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EDITOR’S LETTER Welcome to the issue
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t’s finally here: longer days, lots of sunshine, and pleasantly warmer temperatures. And as we enjoy what is arguably the prettiest (and most comfortable) of seasons, we here at Asian Fusion Magazine are very excited to begin our third year of publication. And we’d like to take this opportunity to say “Thanks!” to all our friends, readers and advertisers for your continued support and for making Asian Fusion the New York area’s number one Asian lifestyle magazine. In this issue, we are, as always, pleased to introduce and spend some time with our cover girl, Ms. Aurelia Dagorn. She is a multi-talented individual who shares with us her love of Asian culture in both pictures and words. You’ll have a front-row seat at the China Institute Young Associate’s “Night of Fashion Then & Now”, held at Chelsea’s Cue Art Foundation. Then it’s on to the exciting and fun-filled grand opening of Hair Toto’s Beauty Complex. And after getting primped and pampered, we’ll give you a close-up look at Cody Sai’s latest fashions. Then it’s on to a fun and enjoyable day at Queens Crossing in Flushing, Queens. From the amazing beauty of Liuligongfang’s glass works of art, to a fashion catch-up with Mango’s women’s (and brand new Men’s) line of
ready-to-wear, to a soothing and relaxing cup of tea at Rose House, this is one beautiful shopping trip! Then come sit a little closer as we spend some personal time with our friends and celebrity chefs Peter How and Chris Cheung. Too tired to cook or go out to eat? Then just sit at your computer and we’ll tell you how to click on CFoodOnline.com to have your favorite local Asian food delivered right to your home. As the warm Summer months quickly are upon us, we’ll check in with our beauty expert Everylyn Ho for some beauty tips to follow in the upcoming months. And, probably like you, the warmer climate tells us to get out and see the world. This issue of Asian Fusion will get you to Taiwan and the exotic city of Nepal, along with a brief ‘stopover’ to check in on all the action happening at the Mohegan Sun Casino and Resort located in nearby southern Connecticut. So until next time, when in response to overwhelming requests, Asian Fusion will feature the culture, lifestyle, and delicious food of New York’s Thai community, we here at Asian Fusion want you to get out and experience our world...and be sure to bring us along with you!
Ching Yu Lin 5/25/2011
Aurelia Dagorn Making the World Beautiful One City at a Time
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FEATURES Cover Story
15 | Aurelia Dagorn Fashion
20 | The Culture Evolution of Historic Fashion 24 | Yesstyle.com
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29 | Crossing Art
32 | Irresistible Home Decor & Gift 38 | MANGO
40 | H.E. By MANGO 44 | Rose House
46 | Koreana Restaurant
48 | Mulan - A Hidden Gem 50 | Ajisen Ramen Beauty
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66 | Chris Cheung Restaurants
68 | RESERVE
70 | YUM YUM Q Food
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Aurelia Dagorn
Aurelia Dagorn Making the World Beautiful One City at a Time By Ching Yu Lin
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ctress, television host, model, make-up artist, and body/face painting artist, Aurelia Dagorn has traveled the world building experience and catching the aesthetic eyes of both Paris and New York. She is a graduate of the Make-Up Forever Academy in Paris. During her studies, Damien Dufresne, a well-respected French notable in the make-up scene, noted her talent, and with that praise, Aurelia began to work with him. She has worked for L’Oréal Paris, Les Galeries Lafayette, Fashion Week Paris, along with a variety of photo shoots, television shows, film, and theater covering a wide variety of topics such as fashion, beauty, and body/face painting. While staying steadily employed in the glamorous world of television and film, she continued to work for her alma mater, Make Up Forever Paris, throughout her rise to fame. 16 www.asianfusion-mag.com
Aurelia Dagorn Her passion for make-up began as soon as she held her first lipstick, which she secretly “borrowed” from her mother. She instantly knew who and what she wanted to be. Since then, Aurelia has been fascinated by the fashion world and followed her dream to be part of it. This ambition has lead Aurelia from the comforts of Paris to New York. Coming to New York has been a new challenge for her, and she has brought her French sensibilities and fresh outlook to the Big Apple. Currently, she works as a freelance make-up artist building her American reputation and already has a very busy schedule. Since she arrived in New York City, she has worked for numerous face-friendly media outlets such as magazines, commercials, music videos, films, shows, and fashion events. Always smiling, she is a positive person and enjoys this fast-paced life with a passion, so you can clearly see why she is so popular. Drawing inspiration from meeting new people, learning new cultures, and living in different ways, Aurelia wants to enrich the world with her art. Bubbling over with creativity, she constantly searches for and tests new concepts and techniques in make-up and ideas of beauty. In her quest to learn, her open-mindedness compels her to travel around the world – a bit of wanderlust to stimulate her creativity. One of her most prized experiences recently has been her trip around Asia. She traveled from Thailand to China, stopping in Singapore and Malaysia along the way. Hong Kong has particularly kept her attention balancing a modernized way of life with traditional Chinese practices. Quoting Aurelia, “This is a beautiful and amazing city - the markets, the cultural activities, the night life, and the show of buildings’ lights make this city a magicical entertainment hub. Asian people are so nice and welcoming; Asian food is so tasty and healthy, I would definitely like to live there for a while to learn more about this interesting culture.” A Parisian past - a New York minute, what’s next for Aurelia Dagorn in her global journey of growth? You can follow Aurelia on her journey @ http://www.aurelia-dagorn.blogspot.
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THEN & NOW The Cultural Evolution of Historic Fashion
he China Institute Young Associates, an organization comprised of students and young professionals, hosted “Night of Fashion: Then & Now”, where they fascinated fashion enthusiasts with traditional Chinese dresses tempered by the contemporary styles of four rising stars in the fashion world Asian-American designers Ann Yee, Arbitrage, Cody Sai, and Janet Zheng. CUE Art Foundation, located in the heart of Chelsea, provided the venue for this evening of fashion. The event’s unique theme was to showcase the Chinese cultural evolution from the costumes of the Zhou dynasty, the longest dynasty in China’s history, starting roughly in 1046 BC and lasting through 246 BC, to the 21st century. The new, young Asian-American trendsetters brought a fresh look to old styles, some showcasing pieces from their 2011 lines. Food, libations, and flashing cameras circulated throughout the entire night. The guests were delighted by an endless stream of cocktails and a variety of dim sum. Goodie bags filled with Popchips, the new fad in healthy junk food, as well as copies of our very own Asian Fusion magazine. Designer Cody Sai entertained the evening’s event guests in addition to the catwalk surprises. Clothing was not the only aspect of fashion being showcased during the event. The high-contrast white space provided a simple, yet fabulous background for accessories as well as clothing. From the row of seating lining the runway, guests could stay close to the action and still be able to see the additional wares available. Ken + Dana design, an NYC-based design collective exploring the art 20 www.asianfusion-mag.com
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and language of body decoration, showcased an extensive array of fashionable jewelry to accompany the clothing alongside the runway. The glittery gems and baubles caught the eye of not only the audience and press, but designers gravitated towards the one-of-akind designs, perhaps finding inspiration for a future clothing creation. The evening’s crowning jewel from the historical lineup was a traditional Chinese wedding gown embroidered with silver and gold thread. While guests and press alike were attracted to the wide variety of historical Chinese fashion from the Zhou Dynasty through to the Early Republic period, the highlight of the night were the young AsiaAmerican designers’ clothing lines. It began with Cody Sai’s pieces: a casual, ready-towear line, focusing on subtle details, comfortable fabrics, and natural colors, and proved just as relaxed and beautiful as the show itself. Janet Zheng’s refined, yet avant-garde menswear followed in quick succession. After Arbitrage showed off the best-fitting and most flattering dress shirts for all body types, which come with exceptional customer service from their FIT experts, the show closed with architectural cuts juxtaposed against soft draping women’s wear by Ann Yee. Ms. Yee’s line was visually provocative, yet completely wearable! Everyone in attendance made use of the opportunity to enjoy the emerging designer’s big night firsthand. Models and designers mingled with the guests, chattering away until the lights went out, signaling the end of the evening. A successful, fashion-filled and educational night was had by all.
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YesStyle.com / Shu Min Xu
Brings Asian Fashion to New Yorkers & the USA
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aving traveled Asia, I always thought East Asia was fashion forward, especially Hong Kong and Japan. In recent years, East Asia has begun to look to South Korea and Japan for all of their beauty and fashion trends. Korean and Japanese pop groups rule the radio waves and music television and so do their style and flare. I had always gone to YesAsia.com to pick up the latest Mando-pop music, TV series, manga, and electronics, and when they launched YesStyle.com, I was equally eager to enjoy the accessibility to East Asian fashion and beauty products. From tees to cute blouses, jeans to adorable jumpers, YesStyle.com’s shop provides every level of fashionista the tools to look your best. YesStyle.com provides more than just the hottest designer labels and great discounts on favorite beauty brands. Ask Nikki! is a section of YesStyle blog where consumers can ask YesStyle’s resident fashion guru. One of her latest blogs answers a first-time intern’s question about how to dress professionally while still being able to express her fun personality. Per the website, Nikki’s closet features “an eclectic mix of bargain and high-street finds, but she also loves her jeans and white shirts”. Nikki offers great advice on fashion with pictures to help all of the visual learners out there. With easily available archives, there are volumes of fashion advice for everyone who wants a little help to become more fashion forward. I stand behind her motto: “Love your body and never apologize for who you are.” To read more about how to dress in the office without losing your sense of style, check out http://www.yesstyle.com/blog/2011-04-21/ 24 www.asianfusion-mag.com
nikkis-inbox-the-office-intern/. In Addition to Ask Nikki!, there are articles about Trend & Style, The Beauty Blog, Celebrity Style, D. I. Y., Street Photography, Lifestyle, and PeopleStyle. Trend & Style provides the edgiest of us fashionistas with the newest inspirations from video games to travel. Looking for how to do everyday make-up Korean Style or the latest beauty/make-up trends, then The Beauty Blog will satisfy your thirst for all things colorful. Celebrity Style gives you a window into the world of Asian and American celebrity style like how to rock the retro acid wash like Lady Gaga. For those more industrious fashionistas, the D. I. Y. (Do-It-Yourself) blog brings you all of the latest trends to create personalized accessories that express your creativity. From dip-dyed braided rope bracelets to furry animal scoods [snood (circle scarf) + hoodie = scood], you can learn to make the hottest trends yourself. Street Photography takes you around to the world’s bustling metropolises to capture the birth of a fashion trend. You can see what your contemporaries are wearing in Taipei, Hong Kong, Seoul, or Tokyo. Lifestyle brings you contests to win tickets to music festivals, movie premieres, and all things that make life fun. PeopleStyle provides you all of the latest thoughts from the movers and shakers of the Asian fashion industry. YesStyle.com is the go-to spot for all trends i== the US, go to http://www.yesstyle.com/ blog. Follow YesStyle.com on Twitter and Facebook, too.
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FEATURE FOCUS The most upscale development and landmark in Flushing, Queens Crossing contains 110,000 sq. ft. of retail space, 37,000 sq. ft. of entertainment and dining areas, a full floor community facility, and 144,000 sq. ft. of office condominiums. All this and valet parking too!
Spotlight on
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hether or not you are from New York, you probably know that Citifield (Shea) Stadium is home to the New York Mets, and Arthur Ashe Tennis stadium is host to the US Open at the end of every summer. But waiting for you at the end of the #7 subway line (Main Street station) you will find the busiest and most exciting Asian food and culture paradise - Flushing! Here you will find all different
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kinds of wonderful Asian restaurants, shops, spas, galleries and stores.You will suddenly feel like you are standing on the other side of the world...you will find it amazing that you can taste so many different Asian cuisines just by walking a couple of blocks. There are always many interesting things you will find to enjoy and entertain yourself in Flushing. But today, we’re going to shine the spotlight on one of Flushing’s superstars: Queens Crossing - the most upscale devel-
QUEENS CROSSING
s Crossing opment and landmark in Flushing. Queens Crossing contains 110,000 sq. ft. of retail space, 37,000 sq. ft. of entertainment and dining areas, a full floor community facility, and 144,000 sq. ft. of office condominiums. All this is served by 86,000 sq. ft. of valet parking. I can guarantee that you will have a fun day when you experience Queens Crossing. Its interior design and layout is quite remarkable. If you are standing on Main Street and Roosevelt Ave., you can’t miss the giant LED
screen flashing above you. Bright neon colors that splash vivid advertising ...it will quickly attract your eyes and - just like this mall wink and weave at you and beckon you to come inside the building. You’ll find there are different entrances to the mall (to make it more interesting) but they connect well to each other and there are easy-to-follow signs on each floor to direct visitors once inside. So are you ready? Let’s go on in and take a glance this Flushing wonderland! SUMMER ISSUE 9 27
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ith star-like quality, make-up free natural beauty, white free-flowing jacket and a clean, simple modern look, Catherine Lee, the gallery owner of Crossing Art, greets every visitor as if they were a good friend. As we entered the gallery, her warm smile said “welcome” before even a word was spoken. Displaying a true love for the art in her gallery, Ms. Lee is both sweet and humble, and truly loves what she does. Although her working experience has been in real estate development and private equity, with a masters degree in Real Estate Development from Columbia University, Ms. Lee is extremely comfortable and has a passion for the Asian art that surrounds her. Along with all this, Ms. Lee is the distinguished managing director for F & T Group, the developer that was responsible for Queens Crossing. Crossing Art is Flushing’s largest and only contemporary art gallery. It serves as an active platform for the multicultural community in Flushing to interact with artworks and artists from abroad and those located locally. Crossing Art’s mission is to enable critical social, cultural, and aesthetic dialogue at an international level through art. Known for its highly successful Flushing Cow Parade in 2009, Crossing Art continues to play an important role in displaying art that stimulates both the visual and cerebral senses. Ms. Lee is a strong believer in making art more publicly accessible to the local community. Many Flushing residents still talk fondly of the 2009 “Home for the Holidays” public sculpture by Benjamin S. Jones and the 2010 “Relight your Recyclables” green initiative public art project conceived
by Lin Shih Pao. “Relight your Recyclables”, with help from the community, resulted in a 28’ high tree that was made of more than 10,000 recycled water bottles on display outdoors in the heart of Flushing. Crossing Art’s upcoming exhibition, “Going Green”, will be on view from August 13 - September 11, 2011. “Going Green” will present innovative artworks and proposals that integrate natural systems with human patterns while celebrating continuity, uniqueness, and place making. The exhibition will feature local and international artists, architects, and designers whose artworks, architectural models, and design explore contemporary meanings of “green”. Ms. Lee takes great pride in being able to bring noteworthy contemporary artists here to New York from such faraway places as China, India, Korea and Japan, to name a few. Ms. Lee gets the most satisfaction when she is able to present and discover emerging, ground-breaking and talented artists in her gallery. The variety of art found at Crossing Art can include photography, sculpture, film, video instalations and other cutting edge mediums. She is an active member of the Queens community serving on the board of directors of the Queens Council of Arts and the Queens Library Foundation. Ms. Lee is pleased by the encouragement and support she receives from both the community at large as well as the business and community leaders in and around Flushing. Crossing Art is the destination to see exhibitions of Asian and Asian-American contemporary art...admission is free and can come with a personalized curatorial tour from Catherine herself! What are you waiting for?
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Irresistible Home Decor & Gift Irresistible Home Decor & Gift
IRRESISTIBLE
Home Decor & Gift By Ching Yu Lin
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f you like to shop, and your lifestyle is a reflection of your good taste, then you should find yourself on the ground floor of Queens Crossing. This upscale shopping center will let you enjoy every shopping moment, from the world famous art masterpeices found at Liuligongfang Collection to Swarovski Crystal to Irresistible Home Decor, showcasing a wide variety home accessories, criss-crossing eastern and western cultures. Let’s go to check it out! Liuligongfang Each art piece is handmade by pate-de-verre technique, a skill that dates back to the Chinese Han Dynasty, around 206 BC. The profound details, colorful layering and glittering bubbles are unique creations of pate-de-verre that constructs the life-like inner body of Liuli’s work. Founded by Taiwanese actress Loretta Hui-shan Yang, the Liuligongfang is exhibited in renowned museums such as the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, Bowers Museum in Los Angeles, and the Palace Museum in Beijing. You absolutely must visit the store to
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see this beautiful collection in person. Irresistible Home Decor & Gift Irresistible Home Décor features fine, quality home accessories of European accents and themes. Stylish, trendy, and very irresistable, these are the Daniel Zou, Manager concepts that embody the fine products and the customers who buy them. Fraz, Alessi, and Chilewich, are just a few brands - all specialty names - you’ll be pleased to find at Irresistible Home Décor. Boasting over 10,000 square feet of retail space, it is an impressive showcase of unique treasures unexpectedly, yet pleasantly, found here at Queens Crossing.
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Irresistible Home Decor & Gift Manhattan Candles, Chelsea Scent Inspired by the pleasure of taking a stroll in Manhattan, the "MANHATTAN CANDLE" is a relaxing and sophisticated scent collection created for urban living. Take the time for lighting a candle and feel the spirit and mood of the city !
Grain open vase This beautiful piece of art glass features a deep amber stripe within a background of greens and yellows. Hand blown, each piece is one of a kind.
Large sq. vase (15� high) by Alex Marshall Studios.
Lucca charger plate 13" Red Lucca Charger Plate, set of 6 These plates have an antiqued scroll design which compliments the entire Lucca Set. Festive red color. Heavy stoneware, dishwasher safe.
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Amber canister -Large Large amber canister.
Queens Crossing Giorgio Business Card Case The Giorgio Business Card Case is made with black leather and polished stainless steel. Magnetic closure keeps contents intact. Design by Philippi. Size: 4.2” x 2.5” x 0.5 "
Lacquer uni vase Bold geometric oval vase makes a modern statement.
Alphabet Letters A - Z W 6”x H 4” x D 1”
Stainless Steel Container “BabyBoop” 3 Section Container
Dark Red Calla Lily Stem 43” Dark Red Calla Lily Stem
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Franz
Franz Collection
A collection of porcelain art was created by Francis Chen in June 2002. The collection of this company includes porcelain tableware, vases and exquisite jewelries. Inspired by the love for nature, Franz Porcelain contains many delicate butterflies, fragile flowers, whimsical animals and other motifs that are combined with the Chinese character with classical Art Nouveau designs. Most of his works are combined with eastern and western cultures to create more various styles.
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Swarovski
Swarovski
The Swarovski Company was founded in 1895 by Daniel Swarovski in Austria. The creations of Swarovski crystal includes sculptures, miniatures, home décor, chandeliers and jewelries which are all coated with “Aurora Borealis” (a famous chemical coating that brings out their products crystallizing effects). Today, many of his creations are limited & quite impressive in people’s eyes.
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idely known in the retail industry as a premium brand of fashion and design, MANGO offers style and fashion for the modern woman. Dressing the urban woman, meeting her daily needs, and carefully applying and adapting to local demands, continues to be one of Mango’s major keys to success and prestige. Currently, MANGO consists of over 2,015 stores in 103 countries, widely spread across five continents. MANGO is truly a brand with a vast international presence and influence. Located on the second floor, MANGO has become even more of a style destination since introducing their signature men’s line “HE”, a couple of years ago. For MANGO’s second store in New York — the first unit opened in November 2010 in SoHo — the retailer didn’t choose the affluent Upper East Side or Upper West Side. Nor did the Barcelona-based fast-fashion chain select the popular Meatpacking District or edgy Lower East Side. For that matter, MANGO didn’t select a location in Manhattan at all. It picked Flushing, N.Y., a densely populated Queens
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neighborhood with a large Asian population. The 7,200-square-foot MANGO store bowed in May 2008 at Queens Crossing Mall. The new MANGO unit, the largest on the East Coast, is spread over two levels, with window displays on the first floor, surrounded by bronze mirrors. A staircase leads to the second floor, which is divided into two sections. One area has light wood floors and furniture, six large wire lamps shaped like dress forms and two outsized mustard-colored flowerpots. Suits and evening dresses, including summer halter numbers and short sequin tank dresses, along with a collection of LBDs, are also featured here. In the other area, which has black floors, white walls and a striking ceiling effect where three-dimensional black strips bisect the white ceiling. More casual looks such as leggings, T-shirts, sweaters and tunics can be found. Accessories & HE collection are also featured. The Flushing unit brings MANGO’s store count in the United States to 19. MANGO said it will continue to expand and consolidate its position in the North American market. At the opening of the SoHo unit, Jose Gomez, vice president of business development at MANGO, said the retailer eventually might open as many as 270 U.S. stores. “The market will tell us how many stores we can open,” he said. “In Spain, we have 270 stores. We could replicate that number.”
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he men’s collection is aimed at the young man who is in tune with current fashion trends. This is exemplified in the acronym which gives the brand its name, a shortening of the Latin expression Homini Emerito, “a man who enjoys his rewards in keeping with his merits.” The H.E. logo is a unicorn. Mango H.E., the first men’s line from MANGO, hit stores in 2008. The 2011 Spring and Summer H.E collection has a new image: Gerard Piqué. His success and professionalism, as well as his imposing and elegant image, were key to this signing. Style, charisma, and a winning attitude were key characteristics the brand considered when they chose Piqué, who in 2010 won the World Cup with Spain in South Africa. He embodies the type of man the brand wishes to dress: a young and carefree man with personality and his own style. With this collaboration, the men’s fashion brand, which until now has counted on the presence of young models for its campaigns, is moving towards the strategy adopted by MANGO, which since the beginning, has chosen famous faces to star in its advertising campaigns.
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Rose House
Rose House Rose House
The place for tea lovers
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t’s 11am, and we’re standing in front of the Rose House. The story of Rose House began in 1990. Robert Huang, the founder of Rose House, always has had great inclinations to roses, English afternoon tea, pottery and the art of the rose. Hence, Rose House was born. Mr. Huang himself is also an artist widely celebrated for his rose paintings. Today, Mr. Huang’s paintings enjoy a huge amount of success in international art auctions and are highly appreciated by collectors in more than 80 countries. He constantly keeps his visions and dreams alive by creating artistic works and promoting afternoon tea. To date, Mr. Huang’s Rose House is not only a quintessential representation of art and afternoon tea, but also the biggest chain of Tea
& Art in Taiwan. Rose House serves over 50 varieties of tea. Sitting down for tea with Mr. Gu, General Manager of Rose House, he told us how the teas are imported from England and are some of the same teas served by the Royal family. Mr. Gu said Rose House is the perfect place for a small business meeting, birthday parties, or just getting together and catching up with friends. On the 21st of every month, Mr. Gu told us Rose House celebrates it’s opening day anniversary by giving every female guest a rose. All this seems natural, since Rose House’s motto is “Send a Rose to Everyone’s Heart.” Of special note here is the limited edition tea cup and plate commemorating the recent wedding of Prince Andrew and Kate Middleton available exclusively at Rose House.
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A reflection of Asia's love affair with tea A quiet and relaxing place to sit and drink tea Enjoy high tea that comes with assortments of biscuits, cookies, and sandwiches. Also find pretty rose tea gift sets and specially designed Aynsley China.
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Koreana
Koreana Restaurant & Bar By Ching Yu Lin
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alk into Koreana Restaurant & Bar and you will instantly smell the irresistable scents of Korean BBQ, making your mouth water and your taste buds yearning for satisfaction. On their brand new menu you can find a $24.95 or $34.95 all-youcan eat meal, including unlimited tender and juicy beef imported from Japan. I satisfied my appetite with the $34.95 Korean BBQ - one of the menu’s most popular items. What made my meal even more enjoyable was knowing that Koreana BBQ uses solar energy power so there is no trace of smoke in the restaurant, and hence your clothes will smell as fresh as when you walked in the door. Located on the second floor, this elegant Korean - Japanese restaurant caters to an international audience. You still will find savory traditional Korean and Japanese cuisine and the quality service that traditional restaurant goers have come to expect and love. KOREANA uses only the highest quality and freshest ingredients to maintain the authenticity of traditional Korean dishes. Entrees range from Korean ginseng BBQ to Japanese sushi and sashimi; drinks range from a full, top-shelf bar to afternoon refreshments and coffee. Private VIP rooms and karaoke are available for business meetings and birthday parties. Some customers may make an initial comparison between KOREANA’s Unlimited Korean BBQ and local Korean BBQ buffets. 46 www.asianfusion-mag.com
What they usually neglect in their calculation is how KOREANA serves exactly the same quality of meat and marinade you would find in standard individual servings. While other Korean BBQ buffets might offer low-quality meat and marinade to compensate for their expenses, KOREANA serves the utmost best quality in town—of course, limitlessly. Koreana’s manager, Shin, expressed his thoughts this way: “Slowly but surely, Flushing is becoming a hub for scrumptious cuisines to compete with the restaurants located in Manhattan. While Flushing is able to compete in terms of taste, some restaurants can severely lack in ambiance, which turns off many restaurant goers. KOREANA Restaurant & Bar however, never had a problem impressing customers with its elegant décor and sophisticated atmosphere.” A truly beautiful place for an absolutely delicious dining experience!
Mudan Celebration Center
Mudan Celebration Center (MCC)
Services: Photography / Videography Bridal Boutique Entertainment Florist Custom Cakes Decorations Limo Services Wedding and Event planning /coordination Beauty Salon/ SPA
Mudan Celebration Center is a celebration center that provides all the information and assistance you would need for any type of special event such as weddings, birthday parties, corporate parties, professional seminars and more. We also have professional event/wedding planners that can assist you in these areas. Mudan Celebration Center has connections with many different kinds of vendors such as photography, videography, bridal boutiques, entertainment, florists, custom bakers, decorations and limo services. Special discounts are given to Mudan Banquet Hall and Mulan Restaurant customers. Our professional wedding/ event planning and coordination services will ensure your special event will be perfect and you will be worry free! You can contact us at 718-886-8326 or 718-395-8104. E-mail us at MCC@fandtgroup.com Check us out on facebook and twitter for daily updates! www.facebook.com/mulanmudan www.twitter.com/mulanmudan
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Mulan
Mulan By Cheryl Xue
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A Hidden Gem in Queens Crossing
f you ask me what’s new in Flushing, I have to share with you the latest, best-kept secret I discovered recently – Mulan Restaurant located in Queens Crossing Mall in Flushing! I was totally amazed by the first impression of this fantastic restaurant! Before we get to the decor and food, we should start with the name. Mulan is a name that carries multiple meanings – the name of the magnolia flower in Chinese as well as a heroine who served in an all-male army in place of her old age father. The story of our heroine has captivated generations of Chinese poets, writers, artists, and playwrights. It first appeared as a poem entitled The Song of Mulan, composed sometime between 420 and 589. As the story goes, when Mulan's father received an order to join the imperial army, the family worried, for although once a great warrior, he was now too old and ill to fight. To refuse the Khan's (ruler's) order, however, would bring dishonor and punishment upon the entire family. There was no question that Mulan's father had to go, for his only son, who might have served as a substitute, was much too young. Mulan, though, thought of another way. To protect her father and her family, Mulan decided to join the army in his place. Disguised as a man, she distinguished herself in battle as a brave warrior and a clever strategist. In capturing the spirit of our heroine, the Mulan Restaurant in Queens Crossing embodies a perfect meld between Eastern and Western cultures. Mulan's cuisine, disguised as art masterpieces almost too-good-to-be eaten, vividly reflects the splendor which surrounds the restaurant. Both upscale and modern, every inch is elegantly decorated to match the chef’s
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artwork. The focal point of the dining floor is a square gazebo with water curtains.The elevated seating and leathered-in booths are ingeniously complemented with traditional oriental liuli crystals and motifs. The see-through over hanging curtains provide a romantic and pleasant dining ambiance when warm lighting pours down upon the windows. Subtle shifts in lighting within the dining area create an air of sophistication. Now, to the kitchen. What distinguishes Mulan’s kitchen from other restaurants in Flushing – the chefs do everything from the heart! The menu changes every 6 months in order to provide consumers “the best of the season” – the freshest ingredients and the latest culinary trends reflective of New York’s wellknown and established locavore and slow food movements. Mulan’s chefs are working hard on ‘less salt, less sugar’ while still insisting on supplying the most delicious dishes to its customers. The kitchen standard is “Beyond Flushing, over Manhattan” – which means that the chefs are working on not only being one of the leading restaurants in Flushing, but also using Manhattan’s standard to measure everything, from decor, service, food to atmosphere, customer satisfaction and ingredients. Although by such a high standard, Mulan is a price-friendly and neighborhood-friendly restaurant. It is a wonderful place for family, friends, and couples. It also provides VIP private rooms for your convenience. The most innovative and creative part of the Mulan restaurant is its excellent selection. You will be amazed as soon as you sit down, soak in the atmosphere, and open up the menu. Mulan’s chefs insist on keeping the
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Great wine selection ingredients as close to its original state and minimally processed, which gives consumers that LOHAS (Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability) lifestyle that is so sought after right now. The smoked salmon and teriyaki eel salad and lobster avocado fruit salad are the new items on the spring/summer that are must-try. As for soups, the sea cucumber and fish mousse potage and seasonal vegetable chicken broth are two new soups along with the popular Four Treasure fish maw potage and cod with mushroom and tofu potage. The different selections of soup can restore your body’s balance this spring. If you feel your body is too “hot,” that is, having had too much meat and few vegetables, you can order a salad and one of the delicious soups to refresh yourself. Who doesn’t love soup and salad? For a bit more protein, check out the entrees in the “Four Legs” section of the menu, which includes beef, lamb and pork. For instance, the spicy Moroccan rack of lamb combines the sweet spices found in savory dishes around the Mediterranean with a tasty amount of heat to give the lamb tenderness and depth. Continuing with the fusion theme, the filet mignon with foie gras truffle butter tips its hat to the French again. Can you imagine getting a course that has filet mignon and foie gras in the same dish or the Mulan dry-rubbed, aged ribeye for only
28 bucks? Well, you can find it at Mulan. Vegetarians as well as vegans will be able to find something delightful in this section. Eating more vegetables and less meat is a sign of a healthy, modern society, and the chefs from Mulan dedicate themselves to delivering flavorful, vegetarian entrees. If you are feeling more like something from the sea, try the crispy salmon with mango salsa or baked banana leaf wrapped sea bass under this section of the menu. The new long chien tea sea bass dish is very popular at Mulan. Every bite is a little taste of heaven! If you can’t decide, let the chef help you. Choose from the chef’s selections which are updated monthly. The lobster with spring vegetable and saffron stock and miso glazed Alaskan black cod are new this spring. Leave room for dessert. the epitome of fusion cuisine can be found in this sweet section. Mulan’s pastry chefs make everything from scratch from the chocolate lava cake with raspberry sauce to the summer strawberry and coconut parfait. Dive into the deep end and take the trip out to Flushing! The menu is well worth that ride to the end of the 7 line. For information about the story behind Mulan, menus, as well as events, check out their website http://www. mulan-restaurant.com. SUMMER ISSUE 9 49
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lthough one might have difficulty finding a Japanese restaurant in Flushing, Queens Crossing is home to Ajisen Ramen, a famous casual dining franchise selling Japanese ramen noodle soup selections and other Asianstyle dishes. There are over 400 branches, with three locations in the New York City area: Flushing, Chelsea, and Chinatown. Ajisen Ramen offers 18 different varieties of ramen. One of their more popular dishes is
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t Paris Baguette, you’ll find bakers of the finest quality French breads, pastries and cakes made fresh from the oven. Paris Baguette delicacies are the symbol of warmth and welcome. Paris Baguette offers a broad variety of options for all your catering needs. Select from a wide assortment of specially prepared packages fit to complement any occasion. They offer wonderful pastries, donuts and pies as well as cakes, sandwiches and fruit platters. Their breads, pastries and cakes represent Paris Baguette’s conviction in serving only the very best from the freshest ingredients. They are a simple pleasure, both honest and genuine. They are a life story told over dinner. At Paris Baguette, they continually exert their best effort in improving the quality of their products. They believe that to be the 50 www.asianfusion-mag.com
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the eel ramen, which has a good-sized piece of eel on top of a slightly spicy broth containing cabbage and a hard-boiled egg. The menu features a picture of almost every dish, which gives you somewhat of an idea of what you can order. Aside from ramen, they also have fried rice, chicken katsu, beef sukiyaki, as well as a selection of Japanese appetizers, such as dumplings, grilled squid balls (takoyaki), sesame octopus, and much more.
Paris Baguette best, one need provide the best. Paris Baguette’s bakers come from a wide spectrum of experiences and backgrounds. They go to great lengths in ensuring that their bakers maintain the very best standard of quality and consistency.
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Exquisite Asian Fusion Cuisine Superb atmosphere Various VIP rooms for groups or parties Unique Waterfall dining area Wide range of choices in wines and drinks 136-17 39th Ave. 2nd Floor, Flushing, NY 11354 P 718-886-8526 www.mulan-restaurant.com
Elegant and well decorated banquet hall High quality service Full service event planning Great for weddings, birthdays, corporate parties and more 136-17 39th Ave. 2nd Floor, Flushing, NY 11354 P 718-886-8326 www.mudan-banquet.com
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BEAUTY BEAUTY
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THE HAIR TOTO GROUP’S BEAUTY COMPLEX NEW LOOK By Loren Chaffee
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rriving in the midst of setting up for Hair Toto’s official grand opening, I am warmly greeted by Allen, the general manager. Allen hands me a cup of green tea and asks that I sit and relax while while wait for the events of the day to begin. It was extremely cold outside, but the sheer kinetic energy of the hustle and bustle of getting ready for the blessing and celebration of the new space created a warm and inviting atmosphere. Trays and trays of food are steadily ushered in from the street. In true Hong Kong style, a variety of round fruits,
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crispy ducks, and boiled chickens are plated and displayed along-side a full, crispy, roasted pig as offerings to the ancestors and the spirits of good fortune to bring the best of luck to this new endeavor. Orchids, edible arrangements, and lucky bamboo from loyal customers, friends, and family elegantly fill the hair salon space with their congratulations and best wishes. Cameras flash around giddy groups and blow dryers continue to work their magic. Happy customers with artfully painted faces, perfectly coiffed hair, and relaxed demeanor
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continue to ebb and flow, streaming in from the street and checking out with the cashier. A traditional blessing ceremony kicks off the day’s events. Incense smoke weaves its way around the space. In the distance, you can hear the beating of drums inviting the two lions to dance up the stairs to scare away the evil spirits from every nook and cranny. Every staffer is perfectly coiffed and picture perfect. The grand opening celebration gives the Hair Toto Group’s friends of 20+ years the opportunity to celebrate their crowning achievement. What is truly exciting for this foodie and food writer? Answer: The owner asking me to personally taste test the food and report back to him. The Toto Group has locations all across Manhattan, but this is the first time that all of
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the entities, Relax Foot Spa, Toto Beauty, and Hair Toto, have been brought together under the same roof. From the outside, it looks like a complete beauty complex - a mall where you can get your entire look together and walk away with the products that helped design the new you. From the perfect ‘do’ to a spa facial, a makeover to a relaxing massage or acupuncture session, you can completely re-invent and renew yourself in one day all within one location. For more information about services, check out www.hairtotogroup.com. Check out Facebook and Yelp for specials and events. Hair Toto Group is located at 193 Centre St. 2nd (between Canal St & Hester St.) New York, NY Call for an appointment: (212) 226-4855
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BEAUTY BEAUTY
ASK THE EXPERT
By Sophia Hsu
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Summer Beauty Tips & Trends
asked our resident skincare expert, Everlyn Ho of La Peau Day Spa in SoHo, what her top five recommendations were for keeping your skin healthy during the summer season. There is much you can do to protect your skin while getting other things done around the home. Here are her tips: 1) Stay hydrated. Between the heat and humidity of summers in New York, you and your skin need to stay hydrated, and it starts from within. Drink plenty of fluids. Your skin and your body will thank you. If you start feeling thirsty or feel the faint dullness of a headache coming on, you have not had enough hydration. It is your body’s way of telling you to drink something! 2) Cleanse your face before bed. After you remove your makeup for the evening, wash your face thoroughly one more time. A lot of residue still remains even after you have lifted away the colors. When you sleep, your pores tend to relax allowing a lot of the dirt, grime, and residue from makeup to settle into them. 3) Apply a moisturizing face mask 2-3 times a week. The frequency varies with skin type, but dry skin and oily skin both benefit from a moisturizing mask as both are signs of a moisture imbalance. For dry skin, there is a 56 www.asianfusion-mag.com
complete lack of both moisture and oil. For oily skin, the oil is trying to make up for the lack of moisture. If you don’t think you have the time, just put it on after you have washed your face for the evening, then, do other chores for the next 15 minutes like pack your lunch for the next day, update the family calendar, or write out your ‘honey-DO’ list. 4) Wear sunscreen. An SPF between 30 and 50 will last you about 3 hours before reapplication under the hot New York City sun. An SPF 15 will only last you about an hour. Continual sun damage will cause you to look older than you really are. You can still enjoy the summer sun, just don’t over do it. All you need is somewhere around 15 minutes of sun a day to create an adequate amount of vitamin D for healthy bones. 5) Get a facial. A professional spa facial helps you replenish nutrients directly into the skin. It will help you keep a healthy glow all summer long. You can get a spa facial 1-3 times a week, again, depending on skin type and need. ADDED BONUS: Summer trends straight from the source: accent that side-pinned hair with juicy lip colors in cantaloupe or watermelon.
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PEOPLE
Peter How By CHERYL XUE
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ongratulations to our very own celebrity chef Mr. Peter How, who has been selected to be the new President of the Asian-American Restaurant Association! Peter How is the Culinary Director and Executive Chef of the magnificent Jade Restaurant in Flushing, Queens. He has been in the culinary field for 40 years. His specialty includes, but is not limited to, Asian Fusion, French, Italian and Mexican cuisines. Mr. How is also the selected Master Chef for James Beard Foundation’s 2011 Chinese New 60 www.asianfusion-mag.com
Year Banquet. He performed his exquisite culinary skills and delivered an excellent banquet to New Yorkers from all fields on February 24th, 2011. Despite so many honors to his credit, Mr. How is in fact a very easy-going person full of fun. He was very willing to share with me his success story and what he’s looking forward to in 2011. As the new President of the Asian-American Restaurant Association, Mr. How is going to organize chefs from all over the United
States to develop new dishes and increase the brand of Chinese cuisine in America. As the leader, he will organize global trips for chefs to travel, either back to China, Hong Kong, or other Asian countries and Europe to observe, taste and discuss the new culinary skills, dishes and global food trends. “This is the key to get inspired and develop new dishes.” Peter said, “New elements can bring us together. In the culinary trips, chefs can communicate well with each other, from different fields and countries. This is how we make progress.” Actually, besides being the executive chef for Jade Restaurant, Mr. How himself is a traveler. “Basically I travel to a new place every two months,” he said, grinning, “so I can gain a hands-on experience on how the other great chefs are doing.” Mr. How is also concerned with the current situation of Chinese cuisine in New York. “So far no hotels in New York have owned a Chinese restaurant. To improve the status of Chinese cuisine in New York, we are working hard on introducing Chinese restaurants into hotels.” Thus, with this goal in mind, Mr. How
is actively working with several hotel owners and managers in New York, using his influence in the Asian-American Restaurant Association. Although he has been super busy with his career and carrying on the responsibilities of the Asian-American Restaurant Association, Mr. How is also very much a family guy: his children have grown up and have begun to pursue their own dreams. Nowadays Mr. How enjoys cooking for his wife and himself at home. “At home I usually use Malaysian spices to cook,” he told me with a warm smile, “Because this is where I grew up. I love my hometown flavor!” I’m sure that his wife is one of the happiest women in the world by looking at how happy Peter is when he talks about cooking for his family. With his incredible ambition, and strong mobility, we are certain that Mr. How will continue to achieve great culinary heights in 2011. This is a great chef who loves his family and is consistently working hard on elevating Chinese cuisine and Asian cuisines in America.
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PEOPLE By Joe Meny
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hink Chinese food is all about greasy take-out? Think again! Mr. Wilson Lee’s Asian Bistro, a delicate, neighborhood-friendly Asian fusion restaurant located in Chelsea, dedicates itself to creating healthy and delicious dishes that are brought direct to your table. Asian Bistro has been on 7th Avenue between 14th and 15th Street since 2008. The black wood tables and chairs give this friendly restaurant a simple but classic Asian tone. People in the neighborhood love to hang out here after a busy day because of the easy atmosphere, the thoughtful service and the delicious food. As soon as you walk in, you are greeted by amiable waiters. Once seated, a cup of hot tea is promptly served to warm up your body and soul. You just cannot wait to see what’s on the menu. The menu includes Chinese, Japanese and Thai foods. Mr. Lee takes good care of what his customers eat: The chef uses non-fat oil, and as little salt and sugar as possible to deliver the tasty food to the audience. For your health, Asian Bistro also provides fried brown rice to replace fried white rice. The best choice for you in Asian Bistro is its Bento Box: it has two pieces of avocado rolls, two pieces of sweet potato rolls, two pieces of steamed vegetable dumplings, a spring salad with ginger dressing, rice, and miso soup. You then select one entree from Shrimp, General Tso’s chicken, tofu teriyaki and eleven other dishes. The avocado, sweet potato and salad can provide you a profound amount of vitamins and
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fibers. And your choice of shrimp, chicken, or tofu offers an ample amount of protein. The various combinations of foods can easily come togehter to make a perfect dinner! Now you might think the price for this Bento Box must be high for the variety of foods. Guess what? It only costs $12 - $18 (depending on your choice) to have such a healthy and flavorful meal! One selection you simply cannot miss in Asian Bistro is their Four Treasure Soup. This is a traditional Cantonese style soup that people drink once or twice a week to keep the body warm and balanced. The chef puts astragular, condonasis, dioscoria, licyu and other ingredients into a pot, boils and then simmers it for over 24 hours. This soup contains elements to sooth fast-paced people’s pressure: no matter if you are sleepless, stressful or easily getting tired, this soup will help protect your immune system from getting a cold - summer or winter! So next time when you’re walking into Asian Bistro, definitely ask for the Four Treasure Soup, and enjoy! Aside from the Bento Box and Four Treasure Soup, you also have a wide selection of dishes from China, Japan, and Thailand to choose from on the menu. No matter what you want... whether it’s General Tso’s Chicken and Happy Family, or all kinds of rolls, sushi or sashimi, you can find them here at Asian Bistro. So next time you find yourself on Seventh Ave. in the heart of lower Chelsea, walk into Asian Bistro, and you will get a warm welcome along with a satisfied meal loaded with healthy food and lots of flavors!
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PEOPLE
Scott Wong THE BEAUTY IN SUGARÂ
By Loren Chaffee
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aiting at the famous clock at the information booth at Grand Central Station, people are rushing past searching for loved ones who are arriving early for the weekend. Scott Wong walks up to me and asks if I am with Asian Fusion magazine. I answer positively, and he apologizes for his tardiness. In such a crowd flooding the central hall, I was more surprised he could locate me. We walk a few blocks in the chilly late afternoon to CafĂŠ Zaiya in the Kinokuniya bookstore facing Bryant Park. We grab a couple of bento boxes and green tea lattes for dinner and sit facing the park, watching the ice skaters and the frantic energy of the late winter afternoon. After a few bites and comments on the bento boxes, we get down to business. For a little background, Scott Wong is Chinese who lived in Vietnam until his parents decided to move the family to the United States for a better life as many parents have before them and will continue to do so. When they got to the US, they were placed in the Bronx where there is a surprisingly large Vietnamese population. Following in the footsteps of many Asian-American kids before him, Scott studied information technology (IT) in college and took a job in the field in Manhattan straight out of college. After a few years in IT, Scott decided to take some cooking classes at the French Culinary Institute and fell in love with the beauty of sugar. Sugar can be sculpted into almost anything, and Scott found his passion in transforming sugar into works of art. He had always enjoyed eating, but he learned to appreciate the art of food through the classes. This new spark had Scott leaving the IT world behind and throwing caution to the wind. He 64 www.asianfusion-mag.com
began his own baking business, starting with a dog treat bakery in Brooklyn, which he sold, and now has a by-appointmentonly, specialty cake business called Sugar Palette. When I asked him what the first dessert he transformed into his own after he finished his courses, he had taken the traditional Southeast Asian dessert of fresh mango over sweet, glutinous rice with a drizzle of coconut milk and made it his own. First, he replaced the fresh mango with a fresh, homemade mango sorbet. The glutinous rice was steamed in the traditional banana leaf. Micro tapioca pearls, (aka sago), was introduced into the coconut milk, and a sprinkling of crushed peanuts and sesame seeds rounded out the dessert. For Scott, food is no longer just a staple for survival, but a medium to convey edible beauty. Sugar Palette is based in Queens with a consultation space to meet with couples to design their cakes for their special day. The cakes are designed to complement the textures of the reception decor and even the bride’s wedding dress. The flavors of cakes and filling are numerous and are more than just the average chocolate and vanilla with Asianinspired mango and pineapple. To schedule an appointment or just to peruse previously designed cakes, go to http://www.sugarpalette. com. As Scott expands his customer base, keep an eye out for a Sugar Palette storefront which may include inspired cupcakes.
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PEOPLE
CHRIS CHEUNG A New York Legend By Sophia Hsu
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aiting outside of Lair, the hot, new night spot in SoHo - so exclusive that you have to be on the guest list to even get in, I look over the unassuming exterior. It is a plain building with no confirmable evidence that this is Lair. Chris pulls up to the curb, parks his car, and greets me, and is all smiles. As we enter Lair, the venue is dimly lit, but still bright enough to distinguish the posh interior and the equally posh service staff. Chris tells me to wait a moment while he goes to check the kitchen. Chris Cheung is the executive chef at Lair, and he is currently working on another project in Midtown, Wall-E with Wally Chin of Chin-Chin. Wall-E’s menu will focus a lot on Chinese barbecue, something Chris has been perfecting last summer. On a different note, Lair has a limited but exquisite pan-Asian menu designed by Chris and focuses on 4 to 5 dishes. With the ability to be flexible and having a global palate, he has helped many restaurants in the New York area start and succeed. His family was one of the original Hong Kong Cantonese families to establish Manhattan’s Chinatown. His earliest memory of truly enjoying food was the he fen or chow fun at this one restaurant
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near his grandfather’s shop. To this day he continues to search for that perfect bite of wide, chewy rice noodle, beef, and leafy greens. Chris has worked with notable chef such as Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Wylie Dufresne, Daniel Angerer, and Morimoto. After graduating the now defunct New York Restaurant Academy, he made his way up the cooking ladder starting as a line chef to sous chef at such notorious NYC staples as Nobu, Ruby Foo’s, Monkey Bar, Almond Flour Bakery, and China 1, eventually making it to his current role as Executive Chef consulting all over New York City. When Chris and I sat down, we discussed travel because I had just returned from a trip to Taiwan. We indulged ourselves in discussing night market foods, especially food on a stick, grilled over hot charcoals. He told me about his recent trip to Shanghai and the surrounding villages he visited to learn how to make noodles by hand in the Lanzhou style, handshaved by knife and hand-pulled. One of the best meals Chris has ever had was during one of these village visits where the chicken was so fresh that he had just seen it pecking in the yard mere minutes before the feast. Traveling for fogap from cheap take-out to an elegant evening such as Japanese, Korean, Spanish, and Cuban, America has always seen Chinese-American food as cheap and filling. With thousands of years of cultured civilization and recipes that reach back just as far to the royal courts, Chinese food still struggles to become an elegant addition to fine dining culture, not just a cure for a drunken night out.
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RESTAURANT
RESERVE
RESERVE Thai-Inspired Wine Bar By Louis Edward
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reen Curry Pizza. Are you serious? Yes, and it tastes amazing! Like many of the unique Thai fusion dishes on this very diverse menu at Reserve, Green Curry Pizza both surprises and satisfiies. Reserve is actually the first Thai-inspired Tapas and wine bar that boasts 55 different international wines. I’m sure by now you’re probably a little curious ...and hungry! This little secret on 3rd Ave. (between 2829th Streets) in Kips Bay, was really a surprise. I sat down with the very young and extremely busy restaurant owner “Luk”. She and I chatted while her pleasant staff brought out Reserve’s tasty dishes one by one. It was hard to concentrate on the interview because the food was pleasantly intoxicating me as I glanced outside our window seat looking directly at the Empire State Building. We were also sitting with the other members of the Asian Fusion staff sharing food and having conversation in a cozy and friendly atmosphere without a hint of preten-
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tiousness. This is exactly the “shared experience atmosphere” that Luk had envisioned and executed. They have a great wine list that works well in any price range, a few surprising beers and a good selection of liquor with some very desirable specialty cocktails. “Our wine list is made up of spicy, sour, salty, and sweet. We specialize in bold flavors,” Luk said. Food was particularly satisfying and tasted rather excellent. Despite a few common dishes, the menu reads nothing like a normal New YorkThai restaurant and the food tastes superior to any similar Thai eateries in this price plane. The curries were all phenomenal and exceptionally priced. Luk told me that, “most curry dishes are $10 dollars, here they are $5.00”. The spicy food went really well with the big bodied wines that we were having. There was a really delightful salad of minced pork and shrimp marinated in spicy zesty sauce, served with little rice puffs. The noodle dishes were also far from commonplace.We also ate mieng klum Shrimp, khauo thung, gratong tong, smoke salmon deviled eggs, shumai, and beef avacado tomato. Luk told me that the best sellers and signature dishes are the Khauo Thung, which is minced shrimp and pork coconut relish on crispy jasmine rice crackers, green currie pizza with fontaine cheese, and the spicy spinach artichoke. Executive Chef Monchai Boonchim, a native of southern Thailand who has high-end cooking experience (Brasserie and Atlas), has enabled him to create world-infused Thai dishes that truly rock!
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number one focus. Yum-Yum's menu selections are known for their exotic pairings, flavorful-seasoned entrees, and eye-pleasing presentations. Yum-Yum consistently provides their guests with a memorable Thai meal, whether it's the Duck with Basil Sauce , Original Pad Thai, or Seafood Pad Cha (Spicy Chilly Galangal ), every meal is sure to help make Yum-Yum your favorite place for some the very best Thai food in the city.
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FOOD
A Perfect Pair
SPICY FOODS &BEERLAO By Shu Min Xu
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ne of the best beers that pairs well with spicy foods is Beerlao from Laos, a sparsely populated country in Southeast Asia. For being one of the poorest countries in Asia, they manage to produce upwards of 80,000 cases of beer per day. The Lao did not always have such an affinity for beer, let alone brewing. The Lao Brewery was originally started by the French while they were under colonial rule. Once the communists took over, the Lao took over the brewery. The old French
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recipe was thrown out for being too bitter. The current brewmaster, Sivilay Lasachack, studied in Prague and Berlin, stars of Eastern European brewing, to bring Beerlao its distinct flavors and ultimate drinkability. Beerlao Lager is a pilsner style lager that is great for pairing with spicy foods. The jasmine gives the beer a mild crispness and light body, which makes it refreshing and especially easy to drink when you accidentally bite into a hot chili pepper while having some larb gai (warm chopped chicken salad with cilantro, chilis, and lime) or some Szechuan chicken with real, numb-your-mouth Sichuan peppercorns. For meatier, heavier comfort food dishes, Beerlao Dark Lager is a rich companion with chocolate and coffee flavors from the dark roasted malt barley. Though much lighter on the palate than you would expect for a lager as dark as a stout, it plays well with the grilled meat dishes like a Thai satay, a Korean bulgogi or any assortment of Vietnamese grilled meats. I have noticed that my guy friends really enjoy the Beerlao Dark Lager for its rich complex flavors as well as its smoothness. Paleewong Trading has made Beerlao available on the East Coast since 2008. So take the opportunity to enjoy the distinct flavors of these Southeast Asian beers the next time you are out on the town or pick up a few at Udom Corp. on Bayard Street the next time you are in Chinatown.
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Spicing It Up
Szechuan Restaurants
Great Sichuan 363 3rd Ave Manhattan, NY 10016 212-686-8886 Signature dishes include Sichuan Wontons in Red Oil, withDouble Cooked Pork. Grand Sichuan House 8701 5th Ave Brooklyn, NY 11209 718-680-8887 Nice place for Dan Dan Noodles, Ma Po Tofu and Chongqing spicy chicken. Spicy & Tasty 3907 Prince Street Flushing, NY 11354 718-359-1601 One of the best Sichuan restaurants in NYC. Very spicy and tasty.
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Wu Liang Ye 36 W 48th St New York, NY 10036 212-398-2308 Close to 30 Rock and very convenient. Good Sichuan food, very good seafood noodle soup with very nice shrimp and scallops and pleasantly chewy thick noodles in a flavorful broth. A moderately spicy jumbo prawn dish had eight large shrimp, Fish filet and tofu dish was very good with a
strong spicy bite. Szechuan Gourmet 21 W 39th St New York, NY 10018 212-921-0233 Good and more authentic than most Sichuan food at other NYC Sichuan restaurants, but a bit Americanized. Szechuan Chalet 1395 Second Ave New York, NY 10021 212-737-1838 Good food, good location and good service Grand Sichuan International Eastern 1049 2nd Ave New York, NY 10022 212-355-5855 One of the best Sichuan restaurants in NYC. Come here for the eggplant in garlic sauce and Dan Dan Noodles Ollie's 411 42nd St New York, NY 212-868-6588 This Sichuan restaurant in part of a franchise. Great place to enjoy spicy and quick Sichuan dishes. Lan Sheng Szechuan Restaurant 60 W 39th St New York 212-575-8899 A highly recommended place for authentic Sichuan Chinese food. Ma la long xia, or Sichuan style spicy lobster is showered with dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns.
Grand Sichuan 15 7th Ave South New York, NY 10014 212-645-0222 "American-Chinese" mixed with "Classical Sichuan"
Sichuan Garden 176 Smith St Brooklyn, NY 11201 718-643-0388 Everything is delicious, portions are large, the prices reasonable and the service fast and friendly. Famous Sichuan 10 Pell St #A New York, NY 212-233-3888 Famous Sichuan is one of the only Chinese restaurant in lower Manhattan that specializes in authentic Sichuan Szechuan Gourmet 56 242 W 56th St New York, NY 212-396-2226 A wonderful, reasonably priced meal that will have you rubbing your tummy with glee all the way to Times Square Szechuan Hunan Cottage 1588 York Avenue New York, NY 212-535-5223 A mixture of Sichuan and Hunan for Upper East Siders Wa Jeal Sichuan Chili House 1588 2nd Ave New York, NY 10028 212-396-3339 Nicely decorated with a large bar and a decent number of tables. The double cooked pork belly is very good Little Pepper 133-43 Roosevelt Ave Flushing, NY 11354 718-939-7788 Seriously tongue-numbing Sichuan peppercorn that delivers incredible Sichuan dishes Chef Yu 520 8th Ave New York, NY 10018 212-736-6150 Chef Yu’s has decent fast food style Chinese food. Another plus is that their delivery is EXTREMELY fast.
Legend Restaurant 88 7th Ave New York, NY 10011 212-929-1778 Beautiful decor and authentic Sichuan food, will create you a meal that’s unforgettable! Grand Sichuan International 21 St. Marks Pl New York, NY 10003 212-529-4805 If you enjoy spicy food, then this is definitely your place! Otherwise, it might challenge your tastebuds! Happy Family Little Lamb Restaurant 36-35 Main St Flushing, NY 11354 718-358-6667 It is a great place for authentic Sichuan hot pot
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TRAVEL
Taiwan Highlights
In addition to a warm climate, and its beautiful natural scenery, local culture and rich connotations, along with its local specialties and foods that attract a worldwide audience, Taiwan is truly a window on the world. Here, we proudly offer our readers recommended places in Taiwan
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that are truly worth a visit. side from the warm climate, Taiwan’s beautiful, natural scenery, local culture, and welcoming people make it irresistible to visit during any time of the year. The local specialties and snacks are a quintessential factor to many tourists. Many first time visitors think of the Sun Moon Lake, Alishan, the Taipei 101, and the National Palace Museum, yet there is so much more for tourists to
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experience and enjoy. When visiting Taiwan, we recommend these places: Love River in Kaohsiung: Kaohsiung’s Love River flows through downtown. The river banks, the Love Mambo, and the Golden River Art Square exude a charming atmosphere with the aroma of coffee scenting the air and wonderful music floating on the breeze. Love River downstream of Riverside Park is a good place to rest on the urban walk.
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When in Taiwan, be sure to try the local foods. Taiwan offers celebrity chefs, traditional cuisine, and Taiwanese snacks, dazzling its international visitors. Night markets in Taiwan are the pinnacle of Taiwanese culture. Almost all major cities and even villages in Taiwan have a night market. Here are Taipei’s most well known sites: Shihlin Night Market: Shihlin Night Market is the epitome of the Taipei night market scene, the largest night market in all of Taiwan. A variety of dazzling snacks are both plentiful and cheap. Famous snacks include: crepes filled with shaved peanut brittle, taro and vanilla ice cream, fresh cilantro, hand-sliced noodles, shaved ice, oyster omelets, stinky tofu, fried quail’s eggs, fried sweet potato puffs, and so on. River Street Night Market: River Street Night Market near Taipei’s Songshan train station is approximately 600 meters (~656 yards) in length, and is another popular night market in Taipei with more traditional snacks and crafts which are a major feature. It brings together Taiwan snacks, from stinky tofu, meatballs, oyster noodles, green onion pancakes, and beef noodles to the newer imports of Turkish ice cream, medicine bowl of soup, and kimchi hotpot.
Many people think that South Korea and Hong Kong are Asia’s major shopping destinations. However, Taiwan has a lot of internationally famous brand stores and duty-free shops. For the tourists who love to shop check out Chung Hsiao East Road, SoGo, and the Lutheran. Department Stores: The generally wellknown department stores in Taipei are Big Takashimaya, SoGo, Shin Kong, Mitsukoshi, and the Tienmu district. Chung Hau, Chung Hsiao East Road, SoGo, Breeze, the Xinyi district, and New York, New York are ideal for tourists. The shopping malls in Taipei tend to have major bargains during holiday seasons as well as huge promotional activities. The Night Market: Not only well-known overseas for the best snacks, also allows you to fully enjoying shopping on the cheap. Here, both young and old alike prefer the NIKE, Levi’s and other popular fashion brand stores. There are roadside stalls, NT$100 (~US$3) t-shirts, and small accessories starting at about NT$20 (less than US$1). When planning your first, or next trip to Asia, be sure to make Taiwan your #1 stop. For more information, check out http://www. formosa-travel.net. SUMMER ISSUE 9 81
TRAVEL
EVA & All Nippon
Work Together to Expand Service to Japan
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ncouraging renewal and supporting rebuilding, EVA Air and All Nippon Airways have expanded code-shared services to now include domestic flights throughout Japan, giving travelers more convenient access to and from key international arrival and departure points. Effective immediately, EVA’s passengers can now begin connecting onward from the international gateways it serves to All Nippon’s domestic destinations. Travelers can easily book flights on EVA’s website at www. evaair.com . This partnership has increased EVA’s service network in Japan from eight gateways to twenty, reaching from Hokkaido in northern Japan to Kyushu in southern Japan and enabling passengers to more readily fly into one city and depart from another. From Taiwan, EVA serves Fukuoka, Komatsu, Nagoya, Osaka, Sapporo, Tokyo Haneda and Tokyo Narita with more than 50 flights a week. EVA launched flights between Taipei’s closed-in Songshan International Airport and Tokyo’s Haneda International Airport in October 2010. This network enables increasing numbers of EVA passengers to benefit from Haneda’s convenient location. The expanded network speeds up connections 82 www.asianfusion-mag.com
for EVA passengers arriving at Haneda and traveling onward aboard one of All Nippon’s many domestic flights. At the same time, it creates flexibility in international itineraries for those who want to depart from one of EVA’s gateways in Japan and return via another. Destinations EVA and All Nippon serve with the expanded network include: EVA Japan Gateways All Nippon Domestic Destinations including Tokyo, Haneda, Toyama, Odate, Noshiro, Shonai, Hakodate, Matsuyama, Takamatzu, Sapporo, Komatsu, Kushiro, Naka, Shibetsu, Osaka (International and Domestic), and Nagoya along with many other cities. The two airlines initiated their cooperative service when EVA introduced Japan service in 1994 with its Fukuoka gateway. The expanded network also includes EVA’s and All Nippon’s flights to/from Komatsu, Nagoya, Osaka, Sapporo, Tokyo Haneda and Tokyo Narita. EVA’s routing within Asia is among the industry’s best. One easy stop in Taipei gives its passengers convenient connections onward to most major business and leisure destinations in the region. In 1992, EVA was one of the first airlines to roll out a premium economy cabin, in-between economy and business classes. Named Elite Class, this innovative and affordable cabin is in increasingly high demand from both business and leisure travelers and has won prestigious international awards. The Taiwanbased airline serves North American and European long- and medium-haul passengers with Boeing 777-300ers and 747-400s, and Airbus 330-200s. Travelers can book, buy and reserve seats through travel agents, by calling an EVA ticket office or online at www.evaair.com.
Fly to Guam This Summer with EVA AIR Travelers can book Taipei-Guam flights now
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VA Air will introduce direct passenger flights between Taipei, Taiwan and the United States territory of Guam beginning June 18, 2011. Starting with two flights a week, the airline will serve its new Mariana Islands route using Airbus 330-200s. Travelers can book, buy and reserve seats now through travel agents and brokers and on EVA’s website, www.evaair.com, Flight time from Taipei to Guam is 4 hours and 55 minutes and the return from Guam to Taipei is 3 hours and 5 minutes. Over the past few years, Guam has become an increasingly inviting destination for Taiwanese travelers and is an especially attractive location for weddings. Adding greater ease and convenience for these travelers, Taiwan passport holders can enter Guam and stay as long as 45 days without a visa. EVA is working with travel agents to create
tour packages for both independent travelers and groups. Designed for everything from dive trips to wedding parties, a variety of products are planned so that visitors can enjoy the island’s beauty to the fullest. Guam is located east of Manila and south of Japan in the western Pacific Ocean. The island has an average yearly temperature of 27°C (85°F) and a bounty of natural resources such as white sandy beaches, clear blue oceans and dense forests. For couples seeking a romantic setting for their marriage, the island is sprinkled with more than a dozen wedding chapels. It also boasts golf courses with stunning views and an abundance of activities such as windsurfing, jet skiing, lush landscapes and an unexpected wildlife population. Guam has a generous variety of resources available to visitors on personal trips, family travel or annual corporate meetings.
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TRAVEL
TAIWAN
Passport to Taiwan E By Joe Meny
xperience Taiwanese American Heritage, including Arts & Crafts, Music, Delicacies, Performances & Exhibitions! (Sunday May 29th, 2011 12PM-5PM) Union Square Park North (17th Street & Park Avenue) Come to the largest Taiwanese-American Outdoor Festival in New York on May 29th and explore many wonders of Taiwanese-American Heritage. From mouthwatering delicacies, arts & crafts and live performances, you will be surrounded by the vibrant energy of the
Taiwanese- American Community. Explore Taiwan in featured exhibitions. Learn various crafts with master craftspeople from Taiwan. Taste exotic snacks that can only be found in Taiwan’s internationally famous night markets and enjoy unique performances throughout the day. Mark your calendar and join us for a day of memorable festivities. For more information, please visit our website at: www.p2tw.org
TRUE TAIWANESE TASTE! New York’s First Taiwanese Food truck! Serving potstickers and noodles - just like grandma’s!
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A Peek at Nepal By Joe Meny
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epal is among one of the major tourist destinations in the world. It has a rich, if not awe-inspiring, geography. Nepal declared the year 2011 to be celebrated as 'Nepal Tourism Year - 2011'. The primary objective of this campaign is the substantial growth of its tourism industry, and to attract more than a million tourists to this enchanted
region. Eight of the world's ten tallest mountains, including the highest point on earth - Mount Everest - are found in Nepal's mountainous northern region. Nepal is a thoroughly colorful slice of Asia. Ice-topped mountains soar to the heavens as rainbows of prayer flags shimmer in the bright sunlight. If there were ever a hiker's paradise, this would be it. Nepal's generous chunk
of the Himalayas offers unsurpassed hiking terrain, from leafy Annapurna to the distinguished Everest. But spiritual and nature-rich Nepal is certainly not only for mountaineers with their sight set on Everest Base Camp. From the lime-green grasses found in Chitwan National Park, to the bohemian cafes and eclectic vibe of lake-side Pokhara, Nepal is an intriguing and welcoming destination for all. Situated at an altitude of 1,336 m above sea level, and measuring 218 square miles, Kathmandu Valley is one of the most enthralling cities in all of Nepal. The historic seat of royalty. Kathmandu Durbar Square is a UNESCO World Heritage Monument which epitomizes the social, religious, and cultural life of the Nepalese people. It is the place where the kings of Nepal are crowned and their coronation solemnized. South of Durbar Square, on the western side of the road, is the Rato Machhendranath Temple. Rato (Red) Machhendranath, the god of rain and plenty, comes in a variety of incarnations. Found in a large courtyard, the three-story temple dates from 1673. The temple's four carved doorways are each guarded by lion figures and at ground level on the four corners of the temple plinth are reliefs of curious-looking yelti-like demons known as 'kyah'. The Golden Temple, also known as the Hiranya Varna or Suwarma Mahavihara, is just north of Durbar Square. Legend has it that this unique Buddhist monastery was founded in the 12th century, although the earliest records of its existence date back to 1409. The gaudy painted guardian lions on either side of the doorway lead to an inner courtyard with a railed walkway. Remember
to remove shoes and other leather articles if you leave the walkway to enter the inner courtyard. Also north of Durbar Square is Kumbeshwar Temple, one of the valley's three five-story temples. Dating from 1392, the temple dominates the surrounding streets and is the oldest temple in Patan. The temple is noted for its graceful proportions and intricate woodcarvings, and is dedicated to Shiva, as indicated by the large Nandi, or bull, facing the temple. An annual ritual bath in the Kumbeshwar Temple's tank is claimed to be as meritorious as making the arduous walk to Gosainkund. Nepal is a land of remote mountain villages, where people survive by growing their own food on the thousands of hill terraces that dot even the steepest slopes. Water buffalo or oxen plow the fields, and corn and wheat are threshed by hand and grounded by water mills. Nepal's geographical conditions make for some of the most exciting and breathtaking hiking the world has to offer. It is truly one of the world's most beautiful countries, not just in nature but in its culture, architecture and peoples who live there. It's an amazing place. Viewed by many as one of the best exotic destinations in the world, you need to experience Nepal at least once in your life.
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AUTO City Smart: aris The Car for New York
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aris is Toyota’s most affordable car. Yaris is offered as a 3-door or 5-door hatchback as well as a 4-door sedan with room for all of your friends. Just a few years ago, you couldn’t buy a small economy car without facing big shortcomings in areas like feature content and refinement. These days, many models offer stylish cabins, agreeable driving dynamics and upscale amenities like Bluetooth and satellite radio. The 2011 Toyota Yaris is a car that’s in step with this trend. Budget-conscious car shoppers are looking for a choice that’s frugal to operate and easy to live with, and the Yaris delivers on both these fronts. While its 106-horsepower, 1.5-liter engine is no overachiever when it comes to performance, the four-cylinder boasts as much as 32 mpg EPA combined, and this makes the Yaris a strong candidate for those who prefer inexpensive trips to the gas station. This small car also has a comfortable ride, and once you factor in its attractive interior, wide variety of body styles (the lineup consists of a sedan and two hatchbacks) and Toyota’s reputation for reliability, it’s easy to see why the Yaris is a worthy pick among economy-car alternatives in 2011. The 2011 Toyota Yaris is a subcompact economy car that is available as a three-door hatchback, five-door hatchback and four-door sedan. Each body
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style comes in just one trim: base. Standard features include 14-inch steel wheels, intermittent windshield wipers, air-conditioning, four-wayadjustable front seats and a tilt steering wheel. one of its strongest selling points. At an EPAestimated 29 mpg city/36 mpg highway and 32 mpg combined, the manual-equipped Yaris sips less gas than most of the competition. Standard safety features include antilock brakes and side curtain airbags, as well as traction and stability control. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the Yaris sedan its highest score of “Good” for frontaland side-impact protection for all occupants. Every Yaris model features a center-mounted instrument panel. Relative to sedan models, Yaris hatchbacks offer certain advantages when it comes to design and storage capacity. They feature three gloveboxes to the sedan’s single bin, and they also receive a chic, narrow center stack. On the open road, the 2011 Toyota Yaris feels solid, while in the city, the quick, light-effort steering makes parking-lot maneuvers a breeze.
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ENTeRtAINMENT Welcome to Mohegan Sun, a World at Play!
Mohegan Sun, a World at Play! By Rachel Min
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f I say, I don’t gamble but I’m giving Mohegan Sun five stars, that tells you something, right? I hope it does. When I was informed that my assignment would be to experience Mohegan Sun, an enormous casino less than 3 hours away in Connecticut artfully designed with a Mohegan tribe motif, I had a hard time envisioning how I would enjoy such a place if I did not gamble at all. Mohegan Sun is not only a spectacularly themed gaming and entertainment complex in southeastern Connecticut, the heart of the state’s tourism offering, but it is also a place of Asians, by Asians, for Asians. The hotel operates over 50 buses every day for Asian guests from New York and Massachusetts. In New York City, we can simply hop on the bus from any of the Chinatowns - Brooklyn, Flushing, or Manhattan. It took me less than three hours from Manhattan Chinatown, but travel hours could be even shorter from Flushing. According to Ayesha Ma, Mohegan Sun’s Asian advertising and public relations manager, an extensive variety of inclusive bus packages is very attractive for their Asian guests. Just by paying $15 for round trip transportation, taking advantage of the bonus value package which includes $40 worth of play and one full meal voucher equivalent to $20 at their amazing Seasons Buffet or Sunburst Buffet (or redeem the voucher for a $15 credit at any of the
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on-site restaurants) - it’s a $60 value for a $15 investment. So to begin with, this is already a winning bet! Upon my arrival at Mohegan Sun, I entered a bus lobby specifically designed to welcome Asians. This entrance directly connects to Sunrise Square, an Asian experience featuring a variety of authentic Asian games that opened in 2007. A unique signature of Mohegan Sun was that we could taste all different kinds of Asian cuisines from Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese all the while enjoying the games traditional to these cultures. In fact, Mohegan Sun is dedicated to Asian market development with an Asian marketing department comprised of over 20 staff members. This kind of dedication from the owners of the casino makes it possible for the staff to pay great attention to all of the details that welcome the Asian community such as making bird’s nest soup and ginseng as was told to us by Kelly Leung, vice president of Asian marketing. With the highest investment in the customer loyalty program in the industry, it shows how much effort Mohegan Sun puts into catering and caring for their Asian guests. In addition to convenient transportation packages and an Asian-oriented gaming environment at the second largest casino in the United States, an excellent language service is another big attraction for Asian visitors. Ernie Wu, vice president of international marketing, pointed out that more than half of the
staff members at Mohegan Sun speak a variety of Asian languages and dialects. I, indeed, could always find a staff member who spoke fluently in my native tongue at any booth of the Player’s Club as well as at many game tables. NonEnglish speakers need not worry about language barriers here - somebody will always be there to assist so that you can maximize your enjoyment at Mohegan Sun. Experiencing a world-class casino is not the only attraction at this premier gaming and entertainment destination. There were more exciting and relaxing activities that tempted my palate and my senses. If you have ever seen the movie “Mystic Pizza”, then I recommend that you take the half hour drive to the famous Mystic Seaport to discover the diversity that thrives within a fairly small geographical area. I had the privilege of seeing a moving bridge and tasting uniquely New England style seafood with an amazing river view. Touring the breath-taking landscapes unique to New England, Newport, and Rhode Island, I found a world of exceptional elegance and inspiration in architecture, art, and interior design. Mohegan Sun will gladly arrange a car service for this must-do visit upon request. After the outdoors adventure, it was time to relax and invigorate my body! I had a 50 minute Swedish massage, my muscles manipulated with aromatic oils at the world-class Elemis Spa. Aside from a comprehensive range of treatments, I took pleasure in a large jacuzzi, sauna, and relaxation areas with an abundance of beverages, fruits, books, and magazines available. Relaxed and rejuvenated, I needed nourishment. At Mohegan Sun, numerous dining options are available to all guests ranging from upscale gourmet to casual convenience which includes buffets or a food court with fast-food selections. Normally, I am skeptical of any celebrity chef establishment, but Bar
Americain exceeded my expectations with overall top-notch quality. Once I entered, the decor and lighting gave it a very upscale feel. The waitress introduced herself and, without hovering, she was available whenever we needed her throughout the meal. I chose 1/2 dozen oysters and spicy tuna tartar with classic garnishes for appetizers and for entrees, rib-eye steak and steamed lobster with roasted lemon butter with Bar Americain’s signature fries – the excellent flavor and freshness made me speechless. The seafood appetizers were unreal. The steak and lobster were tender and cooked perfectly, and the steak sauce was extremely tasty. Chef Bobby Flay did not disappoint and made the dining experience wonderfully exquisite. I also enjoyed just walking around the facilities. For those who are not big gamblers, Mohegan Sun has them covered as well, with tons of places to hang out including an entire mall area with shops that are open late, not to mention bars every couple of steps. By putting the two together, who would not love a drink with your shopping? Each year, during the week of Lunar New Year, everyone’s favorite “Fortune Guy” will be returning to hand out red envelopes to guests. A traditional Chinese lion dance and concerts round out the New Year’s events. Just for New Year’s, guests can enjoy special bus packages. Simply stated, in this writer’s humble opinion, this place rocks! For more information, check out their website @ http:// mohegansun. com.
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Breeze 661 9th Avenue New York, NY 10036 212-262-7777 Chanpen 761 9th Ave.New York,N.Y.10019 212.586.6808 Heng Heng 752 Tenth Ave. 212.765.7800
Q2 Thai 788 Ninth ave., 212.262.2236 Radiance 158 W. 55th St. New York, NY 10019 212-217-0442 Thai Select 212.695.9920 Yum Yum Bangkok 650 9th Avenue New York, NY 10036
Yum Yum Bangkok 650 9th Ave. 45th & 46th St. 212.262.7244 Yum Yum 3 658 9th Ave. & 46th St. 212.956.0639 Yum Yum Too 662 9th Ave. & 46th St 212.247.2228
CHELSEA Restaurant
Asian Bistro 70 7th Avenue New York, NY 10011 212-255-7385 Jasmine Asian Fusion 88 7th Avenue New York, NY 10011 212-929-1778 Monster Sushi 158 W. 23rd St. New York, NY 10011 212-620-9131 Thai Chai Yo 233 Ninth Ave. 212.488.2170
Spa
Touch of East 11 W. 20th St. New York, NY 10011 212-366-6333
Store
CQ Home Décor 37 W. 20th St. New York, NY 10011 212-366-1888 Establishment 30 Gansevoort St. New York, NY 10014 212-242-6565
SOHO Spa
Golden Yan Foot SPA Inc. 286 Broome St. New York, NY 10002 212-925-8515 La Peau 183 Lafayette St. New York,NY 10013 212.334.7071 / 7597
Store
Pearl River Mart 477 Broadway New York, NY 10013 212-431-4770
EAST VILLAGE Restaurant
Hirai Mong Fusion Restaurant 12 St. Mark’s Pl., New York, NY 10003 212-475-7101 Kurve_87 2nd Ave. New York, NY 10003 212-260-8018 Laut 15 E. 17th St. New York, NY 10003 212-206-8989
Spa
Element Beauty Lounge 48 3rd Avenue New York, NY 10003 212-387-0045
KOREANTOWN Restaurant
Haru Hana 28 W. 32nd St. New York, NY 10001 212-736-5393 Mad For Chicken 314 5th Ave. 2nd Fl. New York, NY 10001 212-221-2222 Shanghai Mong 30 W. 32nd St. New York, NY 10001 212-629-6450 Toon Thai Café 435 Park Avenue South New York, NY 10016 212-644-8989
Spa
Hair Party 76 Madison Ave. New York, NY 10016 212-213-0056
Travel
Malaysia Tourism 120 East 56th St. New York, NY 10022 212-754-1113
Stanford Hotel 43 W. 32nd St., New York, NY 10001 212-563-1500
Others
Chang Beer Mekhong 60 E. 42nd St. Suite 2134 New York, NY 10165 646-896-3805
CHINATOWN Restaurant
Bo Ky Restaurant 216 Grand St. New York, NY 10013 212-219-9228 Full House Cafe 97 Bowery, New York, NY 10002 212-925-8083 Hong Kong Station 45 Bayard St., New York, NY 10013 212-233-0288 45 Division St., New York, NY 10013 212-966-9682 Quickly Bubble Tea 237 B Grand St. NY 10013 212-431-0998 Red Egg 202 Centre St. New York, NY 10013 212-966-1123 Shanghai Café 100 Mott St. New York, NY 10013 212-966-3988 Vegetarian Dim Sum House 24 Pell St., New York, NY 10013 212-577-7176 ViVi Bubble Tea 49 Bayard St. New York, NY 10013 212-566-6833
Spa
Hair ToTo Group 189 Centre St. New York, NY 10013 212-431-1630 Heaven-E Beauty Spa, Inc. 126 Lafayette St., 2nd Fl. New York, NY 10013 212-966-4288
Jewerly
Cathay Jewelry Corporation 160 Canal St, New York, NY 10013 162 Canal St, New York, NY 10013 165 Canal St, New York, NY 10013 175 Canal St, New York, NY 10013 13 Chatham Square, New York, NY 10013 85 Mott Street, New York, NY 10013 (212) 941-8728 B.Tiff 244 Mulberry St. New York, NY 10012 212-695-1155
Store
May Wah Vegetarian Market 213 Hester St., New York, NY 10013 212-334-4428 Peony Red 217 Centre St. New York, NY 10013 212-655-5428 P&M Music, Inc. 2 Elizabeth St. New York, NY 10013 212-732-3828
FLUSHING Restaurant
Apollo Bakery 135-36 39th Avenue Flushing, NY 11354 718-961-0596 Corner 28 40-28 Main St. Flushing, NY 11354 718-886-6628 DELUGE 135-20 39th Ave. Flushing, NY 11354 718-670-7400 East Buffet &Restaurant 42-07 Main Street Flushing, NY 11355 718-358-9810 Ice Fire Land 135-11 40 Road Flushing, NY 11354 718-886-8600
Jade Asian Restaurant 138-28 39th Ave. Flushing, NY 11354 718-762-8821 Ku-Shiang Restaurant 135-38 39th Avenue Flushing, NY 11354 718-539-7520 La Mei Shabu Shabu 136-21 41st Ave. Flushing, NY 11355 718-888-1488 N&Y Seafood 135-25 40 Rd., Flushing, NY 11354 718-888-9755 Red Chopstick 136-17 41st Ave. Flushing, NY. 11355 718-661-6655 TenRen’s Tea 75 Mott St. New York, NY 10013 212-349-2286
Spa
Orient Retreat SPA 136-45 41st Ave. Flushing, NY 11355 718-888-0088 Skinlosophy 36-40 Main St., Ste. 503 Flushing, NY 718-961-0776
Store
Kimono Fusion 104-56 48th Ave. Corona, NY11368 646-226-2168 Cathay Jewelry Corporation 37-02 Main St, New York, NY 11354 718. 888-1464 Toy Qube (718) 939-8605 133-31 39th Ave, New York, NY Ucollections 135-20 39th Ave. Flushing, NY 11354 718-578-9018 Veggie Ma Ma 133-16 41st Rd., Flushing, NY 11355 718-888-1156
Travel
Joy World Travel 135-20 39th Ave.,Flushing,NY11354 NGE Travel 135-42 39th Ave., 2nd Fl. Flushing, NY 11354 718-939-5360 Sheraton Laguardia East Hotel 135-20 39th Ave. Flushing, NY 11354 718-460-6666 Shine Travel 133-31 39th Ave., Ste C13 Flushing, NY 718-358-7228
Others
Andrew M. Leong 136-20 38th Ave, Ste. 10C Flushing, 718-886-2211 Chih C. Chung D.D.S 135-27 38th Ave., Ste. 368 Flushing, NY 718-961-6668 Empress Dental 4211 Kissena Blvd., Ste.1D Flushing, NY 11355 718-353-5504 Flowers by Anna 646-284-2446 Skyview Parc 718-886-8899
JACKSON HEIGHTS Restaurant
Armondo’s Italian Restaurant 74-27 37th Ave. Jackson Hts, NY 11372 718-429-8552 Chung Ki Wa 40-06 74th St.Elmhurst, NY 11373 718-478-0925 Elmhurst Famous Pizza-Jackson 7512 37th Rd, Jackson Heights, NY (718) 205-5000 8307 Broadway, Flushing, NY (718) 271-3000 Happy Kitchen 80-12 37th Ave. Jackson Hts, NY 11372 718-803-1600
Himalayan Yak 72-20 Roosevelt Ave. Jackson Hts, NY 718-779-1119 Jardi Mediterranean Café 86-09 Northern Blvd. Jackson Hts, NY Limoncello 40-39b 82nd St. Elmhurst, NY 11373 718-205-2343 718-478-3660 Nusara Thai Kitchen 82-80 Broadway Elmhurst, NY 11373 718-898-7996 Rice Ave. 72-19 Roosevelt Ave. Jackson Hts, NY 11372 718-803-9001 Sabay Thai 75-19 Broadway Elmhurst, NY 11373 718-424-9054 Thakali Kitchen 74-14 37th Ave. Jackson Hts, NY 11372 718.898.5088 Uncle Peter’s 83-15 Northern Blvd. Jackson Hts, NY 11372 718-651-8600
Store
Phoenix French Cleaners 76-03 37th Ave. Jackson Hts, NY 11372 718-429-4070
Others
MPC Properties, LLC 82-11 37th Ave., Ste. 605 Jackson Hts, NY 11372 718-446-6787
OTHERS
Restaurant
Bar Bao 100 W. 82nd St. New York, NY 10019 212-501-0776 Laguardia Seafood Restaurant 43-02 Ditmars Blvd. Astoria, NY 11105 718-626-0880 MOCA 107-18 70th Road Forest Hills, NY 11375 718-268-3333 Q Wine Bar 108-25 Ascan Avenue 718.261.6599 Forest Hills, NY 11375 718-261-6599 Yakiniku Izakaya Riki 250 E. 52nd St. New York, NY 10022 212-826-4255
Spa
Eve’s Nail Salon 226 Church Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11218 718-972-8022
Travel
Asia Classic Tours 800-717-7752 Bann Thai 69-12 Austin St. Forest Hills, NY 11375 718-544-9999 EVA Airways Corporation 100 Town Sq. Place,Ste. 310 Jersey City, NJ 07310 201-626-4030 Pacific Holidays 800-355-8025
Others
Ana Tzarev Gallery 24 W. 57th St. New York, NY 10019 212-586-9800 Mohegan Sun Mohegansun.com/888 1877-999-9977 Sugar Palette Cake by Scott Wong 718.880.7527
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