1. The origin of dumplings is: dumplings originated in the Eastern Han Dynasty, and were first created by Zhang Zhongjing, the "Sage of Medicine", a native of Nanyang, Henan Province in the Eastern Han Dynasty.

2. At that time, dumplings were used for medicinal purposes, and Zhang Zhongjing wrapped some cold-expelling herbs in the dough to cure diseases and avoid frostbite on the ears of patients.

3. Later, as dumplings harmonize with the word "jiaozi", which means "intersecting with the time of the son, handing over good luck and making a fortune", it is the meaning of alternating the old and the new, and it is also the meaning of adhering to the heavens.

4. Dumplings have become part of Chinese culture.

5. The significance of eating dumplings is: according to Chinese folklore, as they are shaped like Yuanbao.

6. Eating dumplings in Chinese New Year means "inviting wealth and prosperity". Dumplings symbolize reunion and wealth, joy, blessings and peace.

7. For thousands of years, dumplings have been a favorite food for celebrating the New Year and have been passed down from one generation to the next.