Asian Market Shopping List

An Asian market needs more than ingredients and food stalls. You’ll need serving ware for different dishes, reliable power for cooking and drinks, and enough tables, chairs and shelter for vendors and visitors. Use this list to shop and pack by area: stalls, food preparation, serving, drinks and signage. Check quantities against your expected attendance and the number of exhibitors, then buy fresh produce as close to opening time as possible.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Party tentsqty 6
Market stallsqty 12
Foldable tablesqty 18
Beer tablesqty 8
Folding chairsqty 60
High tablesqty 8
Tableclothsqty 20
Transport cartsqty 3
Cash desk tablesqty 4
Storage cabinetsqty 4

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 120
Reusable bowlsqty 80
Reusable cupsqty 180
Coffee cupsqty 60
Chopsticksqty 150
Forksqty 120
Spoonsqty 120
Serving plattersqty 20
Serving tongsqty 12

Equipment

Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 3
Food warmersqty 6
Induction hobsqty 4
Coolersqty 6
Extension cordsqty 8
Power stripsqty 8
Cable matsqty 10
Thermos flasksqty 6
Handheld microphonesqty 2
Megaphonesqty 2
Payment terminalsqty 4
Power banksqty 8
Flashlightsqty 6

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 8
Paring knivesqty 8
Mixing bowlsqty 8
Measuring cupsqty 4
Storage binsqty 20
Kitchen tongsqty 8
Food thermometersqty 4
Ice packsqty 24
Cratesqty 20

Decorations

Asian flagsqty 8
Paper lanternsqty 30
Bamboo matsqty 12
Decorative fansqty 20
Table décorqty 20
Chalkboardsqty 12
Red entrance carpetsqty 2
Bamboo placematsqty 30
Artificial flowersqty 20
Decorative parasolsqty 6
Wristbandsqty 350
Name badgesqty 40
Pensqty 30

Lighting

String lightsqty 10
LED lampsqty 12
Battery lanternsqty 8
Spare batteriesqty 24

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 12
Washing-up bowlsqty 4
Cleaning clothsqty 20
Hand broomsqty 4
Floor squeegeesqty 2
Hand soap dispensersqty 6
Sanitizer pumpsqty 8
Waste sorting stickersqty 24
Toilet brushesqty 4
Mugsqty 4
Paper towelsqty 12
Toilet matsqty 4

Catering

Groceries
- Basmati rice - 10 kilogram
- Jasmine rice - 10 kilograms
- Rice noodles - 6 kilogram
- Egg noodles - 5 kilograms
- Udon noodles - 4 kilograms
- Sushi rice - 5 kilograms
- Wheat flour - 5 kilogram
- Cornstarch - 2 kilograms
- Panko - 3 kilogram
- Rice paper - 10 packs
- Coconut milk - 24 cans
- Soy sauce - 8 bottles
- Ketjap manis - 6 bottles
- Oyster sauce - 4 bottles
- Fish sauce - 4 bottles
- Sesame oil - 4 bottles
- Rice vinegar - 4 bottles
- Chili sauce - 8 bottles
- Sriracha - 6 bottles
- Hoisin sauce - 4 bottles
- Teriyaki sauce - 4 bottles
- Peanut sauce - 6 jars
- Mayonnaise - 4 jars
- Ketchup - 4 bottles
- Salt - 2 kilograms
- Granulated sugar - 3 kilograms
- Black pepper - 500 grams
- Chinese five-spice powder - 250 grams
- Curry powder - 500 grams
- Cumin powder - 250 grams
- Turmeric - 250 gram
- Ginger - 2 kilogram
- Garlic - 2 kilograms
- Red chilies - 1 kilogram
- Limes - 8 kilograms
- Lemons - 5 kilograms
- Spring onions - 4 kilograms
- Coriander - 2 kilogram
- Thai basil - 1 kilogram
- Mint - 1 kilogram
- Chinese cabbage - 8 kilograms
- Bok choy - 8 kilogram
- Carrots - 10 kilograms
- Bell peppers - 8 kilogram
- Cucumbers - 8 kilograms
- Bean sprouts - 5 kilogram
- Mushrooms - 6 kilogram
- Red onions - 5 kilogram
- Eggplants - 5 kilograms
- Tofu - 6 kilograms
- Chicken breast - 12 kilograms
- Shrimp - 8 kilogram
- Beef strips - 8 kilogram
- Eggs - 15 boxes
- Peanuts - 4 kilogram
- Cashews - 3 kilograms
- Sesame seeds - 1 kilogram
- Prawn crackers - 8 kilograms
- Edamame - 6 kilograms
- Mangoes - 8 kilograms
- Pineapple - 8 pieces
- Lychees - 6 cans
- Shredded coconut - 2 kilogram
- Sesame rolls - 120 pieces
- Coffee - 6 packs
- Black tea - 4 boxes
- Jasmine tea - 4 boxes
- Green tea - 4 boxes
- Milk - 20 liters
- Oat milk - 12 liters
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Ginger beer - 12 bottles
- Jasmine lemonade - 12 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 60 bottles
- Spa Rood - 36 bottles
- Ice cubes - 30 kilograms
- Coffee filters - 2 boxes
- Paper napkins - 20 packs
- Baking paper - 6 rolls
- Aluminum foil - 6 rolls
- Cling film - 6 rolls
- Disposable gloves - 8 boxes
- Garbage bags - 12 rolls
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Dish soap - 6 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 6 bottles
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
Reusable strawsqty 100
Drink dispensersqty 4
Water jugsqty 8
Menu boardsqty 12
Allergen cardsqty 20
Price listsqty 20

Tips

Count serving ware per expected visitor, not per stall. Reusable plates, bowls, cups, chopsticks, forks and spoons need a washing or collection plan, with extra pieces available during the busiest hour.
Confirm each exhibitor’s equipment before shopping. Food warmers, induction hobs, coffee machines and kettles may be needed by only some stalls, while extension cords, power strips and cable mats must cover the full layout.
Keep cold drinks in coolers before opening and prepare thermos flasks for hot drinks. Chill drinks several hours in advance rather than waiting until the stalls are set up.
Shop for fresh produce on the day of the market or the evening before. Bring cutting boards, paring knives, mixing bowls and measuring cups if vendors will prepare or portion food on site.
Buy or pack tablecloths, serving platters and serving tongs for every food stall, then add labels and route signs before exhibitors arrive. Transport carts save time when moving tables, chairs and supplies from the unloading point.

Frequently asked questions

What do I need for an Asian market food stall?: Plan for a serving platter or bowls, serving tongs, tableware and the cooking equipment required by that stall. Check each vendor at least 7 days before the market so missing equipment can be hired or bought in time.
How many plates and cups do I need for an Asian market?: Start with at least 1.5 sets of plates, bowls and cups per expected visitor if washing is not available during the market. For 100 visitors, that means at least 150 of each frequently used item, plus chopsticks, forks and spoons.
When should I buy fresh food for an Asian market?: Buy fresh produce on the day of the market where possible, or no earlier than the evening before. Chill drinks and other perishable items for several hours before opening and keep them in coolers until needed.
What equipment do I need for power and cooking?: Check the layout and each stall’s needs before booking power. Allow enough extension cords, power strips and cable mats to reach every powered appliance, and confirm the supply at least 7 days before the event.

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