The Maine Night Market
An evening of feasting, shopping and learning with Maine’s Asian food producers
Saturday, August 31, 2024 | 5 - 9 PM
Curious about Maine’s Asian food scene? Missing cultural foods from home that you haven't been able to in Maine? Just itching to try something new? Whatever the case, this special event is for you! Join us on August 31st for our first ever Night Market, featuring Asian food producers from across the state.
Stop by for an exciting tour of flavors from across the globe: sample delicious Asian treats, stock up on high quality Asian products made right here in Maine, and meet with the vibrant community of Mainers whose talents make events like this possible!
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This event is FREE to attend and tickets are not required! Stroll through our campus and learn more about the Asian food and drink products our local artisans are crafting, enjoy cooking demonstrations, immerse yourself in Maine’s diverse Asian community, and of course, feast on lots of delicious local Asian cuisine!
FREE
Admission!
Confirmed Vendors
Stay tuned for vendor, food truck and demonstration announcements! Want to join as a vendor? Please drop us a line!
EVENT LOGISTICS
PARKING & Accessibility
Onsite parking is free! Please note that parking is limited - if possible, please carpool with other members of your group to the Night Market! If the parking lot fills up, overflow parking will be available on the lawn and in the adjacent field - please keep an eye out for the staff member directing parking if you have questions!
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All spaces used for the Night Market event are ADA compliant. Paved paths exist between buildings and buildings with stairs also have ramp access.
DEMONSTRATIONS
At 5:30 PM, join Jeff Mao of Knead & Nosh in the Learning Center for a Chinese Hot Pot demonstration/mini-lesson. Jeff quite literally wrote the book on Chinese Hot Pot - what better instructor to learn from?
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Demonstrations are free of charge and seats are available on a first-come first-served basis.
Tasting Room Specials
Join us in the café for a special limited menu featuring even more of Maine's amazing Asian food producers
Small Plates
Kimchi Grilled Cheese | $12
When Pigs Fly sourdough, a blend of Pineland Farms cheeses, Kimchi Beyond Compare Vegan Kimchi
Vegetarian
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Saag Paneer | $10
Mumbai to Maine Saag simmer sauce, Abraham's Goat Farm & Creamery paneer, served with basmati rice
Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Hurricane Popcorn | $6
Fairwinds Farm popcorn, Smithereen Farm seaweed sprinkle, Kate's butter, Tamari and rice crackers
Vegetarian, Gluten Free (Vegan option by request)
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Beef & Broccoli Jiaozi $10
Little Brother beef and broccoli dumplings (x5), drizzled with Tamari and Little Brother La Jiao Jiang (chili crisp)
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Beverages
Maine Boba Tea | $7.5
Cup of Sea Bold Coast Breakfast tea, Marcoux Farm maple cream, oat milk, tapioca pearls
Zero proof, Vegan, Gluten Free
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Basmati Rice Lager | $7
Rupee Beer's flagship lager, specifically crafted to pair with Indian, spicy & world cuisines
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Handshake Negroni | $12
Handshake Amaro L'Amer Amargo, Portland Distilling Goldie's Gin, Drink ME 93 Vermouth
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In addition to the beverage specials above, we will also have beer, wine, hard cider and Green Bee soda available
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