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You can still sample food from all over the world for Tucson Meet Yourself 2020

You can still sample food from all over the world for Tucson Meet Yourself 2020

Oct 6, 20202 min read

Well. It’s 2020 and we all know what that means when it comes to large public gatherings. Not. Gonna. Happen. But, wait! There’s hope. Kind of, just a little…

While much of Tucson Meet Yourself 2020 has shifted to a hybrid online event, that’s clearly not an option for the most beloved portion of the event, Tucson Eat Yourself.

This year, over the course of three weekends in October, 16 different food vendors, representing cuisines from all over the world will set up shop at three different locations. You’ll want to make sure you check the official Tucson Eat Yourself event page for an up-to-date list of vendors, times, and locations, but below is the information we have.

Photo by Steven Meckler

Also, be advised that it’s to-go food only – there are no dining areas available. While you wait for your food, large LED screens will display special music and dance performances filmed just for 2020. Masks are required.

Tucson Eat Yourself 2020 Food Vendors & Schedule

11 a.m. – 5 p.m., October 10 & 11

Mercado San Agustin

125 South Avenida del Convento

  • Eat Masri Egyptian
  • El Taco Rustico
  • Cocina Oaxaqueña
  • Lajkonik Polish Food
  • O’odham Ladies
  • Patricia’s Cuban Kitchen
  • Safe Mission
  • Takoyaki Balls
Photo by Steven Meckler for Tucson Meet Yourself

11 a.m. – 5 p.m., October 17 & 18

Cafe Santa Rosa

2615 S 6th Ave.

  • Los Chiquilines Aguas Frescas
  • CeeDee Jamaican Kitchen
  • Mariscos Chihuahua
  • Hawaiian Shave Ice

11 a.m. – 5 p.m., October 24 & 25

St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church

1145 E Fort Lowell Rd.

  • Los Chiquilines Aguas Frescas
  • Order of Ahepa Greek Food
  • D’s Island Grill JA
  • UA Filipino-American Student Association
  • Cocina Oaxaqueña
  • Mariscos Chihuahua
  • O’odham Ladies
  • Patricia’s Cuban Kitchen
  • El Taco Rustico
  • Takoyaki Balls
  • FruitShack Smoothies
  • J’s Kettle Corn
Photo by Steven Meckler for Tucson Meet Yourself

If you’re hoping for a more all-encompassing TMY experience, there are events planned throughout the month of October, as opposed to the traditional three day event. For instance, October 30 will feature a drive-in concert (on-screen only) with Gabriel Ayala and the Yellow Bird Indian Dancers. There’s also a Folk Arts Online Marketplace and a trove of online conversations and demonstrations available online via the TMY Facebook page and Youtube channel. For the full line-up of events, visit tucsonmeetyourself.org.

Tucson Meet Yourself 2020 takes place in October and showcases the diverse range of culture Tucson has to offer. Music, dance, and food representing a range of the culture to be found in Tucson is on display for all attendees.  For more information, visit tucsonmeetyourself.org.

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