Dumplings for Lili

Lili loves to cook baos with Nai Nai's help. When they run out of cabbage, Lili goes to Babcia's apartment on the sixth floor to get some. Babcia needs potatoes for her pierogi, so Lili helps all the grandmothers in her building borrow ingredients for different dumplings. It is a joyful story of sharing food, friendship, and love.

Format: Hardback
Length: 48 pages
Publication date: 02 July 2021
Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Lili has a deep passion for cooking baos, and her grandmother, Nai Nai, has been her mentor in mastering the art of making these delicious dumplings. Nai Nai has shared all the secrets with Lili, from kneading the dough with love and precision to being grateful for the fresh and healthy ingredients used in the filling. However, when Nai Nai realizes they are out of cabbage (Secret #8: line the basket with cabbage leaves!), she sends Lili on a mission to her apartment on the sixth floor to fetch some.

Lili's grandmother, Babcia, is happy to share her cabbage with Lili, but she also needs some potatoes for her pierogi. With a burst of energy and determination, Lili sets out on her mission. She runs up and down the stairs, helping all the grandmothers in her building borrow the necessary ingredients for their dumplings. From Jamaican beef patties to Italian ravioli, Lebanese fatayer, and many more, Lili is a whirlwind of activity.

Energized by Melissa Iwais's captivating artwork and dynamic storytelling, Dumplings for Lili is a heartwarming tale that celebrates the joy of sharing food, friendship, and love in all their forms. Through her adventures, Lili learns the importance of kindness, generosity, and the power of community. She also discovers the beauty of cultural diversity and the richness of different cuisines.

In the end, Lili's efforts pay off, and everyone enjoys a delicious meal together. The story teaches us that food can bring people together, bridge gaps, and create lasting memories. It reminds us to appreciate the traditions and recipes passed down from generation to generation and to always be open to trying new things.

Dumplings for Lili is a delightful and inspiring book that will resonate with readers of all ages. It is a testament to the power of food and the importance of family and community.

Weight: 452g
Dimension: 211 x 300 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781324003427