Morals and Symbols of Dumplings

Dumplings symbolize a good harvest and reunion, and symbolize the going away of the old and the coming of the new.

Dumplings are one of the traditional Chinese delicacies and have a rich meaning and symbolism due to their similarity in shape to the silver dollar. Dumplings are usually eaten around the Chinese New Year and on festivals such as the winter solstice, signifying a good harvest and family reunion in the New Year. Folklore says that eating dumplings can welcome the New Year and send off the old year, signifying a desire to get rid of the bad things of the past and look forward to the new year.

Dumplings are usually boiled or steamed, which is a healthier way to eat than deep-fried foods and therefore represents peace. Kumquats and sugar are placed in the dumplings, and eating them means that the days ahead will be sweeter. Dumplings are also known as "New Year's Dumplings," which is a symbol of good luck and joyful reunion.

Traditional Food Recommendations

1, rice cake: Because the pronunciation of rice cake is similar to the pronunciation of "high", it is one of the necessary food during the New Year's period, which means that the new year will have higher achievements.

2. Fish: During the Chinese New Year, fish is often regarded as a symbol of wealth and prosperity, as well as family reunion and peace.

3. Dumplings: Because of their similarity in shape to the utensils used to wrap rice in the ancient Chinese game of pot-throwing, dumplings are also seen as a good-luck symbol, signifying peace and good fortune.

4, soup dumplings: soup dumplings are meant to symbolize reunion and beauty, especially when eaten on the Lantern Festival, which signifies the Dragon Boat Festival.

5, braised pork: braised pork is brightly colored, implying a smooth career in the New Year.