BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Oakland Asian Cultural Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Oakland Asian Cultural Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://oacc.cc X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Oakland Asian Cultural Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220213T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220213T163000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20211203T002446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T233926Z UID:11679-1644764400-1644769800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Book Talk: "We Hereby Refuse": The Bay Area Allies DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/we-hereby-refuse-bay-area-allies-book-talk/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/20220213WeHerebyRefuseBookTalk_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220218T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220218T200000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20211214T192445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T190428Z UID:11685-1645207200-1645214400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Manzanar\, Diverted: When Water Becomes Dust" Virtual Screening and Talk DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/manzanar-diverted-screening-and-talk/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/20220218ManzanarDiverted_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220319T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220319T173000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220119T012621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220320T003928Z UID:11751-1647705600-1647711000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Sri Vidya Dance School DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/heart-filled-heritage-series-sri-vidya-dance/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/20220319Thumbnail_SVDS.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220324 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220327 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220225T001146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T194719Z UID:12086-1648080000-1648339199@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Oakland Ballet's Dancing Moons Festival DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/dancing-moons-festival-2022/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/2022032DancingMoonsFestival_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220611 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220302T004942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T231228Z UID:12107-1649980800-1654905599@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Textures of Remembrance: Vietnamese Artists and Writers Reflect on the Vietnamese Diaspora DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/textures-of-remembrance-exhibition/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220415TexturesThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220416 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220605 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220427T004535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220605T044944Z UID:12313-1650067200-1654387199@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Oakland AAPI Small Biz Map Challenge DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/2022-aapi-map-challenge/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20220416MapChallengethumbnail-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220423T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220423T150000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220219T041621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220423T231024Z UID:11910-1650720600-1650726000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Hip Hop For Change Workshop DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/heart-filled-heritage-series-hh4c/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/20220416Thumbnail_HH4C-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220428T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220623T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220411T220206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T183459Z UID:12246-1651156200-1656000000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:KCCEB Community Healing Space DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/kcceb-community-healing-space-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/KCCEB-Community-Healing-Space-Flyer-Instagram-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220430 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220601 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220427T012322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T164241Z UID:12315-1651276800-1654041599@oacc.cc SUMMARY:OACC Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/aapi-heritage-month-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th Street\, Suite 290\, Oakland\, CA 94607\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607 CATEGORIES:Past Events,Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/APIA-Month.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220430T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220430T220000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220422T210449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T185038Z UID:12280-1651327200-1651356000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Lotus Link Up: Tiger's Tap Room Party DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/lotus-link-up-1/ LOCATION:Tiger’s Taproom\, 308 Jackson Street STE 4\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/LL-Instagram-TTR.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T230000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220429T213342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220508T165602Z UID:12354-1651750200-1651791600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:AAPI Heritage Month Fundraiser at Co Nam DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/co-nam-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Co Nam\, 3936 Telegraph Ave\, Oakland\, 94609 CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/CoNam_IG.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220508T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220508T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220214T215951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T233346Z UID:12040-1652007600-1652025600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:OACC Connex: Community Screen Printing Workshop DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/oacc-connex-screen-print/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/OACC-Instagram-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220514T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220514T210000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220329T214136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T173037Z UID:12206-1652556600-1652562000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Solidarity & Resilience: Narrations through Traditional Vietnamese Music DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/solidarity-and-resilience-workshops-and-concert-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220512-14SolidarityResilienceThumbnail-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220515T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220515T183000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220322T205058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T173055Z UID:12167-1652634000-1652639400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Stories of Home" Community Screening DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/stories-from-home-screening/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220515StoriesFromHome_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220521T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220521T173000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220421T204851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T170158Z UID:12151-1653148800-1653154200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Bochan Huy DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/heart-filled-heritage-series-bochan-huy/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20220521Thumbnail_Bochan.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220525T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220525T200000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220422T225830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T003756Z UID:12286-1653494400-1653508800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Lotus Link Up: Cocktails\, Comedy\, and Connection for AAPI & ALLIES DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/lotus-link-up-2/ LOCATION:Somar Bar & Lounge\, 1727 Telegraph Ave\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/LL-Instagram-Somar-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220527T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220527T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220405T020211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T182449Z UID:12216-1653674400-1653679800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Virtual Book Talk: "The All-American Crew" with Author Russell N. Low DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/all-american-crew-book-talk-2022/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20220527AllAmericanCrew_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220510T234849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220604T231421Z UID:12397-1654351200-1654358400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Creative Voices of the Vietnamese Diaspora DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/creative-voices-vietnamese-diaspora-panel-talk/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220604CreativeVoicesPanel_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T200000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220505T225348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220605T044854Z UID:12366-1654363800-1654372800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Queer Trans Asian Pride - A Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/qtapi-week-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220604QTAPI_Thumbnail-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220611T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220611T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220519T190452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T163811Z UID:12469-1654956000-1654963200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories: A Celebration of Oakland and Bay Area’s Diverse Voices DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/homemade-celebration-screening/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/HM-Particpant0.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220618T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220618T153000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220510T230605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220618T223738Z UID:12388-1655560800-1655566200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Hālau KaUaTuahine DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/heart-filled-heritage-series-halau-ka-ua-tuahine/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220618Thumbnail_Halau.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220624T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220624T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220607T215718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T183302Z UID:12589-1656075600-1656079200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Become a Changemaker: Learn More About Recycling & Composting in Oakland DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/changemaker/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/changemaker_thumb-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220630T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220630T123000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220603T213722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T183320Z UID:12567-1656586800-1656592200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Jikimee - AAPI Elder Voices DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/jikimee/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/jikimee_thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220709T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220709T113000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220511T005430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T183223Z UID:12416-1657360800-1657366200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Natto Presentation & Tasting Session DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/natto-presentation-and-tasting/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220709NattoDemo_Thumbnail-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220709T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220709T153000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220511T002657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T183217Z UID:12406-1657373400-1657380600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Japanese Knife Sharpening Workshop DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/knife-sharpening-workshop-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220709KnifesharpeningWorkshop_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220716T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220716T170000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234416 CREATED:20220524T175034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T212947Z UID:12499-1657980000-1657990800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Minhwa Family Workshop DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/minhwa-family-workshop-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220716MinhwaWorkshop_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220730T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220730T170000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234417 CREATED:20220603T050838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T212936Z UID:12562-1659193200-1659200400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Lil Tokyo Reporter" 10th Anniversary Screening DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/lil-tokyo-reporter-10th-anniversary-screening/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220730LittleTokyoReporterScreening_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220910T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220910T123000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234417 CREATED:20220824T212839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T172608Z UID:12701-1662805800-1662813000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Stop the Violence - Solidarity Now! Forum 1 DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/solidaritynow/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/20220910_BAMCForum_thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221015T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221015T173000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234417 CREATED:20220823T002613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T220218Z UID:12705-1665855000-1665855000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:26th Anniversary Gala — Celebrate Asian Love DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/celebration-asian-love/ LOCATION:Pacific Renaissance Plaza\, 388 Ninth Street\, Suite 290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/heart_hand-1@3x.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221021T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221022T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T234417 CREATED:20221013T205538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T182514Z UID:13020-1666350000-1666454400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Community Ofrenda Building 2022: Celebrating Día De Los Muertos with OMCA DESCRIPTION:The Memory of Taste Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 | 2 PM | FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a heartfelt community event as Chef Tu David Phu returns to Oakland\, the place where his culinary journey began. In partnership with the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, Chef Tu David Phu will celebrate the release of his new book\, The Memory of Taste\, with an insightful panel discussion centered around diasporic communities and their food\, facilitated by Bryant Terry. Followed by a raffle with exciting prizes\, including five copies of The Memory of Taste.   This event is a tribute to the vibrant Oakland community and its profound impact on Chef Tu David Phu’s life and career. Let’s come together to celebrate food\, culture\, and community in the heart of Oakland. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a local culinary icon and take home a piece of his culinary artistry.   Purchase your copy of The Memory of Taste signed by Chef Tu David Phu and have a chance to meet him in person.   Eastwind Books of Berkeley will be selling copies of The Memory of Taste at this event\, and the Oakland Public Library will have copies available to check out.    This event is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center and the Oakland Public Library.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Chef Tu David Phu \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chef Tu David Phu\, a San Francisco Chronicle Rising Star Chef\, embodies a culinary narrative deeply inspired by his heritage and the resilient spirit of his refugee parents. His journey from his mother’s Oakland garden to the pinnacle of culinary acclaim is a testament to his profound connection to his Vietnamese roots and culinary expertise. A two-time TEDx speaker and Top Chef alumnus\, Chef Phu’s prowess extends beyond the kitchen to impactful storytelling\, notably through his Emmy-nominated PBS film Bloodline. His forthcoming cookbook\, The Memory of Taste\, is eagerly anticipated as a homage to his family’s legacy\, promising a collection of recipes and stories celebrating his birthright and culinary innovation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Bryant Terry \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Photo by Carlos Chavarria \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bryant Terry is a multidisciplinary artist\, James Beard Award-winning chef\, publisher\, and author. His work is rooted in ancestral inspiration and encourages people to pursue a more healthful\, just\, and sustainable world. He has authored five highly acclaimed cookbooks\, San Francisco Magazine recognized him as one of the 11 Smartest People in the Bay Area Food Scene and by Fast Company as one of “9 People Who Are Changing the Future of Food.” Regarding his food justice activism\, Terry’s mentor Alice Waters says\, ‘Bryant Terry knows that good food should be an everyday right and not a privilege.’ From 2015 to 2022\, he served as the inaugural Chef-in-Residence at the Museum of the African Diaspora in San Francisco\, where he curated innovative public programming blending food\, farming\, health\, activism\, art\, and culture. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/communityofrenda2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/10212022_CommunityOfrenda_Thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR