When you begin a new life far from home, family is so important: honoring the people and traditions left behind, building something new for the next generation. In this episode of Melting Spots, chefs from Bi-Rite Market, Yank Sing, R&G Lounge, Estrellita’s Snacks, and Lavash share stories of building a family business, working together across generations, and passing on the family legacy. Melting Spots is a food map & storytelling project from the California Migration Museum. calmigration.org/meltingspots

San Francisco was a foodie city right from the start. How did those first dishes take shape? And who were the immigrants that brought them to California? Chefs, bartenders and restaurateurs from Comstock Saloon, Boudin Bakery, Dandelion Chocolate and Sam Wo Restaurant share stories of beginnings in this first episode of Melting Spots.  Melting Spots is a food map & storytelling project from the California Migration Museum. Explore more at calmigration.org/meltingspots