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Jullianne Pham
- Jan 9, 2018
Domestic Violence: A Silent Issue Facing Vietnamese American Women
In the Vietnamese culture, husbands are expected to hold dominant positions in the family. There is no doubt conflicts will arise when...
Jullianne Pham
- Nov 29, 2017
Secrecy Behind PTSD Among Vietnamese Elders Affecting Second Generation
Trauma and its enduring legacy--a well-known but rarely admitted secret among many Vietnamese elders and immigrants. The fall of Saigon...
Jullianne Pham
- Oct 23, 2017
What About Vietnam and Typhoon Doksuri?
Typhoon Doksuri is one of many severe tropical cyclones that have taken plight in recent months, in both the Atlantic and Pacific...
Trami Nguyen Cron
- Sep 6, 2017
Thờ Mẫu: Vietnam’s Worship of Mother Goddess of Three Realms recognized by UNESCO World Heritage in
This story has been republished from VietnamEazy.com As a kid in Saigon I remember my grandmother taking me to watch Lên Đồng, or Spirit...
Jullianne Pham
- Aug 31, 2017
There Are More Smokers Among Non-English Speaking Vietnamese Men Than the General US Population.
Have you ever noticed when walking by Vietnamese coffee shops, restaurants or cafes, there is a distinct smell of cigarette smoke in the...
Jullianne Pham
- Aug 7, 2017
The Vietnamese Diet and Cultural Beliefs Are Not As Healthy As You Think - Heart Disease, Diabetes,
Research studies on health disparities have been conducted on Vietnamese elders since their resettlement in the US the last 40 years....
Theresa Ngo
- Feb 1, 2017
The Paler the Skin, the Better?
If you have ever visited Vietnam, one of the first instances you will come across are drivers and pedestrians covered from head-to-toe in...
Theresa Ngo
- Jan 26, 2017
Historical Áo Dài and Khăn Đóng Featured in Chopsticks Alley Talk Episode 11 - Tet Edition
If you had a chance to tune in to Chopsticks Alley Talk Live Show on January 22, 2016, these Áo Dài, The following Vietnamese traditional...
Trami Nguyen Cron
- Jan 25, 2017
DIY How to Setup Bàn Thờ, Shrine to Give Offerings During Tết Lunar New Year
Setting up a Bàn Thờ or Shrine for Tết Lunar New Year is an easy yet complex task. Watch our Chopsticks Alley Talk - Live Tet Edition -...
Theresa Ngo
- Jan 24, 2017
Miss Vietnam's National Costume for the 65th Miss Universe 2017: Creative or Gaudy?
Miss Đặng Thị Lệ Hằng is representing Vietnam in the 65th Miss Universe, which will be held on January 30, 2017. In hopes of having Lệ...
Chopsticks Alley Talk
- Jan 23, 2017
Chopsticks Alley Talk Live - Tet Do's and Don'ts - Episode 11
Tet is an important Holiday for the Vietnamese. Watch Chopsticks Alley Talks Live - Episode 11 Topic: Tet Edition - Learn more about...
Carolyn Lê
- Nov 28, 2016
Part 1 - Challenging the Stereotype: Do Vietnamese People Eat Dogs?
The relationship between the canine and the Vietnamese is not a simple one. Not all Vietnamese embrace dog meat, and not all Vietnamese...
Chopsticks Alley Talk
- Nov 14, 2016
Chopsticks Alley Talk Live Facebook Feed "Vietsgiving - Hold the Turkey"
Tune in as Grandma Chung demonstrates how to make Banh Xeo, sizzling rice cake and see how Vietnamese American celebrate Thanksgiving. ...
Jullianne Pham
- Nov 8, 2016
Bamboo: The Unity of the Vietnamese Spirit
In Vietnam, the bamboo tree is a significant symbol of our culture and daily life. The solid, straight and high bamboo trees represent resil
Theresa Ngo
- Nov 8, 2016
Three Vietnamese Fashion Designers Making Their Way Into Mainstream Fashion
With Fashion Month behind us, world-renowned designers including Dolce & Gabbana and Versace presented their latest collections to the...
Chopsticks Alley Talk
- Nov 4, 2016
Chopsticks Alley Talk Live Facebook Feed "Superstition" Episode 8
If you'd like to sponsor our next Chospticks Alley Talk, send an email to chopsticksalley@gmail.com #talkshow #Life #superstition #halloween
Jennifer Chung
- Oct 19, 2016
DIY Pumpkin Recipes for Healthy Skin
“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” Amongst the pumpkin spice lattes and cozy, oversized sweaters, Fall brings a...
Trami Nguyen Cron
- Oct 18, 2016
A Heart Song for the Grand Opening of the First Vietnamese-American Community Center in the US.
Sunny California as it is more commonly known, but today of all days, the rain poured in above the City San Jose. Despite it all, the celeb
Theresa Ngo
- Oct 18, 2016
The Evolution of the Áo Dài, National Costume of Vietnam
The áo dài is a piece of Vietnamese culture that symbolizes the history and beauty of our people. Its simple yet flattering silhouette...
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