Now in its 4th edition, NekoFest takes place this Saturday (21) at Largo da Batata, in the West Zone of São Paulo. Conceived by entrepreneur Marisol Kiyoko Guevara, creator of the Asian cuisine delivery app “Vou de Nekô.” The festival of the same name was Marisol’s way of bringing the app experience to life.
Just as with the app, whose goal isn’t limited to simply offering and selling Asian food , NekoFest also aims to promote immersion. The atmosphere goes beyond cuisine and fosters cultural exchange between São Paulo residents and Asian culture.
The festival has free admission and is pet-friendly. A great outing option to enjoy with family or friends who love Asian culture this weekend.
The cuisine of the NekoFest Festival
The public can expect a wide variety of food options. The event will feature over 100 vendors offering traditional dishes from countries such as Japan, India, Taiwan, Thailand, and China, highlighting the cultural richness of the Asian continent. It’s the perfect opportunity to sample a diverse array of dishes and satisfy your curiosity about them.
Options range from the famous handmade bao buns at Mapu Baos, Korean skewers at Jung Jib, Pad Thai at Thai e San, and the famous samosas at Samosa & Company.
Meanwhile, lovers of sweets and desserts will be able to enjoy the best of Asian pastries. Such as the delicate creations by Chef Cesar Yukio of Hanami Confeitaria, including traditional motis and choux creams. In addition to Japanese crepes from Harajuku Crepe and Taiyaki, and refreshing matcha drinks.
Art, Design, and Music: An Immersion in Asian Culture
In addition to cuisine, the festival also invites you to discover independent artists and creators through a special curated selection. Featuring references to Asian culture in illustrations, crafts, and fashion.
The cultural program also features traditional and contemporary performances. These include taiko performances , Chinese dragon and lion dances , and traditional dances from Mongolia and Thailand. In addition, there will be the traditional fan dance and a performance by the Little Dragons group.
The public will also be able to watch Indian dance performances and see the Otaku parade up close, in celebration of Asian pop culture.
