A Taste of the Dragon: Design and Eat Your Mooncake

Do you love food, dessert, and Asian culture? Then you cannot miss this event. You may never encounter an opportunity like this: create your own original mooncakes and enjoy a cultural adventure in the Heritage Museum.

Workshop Highlight:

Edible Creation: Dive into a blend of art and food in this unique, unprecedented Mooncake Design Workshop. Experience firsthand how art can be transformed into edible creations through brainstorming, designing, and making.

Symbolism of Dragon: Explore the rich symbolism of the dragon as you design your own mooncakes, inspired by its cultural significance.

This hands-on experience offers a unique opportunity to channel your creativity and connect with the dragon’s legacy through a practical and artistic activity. Limited spots are available—reserve your place today!

Let’s eat!

Please note tours may be canceled or postponed due to unforeseen circumstances.

Artist Bio

Ruiying Xiong is a designer deeply committed to creative problem-solving, drawing inspiration from diverse cultures. She is enthusiastic about pushing the boundaries of art and design through an interdisciplinary and intercultural approach. Ruiying enjoys exploring the tactility and playfulness of tangible experiences for audiences. She combines food and art, creating sensory experiences that explore the emotions found in artwork through the ingredients and flavors of food. Her goal is to enable people to understand art in a multi-sensory space that transcends the visual. Website: ruiyingxiong.com.

Accessibility

The Heritage Museum of Asian Art's Entrance is on West 35th Street. Take the elevator to the third floor and turn right to the Museum Reception Desk. Accessible and standard toilets are located on the same floor. Free parking space is available next to the museum via West 35th Street.

If you have any programming questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with [email protected] or 312-842-8884.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Heritage Museum of Asian Art, 3500 South Morgan Street, Chicago, United States