Dumpling Dreams

"The story of how Joyce Chen, a girl born in Communist China, immigrated to the United States and popularized Chinese cooking."--

“Through appealing digitally rendered illustrations and upbeat rhyming text, Clickard celebrates the life of Chen in a way that entertains and informs.” —School Library Journal “A fascinating historical character is presented in terms easy for young children to appreciate.” —Kirkus Reviews In this inspiring, mouthwatering story, get to know Chef Joyce Chen who is famous for popularizing Chinese food in the northeastern United States. How far can an apron, a bowl, or a book take one small Chinese girl with a passion to cook? From peach blossom Beijing, to crisp Cambridge snow, how far will her dumpling dreams help Joyce Chen go? Carrie Clickard’s delectable rhymes tell the story of how Joyce Chen, a girl born in Communist China, immigrated to the United States and popularized Chinese cooking. Illustrator Katy Wu brings this inspiring story beautifully and deliciously to life.

Brendan Pang, as seen on MasterChef Australia, invites readers into the world of dumplings. Flavorful cooking was the centerpiece of Brendan’s childhood, and one taste of his grandmother’s pork wontons led to a lifelong passion for cooking and sharing dumplings. His approachable recipes make it easy to craft amazingly flavorful professional quality dumplings. Readers will be equipped with all the tools required for making classic and popular dim sum dishes and mouth-watering soup dumplings. Step-by-step photos show readers how to make wrappers and craft fun shapes and folds. Through a variety of cooking techniques, like steaming, boiling and frying, readers can explore exciting dumpling styles, as well as sides and accompanying dishes from Spring Onion Pancakes to Tea Smoked Duck Breast. Brendan’s signature rainbow dumplings, colored with natural vegetable ingredients, are a huge hit for entertaining and taste even better than they look. Traditional flavors feel fresh in recipes like Pork and Peanut Dumplings, Crab Soup Dumplings, Chinese Spicy Beef Dumplings and Crispy Yam Dumplings. Round out the table with noodles, soups, flavorful meats, pickled vegetables and plenty of dipping sauces. Brendan’s obsession with all things dumpling is deliciously contagious.

Dumplings are the ultimate comfort food; they're quick to make, delicious, and endlessly adaptable to different cultures and tastes. Whether steamed, boiled, or fried, dumplings are a great way to learn about cooking-not only are they fun to make with friends and family, they're also a perfect introduction to some of the more advanced techniques in cooking. Whether you're a beginner cook or an expert in the kitchen, "Dumpling Dreams: 102 Easy Recipes for Beginners" is the perfect cookbook to get you started on your dumpling journey. This handy cookbook is the ultimate guide to all things dumpling, with recipes ranging from classic Chinese dim sum delights to decadent Western variations. With step-by-step instructions and beautiful illustrations throughout, this cookbook makes it easy to understand the process and get cooking right away. From the basics of dough preparation to clever pizza and Mexican taco pastry variations, you'll be sure to find something to please every palate. Whether you're hosting a dinner party and need a quick appetizer or are looking for a tasty snack for a movie night, "Dumpling Dreams" has it all. Easy-to-follow recipes for both the novice and experienced cook make this cookbook great for those looking to expand their cooking repertoire. From traditional Creole Gumbo Dumplings to vegan Chinese Chive Dumplings, the recipes in this cookbook have something for everyone. And for the adventurous culinary explorer, you'll find lots of innovative ideas for turning your dumplings into exciting new masterpieces. For those looking for an effortless method to impress their dinner guests, you'll find plenty of recipes here for baking perfect, golden dumplings. Try savory turnovers filled with delicious fillings like ranch-style chicken, spicy beef, or hearty Italian sausage. Or try rustic dumplings like fried pies or calzone-shaped creations. You'll also find step-by-step instructions for classic noodle doughs and flaky pastries - made even easier with the help of a food processor. But it's not all about show-stopping dinners; "Dumpling Dreams" also features plenty of delicious recipes for breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Whether you're craving the comforting flavors of sweet cinnamon-infused dumplings or the rich, savory flavors of Indian-style samosas, you'll be sure to find something to satisfy your taste buds. And for those wanting a twist, the book also includes creative recipes like BBQ Pulled Pork and Apple Dumplings and Apple Pie Dumplings. From the novice to the experienced cook, "Dumpling Dreams: 102 Easy Recipes for Beginners" is the perfect book to get you started on a journey of dumpling discovery. With easy-to-follow recipes and creative twists, you'll be sure to find something to please everyone's palate. So don your apron, fire up the kitchen, and let the dumpling dreams begin!

"50 recipes inspired by life in Chinatown."--Cover.

Characters from nursery rhymes reflect the daily life of children.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1871. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

An authentic novel about growing up in an Asian immigrant family with a mother who is suffering from a debilitating mental illness. Anna Chiu has her hands full. When she's not looking after her brother and sister or helping out at her father's restaurant, she's taking care of her mother, whose debilitating mental illness keeps her in bed most days. Her father's new delivery boy, Rory, is a welcome distraction and even though she knows that things aren't right at home, she's starting to feel like she could be a normal teen.But when her mother finally gets out of bed, things go from bad to worse. And as her mother's condition worsens, Anna and her family question everything they understand about themselves and each other.The Surprising Power of a Good Dumpling is a heart-wrenching, true-to-life exploration through the often neglected crevices of culture, mental illness, and family. Its strong themes are balanced by a beautiful romance making it a feel-good, yet important read.