Business Spotlight: Albert Lam Bespoke
In 1978, Albert Lam and his wife opened their custom suit and tailoring shop on Lafayette Street. Since then, they have have been serving generations of local Chinatown residents as well as built up a national reputation. Read on to learn more about how the business has been faring during COVID and why Albert decided to apply to the Longevity Fund.
Celebrating Small Business Resilience in Chinatown
Each day we are driven by the incredible stories of resilience and ingenuity demonstrated by the Chinatown community. We invite you to share in the celebration of these businesses, and the numerous others not captured on camera.
OPEN VENDOR CALL: Apply to join our Lunar New Year Fair!
Apply to be a vendor or workshop leader at Welcome to Chinatown’s Lunar New Year Fair in 2023!
Business Spotlight: Caravan Uyghur Cuisine
To support Mr. Bakri and his efforts to relocate Caravan Uyghur Cuisine to Chinatown, donate to Welcome to Chinatown’s fundraiser.
Part 2: The Flavors of Our Community
While Chinatown may be known for Chinese food, it is home to an array of East and Southeast Asian cuisines brought to the neighborhood by newer immigrants looking to share their culture with New York. The next time you're in Chinatown, be sure to taste all the flavors our community has to offer.