About this Event
Where Can You Source Your Food in Philly? -Asian Markets in Philadelphia
On his website Asian Markets of Philadelphia, David writes "The point of this blog is to highlight hidden specialties I find among the 100 or so markets in and around the city that cater to customers of East, Southeast, South, Central and West Asian heritage." Come to CLC where he will tell us about one of these markets.
La Sripanawongsa is a local educator who was born and raised in Isaan (Northeast Thailand), a region celebrated for its bold and spicy flavors and distinctive ingredients like fermented fish, sour pork, and abundant tropical herbs. Deeply rooted in the rich culinary traditions of Isaan, La has a passion for recreating the flavors of home using fresh ingredients sourced locally. Alongside her lifelong love of food, La has also dedicated over 15 years to education, blending cultural storytelling with a commitment to community and learning.
David Dettmann is a Philadelphia-based food writer and is Associate Director of the Center for East Asian Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. David works in educational outreach and has considerable experience living in and studying China, Central Asia, and Thailand. He is the author of Asian Markets of Philadelphia, a blog that focuses on cooking with the rich offerings from Philadelphia's incredible range of specialized markets that cater to the region's many Asian communities: asianmarketsphilly.com
Space is limited and priority will be given to registered attendees. Tickets will be honored up until 5:20 pm, please arrive by 5:15 pm to guarantee your seat. At 5:20 pm, we will fill open seats. Please email [email protected] for more information.
Tickets for this class will be available at noon on Tuesday, October 13th.
This class is for adults over the age of 18. Any guests under the age of 18 will not be admitted to the kitchen.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, United States
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