What
Chinese New Year with Slow Food of Southern Arizona
When
6 p.m., Thursday, January 19
Where
Lotus Garden
5975 E. Speedway Blvd.
More Info
slowfoodsouthernaz.org
Slow Food of Southern Arizona is welcoming the year of the rooster with a Chinese New Year dinner at Lotus Garden this Thursday, January 19 at 6 p.m.
Chef Darryl Wong will host the dinner, which features ten courses, each with culturally significant symbolism.
Guests will learn the food lore behind each course, such as why noodles are long to symbolize longevity and happiness.
Fish is for prosperity, but the way it is eaten matters too, so pay attention to optimize your fortune.
Seats are $39 per person and with the event limited to 25 guests, reservations are required. To save a seat, please email info@slowfoodsouthernaz.org.
For more information, visit slowfoodsouthernaz.org.
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Article written by:
Jackie Tran
More about JackieJackie Tran is a Tucson-based food writer, photographer, culinary educator, and owner-chef of the now-closed food truck Tran’s Fats. Although he is best known locally for his work for Tucson Foodie, his work has also appeared in publications such as Bon Appétit, National Geographic, and the New York Times.
An adventurous foodie, he enjoys culinary experiences ranging from seasonal omakase to sloppily devouring green chili patty melts in his car afterhours. His favorite foods include aguachile, garlic noodles, and leftover fried chicken illuminated by the fridge light. His favorite drinks include morning micheladas, fireside imperial stouts, candle-lit negroni, and grassy mezcales.
Outside of food, he also loves playing musical instruments, karaoke, Tetris, Super Smash Bros. Melee, and petting Addie’s dog Spaghetti.
If you’d like to stalk him, visit his Instagram @jackie_tran_ or jackietran.com.
