Dough Nation Tote

An extension of Dough Nation by Xiao Han.

From May through June, Dough Nation takes the form of a billboard on AKA and PAVED Arts shared billboard space and an artist lead partnership between Jin Jin Cuisine and the Riversdale Community Fridge. As a gesture of community care and connection Han is organizing a series of food sharing days throughout the duration of the project, where Jin Jin will provide weekly drop offs of food to the community fridge. Through this, Han aims to connect the diverse cultural cuisines within the Riversdale district through a common ingredient, Dough - an essential component for many iconic dishes across various cultures, such as pancakes, stir-fry noodles, perogies, chow-mein, and doughnuts.

Dough Nation aspires to create an intercultural dialogue of mutual understanding and compassion through the act of food sharing. With the intent that this interactive project can raise awareness and spark discussions on several societal issues surrounding core neighborhoods in Saskatoon, specifically community care and food security. This project is also an opportunity for the community to demonstrate their appreciation and final sendoff for Jing Jin Cuisine, which has provided the Riversdale community with wholesome and authentic Northern Chinese food for the past decade.