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Asian Female Food Bloggers
Cooking is such an important part of Asian culture! In the spirit of Women’s History Month, what better time than now to bring some recognition to some popular Asian female food bloggers on Instagram so we can diversify our taste buds, learn new skills in the kitchen, and get inspired to make some new scrumptious dishes at home?
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Asian Characters That Represented My Childhood
Growing up as an Asian American, there was not much representation in popular media. Each time a character that slightly resembled me popped up on my TV screen, I would get so excited with a bright smile. I felt like I could relate to these characters and believed that a piece of my background was appreciated in American culture. Thankfully, as more time has passed, Asian representation in movies and TV Shows has become more prevalent. However, this does not mean that I have forgotten the Asian characters that I grew up with. With a deep connection to each one of them, I would like to share the Asian characters…
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Inspiring Asian Influencers and Creators on Instagram
As an active user of the social media platform Instagram, I often browse through my feed for inspiration for makeup, outfits, food, or art. As someone who uses Instagram for a creative outlet, it is always exciting to see Asian influencers on my feed. Here are my favorite Asian Instagram influencers I often get inspiration from!
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An Underrated Chef
Upon graduating from New York University, Chef Vicky Lau embarked on an advertising career as a graphic designer, where she honed her ability to leverage subtle visual cues to elicit audience responses—a skill later integrated into her culinary endeavors. Fueled by her passion for the culinary arts, Lau pursued culinary education at the esteemed Le Cordon Bleu in Bangkok, subsequently refining her talents at the Michelin-starred Cépage in Hong Kong under Chef Sebastien Lepinoy's guidance.
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Flavorful Narratives: Stephanie Soo, Queen of Mukbang and Digital Storytelling
In the vast growing digital world where creators are fleeting attention, Stephanie Soo emerges as a multifaceted gem, often underappreciated for the amount of research, dedication, and enjoyment she creates from her dazzling content. As a female Asian creator, Stephanie brings a unique blend of vulnerability, strength, personality, dedication, and relatability to her content, weaving narratives that resonate deeply with a diverse audience. Her journey underscores her excellence as a digital storyteller and highlights the broader discourse on the representation and visibility of Asian women in media landscapes often dominated by homogeneous voices.
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A Mother-Daughter’s Unbreakable Bond
For many, a mother is a role model, best friend, and pillar of strength for her daughter. A mother comforts her daughter during moments of weakness. A mother gives advice to her daughter on how to dress. A mother warns her daughter about boys. A mother, most importantly, loves her daughter unconditionally, as they emotionally understand their daughter the best. It is widely believed that the relationship between mothers and daughters is the strongest of all parent-child bonds, and although I disagreed with this belief for a long time, I now understand the truth.
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Spotlighting Melanie Gasmen: Asian Creators on Campus
November is highly associated with Black Friday deals and early holiday shopping, I thought it would be nice to show an ethical, great quality product made by one of my closest friends here at UD, Melanie Gasmen. Melanie Gasmen is a junior at the University of Delaware with a major in visual communications. This year, she designed FSA’s first ever tote bag, which has become a staple in my wardrobe ever since. You can take it with you on your next shopping trip, or gift to a friend!
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Kim Pegula: Businesswoman, Philanthropist, Activist
As the weather starts to get warmer, people are starting to partake in more outdoor activities. One activity I highly recommend is a game of catch with a football-- or, for those who love to run, have someone throw the ball to you during your light jog!
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An Unforeseen Lineage
As amazing as it is to have so many prominent Asian female idols in history and the media, sometimes the ones who empower us the most are those from our everyday lives. Before coming to the University of Delaware, so many students like me grew up in predominantly white communities, and we did not really have mentors that we related to culturally. I never thought that one day, I would find a group of women just like me who once felt the same way.
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Christine Hà: The Blind Cook on Her Journey to Reclaim Herself
“If you can’t see how steep a mountain is, then you can’t fear it.” That is how Christine Hà, a then 33-year-old home cook with visual impairment, stepped into the U.S Master Chef’s legendary kitchen and mesmerized Gordran Ramsay with her Vietnamese comfort food - clay pot-style catfish. From that moment onward, I know I am watching the history of the culinary world in the making. I see a star is born.
