A Taste of Playa is a yearly culinary festival held in Playa del Carmen. Local volunteers, bars and restaurants join together to celebrate the diverse tastes and traditions of Mexican food as interpreted by chefs throughout the Riviera Maya, giving residents and visitors an opportunity to sample a wide variety of dishes. A Taste of Playa has attracted the attention of international media outlets. The event, Organized by a committee of local business owners, is generally held on an autumn afternoon in Parque Fundadores (Founders Park) in downtown Playa del Carmen. Tickets and all inclusive VIP passes are available to the general public.