10 Festivals Around The World

 La Tomatina, Spain:  An annual tomato-throwing festival held in Buñol where participants engage in a massive food fight using overripe tomatoes.

Oktoberfest, Germany:  The world's largest beer festival held in Munich, featuring traditional Bavarian food such as sausages, pretzels, and schnitzel.

Cherry Blossom Festival, Japan:  Celebrates the blooming of cherry blossoms with traditional Japanese foods like sakura mochi and bento boxes under the sakura trees.

Taste of Chicago, USA:  A culinary extravaganza showcasing Chicago's diverse food scene with specialties ranging from deep-dish pizza to gourmet hot dogs.

Pizzafest, Italy:  Held in Naples, the birthplace of pizza, featuring countless variations of authentic Neapolitan pizza cooked in wood-fired ovens.

Holi, India:  A vibrant festival of colors celebrated with traditional Indian sweets and snacks like gujiya and thandai.

Songkran, Thailand:  Thai New Year celebrated with water fights and traditional street foods like pad thai, mango sticky rice, and fresh tropical fruits.

Rio Carnival, Brazil:  While primarily a cultural festival, it includes street food vendors offering Brazilian favorites like feijoada and coxinha.

Matsuri, Japan:  Traditional Japanese festivals held throughout the year with food stalls offering festival treats like takoyaki and yakitori .

Bacon Festival, USA:  Various cities host festivals dedicated to bacon, featuring creative bacon-infused dishes and products, celebrating the love for this savory treat.