Trisha Do
Trisha Do is a Vietnamese fashion and lifestyle content creator based in New York. Her platform promotes sophisticated fashion infused with meaningful messages and an elegant lifestyle. Through curating products and experiences, she aims to inspire her audience with a refined taste that aligns with her cultural and personal beliefs.
Do is also the founder of Xin Mời Dinner Club, whose vision extends beyond showcasing Vietnamese cuisine and stories; she seeks to cultivate a cultural conversation that unites people through the joy of delectable food and fosters a sense of belonging.
Breaking Down With Trisha Do
“My partner Gùi and I wake up compartmentalizing food, herbs, ceramics, tableware, etc. It looks like we’re moving. But no, we’re just hosting a two-day dinner party at Mắm in Manhattan Chinatown.”
“Heading to the venue with Gùi and Trúc Anh— my lovely assistant. It’s us hugging and giving morning affirmations to our herbs and plants when the car moves like a snail on the bridge.
Not pictured is the magic of snuggling everything into our minivan before this.”
“Finally, here after a morning rush traffic. Opening and locking the manual roll gate is an art. We’re in!”
“No Vietnamese operations, events, or productions happen without us properly burning incense and praying to our ancestors, then Ông Địa & Thầnt Tài (the Earth God and the Wealth God).”
“Prepping begins with cleaning and soaking broken rice—organizing and establishing our BOH system in a new kitchen.”
“Meet Steff— the ceramic artist who custom-made Xin Mời plates, and An— my pastry chef. We’re marveling at Steff’s beautiful work and being so excited for today.”
“Adding our little touch at the door so you know you’ve arrived.”
“The family meal, aka the final taste test. We’re gaining confidence as the team enjoys the entrée.”
“Quick outfit switch, and it’s table arrangement time.”
“Mimi, our baby sister and front-of-house queen, arranges guest seatings and places their handwritten names on each plate.”
“An and I are getting the last things ready. We’re so lucky to look so chic in Peter Do for service.”
“The first seating comes at a golden time. Beautiful to see that the guests are excited like us. What a sight to see from BOH. I can’t stop smiling.”
“A hustling assembly line for our appetizer.”
“Soon enough, it’s turnover time. We have precisely 30’ to prepare the house for the next wave.”
“Right after serving the last entrée, we got to grab a bite and sip of water in secrecy.”
“Some good friends were kind enough to stay and helped us disassemble the tables.”
“Closing the house and feeling loved by these lovely women (+Estra).”
“I got home to the best shower and the best cats ever. How can I be more thankful than this?”