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Join Chef Joseph Poon on a Wok 'n' Walk Tour of Philly Chinatown

Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen (1010 Cherry Street, 2nd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107)
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$60.00
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$36.00*
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4.5 by 14 members
Discover the magic of Philadelphia's Chinatown with Chef Joseph Poon. This local celebrity chef has been seen on The Tonight Show, Ellen and the Food Network. Chef Poon will provide an insider's tour of this vibrant community and share fascinating information about the history, culture and food of the area. Stops may (depending on the timing) include a fortune cookie factory, a Chinese herbal medicine shop, a Chinese place of worship, a Chinese bakery to taste amazing bubble tea, an Asian grocery store, a fish market, a bookstore for a Chinese calligraphy demonstration and more. Either before or after the tour, Chef Poon's staff will serve a four-course meal. Morning tours are followed by lunch, while noon tours start off with the dining experience.

* Additional fees apply.

1010 Cherry Street, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-928-9333
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Conceptually, the tour sounded great. However, Joe Poon spent much too much time talking about himself and his accomplishments. Plus, the food that was served was ordinary. We expected more from a "master chef".
Written on Nov 15 2011

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Chef Joseph was very scattered in his presentation and really lacked focus. Very impressed with himself, listed a confusing array of his qualifications/experiences and seemed interested only in tangentially in members of the group. Would be grateful improved with a less frenetic presentation and a introduction to what the tour will be like. Enjoyed the tour of the grocery stores in the neighborhood and found being ushered into tsotchke shops to browse offensive. There was no context for these visits. I was also disconcerted by the inappropriate and prejudicial comments about "lazy" "fat" Americans who don't know how to eat. Even criticized people for walking too slowly, commenting that "I walk fast" and "I only sleep 3 hours" per nite and that's why I got somewhere and you won't. I do understand the need to proud of your culture and accomplishments, but context was lacking.
Written on Nov 28 2011

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This was so a fun thing to do! Chef Poon is very entertaining. The walking tour is kept within a few block radius so it is very easy for everyone to do. We learned how fortune cookies are made, went to an Asian market and learned a lot about the different herbal remedies used, went inside a Temple and a restaurant equipment store. After we returned to Chef Poon's and had a fabulous dinner! We definitely recommend this to anyone who wants a fun and entertaining thing to do with great food!
Written on Oct 10 2011

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Tour was entertaining and informative. No one could have more energy and enthusiasm than Chef Poon.
Written on Jan 30 2012

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More Information About Wok 'n' Walk Tour of Philly Chinatown

Website

http://www.JosephPoon.com

Description

Every Wok ’n’ Walk Tour of Chinatown includes a full four-course meal:

Soup: Phillip’s Kennett Square Mushrooms with Hong Kong Shrimp Pork Wonton in Chicken Ginger Consomme
Salad: Spring Mixed Salad with Red Capers and Ginger Sesame Dressing
Appetizers: Thai Bourbon Grilled Chicken Skewer in Peanut Sauce / Shang Hai Crispy Mini Vegetarian Spring Roll
Entree: Chef Poon’s Famous Healthy General Joe Chicken in Tangy Chili and Fresh Ginger Essence served with Stir Fried Fresh Garden Vegetables and Asian Fusion Rice
Dessert: Ginger Carrot Cake or Oreo Cookie Cheesecake with Fresh Fruit
Healthy Green Tea

About the Ticket Supplier: Chef Joseph Poon

Master Chef Joseph Poon is known for his Asian Fusion Cuisine. He prepares fresh meals with simple elegance -- and a dash of adventure. From his contemporary and quirky venue in Philadelphia Chinatown, hosts private events, conducts Wok 'N Walk Tours of Philadelphia Chinatown and teaches cooking classes. In addition, he leads trips to China and participates in dozens of philanthropic events each year. He recently published the inspirational, autobiographical cookbook, Life is Short...Cooking is Fun.