Meet Restaurant Critic & Chef Bao Ong
Mark your calendar for our First Saturday “Earth Day Celebration” Market at Hope Farms on April 5. Join us as we welcome Houston Chronicle’s Restaurant Critic and celebrated Chef Bao Ong, who will demonstrate the art of crafting vibrant, veggie-packed spring rolls that are as sustainable as they are delicious.
This special culinary experience celebrates Earth Day with fresh, local ingredients transformed into beautiful spring creations. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn sustainable cooking techniques from one of Houston’s most respected culinary voices.
Bao Ong brings a rare combination of culinary expertise and critical insight to his role as restaurant critic for the Houston Chronicle. Since moving to Houston in summer 2022, Ong has quickly established himself as a respected voice in the city’s vibrant food scene, earning the prestigious Texas Managing Editors award for Comment and Criticism within his first year.
Before bringing his talents to Texas, Ong honed his journalistic skills at some of the nation’s most influential food publications, including Eater New York, Bon Appétit, and Time Out New York. What sets Ong apart is his hands-on culinary training—he’s a graduate of the renowned French Culinary Institute, giving him a professional chef’s perspective that informs his thoughtful critiques and recommendations.
For food enthusiasts wanting to follow Ong’s culinary adventures through Houston’s diverse restaurant landscape, his Instagram (@baohaus) offers a delicious glimpse into where he’s eating and drinking across the city.
Join us on April 5th as acclaimed Houston Chronicle Restaurant Critic Bao Ong returns to Hope Farms for a special Earth Day celebration. In this immersive culinary experience, Chef Bao Ong will reveal the art of transforming fresh, just-harvested Hope Farms vegetables into stunning, nutritious spring rolls that are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Our Chefs in the Field Cooking Classes offer a unique farm-to-table opportunity where participants learn hands-on techniques to create vibrant, nutrient-rich meals that will delight the whole family. Discover the simple secrets to crafting picture-perfect spring rolls while connecting with the seasonal bounty of our sustainable farm.
Event Details:
- Date: April 5, 2025
- Location: Hope Farms
- Feature: Earth Day Celebration – Spring Roll Master Class with Chef Bao Ong
- Class Times: 11:00 AM (Adult Class) & 12:30 PM (Children’s Class)
- Market Hours: 9 AM – 2 PM
This rare opportunity to learn from one of Houston’s most celebrated culinary voices promises to inspire your cooking with sustainable, seasonal ingredients that honor both your health and our planet.
Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today for this exceptional Earth Day culinary adventure!
