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SUMMARY:Shop & Taste Workshop: TOFU EDITION
DESCRIPTION:Join Think!Chinatown for a guided deep-dive foodways workshop on artisanal tofu shops (Tofu 舖 pù/pou*) in Chinatown. Browse\, taste\, and learn about each tofu pou’s specialties and offerings\, and what makes a tofu pou unique to Manhattan Chinatown (and why Think!Chinatown designated “Artisanal Chinatown” markers for these shops and artisans!). \nParticipants will go on an outing to visit and shop at a tofu pou. At the Think!Chinatown Studio\, we’ll all enjoy a side-by-side tasting of fresh tofu\, tofu pudding\, and soy milk from all the different tofu pou of Chinatown. You also get to taste other local specialty tofu and soy bean products like tofu pok and 5-spice tofu. Watch a screening of Think!Chinatown’s tofu mini-documentary and also get takeaway recipes we created with our neighborhood aunties and uncles that you can try at home. \nTickets include: \n\na screening of Think!Chinatown’s tofu mini-documentary\nA shopping excursion to an artisanal Chinatown tofu pu/pou\nExtensive tasting of tofu and tofu/soy products\nIntel from the T!C team on how to level up your tofu game\nA zine of tofu dish recipes and recommendations of neighborhood shops from Chinatown aunties and uncles.\n\nNOTE: this is a taste and talk event\, participants will not be cooking or partaking in food preparation. \n*Tofu 舖 pù/pou is a no-frills shop that makes soy-based products like tofu\, soymilk & beansprouts.The ones you find here in NYC Chinatown are unique to our neighborhood. \nCommunity Rate Sliding Scale: $25-40 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSustaining Rate Sliding Scale: $45-55 \nNote to Attendees: For this event\, participants will not be cooking or partaking in food preparation. This is an adult-focused event. Children ages 10+ are permitted with a full-price ticket and must remain under adult supervision at all times. We appreciate your help in maintaining a calm and professional environment for all our guests! For children under 10 and special requests\, please contact us.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/shop-taste-workshop-tofu-edition/
LOCATION:Think!Chinatown\, 1 Pike Street\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Food,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T130000
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SUMMARY:Mahjong Tile Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sparrow’s Nest Studio is proud to host this mahjong tile coloring workshop featuring tiles provided by Hong Kong Mahjong artist Karen Aruba. We had the very special opportunity to travel to Hong Kong and experience mahjong craftsmanship\, art & culture from Karen and her family – the story behind the scenes! We are now offering this creative workshop in partnership with her studio. This class is being exclusively offered in NYC\, taught by our instructors who trained with Karen in Hong Kong. Connect with the history of mahjong and sample some of the techniques of the Hong Kong tradition of hand-carved tiles. Participants will receive their own set of custom engraved tiles to paint\, finish\, and take home. \n \nWorkshop attendees will: \n\nTake in a presentation about mahjong-related creative work and the challenge of preserving and perpetuating the cultural heritage of tile craftsmanship\nLearn about the tile carving process and its history in Hong Kong\nColor a set of their own tiles after instruction and demonstration of the process\nHave an opportunity to try out the hand-drilling tools used to carve tiles\n\nAll attendees will be able to select four Circles/Dots suit tiles – for example representing the year (2026) or a significant date (0425 – April 25th) \nTickets: General Admission: $150\, Early Bird Special – Buy 2 for $240
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/mahjong-tile-painting-workshop/
LOCATION:Sparrow’s Nest Studio\, 35 W. 35th St.\, 12 Flr.\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T170000
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SUMMARY:Merchandising Masterclass: 1:1 Sessions with The Locavore
DESCRIPTION:Hop on this opportunity for a 1:1 masterclass from a true retail expert!\nBook a 1:1 consultation with Caroline Weaver\, founder of The Locavore Guide and The Locavore Variety Store (or perhaps you’ve seen her on your TikTok feed sharing business owner BTS). \nDuring your session\, Caroline can share her expertise as a small business owner. We recommend bringing photos! Caroline can review your retails displays (whether brick and mortar or pop-up) and share expert recommendations from signage and displays to storytelling and customer engagement. \nGet advice on:\n\nUsing signage to guide customers and tell stories\nOrganizing displays to engage customers\nInexpensive and easy display solutions\nMerchandising to maximize customer engagement\nMaking a plan to de-clutter and get organized\nUsing visual storytelling to create great displays\n\n\nMeet Caroline Weaver:\nCaroline Weaver is a retail advocate and founder of The Locavore Guide — a directory and platform that’s all about shopping local in NYC. As a seasoned shop owner herself\, she’s on a mission to identify the cracks and navigate a more sustainable future for independent retail. \nCaroline also owns The Locavore Variety Store\, an emporium of local goods\, all grown / baked / fabricated / assembled / crafted / concocted / sewn / stuffed / pickled within 100* miles of NYC. The Locavore Variety Store specializes in independently-owned local brands. The cool ones\, the old-school ones\, the ones you’ve never heard of. It’s all about leaving the apartment\, talking to your neighbors and discovering something great\, while checking a thing or two off your shopping list. It’s a shop about shopping! It’s a shop about New York! Go see it for yourself in the heart of Greenwich Village.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/merchandising-masterclass-11-sessions-with-the-locavore/
LOCATION:Welcome to Chinatown\, 115 Bowery\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260823
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SUMMARY:Asian Foodways Workshop: BBQ Around Asia
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating its 15th anniversary\, Asian Foodways Workshop returns for a sizzling summer celebration: BBQ Around Asia! Our annual summer tradition invites you to explore the rich culinary traditions of Asia through live demonstrations\, cultural context\, and hands-on tasting. \nDr. Hsing-Lih Chou and Dr. Yi-Nian Lee\, joined by students from Overseas Chinese University of Taiwan\, take you on a mouthwatering journey across the continent: \n• Taiwan/China: Grilled Taiwanese Sausage and King Oyster Mushrooms\n• Korea: Bulgogi (Korean Marinated Beef BBQ)\n• Malaysia: Chicken Satay with Traditional Flavor \nWatch live cooking demos\, learn the cultural stories behind each dish\, and taste every recipe yourself. All supplies included! Check-in starts at 12:30 pm\, and the workshop starts at 1:30 pm.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/asian-foodways-workshop-bbq-around-asia/
LOCATION:Flushing Town Hall\, 137-35 Northern Blvd\, Flushing\, NY\, 11354\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food,Workshop
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SUMMARY:The Korean Tea Table: Discover the Art of Korean Tea
DESCRIPTION:The Korean Tea Table: Discover the Art of Korean Tea and Traditional Tea Snacks with Tea Master Yoon Hee Kim \nStep into the timeless beauty of Korean tea culture. \nJoin us for The Korean Tea Table\, a special cultural workshop where you’ll experience the elegance of Darye (Korean Tea Ceremony)\, enjoy a curated tasting of traditional Korean teas\, and create beautiful traditional Korean tea snacks while discovering the artistry\, philosophy\, and hospitality that have shaped Korea’s tea culture for centuries. \nLed by Korea’s Tea Ambassador\, Tea Master Yoon Hee Kim\, this immersive workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore one of Korea’s most refined cultural traditions through tea ceremony presentation\, tea tasting\, and hands-on tea snack making. \n📅 Sunday\, August 23\, 2026\n🕙 Session 1: 10 AM\n🕑 Session 2: 2 PM \n📍 Korean Cultural Center New York\n122 E 32nd Street\nNew York\, NY 10016 \n✨ Limited spots available.\nAdvance registration is required.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-korean-tea-table-discover-the-art-of-korean-tea/
LOCATION:Korean Cultural Center New York\, 122 East 32nd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T183000
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SUMMARY:Kitsby x Xing Fu Tang: Boba Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Boba\, made by you! \nWe’re teaming up with Xing Fu Tang—the Taiwanese tea house that made the world fall for brown sugar boba—to host a hands-on bubble tea workshop in our SoHo studio. \nJoin us for an afternoon of building\, sipping\, and meeting new people. Brew the tea\, cook the pearls\, pull the tiger stripes\, and shake up your own signature cup. \nCome thirsty and leave with a new drink order\, and a few new friends.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kitsby-x-xing-fu-tang-boba-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Kitsby\, 393 Broadway\, 5th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drink,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T170820Z
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SUMMARY:Japanese "Kimekomi" Traditional Doll-Making Workshop – Rabbit\, Cat & Heart
DESCRIPTION:For the August 30th class\, students can choose among the Rabbit\, Cat\, and Heart designs. Cat is sold out for this session. \nShape silk and fabric into a stunning Japanese decorative doll\, one piece at a time. \nKimekomi is a traditional Japanese craft with deep cultural roots. Using a wooden base\, you tuck colorful silk and fabric into carved grooves to create a beautiful keepsake doll—no sewing required. In this hands-on workshop\, our instructor guides you step by step as you bring your own doll to life and take it home. \nThis class welcomes all skill levels—whether you are completely new to Japanese craft or have an artistic background. All materials are included. \nYour instructor\, Keiko Fukuda\, was born in Nagasaki and studied Pop Art in Tokyo. She has taught traditional Japanese crafts\, famous painting reproductions\, and printmaking across several countries\, and founded YUME CLOUD STUDIO in 2016. \nPLEASE NOTE: The class sign up deadline is 2 hours before the class begins. Cancellation after this period will NOT be refunded.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/japanese-kimekomi-traditional-doll-making-workshop-rabbit-cat-heart/
LOCATION:RESOBOX East Village\, 91 East 3rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T210000
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SUMMARY:Art Analysis Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Lucy Yu and Brittany Pham\nA workshop for all levels!\nJoin us for an Art Analysis Writing Workshop where we’ll be analyzing short stories\, poetry\, and visual art. In this encouraging space\, we are cultivating an inviting environment for you to hone in on your own unique voice. \n\nABOUT THE HOSTS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLucy Yu is a writer and multi-disciplinary artist living in Brooklyn\, New York. She is also the owner of Yu & Me Books in Manhattan’s Chinatown\, the first queer Asian American bookstore in New York City. Yu & Me Books specializes in immigrant stories\, writers of color\, and historically marginalized experiences.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrittany Pham is the book club co-host at Yu & Me Books. She’s also an active member of the Instagram book community (“Bookstagram”) and can be found @scienceowlreads.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/art-analysis-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:Yu and Me Books\, 44 Mulberry St.\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,Writing
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