Exploring the Ethereal – The Work of Lillian Liu

Other than a photographer, Lillian Liu is also a musician, a model, and a muse to so many. Read on to learn about how Lillian’s heritage and upbringing feeds into her art.

Art and FashionFête ChinoiseNovember 3, 2020PhotoshootComment

Fête Pulse with Duo Patisserie

Fête Chinoise caught up with young entrepreneurs Eric Chan and Rocky Yuen of Duo Patisserie to chat about how they started this French-inspired dessert house in Richmond Hill.

Personal StoriesGuest UserOctober 29, 2020Entrepreneur, Business, DessertsComment

3 Things We Have to Recognize As Asians now — Fête Pulse with Phil Wang

The co-founder of Wongfu Productions, Phil Wang, has been directing, writing, and acting in short videos for over a decade. This past year, the young director, writer, actor, and influential online personality has added a new title to his identity: entrepreneur. But there's more that he wants to talk about today in 2020.

Current AffairsFête ChinoiseOctober 26, 2020Asian Representation, Anti-Racism Comments

Po Po’s Kitchen (婆婆廚房) — Jiaozi (餃子)

Join Billy as he cooks with his Po Po (Grandma) and shares their family recipes and personal stories of culture, starting with one of their most delicious dishes, Jiaozi!

Food and LifestyleGuest UserOctober 22, 2020Food, RecipeComment

Cultural Adventures of a New Mom 新任媽媽的文化路程

Learn more about how a young Chinese Canadian mother navigated between “East” and “West” and the ways she keeps Chinese traditions alive in her family.

Personal StoriesFête ChinoiseOctober 20, 2020Personal StoriesComment

Swans and Firebirds — Feathers and Fantasy of Xiaolin Design

Julia Marie Chew tells us more about her path and how she came to create her gowns that celebrate her heritage and why she named her couture brand, Xiaolin Design.

Art and FashionFête ChinoiseOctober 15, 2020FashionComment

Harmony in Cinema: Fagara (2019) [Spoiler Alert]

Fagara (2019) boldly takes on the issues of blended families through the story of a trio of half-sisters separated by geography, only to be reunited by the hotpot restaurant their deceased father left behind.

Fête ChinoiseOctober 13, 2020Film, Film Review, Hong KongComment

4 Highlights from Kim’s Convenience’s Andrew Phung

Learn more about Andrew Phung’s life beyond his role as “Kimchee” on the hit series, Kim’s Convenience!

Personal StoriesFête ChinoiseOctober 8, 2020Actor, CelebrityComment

The Fashion of Mooncakes

We’re delighted to look back on last week’s festival to share with you a curated list of the most intriguing Mid-Autumn designs from fashion houses, and provide commentary on the ideas behind each gifting suite.

Food and LifestyleFête ChinoiseOctober 5, 2020Mid-Autumn Festival, Mooncakes, LuxuryComment

Mooncake Memories: A History of Mooncakes 月餅的歷史與今年的意義

Today, there are many kinds of mooncakes, and the flavour varies from region to region. Learn more about this history and how celebrating Mid-Autumn this year may be different but still meaningful this year.

Food and LifestyleFête ChinoiseOctober 1, 2020Lunar Calendar, Mooncakes, HistoryComment

Mid-Autumn Crafts Workshop 中秋中式手工制作课 [SOLD OUT]

Looking for something fun and cultural to do for Mid-Autumn Festival? We have something for you. If you are in Toronto, Fête Chinoise has teamed up with local creatives to create this one-of-a-kind workshop to celebrate Mid-Autumn this year!

Food and LifestyleFête ChinoiseSeptember 22, 2020Mid-Autumn Festival, EventsComment