Bubbling Traditions: Hot Pot and the Spirit of Lunar New Year
Experience the warmth of the Lunar New Year through the lens of its most iconic communal meal: Hot Pot. Jeff Mao will explore the essential traditions of Lunar New Year and the role food plays in bringing friends and family together. The talk concludes with a tasting featuring traditional "yuanbao" (ingot) shaped dumplings and other seasonal
delicacies.
Jeff Mao is the author of the Essential Chinese Hot Pot Cookbook and the founder of Knead & Nosh, a Maine-based microbakery. A career educator with a passion for the science of food, Jeff was recognized as an award-winning baker when his bagels earned the "Best Bagel" title at the 2025 Maine Bagel Bake-Off. His work often explores the intersection of culinary heritage and technique.
Location: Please note that this workshop takes place at the Chace Forum, 150 Main Street, Waterville.
Part of the Lunar New Year Celebration.
Age: Open to all ages
Limit: 50 participants
Cost: $11
Price includes a $1 handling fee. A portion of all ticket fees are designated to support the Youth Arts Access Fund.
This event is eligible for the Youth Arts Access Fund.
delicacies.
Jeff Mao is the author of the Essential Chinese Hot Pot Cookbook and the founder of Knead & Nosh, a Maine-based microbakery. A career educator with a passion for the science of food, Jeff was recognized as an award-winning baker when his bagels earned the "Best Bagel" title at the 2025 Maine Bagel Bake-Off. His work often explores the intersection of culinary heritage and technique.
Location: Please note that this workshop takes place at the Chace Forum, 150 Main Street, Waterville.
Part of the Lunar New Year Celebration.
Age: Open to all ages
Limit: 50 participants
Cost: $11
Price includes a $1 handling fee. A portion of all ticket fees are designated to support the Youth Arts Access Fund.
This event is eligible for the Youth Arts Access Fund.
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