An annual international food festival served up the best culturally diverse dishes the Bronx has to offer. Senator Jeff Klein and Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj hosted the ninth annual Allerton Avenue International Food Festival on Saturday, July 16 at Allerton and Barnes avenues. The celebration featured a food tasting competition; live musical performances by Jumpin’ Dragons and Gene DiNapoli and several family-friendly activities such as face painting, bounce houses and hayrides. (Above left) Guests satisfied their tast buds with several delectable treats such as Antojitos tacos del pastor. (Above right) Senator Klein and Assemblyman Gjonaj had fun hosting the annual international food show.Photo by Miriam Quin
Antojitos tacos del pastor won an award for ‘Best Presentation’ at this year’s fair.
Photo by Miriam Quin
Senator Klein and Assemblyman Gjonaj had fun hosting the annual international food show.
Photo by Miriam Quin
(l-r) Allerton Tenants and Homeowners Associations Frank Vignali and Joseph Menta celebrated with John Marano, Community Board 10 first vice chairman.
Photo by Miriam Quin
Guests satisfied their tast buds with several delectable treats such as Antojitos tacos del pastor.
Photo by Miriam Quin
