Minnesota Rice is a collective effort to raise awareness and money.
A group of local chefs and bartenders are using their talents to raise awareness and give support in the face of racism toward Asian Americans.
Coming in May, Minnesota Rice will launch a series of seven virtual master classes that, according to the website, “teach you how to make some of our favorite dishes and drinks that speak to who we are as Asian Americans.”
And the list of participants is impressive: Christina Nguyen of Hai Hai and Hola Arepa, Yia Vang of Union Hmong Kitchen and Vinai, Ann Kim of Young Joni, Pizzeria Lola, Hello Pizza and Sooki & Mimi; John Ng and Lina Goh of Zen Box Izakaya, Ann Ahmed of Lat14 and Lemon Grass, Dustin Nguyen of Tres Leches and Jonathan Janssen of Brother Justus.
Their purpose: “Get to know us, learn our stories, let us share a piece of ourselves with you.” Continue reading.