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South China Morning Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
How Instagram influencer who speaks Hakka Chinese honours her unique family roots
At first sight, you probably would not guess that Jephina Lueche could speak Hakka, a Chinese language variety most widely spoken in China's south, let alone that she teaches it to others. Advertisement But the content creator of Chinese and Guyanese descent has been giving short lessons on basic but useful everyday Hakka phrases on social media for over four years, wowing tens of thousands of followers along the way. An Instagram video of her speaking Hakka while sharing Peking duck with her multicultural relatives has racked up more than 2 million views. Other 'Hakka 101' clips, in which she covers practical phrases like 'good night', 'I like you' and 'don't speak', have also generated much online interest and reaction, as have her culture-focused videos, earning her more than 90,000 followers. The video that really kicked things off for her was posted in February 2021. It was one of her first Instagram videos detailing her family and features footage of her late Chinese grandmother playing with Lueche's now seven-year-old son.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Acclaimed chef returns to Celtic Manor with new concept
An acclaimed chef has made his return to an iconic Newport resort. Larkin Cen, who reached the finals of MasterChef in 2013, is back at the Celtic Manor Resort, where his culinary journey began. The Cardiff-born chef, who was originally trained as a lawyer, swapped the courtroom for the kitchen after his success on the BBC show. He went on to open Cen at Celtic Manor Resort in 2016, a bold Asian dining concept that quickly earned recognition for its fusion of traditional Chinese flavours and contemporary flair. Following a successful three years at the five-star resort, Larkin expanded his culinary vision by creating his own fast casual noodle and bao bar brand chain, now called XO. He later appeared on The Great British Menu before returning to the Celtic Manor Resort in 2023 with The Monkey King, a pop-up dining experience inspired by the legendary Chinese novel Journey to the West. Nearly a decade since his first venture at Celtic Manor, Larkin returns with a fresh new vision for his residency at the resort's renamed Asian restaurant – PAD by Larkin Cen. Guests can look forward to a vibrant, refined menu, shaped by Larkin's journey from his parents' Chinese takeaway kitchen to national TV screens. A standout feature of the new menu is the Legendary Peking Duck Experience (£60 per person), an indulgent celebration of Peking duck, where the whole duck is served and cooked classically. The à la carte menu also showcases innovative Asian tapas, large plates and a Curries of Asia section plus set sharing menus offering diners the chance to sample a range of Larkin's signature dishes. Chef Larkin Cen said: "Returning to Celtic Manor Resort feels like coming full circle. "My vision has always been to take the traditional dishes I grew up with and elevate them into something beautiful, combining authenticity with creativity. "This new menu is a celebration of classic Asian flavours, presented in a fresh and exciting way and served in the wonderful surroundings of the resort. "I'm looking forward to returning to my roots and picking up where we left off." Celtic Manor Resort operations director David Griffin added: "We're delighted to welcome back such a talented and inspiring chef and look forward to this exciting new chapter in our shared culinary journey with the launch of PAD by Larkin Cen. "We know Larkin will create a truly special dining experience for our guests to enjoy." Larkin's new menu is available at PAD by Larkin Cen, with dinner service available from 6pm to 9.30pm.
CNA
07-05-2025
- Business
- CNA
Singapore-based fine-dining Chinese restaurant Imperial Treasure debuts in Japan
Singapore-based fine dining Chinese restaurant Imperial Treasure is now available in Tokyo, Japan with the grand opening of its Ginza location on Apr 27 this year. Housing a total of 54 seats, the new outlet in the city's luxury shopping district offers an elegant setting with sculptures crafted by Japanese artisans, and a range of sophisticatedly designed spaces from fully private dining rooms to semi-private areas, perfect for business occasions and private gatherings. Imperial Treasure Ginza will offer their fine Chinese delicacies to customers, including renowned signature dish Peking Duck, served across 10 Imperial Treasure restaurants worldwide. Other signature dishes at the Ginza restaurant include the Crispy Chicken Fillet Stuffed with Minced Shrimp, Claypot Rice with Crab and Diced Ginger, and Roasted Suckling Pig Stuffed with Glutinous Rice. To celebrate its debut in Japan, Imperial Treasure also surprised guests with its Ginza-exclusive menu, including offerings like Sauteed Egg White with Sea Urchin, Deep-fried Amadai Fish Fillet with Crispy Rice, and Crispy Chicken Fillet Stuffed with Minced Shrimp. The restaurant's wine list, meticulously curated by an in-house sommelier, offers a distinguished selection of French fine wines — including grand maisons such as Chateau Lafite and Chateau Margaux, an exquisite range of Japanese whiskies, artisanal sake, and wines as well as Chinese treasures like Moutai and aged yellow wine. 'We are thrilled to finally introduce Imperial Treasure to Japan. Japanese diners have an extraordinary appreciation for precision, craftsmanship, and seasonality, all these are values that align perfectly with Imperial Treasure's philosophy,' said Kenny Leung, chief executive officer of Imperial Treasure Restaurant Group. 'This new Imperial Treasure location was carefully selected after years of searching, to ensure that both business professionals and guests who prefer a private space can enjoy their meal in complete comfort. We sincerely hope all our guests will experience an impeccable fine Chinese dining experience at Imperial Treasure.'
Los Angeles Times
25-04-2025
- Business
- Los Angeles Times
Popular Canadian Asian grocery chain to open in Irvine next year
Canada's largest Asian grocery chain is continuing its expansion into California with plans to open a new location in Irvine early next year. It will be among the first storefronts in the state for T&T Supermarket, which has more than 33 stores in Vancouver, Toronto and other Canadian cities. The supermarket is popular in Canada for fresh produce and a variety of hot food cooked on site, including Asian street food and staples such as Peking Duck. The store in Irvine will also offer Asian wines and spirits and T&T private label products. Its bakery will sell viral Asian treats, including lava mochi puffs and Napoleon Portuguese egg tarts. Orange County's 34,000-square-foot T&T Supermarket will anchor a new restaurant and retail development in the Great Park community called the Canopy at Great Park, according to a statement from the company. The Canopy, which is being built by Southern California real estate developer Almquist, will feature 90,000 square feet of shopping, dining and public space. The location is slated to open in winter of 2026, the chain said. The first U.S. location opened in Bellevue, Wash., in December 2024, and the company also has plans to open stores in San Francisco and San Jose by the end of next year. 'Ever since we announced our U.S. entry, we have been getting customer requests all across the United States,' T&T Chief Executive Tina Lee said in a statement. 'I know T&T may not be well-known in Irvine, but we are excited to surprise our shoppers with a unique shopping experience.' Irvine's T&T is likely to face competition, as popular Asian markets including H Mart and Mitsuwa Marketplace are already established in the area. Southern California shoppers can also frequent 99 Ranch, which has a location in Westwood, and Zion Market, which has locations in Koreatown and San Diego. Irvine's population of more than 300,000 is nearly 45% Asian. T&T Supermarket first opened in British Columbia in 1993 and is currently run by the founder's daughter, Lee, who took over in 2014. Canadian retailer Loblaw Companies acquired the chain in 2009, though it is operated as an independent subsidiary.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Yahoo
Why you should visit Mississauga—Canada's lakeside city
While Mississauga's sleek yet modest skyline and expansive waterfront might not be as well known as the limelight-stealing attractions of neighbouring Toronto, this attractive city on the shores of Lake Ontario has plenty to offer. As home to the country's largest airport, it serves as the entry point for many travellers to Canada, but there's much to reward visitors who stick around, with more than 500 wildlife-filled parks, an international food scene and Niagara Falls just across the water, plus a vibrant schedule of year-round markets and festivals. Here's what not to miss in Mississauga. In the heart of the city, Riverwood Park's 150 acres features curated gardens blooming with rhododendrons, as well as forests, wetlands and meadows hiding herons, sandpipers, hawks, owls and the country's iconic blue jays. With a revolving activity program, travellers can book an expert-led birding trek, or a nighttime nature tracking walk for all the family, as the park's forests rustle to life. For more wildlife encounters, tread Rattray Marsh's maze of footpaths towards the city's western shores to spy egrets, white-tailed deer and beavers that inhabit the 90-acre conservation area. On the easterly edge of Lake Ontario, you can hire a kayak from Port Credit Adventure Rentals to explore picturesque waterways at family-friendly Lakefront Promenade Park, or go for a dip on one of the sandy beaches. In spring, Kariya Park's cherry blossoms flourish in a sea of pink petals. The trees were gifted by Mississauga's Japanese sister city, Kariya, and flower amidst Japanese-inspired architecture and artworks creating the most tranquil of settings in Downtown. During the city's balmy summer, pack a picnic and wander some of Erindale Park's 222 acres along the meandering Culham woodland trail. As the season changes, fishing for salmon in the Credit River is a relaxing way to bask in the park's golden autumnal scenery. Mississauga's history as an immigration hub has brought a multitude of peoples and cuisines from around the world — about 50% of the city's 750,000 residents speak English as a second language. As a result, Mississauga's cultural and culinary scenes are just as rich as its natural landscapes. Start at cobbled-stoned Streetsville, nicknamed 'the village in the city' thanks to its charming 19th-century centre, which is dotted with independent shops and restaurants. Here, delve into deep-fried burritos at Border MX Mexican Grill, or share a smoky goat karahi at Charsi Karahi BBQ. In the city centre, MCC – Mississauga Chinese Centre hosts an array of unique shops, food stalls and restaurants from across east Asia, like QJD serving authentic Peking Duck or Sushi Omigoto for sashimi and bento. For Middle Eastern flavours head to Tarboosh, or tuck in to Indian fare at Tamarind Modern Indian Bistro and Guru Lukshmi, the latter specialising in vegetarian dishes like spicy chilli-cheese dosa. And for variety, Square One — Ontario's largest shopping centre with over 300 retailers— has more than 100 dining options. Its Food District is loaded with independent stalls dishing-up everything from pulled pork poutine to Japanese cheesecake. After dinner, catch a show at nearby Mississauga Living Arts Centre, where performances range from stand-up comedy to classical symphonies and rap. Like its restaurants, Mississauga's calendar of events showcases the city's diversity, with festivals like May's Carassauga and August's Japan Festival, celebrating multiculturalism via food, music, and dance. Many of Mississauga's events take place at the city's central hub — Celebration Square. These range from elite skateboarding competition Jackalope in July and APIK ski and snowboarding festival in February, to Lions Farmers' Market from June to October. One of numerous farmers' markets to pop up during summer, also worth paying a visit is Lakeview Farmers' Market for local preserves and organic cider, or peruse artisanal products by the water's edge at Port Credit. This vibrant waterside neighbourhood, flanked by the city's marina and its emblematic lighthouse, also hosts the Southside Shuffle Blues & Jazz Festival in September. In the evening, The Night Market TO summer and autumn events series delivers feasts and festivities — like Harvest Fest at Square One. Embodying all the joys of fall, this event offers pumpkin photo opportunities and food trucks serving maple syrup treats. This paid content article was created for Visit Mississauga. It does not necessarily reflect the views of National Geographic, National Geographic Traveller (UK) or their editorial staffs. To subscribe to National Geographic Traveller (UK) magazine click here. (Available in select countries only).
