Hidden Flavors of Asia

🍽️ Hidden Flavors of Asia: A Culinary Journey

Join us for a Sunday afternoon packed with bold flavors, good company, and laid-back vibes!

Hosted at Pilot Project Brewing, Hidden Flavors is a casual five-course dining experience celebrating the vibrant cuisines of the Laos, Philippines, and Taiwan — brought to life by three passionate Milwaukeeans.

📍 Event Details:

Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Doors open at 11:45 AM, food service begins at noon)
Location: Pilot Project Brewing
Address: 1128 N 9th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233
Tickets: $107 per person (includes all food and togos, one beverage (beer, wine, or N/A), and ticket fees)
Seating: Limited seating — early reservations highly recommended!

🍴 Your Five-Course Journey:

Each course will be served from a central "serving area," with tables released one at a time to grab their plates.
Settle in, mix, mingle, and savor each unique flavor:

Appetizer Trio:

Laotian Beef Jerky
Taiwanese Pork Dumpling
Filipino Chicken Lumpia

Main Course #1:

Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup

Main Course #2:

Laotian Chicken Laab served cold on lettuce with hot sticky rice

Main Course #3:

Filipino Pork Lechon and Pork Adobo served with garlic rice

Dessert:

Filipino Ube Ice Cream & Leche Flan
Take-home Taiwanese Pineapple Cake
Take-home goodie bag

🍻 Drinks:

Ticket includes one beverage of your choice (beer, wine, N/A)
Full bar available for additional purchases throughout the event.

ℹ️ Good to Know:

Parking: Free street parking available or a paid parking structure.
Parking Structure: The Brewery Parking Structure, 1213 N 9th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233.
Family-Friendly: All ages welcome. Bring your foodie friends, your family, or just your appetite!
Dietary Notes: Some dishes may include pork, meat, and gluten. The menu is fixed and cannot accommodate substitutions.

👩‍🍳 Meet Your Hosts:

Judy of MKEeeeEats, a Milwaukee-based foodie influencer dedicated to showcasing the best local eateries, hidden gems, and vibrant food experiences across the city. Her deep roots in food stem from her parents’ 25-year restaurant legacy, with her retired father—a Taiwanese chef with decades of experience—bringing his authentic cooking to this event.

Alex Hanesakda of SapSap, a celebrated Laotian pop-up company known for sharing the rich flavors of Laos through Alex's family dishes and heartfelt storytelling. His passion lies in using food as a bridge — connecting people, honoring heritage, and sharing personal narratives one plate at a time.

Alexa Alfaro, a Filipino-American food entrepreneur passionate about bringing fresh, crave-able Filipino flavors to Milwaukee. After running one of the city’s most popular Filipino food businesses, she’s back with pop-ups, catering, and vibrant street market-style experiences.

Pilot Project Brewing is a collaborative brewing space and taproom located in Milwaukee’s Brewery District. Known for supporting small, innovative brewers and fostering community through food, drink, and culture, Pilot Project provides the perfect backdrop for this one-of-a-kind culinary experience.

Together, they bring you a collaboration you won’t want to miss!

📢 Stay Connected:

Follow us on Instagram @mkeeeeeats, @sapsapeats, and @alexafalfaro for updates, sneak peeks, and event day fun!

⭐ Event Sponsors:
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Reach out to Alexa Alfaro at alfaroafu@gmail.com