An Evening With the Incredible Ming-Na Wen

Join us on Thursday, October 8th to celebrate the release of Ming-Na Wen's cookbook, Have You Eaten Yet?

This cookbook is a heartfelt collection of stories and recipes from Ming-Na Wen, weaving together her childhood in her family’s Pittsburgh Chinese restaurant with the dishes she now cooks at home for loved ones and friends.

We are excited to announce that author Jim Rooney (A Different Way to Win: Dan Rooney’s Story from the Super Bowl to the Rooney Rule), member of the legendary Rooney family, will be our moderator for the evening!

See below for all details regarding the event and please reach out to us if you have any questions.

• Please note the event will take place at the Third Presbyterian Church (5701 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232). The facility has a parking lot. Doors will open at 6:00pm the event will start at 7:00pm.
• Every ticket includes one signed, hardcover copy of Have You Eaten Yet? that will be available for pick-up at check-in.
• Due to event size, there will be NO SIGNING at the end of the event. All copies of Have You Eaten yet? sold at the event will be presigned.
• Your email confirmation will serve as your ticket. You may print it out and bring it or show us the confirmation on your phone at check-in.
• Event tickets are non-refundable within 7 days before the event. October 1st is the last day for a full refund.
• Ticketholders unable to attend the event will be able to pick up their books at either store location or have it shipped to them for $5.95. We will hold books for up to 4 weeks after the event. After 4 weeks, unclaimed books will no longer be available. We will send out an email to absentees to coordinate which store you would like to pick it up at or if you would like it shipped.

About the book:

Legendary actress and Asian American icon Ming-Na Wen is best known for dozens of film and television roles including her breakout part in the film adaptation of Amy Tan’s bestselling novel The Joy Luck Club, the voice of Disney’s acclaimed Mulan, several years on the Emmy Award–winning ER, her part as Agent May on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., her role as Fennec Shand on the Star Wars franchise shows The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett, and much more. Now Ming-Na invites fans into her kitchen to share a lifetime of recipes and stories that began in her parents’ beloved Pittsburgh restaurant—the Chinatown Inn, which is still open today—forever making food the center of her world. In this heartfelt tribute to her heritage, Ming-Na is sharing both traditional Chinese family recipes as well as recipes for her own creations that she cooks in her own home.
Have You Eaten Yet? is the ultimate love letter to food and family, offering delicious, accessible recipes for every occasion. In chapters like Restaurant Classics, you’ll learn to master iconic dishes like The Best Egg Rolls, Simple Wonton Soup, and Shrimp Fried Rice. Discover family secrets from her father in Feasts from Chef Baba with recipes like his tender Prime Rib and comforting Winter Melon Soup. Straight from Ming-Na’s Kitchen, you’ll find crowd-pleasers like Shrimp with Garlic Noodles and the show-stopping Dragon Fruit Cheesecake Cups. Ming-Na even gives readers advice on perfecting rice, her guide to condiments, and restaurant-inspired tips for prepping sauces, broths, and dry spices.
Filled with personal stories, heartwarming memories, practical tips, and even never-before-seen family photos, Have You Eaten Yet? is an essential guide for anyone looking to explore the rich flavors of Chinese American cuisine.

About the author:

Born in Macau then moving to Hong Kong later and eventually the United States at the age of six, celebrated actress Ming-Na Wen spent much of her youth learning about food in her family’s Pittsburgh restaurant, the Chinatown Inn, now a historic landmark and the only remaining establishment from the city’s original Chinatown. As an adult and now an Asian American icon, Ming-Na has appeared in television and films ranging from her breakout starring role in The Joy Luck Club, based on Amy Tan’s bestselling novel, to Karate Kid Legends in 2025. She broke barriers with her seven-year run as Dr. Chen on the Emmy Award–winning NBC series ER and was beloved by a younger generation for voicing the titular role in Disney’s acclaimed Mulan. She went on to be named a Disney Legend thanks to roles such as Agent May on Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and Fennec Shand on the Star Wars franchise shows The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett. With hundreds of other roles she’s played over decades, Ming-Na was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2023. She lives with her husband Eric in Los Angeles, and she is proud that they have raised their two beautiful children, Michaela and Cooper, to be passionate foodies. Her new cookbook, Have You Eaten Yet?, publishes October 6th, 2026.

About the conversation partner:

Jim Rooney is a bestselling author, nationally recognized speaker, business executive, and strategic advisor whose work spans leadership development, organizational culture, innovation, and professional sports. Growing up within his family business, the Pittsburgh Steelers, he has had a unique opportunity to see firsthand the benefits of creating an international brand and the importance of building trust throughout a successful culture. As President of Rooney Consulting, Jim has spent more than 30 years advising organizations on leadership, strategy, team performance, and organizational growth.