The first Annual Pate Festival took over the Agricultural Grounds on St. Croix last Sunday with hundreds of attendees. Pates were in plenty, from saltfish, conch, tofu, beef, shrimp, and chicken to name a few.
Large crowds lined up for a taste at the first annual Pate Festival in St. Croix. (Photo by Source Staff)Appearance from the island donkey was a fun feature for children big and small at the festival. (Photo by Source Staff)Ms. Thomas making pates as Leah Reffell, 8, looks on at the first annual Pate festival. (Photo by Source Staff)Stanley and the Ten Sleepless Night serenade the attendees with quelbe music was later followed by entertainment by Guardians of Culture Moko Jumbies, No Problemo Band, Deri, and DJ Troopah. (Photo by Source Staff)A family-friendly event with activities for all ages, including a complimentary bouncy house. (Photo by Source Staff)Even the tiniest attendees had a blast at the first annual Pate festival, checking out the booths of local vendors. (Photo by Source Staff)
This year’s pate festival featured winners in the categories of meat, seafood, and veggie by a panel of judges who sampled 24 participating booths. Winners received more than just bragging rights, with more to come for next year.
