Today, we're taking you to Quincy, Massachusetts.

In the last several decades, the number of people in Quincy who identify as Asian has grown considerably. The latest census shows nearly 30% of the city's residents identify as Asian.

Part of this growth can be attributed to the city remaining an affordable, but accessible, alternative to Boston.

Meanwhile, Boston's Chinatown has seen a decrease in its Asian population, as housing prices have increased significantly in the neighborhood.

To illustrate this change, The Common producer Frannie Monahan spoke with Joyce Chan, a former high school teacher and musician, about her personal experience starting a Chinese bakery in Quincy after her band lost its practice space in Chinatown.

This episode is part of WBUR's Field Guide to Boston, a station-wide effort to help you connect with the city's communities.

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