BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Oakland Asian Cultural Center - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200131T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200131T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20200122T232054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200203T201106Z UID:7520-1580459400-1580464800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Creative Mornings 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-mornings/ 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/2020/01/20200131CreativeMorningsThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200202T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200202T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20190808T025019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200203T201019Z UID:7040-1580641200-1580655600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Lunar New Year 2020 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/lunar-new-year-2020/ 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/2019/08/Web-Thumb.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200207T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200207T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20200109T225440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200213T223047Z UID:7476-1581100200-1581105600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Tsuru Fold-In & Film 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/tsuru-fold-in-film-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/2020/01/20200207AndThenWebThumbnail-01.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200212T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200212T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20200130T235928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200213T223053Z UID:7564-1581530400-1581537600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Community Input Session for a New Mural 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/community-input-session-for-a-new-mural/ 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/2020/01/20200212CommRejuvenationThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200216T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200216T170000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20191213T075435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T224655Z UID:7395-1581865200-1581872400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Gish Jen's The Resisters Book Talk with Helen Zia 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/gish-jens-the-resisters-book-talk-with-helen-zia/ 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/2019/12/20200216GishJenTalk_WebsiteThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200219T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200219T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20200122T231812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200224T214153Z UID:7522-1582133400-1582140600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Bojagi Wrapping 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/bojagi-wrapping-workshop/ 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/2020/01/20200219BojagiThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200222 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200224 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20200103T004252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200224T215058Z UID:7457-1582329600-1582502399@oacc.cc SUMMARY:An Orphan For You Conference 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/an-orphan-for-you-conference/ 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/2020/01/20200223AOFYThumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200222T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200222T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20200109T225131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200312T212911Z UID:7465-1582392600-1582398000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Recalling the Ancestors: Buddhism and the WWII Japanese American Internment 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/recalling-the-ancestors-buddhism-and-the-wwii-japanese-american-internment/ 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/2020/01/20200222RecallingWebThumbnail-01.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200419T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200419T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20200331T223637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T173856Z UID:7809-1587301200-1587306600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Our Communities\, Climate Change\, and COVID-19 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/our-communities-climate-change-and-covid-19/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/20200419ClimateChangeThumbnail.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200430 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200701 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20200519T203201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200831T210203Z UID:7913-1588204800-1593561599@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Textures of April 30th" Traveling Exhibition: Call for Submissions 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-april-30th-traveling-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/2020/05/20210430TexturesThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200601 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20200513T195426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200609T185159Z UID:7873-1588291200-1590969599@oacc.cc SUMMARY:APA Heritage Month List of Community Events 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/apa-heritage-month-list-of-community-events/ 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/2020/05/2020APAHeritageMonthThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200530T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200530T133000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20200211T175916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200609T185133Z UID:7600-1590840000-1590845400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage 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/celebrating-our-heart-filled-heritage/ 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/2020/02/20200530HeritageThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200623T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200623T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192230 CREATED:20200609T190723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200624T204256Z UID:8006-1592910000-1592913600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Foundational Cooking Class Series: Session 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/foundational-cooking-class-series-1/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20200623CookingClassThumbnail-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200630T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200609T191820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200630T191051Z UID:8014-1593514800-1593518400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Foundational Cooking Class Series: Session 2 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/foundational-cooking-class-series-2/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20200623CookingClassThumbnail-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200707T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200707T170000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200609T191928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200708T174154Z UID:8016-1594137600-1594141200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Foundational Cooking Class Series: Session 3 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/foundational-cooking-class-series-3/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20200623CookingClassThumbnail-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200711T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200711T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200615T212228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200715T183928Z UID:8029-1594472400-1594479600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Healing Around Race: Creative Writing Workshop #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/healing-around-race-workshop-1/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20200711CreativeWritingThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200714T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200714T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200609T192022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200715T002306Z UID:8018-1594724400-1594728000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Foundational Cooking Class Series: Session 4 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/foundational-cooking-class-series-4/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20200623CookingClassThumbnail-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200725T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200725T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200615T212353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T181118Z UID:8033-1595682000-1595689200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Healing Around Race: Creative Writing Workshop #2 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/healing-around-race-workshop-2/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20200711CreativeWritingThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200829T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200829T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200617T001659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T185823Z UID:7753-1598709600-1598713200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Love Me As I Am: How to Have an Inter-generational Conversation on Beauty Standards and Self-Worth 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/convo-between-generations/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/LOVE-ME-AS-I-AM_-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200925T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200925T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200717T182601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T180006Z UID:8610-1601053200-1601060400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Quarantini Mixer: Spritz\, Mix\, & Drink From Home with Viridian and OACC 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/quarantini-mixer/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cocktail_thumb_02-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201012T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201012T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200923T225708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T184228Z UID:8701-1602525600-1602531000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"In the Land of My Ancestors" Film & Conversation 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/in-the-land-of-my-ancestors/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/20201012LandofAncestorsThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201016T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201016T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200923T200143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201024T173258Z UID:8683-1602871200-1602874800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Banchan Cooking Workshop 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/banchan-workshop-1/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/20201016Banchan1_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201017T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201017T140000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200824T203306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T182442Z UID:8617-1602939600-1602943200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Chinatown Pretty Book 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/chinatown-pretty-book-talk/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/20201017ChinatownPrettyThumbnail-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201024T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201024T103000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20201002T012455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201024T173423Z UID:8717-1603533600-1603535400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Sari-Sari Story Time 1: Amina and the City of Flowers 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/sari-sari-story-time-1/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/20201024SariSariAminaThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201024T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201024T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200918T225921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201024T213741Z UID:8663-1603544400-1603549800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Oakland Chinatown Today\, Oakland Chinatown Tomorrow 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/oakland-chinatown-today-tomorrow/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/20201024OCTodayandTomorrowThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201030T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201030T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200923T200339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201031T165502Z UID:8687-1604080800-1604084400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Banchan Cooking Workshop 2 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/banchan-workshop-2/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/20201030Banchan2_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201031T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201031T103000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20201002T013034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T213623Z UID:8721-1604138400-1604140200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Sari-Sari Story Time 2: Kalipay and the Tiniest Tiktik 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/sari-sari-story-time-2/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/20201031SariSariKalipayThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201114T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201114T180000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20200718T004830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201115T021334Z UID:8128-1605369600-1605376800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:140 LBS: How Beauty Killed My Mother Virtual 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/140lbs/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/LOVE-ME-AS-I-AM_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201119T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20201019T204943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201120T031526Z UID:8825-1605808800-1605812400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:San Francisco's Chinatown: Resilience\, Survival\, and Celebration 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/sf-chinatown-book-talk/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/20201119SFChinatownThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201122T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201122T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T192231 CREATED:20201019T235654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201122T230620Z UID:8829-1606050000-1606057200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Write Now! SF Bay: Claim Ourselves\, Connect with Each Other 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/claim-ourselves-connect-with-each-other/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/11.22-OACC-Stand-Up_thumbnail.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR