Rolex Festival
Street Local Food
1. Background:
The Rolex Festival was initiated in 2016 as a way to promote the rolex, a unique Ugandan street food that has gained popularity both locally and internationally. 2. Date and Duration:
The festival is typically held annually, usually taking place in July or August. The festival usually lasts for one or two days, featuring various activities and events centered around the rolex. 3. Rolex Origins:
The rolex is a simple and delicious street food that originated in Uganda. It consists of a rolled chapati (flatbread) filled with scrambled eggs and sometimes accompanied by other ingredients like tomatoes, onions, cabbage, and peppers. 4. Activities:
The Rolex Festival offers a range of activities for visitors to enjoy. These include cooking competitions, rolex-making demonstrations, live music performances, dance showcases, cultural displays, and food stalls serving different variations of the rolex. 5. Cultural Exchange:
The festival provides a platform for cultural exchange, as visitors can experience not only the diverse flavors of the rolex but also witness Ugandan music, dance, and traditional attire through performances and exhibitions. 6. Culinary Challenge:
During the festival, there are cook-offs and culinary challenges where chefs and enthusiasts compete to create the most innovative and delicious variations of the rolex. This adds a competitive and entertaining element to the festival.