Hey There, Dumpling!

Kenny Lao has been making dumplings for 30 years—in homes, food trucks, and restaurants across America. He has made dumplings at large family parties, in professional kitchens with Michelin-star chefs, and even with rap mogul P. Diddy. In his first cookbook, Lao reveals how to make the perfect dumpling and host amazing dumpling parties.

Hey There, Dumpling! features 100 recipes covering classic Asian and modern flavors, including Pork and Napa Cabbage and Spicy BBQ-Glazed Beef dumplings, mix-and-match tangy dips, crispy salads, delicious noodles, and festive drinks. With 50 color photographs, graphic step-by-step tutorials, and Lao's accessible approach to the kitchen, you'll be inspired to make dumplings a regular for weeknight meals and a star at your next dinner party.

Kenny Lao is a restaurant consultant and co-founder of Rickshaw Dumpling Bar and Truck. He worked as special projects director for Drew Nieporent's Myriad Restaurant Group (Tribeca Grill, Nobu, Next Door Nobu, Nobu London, Nobu Fifty-Seven, Centrico, and Rubicon San Francisco). Kenny also oversaw the opening of multiple new restaurant establishments for clients such as Starwood's W Hotel Brand, Sports Club/LA, and Nieman Marcus. He lives in New York City with his husband, John, and dog, Zipper.