Discover + Dine Makan Pakai Tangan: The Art of Eating with Your Hands Monday, May 18.  6 – 8 p.m. Motor House PURCHASE REQUIRED $20 TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/makan-pakai-tangan-the-art-of-eating-with-your-hands-tickets-1987842048077 SPACE IS LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS In this lecture-demonstration, participants will learn about the widespread tradition of eating with the hands, without the use of utensils, in maritime Southeast Asia. This geographical area, known since antiquity as Nusantara in the Javanese language, includes the modern nations of Brunei, Malaysia, Singapore, and the thousands of islands that make up Indonesia. Participants will get a “hands-on” opportunity to practice the art and etiquette of makan pakai tangan (eating with the hands) by sampling the Indonesian rice-based Nasi Tumpeng, a communal dish served and shared at special occasions. Presented by Artharini (Artha Rini Indonesian Restaurant) and Mohammad Rohaizad Suaidi (Towson University).