Seafood, Music and Community Spirit Highlight Redland Festival

Families from across South Dade gathered in the Redland for a weekend of food, music and community celebration during the Seafood, Music, and Art Festival, held March 21–22 at Fruit & Spice Park.

The two-day event brought together local vendors, musicians and food stands, creating a steady flow of visitors throughout the weekend.

With families exploring the park grounds, live entertainment playing and food vendors serving a wide range of dishes, the festival offered a relaxed atmosphere where residents could spend the day enjoying the outdoors and sampling local flavors.

Beyond seafood, the event also featured a beer and wine festival and a chocolate festival, giving visitors additional ways to explore different tastes while moving between vendor booths and entertainment areas.

The overall mood throughout the festival remained calm and community-focused, with residents gathering with friends and family to enjoy the event together.

One of the standout stops during the festival was Plur Tea, a tea shop located at 19367 S. Dixie Highway in Miami.

At the booth, visitors had the opportunity to try a Korean corn dog — a popular street food — served with a creative twist. The version featured a corn dog with mozzarella inside, coated in seasoned French fries and topped with a spiced chipotle sauce that added a bold flavor to the crispy exterior.

To accompany the food, the booth also served a crème brûlée boba tea. The drink delivered exactly what its name suggested, balancing sweetness with the creamy flavor profile typically associated with the classic dessert.

Equally memorable was the welcoming atmosphere created by the team running the booth. The service stood out as friendly and engaging, adding to the experience of trying something new during the festival.

Another highlight of the day came from Big Al’s Conch, which drew attention with its freshly prepared conch fritters. The fritters were crisp on the outside and flavorful inside, delivering the kind of taste that evokes traditional home cooking.

Paired with the stand’s signature fruit punch, the dish offered a simple but satisfying combination that proved popular among festivalgoers looking for classic South Florida seafood flavors.

Throughout the weekend, the festival provided more than just food. It served as a reminder of the strong community ties in the Redland area, where residents gathered to enjoy good food, music and conversation in a welcoming outdoor setting.

Events like the Seafood, Music, and Art Festival continue to highlight the region’s culture and culinary diversity while giving local businesses and vendors a chance to share their offerings with the community.