The AAPI
Chef Series
A portion of proceeds supports
each chef’s chosen charity
The AAPI
Chef Series
A portion of proceeds supports
each chef’s chosen charity
Famous caramelized fish sauce, crispy fried chicken, fresh scallions, spicy Thai chili, and fragrant basil.
Chef Thai Dang is an award-nominated Vietnamese chef behind HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen, a nationally acclaimed Chicago restaurant known for its modern take on traditional Vietnamese cuisine, vibrant flavors, and refined yet approachable dining experience.
Rich sweet soy glaze, creamy and umami-packed mentaiko mayo, and bright, tangy pickled shallots.
Chef-partners Billy Lim and Rhan Whang lead NORIKO Handroll Bar, a counter-only sushi concept in Chicago’s West Loop known for its made-to-order handrolls and focus on ingredient integrity. Opened in 2025, NORIKO has earned recognition for its refined execution and intimate dining experience.
Diced pepperoni, Italian sausage, melted mozzarella, char siu BBQ sauce, marinara, cupped pepperoni, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and fresh basil.
Chef siblings Matthew and Joyce Chiu run Chiu Quon Bakery, a family-owned Chinese bakery in Chicago’s Chinatown known for its traditional Hong Kong-style pastries and daily selection of fresh buns and dim sum. Established in 1986, it remains one of the city’s most iconic bakeries.
Spicy vodka sauce, melted cheese, kimchi, spicy pork, silken tofu, scallions, sesame seeds, and gochugaru.
Chef David Choi is the founder of Seoul Taco, a Korean-Mexican fusion concept that started as a food truck in 2011 and has expanded into multiple locations across Chicago and St. Louis, known for its bold flavors and vibrant, community-driven dining experience.
Famous caramelized fish sauce, crispy fried chicken, fresh scallions, spicy Thai chili, and fragrant basil.
Chef Thai Dang is an award-nominated Vietnamese chef behind HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen, a nationally acclaimed Chicago restaurant known for its modern take on traditional Vietnamese cuisine, vibrant flavors, and refined yet approachable dining experience.
Rich sweet soy glaze, creamy and umami-packed mentaiko mayo, and bright, tangy pickled shallots.
Chef-partners Billy Lim and Rhan Whang lead NORIKO Handroll Bar, a counter-only sushi concept in Chicago’s West Loop known for its made-to-order handrolls and focus on ingredient integrity. Opened in 2025, NORIKO has earned recognition for its refined execution and intimate dining experience.
Diced pepperoni, Italian sausage, melted mozzarella, char siu BBQ sauce, marinara, cupped pepperoni, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and fresh basil.
Chef siblings Matthew and Joyce Chiu run Chiu Quon Bakery, a family-owned Chinese bakery in Chicago’s Chinatown known for its traditional Hong Kong-style pastries and daily selection of fresh buns and dim sum. Established in 1986, it remains one of the city’s most iconic bakeries.
Spicy vodka sauce, melted cheese, kimchi, spicy pork, silken tofu, scallions, sesame seeds, and gochugaru.
Chef David Choi is the founder of Seoul Taco, a Korean-Mexican fusion concept that started as a food truck in 2011 and has expanded into multiple locations across Chicago and St. Louis, known for its bold flavors and vibrant, community-driven dining experience.
Kitchen Possible is a Chicago nonprofit that empowers underserved youth through hands-on cooking, building confidence, life skills, and a sense of control over their future.
The Very Asian Foundation is a nonprofit that uplifts Asian communities through advocacy, storytelling, and programs that support creatives and underserved groups.
Kitchen Possible is a Chicago nonprofit that empowers underserved youth through hands-on cooking, building confidence, life skills, and a sense of control over their future.
The Very Asian Foundation is a nonprofit that uplifts Asian communities through advocacy, storytelling, and programs that support creatives and underserved groups.
Kitchen Possible is a Chicago nonprofit that empowers underserved youth through hands-on cooking, building confidence, life skills, and a sense of control over their future.
The Very Asian Foundation is a nonprofit that uplifts Asian communities through advocacy, storytelling, and programs that support creatives and underserved groups.