Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

“Food brings us all together. That’s the reason why in Asia…we sit at a round table and talk to each other, face to face, in front of food.” --Martin Yan, chef and host of Yan Can Cook

This week, we will explore the importance of food in various Asian American cultures. Immigrants from all over Asia have brought their cooking traditions with them to America for us all to enjoy. Learn about some wonderful Asian American chefs and family food traditions. Maybe you'll even be inspired to try a recipe or two!

Read Aloud Videos

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Watercress

by Andrea Wang, illustrated by Jason Chin

Magic Ramen

by Andrea Wang, illustrated by Kana Urbanowicz

AAPI: Cooking

More Books to Explore

Check out one of these food-related titles from your library! Click on the slideshow to read about each book.

AAPI recipes

AAPI Recipes

Here are a few recipes from AAPI books and authors to try out! Click on the slideshow and scroll through.

Bonus Material

Comfort and Connection

This interactive article from The Washington Post features Asian American chefs reflecting on the importance of food in their lives and communities. Includes their recipes!

Asians, Everyday Virtual Exhibit

A wonderul virtual exhibit from the Eric Carle Museum of the Picture Book, curated by Chinese American author/illustrator Grace Lin. Includes many food-related stories.