It’s AAPI Heritage month and Philadelphia is celebrating in a flavorful way with Beyond The Sea Market. Enjoy a communal-style seated dinner upon a beautiful Philly rooftop as you dine on a diverse array of Southeast Asian cuisine while getting to know the people behind the dishes.
Beyond The Sea
It’s no secret- the best dishes are made with heart and soul. This is evident every Saturday and Sunday from 10am-6pm in South Philly’s FDR park for the Southeast Asian Market. This unique vending market is a cultural hub for local refugees and immigrants from the Southeast Asian community to gather to share business opportunities and to showcase their culture. A home to the community since the 1980s, FDR’s Southeast Asian Market has grown to include a bevy of vendors including artisan crafts, clothing, and cuisine.
It is the heart and soul of such dishes that will be front and center at Beyond The Sea.
Presented by Com.Unity and Elizabeth Margaret Events, Beyond The Sea is a purposeful dinner experience featuring vendors from FDR’s Southeast Asian Market.
Specifically, this specially curated experience will celebrate AAPI Heritage month in Philadelphia by showcasing 8 vendors from the market.
What To Expect
Firstly, attendees will ascend to the new 7th floor rooftop of the gorgeous BOK building for a 7-course tasting menu seated dinner. Next, indulge in amazing food from Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Indonesia, and Vietnam.
Get to know the vendors behind the SEA Market and listen to their stories of immigration, resilience, and cultural heritage.
Then, guests will also enjoy complimentary drinks from partners like Philadelphia Distilling, Vena Spirits, Rupee Beer, Two Robbers, and San Pellegrino.
Lastly, thanks to sponsor Visit Philly, each attendee will take home a tote bag full of merch from AAPI-owned businesses such as Sabbatical Beauty, OmSom, Fly By Jing, AAJI’s, Sanzo and more!
Get Your Tickets
Beyond The Sea Market takes place Wednesday May 22nd, 2024 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. The event is open to the public and requires a ticket for admittance. Tickets are priced at $150 per person.
Additionally, a portion of the proceeds of the dinner will be donated to the Vendors Association of the Market.
To purchase tickets, visit here.
To learn more about the Southeast Asian Market in FDR park, visit here.