Asian American Heritage Month

iCU Intercultural Dinner Dialogue Series - Red Sea Coffee and Tea Culture

Apr 22, 2026   5:30 pm   7:00 pm
Asian American Cultural Center 1210 W. Nevada, Urbana, IL
Poster titled “Red Sea Coffee and Tea Culture” featuring stylized maps of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula connected by a ship, with icons of a coffee cup and tea elements and an ICU logo in the corner.
Sponsor
International Education and SALAAM
Contact
International Education
E-Mail
internationaled@illinois.edu
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Bridges Across the Red Sea is an educational and culturally immersive event that explores the deep historical and cultural connections between East African and Middle Eastern communities. and how these connections continue to shape our cultures today. Enjoy tasting and learning through an authentic Eritrean and Ethiopian coffee and tea ceremony, exploring the shared flavors, spices, and dishes that connect our cuisines, and building meaningful cultural understanding across the Red Sea. 

📅 Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7 PM
📍 Location: Asian American Cultural Center (AACC) 

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