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Beyond Momos: Himalayan Food in Jackson Heights

Jackson Heights, Queens is one of the country’s most diverse neighborhoods. Following the passage of the Hart-Celler immigration act in 1965, the largely Irish, Italian, and German enclave underwent a remarkable transformation. With restrictive immigration quotas lifted, immigrants from across the globe—particularly China and India—settled in Jackson Heights’ abundant and affordable apartments. Today, the neighborhood’s diversity is reflected in its dizzying array of food businesses, from Indian mega-grocers to taco trucks. Since the 2000s, Jackson Heights has also become home to a large Himalayan population—and many restaurants that serve that community. Now, it’s possible to savor Tibetan momo dumplings and milk tea, as well as Nepali sukuti (meat jerky) and thali platters, all within a few blocks of the subway.

Join us for a panel discussion moderated by Yanki Tshering of the Business Center for New Americans and including Tashi Chodron of the Rubin Museum, Himalayan culinary expert Sandy Garson, Pema Yangzom and Tenzing Ukyab of Himalayan Yak, and other local business owners. Learn about the culinary and cultural diversity of Himalayan (Nepali, Tibetan, and Bhutanese) cuisines, and hear the personal stories of Himalayan food entrepreneurs in New York. Afterward, stick around for tastings from the neighborhood.











When: Thu., Jun. 23, 2016 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Museum of Food and Drink
62 Bayard St., Williamsburg, Brooklyn
718-387-2845
Price: $16
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Jackson Heights, Queens is one of the country’s most diverse neighborhoods. Following the passage of the Hart-Celler immigration act in 1965, the largely Irish, Italian, and German enclave underwent a remarkable transformation. With restrictive immigration quotas lifted, immigrants from across the globe—particularly China and India—settled in Jackson Heights’ abundant and affordable apartments. Today, the neighborhood’s diversity is reflected in its dizzying array of food businesses, from Indian mega-grocers to taco trucks. Since the 2000s, Jackson Heights has also become home to a large Himalayan population—and many restaurants that serve that community. Now, it’s possible to savor Tibetan momo dumplings and milk tea, as well as Nepali sukuti (meat jerky) and thali platters, all within a few blocks of the subway.

Join us for a panel discussion moderated by Yanki Tshering of the Business Center for New Americans and including Tashi Chodron of the Rubin Museum, Himalayan culinary expert Sandy Garson, Pema Yangzom and Tenzing Ukyab of Himalayan Yak, and other local business owners. Learn about the culinary and cultural diversity of Himalayan (Nepali, Tibetan, and Bhutanese) cuisines, and hear the personal stories of Himalayan food entrepreneurs in New York. Afterward, stick around for tastings from the neighborhood.

Buy tickets/get more info now