Upcoming
March 9, 2022: A Night of “Anonymous Sex,” featuring Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and Hillary Jordan, moderated by Nan Klingener, with Elena Devers and Stephen Kitsakos, at The Studios of Key West in Key West, Fla.; 7 p.m. EST
An in-person celebration of “Anonymous Sex” featuring editors Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, moderated by Nan Klingener, with dramatic readings by Elena Devers and Stephen Kitsakos. $40 a ticket, $30 for members. (discounted price will display for Studios members upon login)
*price includes a copy of the book Anonymous Sex Tickets and information at this link: https://tskw.org/anonymous-sex-a-conversation-between-co-editors-hillary-jordan-and-cheryl-lu-lien-tan/ Bookseller for the event: Books and Books Key West.
March 10, 2022: “Crafting (and Selling) Your Non-Fiction Book / Memoir, a Workshop with Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, at The Studios of Key West in Key West, Fla.; 4 to 6 p.m. EST
Have a memoir or narrative non-fiction book you’re burning to write? There’s a formula to selling that idea, and this two-hour workshop will teach you how to do it. Publishers usually purchase a non-fiction work based on a proposal—this will give them a clear idea of the book that you’d like to write for them. This workshop will share the blueprint for these proposals—and walk you through the specifics of what goes into them, section by section. Come with an idea that you have and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, whose food memoir, “A Tiger in the Kitchen” was an international bestseller, will show you how to turn that into a proposal. Writers of all levels welcome. $45 a ticket; $35 for members. Tickets and information here: https://tskw.org/crafting-and-selling-your-narrative-non-fiction-book-memoir-with-cheryl-lu-lien-tan/
2022
February 1, 2022: Best Anonymous Sex virtual book launch featuring Co-editors Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan in conversation with contributors Heidi Durrow, Jamie Ford and Valerie Martin, with The Ripped Bodice bookstore in Los Angeles, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. PST / 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. EST.
Tune in to our Best Anonymous Sex virtual book launch event. Moderated by editors Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, they will celebrate the release of Anonymous Sex with contributors Heidi Durrow, Valerie Martin, and Jamie Ford. To watch, go to our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/therippedbodiceLA on Tuesday, February 1st from 5:00-6:00 PM PT (you do not need a Facebook account in order to watch).During the event, you will receive a 24 hour 15% off code to use on any purchase from the Ripped Bodice website! www.therippedbodicela.com We encourage you to ask questions for the authors in the comments section. Details at this link: https://www.therippedbodicela.com/events-and-tickets
February 3, 2022: Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan in conversation with Catherine Chung, Téa Obreht and Helen Oyeyemi about “Anonymous Sex” with Book People in Austin, Texas; 6 p.m. CST
Event Registration & Guidelines:
Event Begins at 6:00 P.M. CST.Digital Doors Open at approx. 5:55 p.m. CST.
The bookstore will have a limited quantity of signed bookplates for orders of Anonymous Sex. NOTE: Because this is a virtual event that will be hosted on Zoom, you will need access to a computer or other device that is capable of accessing and sufficient Internet access. If you have not used Zoom before, you may consider referencing Getting Started with Zoom. Details at this link: https://www.bookpeople.com/event/virtual-event-anonymous-sex
February 7, 2022: Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan in conversation with Rebecca Makkai, Chigozie Obioma and Victoria Redel about “Anonymous Sex” with Anderson’s Bookshop in Naperville, Ill.; 7 p.m. CST
Tune in to this virtual book launch event moderated by editors Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and featuring contributors Rebecca Makkai, Chigozie Obioma and Victoria Redel. Details at this link: https://www.andersonsbookshop.com/event/cheryl-tan-and-hillary-jordan
February 14, 2022: Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan in conversation with Catherine Chung and Dina Nayeri about “Anonymous Sex” with The Common Press in London; 6:30 p.m. UK time / 1:30 p.m. EST.
Tune in to this Valentine’s Day virtual book launch event moderated by editors Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and featuring contributors Catherine Chung and Dina Nayeri. Details at this link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-evening-of-anonymous-sex-with-hillary-jordan-cheryl-lu-lien-tan-tickets-258649957987
February 14, 2022: Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan in conversation with Jason Reynolds and Meredith Talusan about “Anonymous Sex” with Politics & Prose in Washington, D.C.; 6 p.m. EST
Tune in to this Valentine’s Day virtual book launch event moderated by editors Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and featuring contributors Jason Reynolds and Meredith Talusan. Details at this link: https://www.politics-prose.com/event/book/pp-live-anonymous-sex-panel-hillary-jordan-cheryl-lu-lien-tan-jason-reynolds-and-meredith
February 15, 2022: A Yaddo Celebration of “Anonymous Sex,” featuring Yaddo alums and contributors Tony Eprile, Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan at Manny’s Bistro in New York City; 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. EST
An in-person cocktail hour and celebration of “Anonymous Sex” hosted by Yaddo, featuring editors Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, as well as contributor Tony Eprile — at Manny’s Bistro: https://www.mannysbistrouws.com/ Bookseller for the event: Shakespeare & Co.
March 1, 2022: Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan in conversation with Robert Olen Butler and Julia Glass about “Anonymous Sex,” with Brookline Booksmith in Boston; 5 p.m. EST.
Tune in to this virtual book launch event moderated by editors Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and featuring contributors Robert Olen Butler and Julia Glass. Note: You must pre-register for this event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cheryl-lu-lien-tan-and-hillary-jordan-anonymous-sex-tickets-267062078867
February 10, 2022: Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan in conversation with Tony Eprile, Julia Glass, S.J. Rozan and Jeet Thayil about “Anonymous Sex” with the Center for Fiction in Brooklyn, N.Y.; 7 p.m. EST
Tune in to this virtual book launch event moderated by editors Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and featuring contributors Tony Eprile, Julia Glass, S.J. Rozan and Jeet Thayil. Details at this link: https://centerforfiction.org/event/the-craft-of-fiction-anonymous-sex/
2020
February 14, 2020: “Sarong Party Girls” Reading and Discussion at the YMCA’s Downtown Writers Center in Syracuse, N.Y.
Future details at this link: https://ycny.org/programs/arts/creative-writing
2019
November 7, 2019: “Superstars of Singapore Fiction” reading and panel discussion at the Bagri Literature Festival at Asia House in London, 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Reading and discussion of “Sarong Party Girls” and Singaporean literature with authors Jing Jing Lee and Sharlene Teo, with a cocktail reception featuring Singaporean canapes and drinks, sponsored by the Singapore High Commission of London. Details at this link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/superstars-of-singapore-fiction-tickets-68586637479
November 8, 2019: “Sarong Party Girls” U.K. book launch at the Second Shelf in London, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Reading, discussion and book signing of “Sarong Party Girls,” in conversation with Allison Devers, founder of The Second Shelf. Details at this link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cheryl-lu-lien-tan-on-sarong-party-girls-tickets-73552512545
November 12, 2019: “Sarong Party Girls” Scotland book launch at Golden Hare Books in Edinburgh, 6:30 p.m.
The Scotland book launch for “Sarong Party Girls,” with journalist and editor Magnus Linklater chairing. Reading, discussion and booksigning, with cocktails. Details at this link: https://goldenharebooks.com/events/sarong-party-girls-an-evening-with-cheryl-lu-lien-tan/
2017
January 18, 2017: “Visiting Author” Public Reading at LaSalle College of the Arts in Singapore, 7:30 p.m.
Public reading and book-signing as part of the “Visiting Author” series at LaSalle College of the Arts’ graduate creative writing program. Details at this link: http://www.lasalle.edu.sg/programmes/postgraduate/creative-writing/?events/sarong-party-girls-a-free-public-reading-by-visiting-author-cheryl-lu-lien-tan
April 27, 2017: Reading and Discussion at the Cúirt International Festival of Literature in Galway, Ireland, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Reading and discussion of “Sarong Party Girls” with Jami Attenberg and Sinéad Gleeson at Town Hall Theatre, 1 Courthouse Square in Galway. Tickets: €8 – €10. Details at this link: http://www.cuirt.ie/event/jami-attenberg-sinead-gleeson-cheryl-tan/
April 28, 2017: “Writing on Food” Workshop at the Cúirt International Festival of Literature in Galway, Ireland, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Workshop on food writing, at the Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology Library on Old Dublin Road in Galway. This event is free — to book, email: bernie.lally@gmit.ie Details at this link: http://www.cuirt.ie/event/cheryl-lu-lien-tan-writing-food/
2016
July 11, 2016: Sarong Party Girls Book Launch and “In Conversation With” Bill Goldstein at Book Culture in New York City, 7 p.m.
Conversation with Bill Goldstein, author and host of NBC New York’s “Bill’s Books,” about “Sarong Party Girls.” Book-signing to follow, at Book Culture, 450 Columbus Avenue (between 81st and 82nd), New York; 212.595.1962. http://www.bookculture.com/event/columbus-cheryl-lu-lien-tan-sarong-party-girls
July 12, 2016: “In Conversation With” Lauren Francis-Sharma about Sarong Party Girls & Book Signing at Kramerbooks & Afterwords in Washington, D.C., 6:30 p.m.
A Sarong Party Girls conversation with Lauren Francis-Sharma, author of “‘Til The Well Runs Dry,” following by a book-signing at Kramerbooks & Afterwords, 1517 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C.; 202-387-1400. http://kramers.com/cheryl-tan-sarong-party-girls
July 13, 2016: Writers LIVE: Sarong Party Girls Talk & Book Signing at the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore, 6:30 p.m.
A reading and conversation about “Sarong Party Girls” with Rafael Alvarez, Baltimore journalist, author and TV writer, at the Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore; 410.396.5430. http://calendar.prattlibrary.org/event/writers_live_cheryl_tan_sarong_party_girls#.V1oie5MrIb0
July 14, 2016: Sarong Party Girls reading and book signing at Words in Maplewood, N.J., 7 p.m.
A “Sarong Party Girls” reading and book signing at Words, 179 Maplewood Avenue, Maplewood, N.J.; 973-763-9500. http://wordsbookstore.com/events/
July 15, 2016: “In Conversation With” Sari Wilson about Sarong Party Girls at BookCourt in Brooklyn, 7 p.m.
A reading and conversation about “Sarong Party Girls” with Sari Wilson, author of “Girl Through Glass,” at BookCourt, 163 Court Street, Brooklyn; 718.875.3677. http://bookcourt.com/events/cheryl-lu-lien-tan-sari-wilson
July 19, 2016: “In Conversation With” Peter Mountford about Sarong Party Girls at Third Place Books in Seattle, 7 p.m.
In Conversation With Peter Mountford, author of “The Dismal Science,” about “Sarong Party Girls” at Third Place Books, 6504 20th Ave NE, Seattle; 206.525.2347. http://www.thirdplacebooks.com/ravenna
July 20, 2016: “In Conversation With” Hillary Jordan about Sarong Party Girls at Skylight Books in Los Angeles, 7:30 p.m.
“In Conversation With” Hillary Jordan, author of “When She Woke,” with a reading and book-signing of “Sarong Party Girls” at Skylight Books, 1818 N. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles; info@skylightbooks.com / 323.660.1175. http://www.skylightbooks.com/event/cheryl-lu-lien-tan-reads-her-new-book-sarong-party-girls
July 21, 2016: Sarong Party Girls Talk & Book Signing at The Booksmith in San Francisco, 7:30 p.m.
A reading and book-signing of “Sarong Party Girls” at The Booksmith, 1644 Haight Street, San Francisco; 415.863.8688. http://www.booksmith.com/event/cheryl-lu-lien-tan-sarong-party-girls
July 22, 2016: “Djerassi Forever” Evening with Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and Sarong Party Girls in San Francisco, 6 p.m.
Private reading, chat and book-signing of “Sarong Party Girls” — with Singaporean food and drinks — for supporters of the Djerassi Resident Artists Program, where the first chapters of this novel were written. Please contact Djerassi if you would like to attend.
July 23, 2016: “In Conversation With” Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan at Oakland Asian Cultural Center in Oakland, Calif., Noon
Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and Oakland Asian Cultural Center executive director Tamiko Wong will be discussing Tan’s debut novel Sarong Party Girls, followed by a Q&A and book signing. Books will be available for purchase courtesy of Eastwind Books of Berkeley. Refreshments will be served. Event will be from noon to 2 p.m. at Oakland Asian Cultural Center at 388 Ninth Street, #290, Oakland, Calif.; 510.637.0455; http://oacc.cc/events/2785/
July 25, 2016: Sarong Party Girls Talk & Book Signing at Half Price Books in Dallas, 7 p.m.
A reading and book-signing of “Sarong Party Girls” at Half Price Books, 5803 E. Northwest Highway, Dallas; 214.379.8000. https://www.hpb.com/001/
July 27, 2016: “In Conversation With” National Book Award winner Julia Glass about Sarong Party Girls at Brookline Booksmith in Boston, 7 p.m.
In conversation with National Book Award winner Julia Glass, author of “And The Dark Sacred Night,” about “Sarong Party Girls” at Brookline Booksmith, 279 Harvard Street, Brookline, Mass.; 617.566.6660. http://www.brooklinebooksmith.com/events/2016-07/cheryl-lu-lien-tan-sarong-party-girls/
August 3: “Sarong Party Girls” Talk & Q&A at the Singapore Consulate in New York City, 7 p.m.
“Sarong Party Girls” talk and Singaporean reception, hosted by the Singapore Permanent Mission to the United Nations and Singapore Consulate in New York, 318 East 48th Street (between 1st & 2nd Avenue), New York. Note: This event is only open to Singaporeans — please contact the consulate directly if you would like to attend.
August 6, 2016: Sarong Party Girls Talk & Book Signing at the Forest Hills Public Library in Forest Hills, N.Y., 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
A reading and book-signing of “Sarong Party Girls” at the Forest Hills Public Library, 108-19 71 Avenue, Forest Hills, N.Y.; 718.268.7934. http://www.queenslibrary.org/event/meet-the-author-cheryl-lu-lien-tan-sarong-party-girls
August 7, 2016: “The East Is No Longer Far: The Power of Storytelling” Panel Discussion at the Inaugural Queens Book Festival, 5 p.m.
“Stories are a study of how much work it is to be a family. They give us insight into our innermost thoughts and guide us into becoming our best selves while allowing us to make connections. These same stories grant us passage to catharsis and transformation.” Moderated by Gina Apostol. http://www.queensbookfestival.nyc/
August 16, 2016: Sarong Party Girls Reading & Book Signing at Point Street Reading Series, 7:30 p.m.
A reading and book-signing of “Sarong Party Girls” at Point Street Reading Series at Dueling Pianos, 3 Davol Square, Providence. https://robinkall.com/point-street-reading-series/
September 10, 2016: “Re: English, Singlish, Manglish” at the Cooler Lumpur Literary Festival in Kuala Lumpur, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
We adopt. We appropriate. We mix. We muddle. We mangle. We hurt the ones we love the most. Fuad Rahmat speaks to two Malaysians, a Singaporean, and an actual English person about our beloved English language, about its uses and abuses, about how its versatility has spawned a thousand different versions. Admission is FREE. http://www.coolerlumpur.com/reindependence/sessions/re-english-singlish-manglish/
September 11, 2016: “Telling Your Story Through Food” Memoir Writing Workshop at the Cooler Lumpur Literary Festival in Kuala Lumpur, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
This workshop will discuss food memoir as a construct, how to tell powerful stories using the lens of food, and how to go about reporting and creating this narrative. Please come with an idea of a food memoir you would like to pursue and write — perhaps with a little bit that you can read (just a paragraph or a few) — so we can discuss it. Online registration: RM60.00 — http://foodstory.peatix.com/ At the door: RM65.00. http://www.coolerlumpur.com/reindependence/sessions/telling-your-story-through-food/
September 11, 2016: “Re: Chic Lit. Or Why Women Should Rule The World,” with a Sarong Party Girls Book-Signing to follow, at the Cooler Lumpur Literary Festival in Kuala Lumpur, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Literature is still very much a man’s world. Whether in English or not, books by women are still rarely in the spotlight of publishers, critics, and award panels. Umapagan Ampikaipakan sits down with two women in literature for a conversation about how each went about finding their own unique literary voice and why it is critical to our social, political and literary landscapes. Admission is FREE. http://www.coolerlumpur.com/reindependence/sessions/re-chic-lit-or-why-women-should-rule-the-world/
October 15, 2016: Sarong Party Girls Talk & Book Signing at the University of Chicago, 6:30 p.m.
A reading and book-signing of “Sarong Party Girls” at the University of Chicago, part of the the SAMSU Singaporean Society Speaking Series. https://www.facebook.com/events/1258099160887515/
October 22, 2016: “The Modern Self” Reading, Q&A and Book Signing at the International Festival of Authors in Toronto, 1 p.m.
Join debut and established authors, Rowan Hisayo Buchanan, David Szalay and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan as they read from their new novels. The readings will be followed by an audience Q&A. Tickets are $18 — details here: http://ifoa.org/events/the-modern-self Cheryl’s full IFOA schedule here: http://ifoa.org/participants/cheryl-lu-lien-tan
October 23, 2016: “Pushing The Boundaries” Panel at the International Festival of Authors in Toronto, 3:30 p.m.
Amy Jones, Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, Suzana Tratnik and Charlotte Wood will talk about female character portrayals in literature and the consequences of women pushing social boundaries with NOW Magazine’s Susan G. Cole. This event will be hosted by Sheniz Janmohamed. Tickets are $18/$15 for supporters; details here: http://ifoa.org/events/pushing-the-boundaries Cheryl’s full IFOA schedule here: http://ifoa.org/participants/cheryl-lu-lien-tan
October 27, 2016: “All The Single Ladies” Panel at the Ubud Writers and Readers Festival in Bali, Indonesia, 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Single-by-choice, salary-independent and devoted to solo living, the single woman occupies a more powerful social, political, and economic position than ever before. What does the landscape look like across different cultures? How is it evolving? Panel discussion with Samantha Brown, Anita Heiss and Dahlia Rasyad at Indus Restaurant, Jalan Raya Sanggingan, Kec.Ubud, Gianyar, Bali. Information on the event and tickets here: http://www.ubudwritersfestival.com/program/all-the-single-ladies/ Cheryl’s full Bali schedule here: http://www.ubudwritersfestival.com/writers/cheryl-lu-lien-tan/
October 28, 2016: “Evolving English” Panel at the Ubud Writers and Readers Festival in Bali, Indonesia, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
English has always been an adaptive lingua franca. As our communications grow ever more global, the English language continues its dynamic evolution. Writers from Indonesia, Singapore, and the USA, take us inside their English. Panel discussion with at Gill Westaway, Ratih Kumala, Leila S. Chudori and Mitchell S. Jackson at Taman Baca. Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Ubud, Bali. Information on the event and tickets here: http://www.ubudwritersfestival.com/program/evolving-english/ Cheryl’s full Bali schedule here: http://www.ubudwritersfestival.com/writers/cheryl-lu-lien-tan/
October 28, 2016: “Meet The Writers” Long Table Dinner at the Ubud Writers and Readers Festival in Bali, Indonesia, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Eat, drink, and enjoy the finest literary company while savouring sumptuous Indonesian dishes from across the archipelago. Rub shoulders with fellow book-lovers and extraordinary writers from around the world for an evening of unforgettable cuisine and conversation. Tickets, IDR 750,000 each, include a welcome drink, three-course dinner + glass of wine, beer or soft drink. Venue is Desa Visesa Ubud. Jl. Suweta Banjar Bentuyung, Ubud, Bali. Information on the event and tickets here: http://www.ubudwritersfestival.com/program/long-table-dinner/ Cheryl’s full Bali schedule here: http://www.ubudwritersfestival.com/writers/cheryl-lu-lien-tan/
November 1, 2016: “Becoming A Wordsmith” Reading & Talk at Yale NUS College in Singapore, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Cheryl Tan is a New York-based Singaporean journalist and author. Her just-published novel is “Sarong Party Girls” and she is the author of the acclaimed “A Tiger In The Kitchen: A Memoir of Food & Family“ as well as the editor of the fiction anthology, “Singapore Noir.” Cheryl has written for the Wall Street Journal, In Style magazine and the Baltimore Sun. Her stories have also appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Food & Wine, National Geographic, Foreign Policy, Marie Claire, Newsweek, Bloomberg Businessweek, and The Straits Times among other places. Join us and the Writers’ Centre for a Rector’s Tea where she will read from her new novel (currently #2 on Singapore’s fiction best seller list) and also talk about her story and journey as a writer, which began when she moved to the US at 18 to attend Northwestern University. Aspiring writers will appreciate advice on how to build and sustain a career when starting out. Please RSVP on Symplicity by Monday, 31 October. Event is at the Elm Rector’s Commons on campus. https://cipe.yale-nus.edu.sg/career-services/student/career-events/
November 2, 2016: Singapore Press Club “Meet and Greet Sarong Party Girls Author” Session & Book Signing at the National Library in Singapore, 6 p.m.
Talk, book signing and Q&A at the National Library, 100 Victoria Street, Possibility Room, Level 5. Members can bring a guest each. Please register your attendance at http://spc2016-cheryltan.eventbrite.sg http://www.pressclub.org.sg/2016/10/meet-greet-sarong-party-girls-author-cheryl-lu-lien-tan-nov-2/
November 4, 2016: Sarong Party Girls “Meet The Author” Session & Book Signing at Tanglin Club in Singapore, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Talk, book signing and Q&A at Tanglin Club’s Claymore Room. Tickets for members: $8.00; guests: $10.00. To register, please email library@tanglin-club.org.sg or call 6622-0495. http://www.tanglinclub.org.sg/events/upcoming-events/events/meet-the-author-session-cheryl-lu-lien-tan.html
November 5, 2016: “Meet The Author” Sarong Party Girls Book Signing at Books Kinokuniya in Singapore, 4 p.m.
“Sarong Party Girls” chat and book signing at Books Kinokuniya at Ngee Ann City. https://kinokuniya.com.sg/events/meetcheryllulientan/
November 6, 2016: “Meet The Author” Sarong Party Girls Chat and Book Signing at Littered With Books in Singapore, 5 p.m.
“Sarong Party Girls” chat and book signing at Littered With Books. “We’re pleased and excited to have New York-based writer Cheryl Lu-lien Tan for an author’s reading and signing at Littered With Books. She will share her inspiration for her debut novel and engage participants in literary discussions. Please do join us!
Refreshments will be provided, and carpark slots are available at Duxton Road Carpark (next to Duxton Hill Road). https://www.facebook.com/events/327592070944844/
November 12, 2016: Sarong Party Girls Lunch Talk & Book Signing at the Hong Kong International Literary Festival in Hong Kong, Noon to 2 p.m.
An “In conversation with” chat with Hong Kong journalist and author Jason Y. Ng about “Sarong Party Girls” — lunch is included and a book-signing will follow. Part of the Hong Kong International Literary Festival; http://www.festival.org.hk/. Tickets for the event are HK $380 each — you can purchase them at this link: http://www.festival.org.hk/program/cheryl-tan-sarong-party-girls/
November 12, 2016: Sarong Party Girls Cocktail Reception & “In Conversation With” Bloomberg Television Anchor Angie Lau at Asia Society Hong Kong, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Cocktail reception and an “In conversation with” chat with Bloomberg Television anchor Angie Lau about “Sarong Party Girls.”Two Asian American journalists will be reuniting in Hong Kong for a wonderfully glamorous conversation. Cheryl Tan and Angie Lau will talk about Cheryl’s life, career, journey, and of course, the brain and imagination behind her brilliant new book, Sarong Party Girls. Who are these “Sarong Party” girls? What do they say about women, love, and life? How do they reflect the incredible experiences that an exclusive club of expatriate and Asian women live? And how does it document the fun and fury of living in this region? As clashing of cultures are constantly reflected on the pages of Cheryl’s writing, she will corral her life experiences from a print journalist in the U.S. into an international fiction writer.” Tickets for the event are HK $200 each for members of Asia Society and the Asian American Journalists Association and HK $300 for non-members — you can purchase them at this link: http://asiasociety.org/hong-kong/events/sarong-party-girls
November 14, 2016: Bookazine & Hong Kong Moms Present an Evening with Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan at CÉ LA VI, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a cocktail party to meet Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, the author of Sarong Party Girls, and let us take you to the vibrant city of Singapore for the evening. Treat yourself to a glass of wine or a Singapore-inspired cocktail while chatting with the author and get familiar with Singlish, the colorful Singaporean English language. Tickets for this event are HK$350 — you can purchase them here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bookazine-hong-kong-moms-present-an-evening-with-cheryl-lu-lien-tan-at-ce-la-vi-tickets-27872946734 One ticket will include two drinks and a signed copy of Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan’s Sarong Party Girls, which will be handed out at the event. This event will take place at CÉ LA VI located at 25/F Club Lounge, California Tower, 32 D’Aguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong. If there are any questions please email enquiries@bookazine.com.hk or visit us at www.bookazine.com.hk.
November 20, 2016: “Finding A Way: Readings From Three Novels,” at the Miami Book Fair in Miami, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Montague Kobbé‘s novel, On the Way Back, is a hilarious story centered around a failed business venture on the island of Anguilla. Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan’s Sarong Party Girls: A Novel is about a young woman’s rise in the glitzy, moneyed city of Singapore, where old traditions clash with heady modern materialism. Set in post-Franco Spain, Gabrielle Lucille Fuentes‘s novel, The Sleeping World, a disillusioned university student searches for her missing brother. https://www.miamibookfair.com/event/finding-a-way-readings-from-three-novels/ http://miamibookfair.com/
November 30, 2016: “Meet the Author” Night and University Club of Washington Book Fair in Washington, D.C., 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Don’t miss this opportunity to get up close and personal with over 70 authors and select gifts for book lovers of all ages. Come and get a jump on your holiday gift-giving and chat up the author as they sign a copy of their book just for you and yours! This favorite and always fun Club event is open to all members, guest and the general public. Click here for a complete list Full details at this link: https://www.universityclubdc.com/Default.aspx?p=DynamicModule&pageid=364578
2014
May 8, 2014: Singapore Noir Book Launch Party at The Arts House in Singapore, 7 p.m.
Get ready for an evening of intrigue at the official launch of Singapore Noir, a multi-author anthology of short crime fiction. Register for free by emailing sales@monsoonbooks.com.sg. http://singapore.eventful.com/events/singapore-noir-book-launch-/E0-001-069555150-1
May 10, 2014: Singapore Noir Book Signing at Books Kinokuniya in Singapore, 2 p.m.
Book signing and discussion at Books Kinokuniya at Ngee Ann City. https://www.kinokuniya.com.sg/index.php
May 16, 2014: Singapore Noir Book Signing at Books Actually in Singapore, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m..
Book signing and discussion at Books Actually. http://booksactually.com/
May 24, 2014: “A Day of Words” Literary Festival at Twenty Summers in Provincetown, Mass., 10 a.m.
Join Julia Glass, National Book Award–winning author, as she moderates readings and informal conversations with nine accomplished writers: Scott Challener, Jill Ciment, Rebecca Goldstein, Amy Hempel, Daniel Johnson, Valerie Martin, Steven Pinker, Leslie Shipman, and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan. The day will culminate in a celebration of the late Provincetown bard Stanley Kunitz, whose poem “Route Six” was the source of our name. Get your tickets here: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/twenty-summers-a-day-of-words-at-the-barn-tickets-11133991067?aff=ws
May 27, 2014: International Crime Fiction Month Panel at the Center For Fiction in New York City, 7 p.m.
International Crime Fiction Month featuring Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and Marco Malvaldi, moderated by Jonathan Santlofer and Crime Fiction Academy Director. http://www.centerforfiction.org/calendar/celebrating-international-crime-fiction-month
May 28, 2014: International Crime Fiction Month “Global Noir” Reading and Discussion at the Brooklyn Public Library’s Dweck Center in the Central Library in Brooklyn, N.Y., 7 p.m.
Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, editor of “Singapore Noir,” and Marco Malvaldi, author of “Game for Five,” read from their latest works discuss global Noir literature with Dennis Johnson, whose Melville House press publishes an International Crime Series. Moderated by Michael Reynolds, Editor-in-Chief of Europa Editions. http://www.akashicbooks.com/events/cheryl-lu-lien-tan-international-crime-month-brooklyn-public-library-central-branch-brooklyn-ny/
May 30, 2014: International Crime Fiction Month Party at the London Review of Books in New York City, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
International Crime Month party featuring Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, Marco Malvaldi, and editors and publishers from Grove Atlantic, Melville House, Europa Editions, and Akashic Books. Free beer, provided by Brooklyn Brewery! http://www.akashicbooks.com/events/cheryl-lu-lien-tan-international-crime-month-london-review-of-books-new-york-ny/
June 3, 2014: Singapore Noir Book Launch Party at Mysterious Bookshop in New York City, 6:30 p.m.
New York book launch party featuring Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan with contributors Colin Goh, Damon Chua, S.J. Rozan, and others TBA. This event will consist of a panel discussion followed by a reception with complimentary beer, wine, and hors d’oeurves. http://www.akashicbooks.com/events/singapore-noir-bookcourt-brooklyn-ny/
June 4, 2014: Singapore Noir Book Launch Party at the Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Washington, D.C., 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The Embassy of the Republic of Singapore and Mrs. Gouri Mirpuri cordially invite you to celebrate the release of the ground-breaking literary anthology SINGAPORE NOIR edited by CHERYL LU-LIEN TAN. Washington Post mysteries editor Dennis Drabelle will moderate; reception and book-signing to follow. Please RSVP by emailing info@akashicbooks.com or calling 718-643-9193 if you’d like to attend.
June 5, 2014: Singapore Noir Reading and Discussion at the Enoch Pratt Free Library’s Poe Room, 6:30 p.m.
Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, editor of Singapore Noir, talks with Rafael Alvarez, a contributor to Baltimore Noir. From Singapore, land of mysteries and shadows that enticed Somerset Maugham and Rudyard Kipling, comes a collection of new stories from some of the best contemporary writers in Singapore. Three of its contributors have won the Singapore Literature Prize: Simon Tay, Colin Cheong and Suchen Christine Lim. A native of Singapore, Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan is the author of A Tiger in the Kitchen. A former staff writer at the Baltimore Sun and Wall Street Journal, her work has also appeared in the New York Times and the Washington Post. http://calendar.prattlibrary.org/event/cheryl_lu-lien_tan_singapore_noir#.U1bziOZdXD8
June 8, 2014: Singapore Noir Reading and Book Signing at Skylight Books in Los Angeles, 5 p.m.
Reading, discussion and book signing of Singapore Noir. http://www.skylightbooks.com/event/cheryl-lu-lien-tan-reads-singapore-noir
June 9, 2014: Singapore Noir Reading and Book Signing at The Booksmith in San Francisco, 7:30 p.m.
Discussion of Singapore Noir with broadcast journalist George Kiriyama, with book signing to follow. http://www.booksmith.com/
June 12, 2014: “Tarnishing Singapore,” with Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, Damon Chua, Colin Goh, moderated by Hirsh Sawhney, at the Asian American Writers Workshop in New York City, 7 p.m.
Singapore is known for order, safety, cleanliness. Singapore Noir, a new book edited by Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, breaks us of that image. Join us for stories of geomancy, gambling, fisheries, and femmes fatales by Tan and contributors Damon Chua and Colin Goh. Moderated by Hirsh Sawhney (editor of Delhi Noir). Presented by the Asian American Writers’ Workshop, the Asian American Journalists Association, New York Singapore Association, and Akashic Books. http://aaww.org/curation/singapore/
June 14, 2014: Chicken Rice Dinner and Singapore Noir Reading / Book Signing at Yumcha Yoga in New York City, 7 p.m.
Literary salon celebrating Singapore Noir with readings by authors Damon Chua, Colin Goh and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan with a special performance by Singaporean theremin performer Shueh-Li Ong and a book signing to follow.
June 27, 2014: Singapore Noir Reading and Book Signing at Women and Children First in Chicago, 7:30 p.m.
Reading, discussion and book signing of Singapore Noir. http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/
June 29, 2014: International Crime Fiction Reading and Discussion at the American Library Association’s Annual Convention in Las Vegas, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Reading, discussion and book signing of Singapore Noir. http://ala14.ala.org/
June 30, 2014: Singapore Noir Reading and Book Signing at Magers & Quinn Booksellers in Minneapolis, 6:30 p.m.
Reading, discussion and book signing of Singapore Noir. http://www.magersandquinn.com/index.php?main_page=event
August 7, 2014: “MOCA Reads” Singapore Noir Discussion with Authors Colin Goh and Damon Chua at Museum of Chinese in America in New York City, 7 p.m.
Reading, discussion and book signing of Singapore Noir with contributors Colin Goh and Damon Chua. Admission fee: $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, students and MOCA members. http://www.mocanyc.org/visit/events/mocareads_singapore_noir Register here: https://mocanyc.obsres.com/Info.aspx?EventID=7
October 10, 2014: “The Local Cosmopolitan” Reading Opening Party of the Singapore Literature Festival in New York City, 7 to 9 p.m.
Featuring authors Alfian Sa’at, Alvin Pang, Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, Kirstin Chen and Wena Poon. Can a writer be both cosmopolitan in outlook and local in orientation? Marking the official opening of the festival, this reading showcases work that travels between home and the world. The reading is followed by book signing and a reception. Location: Book Culture Bookstore, 536 W 112th Street, New York, New York. http://www.bookculture.com/event/112th-singapore-literature-festival-opening-party
October 11, 2014: “Rich Words, Poor Words” Reading & Panel Discussion at the Singapore Literature Festival in New York City, 2 to 3 p.m.
Authors Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, Joshua Ip and Wena Poon discuss the growing divide between haves and have-nots is of concern around the world. How does language reinforce or bridge this divide? This reading explores the relationship between class, ethnicity and language. The writers will sign books after the reading. Location: 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, New York. Tickets are $10 — click here to purchase: http://www.92y.org/Event/Rich-Words-Poor-Words.aspx
October 11, 2014: Mingling and Book Signing at the Singapore Literature Festival in New York City, 6 to 6:30 p.m.
Authors Alfian Sa’at, Alvin Pang, Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, Christine Chia, Cyril Wong, Haresh Sharma, Jason Erik Lundberg, Joshua Ip, Kirstin Chen, Pooja Nansi, Tania De Rozario, Verena Tay and Wena Poon will answer questions and sign books. Location: 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, New York.
October 12, 2014: Singapore Literature Festival Closing Party at McNally Jackson Bookstore in New York City, 7 to 9 p.m.
Featuring authors Alfian Sa’at, Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, Christine Chia, Cyril Wong, Haresh Sharma, Jason Erik Lundberg, Joshua Ip, Pooja Nansi, Tania De Rozario, Verena Tay and Wena Poon. Literature has its roots in the oral tradition, in song, gossip, lullaby, and prayer. This reading returns the written word to its magical, hopeful and inspirational spoken origins. The reading is followed by book signing and a reception. Location: McNally Jackson Bookstore, 52 Prince Street, New York, New York. http://mcnallyjackson.com/
November 17 – 24, 2014: Singapore Noir Reading and Book Signing at the Miami Book Fair in Miami.
Reading, discussion and book signing of Singapore Noir. http://www.miamibookfair.com/
2013
April 10, 2013: Meet the Artists “April on the Deck” Potluck at The Studios of Key West in Key West, Fla., 6 p.m.
Please join us at 607 Ashe Street Wednesday, April 10 from 6-8pm for a potluck supper to meet our April artists in residence. Please bring an appetizer, salad, main dish dessert or snack, and TSKW will supply the beverages. APRIL residency artists: Peter Fortunato, Writer/Poet – Ithaca, NY; Rafael Galvez, Painter – Homestead, FL; Jiayin Shen, Pianist – Baltimore, MD; Cheryl Tan, Writer – Brooklyn, NY. Please RSVP here:https://www.facebook.com/events/512512932139369/
April 15, 2013: Short and Sweet: An Evening of Readings at The Studios of Key West in Key West, Fla., 5:30 p.m.
An evening of readings by TSKW residency writers and poets. The evening begins with the recognition of Bud Navero and Angela M. Williams, two local poets who took first and second place in this year’s Robert Frost Poetry and Haiku contest. It will continue with the reading of poems and short excerpts by April writers in residence, Peter Fortunato and Cheryl Tan, and will conclude with dessert and a question and answer session with the residency artists. Details here: http://tskw.org/exhibitions/short-and-sweet-an-evening-of-readings/
April 18, 2013: Walk On White Artists Open Studio at The Studios of Key West in Key West, Fla., 6 p.m.
The April artists in residence at The Studios of Key West will be opening their studios to the public for the monthly “Walk on White” art event. Swing by 600 White Street to chat with poet Peter Fortunato, painter Rafael Galvez and writer Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan about their work. http://tskw.org/
May 30, 2013: “A Tiger in the Kitchen” Book Club Meeting at The BookMark Shoppe in Brooklyn, N.Y., 7:30 p.m.
“A Tiger in the Kitchen” is The BookMark Shoppe’s May pick for their monthly book club! Please join us for a lively discussion on May 30.https://www.facebook.com/events/102766506566056/
Please check out my recent speaking schedule below or follow my travels on the A Tiger in the Kitchen Book Tour interactive Google map.
2012
January 19: Singaporean-Style Chinese New Year Dinner with Northwestern University Alumni Club in New York, 6:30 p.m.
Come celebrate the new Year of the Dragon with a special Southeast Asian dinner at Cafe Asean in the West Village. The three-course dinner includes such treats as tofu bakar, Malay-style tofu pockets filled with julienned vegetables and slathered with peanut sauce, and Southeast Asian grilled chicken. A copy of “A Tiger in the Kitchen” will be included with the dinner. Tickets are $36 for NU club members, $46 for non members and $56 for the event and 1-year club membership. If you’d like to attend, seating is limited so please RSVP soon at https://www.nwuconnection.com/default.aspx?Page=EVNTEventDetail&EventID=3285 Questions? Email Nancy at nmoda@rcn.com
February 5: Southeast Asian Lunch & “A Tiger in the Kitchen” Discussion at Cafe Asean, New York City, Noon
A special Southeast Asian lunch and discussion of “A Tiger in the Kitchen” organized byAlso Known As, an organization of international adoptees, at Cafe Asean, 117 W. 10th St., New York; 212.633.0348; http://www.cafeasean.com/ Books will be on sale at the event. Please RSVP to elizabeth.sackovich@gmail.com if you would like to attend.
February 7: The Folding Chair Reading Series in Brooklyn, N.Y., 7 p.m.
“A Tiger in the Kitchen” reading and book signing, together with Nicholas Boggs, author of an upcoming memoir at 61 Local Public House, 61 Bergen St, Brooklyn, N.Y.;https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Folding-Chair/167392426647430?sk=wall
February 19, 2012: Book Signing at Popular Jurong Point in Singapore, 1 p.m.
“A Tiger in the Kitchen” chat and book signing at Popular Jurong Point — 1 Jurong West Central 2 #B1-41 Jurong Point Shopping Centre in Singapore; Tel.: 65.6793.5280;popjp@popularworld.com https://www.popular.com.sg/jsp/index.jsp
February 19, 2012: Book Signing at Popular NEX in Singapore, 3 p.m.
“A Tiger in the Kitchen” chat and book signing at Popular NEX — 23 Serangoon Central #04-59/60, NEX mall in Singapore, Tel.: 65.6514.6718; popnex@popularworld.com;https://www.popular.com.sg/jsp/index.jsp
February 25, 2012: “Sex, Lies & Pineapple Tarts” at Capital Literary Festival in Beijing, 12:30 p.m.
“Sex, Lies & Pineapple Tarts,” a talk, discussion and book signing. On a mission to preserve her Singapore family’s treasured culinary history, Tan excavates family histories along with the recipes. Talk is at 12:30 p.m. at Capital M Restaurant, 3/F, No.2 Qianmen Pedestrian Street, (just south of Tian’anmen Square), Beijing 100051 China; ??????????2?3?, ?? 100051, Tel (86 -10) 6702-2727. For reservations, please go to:http://www.m-restaurantgroup.com/capitalm/Writers_Details.html?id=172
March 2, 2012: Memoir Writing Workshop at Shanghai International Literary Festival in Shanghai, 2 p.m.
“Digging Up Skeletons” — The author of the food memoir “A Tiger in the Kitchen,” on how to mine your family and personal history for great stories. Workshop takes place at 2 p.m. at M on the Bund, 7/F, No.5 The Bund (corner of Guangdong Lu , Shanghai 200002, China; ??????????20?7? , ?? 200002, Tel (86 -21) 6350-9988;http://www.m-onthebund.com/mbund/ To reserve tickets, please go to: http://www.m-onthebund.com/mbund/writers-details.html?id=214
March 4, 2012: “Sex, Lies & Pineapple Tarts” at Shanghai International Literary Festival in Shanghai, 2 p.m.
“Sex, Lies & Pineapple Tarts,” a talk, discussion and book signing. On a mission to preserve her Singapore family’s treasured culinary history, Tan excavates family histories along with the recipes. Talk is at 2 p.m. at M on the Bund, 7/F, No.5 The Bund (corner of Guangdong Lu , Shanghai 200002, China; ??????????20?7? , ?? 200002, Tel (86 -21) 6350-9988; http://www.m-onthebund.com/mbund/ To reserve tickets, please go to: http://www.m-onthebund.com/mbund/writers-details.html?id=214
March 11, 2012: Cooking Demonstration & Book Signing at Paris Cookbook Fair in Paris, 11 a.m.
“A Tiger in the Kitchen” cooking demonstration in the International Show Kitchen and book signing to follow — 11 a.m. at Le CENTQUATRE 5, rue Curial – 75019 Paris. For details on how to get there, go to http://www.cookbookfair.com/index.php/paris-cookbook-fair/practical-information For details on the fair:http://www.cookbookfair.com/paris.php
May 20: “A Tiger in the Kitchen” Talk, Reading & Q&A at Omnivore Books, San Francisco, 3 p.m.
“A Tiger in the Kitchen” reading, talk and book signing at Omnivore Books, 3885a Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco, Calif., 415.282-4712; http://omnivorebooks.com/
June 21: “A Tiger in the Kitchen” Talk & Q&A at Commonwealth Club of California, San Francisco, Noon
“A Tiger in the Kitchen” talk, hosted by the Singapore Consulate General in San Francisco at Commonwealth Club of California, 595 Market St, Second floor, San Francisco;http://www.commonwealthclub.org/
September 20, 2012: ““New On Tap: Featuring Debut Authors” at Brooklyn Book Festival, 7 p.m.
A showcase of debut poets, novelists and memoirists that features up-and-coming writers, many of whom are New York- or Brooklyn-based. Join these new authors, including Austin LaGrone (Oyster Perpetual), Lauren McClung (Between Here and Monkey Mountain), Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan (A Tiger in the Kitchen), Greg Gerke(There’s Something Wrong with Sven) and Hugh Sheehey (The Invisibles), as they read original short work on the theme of “new on tap” to go with the microbrew pub atmosphere. Co-hosted by Debut Lit founder and writer Rebekah Anderson and PitchKnives & Butter Forks bloggers Jason Leahey and Shannon Dunlap. Book signing to follow. Location: Pacific Standard, 82 4th Avenue (between St. Marks Place and Bergen Street), 7 p.m.
October 5, 2012: “Three Chefs Abroad” at Hong Kong International Literary Festival, 3:30 p.m.
A talk by 3 chefs/writers with different backgrounds – one is a Chinese based in New York, one is a Briton who speaks Chinese and the other is an American who learnt sushi-making. How did they end up where they are? What lessons do they have in learning to cook outside their culture? Murray Mackenzie, a professional chef and Education Specialist at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, talks to Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, Fuchsia Dunlop and Tracy Griffith from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at THB100, Basement Level 1, School of Hotel & Tourism Management, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Book signing to follow. http://www.festival.org.hk/programme
October 7, 2012: The CityU Creative Writing Series: “Digging Up Skeletons: How to Mine Your Family History for Stories” at Hong Kong International Literary Festival, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
The CityU Creative Writing Series: Digging Up Skeletons: How to Mine Your Family History for Stories. Do you believe your family has a unique tale to tell? Getting the blood and meat of the story may be harder than you think. Cheryl Tan, a New York-based writer, who wrote A Tiger In The Kitchen, leads a workshop that will explore the ways in which you can extract your family stories in order to tell a rich, textured story. Cheryl Tan’s trip is supported by the National Arts Council of Singapore. Note: Participants should come with an idea for a memoir they would like to write and write a few paragraphs that would be the possible opening paragraphs for the book. Event is at Room M4053, Run Run Shaw Creative Media Centre, City University of Hong Kong. Register for this event here:http://www.festival.org.hk/programme
October 7, 2012: “The Business of Food Writing” at Hong Kong International Literary Festival, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
What could possibly be more fascinating or fun than eating? Susan Jung, Senior Food and Wine editor of the South China Morning Post in Hong Kong, sits down with Singaporean New Yorker Cheryl Tan, author of A Tiger in the Kitchen, to a feast of discussion about family and food; restaurants and recipes; and how to write about food. Wendy Gan, assistant professor at the School of English at the University of Hong Kong, joins the conversation. Did you always want to be a food critic? Step right up, your table’s waiting. Event is at the Hullett House, 881 Heritage 2A Canton Road, Hong Kong;http://www.hulletthouse.com/#/hullett-house-home Register for this event here:http://www.festival.org.hk/programme
November 4, 2012: “Up and Coming” at Singapore Writers Festival in Singapore, 7 p.m.
Featuring Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, Nirrosette and Zafar Anjum; moderated by Corrie Tan. Introducing up and coming literary talents who are making an impact in Singapore and abroad, this panel discusses how these emerging writers got their breakthrough, their style as writers and whether they get support–or face resistance–from their literary forbears. Event is at ilovebooks.com Pavilion, Campus Green, Singapore Management University from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Book signing to follow.http://www.singaporewritersfestival.com/index.php?option=com_php&Itemid=69&category=3&id=308
December 1, 2012: Book Signing at Arthur M. Sackler Gallery 25th Anniversary Book Fair in Washington, D.C., 1 p.m.
2011
February 2: “Dinner By The Book,” New York City, 6 to 8 p.m.
“Dinner By The Book” with the YWCA — a conversation and tasting of Southeast Asian dishes mentioned in the book such as popiah (a Singaporean summer roll) and pineapple tarts at Cafe Asean, 117 West 10th. New York, NY 10011; 212-633-0348. Please RSVP by February 1; more details here:http://www.ywcanyc.org/dinner-by-the-book/
February 9: In Conversation with Julie Powell, New York City, 7 p.m.
Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and Julie Powell (author of Julie & Julia) In Conversation at McNally Jackson Bookstore, 52 Prince Street, New York, NY 10012; 212-274-1160.
February 10: Museum of Chinese in America Q&A and book signing, New York City, 6:30 p.m.
Talk, Q&A and book signing at MOCA, 215 Centre Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-619-4785
February 15: Lunar New Year cocktails and reading with the Asian American Journalists Association at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, New York City, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Ring in the Year of the Rabbit with Special Guest Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, who is launching her new book “A Tiger in the Kitchen.” Enjoy complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres with writers, producers, editors and publishers at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel at 80 Columbus Circle; win prizes from General Motors and Double Crown. Open to all: Free for members of the Asian American Journalists Association. $20 for the rest. Please RSVP by February 7 at: http://lunarnewyearaaja.eventbrite.com/
February 24: Asian American Writers Workshop, 7 p.m.
Talk and book signing at Asian American Writers Workshop, 110-112 W. 27th Street, Sixth Floor, NY, NY 10001. www.aaww.org
March 3: The Brooklyn Launch of A Tiger In The Kitchen, Brooklyn, New York, 7 p.m.
The official Brooklyn launch event for A Tiger In The Kitchen! A talk, Q&A and book signing at BookCourt, 163 Court Street, Brooklyn, N.Y.; 718-875-3677; http://www.bookcourt.org/category/events/
March 10: Reading and Book Signing at Books, Inc. SF Opera Plaza, San Francisco, 7 p.m. Reading and signing at Books Inc. SF Opera Plaza, 601 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94102; 415-776-1111;http://www.booksinc.net/SFOpera
March 26 to 28: Literary Feast at Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan will be speaking at the 23rd Literary Feast, organized by the Broward Public Library Foundation, at the Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six in Fort Lauderdale. Details here: http://www.bplfoundation.org/literaryfeast.htm
March 27: Book Signing at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan will be signing copies of A Tiger in the Kitchen at the A1A Travel Mart at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 100 Aviation Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The Travel Mart is located in Terminal 3, across from Chili’s.
March 31: Reading and Signing at Red Canoe Bookstore & Cafe, Baltimore, 6 p.m. Reading and signing at Red Canoe Bookstore & Cafe at 4337 Harford Road, Baltimore; 410-444-4440; http://www.redcanoe.bz/
April 1: A Celebration of A Tiger in the Kitchen at the Embassy of the Republic of Singapore, Washington, D.C. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Asia Society and the Embassy of the Republic of Singapore invite you to an evening to celebrate “A Tiger In The Kitchen: A Memoir of Food and Family” with a talk, book signing and tasting of Singaporean dishes. Singapore Ambassador Chan Heng Chee and Jack Garrity, Executive Director of the Asia Society Washington, will speak. $20 for Asia Society members, $30 for non-members, $10 for students. RSVP here by March 31:https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=ce0862 The embassy is located at 3501 International Place, NW, Washington, DC 20008; 202.537.3100.
April 2: A Tiger in the Kitchen Reading and Tasting of Singaporean Cuisine at Cafe Asia in Arlingon, Va., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Organization of Chinese Americans and Asian American Journalists Association invite you to meet Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and enjoy Singaporean hors d’oeuvres and light fare at Cafe Asia: 1550 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22209-2435; 703.469.1953. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. $3 for non-members; free for OCA-NOVA and AAJA members. Please RSVP to rsvp@ocanova.org.
April 2: Talk & Soiree with A Tiger in the Kitchen in Washington, D.C., 5 p.m.The Spice & Tea Exchange in Georgetown invites you to a talk and signing with Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan. Come meet the author, buy a book and get it signed! The Spice & Tea Exchange is at 1069 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20007; 202.333.4540. http://www.spiceandtea.com/page.html?chapter=1&id=31
April 14: Reading, Q&A, Book Signing & Singaporean lunch at Fordham University Lincoln Center in New York City, 12 p.m.
Reading, chat, Q&A and signing of A Tiger in the Kitchen, followed by a light Singaporean lunch, at Fordham University Lincoln Center, 113 West 60th St on Columbus Ave. The event will be held at the Leon Lowenstein Building, Rm. 506. Note: This is open to Fordham University students and faculty only. Please RSVP here:http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=137290089675516
April 19: Ambassador Vanu Gopala Menon, Permanent Representative of Singapore to the United Nations in New York, hosts a special A Tiger in the Kitchen Reading & Reception in New York City, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Ambassador Menon warmly invites members of the New York Singapore Association and Overseas Singaporeans to a reading by Singaporean writer Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan from “A Tiger in the Kitchen” at the Consulate of Singapore, 231 East 51st Street, New York, NY 10022, (between 2nd and 3rd Avenues). Reception will feature a sampling of Singaporean dishes. Attire – Smart Casual. Please RSVP by April 15 to 212.223.3331 ext. 10 or singcon_nyc@sgmfa.gov.sg Information on New York Singapore Association here:http://nysingaporeassociation.com/
April 26: A Tiger in the Kitchen Reading with Gabrielle Hamilton, author of the New York Times bestselling food memoir Blood, Bones & Butter, The Inadvertent Education of a Reluctant Chef, in New York City, 7 to 9 p.m. Joint reading with Gabrielle Hamilton at KGB Bar, 85 E. 4th St., 2nd Floor, NY, NY 10003; 212.505.3360.
May 8: Book sales and signing at Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Festival in New York City, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Signing and sales of A Tiger in the Kitchen at the Asian American Journalists Association booth at the AAPI Heritage Festival from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Union Square Park, East 14th Street between Broadway and Park. http://capaonline.org/eventschedule.htm
May 12: Panel Discussion & Book Signing at Thomson Reuters in New York City, 3:30 p.m. Panel discussion on exploring Asian identities in literature with G.B. Tran, author of the graphic novel “Vietnamerica: A Family’s Journey” and S. Mitra Kalita, author of “Suburban Sahibs,” followed by Q&A and signing of A Tiger in the Kitchen at Thomson Reuters, 3 Times Square, New York, NY 10036.
May 14: Book Signing & Food Demonstration with Chef Simpson Wong at Bloomingdale’s in New York City, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Book signing of A Tiger in the Kitchen, tasting and demonstration of how to make “popiah,” a Singaporean summer roll, with Cafe Asean‘s Chef Simpson Wong at Bloomingdale’s, 1000 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10022; (212) 705-2000.
May 24: Speech on “The Tiger Approach to Work/Life Balance” at Citi’s Celebration of Asian American Heritage Month in New York City, 5:30 p.m.
Talk and book signing of A Tiger in the Kitchen at CitiGroup’s headquarters, 388 Greenwich Street, Chelsea Rooms, New York, NY 10013. Note: Event is open to Citi employees only.
June 1: Reading & Book Signing at Bookends in Ridgewood, N.J., 7 p.m.
Reading and signing of A Tiger in the Kitchen at Bookends, 211 East Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450; 201.445.0726; www.book-ends.com
June 2: Cocktails, Reading & a Three-Course Dinner Inspired by A Tiger in the Kitchen in St. Charles, Ill., 6 p.m.
Cocktail hour (6 to 7 p.m.), reading and a three-course dinner inspired by A Tiger in the Kitchen: A Memoir of Food and Family. Cocktail hour is open to everyone; for a dinner reservation, please contact Town House Books: 105 North 2nd Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois 60174; Book Store: (630) 584-8600; Café: (630) 584-8603; E-mail:thb105@gmail.com http://www.townhousebooks.com/
June 3: Cocktails, Reading & Book Signing with the Asian American Journalists Association in Chicago, 6 p.m.
Reading and signing of A Tiger in the Kitchen at an Asian American Journalists Association Chicago chapter book party from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Chicago Public Media and WBEZ’s community room and terrace on Navy Pier, 848 East Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611; 312-948-4600; http://www.chicagopublicmedia.org/eventspace This event is free for members; $10 for non-members. Click here to RSVP:http://aajajune3event.eventbrite.com/
June 4: Memoir Writing Panel Discussion at Printers Row Lit Fest in Chicago, 12:30 p.m.
Panel discussion: “Journey Back to Self,” featuring authors Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan (“A Tiger in the Kitchen: A Memoir of Food and Family“), Lisa Napoli (“Radio Shangri-La: What I Learned in Bhutan, The Happiest Kingdom on Earth“) and Miranda Kennedy (“Sideways on a Scooter: Life and Love in India“), moderated by Janet Desaulniers, 12:30 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. at Hotel Blake, 500 S. Dearborn Street in Chicago. For information on the lit fest, go to: www.printersrowlitfest.org
June 5: Reading & Book Signing at Women & Children First Bookstore in Chicago, 4:30 p.m.
Reading and signing of A Tiger in the Kitchen at Women & Children First Bookstore, 5233 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60640; 773.769.9299;http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com
June 10: Reading & Book Signing at The Elliott Bay Book Company in Seattle, 8 p.m.
Reading and signing of A Tiger in the Kitchen at The Elliott Bay Book Company, 1521 Tenth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122; 206.624.6600; http://www.elliottbaybook.com/
June 10: Dessert Reception with Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan at the Madrona home of Terry Tazioli, host of TVW’s “Author Hour” in Seattle, 9:30 p.m.
Late-night snacks with Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan at a VIP reception immediately after her book reading at Elliott Bay Book Co. In Singapore, midnight snacks are called siew yeh — you’re invited to siew yeh with Cheryl after her reading Friday! You’ll get personalized cooking tips from Cheryl and the New York Fashion Week style forecast straight from the one-time InStyle magazine editor. All attendees will receive a signed copy of a new special recipe designed for Seattle foodies by Cheryl that is not in her book. You’ll also be able to purchase autographed copies of her new book at the reception. It’s all for a great cause. Proceeds from the reception will benefit the Founders Scholarship program for the nonprofit Asian American Journalists Association Seattle Chapter. AAJA members get in for $25. Non-AAJA members pay $40. A big thanks to Elliott Bay Book Co. for its support: It’s donating 10 percent of sales of Cheryl’s book to the Founders Scholarship. Click here to RSVP: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/178923
June 12: Reading & Book Signing at Eagle Harbor Book Co. in Bainbridge Island, Washington, 3 p.m.
Reading and signing of A Tiger in the Kitchen at Eagle Harbor Book Co., 157 Winslow Way East, Bainbridge Island, Washington 98110; 206.842.5332;http://www.eagleharborbooks.com/
June 13: How to build your social media following: A Conversation with Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan at The Seattle Times newsroom in Seattle, 12:30 p.m.
Join journalist turned food memoir-writer and former Wall Street Journal fashion writer Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan as she discusses “A Tiger in the Kitchen: A Memoir of Food and Family,” a food travelogue about a year that she spent traveling to Singapore, where she was born, to learn about her family and cultural heritage by cooking with the women in her family. Cheryl will discuss how she transitioned from being a staff writer at a major newspaper to selling her book and becoming a one-woman blogging and writing business, how she has used social media tools such as Twitter and Facebook to build her following and brand herself as a new author. She will also offer tips on how you can build your own personal brand and get people to read your stories. Brown bag lunch with book selling and signing to follow, at The Seattle Times, 1120 John Street, Seattle, WA 98109; 206.464.2111. Note: This is only open to Seattle Times employees.
June 13: Reading & Book Signing at Orca Books in Olympia, Washington, 6 p.m.
Reading and signing of A Tiger in the Kitchen at Orca Books, 509 E. 4th Avenue, Olympia, WA 98501; 360.352.0123; http://www.orcabooks.com/
June 17: Reading & Book Signing at Powell’s Books at Cedar Hills Crossing in Beaverton, Oregon, 7 p.m.
Reading and signing of A Tiger in the Kitchen at Powell’s Books at Cedar Hills Crossing, 3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton, OR 97005; 503.228.4651;http://www.powells.com/locations/powells-books-at-cedar-hills-crossing/
June 28: Book Signing at Time Inc. 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Book signing (with samples of Singaporean pineapple tarts featured in the book) at Time Inc.’s annual CHOW festival featuring chefs from New York restaurants Betel, Cafe Asean, An Choi and more. Top Chef’s Angelo Sosa will be giving out food samples, too. Event is at Time Inc., 1271 Avenue of the Americas, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10020. Note: Event is only open to Time Inc. employees.
June 29: Talk, Book Signing & Cocktail Party with Asia Society Texas in Houston, 7 p.m.
Asia Society Texas hosts A Tiger in the Kitchen in Houston with a reading, talk and book signing — with cocktails and Asian snacks — at United Way of Houston, 50 Waugh Drive, Houston, TX 77007.
August 6: “Asian Americans in Pop Culture” Panel Discussion & Book Signing at Organization of Chinese Americans National Convention in New York City, 2:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Panel discussion with book signing to follow at the Organization of Chinese Americans national convention at the Grant Hyatt Hotel, 109 East 42nd Street, New York. Information on convention here: http://ocanational.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=162&Itemid=
August 12: Authors Showcase Panel Discussion at Asian American Journalists Association’s National Convention in Detroit, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
“How to Write and Publish Your First Book” panel discussion and signing of “A Tiger in the Kitchen” at the Asian American Journalists Association’s national convention at COBO Center, 1 Washington Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226; 313-877-8777;http://www.cobocenter.com/ Fellow panelists include Mei-Ling Hopgood, author of “Lucky Girl” and “How Eskimos Keep Their Babies Warm” and Monte Reel, author of “The Last of the Tribe.” Book signing will follow the panel discussion.
August 13: Cocktail Hour Reading & Book Signing at Leopold’s Books in Detroit, 7 p.m.
Beer, wine and a reading, chat and book signing at Leopold’s Books, The Park Shelton, 15 E Kirby St, Detroit, MI, 48202; 313-875-4677; leopoldsbooks@gmail.com;http://www.leopoldsbooks.com/About/
September 3: Decatur Book Festival in Decatur, Georgia, 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Reading and discussion of “A Tiger in the Kitchen: A Memoir of Food and Family” at the Decatur Book Festival. Book signing to follow. Event goes from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. at the First Baptist Decatur Sanctuary Stage, 308 Clairemont Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030-2594. http://www.decaturbookfestival.com/2011/schedule/event-details.php?id=38
September 18: Brooklyn Book Festival in Brooklyn, New York, Noon
Brooklyn Book Festival panel discussion: “Food From All Sides,” a discussion on using the lens of food to explore family, poverty and war in literature, featuring Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, author of “A Tiger in the Kitchen: A Memoir of Food and Family,” Annia Ciezadlo, author of “Day of Honey” and Tracie McMillan, author of the forthcoming “The American Way of Eating: Undercover on the Front Lines of Our Nation’s Meals.” Panel is at noon with signing to follow, at the North Stage of Brooklyn Borough Hall, 209 Joralemon Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201;http://www.brooklynbookfestival.org/BrooklynBookFestival/festival.html
October 5: Happy Hour Chat & Book Signing at 11th Street Bar in New York City, 6:30 p.m.
Ever wonder what it takes to write a book? Northwestern University Medill grad and Wall Street Journal writer turned author Cheryl Tan will share her experience with the Medill Club of Greater New York at a happy hour on Wednesday, October 5 at 11th Street Bar, 510 E. 11th Street, New York; http://www.11thstbar.com/index.php Book sales and a signing will follow the chat. Please RSVP to Mary Squillace at mary.squillace@gmail.com by September 28th.
October 8: Panel Discussion at Wordstock Festival in Portland, Ore., 3 p.m.
“Read My Lips: Telling Stories Through Food.” A conversation on exploring food in literature, how it helps tell the story of place, passions and people, with Diana Abu-Jaberand Mark Bitterman. Oregon Convention Center’s Oregon Cultural Trust Stage, 777 NE MLK Jr. Boulevard, Portland, Ore. 97232. Reading from “A Tiger in the Kitchen: A Memoir of Food and Family” and book signing to follow.http://schedule.wordstockfestival.com/event/b27db921a267daafaaf73eadfd2ac776
October 8: Reading & Book Signing at Wordstock Festival in Portland, Ore., 4 p.m.
Reading and book signing of “A Tiger in the Kitchen” along with author Marjorie Sandorat Oregon Convention Center’s Oregon Cultural Trust Stage, 777 NE MLK Jr. Boulevard, Portland, Ore. 97232.http://schedule.wordstockfestival.com/event/d5c06ffa0c497bd3c4fa312d3c44bfc0
October 9: “Digging Up Skeletons: How to Mine Your Family History for Stories” at Wordstock Festival in Portland, Ore., 10:30 a.m.
Do you believe your family has a unique tale to tell? Getting the blood and meat of the story may be harder than you think. Author Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan leads a workshop that will explore the ways in which you can extract your family stories in order to tell a rich, textured story. 10:30 to 11:45 a.m., Room C-125 or C-126 at the Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE MLK Jr. Boulevard, Portland, Ore. 97232. Tickets are required for this event. Click here to buy them:http://schedule.wordstockfestival.com/event/f3b9e2e2a470896a0d2ced1111d3ad13
October 9: A Tiger in the Kitchen Southeast Asian Lunch at Pok Pok in Portland, Ore., 1:30 p.m.
Please join A Tiger in the Kitchen at a Southeast Asian lunch at Pok Pok, 3226 Southeast Division Street, Portland. Books will be for sale at the lunch and a signing will follow. Admission is $5, and the regular lunch menu will be available. Proceeds of the event will benefit the Asian American Journalists Association-Portland chapter’s stipend fund for Oregon-based interns. Please RSVP to portland.aaja@gmail.com if you would like to attend. Or, you can RSVP here, too: https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=219793728084260
October 22: “Not The Flower Drum Song: Female Asian Writers in The West” Panel Discussion at Singapore Writers Festival in Singapore, 11:30 a.m.
Three new literary voices, all with East Asian roots, share their thoughts about writing and publishing in the West. Discover, through this engaging discussion, what kind of writing appeals to the international market and if there exists the reductive danger of oriental exoticism. The panel will feature Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan (“A Tiger in the Kitchen: A Memoir of Food and Family”), Janice Y.K. Lee (“The Piano Teacher”) and Alice Pung (“Unpolished Gem: My Mother, My Grandmother and Me”); Phan Mingyen from The Arts House will moderate. Event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Transaction Pavilion on the Campus Green of Singapore Management University, 81 Victoria Street, Singapore; http://www.singaporewritersfestival.com/index.php?option=com_php&Itemid=69&category=3&id=46
October 23: “Drooling over Food Porn: How to Write Deliciously” Panel Discussion at Singapore Writers Festival in Singapore, 3:30 p.m.
Singaporeans take their food very seriously and this extends to writing about food. Of course, food reviews with all their lip-smacking adjectives can inspire readers to try new recipes and restaurants. But there is more to food writing than that, surely? Singapore food guru, K.F. Seetoh, leads this panel with food writers Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan and Christopher Tan in a scrumptious discussion from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Singapore Management University’s Seminar Room 2-1, 81 Victoria Street, Singapore;http://www.singaporewritersfestival.com/index.php?option=com_php&Itemid=69&category=3&id=144
October 25: Literary Meals: “Eat Your Words” with Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan atSingapore Writers Festival in Singapore, 7:30 p.m.
The charming Cheryl Tan, whose first book was the well-reviewed food memoir A Tiger in the Kitchen, will delight you with tales about growing up in a Teochew household and her culinary and publishing adventures. What is the special connection between learning age-old recipes and our cultural identities? Not to be missed by food and book lovers! Event will take place from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Restaurant 1827 in The Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Lane in Singapore; +65 6332-6900;http://www.theartshouse.com.sg/restaurant_cafe.html Tickets for event are $60 per person (this includes dinner) — click here to purchase:http://www.bytes.sg/EventDetails.aspx?EventID=254
October 29: “Meet The Author” Book Signing at Books Kinokuniya in Singapore, 2 p.m.
Meet the Author “A Tiger in the Kitchen” book-signing session from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Books Kinokuniya, 391 Orchard Road, #03-09/10/15, Ngee Ann City, Takashimaya Shopping Centre in Singapore. http://www.kinokuniya.com.sg/index.php
October 29: Book Signing & Discussion at Littered with Books in Singapore, 4:30 p.m.
Book signing & discussion of “A Tiger in the Kitchen,” 4:30 p.m. at Littered With Books at 20 Duxton Road, Singapore; +65 6220-6824; http://www.litteredwithbooks.com/
October 30: “Meet The Author” Book Signing at { prologue } Bookstore in Singapore, 2 p.m.
Book signing of “A Tiger in the Kitchen,” 2 p.m. at { prologue } Bookstore at the ION Orchard mall (Fourth Floor), 2 Orchard Turn, #04-16, #05-03; +65 6465-1477;https://www.facebook.com/pages/-prologue-Bookstore-Singapore/138264343666?sk=wall
November 11: Dinner and A Conversation With Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan at Brown University in Providence, R.I., 7 p.m.
Chinese dinner and a discussion of “A Tiger in the Kitchen,” with a book signing to follow, with the Brown University Merlions, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Brown University’s Kassar Fox Auditorium, 141-151 Thayer Street, Providence, Rhode Island. Admission is free but you must RSVP to yanqiang_tan@brown.edu if you would like to attend.
November 12: Reading & Book Signing at Brown Bookstore in Providence, R.I., 3 p.m.
Reading & book signing of “A Tiger in the Kitchen,” 3 p.m. at Brown Bookstore, 244 Thayer Street, Providence, Rhode Island, 401.863.3168, http://bookstore.brown.edu/
November 20: “The Story of Food” Reading & Book Signing at Miami Book Fair in Miami, 3 p.m.
Panel discussion on food writing with book-signing to follow, with Mary L. Zamore, author of “The Sacred Table” and Michael Schwartz, author of “Michael’s Genuine Food,” 3 p.m. at the Presentation Pavilion, at NE 3rd Street and 1st Avenue,http://www.miamibookfair.com/events/the_story_of_food_mary_l._zamore_on_emth.aspx