Sample Around the Globe at the World Food & Music Festival

Did you know that you can experience the best of the World Food & Music Festival presented by Veridian Credit Union without breaking the bank? Make sure that you stop by our vendors Friday, Aug. 23 – Sunday, Aug. 25 in Western Gateway Park and check out their sample items for just $2. From smoked gouda mac & cheese to currywurst, grabbing samples is the perfect way to try a great variety of foods available right here in Des Moines.

Savory

Antojito's Lupita's

Mexico
Looking for something with a bit of spice? Try Antojito’s Enchilada Verde to get a taste of great authentic Mexican cuisine.
facebook.com/antojitoslupitas 

Filipino Store

Philippines 
The bite-sized Shumai steamed dumplings are a perfect savory treat for on the go at the Festival.  
filipino-store.com

Leachmon Pit Stop BBQ

United States
You cannot go wrong with pulled pork sandwiches in the middle of the summer! Check our Leachmon’s pulled pork slider sample for a perfect bite-sized snack during your visit. 
lpitstopbbq.com

Nomadic Fusion

Cambodia
Have you ever had a Cambodian beef stick? You’re in luck! Check out Nomadic Fusion for the savory treat on the way to your next stop at the Festival. 
nomadicfusioniowa.com

Tarboosh

Lebanon  
Tarboosh is bringing the beloved Lebanese cuisine seen at the Downtown Farmers’ Market to the Festival! Check out their Falafel and Tahini sample item and you might find a new favorite snack.  
facebook.com/tarboosh.dsm

Sweet

Bubble Tea Kups 

Laos
Find a perfect, purple sweet treat by grabbing an Ube Horchata boba tea sample from Bubble Tea Kups at the Festival.
facebook.com/bubbleteakups

Cie Cie’s Sweet Treats

United States
Have you ever had a Kool Aid Pickle? You’re in luck, Cie Cie’s will be offering this interesting treat at the Festival for those who are a fan of sweet and sour.  
facebook.com/cieciessweettreats

Crème de la Crêpe

France 
Have a little breakfast at any point in the day by stopping at Crème de la Crêpe! Try out their taste item the Buttered Mini Crêpe with Cinnamon and Sugar for a sugary sweet treat.  

Good Day DSM

France 
Finish your Festival meal by grabbing a yummy brownie batter or lemon macaron sample from this sweet treat vendor. 
gooddaydsm.com

Lucky Birdee Asian Waffles

Laos
This Spark DSM vendor will be providing sweet fluffy Asian waffle samples throughout the weekend that you aren’t going to want to miss!  

Find the full list of Festival samples by visiting the World Food & Music Festival website. The Festival’s hours are 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday. There are still spots to sign up to volunteer. Volunteers will assist with set-up or cleanup, support artists and entertainers at the Cultural Stage or help sell Festival merchandise.  

Western Gateway in Downtown Des Moines (DSM) is home to the World Food & Music Festival, where diverse cuisine, live music, cooking demonstrations and other performances offer a place to experience culture every August. 

Downtown Des Moines (DSM) is a growing, vibrant community that offers the energy, sophistication, housing and attractions of a burgeoning city with a brilliant future. It’s also easy to visit with plentiful and affordable street and ramp parking options.