Arts/Entertainment

Asian Comedy Fest Is Closing Out AAPI Month With Laughs

The festival brings together a diverse lineup of comedians for a night that blends laughter, community, and celebration.
Food

Finding Culture and Community at MatchaFest Chicago

What started as a centuries-old tradition rooted in Japanese tea ceremonies has found its way into our daily routines, our café orders, and our weekend cravings. And this May 16, it’s stepping into the spotlight at MatchaFest, taking over SeatGeek Stadium in the most vibrant way possible.
Community

45 Years of Voice & Vision: Honoring the Changemakers of CMAA

If you want to see what true community resilience looks like, you only need to look at the Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA).
Business

Richland is About More Than Rent

For many in Chicago's Asian community, Richland has become a source of familiarity and belonging. That is why recent news regarding the future of this underground food hall is resonating far beyond typical real estate concerns. 
Arts/Entertainment

McDonalds x Netflix Just Dropped a K-Pop Collab And Its Bigger Than a Meal

McDonald’s is teaming up with Netflix to bring the world of K-Pop Demon Hunters to life starting March 31. This isn't just a menu drop it’s a full-scale cultural takeover where fans choose between rival groups HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys.
Community

When the Seafood City Aisles Transform Into a Filipino Community Club Party

On March 6 and 7, the Filipino grocery chain hosted “Late Night Madness,” a sold-out pop-up that kept its doors open until midnight. What unfolded was not just a dance party tucked between shelves of pantry staples, but a reimagining of what a community space can look like.