Fill, fold, pinch, repeat. Muscle memory kicks in as I envelop the gift in its wrapping. The gift is not a toy or clothes. It's not the "Guinness World Records" book that my dad requests year after year and is still surprised by every time. The gift is ground pork, green onions, ginger, shiitake mushrooms and everything good in the world. Its wrapping paper is a chewy round sheet of dough.
Tucked into West Town, Lao Peng You is a Chinese spot centered on dumplings and noodles - dishes rooted in memory, ritual, and family. Founded in 2019 by brothers Daniel and Eric Wat, the restaurant is a tribute to their childhoods; the pair learned how to make dumplings from their grandmother, who immigrated from just outside Shanghai. Nearly seven years in, Lao Peng You is consistently packed.
We took the viral trend of dumpling bakes and gave it a fusion twist. If you love fusion cuisine, this Gluten-Free Dumpling Enchiladas recipe is about to become your new favorite weeknight meal. It's a mouthwatering blend of comforting Mexican flavors and savory Asian-inspired dumplings-all baked together in a single dish. The best part? It's incredibly easy to make and guaranteed to impress your family or dinner guests.
The bake is a one-pan dish that uses a few Trader Joe's packaged ingredients - Trader Joe's frozen dumplings, Trader Joe's Thai Red Curry Sauce, and Trader Joe's Soyaki (a mix of soy sauce and teriyaki sauce), along with coconut milk and garlic. You'll only need to mince the garlic and chop some veggies for the topping. Trader Joe's Crunchy Chili Onion tops the dish with a vibrant red color and spicy flavor.
The new spot has just opened on Mare Street Bar 161 on Mare Street is no more as new spot Paper Tiger has taken its place, with handmade dumplings and artisanal cocktails in tow. After a soft launch at the end of October and a Halloween event, which included pumpkin dumplings, Sichuan candy apples, Blood Moon Negronis and a costume competition, the bar is officially open for business.
