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Asian Events in South Florida for October

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Excited to announce I’m posting a monthly Asian Events in South Florida for October on Instagram @wokstar and my blog. Please check with event organizers prior to going. 

Let us know in comments below which event you’re heading to?

Here’s what I have so far, keep checking back for more UPDATES!

Tues. Oct.1-31: @morikamimuseum
Visit their website for wonderful ongoing events throughout the year. Workshops, classes for tea ceremony, Ikebana, cultural demonstrations, special programs, events for family fun.

Tues. Oct 1: @larowan.co Larowan
AANHPI artisan & unique products presented by Jea Tang.

Tues. Oct 1-15: @cityarts_orlando @asianculturalassociation 
Asian Cultural Association
An art exhibit celebrating the exuberance of Ganesh in Orlando.

Wed. Oct 2-13: @phucyea
Phuc Yea celebrates Jewish Holidays with Matzoh Ball Pho, a fusion of Jewish and SE Asian flavors.

Sat. Oct.5-7: @asianculturalassociation
30th Annual Beyond Bollywood Enzian & Asian Cultural Association Film Festival  in Orlando. 

Sat. Oct 12: @ives_and_bees X @templestreeteatery X @kittybobateahouse Ives and Bees Temple Street Eatery
Candle making + light bites & drinks hosted by Temple Street Eatery.

Thurs. Oct 17: @Matysmiami X  @Tam.Tam.mia
Multi-course Peruvian and Vietnamese fusion dinner by Val Chang and Tam Pham. Visit Maty’s and Tam Tam for more details.

Sat. Oct 19: @1800lucky @nicoleponseca @cross.cultures @lutongpinoyfilipinocuisine Visit @chertiu for full details.
Do NOT miss this fun Banana Catchup all day Filipino Fest with authentic Filipino food, music, and dance at 1-800Lucky.

Recap: Indonesian Dinner, a huge success at Krakatoa Cuisine with Wok Star Supper Club

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What a magical feast at Krakatoa Cuisine! Thanks to Chef Abe, John and the team. The presentation and flavors were spot on! 

My WOK STAR SUPPER CLUB introduces you to new foods, you’ll get to make new friends and it’s to promote mostly Asian chef owned restaurants!  We create an Exclusive Prix Fixe Menu at a reasonable deal. Guests in this dinner included a chiropractor, HR manager/musician/podcaster, a judge, a model, singer/artist, sword performer/techno dancer, ex-restaurant owner, a sewing teacher, dermatologist, import/export executive, PR consultant, a couple both attorneys and more.

Guests at Wok Star Supper Club at Krakatoa Cuisine, May 19, 2024

Check out this Reel to give you an idea from that day…

Reels from the Gastronomic Indonesian Culinary Experience at Krakatoa Cuisine with Wok Star Supper Club, May 19, 2024

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Don’t miss future monthly gatherings! I’ve got some interesting ones lined up like Cuban Asian, Peruvian Japanese (Nikkei), Chifa etc.

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I know it was a successful dinner cause everyone asked “when’s the next one?”

Thanks everyone for being a part of this Culinary Experience. Till the next one.

Thanks Time Out Miami for getting the news out.

How to make crispy noodles and dumplings fast

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My second 5 minute Facebook Live experiment didn’t pan out as well as expected. So, more experimenting.  Under the broiler vs frying in your wok requires much less oil and effort.
The traditional technique to crispy gyozas/dumplings is to fry with oil, then add liquid and cover but it requires vigilance and can only be done in small batches. That, for me and most of you will be frustrating especially when you’re doing it for a big party.

Watch and see what you think, leave your questions and what you’d like to see more of and join in the conversation HERE or if you prefer, comment below.

#techniqueoverbrand hashtag on  Instagram was so true, the Nasoya brand definitely didn’t work as well as the Wei Chuan dumpling brand I normally use. They turned out perfect as you can see here. They now have Shan-Dong dumplings without MSG.
As I always say, not all brands are equal.  FYI, neither of the posts were sponsored.