N. Hollywood Thai Festival

All of my senses were stirred at the Thai festival last weekend. I hit the first booth as soon as I walked in standing in line for some sticky rice w/mango. There were booths that sold 101 different tamarind treats~my fave. There was an obscene looking/smelling/tasting fruit there called Darian. Tasted like a onion mango.


Everything was paid for in tokens. Everything had a lucky theme to it. Even the Thai Tea and coffee popsicles had a random hidden red spot on the stick for a prize. The pops were constantly being shaken in this metal tub.

The Temple was beautiful. There was a funeral taking place so I just got to peak inside. This is the alter for the person of the funeral in front of the temple.


I loved all the Buddha alters. I left a offering at everyone. If I lived nearby I'd definately come here to meditate. Last year Buddha's relics were here on tour. Slapping myself in the face for not seeing! :( (I did get to partake in St. Terese's 2000 reliquary though!)
There were two stages with all kinds of entertainment going on. A pond to float your flowers w/incense and candles with your intentions. There were tons of games and raffles. I won a incense fan, Mango juice, a Wonder Woman address book, and bird feeder. :) Can't wait to go back to their next festival in April.
*Edited to add more pics if Blogger allows >: Errrrr!