Something strange happened this weekend on the Billboard Top 100. The top two singles were “Fly Like a G6” by Far East Movement, “Just the Way You Are” by Bruno Mars. What’s the big deal? For the first time ever, Asian Americans have taken over the top two spots in the American music stage. Is this a fluke or have Asian Americans finally broken through the “bamboo ceiling” … [Read more...] about Far East Movement and Bruno Mars break the “Bamboo Ceiling”
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A Teacher’s Reach
Article is written by highly acclaimed writer Andrew Lam and author of East Eats West. The teacher who nurtured a young Vietnamese immigrant with empathy and kindness opened the way to a new culture, new possibilities, a new life. The man who stood at the entrance to my New World was my first English teacher, Ernie Kaeselau. He passed away recently, and though I hadn't … [Read more...] about A Teacher’s Reach
Mosquito Nets & Blankets Needed for Flood Victims
Summary: Since Oct 6th, 2010, the monsoon season brought heavy flood to Ha Tinh and Quang Binh provinces and caused 112 deaths and 150,000 displaced families. With $30, you can provide a family with mosquito net, blankets, and warm clothings to survive the winter. By The Numbers 112 Current deaths caused by the flood. 150K Displaced families. $30 To help a family survive … [Read more...] about Mosquito Nets & Blankets Needed for Flood Victims
Superstitions Ba Noi Told Me
When I was younger my paternal grandmother lived in the same house as me until I reached middle school. Being in such close proximity with her opened my mind to the wonders of Vietnamese culture and traditions. Through her, I realized how superstitious Vietnamese people can be. The moment I sneezed, scratched my ear, wore a white headband, etc she would begin her monologues on … [Read more...] about Superstitions Ba Noi Told Me
How funky is Rachel Ray’s Phunky Pho?
You can bet that we at OVN love pho as much as Anthony Bourdain does. Please enjoy this interesting article written by Andrea Nguyen at www.vietworldkitchen.com I’m traveling right now in Asia, tasting and talking to lots of locals about street food, ingredients, and culture. Back in the States, my old friend Simon B. gave me a heads up on a recipe from this week’s Rachel … [Read more...] about How funky is Rachel Ray’s Phunky Pho?