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Chinese Dumplings With Chives

Homemade Chinese dumpling with chives are easy to make, whether for a festive occasion like Lunar New Year or just a regular dinner.

NPR: How the Instant Pot Became So Popular

Why is everyone talking about the Instant Pot? And what is it, anyway? I followed my curiosity about this kitchen gadget and turned it into an article.

Maxine Hong Kingston 40 Years After The Woman Warrior

I met up with Maxine Hong Kingston at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Woman Warrior. Here’s what hindsight has taught her about writing.

Open a ScholarShare Account on December 9 and Get $50 Holiday Match

Just start a new account with at least $50. You can even buy ScholarShare gift cards at Toys R Us.

Where Do We Go From Here?

The election’s over. We hear about “healing”. And moving to Canada. The real solutions are going to be much harder, I’m afraid.

Center for Asian American Media: Asian Americans in Hollywood After #OscarsSoWhite

My latest article for CAAM talks to some prominent Asians in Hollywood to find out what has — and hasn’t changed — this year.

Boba Tea and AAPI Data Disaggregation

Sometimes, two stories come together. How my PRI article about the #RethinkYourAsianDrink boba tea campaign and a California bill for disaggregation of Asian Pacific Islander data came about.

Asian American Tarot Cards: Art Meets Mental Health

Fortune telling meets mental wellness. How artists and writers raised over $20,000 for Asian American tarot cards to address mental health

Open a ScholarShare Account on December 9 and Get $50 Holiday Match

Just start a new account with at least $50. You can even buy ScholarShare gift cards at Toys R Us.

Where Do We Go From Here?

The election’s over. We hear about “healing”. And moving to Canada. The real solutions are going to be much harder, I’m afraid.

Water Bottle Flipping? There’s Worse Things They Could Be Doing

It’s not on a screen, and they might actually get some exercise! Why the water bottle flipping trend is almost too good to be true.

September Is College Savings Month #CollegeSavingsPledge

Some tips on how to pay for your kids’ education during College Savings Month… plus a chance to win $500 from our partners at ScholarShare!

Maxine Hong Kingston 40 Years After The Woman Warrior

I met up with Maxine Hong Kingston at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Woman Warrior. Here’s what hindsight has taught her about writing.

Same Family, Different Colors Book Review and Giveaway

A new book by Lori Tharps explores how different shades of skin affect people in the same family. Read on to learn more and enter for a chance to win.

Talking With Grace Lin When the Sea Turned to Silver

Listen to my interview with Grace Lin, author of the new book When the Sea Turned to Silver, about her latest story, her inspiration, and diversity.

Book Review: Deceit and Other Possibilities by Vanessa Hua

The debut short story collection by San Francisco Chronicle columnist Vanessa Hua, Deceit and Other Possibilities, reveals a versatile writer to watch.

A Peek Behind the Scenes at Pixar Studios

Photos from behind the scenes at Pixar Studios in Emeryville where we got a sneak peek at the new movie Inside Out. #InsideOutEvent

Snapshots From San Francisco Chinatown

Photos from our trip to San Francisco Chinatown

This is a Day in My #LifeAPA

The Smithsonian APA Center put out a call for photos of everyday Asian American life. Here’s what a typical Saturday afternoon in my life looks like.

A Pumpkin Story

One of my favorite parts of fall is visiting a pumpkin patch. All those bright colors just lifts your spirits. Check out this pumpkin story photoessay.

Same Family, Different Colors Book Review and Giveaway

A new book by Lori Tharps explores how different shades of skin affect people in the same family. Read on to learn more and enter for a chance to win.