Reviewed by: Patience Itson
Head to the most delicious Middle Eastern Food Festival in town—Sept. 12-14 in Glen Iris
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The beloved Saint George Middle Eastern Food Festival celebrates its 42nd anniversary, September 12-14, in Birmingham.
This annual event highlights the deep-rooted heritage of Middle Eastern communities through an array of authentic dishes, traditional music and dance performances.
Read on for all the details.
Know before you go
- What: Saint George Middle Eastern Food Festival
- When: Thursday, September 12-Saturday, September 14 | 10:30AM-9PM
- Where: Saint George Greek-Catholic Melkite Church, 425 16th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
- Cost: Free admission
- Details
A peek at the menu
Experience Middle Eastern culture + cuisine in Birmingham. (Saint George Greek-Catholic Melkite Church)
Now let’s talk about what you really came here for… the food!
Each year, members of Saint George join together for a labor of love: cooking delicious meals from various Middle Eastern cuisines.
Check out some of the delicacies on the menu:
- Baked Chicken with lemon + spices
- Falafel
- Hummus
- Kibbee (seasoned ground steak)
- Meat Pie + Spinach Pie
- Mamoul (Lebanese cookies)
- Rolled Grape Leaves
What to expect at this year’s festival
Beyond the food, the festival also serves as a gathering point for sharing customs and the warmth of Middle Eastern hospitality.
Here’s a sneak peek of what this exciting event has in store for all ages:
- Guided tours of the Saint George Greek-Catholic Melkite Church (Thursday-Sunday, 10:30AM-8PM)
- Live music from the Amin Sultan Band
- Performances from local dancers
- Vendors offering handmade + imported goods, religious articles + books
- Hookah lounge (Friday + Saturday 6-10PM)
Mark your calendar for September 12-14
Ready to experience a taste of Birmingham’s thriving Middle Eastern community?
Even if you can’t make it for the festival, the church is offering a variety of food pick-up and delivery options:
- Pick-up:
- Inside pick-up available 10:30AM-9PM daily | place orders online
- Drive-thru service will be available 11AM-7PM daily
- Delivery:
- Pre-ordered delivery is available for lunch orders totaling over $100 Thursday-Friday 10:30AM-1PM
- Call (205) 492-9621 or email foodorders@saintgeorgeonline.org to place orders
Stay up to date on what’s happening at the 42nd Annual Saint George Middle Eastern Food Festival, September 12-14 on Facebook.
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