Dumpling Fest Draws a Crowd

Over 500 people attended a Dumpling Fest celebrating the Chinese New Year sponsored by the Scarsdale Chinese Association (SCA) at the Scarsdale Congregational Church on Saturday February 27. The overwhelming turnout was a testament to Scarsdale's growing Chinese community.

This year, the theme was dumplings and the event included demonstrations, hands-on learning, and tasting. Dressed in traditional garb, members of the older generation rolled up their sleeves and produced hundreds, if not thousands, of dumplings filled with chicken, vegetables and more. There was also sticky rice – a Chinese dessert that includes chocolate.

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Children enjoyed Chinese crafts, the lion dance was performed and Scarsdale Mayor Jon Mark spoke and enjoyed the feast. It was a wonderful community gathering and celebration of the Year of the Monkey.