Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine April 2017 | Page 91

EVENTS APRIL San Jose Succotz Fiesta A cultural extravaganza celebrating the patron saint of the town with traditional food, dances, folklore, river activities, and entertainment for the entire family. MAY Cashew Festival & Agricultural Show In Crooked Tree Village, a celebration of the cashew harvest is held annually. There are lots of cashew-themed foods such as cashew jams, stew cashew, cashew nuts, cashew cakes, cashew fruit pies, cashew wine and more... MAY 19 - 21 Chocolate Festival of Belize This is a three-day celebration of Belizean chocolate in the Toledo District of Southern Belize. JUNE 15 - 24 San Pedro Lobsterfest A grand event celebrating the opening of lobster season. Enjoy ten days of day and night time celebrations, block parties, live music, art shows, dancing, and lobster- themed dishes at various restuarants. © The Belize Tourism Board