Author Gil Asakawa shares about the history of Japanese cuisine at book signing event

To promote diverse, local authors in Colorado, Asian Avenue Magazine organized its inaugural Meet the Author event, featuring Japanese American blogger and writer Gil Asakawa.

Passionate readers, Japanese foodies, and fans of all-things Japanese signed up for the January 19th event to hear Asakawa talk about the evolution of Japanese cuisine enculturated into American culture, from sukiyaki to sushi found in grocery stores.

“This was a lovely event. I enjoyed listening to the historical information as it related to food,” said attendee Gloria Padilla.

For many years, Asakawa has contributed articles and photos to Asian Avenue Magazine, sharing his knowledge of Japanese cultures and food. The magazine staff wanted to, in return, show its support for Asakawa’s new book, Tabemasho! Let’s Eat!

Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Kokoro Restaurant, No Ke Aloha, and Pacific Mercantile --- bento boxes, Japanese crackers and snacks, bottled drinks, iced tea, and matcha tea --- were provided.

Japanese gift items, donated by Sakura Foudnation, were raffled to three winners at the end of the presentation. Then Asakawa signed his books with personalized messages for the attendees.

Autographed books are still available from the Crowded Bookshelf, a female-owned independent bookstore based in Fort Collins.

Contact Asian Avenue at hello@ AsianAveMag.com to obtain an autographed book by Gil Asakawa. Support your local Colorado author, while learning about Japanese foods!