News Summary
Crustacean Beverly Hills is set to introduce ‘Little C’, a special pop-up dining event celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The event, honoring Chef Helene An’s culinary journey, will run for three days, featuring a curated Vietnamese menu and a casual-chic dining atmosphere. With exclusive lunch seatings, ‘Little C’ aims to introduce new diners to traditional Vietnamese flavors, highlighting the significance of heritage cuisine in contemporary dining. Reservations are recommended due to limited seating.
Beverly Hills, CA – Crustacean Beverly Hills will host a special pop-up dining experience titled “Little C” from May 28 to May 30, 2023, celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This event honors the impressive five-decade culinary journey of Chef Helene An, widely regarded as a pioneer in Vietnamese cuisine.
The “Little C” pop-up promises to offer a unique glimpse into the traditional Vietnamese culinary practices that shaped Chef An’s career. It features a curated menu highlighting Vietnamese flavors through modern presentations, providing an exciting opportunity for guests to engage with a rich culinary heritage.
During the three-day event, there will be eight exclusive lunch seatings available daily, with dining hours from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. The experience is crafted specifically to attract a new generation of dining enthusiasts in Los Angeles, aiming to introduce them to heritage cuisine at accessible price points.
Menu Highlights
The diverse menu for “Little C” includes:
- Nourishing pho, a staple of Vietnamese cuisine
- Crispy crab cha gio, offering a delightful crispiness
- DIY spring rolls featuring langoustine and lemongrass-grilled fish, allowing guests to customize their dishes
- Vietnamese-inspired desserts to satisfy the sweet tooth
- A selection of handcrafted mocktails and cocktails
Among the notable offerings, Chef An’s family-style pho will be available to the public for the first time at Crustacean. Additionally, guests can look forward to trying escargot banh xeo crepes, which will be a rotating large-plate special, along with vibrant goi salads and traditional desserts like tapioca che.
Dining Experience
The atmosphere of the pop-up will reflect a casual-chic aesthetic inspired by the vibrant street dining scene found in Vietnam, presenting an immersive experience for diners. Reservations are strongly encouraged due to the limited availability of spots for this exclusive event.
Significance of the Event
The timing of the “Little C” pop-up is particularly meaningful, coinciding with significant anniversaries: Chef An’s 50-year culinary legacy and the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon, a pivotal moment in Vietnamese history. This event serves as a celebration of community, identity, and the evolution of Asian-American food culture, showcasing the impact of Vietnamese cuisine in a contemporary dining environment.
Guests eager to secure their spots for this unique culinary experience can do so by visiting CrustaceanBH.com or emailing bookLittleC@houseofan.com. With its focus on traditional flavors presented in modern formats, “Little C” aims to foster appreciation for the richness of Vietnamese culinary traditions among new diners in the Los Angeles area.
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- The Pride LA: Crustacean Launches “Little C” Vietnamese Pop-Up
- Wikipedia: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
- The Pride LA: Levain Bakery Debuts Levain à la Mode
- Google Search: Culinary History
- UPI: AAPI Heritage Month Red Carpet Photos
- Google Scholar: Asian American Food Culture
- We Like L.A.: Things to do in Los Angeles
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Vietnamese Cuisine
