Asian American and Pacific Islander influences are apparent in Austin’s diverse culture. Whether it’s experiencing the exciting flavors found in restaurants and food trucks, arts and history, or events, the AAPI community is engrained in our city. May is Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage month, here’s a list of local AANHPI owned businesses in Austin to celebrate this month and every day after–check out food, shops services and more below!
Food:
OMG Squee- 100% GLUTEN FREE, ASIAN AMERICAN DESSERTS
Little Mama’s Authentic Filipino Food
Shops:
Kinokuniya Austin -books and gifts
Services:
Carla Jian- Take her classes at the brand new Studio |||
I’m So Nancy- Party Planner
Dennis Van- pastry chef, custom cakes
AACHI – Austin Asian Community Health Initiative
Asian American Resource Center
Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce
Arts, History, and more:
Leia Sakura Dior (Drag Performer)
Isamu Taniguchi Japanese Garden in Zilker Botanical Garden
Y’all We Asian-Austin’s only all-Asian sketch comedy group is composed of some of the city’s best comics. Check their Instagram for upcoming show dates and times. Troupe members also own the Fallout Theater!
Sing Family House Historical Landmark
Events:
Night Market | May 25 | Distribution Hall
An immersive, story-driven Asian Night Market experience that not only promotes Central Texas AAPI businesses, artists, and performers, but also emphasizes the local Asian community’s strength, courage, creativity, and innovation.
Austin Asian American Film Festival- Upcoming events include Amplify Austin Day, Austin Indie Film Making and Crowd Funding, and the 15th Asian American Film Festival (next month!)
We’d love to continue to grow this list and celebrate these businesses all year long. Please let us know if we missed your favorite!
