Explain Boston to Me
Explain Boston to Me
Lee Stabert
Mythbusting in Boston's Chinatown with Richard Auffrey
44 minutes Posted Apr 29, 2026 at 9:02 am.
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In this episode, we're exploring the origins of Boston's vibrant Chinatown — and reexamining myths around the city's first Chinese restaurant — with lawyer and historian Richard Auffrey. From the first Chinese immigrant to Boston to Hong Far Low and Ruby Foo, this is a fascinating and vital part of the region's history.