As Expo 2020 Dubai approaches its final two weeks, a new street food night market has launched at Festival Garden.
Running until March 31, the foodie hub offers options for everyone, from meat-lovers to vegans and more adventurous palates.
There are 10 food stalls offering a range of cuisines, from Silk Road-inspired dishes to Hawaiian bites, alongside live entertainments, activities for children and the inflatable park.
As part of its opening week, reggae band UB40 will perform in the Sustainability Plaza from 9.30pm on Sunday, with a set list including some of their greatest hits and tunes from their new album.
Crowds flock to Expo as it enters its final weeks — in pictures:
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Visitor numbers have surged as the world's fair entered its final week, with more than 1.8 million visits in one week. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Children make a splash at Expo 2020 Dubai. -
Visitors record footage of Expo attractions as souvenirs of the event. -
Crowds gather to enjoy one of the final Fridays at Expo 2020 Dubai. With a week to go, more than 20 million visits had been recorded. -
The world's fair offers something for visitors of all ages, say organisers. -
The spectacular Saudi Arabia pavilion has been a top attraction throughout the Expo's six-month run. -
With the surge in visit numbers, organisers believe the final tally will be close to the original 25 million target. -
Visitors line up to visit the Palestine pavilion. -
Expo visitors explore the site and enjoy the atmosphere. -
The German pavilion has been one of the most popular at Expo 2020 Dubai. -
Expo 2020 Dubai is the place to be and to be seen. -
Visitors enjoy a day out at Expo 2020 Dubai. -
Young Expo visitors make racing cars at the Family Place. -
A family having fun at the Expo. -
Party time at the world's fair on Friday. Special events have been lined up before Expo 2020 Dubai ends on March 31.
On March 27, a Not Just for Vegans pop-up will also take place with a range of plant-based foods and artisanal products.
Among the food stalls is Sandwichian, from Armenian foodie and cookbook writer Aline Kamakian. There, visitors can pick up soujouk sliders, cured meats and homemade pickles, to name a few.
Elsewhere, there’s El Ta’koy, a Hawaiian street food stall from Miami and London, conceived by chef Luis Pous. Expect familiar dishes with a twist, from poke bowls to nachos and tacos.
From the Philippines Pavilion is Mangrove by Philippines, which is offering an authentic Filipino barbecue menu, then there’s Mame Sow from the Alkebulan African Dining Hall, with a menu created by pastry chef Mame Sow, who is from Senegal and New York.
Other favourites include Local Fire by The Mattar Farm, where punters will find signature sandwiches and smoky meats, as well as beloved burger joint Pickl and vegan stuffed cookie brand Floozie’s.
Visitors can also try creffles from Creffle cart, which serves up an amalgamation of waffles and crepes in all sorts of flavour combinations.
The Family Place launches
Last week, Expo 2020 Dubai opened a new indoor children’s entertainment venue called The Family Place, to keep families cool as the weather heats up.
The venue is located next to Al Forsan Park and features a family-friendly cafe and activities for youngsters.
“The Family Place has been designed with the needs of the families visiting Expo 2020 in mind," said John Bull, director of the Sustainability Pavilion. "Children will love our imaginative and playful experiences, all designed carefully to encourage creative thinking. And parents will enjoy the chance to grab a coffee and healthy snack in an environment where children are free to express themselves.”
20 concerts to see at Expo 2020 Dubai before it ends - in pictures:
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Filipino boyband SB19 are performing at Expo 2020 Dubai on March 16. The band, from left to right: Josh, Ken, Stell, Sejun and Justin. Photo: ShowBT -
Iranian singer Googoosh, real name Faegheh Atashin, will perform at the Jubilee Stage on March 17. -
Saed Abu Tayeh will perform at the Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre on March 17. -
Parokya ni Edgar will perform at the Jubilee Stage on March 18. -
European artist Havasi, full name Balazs Havasi, will be at the Jubilee Stage on March 19. -
Estonian star Noep will perform at the Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre on March 19. -
The duo Ameli Paul will be at the Auditorium in the German Pavilion on March 23. -
Isaac Hernandez Expressions will take to the Jubilee Stage on March 23. -
Hamza Hawsawi, 2015 winner of 'The X-Factor Arabia', will perform at the Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre on March 24. -
Voices of the Andalusian Gardens will be at the Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre on March 25. -
Noon & Friends will be at the Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre on March 25. -
Giovanni Sollima: 100 Cellos Live in Dubai 2022 will take place at the Jubilee Stage on March 25. -
Sounds of Africa will play on the Sun Stage on March 26. -
Apo & The Apostles will perform at the Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre on March 28.
