Date
Saturday, February 15, 2025
About the Event
A candid conversation with AAPI food entrepreneurs in Southeast Michigan — sharing real insights on starting a food business, overcoming obstacles, building relationships, and the role of cultural community in it all.
Date: Sunday, February 15, 2025 · 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Location: AADL Lobbytorium, Ann Arbor District Library Admission: Free · Complimentary food samples while supplies last Parking: Free (Sunday event)
The panel was live-streamed and recorded on the Marupo ACTS YouTube channel.
Topics Covered
- Starting a food business from passion and culture
- Navigating obstacles and early challenges
- Building relationships with customers and the community
- The role of cultural identity in entrepreneurship
Interactive Q&A with all four panelists followed the discussion.
Featured Participants
Q Bakehouse & Market
Neighborhood Asian American bakery offering small batch pastries and prepared food made by hand with seasonal ingredients.
Zaica
Tea and spice company founded in 2020 as a local family-owned business emphasizing quality food and relationships.
Chi Fan Le
Chinese food experience providing homestyle dishes rooted in nourishment, community, and sustainability via catering and pop-ups.
Samosa House
Handmade samosa producer where every samosa is filled with the memories of their family's journey.