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In a Post-Apocalyptic Zombie World, Asian American Man Gets White Girl
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Asian Guys and that One Long Pinky Fingernail
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A Guide To A Buddhist/Chinese/American Funeral
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Internet Page Reveals How to Talk Dirty in Tagalog
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Do Asians Have Body Hair?
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Asian American Commercial Watch: Instacart | Big Sister
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Asian American Frozen Foods: Royal Asia’s ‘Prawn Hacao With Soy Ginger Sauce’
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Asian and Asian American Serial Killers
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Monthly Archives: April 2022
8Books Review: Korean American by Eric Kim
Eric Kim’s debut cookbook Korean American is an absolute joy to read and cook from. The essays are beautifully written (no surprise if you’ve ever perused Kim’s writing for the New York Times) and the recipes are wide-ranging with drool-inducing … Continue reading
Posted in 8Books, 8Series, Books, Entertainment, Family, Food & Drink, Reviews
Tagged Eric Kim, korean american
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SF Theater Review: Asian American LGBTQ Themes in a New Production of “Fun Home”
If you get the chance, catch “Fun Home” at the Gateway Theater on Jackson Street in San Francisco, between now and May 8, 2022. Many of the storylines around being closeted (her dad), difficulty coming out to parents and parents who won’t talk about your LGBTQ status all resonate deeply in the Asian American community. Continue reading
Posted in Community, Entertainment, Family, LGBT, Local, Reviews, San Francisco Bay Area, The Arts, Theatre
Tagged Alison Bechdel, asian amercan, fun home, gateway theater, musical, Rinabeth Apostol, San Francisco, Teresa Attridge, theater
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8Books Review: Troublemaker by John Cho
Yup, that’s right — actor extraordinaire John Cho is adding author to his impressive resume with his debut middle grade novel, Troublemaker. Set in LA on April 29, 1992 as riots are erupting, the book follows Jordan, a 12 year … Continue reading
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Tagged john cho, Troublemaker
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8Books Review: Seeking Fortune Elsewhere by Sindya Bhanoo
Seeking Fortune Elsewhere is a delectable debut short story collection from Sindya Bhanoo. It opens with the story that won her the O. Henry Prize, “Malliga Homes.” Each story centers South Asian women and their families. Many focus on later … Continue reading
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Tagged Malliga Homes, Seeking Fortune Elsewhere, Sindya Bhanoo
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The Linda Lindas Tiny Desk Concert
Although today started out as a rainy, dreary Monday morning, this short 15 minute concert by the Linda Lindas, brought to you by NPR’s Tiny Desk program, really brightened my day. I love their energy and musicality. They all play … Continue reading
8Books Review: Let’s Do Everything and Nothing by Julia Kuo
Let’s Do Everything and Nothing is a lusciously illustrated children’s book by Julia Kuo about spending time with loved ones. It celebrates the big moments–like climbing a mountain–and the little ones–like quiet time at home. It features what I first … Continue reading
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Tagged Julia Kuo, Let's do Everything and Nothing
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8mm Review: ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once’ & SF Premiere Panel Discussion Footage
I had the honor and pleasure of attending the San Francisco premiere of Everything Everywhere All At Once on Sunday, March 20th at the historic Castro Theater with Q&A afterwards with cast members Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, and Stephanie … Continue reading