Date: April 30, 2023
Venue: S. Dillon Ripley Center | Smithsonian Associates
Partners: Smithsonian Associates, Moon Rabbit
Summary
Culinary author Andrea Nguyen shared insights from her cookbook Ever-Green Vietnamese in conversation with Washington Post editor Joe Yonan. The discussion explored sustainable Vietnamese cooking and the balance between tradition and modern plant-forward cuisine.
Guests sampled dishes prepared by Chef Kevin Tien of Moon Rabbit, whose creative menu bridged Nguyen’s recipes and DC’s vibrant food culture. Together, the conversation and tasting celebrated innovation grounded in heritage.
