Multi Cultural Bite is back

Charlotte Mulder

Talk about enjoying the tastes of the world without leaving Ashburton.

That’s how one of the organisers is describing the Multi Cultural Bite on Waitangi Day.

He’s Selwyn Price, one of the trustees behind the family-friendly and volunteer-run event that will celebrate international food, music and culture at the Ashburton Domain on February 6 from 10am to 2pm.

“It’s a prime opportunity to travel the world without leaving Ashburton,” Price said.

More than 20 stalls will be on display, representing countries and cultures ranging from Southeast Asia to South America.

They will serve up to five traditional dishes, which can be pur- chased with $3 tokens sold on the day, Price said.

The food stalls would be arranged in regional groups surrounding the centralised stage, featuring a new cultural performance from Kazakhstanis. Kazakhstan shares a border with Russia.

Price is encouraging attendees to bring picnic blankets and camp chairs “to enjoy their food and performance in comfort”.

Price also said the Waitangi weekend event provided an opportunity for the wider Ashburton District to recognise the founding of our nation and to celebrate the diversity of our community. He, and fellow organisers, were just pleased it’s back up and running again.

“Organisers have been working hard to get this event back on the calendar after Covid regulations forced a last-minute cancellation,” he said.

“We are grateful to resume this day of celebration after last year’s disappointments.”