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Let the celebrations continue 🎉🧨🧧Join us next Sunday 2/16 for the Lunar New Year parade in Chinatown kicking off at 1pm. We are rain or shine. We’ll go down Mott + Canal to East Broadway to Forsyth. Be safe, dress warm, bring the fun!
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The countdown is on! WEDNESDAY 1/29 is the Firecracker Festival and Ceremony where we will kick off the Year of the 🐍 Find us at Sara D Roosevelt Park starting at 11AM with performances! 日期 : 2025年1月29曰 年初一(星期三) 上午 11:00時 January 29, 2025 | Wednesday 11:00am – 3:30pm — Firecracker launch closer to 12pm but subject to change Sara D. Roosevelt Park at Chrystie and Grand Streets Photo by Bob Dea📷
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Yelp reviews r in ~ ٩(◕‿◕｡)۶ this year’s 端午節 was made all the more meaningful and heartfelt bc of all the *piping hot* support 🥹 I loved making zongzi and watching you all enjoy them so much !!!!! 今年端午節被感動到啦^^ 真的很~感謝大家的支持(真的蠻愛包給愛吃的人吃 滿足感超~~爆) 希望如此吃到家鄉的口味 可以給大家更大打拼💪🏼的動力 明年端午節見「糯」~~~ #yelpreview #zongzi #taiwanesefood #端午節 #必吃美食 #bonappetit #nytcooking
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Thank you to all who visited the 26th annual #LunarNewYear Parade in NYCs Chinatown! It was a beautiful, exciting day. How many lions and dragons can you spot? Thank you to our volunteers and sponsors for allowing this to be an amazing parade! #yearofthedragon #lunarnewyear #lnyinnyc #nyc #freenyc #parade #ny #chinatownnyc #chinatown #betterchinatown #familyfriendly #chinesenewyear #lunarnewyear2024
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Don't do it 🥴. I have been guilty of many of these. On this Lunar New Year eve, I dedicate my memetic guide to fellow cultural ambassadors and practitioners. I recognise the hard work you put in during a period that should be all about self-reflection, intimate connection with family and community, and pride in your identity and heritage. We children of the diaspora can feel conflicted about how our own culture is refracted back to us at this time of year. More so when our identity is so intertwined with our practice. Tagging my favourite ESEA voices who constantly inspire and encourage me to be authentic to myself 🫶🏽 Which slide resonates most with you? ⬇
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✨ Get ready to show your love for Chinatown as we unveil our first merch collection! ✨

Our “Let’s Eat in NYC Chinatown” collection celebrates the neighborhood's cultural diversity and rich heritage. Whether it’s a satisfying bite of a bánh mì, the taste of a mouthwatering mochi donut, or chopsticks full of chop suey, every mouthful tells a story. 🥢 First, we are thrilled to introduce our tote bag! Crafted with love, it features 8 iconic foods from different cultures and regions represented in NYC Chinatown. Perfect for groceries, daily essentials, or your next foodie adventure - we can’t wait to see where our totes go! 🛍️ Our entire merch collection is available now on our website, link in bio. 10% of net proceeds from every purchase will be donated to @chinatown.communityfridge, giving back to the neighborhood that inspired these designs. 🤝❤️ Stay tuned in the next few days for what we feature next! 🥢🍜🥟🍚🌶️🥠🥡🥖🥤🏮🍲✨🏙️🛍️🍽️
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We are grateful to announce the success of our "Meet Us in Chinatown" sticker fundraiser! 💗 Thanks to your support, we've raised over $3,500 for Apex for Youth, an organization that empowers underserved Asian and immigrant youth in our community through academic & professional enrichment programs, mentorship, and mental health services. ‎‍🎓🤝🧠 With your help, we are not only supporting an important cause, but we are also preserving the beauty and heritage of Manhattan's Chinatown through our curated sticker collection. From the bottom of our hearts, we want to thank everyone who purchased a sticker, shared our posts, and attended our pop-up events. Special thanks to @artbeancoffee and @yuandmebooks for stocking our stickers! We couldn't have done it without you all! 🙌 Stay tuned for more exciting initiatives and merchandise to come! 💥 With love, Mott Street Girls & Helen So
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@nhatrangnyc was opened by the Ha family in 1992, named after a coastal city in southern Vietnam where the family worked and frequented. Before starting Nha Trang One, the family ran another successful Vietnamese restaurant, Pasteur, in Chinatown. Andy Ha manages his family’s restaurant and continues to bring traditional Vietnamese cuisine to NYC. Nha Trang One is an excellent place for all types of diners. Regulars and tourists often grab a quick lunch, and during dinner service, large groups come to share the tasty food. The restaurant has been featured in numerous publications such as the NYTimes and Infatuation. The extensive menu features classic Vietnamese dishes such as phở, bánh mì, and bún (rice vermicelli dishes). For appetizers, the summer rolls, fried taro shrimp cakes, and crispy calamari are perfect for sharing. For adventurous eaters, we recommend their canh chua, a sweet and sour soup with tomatoes, okra, and bean sprouts with either fish, shrimp, or chicken. It is a flavorful dish that can be paired with a bowl of rice to soak in the tangy broth. Andy’s favorites include the bò lúc lắc (shaken beef) and crispy calamari. Innovation is vital to Nha Trang One’s success. They recently added a new fried taro shrimp cake appetizer to the menu and expanded their drinks menu to include nước mía (fresh sugarcane juice from @sugarcanedaddynyc). They also participated in @thinkchinatown’s Chinatown Night Market this year and recently collaborated with @misturlee to launch a new late-night pop-up inside the restaurant. If you’re craving authentic Vietnamese food, visit Nha Trang One today for a lovely meal with a friendly atmosphere! They are available for in-person indoor & outdoor dining, pickup, and delivery. 📍 Nha Trang One 87 Baxter St, New York, NY 10013
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@gaikitchen, nestled in the heart of Chinatown at the popular Mott Street Eatery food court, is a culinary gem that specializes in Thai-style chicken and rice. The name “Gai Kitchen” is derived from the word “chicken” in both Thai and Chinese, representing a versatile ingredient that takes center stage in their dishes. Founded in September 2022 during the midst of the pandemic, owner Justin found inspiration from a friend to create menu items specifically geared towards Chinatown locals and patrons of Mott Street Eatery, resulting in dishes that remain true to authentic flavors while using innovative cooking techniques. Despite the challenges of slow business during the pandemic and difficulty finding dedicated workers, Justin and his family have remained steadfast in their commitment to providing exceptional food to both Chinatown locals and visitors alike. Their menu is small but mighty and packs a flavorful punch. One of their standout dishes is the Hainanese chicken, which is marinated and then steamed, offering a unique twist on the traditional preparation method. Try their best-selling Hainanese steamed chicken or Thai-style roasted chicken over ginger garlic rice with a side of the son-in-law egg and a Thai iced tea.  A son-in-law egg is a deep-fried soft-boiled egg – a textural delight of just the right amount of runny and gooey inside with a chewy and crispy exterior. We tried these dishes and loved the flavor of both the steamed and roasted chicken!   In the future, Gai Kitchen hopes to expand its menu to include fried chicken and noodle dishes and branch out to Flushing and Brooklyn. With its mouth-watering dishes, Gai Kitchen is a must-visit destination for chicken enthusiasts looking for a memorable experience. 📍Gai Kitchen 98 Mott Street, 11B, New York, NY 10013
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@softswervenyc is one of the few Asian-inspired soft serve ice cream parlors in New York City. It was first founded by Michael Tsang and Jason Liu in 2016. They were both born and raised in Chinatown, and went to local public schools until graduating middle school. After, they stayed connected to the community through part time jobs in the neighborhood. When they founded Soft Swerve, they stayed committed to the community by donating to schools and local organizations, and hiring locals as much as possible. Michael and Jason loved the scoops of Asian flavors that they could get in the city. However, they noticed a gap in the market when it came to soft serve. They had to travel as far as New Jersey to get their favorite soft serves in Asian flavors. Before becoming ice cream pioneers, Michael was a project manager for a non-profit and Jason was in finance. Jason also grew up helping his parents with their laundromat business, which prepared him for managing the business on a day to day level. Michael’s work led him to managing social media and media outreach.  During COVID, Soft Swerve lost their entire staff and had to close for many months. To keep the business afloat, they pivoted to focus on their take out offerings, and redesigned the website, where they offer catering, delivery, and merchandise. Their most popular flavor is their ube soft serve, which you can get in a cup or cone. You can also try an Instagram worthy sundae, like their Woodside sundae (ube ice cream with toasted coconut on top and bottom with a ring of mochi). And don’t forget to check out their other Asian flavors too! 📍Soft Swerve 85B Allen Street, New York, NY 10002 📍 Soft Swerve 85B Bayard Street, New York, NY 10013
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The first snowfall of the season is here in NYC! ❄️☃️🌨️ Throwback to winter on Bayard Street back in the ‘70s to ‘80s. In what ways is it the same? 🥶 📸: Emile Bocian
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We are excited to welcome @kalye.nyc, a gastropub, to the Chinatown food scene! Kayle, meaning 'street' in Tagalog, is a Filipino cafe that offers delectable dishes that reflect the local food scene in Manila. After roaming around empty streets in the thick of the pandemic, Rob and his partner Henry opened Kalye to highlight Filipino culture and help bring vibrant energy back to New York City. Their best-sellers are the Ube Waffle, Ube Pork Sliders, and the Inasal Chicken Wings. The wings are marinated in lemon grass, lemon, vinegar, and other spices from the Philippines. If you ask the Kalye staff - their favorites are the Empanadas and the Pork Siopao (steamed buns)! The aspect of "community" is essential to Kalye's mission. The restaurant's location on Broome street was intentionally selected in an area of immigrants and to be a "tambayan," which translates to "a place for friends to hang out." Rob & Henry want customers to feel a sense of connection while eating the food and being surrounded by art displayed by local artists. Don't forget to try the Ube Flan and Sans Rival, desserts inspired by Rob's mom's recipes and as sweet as Rob & Henry's love story.  We got the following to try (swipe ➡): 🧇 Ube Waffle 🍞 Sourdough Toast 🍮 Yorkshire Pudding 🍔 Ube Sliders  📍 Kalye 251 Broome Street, New York, NY 10002
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