This 2024 Michigan Notable Book is a funny and heartfelt memoir from Curtis Chin and the story of his time growing up as a gay Chinese American kid in 1980’s Detroit. As crime escalated in downtown Detroit, Chung’s Cantonese Cuisine was a safe haven and a place where you could get a warm home cooked meal. The restaurant had a diverse clientele including the occasional mayor, Hollywood celebrity, sex worker, and really anyone looking for good food and a welcoming atmosphere. Every member of the large Chin family participated in running the restaurant and Curtis learned many life lessons along the way – and learned about himself as he came to terms with his sexuality at a time when coming out was risky.
The book is cleverly arranged like a Chinese restaurant menu and the vivid descriptions of his family’s recipes will make you hungry. Chin has a great sense of humor and is a talented storyteller. This is our Let’s Get Real nonfiction book discussion selection for June.
This book has mature content and is appropriate for adults.
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