Some families deck the halls for the holidays. Others feast on roast duck and dumplings. Family bring us together, but culture can sometimes set us apart. For Asian Americans, […]
Author: Tiffany Wong
5 Ways To Celebrate Winter Solstice, AKA Dongzhi, In China
With a new season comes old traditions. In China, the winter solstice is celebrated with the Dongzhi Festival, a time to gather with family before the biggest holiday of […]
Review: From A Dying Korean Dynasty, The Tragedy Of ‘The Court Dancer’ Lives On
When French delegate Victor Collin de Plancy first meets Korean court dancer Yi Jin in the last years of the Joseon Dynasty, he is spellbound by her grace and […]
The Unforgettable Gala: The Digital Influencer Award Nominees
Editor’s Note: For almost 20 years, the Unforgettable Gala has been the most visible platform to celebrate Asian Americans in entertainment. Here at “Character Media,” we are thrilled to be able to […]
The Unforgettable Gala: The Director Award Nominees
Editor’s Note: For almost 20 years, the Unforgettable Gala has been the most visible platform to celebrate Asian Americans in entertainment. Here at “Character Media,” we are thrilled to be able to […]
The Spin: Get Into The Holiday Spirit With Our December Playlist
As the weather finally cools down and Southern California has its first rain of the season, it’s time to relax with a mug of hot chocolate and a chill […]
Miya Cech To Star In Coming-Of-Age Comedy, ‘Marvelous And The Black Hole’
Miya Cech is in for a wild ride in her latest film, “Marvelous and the Black Hole.” 12-year-old Cech (“The Darkest Minds”) is set to star alongside Rhea Perlman […]
Pixar’s First Filipino Characters Featured In New Animated Short, ‘Float’
What would you do if you found out your adorable little kid could float in mid-air? A father-son story for all audiences, “Float,” written and directed by Bobby Rubio, […]
Kenny Leu Is Keeping History Alive As The Unsung Hero In ‘Midway’
During a pivotal moment in World War II, American forces bombed Tokyo in retaliation for the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. The 80 pilots behind the air strike, known […]
7 Tasty Asian Tripe Dishes to Devour on World Tripe Day
Soft and chewy, with smooth and textured varieties, tripe is a delicacy enjoyed in many Asian countries. If you’re daring enough to try this cut of meat, commonly made […]
5 Taiwanese Snacks To Stock Up On At The 99 Ranch Market Taiwan Food Festival
Finally running out of snacks from your summer vacation in Asia? 99 Ranch Market has the perfect excuse to fill up even more suitcases with yummy Taiwanese snacks. Reminiscent […]
Review: ‘Parasite’ Explores A Chilling Reality For Society’s Misfits
An unemployed family of four squats in their cramped basement home, munching on crackers and beer, when a drunken man stumbles upon their home at the end of a […]
5 Asian Journalists To Follow For the Latest News
Whether it’s getting personal about identity or getting up close to the Hong Kong protests, these Asian journalists are using social media to share what matters to them, and […]
Looking For The Next Ali Wong Or Hasan Minhaj? Head To The 20th Annual APAture Festival
If you’re interested in Asian American art, music and performance, then look no further—the 20th annual APAture Festival has it all. A multidisciplinary arts festival presented by Kearny Street […]
Here’s Why Filipino Musician Iñigo Pascual Has Fans ‘Catching Feelings’
In Iñigo Pascual’s first YouTube video, the singer-songwriter chats with his dad, famed Filipino actor, Piolo Pascual. The young Pascual is already a natural in front of the camera, […]
