Our Canadian winters are quite harsh and dry, which is hard on anyone’s skin, especially for those with eczema. To combat this, Billy Cheung shares a “beauty soup” recipe that applies some inherited knowledge of Chinese medicine and holistic wellness. There are many variations of this beauty soup, but all recipes typically include ingredients used in Traditional Chinese Medicine due to their detoxifying and immune-boosting effects.
Read MoreAuthors Valerie Luu & Andria Lo of Chinatown Pretty walked us through their journey chasing after pòh pohs (grandmas) and gùng gungs (grandpas) that have pretty shoes or standout hats that fill the Chinatown streets across North America. In today's unfortunate climax of anti-Asian hate crimes, the book's significance has undoubtedly shifted and increased, especially in the last several weeks – where many cases were unprovoked, and victims were vulnerable elderly Asians.
Read MoreWe are so honoured to be recently awarded "Best Cultural Event" by the authority on events in North America, BizBash! This is the 2nd Bizbash Event Style Award for Fête Chinoise, and the 6th time we have been nominated as a finalist in our categories. Our 2020 gala, Dreams Take Flight, was widely covered across different Canadian media outlets. We'll see you all at our signature event in 2022!
Read MoreBling Empire is perfect for those looking for escapist entertainment. The show turned up the drama by cuing the cattiest rivalries, hookups and throwdowns. But is it really the Asian narrative that we want in North America? Amidst the hate crime, anti-Asian racism and xenophobia propelled by Covid-19, was the timing right? What is the purpose of the show? Read here for our thoughts!
Read MoreEvery new red pocket is an opportunity to push the cultural narrative forward, but what often happens, is that it can quickly become a missed opportunity or even reverse the momentum. There are times when we are pleasantly surprised, when a design that raises the bar is released and inspires the world. Read on to see what luxury brands designed for their red pockets in 2021!
Read MoreLuxury brands across the globe have been actively creating collections to celebrate the Lunar New Year. It takes a lot of thoughtfulness and execution to create products that are inclusive to their customers and specific for a special occasion. We applaud the effort of brands incorporating symbolism and significant colours in their designs. However, is there a higher expectation from brands to make the products and campaigns more meaningful?
Read MoreSince the day Chef Eric Chong won the first season of MasterChef Canada's (MCC), he has been fortunate to have been trained and mentored by MCC Judge & Chef Alvin Leung. Followed by becoming the co-owner and chef of the Canadian Asian restaurant, R&D, in the heart of Chinatown Toronto. However, with every fortune, there are countless challenges. Read how Chef Chong views every challenge as a new opportunity. As well, you will soon discover how his back story was slightly different than what the media portrayed.
Read MoreCulinary Consultant & Expert, Susan Ng, excudes the beloved quote by Picasso that the “meaning of life is to find your gift. [And] the purpose of life is to give it away." An overarching theme of gifting during the Lunar New Year. She shares with us her diverse culinary journey and the recipe for the perfect combination of crunch and savoury goodness – the Golden Beef Stir-Fry with the Lucky Trio full of luck for The Year of the Golden Ox!
Read MoreEvery year families celebrate the Lunar New Year, with an incredible feast. For some, new traditions emerge with different menus but the spirit was remains the same. Family. Heritage. Home. Here is a Char Siu Recipe written and photographed by the talented, Tim Chin. It's not quite like his mother's recipe but more like an echo of it - a somewhat subordinate, somewhat inferior, imitation version (it’s still pretty good though, just ask his mom).
Read MoreLast but not least, here are the predictions for those born in the year of the Pig, Dog, and Rooster! 你是出生於豬年、狗年、雞年？今天我們細談你們的生肖年運。連同前三天的刊文，十二生肖年運全套已經為大家揭曉。
Read MoreDo you have any friends born in the year of the Horse, Sheep, or Monkey? 生肖屬馬、羊、猴年的朋友們，請留意！伍子明師傅詳細分析你們的流年吉星及凶星，為大家帶來啟示！
Read MoreFor those born in the year of the Rabbit, Dragon, and Snake... here are your predictions! Part 3 & 4 to follow. 即將踏入牛年，期望萬象更新、新一年運勢暢旺，惡運退去！今天我們為你揭曉牛年十二生肖運勢第二部分，兔年、龍年、蛇年出生的朋友，別錯過！希望新的一年裡，好運都伴隨你們！
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