Serotonin from dumplings

dumplings on a plate

Dumplings

By the time you聽read聽this the Oz Asia Dumpling Market will聽have finished, but it 100% deserves some recognition and a shout out.聽

Deplorably, this year was my first year attending the Dumpling Market held in Elder Park. But I made up for this by attending three times whilst it was on. Eating dumplings gives me so much serotonin!

I grew up eating my mother鈥檚 homemade dumplings聽so perhaps I have an attachment because it reminds me of my childhood. And now聽having moved out, I crave dumplings all the time. Disappointingly, I can鈥檛 make them鈥攂ut I have found these incredible Asian grocer dumplings which have been my go-to when I haven鈥檛 prepped a meal. However, I can make an amazing black vinegar and chilli dipping sauce.

Dumplings are easier to find than you might think! Woolworths & Coles always have frozen dumplings. Perhaps you can try out your local Asian grocer. Or maybe a dedicated dumpling restaurant like Dumpling King!

Food has such a powerful impact on my mood. Once I鈥檝e eaten some good dumplings, I feel happy, safe and ready to take on the world. What鈥檚 your comfort food?

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