Introduction to the Coffee, Chocolate & Culture Expo
The City of Miramar is preparing for a vibrant and flavorful weekend festival, emphasizing on coffee, chocolate, and culture.
Event Organizer Cliff Conliffe shared details about the lineup, which promises to be filled with family-friendly entertainment.
Festival Lineup and Activities
“We’ll have performers, a stage outside, a marketplace of vendors, food trucks, a car show, and roller skating,” Conliffe said. The festival is rooted in an initiative that began during a visit by officials from Miramar’s sister city in Belize. “We had a lot of delegations visit us who talked about their cacao,” said event organizer Paul Njoroge. “Our director thought, ‘Wait, we need to see how we can merge these different cultures with our foreign trade zone.’ That idea transformed into this event: Coffee, Chocolate, and Culture.”
Supporting Local Businesses
Now in its second year, the three-day festival is organized by the City of Miramar’s Department of Economic Development and Housing and aims to support local businesses in navigating today’s complex economic landscape. Njoroge emphasized the value of the festival for small business owners, saying, “From import-export to leveraging AI and marketing, we go deep into how we can help small businesses grow.” The festival also serves as a platform for business owners to forge connections. Njoroge also highlighted a successful outcome from last year. “We want businesses to come out making deals,” said Njoroge. “For example, one vendor who sold popcorn ended up with her product in a hotel by the end of the day.”
Community Involvement and International Participation
In addition to the business-focused elements, the community is invited to explore a rich variety of coffee and chocolate from local and international companies along with a host of events and educational platforms for kids. “We have amazing cultures that will be highlighted at this event,” Njoroge said. Some global companies participating in the festival come from countries like Belize, El Salvador, Haiti, Cameroon and South Africa.
Event Details
The three-day event begins Friday, for more information visit: https://www.miramarfl.gov/Events/Coffee-Chocolate-Culture-Expo
Conclusion
The Coffee, Chocolate & Culture Expo is a unique event that combines business growth opportunities with community engagement and cultural exchange. By attending the festival, local businesses can gain valuable insights and connections, while the community can enjoy a fun and educational experience. With its diverse lineup of activities and international participation, the expo is an event not to be missed.
FAQs
Q: When does the Coffee, Chocolate & Culture Expo start?
A: The three-day event begins on Friday.
Q: What are the main objectives of the festival?
A: The festival aims to support local businesses and provide a platform for cultural exchange and community engagement.
Q: Which countries are participating in the festival?
A: Global companies from countries like Belize, El Salvador, Haiti, Cameroon, and South Africa are participating in the festival.
Q: Where can I find more information about the event?
A: More information can be found at https://www.miramarfl.gov/Events/Coffee-Chocolate-Culture-Expo
