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By John Petkovic, The Plain Dealer | Posted May 18, 2019 at 08:05 AM | Updated May 18, 2019 at 08:49 AM
John Petkovic, The Plain Dealer
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The sun is rising on festival season. Here it comes from the East, with the 10th annual Cleveland Asian Festival.
The two-day bash — Saturday May 18 and Sunday May 19 — marks the arrival of Cleveland’s festival season.
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“The Asian Festival is a big party that brings thousands of people downtown,” says co-founder Johnny Wu. “But it’s also played a big role in making people realize that there’s something really special going on in AsiaTown.”
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The festival, which takes place on Payne Avenue between East 27th and East 30th streets, has brought 40,000-50,000 people to AsiaTown every year.
Miega, a popular Korean restaurant in AsiaTown. Photo by John Petkovic, The Plain Dealer
It has also helped re-brand the neighborhood as pan-Asian entertainment district stocked with six markets and more than two dozen eateries and bars. Places such Miega Korean BBQ Restaurant — in Asian Town Center, 1541 East 38th Street; 216-432-9200 — which combines cool décor, chic vibe, generous portions and a menu that is diverse as it is unique.
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AsiaTown includes a wide range of eateries, including Koko Bakery — 3710 Payne Avenue; 216-881-7600 — colorful bakery offers a tasty array of Asian buns, pastries and bubble teas.
