Discovering vegetarian dim sum at China Pearl

The China Pearl added 10 vegetarian dishes to its dim sum lineup, made with fresh ingredients and vegetable oil. No artificial tofu “meats” are to be seen, leaving out processed additives for clean vegetable flavors.

Crime ring targets Chinatown seniors

When an elderly Chinatown resident walked down Beach Street on March 26, she never imagined she would lose her life savings to “gold diggers” who were also Chinese seniors. The incident was reported to the Boston Police Department.

Chinatown crime blotter March 15 to 28

All reports are submitted by the Boston Police Department. The time period is from March 15 to March 28 for District A-1 or Chinatown.
To report a crime or suspicious activity, call 911. Interpreters are available for Chinese speakers.

Hong Lok House expands to house more Chinese seniors

Hong Lok House may look old on the outside, but that’s just its façade. Past its four different exteriors, a new steel building with high ceilings, wood floors and large windows overlooks Essex Street.

Chinatown crime blotter March 1 to 14

All reports are submitted by the Boston Police Department. The time period is from March 1 to March 14 for District A-1 or Chinatown.
To report a crime or suspicious activity, call 911. Interpreters are available for Chinese speakers.

Confessions of a chopsticks novice

Since moving to Boston and beginning my AmeriCorps service in Chinatown, I have encountered many Chinese traditions that were previously unknown to me.