homecooked stories by Trang

For most of my life, I thought I wasn't artistic or creative enough to ever paint.

Earlier this year, during one of Berlin’s long grey winters, I suddenly felt an almost irrational urge to buy oil paint tubes and brushes. Three months later, I somehow ended up making more than 40 paintings.

You can see some of them here:
@storiespaintedbytrang

I now want to open my home for a slow Sunday afternoon of tea, painting, and conversations around objects, materials, craftsmanship, and creativity — especially for anyone who has also quietly wanted to make things without necessarily calling themselves “an artist.”

No painting experience needed — this is not a formal workshop, but more of a relaxed creative gathering. You’re welcome to paint, sketch, observe, chat, or simply spend a quiet Sunday afternoon with us.

What to expect:
✨ Vietnamese tea/coffee & sweet treats
✨ Oil, acrylic, oil pastels, 300g/m2 paper (A4 or A3), printer and transfer paper provided
✨ Fun conversations about craftsmanship, creativity, and culture

Good to Know
📍 Location: Pankow, Berlin (M2 tram stop Prenzlauer Promenade/Am Steinberg — exact address shared after RSVP)
🗓 Date: Sunday, May 17, 14:00–17:00
💶 Contribution: €23 per person (includes tea/coffee/water, snacks and painting materials)
👥 Seats: Limited to 8 guests

Payment link will be shared after RSVP confirmation.

Welcome to homecooked stories by Trang

A short Lunar New Year trip in February unexpectedly turned into a 3-month stay. In that time, I got to indulge in family meals that are impossible to find in Berlin.

I'm writing this event description while packing my suitcase to fly back. I'm coming back with new perspectives on my own culture and recipes.

As spring is finally here, I’m opening my home for a shared, homecooked Vietnamese lunch for anyone in Berlin craving a low-key gathering.

The menu
A Vietnamese family-style meal, following the Northern tradition:

một mặn · một canh · một rau
(one fish/meat dish · one soup · one vegetable)

✨ Canh gà hầm nấu măng
Chicken soup with bamboo shoots

✨ Chả trứng hấp
Steamed egg with minced pork and wood ear mushrooms

✨ Thịt heo quay da giòn
Crispy pork belly

✨ A small surprise treat from Vietnam :)

Vietnamese tea & coffee included.
No vegan or vegetarian option will be available for this dinner.

Good to Know
📍 Location: Pankow, Berlin (M2 tram stop Prenzlauer Promenade/Am Steinberg — exact address shared after RSVP)
🗓 Date: Sunday, May 31, 12:30–15:00
💶 Contribution: €34 per person (includes multi-course dinner, beverages & experience)
👥 Seats: Limited to 6 guests

Payment link will be shared after RSVP confirmation.