Khabaar: A Conversation with Author Madhushree Ghosh

8401 Cameron Road,Austin TX 78754

15 June, 2022

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This evening will feature a reading, a Q&A moderated by Austin Eater’s Nadia Chaudhury, and in collaboration between AARC and AFSSA On Wednesday, June 15th, AARC will host Madhushree Ghosh as she discusses her new book, Khabaar: An Immigrant Journey of Food, Memory, and Family, in conversation with Austin Eater’s Nadia Chaudhury. This evening will feature a reading by the author, as well as an open discussion about food memory, myths surrounding domestic violence, and immigrant identity. Chai and a light assortment of South Asian snacks will be provided. This event a collaboration between AARC and AFSSA. In Person at the AARC, 8401 Cameron Road Austin Texas 78754, from 6:00Pm to 8:00PM. Free and open to all. Due the nature of some of the content, parental guidance is advised. AFSSA advocates will be present throughout the event to provide assistance or a safe space to those who may need it. “Wildy original. With her scientific sensibility, chef’s palate, and a poet’s heart, Madhushree Ghosh has given as a singular and spectacular read.” - Mira Jacobs, author, Good Talk. Schedule* 6PM – Doors Open 6:30PM – Introductions 6:45PM – Reading and Discussion 7:45PM – Book signing *tentative schedule **** Madhushree Ghosh works in oncology diagnostics and is a social justice activist. Her work has been awarded a Notable Mention in Best American Essays in Food Writing and a Pushcart Prize nomination. She lives in San Diego, California. Nadia Chaudhury is a freelance writer and photographer based in Austin, Texas. She has written for publications like Time Out New York, Eater Austin, Thrillist, and others. Her photographs have appeared in Texas Monthly, Cosmopolitan, Spin, Time Out New York, Radio.com, among others. Asian Family Support Services of Austin, or AFSSA (formerly SAHELI) is a nonprofit organization based in Austin, Texas, that provides assistance to Asian and other immigrant families dealing with domestic violence, sexual assault and trafficking. Learn more about AFSSA at www.affsaustin.org The Asian American Resource Center welcomes all visitors! At the AARC, we envision a society where all people feel like they belong. Our Asian diaspora represents many cultures, languages, ethnicities, nationalities, and migration histories. We recognize that our communities are complex, similar and different. When we share our cultures, our struggles, and our histories, we offer each other a space to heal and celebrate. The Asian American Resource Center’s mission is to create a space of belonging and healing for Asian American communities in Austin and beyond. We lead with our values and our vision, so that our diverse communities are supported and connected. Read our full Mission, Vision, and Values at www.austintexas.gov/aarc. Asian American Resource Center Mission, Vision and Values Statement is also available in the following languages: العربية (Arabic), ဗမာ (မြန်မာ) (Burmese), 中文 (简体) (Chinese), हिन्दी (Hindi), 한국어 (Korean), and Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese). The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance please contact (512) 974-3914 or Relay Texas 7-1-1.