AN international food tasting festival is being held in Strabane this week.

This is the second year of the 'Multi-national Food Tasting Festival' which has been organised by Strabane Council and the Ethnic Minority Association.

It will be held n Friday, November 30, in St Patrick's Hall, Strabane, at 7.30pm.

A range of culinary delights will be presented from cultures around the world with a variety of cultural entertainment. Participants will be able to taste food from Hungary, the Philippines, Greece, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Poland and India.

Councillor Gerard Foley, Chairman of Strabane Council said "We are committed to building relationships with citizens from all cultural backgrounds across the district. This event is all about bringing people together through their common enjoyment of food and music.

"The evening will serve to promote racial harmony and good relations between local residents and those from other countries. We want to promote the benefits of racial diversity and show how it enriches our society."

Bobby Rao, Development Worker for Strabane Ethnic Community Association, added, "This is the second year of the international food festival. Last year's event went really well and we want to build on this success."

Entry is free and everyone is very welcome to come along and sample the many culinary delights on offer.

Urging local people to attend, the Chairman added, "Come along and tickle your tastebuds! Participants are certain to have a very enjoyable night with the added bonus of learning things about other cultures too! "

Contact Elaine Watson or Karen Tracey in the Community Relations Department at the Council Offices, 47 Derry Road, Strabane, or by telephoning 028 71 382204.