Through the Generations: Sophia Tsao of Po Wing Hong
Chinatown storefronts can hold decades of history. Our 'Through the Generations' story series explores deep familial ties that keep the neighborhood going.
Sophia Tsao, who runs Po Wing Hong with her father, shares her family’s story and the role that Chinatown played in shaping her identity. Read on to learn more.
Business Spotlight: Long Jin Trading
Long Jin Trading is a tea shop nestled under Manhattan Bridge. Jinhu Deng used to own a tea shop in China, so when he moved to New York City, he wanted to continue sharing this age-old Chinese tradition with tourists and New Yorkers alike.
Read on to learn more about Mr. Deng’s shop.
Business Spotlight: Public Village
Public Village is a Sichuanese restaurant that specializes in homemade noodles and Chengdu-style Chinese street food. It was opened in March 2020 by Kiyomi Wang and Karen Song. The shop was named after the bustling little districts common in China.
Read on to learn more about the story behind Public Village.
Business Spotlight: Susanna Chow NYC
Susanna Chow NYC was founded by Susanna and Sai Chow, the mother-daughter duo who handcraft luxury beaded bags and accessories in Chinatown.
For Mother’s Day, they created a beaded flower pot with a portion of the proceeds going to Welcome to Chinatown. Read on to learn more about how the inspiration behind their business.
Business Spotlight: K & E Fine Jewelry
K & E Fine Jewelry is located in the heart of Chinatown, New York. The shop offers a wide variety of fine jewelry, including custom pieces designed and crafted by Kevin and Eva, and in-house repairs.
Read on to learn more about K & E Fine Jewelry.