Open Book Series: Lion Dance Cafe Cookbook Launch

After making waves in Oakland, California with a James Beard nomination, a Michelin nod, and a menu that somehow blended Singaporean, Chinese, and Italian flavours into uncompromising vegan food, chefs C-Y Chia and Shane Stanbridge have finally relocated to Singapore.

They’re marking the homecoming with the launch of their first cookbook - Authentic, Not Traditional – at Druggists The first print run sold out almost immediately, proving that people are actually willing to read instructions when the food’s that good : )

Join C-Y and Shane alongside food scholar Jenny Dorsey for a completely unscripted chat about food, culture, migration and what “authenticity” even means.

Limited signed copies of the cookbook will be available for purchase onsite. The first print run has already sold out, making this one of the few chances to secure a copy before the second printing arrives.

Date: Sun 14 June 2026

Time: 1.15pm – 2.30pm (Doors open at 1.15pm, Session starts 1.30pm)

Location: Druggists

Admission: $19.75 per tix (includes entry, 1 drink & 1 snack)

PS: C-Y and Shane will also be taking over the kitchen from 3pm onwards, so come hungry. Chope your tables and come early ‘cse good food doesn't wait around.

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