International Food Festival was organised at the New York Indian consulate premises on Feb. 9 by The Society of Foreign Consuls (SOFC), New York, in association with the Consulate General of India. More than 25 countries showcased their cuisine and culture during the event.
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Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer, Brooklyn Borough Deputy President Diana Reyna and members of the Diplomatic Corps and a lot many people had attended the festival.
Consul General Riva Ganguly Das welcomed the guests while President of SOFC and Consul General of Columbia, María Isabel Nieto Jaramillo gave their opening remarks.
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Cultural troupes from the various participating countries had entertained the audience. The visitors got to taste the different flavors from around the world. The occasion also paved way to aggravate the relationship between the countries.
By Premji