Munson and 92.7 The Drive/98.3 El Zorro Latino Radio announce “Food and Art Unite,” a vibrant exploration of Utica’s diverse communities through food, music and art. This multicultural celebration will take place from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 10, at the Munson Museum of Art and is sponsored by Access Federal Credit Union, The Sentinel Media Company and WKTV.
“Food and Art Unite,” suitable for all ages, highlights the rich global palette and cultural cuisine enjoyed in Utica. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample dishes from a variety of area restaurants representing different cultural backgrounds and enjoy live music and performances, creating an immersive experience that celebrates the diverse communities in Utica.
The event complements the thought-provoking exhibition “Between Worlds: Stories of Artists and Migration,” on view through May 5 at Munson Museum of Art. Through art, culture, and cuisine, visitors can reflect on the impact of migration on communities in Utica over the past century.
Participating vendors include:
- Anthony Amodio Catering (Italian)
- Ecuamex Deli-Restaurant (Ecuadorian), 1207 Bleecker St., Utica
- Five Points Public House (Irish), 623 Columbia St., Utica
- Haudenosaunee Caterer Angie Ferguson (Native American)
- Island Breeze Bar and Grill (Jamaican), 517 Mandeville St., Utica
- Joey’s @307 (Italian), 307 Mohawk St., Utica
- Karma (Asian Fusion), Whitestown Center, 34 Oriskany Blvd., Whitesboro
- Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant (Mexican), 8469 Seneca Turnpike Suite 300, New Hartford
- Marib Restaurant (Middle Eastern), 706 Varick St., Utica
- Mi Casa Restaurant (Dominican), 1315 Genesee St., Utica
- Mr. Buzz Bakery (Jamaican), 1926 Genesee St. Store 4, Utica
- Nanabi (Asian Fusion), 106 Bleecker St., Utica
- Paco’s Empanadas House (Mexican) (Utica-area Food Truck)
- Stathis Greek Restaurant and Gyro (Greek), 1900 Genesee St., Utica
- Vivid Café (Bosnian), 1155 Mohawk St., Utica
- Zeina’s Cafe (Lebanese), 607 Varick St., Utica
Performers include:
- Carlos Sxo, saxophone, 12:30 p.m.
- Utica Royalties, 1:30 p.m.
- Paw Htoo, K Pop Dancer, 2:30 p.m.
Admission to “Food and Art Unite” is $20 for Munson Members, $25 for general attendees, $10 for children 6 to 12, and free for children 5 and under. Soft drinks will be available for purchase. Tickets can be purchased in advance online at munson.art or by calling 315-797-0055.
Attendees will receive a Culinary Passport upon entry, to be stamped after sampling each restaurant’s food. Completed cards will be entered into a raffle for door prizes from both Munson and 92.7 The Drive.
For more information about “Food and Art Unite,” please contact Katherine Laube, director of marketing and communications, at 315-797-0000 ext. 2185, klaube@munson.art.
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