Pindi Food Fest Wraps Up with Diverse Pakistani Flavours

News Desk

Rawalpindi: A three-day food festival celebrating Pakistan’s rich traditional and regional cuisines concluded on Sunday after attracting a large number of visitors from Rawalpindi and Islamabad.

The Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) organized the fourth edition of Pindi Food Fest at Ayub Park, providing a platform to showcase traditional dishes, innovative food concepts, and branding opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), startups, and women entrepreneurs, particularly from the food sector.

The festival featured a wide range of cuisines, including Peshawari Chappal Kabab, Kabuli Pulao, Savor dishes, and Gilgit-Baltistan’s Mamtu, alongside various fast-food options, drawing families and food enthusiasts from the twin cities.

Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi, Ambassador of Algeria Brahim Romani, Station Commander Rawalpindi Cantonment Brigadier Ali Anjum Syed, and representatives of various trade associations visited the festival and appreciated RCCI’s initiative.Speaking on the occasion, Federal Minister Hanif Abbasi commended RCCI for its proactive role in addressing issues faced by the business community while promoting cultural, social, and recreational activities. He congratulated RCCI President Usman Shaukat, the chamber’s leadership, and the organizing team on the successful event.

The minister said such people-friendly initiatives play an important role in projecting Pakistan’s positive image nationally and internationally, adding that the participation of foreign diplomats would help promote the country’s culture, traditions, and hospitality abroad.RCCI President Usman Shaukat said the festival aimed to promote local culinary heritage and empower women-led food businesses. He said more than 100 food stalls participated in the event, showcasing a variety of flavors and cuisines.

He added that over 15 stalls were allocated exclusively to women entrepreneurs, particularly those operating home-based food ventures, providing them with opportunities to launch, grow, and promote their businesses while building industry connections.Shaukat said the festival also served as an inspiration for aspiring women entrepreneurs, encouraging them to explore opportunities in the food sector.