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Family Ingredients

Community College of Philadelphia 1700 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia , PA, United States

Join host Chef Ed Kenney as he travels the path of ancestors, from Hawaii to the homeland in this six-episode TV documentary food genealogy travel show that explores the links between ethnic heritage and culinary arts. The first episode follows host Ed Kenney around his native Oahu in an extensive look at the food that made the biggest impact on his life " poi, an important staple in Native Hawaiian cuisine made from taro. In the second episode Chef Ed travels to Tahiti to meet up with a young man named Maui Tauotaha sailing the globe on a traditional Polynesian double-hulled canoe. Their journey leads them to an ancestral village in search of Maui"s favorite food memory " poisson cru, or raw fish, the quintessential Tahitian dish. Screened with the first episode of Laos In The House Guest, a web series that highlights individuals who happen to be Lao American refugees. The debut webisode features Kris & Manila of #IEatLaoFood and explores the important role food plays in their culture and families. Director Catzie Vilayphonh expected in attendance. Facebook Event Page 

Free

Closing Night Film Mele Murals

Asian Arts Initiative 1219 Vine St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Philadelphia Asian American Film & Filmmakers for our Closing Night Film and Reception celebrating the grand finale of our 2016 festival! Synopsis: Mele Murals is a compelling feature documentary about a young generation of Native Hawaiians who are reclaiming their indigenous culture through the transformative power of graffiti art. At the center of the story are two renowned street artists - Estria Miyashiro (aka Estria) and John Hina (aka Prime) - a group of Native Hawaiian youth, and the rural community of Waimea. Set against the resurgence of Hawaiian language and culture of the past twenty years, Estria and Prime tell how their street art has taken them on personal journeys to discover their history, identity and responsibilities as Hawaiian people. Director Tad Nakamura and Hawaiian graffiti legend John "Prime" Hina are expected in attendance for a post film Q&A and live mural painting. Admission also includes entry to the Closing Night Reception catered by local Hawaiian food truck Poi Dog Philly and featuring the unveiling of limited edition Hawaiian ice cream flavor from Little Baby's Ice Cream. Facebook Event Page 

$8 – $10

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