Ming-Na Wen celebrates HAVE YOU EATEN YET? at B&N Union Square
About this Event
Join in New York City on Monday, October 5th at 6PM as we welcome legendary actress and Asian American icon, to celebrate her cookbook, This heartfelt collection of stories and recipes weaves together Ming-Na's childhood in her family’s Pittsburgh Chinese restaurant with the dishes she now cooks at home for loved ones and friends.
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TICKETING INFORMATION
Book Admission - $38.11 (Admission + one pre-signed copy of ): **LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE**:
A ticket PER PERSON includes:
- One pre-signed copy of (out 10/6/26).
- Admission to the event space and photo line with .
- **This ticket option is intended for those attending this event in person. For those unable to attend, shipping will be available for those who have purchased a Shipped Book ONLY ticket.**
NO ADMITTANCE, Shipped Book ONLY - $45.10 (one signed copy of + Shipping): **LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE**: A ticket PER PERSON INCLUDES:
- One signed copy of shipped to you.
- This ticket is only for those who would like a signed copy of shipped to them. This ticket DOES NOT gain admittance to the in-person event at B&N Union Square
- **This ticket option is not available for P.O. Boxes, Puerto Rico addresses, and international addresses. Any non US orders, Puerto Rico or P.O. Box mailing addresses will be cancelled and refunded.**
Ming-Na will pose for photos. A B&N staff member will be on-hand to take your photo.
All copies of will be pre-signed. There will be no personalization. No additional books or memorabilia will be signed.
Ticket holders will be admitted into the event beginning at 5:30 PM the day of the event. Please have a copy of your ticket available (either printed out or on your phone) for check in.
Please arrive by 6PM in order to secure your seat in the event space. Late arrivals may only have access to standing room and may not have the opportunity to meet the author.
GUIDELINES
Please note that Eventbrite is the only authorized dealer for this event. Each person, regardless of age, must have a ticket to enter.
No large bags will be permitted into the event.
No memorabilia will be signed at this event.
Any gifts for the author will be collected prior to the photo line.
REFUNDS
Attendees can receive refunds up to 24 hours before the event start time.
If you are unable to attend the event, Barnes & Noble - Union Square will hold your book for seven days after the event. Please contact the store to arrange your pickup.
Should this event be canceled, all customers will be refunded their ticket price to the original method of payment per Eventbrite's refund policy.
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ABOUT :
A heartfelt collection of stories and recipes from beloved actress and Asian American icon 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.
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 :
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.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 42.00 to USD 49.35
