Rice Around the World
Full Service Catering, Drop Off Catering, Trailer, Popup Catering
Rockville, MD
Super Great For
- On-Set Catering
- Huge Events
- Corporate Catering
- Vegetarians
Fast, flavorful, globally inspired
Rice Around the World Menu
Bowls
Salvadorian steak
Grilled steak, black beans, cheese, lettuce, salsa, house crema, sour cream, pickled cabbage
Teriyaki Chicken
Grilled chicken in a teriyaki-pineapple glaze
Korean Bulgogi
Thin slices of ribeye beef sauteed in a sweet-salty bulgogi sauce with onions
Indian Butter Chicken
Grilled chicken simmered in a rich Indian butter masala sauce
Ethiopian Misir Wot (V)
Red lentil stew with a flavorful mix of spices including berbere and ginger
Peruvian Chicken Chaufa
Peruvian fried rice with grilled chicken, eggs, bacon, green onions, and soy sauce
Tex-Mex chicken
Tex-Mex flavored grilled chicken, black beans, cheese, lettuce, salsa, house crema, sour cream, pickled cabbage
Garlic-butter shrimp
Shimp sauteed with garlic, butter and our spice mix
Sides
House salsa
Traditional salsa roja made daily in house
Fajita veggies
Oven roasted multi-colored peppers and onions
Kimchi
Steamed Mixed Veggies
Broccoli, cauliflower, carrots
Mini Naans (3)
Three naan dippers
Cucumber Salad
House cucumber salad with rice vinegar, sesame oil and red pepper flakes
Sweet plantains
Housemade tortilla chips
Baked in-house and tossed with sea salt with a hint of lime-lemon flavoring
Two Pupusas (been or pork)
Guacamole
Desserts
Butter tarts
Delicious and very sweet Canadian tart made with butter, eggs, and brown sugar.
Cookies (2)
Nanaimo bar
A delicious Canadian dessert named after Nanaimo, BC, it has three layers of goodness: Graham cracker crust with roasted coconut, vanilla custard, and chocolate ganache
Drinks
Iced tea
Canned soda
Water bottle
Past Catering Events
3 event organizers have booked Rice Around the World using Roaming Hunger
Other Catering
November 2024 * Adelphi, MD
100+ attendees
Business Catering
July 2025 * Chantilly, VA
100+ attendees
Business Catering
August 2026 * Bethesda, MD
250+ attendees
What is the story behind your business' name?
A play on word with Race Around the World, where we wanted to offer folks a voyage among famous rice dishes from different cultures
About Rice Around the World
- Immigrant Owned
- Family Business
At Rice Around the World, guests can explore a range of global flavors served over jasmine rice, fresh greens, or a mix of both. From the savory Teriyaki Chicken with pickled cabbage to the spicy Korean Bulgogi with a sriracha drizzle, each bowl is a celebration of authentic taste. The Indian Butter Chicken, paired with naan and a labneh drizzle, and the vegan Ethiopian Misir Wot with its aromatic blend of spices offer something for every palate. The Peruvian Chicken Chaufa and Tex-Mex bowls round out the menu, each bringing a unique cultural flair to the table.
Ideal for corporate events, and large private gatherings, Rice Around the World is designed for both efficiency and experience. Their team specializes in high-volume service, capable of serving large groups quickly through a streamlined bowl-building process that keeps lines moving and guests happy. They offer both a vibrant food truck experience for outdoor events and full-service catering for indoors.
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