned for both his expertise in Chinese cuisine and charismatic personality.
Saturday Night Featured Performance
Mimi Lo started her music career with her breakthrough hit “挑戰者 The Challenger”. After a brief hiatus, Lo reemerged into the spotlight after appearing on an episode of The Voice. She has since gone on to create many more albums and establish herself as a major HK pop culture icon.
Harry Ng found his stride in music as a kid. He originally intended to major in Civil Engineering, but later dropped out and pursued a career as a singer-songwriter, spurred by his passion for music. He would build up a following of fans who admired his proficiency for excellent lyricism and vocal talent; thus cementing his legacy as a Canto-pop star of the modern era.
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The Taste of Asia festival, held annually from June 28th to 30th at Kennedy Road and Steeles Avenue, stands as Canada’s premier celebration of Asian culture, drawing a staggering 300,000 visitors each year. Nestled in the heart of the country, this lively event showcases a rich tapestry of Asian traditions through tantalizing food vendors, captivating performances, and a myriad of community activities.
Every year, our festival features an impressive array of over 100 food and non-food vendors offering a diverse range of items and cuisines. Visitors can indulge in delights such as Tanghulu and skewers, savor grilled oysters and stinky tofu, or enjoy refreshing Thai-style milk tea, among many other culinary delights. The marketplace buzzes with energy as vendors showcase their unique offerings, ensuring there’s something to satisfy every palate at our vibrant Taste of Asia festival.
