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Lim Tse Wei opened several restaurants in the US, but closed them all in 2017. His culinary journey began with a book, not family tradition, and his debut book explores Singaporean food culture. Photo: Lim Tse Wei
Food and Drinks

This former restaurateur releases debut book on Singaporean food culture

Little Perfections, by a Singaporean, US-based writer and cook, examines what Singaporean food is truly worth with essays and recipes.

Food and Drinks

C-Y Chia’s plant-based dishes from Lion Dance Cafe coming to Singapore

Chinese culture

The Chinese cowboys challenging narratives of the American Old West

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Food and Drinks

Michelin Guide’s arrival in Philippines brings distinction for country’s top chefs

Miko Calo’s Taquería Franco won a Bib Gourmand, while Josh Boutwood’s Helm was the only restaurant in the country to be awarded 2 Michelin stars.

A dessert of durian espuma, blackberry and jasmine by Miko Calo. 06NOV25 SCMP / Jocelyn Tam
American cinema

How The Joy Luck Club opened the door for majority-Asian casts in Hollywood

The Joy Luck Club (1993) is a complex tale of intergenerational trauma focusing on four Chinese mothers and their daughters in San Francisco.

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US-China relations

Mistrial in case of ex-top aide to New York governor charged as China agent

Linda Sun, ex-deputy chief of staff to Kathy Hochul, walked free after jury was deadlocked on all 19 counts and could not reach a verdict.

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US-China relations

‘A risk’: wealthy Chinese appear to shun Trump’s ‘gold card’ immigration scheme

Initial excitement fizzles amid limited benefits and security concerns, immigration agents say.

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US President Donald Trump holds up the original US$5 million gold card as he speaks to reporters while on board Air Force One, on April 3. Photo: AP
Nordic nations

Finnish PM apologises for MPs’ ‘racist’ gestures in Miss Finland scandal

PM Petteri Orpo offers regrets to Japan, China and South Korea after MPs mimic ousted beauty queen Sarah Dzafce’s offensive squinting gesture.

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TV shows and streaming video

How KPop Demon Hunters finally gave Arden Cho her golden moment

Years of failing to find decent acting roles nearly broke Arden Cho. Her role as Rumi in Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters has changed everything.

United States

How Asian-American history is reshaping classrooms in the US

Connecticut schools are enriching lessons with Asian-American stories amid rising anti-Asian sentiment.

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Webster Hill Elementary School teacher Christin Labriola points out countries on a map during a lesson incorporating Asian-American and Pacific Islander subjects on December 2. Photo: AP
Racism and other prejudice

Christine Choy, who made documentary on racist killing of Vincent Chin, dies at 73

The indie filmmaker brought attention to the 1982 slaying, a galvanising moment in the fight against anti-Asian hate in the US.

Filmmaker Christine Choy attends a screening of “Who Killed Vincent Chin?” at the 59th New York Film Festival in 2021. Photo: Film at Lincoln Centre via AP
Chinese culture

How Boston Chinatown overcame constant threats to win its place in history

New England’s last surviving Chinatown, Boston Chinatown has long suffered hostile urban renewal but now its community is stronger than ever.

My Life

‘Architects are always jumping in water that’s over our heads’

Billie Tsien, founding partner of Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects, tells of designing the Asia Society Hong Kong Centre and the Obama Presidential Centre.

Food and Drinks

Hong Kong-style cafe receives top recognition. Owner has been to the city once

Tarek Hassan fell in love with Hong Kong culture as a teen. Now his Gongfu Cafe & Bao in Ottawa, Canada, serves authentic tastes of the city.

Tarek Hassan is a 46-year-old Egyptian-Canadian who opened Gong Fu Cafe & Bao in Ottawa as an ode to Hong Kong’s traditional cha chaan teng cafe culture. Photo: Tarek Hassan
Fame and celebrity

Meet Hudson Williams, who’s stealing hearts as Shane Hollander in Heated Rivalry

He played basketball, aspired to reach the UFC and was a stuntman once – but what did he say about his special chemistry with co-star Connor Storrie?

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Korean-Canadian actor Hudson Williams just got his big break in the Crave original TV series Heated Rivalry. Photo: Getty Images via AFP
Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Struggles of leaving Hong Kong and returning to it depicted in short film

Moving to another country is stressful, but returning home can be just as tough. Kristie Ko’s own experience inspired her short film.

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US-China relations

US confirms Chinese boy Yuanxin, 6, is in federal custody. But where is he?

Separated from his father during an ICE check-in, the 6-year-old never appeared in federal detainee records, leaving advocates searching.

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Food and Drinks

Peking duck diplomacy? How a US president’s China visit made the dish famous

Richard Nixon’s televised China trip in 1972 was the first glimpse behind the ‘bamboo curtain’ for many and their first exposure to the dish.

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Then US President Richard Nixon (right) and then Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai eat during Nixon’s official visit to China in 1972. Photo: Getty Images
Fame and celebrity

Who is Katseye’s creative director, Humberto Leon?

He worked with Kenzo, Burberry and Gap before meeting designer Carol Lim and launching Opening Ceremony, a brand once loved by Rihanna and Chloë Sevigny.

Indonesia

Will Indonesia’s new global citizenship scheme spur diaspora to return?

The programme could attract talent with overseas work experience and boost business collaboration with locals, observers say.

World of performing arts

Lea Salonga on Disney roles, crying at KPop Demon Hunters and discrimination

Ahead of her Hong Kong Disneyland show, the Filipino singer talks about why Mulan is still so dear to her and her wish to tell Asian stories.

The Tony and Olivier award-winning singer and actress, best known for originating the role of Kim in Miss Saigon and being the singing voice of Disney princesses Jasmine and Fa Mulan, will be in Hong Kong early January.
BN(O) passport

UK back-pedals on tougher English language test for Hongkongers on BN(O) pathway

Britain may also consider extending pathway to Hongkongers born after city’s return to Chinese sovereignty, who may not hold BN(O) passports.

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More than 160,000 Hong Kong residents have moved to the UK under the BN (O) pathway since it was introduced in 2021. Photo: EPA-EFE
Food and Drinks

How Hong Kong-born chef’s Chinese kitchen knives are cutting through stigma

Chef says ‘made in China’ does not mean low quality and that his modern, affordable chef’s knives challenge ones from Japan and Germany.

Food and Drinks

Food influencer Jaeki Cho brings New York-Seoul vibes to Hong Kong pop-up

Pineapple bun sandwiches with char siu and honey butter were one star of Shop B’s event with Cho, who champions community via food and music.

Food and Drinks

TCM gets a delicious, Insta-worthy makeover in food and drink

At these gelato and cocktail places in Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur, traditional Chinese medicine is the secret ingredient for their success.

Springtime Pomelo is a TCM-inspired drink at Que Tang Yu Fang in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, which blends traditional Chinese medicine with modern flavours. Photo: Instagram/quetangyufang_my
Food and Drinks

One of the fastest Michelin stars ever – Hong Kong-born chef’s restaurant

Udtryk in Copenhagen, Denmark, gained a Michelin star just 41 days after it opened. Owner and chef Edward Lee recounts his culinary journey.

Croustade with lobster claw paired with pickled magnolia and lobster shell jelly at Udtryk, in Copenhagen, Denmark. Hong Kong-born chef Edward Lee’s latest restaurant opened on May 7 this year and gained its first Michelin star 41 days later. Photo: Restaurant Udtryk
Books and literature

How Bruce Lee went from martial arts star to enduring Asian-American icon

Jeff Chang explores why, 50 years after his death, Bruce Lee remains ‘a hero to people all around the world’ in Water Mirror Echo.

United States

US disability rights activist and author Alice Wong dies at 51

The daughter of Hong Kong immigrants, Wong fought for a world where people with disabilities could have full autonomy over their lives.

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