Morikami Hosting 'A Taste of Asia'

Taiko drumming (Credit - Austen Waldron)

(Press Release) Delray Beach, FL – Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach will host an evening under the stars at “A Taste of Asia: A Culinary and Cultural Experience” on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 6:30–11:00 p.m.
 
Relish the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Asian culinary culture in a Japanese garden setting during this annual special event.
 
Guests will be given a culinary "passport" they can use to savor Asian-inspired cuisine from South Florida’s celebrated restaurants, while enjoying fine wine, sake, and Japanese beer.

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Entertainment will include a powerful Taiko drumming performance by Fushu Daiko complemented by live music throughout the evening by 8 Bit Wave. The event will also showcase a captivating live painting by Japanese ink artist Kimata Yasunori, alongside calligraphy demonstrations, curated sake tastings, and both silent and online auctions featuring fine jewelry, art pieces, luxury hotel stays, and more.
 
Participating restaurants include:
 
Nobu Miami
Sushi Yasu Tanaka
Ramen Lab Eatery
Kapow! Noodle Bar
Cornell Café
Kasumi
Ito En
Ela Curry & Cocktails
Stage Kitchen & Bar
Brewsaki
Niigata Sake Selections
Kaminari Ramen
Chubby Cat (Japanese Izakaya Ramen & Sushi)
Shojo’s Dojo
Winebow Fine Wines & Spirits
Hawkers
Ceviche DOZO
 
Proceeds from the evening benefit Morikami’s 4 E’s: Education, Exhibitions, Expansion, and Emotional well-being programs.
 
Tickets are $300 per person and can be purchased at morikami.org/taste-of-asia.
 
For more information, contact Sharyn Samuels at (561) 233-1316 or [email protected].
 
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is located at 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 495-0233 or visit morikami.org.