A Celebration of Culture
and Cuisine

When & Where

Upcoming Dates to be Announced

This celebration includes

Authentic Tastings
Live Performances & Activities
Special Savings & Prizes
Community Connections & More!

Previous Special Guests

Lion Dance

Thai Dancers

Barefoot Hawaiian Dancers

Chinese American Museum

See what's in store

Jewel-Osco's Taste of AAPI and Business Expo was a vibrant celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage, featuring a rich tapestry of cultural performances and activities. Attendees were treated to a spectacular lion dance performance, graceful Thai dancers, and captivating barefoot Hawaiian dancers. The event also showcased engaging cultural activities from the Chinese American Museum. To top it off, a variety of delicious food samples were available, allowing guests to savor the diverse flavors of AAPI cuisine.

Event Photos

At our welcome table, shoppers were greeted with coupons, freebies and more!

Shoppers stopped by tents and enjoyed the outdoor entertainment

Shoppers enjoyed a special lion dance performance

AAPI Businesses were highlighted where shoppers could connect with local business owners!

Featured Recipes

Korean Pork Lettuce Wraps
Pork tenderloin can be prepared a number of ways and is flavorful, lean and easy to cook. It is a source of 11 key nutrients! In addition to being packed with protein, both the pork tenderloin and pork sirloin roast meet the criteria for the American Heart Association Heart Checkmark. Check out recipes and cooking techniques on pork.org
Korean Pork Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
  • 1 lb. pork tenderloin (cut into 1/2 inch slices)
  • 1/4 cup Kikkoman takumi sauce green onion garlic
  • 1/4 cup Kikkoman reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 3 scallions (chopped)
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 12 butter lettuce leaves
  • 1 cup English cucumber (thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 Tbsp. sesame seeds
  • 2 scallions (sliced)
  • Kikkoman sauce sriracha hot chili (for garnish, optional)
Directions
  • Place the pork slices in a large bowl. Add Takumi sauce and soy sauce, toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate while you are preparing the white rice.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Working in batches, arrange a single layer of pork in the air fryer, discarding excess marinade.
  • Cook for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway until browned and internal temperature reaches 145° F. To serve, divide brown rice among the 12 lettuce leaves. Top with pork, cucumber, carrots, sesame seeds, scallions, and Takumi sauce.
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Spam Musubi in a Bowl
Spam Musubi in a Bowl
Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked Riceland White Rice
  • 1tbs. Minced Garlic
  • 4 oz SPAM Less Sodium
  • 1 tbsp Canola Oil
  • 2 tbsp MIZKAN Broth Ramen Concentrate
  • 2 tbsp Chinese Cooking Wine
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1/8 Sheet Dried Seaweed (optional)
Directions
  • Dice spam into small cubes, about 1/8 x 1/8 inch.
  • In a small skillet, add Chinese cooking wine, minced garlic, MIZKAN BROTH RAMEN CONCENTRATE, Soy Sauce and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and let it reduce for 1 minute while stirring occasionally.
  • Once a minute has passed, remove from heat and set aside.
  • Note - if you want the sauce slightly thicker, mix in cornstarch slurry or thickener of choice.
  • In a large skillet, add cooking oil on medium high heat. Once oil is up to temperature (about 2 minutes), transfer diced spam. Cook until the outside is nicely crusted, stirring frequently, about 2-3 minutes and set aside in a small bowl.
  • In a serving bowl, add rice and spam. Drizzle with sauce

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