Dive into the world of European gastronomy with hands-on workshops, chef demos, interactive activities, tastings and much more, as the EU Food Festival continues in Tenshiba Park!
What to expect:
Step into another delicious week of European delights at the EU Food Festival in Tenshiba Park! From 28 July to 3 August, the festival continues to serve up premium flavours, cultural connections, and family-friendly fun right in the heart of Osaka.
From Monday to Friday, enjoy a peaceful tasting experience featuring Europe’s finest cheeses, olive oils, pastries and more. Our product tastings and pairings offer a chance to explore classic and surprising flavour combinations—perfect for curious foodies and casual visitors alike.
Then, join us for a vibrant weekend of live culinary entertainment and engaging activities. On Saturday 2 August, beloved cooking instructor Chitsuru Ohhata returns with her signature Japanese-style dishes enhanced by European ingredients, including a feta-stuffed rice ball and a comforting seasonal quiche. On Sunday 3 August, acclaimed pâtissier Seiichiro Nishizono brings a touch of elegance with his Olive and Cream Cheese Financier and refreshing Summer Pain Perdu - a sweet end to your weekend stroll.
Don’t forget to join our mascot Tane-Chan for fun games and check out the workshops and giveaways happening throughout the weekend. There’s always something new to discover!
Detailed programme
Activities and programme:
2 August
- 11:30 - 11:50 First Tane-Chan event
- 12:00 - 12:20 Olive Oils of Europe, first seminar
- 13:00 - 13:30 Cooking show: Chef Michiko Kimura prepares Sauteed Lotus Root and Fourme d'Ambert with Wasabi Soy Sauce
- 14:00 - 14:20 Second Tane-Chan event
- 14:30 - 14:50 Olive Oils of Europe, second seminar
- 15:30 - 16:00 Cooking show: Chef Michiko Kimura prepares Sausage and Cheese Salad with Miso Dressing
- 16:30 - 16:50 Olive Oils of Europe, third seminar
- 17:00 - 17:20 Olive Oils of Europe, fourth seminar
All day Product tastings
3 August
- 11:30 - 11:50 First Tane-Chan event
- 12:00 - 12:20 EU Ham, Sausages & Herbs, first seminar
- 13:00 - 13:30 Cooking show: Chef Seiichiro Nishizono prepares Olive and Cream Cheese Financier
- 14:00 - 14:20 Second Tane-Chan event
- 14:30 - 14:50 EU Ham, Sausages & Herbs, second seminar
- 15:30 - 16:00 Cooking show: Chef Seiichiro Nishizono prepares Summer Pain Perdu
- 16:30 - 16:50 EU Ham, Sausages & Herbs, third seminar
- 17:00 - 17:20 EU Ham, Sausages & Herbs, fourth seminar
All day Product tastings
Kindly note that the following events will be conducted in Japanese - visitors wishing to attend must register to gain access:
Programme 28 July-3 Aug: EU Food Festival – Week Nine at Tenshiba Park
Practical information
At Gardeners Tenshiba i:na, Tennoji Park (EU Food Festival Pop-Up)
