Celebrate the strong connections among plants, food and culture in honor of World Refugee Day! Chefs from Friends of Refugees mix up our weekend cooking demonstrations with international recipes alongside other activities that highlight Atlanta’s diverse refugee communities and foodways.

Outdoor Kitchen Cooking Demonstrations + Tastings

Watch and learn as chefs from the Friends of Refugees prepare international recipes in the Outdoor Kitchen, then try a small sample.*

*while supplies last

Live Music on the Great Lawn

Discovery Stations

Stroll the Garden and visit discovery stations from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Talk with Friends of Refugees staff and the International Rescue Committee Youth Food Justice Interns to learn about the interesting work they do. Visit the Edible Garden to learn about some ways plants are used in international cuisines. Enjoy a treat and listen to music on the Lanier Terrace.

Hosted in partnership with Friends of Refugees.