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Jul 2024
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Intermediate | Making Dumplings

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Ever since Marco Polo brought ravioli to China, the Chinese have loved making dumplings. It's an essential part of celebrating the New Year. In today's podcast, learn how to talk in Chinese about wrapping, boiling and eating these magical little pockets of deliciousness. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1083

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