News Summary
This Sunday, Columbia, South Carolina, will host two exciting events: the Sweet Tea 101 event and the long-awaited Korean Festival. The Sweet Tea 101 event celebrates the iconic Southern beverage and is free for college students with valid IDs. The Korean Festival marks a return after a three-year hiatus, promising delicious food and cultural experiences. Both events are set to showcase Columbia’s vibrant community spirit, making it a perfect weekend for food lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike!
Columbia, S.C. Welcomes Sweet Tea Lovers and Cultural Enthusiasts!
Exciting times are on the horizon for the vibrant city of Columbia, South Carolina. This Sunday, the city is hosting a delightful event that’s bound to quench your thirst and your hunger! Get ready for the Sweet Tea 101 event—a celebration of everyone’s favorite Southern beverage! The sweet tea party is free for all college students who flash their valid college ID, making it an unmissable opportunity for those looking to enjoy a delicious afternoon.
Details for Sweet Tea 101
Mark your calendars for this Sunday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., happening at the James S. Gadsden Building, located at 1725 Gervais St. Don’t forget to bring your friends along to relish the traditional home-cooked meal that’s been lovingly prepared. Reservations are suggested, but feel free to drop in without one. You can snag more details by scanning a nifty QR code or swinging by the event’s website.
A Taste of Korea Returns!
If sweet tea isn’t your thing, don’t fret! Columbia also has some amazing *international flavor* coming your way—our beloved Korean Festival is back after a three-year break, thanks to the pandemic. This festival has been a cherished community tradition for the past 17 years, and organizers expect to see an enthusiastic increase in attendance this year, surpassing even the pre-pandemic numbers!
Festival Details and Attractions
The Korean Festival promises a fantastic lineup that will satisfy both your taste buds and your thirst for culture. Scheduled for Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the festival will be held at the Korean Community Presbyterian Church. And to make room for the festivities, Richland Street between Bull and Marion will be closed to traffic. So, don your best walking shoes and bring a pair of friends to enjoy a day filled with fun.
Ticket Information
To indulge in the mouth-watering food offerings, attendees will need to purchase tickets. Each food ticket costs only two dollars—consider it a steal for the tastes of Korea! Here’s a sneak peek at what to expect:
- Cup bop (Bulgogi or Pork) – 5 tickets
- Bibimbop (mixed rice bowl) – 5 tickets
- Tteokbokki (spicy stir-fried rice cakes) with a Korean Corn Dog – 5 tickets
- Hotteok (sweet pancakes) – 1 ticket
- Korean cup noodles – 2 tickets
- Korean ice bar – 1 ticket
- Korean snacks – 1 ticket
- Chicken skewer from the Columbia Korean United Methodist Church – 3/5 tickets
- Kimchi bottles (small/medium/large) – 3/4/5 tickets
- Cucumber kimchi – 3/4 tickets
- Mandu (dumpling) – 1/2 ticket(s)
- Kimchi Jeon (pancake) – 2 tickets
- Honey garlic chicken (6 pieces) – 5 tickets
- Yangnyeom chicken (6 pieces) – 5 tickets
- Hot (8 oz.) Korean coffee or Yuzu citrus tea – 2 tickets
- Cold (12 oz.) iced Korean coffee, iced Yuzu citrus tea, or Boba milk tea – 3 tickets
Community Spirit on Display
Both events showcase Columbia’s rich community spirit, inviting everyone to come out, taste new things, and enjoy wonderful company. Whether you’re sipping sweet tea or chowing down on delectable Korean fare, there’s something for everyone this weekend! So, put on your best smiling face, grab your friends, and head on over to Columbia for some wholesome fun and mouthwatering food—the kind of weekend we’ve all been waiting for!
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Additional Resources
- WACH: Free Dinner for College Students in Columbia
- Google Search: Columbia South Carolina
- WLTX: Korean Festival This Weekend
- Wikipedia: South Carolina
- Columbia Daily Herald: Nashville Tea Co. Business Story
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tea
- WLTX: New Foods at the South Carolina State Fair
- Google News: Korean Festival Columbia
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