汉语学习：年夜饭
http://www.chinese.cn 2010年02月05日 15:27 网络孔子学院
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Leo: I am Leo. Lili, Chinese New Year is coming. I really expect the New Year’s Eve Dinner. Lili: Yes, in today’s programme, we’re talking about the New Year’s Eve Dinner. Leo: Lili, what’s the main dish of New Year’s Eve dinner in your family? Lili: Absolutely Jiaozi. Leo: Yeah, without doubt is Jiaozi, many families in China eat it that day. Lili: Right. It is also called Chinese dumpling, very popular in China. Leo: it’s also popular in Japan, Korea and United States. Lili: Even in the States? Are you sure? Leo: Yeah, absolutely sure. See, you need some catch up, missy. Lili: well, I thought it spread in China, just our thing, you know. So, great! You are expert, you must know why eat dumpling in the New Year’s Eve? Leo: Er… Lili: I bet you do not know that. Leo: Of course I know. Lili: Don’t just say it, tell me Leo: well, you know, it is delicious…so ….well Lili: I knew you would act like that. Who need a catch up now? Leo: OK~~~I do not know the whole story, but what I said is partly right, isn’t it? Lili: Just kidding. The Chinese characters "Jiaozi" refer to fortunate meanings. "Jiao" in Chinese means "proud," while "zi" means “son”, so the son makes you feel proud. He must be very successful. Leo: so funny…..I should eat “Jiaozi” in New Year Eve for my mum, my dad and all people loving me to make them feel proud for me next year. Lili: So you will get career achievements in the next year. Leo: Sure. Well, the New Year’s Eve seems to be very interesting, could you tell me more about the night? Lili: At the New Year's Eve, Chinese families come together for a family reunion feast to greet each other, pray for the good luck and happiness in the next year. That’s what we called New Year's Eve Dinner. Leo: Yes, you know, both children and adults eat together and dinner begins only after all of the family members are present at the table. Lili: Right, family reunion, and for those people who are not able to come home, the table setting is placed for those to symbolize their presence though far away. Leo: Ok, that is the full story, let’s go and eat dumplings. I want my family to be proud of me. Lili: r u sure you eat it not because it is delicious? Leo: Er, well. Lili: Ok, Mr Well. I know you love dumplings, now; I will show u how to make it in China. Leo: oh come on, everybody knows you r cook idiot. Do not kill me any more please. Lili: which guy told you that, I am expert on cook~~~ Leo: well, lady, you r so busy, you know, I am not good at cultures but I am a good cook. So may I get honors make a dumpling dinner for you, my lady? Lili: I forgive your rudeness. Leo: Thanks. Jiaozi typically consist of a ground meat and vegetable filling wrapped into a thinly rolled piece of dough, then sealed by pressing the edges together or by crimping. Like Wonton! Lili: No, they are totally different things，different cooking methods, different eating ways, event different cultural meanings. Leo: Oh really? I thought they are the same things Lili: Of course not. Jiaozi should not be confused with wonton: Jiaozi have a thicker, chewier skin and usually eaten with a soy-vinegar dipping sauce; while wontons have thinner skin and usually served in broth. The dough for the Jiaozi and wonton wrapper also consists of different ingredients. Leo: Oh I never knew these differences, Before you tell me, I just thought they are the same snacks. Lili: Two things in your mind Mr. Know-all. Leo: Ok Lili, from now on, I know I really need to study more about Chinese Culture. Thanks for telling me those stories, Lili. Lili: it is a happy chat. Isn’t it? I am so glad to talk about the culture stories in China with other guys. Leo: If you guys are interested in our cultures, you are always welcome to China. Lili and I will be very pleased to take you to experience our Spring Festival. Lili: So from all of us here at CIO Culture Radio. Thanks very much for listening and goodbye. Leo: Bye. |
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