Lunar New Year celebrates the arrival of the new moon, particularly in China, where traditions focus on themes of wealth and fortune. The customary greeting, "Gong Xi Fa Cai," translates to a wish for increased wealth, while dumplings represent money and gloss over familial connections. Chefs share insights on the importance of dumplings, particularly wontons, which differ from other dumplings and are significant during the holiday. The golden color of wonton wrappers symbolizes wealth, with dishes like wontons served in broths promoting both fortune and long life during celebrations.
"Wontons are significant in Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations, as they symbolize wealth and good fortune. Dumplings are eaten during the new year in many Asian cultures."
"Wonton wrappers feature eggs in the dough, giving it the golden color that further helps to represent wealth," says chef Tim Ma.
"Wontons are meant to be eaten in soups and broths, often alongside noodles which signify long life in Chinese New Year celebrations," explains Eric Huang.
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