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Asian Americans Redefine Visibility

Younger Asian Americans Navigate Something New to Their Generation In recent years, the visibility and influence of younger Asian Americans in various sectors of society have grown remarkably. As they step into roles traditionally less represented by their community, these young individuals find themselves navigating the novel and challenging terrain of “taking up space” —…

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“Consumers Embrace Holiday Decor Over Gifts, Sparking Retail Trends Shift”

Consumers Shift Focus to Holiday Decor Over Gifts Amid Changing Spending Trends Amid a transformative shift in consumer behavior, holiday decor has surfaced as a driving force for retailers this season, as consumers prioritize festive experiences over traditional gift-giving. According to Deloitte’s annual holiday spending survey, a marked increase in spending on decorations contrasts with…

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Omakase, Bagels, Barbecue, and ‘Culinary Class Wars’: 2024’s Food Trends

Restaurants led by chefs from Netflix’s hit cooking competition Culinary Class War took center stage this year, while sushi omakase, bagels, and Korean barbecue emerged as the most sought-after dining experiences, according to the 2024 Gourmet Trend Report released by restaurant reservation platform Catch Table on Friday. The analysis, based on reservations made between January…

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Korea Tourism Organization Embraces Tech to Revolutionize Tourism

In a bid to tackle persistent labor shortages, the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) is spearheading technology-driven solutions, offering a lifeline to tourism businesses still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact. “The focus this year has been on funding businesses to integrate food delivery robots, and the results are encouraging,” said Kwon Jong-sool, executive director of…

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Jungsik New York earns Michelin three stars

Korean Cuisine Rises: Three Michelin stars, a first for Korean cuisine Jungsik New York, led by Chef Yim Jung-sik, has become the first Korean restaurant in the United States to receive three Michelin stars. In the 2024 Michelin Guide for New York, Chicago, and Washington, released on Dec. 9, Jungsik New York was elevated from…

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