Fashion and Food: A Celebration of Vietnamese New Year

Join us for Fashion and Food: A Celebration of Vietnamese New Year – an afternoon showcasing renowned artists and the unique and thoughtful Kicking off this afternoon is a reading and activity with celebrity fashion designer Thái Nguyễn and bestselling author Monique Truong for their newly-released book Mai’s Áo Dài! Written for readers of all backgrounds, this uplifting and affirming book is about embracing your heritage and the traditions that tie generations together. Attend this event to meet Thai and Monique and get your books signed! Thái Nguyễn will give us an exclusive look into his artistic craft as live models showcase his exquisite áo dài designs from North, Central, and South Vietnam. For those who have always wondered how to get accurately measured for a custom áo dài, you don’t want to miss this live in-person demo and follow-along activity! Moderated by Professor Anita Mannur from American University, this panel will explore the traditions and evolution of Vietnamese cuisine and the importance of food for building community in the Vietnamese diaspora. James Beard finalists Kevin Tien and Monique Truong will discuss how culinary aspirations are intrinsically tied to their own experiences and reflected in their work. Join us after the panel for a book signing and conversation with Monique, as well as a sampling of delicious Vietnamese foods eaten during Tết!

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, G Street Northwest, Washington, DC, USA

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