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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 Celebrate Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year, also referred to as Lunar New Year, is the most important holiday on the Chinese calendar. Read More »
How to Plan a Chinese New Year Reunion Dinner
Sumptuous and abundant, the family reunion dinner served on Chinese New Year's Eve is undeniably a highlight of the entire holiday season. 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 »
Create
Making a Plum Blossom Tree to Hurry Spring’s Arrival
A fun craft project that symbolizes the vitality of life, endurance through hardship and a spirit of renewal. Read More »
How To Make Lion’s Head Meatballs
Lion's head meatballs come out soft and fragrant, with layers of deeply satisfying flavors. This is total comfort food. Read More »
How to Make a Good Luck Character Banner
One of the most popular ways to decorate for Chinese New Year is by hanging good luck banners around the home. Read More »
How To Make Yangzhou Fried Rice
Yangzhou fried rice is a simple homestyle dish that's commonly served as the final course at Chinese holiday and festival meals. 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 »
Making Memories at the San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade
William Gee shares tips to help families attending a Chinese New Year parade get the most out of the experience. 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 »
Best Children’s Books From China
More translated children’s books from China have been appearing on American shelves in recent years. Read More »
Hi! I'm Wes, a biracial Chinese American dad living in Oakland, California, who left the technology world when my son was born to serve this wonderfully diverse community of Chinese American families. Work with me »
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