Asian Culture

**Invitación 17h00-18h00 en el espacio chill-out del nest** Descubre el ***Método Feldenkrais*** y transforma tu movimiento con Ana Teresa Capdevila. Sientes rigidez o tensión en la espalda? Quieres mejorar tu postura y moverte con mayor facilidad y gracia? Te invito a clases del método *Feldenkrais*, diseñadas para personas personas de todas las edades y niveles de condición física A través de movimientos suaves y conscientes, explorarás nuevas formas de moverte, liberando tensiones innecesarias y encontrando un equilibrio natural en tu columna vertebral. Alinea tu columna: Redescubre un nuevo eje, aliviando dolores y mejorando tu equilibrio. Le rogamos que **lleve ropa cómoda y abrigada** y que sea **puntual** (no más tarde de las 17.05 horas) - ya que hay secuencias de movimiento complicadas y es importante estar desde el principio para seguirlas. Gracias de antemano. **ESP** *Creemos firmemente que para ser eficientes y saludables en el manejo de la actual crisis ambiental y social, necesitamos equiparnos con herramientas y conocimientos que nos ayuden a empoderarnos y cultivar nuestra "esperanza activa". La serie Culture Jam tiene como objetivo hacer precisamente eso.* **CAT** Creiem fermament que per ser eficients i saludables a l'hora de fer front a l'actual crisi ambiental i social, ens hem de dotar d'eines i coneixements que ens ajudin a empoderar-nos i a conrear la nostra "esperança activa". La sèrie Culture Jam a pretén fer-ho. **ENG** *We strongly believe that to be efficient and healthy at dealing with the current environmental and social crisis, we need to equip ourselves with tools and knowledge that help us to be empowered and to cultivate our "active hope". The Culture Jam series aims to do just that.*

**Open Cultural Center** is hosting another language exchange in Barcelona! **Open Cultural Center is an NGO dedicated to the inclusion of migrants and refugees in Spain. Please note that speech of a discriminatory, hateful, or xenophobic nature will not be tolerated.** The event is a language exchange dedicated to speaking Catalan, Arabic, English, Spanish, and more. All levels of proficiency are welcome, there will be native speakers as well as beginners. **📅 Date:** Friday 17th April **🕖 Time:** 18:00 to 20:00 **📍 Location:** Open Cultural Center Barcelona C/ del Rec, 27 · 08003 - Barcelona, Es 💬 It will be a great opportunity to meet other language learners and practice your language skills. 🍇 Snacks and drinks will be provided. 📧 For more details or if you have any questions, please contact us at languages@[openculturalcenter.org](http://openculturalcenter.org/) We look forward to seeing you! 😄 ℹ️ To find out more about the Language Lab, Open Cultural Center's language school, click [here](https://openculturalcenter.org/language-lab/) or follow us on Instagram @occlanguagelab. *➡ OCC's language exchanges are a safe and friendly space for learning and exchange, where all attendees should feel welcome. We are committed to creating a harassment-free community for everyone, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, and physical appearance. Any form of harrassment will not be tolerated. You can read our Safeguarding policies [here](https://handbook.openculturalcenter.org/important-information/safeguarding).* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Open Cultural Center** organiza otro intercambio de idiomas en Barcelona! **Open Cultural Center** es una ONG dedicada a la inclusión de personas migrantes y refugiadas en España. Tenga en cuenta que no se tolerarán expresiones discriminatorias, de odio o xenófobas. El evento es un intercambio de idiomas dedicado a hablar catalán, árabe, inglés, español y más. Todos los niveles de competencia son bienvenidos, habrá hablantes nativos y principiantes. 📅 **Fecha:** Viernes 17th de Abril **🕖 Hora:** de 18:00 a 20:00. **📍 Ubicación:** Parc de la Ciutadella, Estàtua de Bonaventura Carles Aribau 💬 Será una gran oportunidad para conocer a otros estudiantes de idiomas y practicar tus habilidades lingüísticas. 🍇 Se proporcionarán aperitivos y bebidas. 📧 Para más detalles o si tienes alguna pregunta, contáctanos en [languages@openculturalcenter.org](http://languages@openculturalcenter.org/) ¡Esperamos verte! 😄 ℹ️ Para conocer más sobre nuestras clases de Language Lab haz clic [aquí.](https://openculturalcenter.org/language-lab/) Para saber más sobre nuestros eventos y seguir nuestras mini lecciones de español y catalán, síguenos en [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/occlanguagelab/) @occlanguagelab Los eventos de OCC son un espacio seguro y amigable para el aprendizaje y el intercambio, donde todos los asistentes deben sentirse bienvenidos. Estamos comprometidos a crear una comunidad libre de acoso para todos, independientemente de su raza, religión, etnia, identidad y expresión de género, orientación sexual, discapacidad y apariencia física. No se tolerará ninguna forma de acoso. Puedes leer nuestras políticas de salvaguardia [aquí.](https://openculturalcenterspace.notion.site/Handbook-dcbf0af750ef402f8ec8b90d52c0396c)

\#\#\# 🎬 **¡Únete al Fun Cinefórum en Video Instan! 🍿https://chat.whatsapp.com/JGU3ja0vMJP1ACKNl5KHIm?mode=ac_t** ¡Hola, cinéfil@! 🌟 ¿Te has sentido alguna vez solo después de ver una gran película y no tener a nadie con quien comentarla? ¡No más! Si disfrutas ser el primero en descubrir los estrenos más esperados y revivir las obras maestras del cine, este es tu lugar. **¿Qué te ofrecemos?** Cada semana, proyectaremos una película en **versión original con subtítulos**. Después de disfrutarla, ¡nos reuniremos para compartir nuestras impresiones y reflexiones! 🎉 **Detalles del evento:** * 📅 **Lugar:** Video Instan, C/ Viladomat 239 * 🍹 **Precio:** Proyección + bebida = **8€** * 🎭 **Temática:** ¡Cada semana una nueva sorpresa! * 📱https://chat.whatsapp.com/EwnvhxMOee74JbekJiyBZp ¡Ven a disfrutar del cine como nunca antes y haz nuevos amigos que comparten tu pasión! **No te lo pierdas, la magia del cine te espera.** ✨ \*\*\* \#\#\# 🎬 **Join the Fun Cinefórum at Video Instan! 🍿** Hey, cinema fans! 🌟 Have you ever felt lonely after watching a great movie, wishing you had someone to discuss it with? Not anymore! If you love being the first to see the latest releases and relive cinema masterpieces, this is the place for you. **What do we offer?** Every week, we’ll screen a film in **original version with subtitles**. After enjoying it, we’ll gather to share our thoughts and reflections! 🎉 **Event Details:** * 📅 **Location:** Video Instan, C/ Viladomat 239 * 🍹 **Price:** Movie + Drink = **€8** * 🎭 **Theme:** A new surprise every week! * 📱https://chat.whatsapp.com/EwnvhxMOee74JbekJiyBZp Come enjoy cinema like never before and make new friends who share your passion! **Don’t miss out; the magic of film awaits!** ✨

Uncover Barcelona’s hidden speakeasies & secret bars while optional (20€ extra for charcuterie tapas board and 3 drinks) tapas, stories, and cocktails in an unforgettable evening of culture and taste. ## Highlights * Discover hidden speakeasy bars tucked away in Barcelona’s streets * Learn about Catalan culture, cuisine, and nightlife history from a local guide * Enjoy classic drinks including Spanish wines, cava, sangria, and vermouth * Sample a curated selection of authentic optional tapas and small plates * Meet new friends in a small, intimate group setting ## Full description Barcelona is a city full of secrets, hidden doors, unmarked alleys, and stories that only locals know. Behind some of these doors lie speakeasies and creative cocktail bars that blend history, culture, and innovation. On this exclusive evening experience, you’ll step into the world of Barcelona’s hidden nightlife, guided by a local insider who knows exactly where to look. This is not your typical bar crawl. Instead, it’s a carefully curated journey into the city’s most unique speakeasies and stylish hidden bars. Each stop has a story to tell—whether it’s a bar tucked behind an unmarked entrance, a venue styled after the prohibition era, or a creative lounge where mixology is treated like art. You’ll enjoy a selection of delicious optional (20€ extra for charcuterie tapas board and 3 drinks) tapas, pairing Barcelona’s culinary traditions with its vibrant drinking culture. From classic Catalan bites to modern twists, these small plates are the perfect way to experience local flavors. Your guide will reveal the fascinating history of speakeasies, the influence of prohibition culture, and the way Barcelona has reimagined it with its own creative flair. You’ll learn how these secret spots became part of the city’s nightlife identity and why locals love them. By the end of the evening, you won’t just have visited hidden bars—you’ll have experienced a side of Barcelona that few travelers ever see. This is a night of discovery, taste, and connection, ideal for curious travelers, foodies (20€ extra for charcuterie tapas board and 3 drinks), and anyone seeking something beyond the ordinary. ## Includes Optional (20€ extra for charcuterie tapas board and 3 drinks) charcuterie board of tapas at the first bar and drinks available on a pay-as-you-go basis (Spanish beer, wine, sangria or vermouth). The tour is pay as you go as you discover more surprises and hidden gems! ## Not suitable for * Children under 18 years * People over 70 years ## Meeting point Milan’s Cocktail (Carrer de Milans, 7 08002, Barcelona, Spain) **Please Note:** We have listed this tour across many other listing platforms and many guests will join us tonight. so kindly feel free to book now.

Wir laden dich zu unserem wöchentlichen Treffen ein. Es ist immer **donnerstags ab 19:15Uhr** Komm vorbei! **📣 Regeln der Gruppe** Wir möchten Sie daran erinnern, dass **eine Anmeldung auf der Meetup-Seite obligatorisch ist, wenn Sie an einer Veranstaltung teilnehmen möchten**. * Betonen Sie außerdem, dass bei allen vorgeschlagenen Aktivitäten ein korrektes und angemessenes Verhalten erforderlich ist. * Sollte dies nicht der Fall sein, behalten sich die Organisatoren das Recht vor, Teilnehmer zuzulassen. * Jegliche Art von Spam ist nicht erlaubt. Folge uns auf bcninternacionaevets instrsgram [https://www.instagram.com/p/CCqbFFNC-a-/?igshid=13j0jlyw8tlhl](https://www.instagram.com/p/CCqbFFNC-a-/?igshid=13j0jlyw8tlhl) Segueix-nos a bcninternacionaevets instragram [https://www.instagram.com/p/CCqbFFNC-a-/?igshid=13j0jlyw8tlhl](https://www.instagram.com/p/CCqbFFNC-a-/?igshid=13j0jlyw8tlhl) [ES] Os invitamos a nuestra reunión semanal los **jueves a partir de las 7:15p.m** Lo pasaremos genial! **📣 Reglas del grupo** Nos gustaría recordarte que es **obligatorio apuntarse en la página de Meetup cuando quieras asistir a un evento**. * También recalcar que es necesario tener un comportamiento correcto y adecuado en todas las actividades propuestas, y que en caso de que esto no sea así, los organizadores nos reservamos el derecho de admisión de los participantes. * No se permite ningún tipo de spam. Síguenos en bcninternacionaevets instragram [https://www.instagram.com/p/CCqbFFNC-a-/?igshid=13j0jlyw8tlhl](https://www.instagram.com/p/CCqbFFNC-a-/?igshid=13j0jlyw8tlhl) [COSMOPOLITAN MEETUP] Did you know that Barcelona macht Spass already have friends in BCN? They celebrate cultural exchange events. Join if you want! Barcelona cosmopolitan Meetup - [https://www.meetup.com/es-ES/www-cosmoitas-com/](https://www.meetup.com/es-ES/www-cosmoitas-com/)

Ciao a tutti! Barcelona cosmopolitan Meetup è per tutti coloro che amano la cultura. Siamo qui per offrirti la possibilità di sperimentare una migliore cultura italiana dal tuo partner di lingua italiana e anche per gli italiani che vogliono saperne di più sulla cultura spagnola. Vorremmo che tutti partecipassero all'evento per farti sentire a casa e divertirti insieme! Nello scambio di lingua italiana e spagnola faremo pratica e divertiremo! Ci incontriamo alle 19h, se arrivi più tardi non succede niente, ti aspettiamo! Non importa se non parli italiano o spagnolo, impara qualcosa di italiano o spagnolo. L'importante è fare amicizia! Abbiamo trovato un posto nuovo, in una posizione migliore, molto centrale a Barcellona con vibrazioni super buone, dove possiamo incontrarci, hamburger e tapas sono molto buoni, ci divertiremo moltissimo! Puoi anche esercitarti con un bicchiere di vino per parlare meglio. Condivideremo un buon momento. L'evento è gratuito, anche se, poiché il bar ci mette a disposizione il suo spazio, chiedono che ogni persona beva almeno un drink. Ti ricordo che è obbligatorio iscriversi alla pagina meetup quando si vuole partecipare ad un evento. Ci tengo inoltre a sottolineare che è necessario tenere un comportamento corretto ed adeguato in tutte le attività proposte e che in caso contrario gli organizzatori si riservano il diritto di ammissione dei partecipanti, non è ammesso alcun tipo di spam. Seguici su: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/p/CCJIXCJi-Tm/?igshid=1s6mw6z5j9rni_______________________________________________________________________________ ------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------Barcelona cosmopolitan Meetup es un punto de encuentro para practicar idiomas, conocer gente nueva y pasar un buen rato. En el intercambio de idiomas italiano🇮🇹 - español quedaremos a las 19h céntrico con super buen rollo, donde podremos tomar algo, tapear y lo pasaremos genial. Si llegas más tarde, no hay problema! Te esperamos. No importa si no tienes un nivel elevado de italiano 🇮🇹 o español. Compartiremos un buen momento intercambiando ambos idiomas y cultura. Este evento es gratuito, aunque dado que el bar nos presta su espacio, nos piden que cada persona tome al menos una consumición mínima. Me gustaría recordar que es obligatorio apuntarse en la página de meetup cuando se quiera asistir a un evento. También quiero recalcar que es necesario tener un comportamiento correcto y adecuado en todas las actividades propuestas,y que en caso de que esto no sea así, los organizadores se reservan el derecho de admisión de los participantes.No se permite ningún tipo de spam. Síguenos en : bcninternacionalevents Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/p/CCJIXCJi-Tm/? igshid=1s6mw6z5j9rni

Some things break so something better can begin ✨ In this session we'll explore how letting go can be an expanding opportunity to grow in ways we sometimes can't imagine yet. We'll be working with the traditional Japanese technique lead by Sara, creator of @amicaceramics, combined with a mindfulness session guided by Diana Caribe, psicologist specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. ☕️ Bring a broken mug, bowl, or ceramic object. We'll restore it together while also enjoying a tapa and drink in a very intimate and relaxed place. 🫒🧀 It includes pica pica, coffee and tea Details: 📅 Thursday 21st of May 📍 Barcelona 🕧 18:45 - 22:00 👥 15 seats 💫 55€

If you’re in town, let’s meet up for early dinner at Maru. It has a unique variety of Korean/Japanese cuisines including ramen, Chinese bao buns, etc. https://ratebava.com/index.html

🖌️Learn the elegant art of Japanese🖌️Calligraphy in a single, focused project! 👉**Registration** is **Online Only** at: https://portal.nova-labs.org/event-6658078 ***(No drop-ins accepted.)*** 🕒**When:** Sunday, 31 May 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM 📍**Where:** Nova Labs, 3850 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030 **Details:** Learn the elegant art of Japanese Calligraphy in a single, focused project! We'll teach you how to properly use and care for the tools. By the end of class, you will create a beautiful, inspirational Japanese word on Hanshi paper to display proudly in your home. Start your calligraphy journey today! This class includes the Brushes that you'll need in this class so you can keep practicing on your own! Children are welcome, but registration is required. Any child under 12 must be registered and attend with a parent or guardian. ⚠️ HOW TO REGISTER An RSVP on Meetup does NOT reserve your spot. Please register via the link below to attend. No walk-ins or drop-ins accepted. 👉**Registration** is **Online Only** at: https://portal.nova-labs.org/event-6658078

Join us for a ramen rendezvous and Japanese comfort food at the VERY recently lopened (4/15/26) **Kyuramen** in Herndon! ***FFX Now:*** National ramen chain Kyuramen opened Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2330 Silver Arrow Way and is currently offering a limited “soft service” menu of the brand’s popular dishes. The opening marks the Kyuramen’s second location in Northern Virginia and first outpost in Fairfax County. “We saw an opportunity to bring something unique to the Herndon community and look forward to sharing a new experience with our guests, alongside the signature dishes they know and love,” founder Gary Lin told FFXnow. Later this month, “the restaurant will transition into [an] elevated yet fun concept, debuting new creative menu offerings that build on Kyuramen’s signature approach to Japanese cuisine,” according to a press release. For now, the opening menu includes items like Tokyo tonkotsu shoyu ramen, with chashu pork, marinated soft-boiled egg, bamboo shoots, corn, seaweed and scallions, as well as a Korean-inspired kimchi ramen. These are joined by a “Yin-Yang Bowl,” which offers both tonkotsu shoyu ramen and sapporo miso ramen in one divided dish. “Beyond ramen, the menu features Japanese comfort food staples such as fluffy omurice served with curry or demi-glace, takoyaki octopus balls, dumplings, steamed bao buns, and other signature dishes reflecting the brand’s broader vision of Japanese comfort cuisine for American diners,” the release reads. The new restaurant was designed with the brand’s signature “honeycomb-style” private booths, an open kitchen and signature “wishing tree” decor, where guests may write and hang their wishes. It can seat about 130 guests. Lin founded the chain in New York City in 2014, aiming to make ramen “a more affordable daily cuisine” in the United States, according to previous reporting. In 2022, Lin told Gotham magazine he intended to create “the Starbucks of ramen in the U.S.” Today, Kyuramen has more than 126 locations worldwide, including over 70 nationwide outposts. The new Herndon restaurant is part of the brand’s expansion into the D.C. area, which so far includes one location in Falls Church in Falls Church that opened last October. Check out Kyuramen menu [here ](https://www.kyuramen.com/menu#sectionId-a1e247ea-0c57-498e-a9be-4044ed48bda8) **WAITLIST:** Meetup does not allow a waitlist for paid events. If this event fills and you are interested in adding your name to the waitlist, please send host a message through the app. To enhance the opportunity for great conversation, we would like to keep the group small. Please feel free to sign-up to meet us along with up to 2 friends. In the future, we will vary the days of the week, geography and the cost of restaurants so that we can attract many different types of diners. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE COMMITTED TO GO WHEN YOU RSVP FOR THIS EVENT. In the event our group incurs a fee for no-shows / late cancellations, your ability to RSVP for future events will be restricted. Thank you in advance for your understanding.Feel free to make suggestions for future meet locations. All diners will have their own tab to avoid any confusion. \*\* The small non-refundable registration fee helps us share the cost associated with Meetup platform ($360/year) and reduces the likelihood of no-shows, allowing us to better plan our events and accommodate attendees. Thank you in advance for your understanding!\*\* If you are unable to join us in July, we hope you'll stay interested and join us for a meal in the future. Looking forward to seeing you at Kyuramen in Herndon!

**Chantilly Carb Crawl: Asian Breads & Pastries** **🍞** **Whether you’re a long-time member or this is your very first event, come with us on a mini-tour of 3 of Chantilly’s hidden gems. It’ll be a fun chance to reconnect, meet new members and enjoy some amazing breads and pastries!** **The Game Plan** ***11:00 AM — Café Moment*** **We’ll kick things off at this new cafe specializing in** **Korean Salt Bread. If you’ve never tried it, imagine eating a warm, buttery, fluffy cloud (yes, I am drooling as I write this)** **Next, we’ll head over to Mahiwaga for some warm, freshly baked** **Pandasal. If you’ve never had this Filipino classic fresh from the oven, this father/daughter team** **make** **some of the best!** **We’ll wrap up with a stop across the hall at Toimoi Bakery for their famous** **pandan and banana pudding filled croissants** **🥐.** **Can't wait to see you there! RSVP to save your spot!** [Cafe Moment](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX-C-Hmhg7g/?igsh=dHd4N2RodWwwaHo1) [Mahiwaga](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXiCy0Gz0P5/?igsh=Mm45a2c3ZWJtM2pv) [ToiMoi Bakery ](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX0O-2KuRiT/?igsh=MWh2bjN4cHE1am55eg==)

Come and celebrate Filipino Independence with us as we make our first trip together to the Fil-Am Fest! With plenty of good food, crafts, apparel, and stage performances, there are enough good times to go around for everyone. The festival website: [https://filamfestinc.org/](https://filamfestinc.org/) We'll do our best to pick a good Meetup spot, but this is generally situated in an area of the Fair Oaks Mall parking lot near Macy's Furniture, so we'll likely have to post our location on the message board once we arrive. Be on the lookout for it! Extra tip: I don't know if they allow camping or other portable chairs, but it may not be a bad idea to have that and possibly a little rain gear in your vehicle just in case. Bring a friend to share! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- If you have Instagram, you can check out our account at asiandiningandadventuregroup for photos and announcements of group outings!

Join us for a cozy evening of authentic Turkish food and great conversation at Taste of Istanbul! What started as a favorite at local farmers markets has grown into one of Northern Virginia’s hidden gems, serving freshly prepared Turkish specialties including doner, chicken and beef kofte kebabs, wraps, homemade baked goods, and delicious vegetarian options. Their warm hospitality and homemade flavors make this the perfect spot for a relaxed and memorable group dinner. Because the restaurant is small and intimate, I’m keeping this meetup limited in size so everyone can comfortably enjoy the experience and connect with each other. Please only RSVP if you genuinely plan to attend, and be sure to confirm your attendance the day before the event. We often have a waitlist, and last-minute cancellations can prevent others from joining. If your plans change, please update your RSVP as early as possible so someone else can take your spot. Come hungry and ready to enjoy great food, good company, and a fun night out exploring one of the area’s best Turkish restaurants!