International Taste of Kent Food Court
2026 Food Trucks
We are bringing together a variety of tasty flavors and dishes from around the globe with local food trucks again for 2026. The Food Court will be at accesso ShoWare Center in the west parking lot from 11am to 4:00 pm.
PAPAREPAS Venezuelan Food Truck has a great variety of options among which you can find proteins, carbohydrates, vegetables, gluten free, vegetarian, or vegan options.
Venezuelan Food is vibrant and diverse, full of fresh, hearty produce, and some fascinating fusions. Our foods have all he passion and color of Latin America.
The Next Slice pizza co - serving homemade New York style pizza from our bespoke trailer
Great taste is the name of the game and we're committed to stepping up to the plate. Our goal is provide delicious, natural options. That's why we prepare all of our meals with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Vegetarian options available.
Filipino/Hawaiian
Auntie’s Family Kitchen was created with more than recipes in mind. It was built around our children, our culture, and the belief that food has the power to gather people and create legacy.
What started as a food truck has grown into catering, full-service events, school partnerships, and intentional community building. Every plate carries the flavors of Filipino and Hawaiian traditions — with room to grow, evolve, and serve in new ways.
2026 Food Pop-Up Booths
These are local food booths sharing their unique and tasty dishes and treats. These pop-up booths will be at accesso ShoWare Center in the west parking lot from 11am to 4:00 pm.
We make kulfies (milk popsicles/Ice cream) made from whole milk and are very popular among the Asian community and also loved by locals. We use all local ingredients and make more than 11 flavors locally in Redmond.
(Booth is on the plaza in front of ShoWare.)
Theary Cambodian Foods, our mission is to share the authentic Khmer cuisine with the world. As a Cambodian restaurant, we believe that our food is a hidden gem that is in danger of being forgotten. Through storytelling and introducing the world of Khmer traditional dishes, we aim to put Khmer foods in your heart and help preserve our rich culinary heritage.
We are a local family-owned business and operate out of Renton, WA. Our mission is to bring family and friends together through delicious creative deserts we call Puddin’Cakz; which is a mixture of pudding, cheesecake, and layered toppings. In addition to that, we offer fresh squeezed lemonade and southern style po’boys
Middle Eastern
At Project Feast, we cultivate a nurturing space for refugees and immigrants, while providing culinary training that equips them for careers or entrepreneurship in the food industry. We empower our students to share their diverse stories and cuisine, fostering intercultural exchange that enriches and unites our community.
Korean Cheese Dogs. Beautifully fried, golden battered coated mozzarella on a stick.
Indian - Appetizers, Wraps, Rice Bowls, Noodles
Every recipe begins in our kitchen with an obsession for flavor and authenticity. From the slow-cooked curries to the fusion desserts that spark curiosity, each creation reflects the passion of our chefs. It’s not about trends—it’s about keeping the soul of Indian cuisine alive, one dish at a time.
Booths in 2026
Passport Cultural Booths
Our Passport Cultural booths had an interactive activity for you to enjoy and to learn something about their culture. These booths are located inside ShoWare in the Concourse.
- 1. Snohomish - Blue Heron Canoe
- 2. USA - Greater Kent Historical Society
- 3. Africa -Mother Africa
- 4. Iraq - Iraqi Community Center of Washington
- 5. Taiwan - South Puget Sound Chinese Language School
- 6. Ireland - Rowan Fae Irish Dance Company
- 7. Japan, China, Norway - Kent Sister Cities Association
- 8. China - Little Multilingual Education Group
- 9. Lu Mien - Thungc Enterprises LLC
- 10. Punjab - Khalsa Gurmat Center
Stop at the KIF Passport Booth with a sign that has a picture of the KIF Passport and ask for a passport. Then enjoy interactive games, activities, or fun challenges at each of the cultural Passport booths. When complete, ask to have the Passport stamped and go to the next booth. When all done, go back to the KIF Passport Booth and vote for the best cultural Passport booth. We will have a free item to give you when you visit every Passport booth.
Our Passport Program is sponsored by Sound credit Union this year.
Cultural Retail and Information Booths
These booths were located outside in front of ShoWare. You can find information and service booths, cultural retail booths and other local organizations.
- 11 Kent International Mall
- 12 African Community Housing Development
- 13 Zar Collection
- 14 Rumaan Style
- 15 Lana Moda
- 16 Layla Collection
- 17 Shop With Almas
- 18 Laili Amber Perfume
- 19 Somali Bantu Rising
- 20 Hilaac Groceries
- 21 Pathways Learning Hub
- 22 Western States Carpenter's Union
- 23 City of Kent - Environmental
- 24 City of Kent Economic & Community Development
- 25 Kulphi
- 26 Molina Healthcare
- 27 African Amercan Leadership Forum
- 28 Pacific Medical Centers
- 29 Brumley Law Firm
- 30 Sound Credit Union
- 31 Kent YMCA
- 32 BECU
- 33 Chiro One Wellness Center
- 34 Seattle Somali Cultural Events
- 35 City of Kent - Diversity Board
- 36 Communities of Rooted Brilliance
- 37 Highline College
- 38 Fun to Catch Toxic to Eat
- 39 Rainier Honey Co
- 40 Puddin' N' Body Care, LLC
- 41 Afreesha
- 42 Kent School District - Nutrition Services
- 43 Kent School District Human Resources
- 44 International Foster Care
- 45 Indivisible Covington & Indivisible Kent
- 46 Puget Sound Fire Regional Fire Authority
- 47 Kent Police Department
- 48 King County Library System - Kent
- 49 Foundation For a Drug-Free World
- 50 Youth for Human Rights International
- 51 The Way to Happiness Foundation
- 52 Authors of Impact and Legacy
- 53 AK Art & Calligraphy
- 54 King County District Court
- 55 Washington State Office of Equity
- 56 WA Department of Labor and Industries (L&I)
- 57 Churches of Scientology Disaster Response
- 58 Love That Art
- 59 Refugees Northwest Foster Care
- 60 Green River College
- 61 Kent Toast 'N Boast Toastmasters Club
- 62 Essentials First
- 63 Smith Brothers
- 64 Ggjewelsblooms
- 65 Refugee Artisan Initiative
- 66 Robaroo
- 67 Two Maids Cleaning
Sponsor Booths
Sponsor Booths
These booths have helped support our festival with funding to keep Kent International festival free for the public to attend. Stop by and learn more about what these businesses offer to the greater Kent area. These booths are also outside on the plaza.
- Molina Healthcare
- Sound Credit Union
- African American Leadership Forum
- Pacific Medical Centers
- Kent YMCA
- BECU Credit Union
- Seattle Somali Cultural Events
- Brumley Law Firm
- Chiro One Wellness Center
- Kent Schools Foundation (located inside in the Arena)
See our Partners Page for links to these business and our In Kind Partners.
Art and STEM Activities 2026
Art and STEM Activities
There will be an exhibit of Kent School District Students' art work inside in the arena in ShoWare. Attendees can stop by to see all this wonderful art this year and art from Kent Educators of Color. One of our sponsors, Kent Schools Foundation, will have a booth in this area.
There will be art activities that attendees can try while visiting the art exhibit such as making a book mark. Also in this area there will be activities at the Meeker Middle School STEM Station. In addition, we will have a table sharing the second "We Are America" Book Project and the Coding Club, both from Kent Meridian High School.
