Where are you from?

Born in Detroit MI, but lived all over — US, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore

What are some of your favorite Asian dishes in Cincinnati?

Godavari’s Gobi Manchurian — it’s the perfect fusion of cultural flavors from India and China

Where are you from?

My family came over from Vietnam in 1975, but I was born in Cincinnati.

What are some of your favorite Asian dishes in Cincinnati?

There are too many, but the chicken pad thai at Thai Express stands out to me. When I first ate it 20 years ago, I thought it was one of the best things I've ever eaten, and 20 years later, that still holds true to me. I have yet to like a pad thai in any other city more.

Where are you from?

Cincinnati is home.

What are some of your favorite Asian dishes in Cincinnati?

Hand-pulled noodles with veggies from Fortune Noodle House in University Heights. My mom made this dish a lot when I was growing-up. Fortune Noodle basically nails it.

Where are you from?

I'm biracial Chinese American born in Hong Kong, and raised in South Bend, IN. In college, I studied abroad in Beijing & Shanghai. I've recently lived in Milwaukee and now Cincinnati.

What are some of your favorite Asian dishes in Cincinnati?

Sichuan Chili, I love Sichuan Chinese cuisine and it's mala spice! Love the Cumin Lamb & Red Dry Chili Fish or Chicken!

Where are you from?

I was adopted from China and was raised in a small town in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. I moved to Cincinnati for college (Go XU!) and built such strong connections that I decided to stay. I currently work in the event industry doing design, planning, and coordinating.

What are some of your favorite Asian dishes in Cincinnati?

Cafe Mochiko--karaage, the chicken is so tender and melts in your mouth. Rokaru Ramen--tonkotsu ramen, it's a classic. Haru--Dolsot Bibimbap! I love the crispy rice at the bottom of the stone pot or Kalbi. I always get the Sujung Gwa to drink; it warms the soul. Cloud 9--baked salmon roll.

Where are you from?

I am biracial Indian American but was born and raised in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area. I am going into my third year at UC's Carl Lindner College of Business. I am studying Marketing with minors in Fine Arts and Fashion Design Studies

What are some of your favorite Asian dishes in Cincinnati?

Nittha Siam Kitchen - they have never disappointed me, love their Massaman curry with tofu!

Where are you from?

Born and raised in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. I am a proud Chinese-Vietnamese, I am fluent in Vietnamese, and didn't take up so much on Cantonese which is what my mom and grandparents spoke. My family and I moved to the US in 2012 when I was 18.

What are some of your favorite Asian dishes in Cincinnati?

Ichiban Sushi, Rokaru Ramen, Milk Jar 3 (they have poke), Asiana Korean

Where are you from?

I identify as a Afro-Chinese-Caribbean/Black American (what a mouthful, right?) or just "mixed". My mom is an American of European descent, and my dad is Jamaican-American of Afro-Chinese descent. I am a born and raised Cincinnatian, a UC Anthropology graduate, and a "foodie". My interests are centered around linguistics/cross-cultural communications, food culture, and modern anthropological studies! I'm a proud pitbull mom and an amateur home cook.

What are some of your favorite Asian dishes in Cincinnati?

Maki Express and Pho Lang Thang. I love Maki's spicy take on tonkotsu ramen, and Pho Lang Thang is my favorite place to get vietnamese food. I can never have enough pho, especially in the winter.

Where are you from?

I am a Chinese American woman adopted from Guangxi, China, and raised in a small town outside of Cincinnati. I learned to love my identity and story once I got to college, but the journey to get where I am now was not easy. I've spent my time at the University of Dayton learning Chinese, being the vice president of the Asian American Association on campus, creating an adoptee group, and minoring in Asian Studies.

What are some of your favorite Asian dishes in Cincinnati?

Pho 96 in West Chester is my favorite restaurant! It's neighbors to some of my other favorite spots like Milk Jar, Dancing Roll and Paris Banh Mi.

Where are you from?

I am Thai! I've lived in Cincinnati my whole life while growing into, and learning about my Thai background and my American lifestyle. I am currently a second year at The University of Cincinnati studying Computer Engineering. I am also an executive for CEAS Tribunal, the student government of UC's College of Engineering and Applied Science under Equity and Inclusion & College Wide Events. Everyday through Asianati and CEAS Tribunal, I work on advocating and promoting rights and inclusion for everyone regardless of background and identity :)

What are some of your favorite Asian dishes in Cincinnati?

I absolutely love Mei Japanese in Montgomery. For as long as I remember, I've loved it and have even gone for my birthday a few times! My go-to is the dinner bento box that comes with miso soup, salad, steamed egg custard, steamed and tempura veggies, and grilled salmon - the whole works!

Where are you from?

I lived in Connecticut for the first half of my life, but I moved to Northern Kentucky and have lived in the Cincinnati area for the second half of my life! I am a current first year at The University of Cincinnati! I'm doing a double major studying Film and Media Studies and Asian Studies. I'm learning Japanese at UC right now and hope to study abroad in Japan! I also hope to learn more Asian languages in the future.

What are some of your favorite Asian dishes in Cincinnati?

Izen's Drunken Bento and Riverside Korean Restraunt! These are places I've been to with my family and friends so they have a lot of good memories here. I've been to Riverside Korean twice for my birthday and Izen's Drunken Bento is somewhere I like to go with my family and friends after special events.