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Food

Embassy chefs from around the world come together to celebrate culinary diplomacy, showcasing their signature dish for attendees. Past dishes have included Bajan pina colada mahi, Chilean salmon duo, Ecuadorian chocolates, Ghanian jollof rice, Haitian shrimp with plantain chips, Honduran enchiladas, Iraqi kibbeh over lamb, Jamaican jerk chicken, Moroccon lamb shoulder, Nepalese finger food, Paraguayan chipa guazu, Peruvian ceviche, Filipino grilled pork, Sri Lankan kottu and more.

Chef Djamel Amroune, Embassy of Iraq, plates kibbeh over crusted lamb chop with cilantro mechouia lamb jous
‍Chef Djamel Amroune, Embassy of Iraq, plates kibbeh over crusted lamb chop with cilantro mechouia lamb jous

Drink

Beverages are not an after thought at the Challenge. From cocktails to coffee, drinks of all kinds are available from all regions across the globe. Craft beers, wines, spirits and juices will wet your palate between the delicious bites.

Jo-Jo Valenzuela, Embassy of Philippines mixologist, serves a Rizal Cocktail (gin, lime and homemade guavamansi soda)

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Culture

Entertainers representing a diverse group of cultures will be on stage to further wow your senses throughout the evening. Expect culturally specific performances from Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America and more.

Music

The sounds from various cultures will provide the soundtrack for the Challenge. Stay tuned for more information as artists for 2020 are announced!

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