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Reigniting Linsanity // Chinatown Thanksgiving Turkeys // Who Is Michael Jang?
Happy all the holidays to you, as I've taken to saying. I hope your family is happy, healthy and together. Read More »
The Boba Generation // HK-Style French Toast // Singles Day in China
This past Monday, we celebrated two holidays concurrently: Veterans Day in America and Singles Day in China. Read More »
HK Protests Reach America // Spooky Halloween Tales // Understanding Autism
Happy Halloween! I hope all of our kiddos have an exciting time out trick-or-treating this year. Read More »
Celebrate
How to Give Red Envelopes at Chinese New Year
The etiquette for giving and receiving the red envelopes filled with lucky money that are an iconic symbol of Chinese New Year. Read More »
How to Prepare for the Hungry Ghost Festival
Ghosts and goblins, spooky stories and incense make the Hungry Ghost Festival a lot of fun to celebrate with your kids. Read More »
How to Plan a Tomb Sweeping Ceremony
Tomb sweeping is the most important Qingming Festival custom, a respectful family obligation at the heart of Chinese filial piety. Read More »
How to Celebrate the Qingming Festival
The Qingming Festival, also referred to as the Pure Brightness Festival, pays respect to ancestors and celebrates spring's arrival. Read More »
Create
How to Make a Tray of Togetherness
A Tray of Togetherness is the customary arrangement of sweets families use to welcome guests at Chinese New Year. Read More »
How To Make Sweet And Sour Fish
Making a sweet and sour dish at home from scratch will make you rethink this iconic flavor combination. Read More »
10 Healthy Chinese School Snack Ideas
10 grab-and-go Chinese school snacks that promote healthy eating habits and keep kids coming back for more. Read More »
How To Make Bang Bang Chicken
Bang bang chicken is a great meal for a warm night, a refreshing Sichuanese cold dish that combines vibrantly contrasting flavors. Read More »
Inspire
The Best 3 Book Crash Course About Chinese Culture In America
Sometimes it helps to slow down and read for a moment, before running off to Chinatown, visiting a museum or cooking a big Chinese meal. Read More »
Childhood Chinese New Year Memories From 1950s Hong Kong
My mom shares details about neighborhood festivities, where her red envelope money went and her favorite holiday foods. Read More »
Tips For Creating Your Church’s First Lunar New Year Service
How to create a shared celebration of the Lunar New Year in your church community. Read More »
Exploring China Camp and the Many Lives of a Chinese Shrimping Village
China Camp's museum and surrounding buildings tell the story of a shrimping village’s growth, decline and renewal. Read More »
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