Black, Hispanic Kids Targeted by Ads for Junk FoodsEducation, awareness (and exercise) are needed from all sides to address poor eating habits and improve children's health especially in low income communities: parents, kids, schools. Media isn't to blame but highly influential.Education and awareness obviously starts at home. Sedentary habits like watching more ... Continue Reading
Power of Food “Taste Talk” by Natalie Keng, a unique, traveling food+diversity demo (private event)
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Johns Creek International Festival
From JohnsCreekGa.org, "The City of Johns Creek is home to more than 83 thousand people and is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the state and nation, representing many countries and cultures from around the world.The Johns Creek International Festival is a celebration of the best traditional food, music and art from our own backyard. We invite ... Continue Reading
Fun and Tasty: Buford Highway and Asian Supermarket Food Tours
EAT, SHOP & EXPLORE with Natalie: Fun, Tasty Food Tours! *AS FEATURED ON CNN* Before any "BuHi" Meetup groups or national Food Network exposure, I led the food and culture tours of our local "best kept secret" Buford Highway back in 2009. Most folks were unfamiliar and understandably, a bit intimidated by the area. Buford Highway was a world away from the sleek modern ... Continue Reading
Reflections on Food, Culture, Being American
https://youtu.be/cSh918c0A3sGood friend and musician Kevin So catches Natalie, Founder/Owner of Chinese Southern Belle, on improv car soapbox sharing thoughts on food, family and community...spontaneous food for thought.How do you define being an American? How does food and culture inform or impact your perspective?More:Joy of Being Yourself, PeachDish ... Continue Reading