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Recommended foods for a high school cultural festival: from Instagrammable items to easy, casual bites.

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When it comes to running a food stall at a school festival, it’s easy to agonize over what kind of food will draw a crowd.

In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of great food ideas perfect for high school festivals! We’ve picked out not only classic festival favorites, but also options that require minimal prep and eye-catching treats that will shine on Instagram—menus that we especially want high schoolers to try.

Enjoy the school festival to the fullest, including the fun of making everything together with your friends!

Recommended foods for a high school culture festival: from photogenic items to quick and easy bites (81–90)

cotton candy

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cotton candy

Cotton candy brings back childhood memories and is also a popular photo-worthy treat.

Many people surely looked forward to having their parents buy it at festival stalls and night markets when they were kids.

It’s big and fluffy, but the moment you put it in your mouth it melts away—so even if you wonder whether you can finish something so large, it’s gone before you know it.

Winding it onto a wooden skewer takes some practice, so everyone needs to rehearse before the stall opens.

Recently, cotton candy made with colorful sugar crystals has become popular, and it’s sure to be a hit as a photogenic snack.

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milk ice

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milk ice

When it comes to frozen treats you can make without a shaved ice machine, milk ice is the go-to.

It’s a cool dessert that helps you unwind after the excitement of a school festival.

It’s super easy to make, so even those who aren’t confident in the kitchen can try it! Put sugar and milk in a bowl, heat it in the microwave, and mix.

Next, add more milk, pour it into a zip-top bag, and freeze until solid—that’s it! It takes about 10 hours, so be sure to freeze it in advance.

Finally, top it with syrup or condensed milk to finish it off as a gorgeous, Instagram-worthy treat!

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nerikiri (a type of Japanese wagashi sweets made from white bean paste and glutinous rice flour)

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nerikiri (a type of Japanese wagashi sweets made from white bean paste and glutinous rice flour)

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Do you know nerikiri? Nerikiri is a palm-sized Japanese confection made with white bean paste as its base, known for its colorful appearance.

Because of that, people who haven’t tried it may find it quite enticing.

Normally, preparing it requires cooking, but alternatives include finishing it by heating in a microwave or sourcing ready-made frozen pieces to thaw and serve.

It can be served on its own, and it also pairs nicely with tea.

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firm custard pudding

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firm custard pudding

When it comes to pudding, the fluffy, jiggly, soft type is currently the mainstream, but the firm custard pudding you’d find at retro Showa-era coffee shops has been gaining attention again in recent years! Served in a coupe cup, it has a charmingly nostalgic look.

Top it with whipped cream and a cherry for an even more authentic touch.

It’s also very photogenic, so it’s sure to create buzz on social media! And of course, be particular about the flavor—keep refining the recipe through plenty of trial and error.

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In conclusion

We introduced recommended foods for a high school cultural festival.

In addition to the classics, we focused on festive options perfect for the occasion and quick bites that are easy to eat.

Did you find something you’d like to make together with everyone? We hope this article helps you create wonderful memories.