What’s the dining etiquette for Asian cuisines like Chinese, Japanese, Korean? This expert will tell you – from chopsticks to who should eat first

That is why Piano Mok, a certified international etiquette consultant based in Hong Kong and New York, has focused her classes on teaching students how to dine respectfully and appropriately, no matter what setting they are in. As well as being an expert on Asian dining etiquette, Mok is also well versed in Western dining. … Read more

Labour Proposes Extension of Equal Pay Rights to Black, Asian and Minority Staff

For the first time, under progressivist plans for a draft race equality act, the Labour Party has unveiled plans to extend equal pay rights to black, Asian, and minority ethnic (BAME) staff across the United Kingdom. The proposal aims to tackle the persistent wage gaps faced by individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds, marking a significant … Read more

Golden Globes pick Bay Area-beloved comic Jo Koy as host

Jo Koy is set to host the 2024 Golden Globes, bringing his brand of observational humor to the oft-maligned awards show. However, Koy was only offered the gig after a different San Francisco Bay Area comedian reportedly turned it down. While not from the Bay Area originally, Koy based his 2022 film “Easter Sunday” in … Read more

Why people from Mexico City rave about this Bay Area salsa

Not all salsas are created equal. If you live in San Francisco, you probably love La Corneta’s zesty salsa verde or the smoky, reddish version at Papalote. But there’s a more versatile salsa out there, and it has a fascinating story: salsa macha — an oil-based, tomatoless condiment with seeds for texture and chili peppers … Read more