As part of the event series for the 2025  Beijing CBD Forum, the International Silk Road Food Festival in CBD is  making a grand debut! Over 80 gastronomical choices, traditional costume  experiences, and folk-art performances await you at the South Plaza of  the Fortune Financial Center in the Beijing CBD — your gateway to a  "culinary trip along the Silk Road".

Time

October 17: 17:00–20:30

October 18–19: 11:00–20:30

Venue: South Plaza, Fortune Financial Center, Beijing (near Exit A, Jintai Xizhao Station, Subway Line 10)

This  year's festival features authentic flavors presented by the embassies  of Morocco, Guinea, and Côte d'Ivoire in China, alongside Silk Road  specialties of China, international restaurant favorites, and other  offerings from the whole world — every bite promises a taste of its  homeland, taking you on a global journey of flavors.

But wait, there will be more than just food!

National Pavilions: Explore the pavilions of Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and Ghana to discover exotic goods from around the world.

Cultural Costume Experiences: Try on traditional attire from different countries and capture stunning photos for your social feed.

Carnival Stage: Starting  at 17:00 daily, enjoy scintillating performances — Egyptian Tanoura  dance, Bengali music, African drumming, Latin dancing, and finally, a  Cuban DJ will elevate your night.

Stamp Collection Challenge: Collect stamps at designated locations and redeem an exquisite souvenir. The souvenirs are in limited quantities!

Whether  you are looking for mint tea or spicy curry, the rhythms of the Sahara  or the dance steps of the Mediterranean region, this weekend you  can immerse yourself in a culinary and cultural celebration in the heart  of the Beijing CBD!

(Source: Official WeChat account of the Beijing CBD)