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Name: Fresh off the boat
Author: Eddie Huang

Eddie Huang, a Taiwanese‑American born and raised on a suburban cul‑de‑sac in Orlando, chronicles his life from chaotic childhood to culinary success in New York. He reflects on the mix of Taiwanese heritage, American culture and the restaurant industry that shaped his identity. Huang shares insights on the restaurant world, his experiences as a restaurateur and his journey to create Baohaus, an East Village hotspot known for Taiwanese street‑style food. Through intimate anecdotes and candid reflections, the memoir explores themes of family, heritage, entrepreneurship, and the modern immigrant experience in America.

First publish date: 2013

Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography

Authors: Eddie Huang

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