Asian Quote by Eddie Huang
““I was sick of immigrants not getting the credit they deserved. I was sick of the Jean-Georges of the world making a killing on our ingredients and flavors because we were too stupid to package it the right way. I was sick of seeing other Asian kids like myself walking to school with their heads down. I was sick of seeing them picking snow peas in the dining room after school and I was sick of not having a voice in America...My main objective with Baohus was to become a voice for Asian Americans. (264)””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast “The Asian American Voice”, 2019
He wants to amplify Asian American contributions and challenge cultural marginalization in food and media.
In simple terms: Give Asian Americans a platform and pride.
Key Takeaway
Support Asian American voices.
Themes
representation
identity
food culture
media
activism
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
activist
inspirational
When to use this quote
- restaurant branding
- media interviews
- community events
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Cultural appropriation
visibility
empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure diverse Asian American stories are heard?
- What barriers prevent Asian American voices in mainstream media?
A Different Perspective
May overlook intra‑community diversity and differing priorities.
