The ‘Pie Designer’ Baking Up a Diverse Vision of America
From Atlas Obscura – In honor of Pi Day we wanted to highlight this story about pie designer Lauren Ko who creates amazing pies inspired by the many cultural experiences that make up America.
How Did Chop Suey Become a Staple of Chinese American Cuisine?
From Catapult – Cartoonist Shing Yin Khor explores the history and significance of Chop Suey and addresses the question of whether the dish is “authentic” launching into a critique of the very idea of authenticity itself.
From Densho Blog – This podcast episode form Densho’s “Campu” series explores the food and memories of concentration camps where Japanese Americans were forcibly incarcerated during World War II.
From South Seattle Emerald – Writer Julie Pham reflects on how, over decades and continents, she has created her own community and traditions for Tet, the Vietnamese new year.
From EchoX – Its Lunar New Year! Celebrated by many Asian communities around the world, this important celebration has a wealth of unique lived traditions. Explore the resources we’ve collected to start learning more about Lunar New Year and stay tuned for more content throughout February.
Chuminh Tofu’s Free Sunday Meals Offer a Model for Community Aid
From International Examiner – Even through the pandemic, Chuminh Tofu owner Tanya Nguyen and dedicated volunteers have continued to provide for the city’s unhoused neighbors.
Immigrant Families Reconnect to Cultural Practices During the Pandemic
From YES! Magazine – As the pandemic continues and people are spending more time at home away from family and loved ones, cultural traditions and recipes serve as a soothing comfort.
Capitol Hill Restaurant Pairs With Overseas Author to Feed Seattle’s Frontline Workers
From Northwest Asian Weekly – Vietnamese author Quế Mai Phan Nguyễn and Seattle restaurant owner Uyên Nguyễn team up in an effort to nourish Seattle healthcare workers.
