Food Market

THE LIVING TRADITIONS FOOD MARKET IS A MULTICULTURAL DINING ADVENTURE, OFFERING THE TRADITIONAL FOODS OF TWENTY ONE ETHNIC COMMUNITIES.

Prepared and sold by nonprofit groups and churches to benefit their year-round cultural programs like classes, workshops, performances and festivals.

For many, the Food Market is the point of entry to enjoy the Living Traditions Festival, with a huge selection of savory and sweet choices, from Indian tacos to egg rolls, from falafel sandwiches to curries, and from Swiss tortes to tiramisu. For the volunteer cooks, as well as family and community members who assist, the Food Market provides the opportunity to gather and share their most delectable food traditions with everyone who attends the festival.
 

FOOD BOOTH HOURS – MENUS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

  • Friday, 5–10pm
  • Saturday, noon–10pm
  • Sunday, noon–7pm

For food booth locations, please see the festival map


Food Vendors

BOOTH 1 COLOMBIAN

ASOCIACION DE COLOMBIANOS EN EL EXTERIOR-SEDE UTAH

Papas Choreddas • Arepa Colombiana • Chuzoa • Chorizos • Patacones • Arena Colombiana • Empanas Colombianas • Carne Asada

Colombian cuisine includes the cooking traditions and practices of Colombia and its Caribbean shoreline, Pacific coast, mountains, jungle, and ranch lands. Colombian cuisine varies regionally and is influenced by indigenous, Spanish, African, Arab and some Asian influences.

BOOTH 2 SUDANESE

DINKA COMMUNITY OF SALT LAKE

Chicken Sheia • Spinach & Couscous • Sudanese Kabob • Mango Juice

In Sudan, regional cultural differences affect the cuisine with influences from the indigenous peoples and the food traditions of traders and settlers. Stews, breads, porridge and vegetables are staples for the Sudanese.

BOOTH 3 SALVADORAN

FRATERNIDAD SALVADORENA

Pupusa • Tamales • Quesadilla • Frijoles • Platanos • Lemonade

The indigenous people of this Central American nation have a strong influence on the foods, with the pupusa serving as a notable Salvadoran dish. Other traditional foods include marinated turkey, yuca frita, and the use of the distinctive pipil spices (annatto, clove, allspice, pepper).

BOOTH 4 LAOTIAN

WAT LAO

Egg Rolls • Pad Thai • Chicken Satay • Fried Won Ton

Located in Southeast Asia, Laos has drawn from many cultures over the centuries, with a distinctive cuisine incorporating such ingredients as lemongrass, and other native herbs, greens and spices.

BOOTH 5 AMERICAN INDIAN

URBAN INDIAN CENTER OF SALT LAKE

Indian Tacos

American Indian foods are generally simply prepared and based on what's available from the land. The iconic fry bread is a food prepared by many tribes and presented in varying combinations with beans, cheese and tomatoes and other ingredients, often called an "Indian" or "Navajo" taco.

BOOTH 6 SOUL FOOD

AFRICAN AMERICAN FAITH INITIATIVE

Deep Fried Catfish • Ribs • Hot Links • Mustard Greens • Dirty Rice • Cornbread • Sweet Tea

The term "soul food" is used to refer to a type of cuisine that is associated with African-American culture in the southern United States. The origins of soul food, however, are much older and represent well established style of cooking by Africans in Africa, several thousand years before.

BOOTH 7 VIETNAMESE

VIETNAMESE VOLUNTEER YOUTH ASSOCIATION

Fresh Spring Rolls • Fried Spring Rolls • Fried Noodles • Chicken on a Stick • Ham Fried Rice • Vermicelli with Grilled Chicken • Lemonade

Vietnam has a great Southeast Asian culinary tradition, incorporating such elements as soy, rice, herbs, fresh fruits and vegetables, and a well-developed vegetarian menu for its many Buddhist residents.

BOOTH 8 TAHITIAN

ISLAND TRADITIONS OF POLYNESIA

Pua'a Cascroutte • Tuna Pa'a • To'e Pinapo • Guava, Mango & Coconut Juice

Tahiti, in the South Pacific, is rich with tropical fruits, vegetables and seafood. Chicken and pork are staples in the Tahitian diet, as is taro root. Tahitian feasts include a lavish presentation of traditionally prepared foods, accompanied by music and dance.

BOOTH 9 THAI

WAT DHAMMAGUNARAM BUDDHIST TEMPLE

Red Curry • Fried Rice • Pad Thai • Spring Roll • Chicken Satay • Thai Roti • Thai Iced Tea

Thailand's traditional foods reflect this Southeast Asian nation's reliance on rice, tropical fruits and local vegetables, often prepared in soups, curries and stir-fry dishes.

BOOTH 10 LEBANESE

SALT LAKE LEBANESE COMMUNITY/ST. JUDE'S MARONITE CATHOLIC CHURCH

Hummus Sandwich • Falafel Sandwich • Kibi Sandwich • Baba Ganoush Sandwich • Spinach Fatiah • Meat Fatiah • Baklawa

The Lebanese palate has a Middle Eastern base with Mediterranean influences. Fresh vegetables, ground meat and sweets are typical of the choices on the Lebanese menu. Olive oil and lemon juice add to the traditional flavors and the Lebanese version of baklava is a favored dessert.

BOOTH 11 BASQUE

BASQUE CLUB OF UTAH

Basque Chorizo • Basque Churros • Basque Ham Croquetas • Iced Tea • Lemonade

An independent culture from its neighbors of France and Spain, the Basque cuisine is distinctive in its reliance on such ingredients as beans, cod, paprika and sheep's milk cheese. The Basque sausage and lightly fried doughnut-like churros are emblems of the Basque community.

BOOTH 12 ITALIAN

ITALIAN AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE

Meatball Sandwich • Sausage Sandwich • Italian Cookies • Italian Sodas • Iced Coffee

Italian cuisine is enjoyed the world over, with regional specialties and the foundational ingredients of pasta, sauces, olive oil, tomatoes, herbs, spices and cheeses. An Italian meal promises a bounty of flavors, served in a series of courses, often accompanied by wine and mineral waters.

BOOTH 13 BOSNIAN

AMERICAN BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINIAN ASSOCIATION

Cevapcici • Pljeskavica • Chicken Kebab • Baklava • Hurmasica • Palacink

The Bosnian cuisine is influenced from both the east and the west, based on light spices, fresh vegetables, sausages and kebabs. Stews and soups, incorporating lamb or beef, are often served at Bosnian meals.

BOOTH 14 TIBETAN

UTAH TIBETAN ASSOCIATION

Momos • Hot Spicy Potatoes • Vegetarian Fried Rice • Vegetarian Chow Mein • Spring Roll

This high mountain nation bases its foods on what is available. In the mountainous areas, vegetables are rare and barley, meat and dairy products are more prevalent. Yak butter, many types of tea, yogurt and yak milk are typical components in Tibetan meals.

BOOTH 15 SWISS

SWISS CHORUS EDELWEISS

Bratwurst Sandwich • Cucumber and Tomato Salad • Apple Beer • Tortes

Switzerland has rich food traditions, known particularly for the use of potatoes, cheeses, sausages and other meats. Swiss bakeries are filled with such treats as cakes, tortes, and cookies, and the reputation of Swiss chocolate is universal.

BOOTH 16 CHINESE

CHINESE PERFORMING ARTS

Sweet and Sour Chicken •Vegetable Chow Mein • Egg Rolls • Fried Rice • Dessert Won Tons • Iced Lemon Tea

The vast nation of China has myriad regional delicacies, with its cuisine noted for beautifully prepared rice, vegetable, meat and poultry dishes. Sauces and spices are numerous and contribute to a significant diversity in flavor, texture and presentation.

BOOTH 17 HAWAIIAN

HUI HAWAI'L O UTAH HAWAIIAN CIVIC CLUB

Hawaiian Shaved Ice • Teriyaki Beef Sticks • Lau Lau

The islands of Hawaii in the South Pacific prepare foods from the rich environment of vegetables, fruits and seafood. Roast pork is the centerpiece of a traditional Hawaiian luau, and noodles or rice are the foundation for many dishes. The cuisine represents a fusion of native and immigrant influences.

BOOTH 18 TONGAN

TONGAN SINGERS OF UTAH

Moa Tunu • Puaka Tuna • Macaroni Salad • Polynesian-style Rice • Fresh Vegetables • Fresh Mangoes • Tropical Trifle • Puteni • Pani Popo • Otai

The Tongan menu, based on the bounteous nature of this South Pacific nation, includes carefully prepared rice and vegetable dishes and a wide range of seafood and grilled meats.

BOOTH 19 PAKISTANI

PAKISTANI AMERICAN ASSOCIATION

Samosas • Chicken Shish Kabobs • Chicken Potato Curry • Vegetable Curry • Jasmine Rice • Lemonade • Baklava

The South Asian nation of Pakistan reflects regional differences in its food, with such staples as chapati, lassi, ghee, yogurt, pickles and chutneys, herbs, spices and nuts.

BOOTH 20 NEPALESE

NEPALESE ASSOCIATION OF UTAH

Chicken Momo • Sel Roti • Chicken Curry • Chana Masala • Mango Lassi

The local food of Nepal consists of many things. The main dish is of rice (Bhat), lentils (Daal) and vegetables or meat. Hot, salty, sour pickle is a part of dish for taste. Sometimes it is wheat flour bread (roti or chapati) along with rice or in substitute of rice. Nepalese use mild to strong spices and red chili in vegetables and meat.

BOOTH 21 MEXICAN

CENTRO DE LA FAMILIA DE UTAH

Pork Tamales • Chicken Tamales • Rajas & Cheese Tamales • Carne Asada, Chicken, & Vegetarian Tacos • Rice and Beans • Mexican Wedding Cookies • Empanadas • Horchata, • Aguas Frescas

The distinctive herbs and spices of a Mexican meal vary by region and include such staples as tortillas, cheese, meats and fresh vegetables. The contemporary traditional menu is a complex blend of native ancient Mayan and Aztec cultures plus the Spanish influence which arrived later in their history.