You are Invited: ACYPI Brisbane & Griffith University Tourism Confucius Institute - Dumpling Making Extravaganza!

Join us for an evening of fun, food, and fantastic company at ACYPI Brisbane and Griffith University Tourism Confucius Institute Co-hosted Dumpling Making Extravaganza! This is going to be a delicious cultural exchange where tradition meets innovation! Whether you are a dumpling enthusiast or a complete beginner, this event is perfect for everyone.

🎉What to Expect - Wrap, Fold, Celebrate! A Cultural Feast of Dumplings & Discovery 

• Hands-On Dumpling Making: Learn the art of dumpling making from expert chefs. From choosing the ingredients to seasoning your favourite fillings, from the art of dough to the folding techniques, you'll master it all!
• Cultural Experience: Discover the rich history and cultural significance of dumplings in various Asian cuisines.
• Tasty Treats: Enjoy a variety of popular dumplings and other delectable snacks.
• Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with fellow food lovers, students, and professionals in a relaxed and friendly environment. You do not want to miss this opportunity to connect with the like-minded dumpling lovers, do you?

🥟Why Attend? 

• Fun and Interactive: Get your hands dirty and have a blast making (and eating) dumplings.
• Learn the Culture: Shaped like ancient Chinese ingots, dumplings have long been a festive favourite, especially during the Lunar New Year. They are more than food - they are edible good fortune! Every fold and filling tell a story of connection, abundance, and luck. And now, it is your turn to create your own!
  
• Learn New Skills: Impress your friends and family with your new culinary talents.
• Build Connections: Expand your network and make new friends.

📅 Date: Friday, May 30, 2025
🕒 Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (please ensure you arrive on time)
📍 Location: Griffith University, Nathan Campus, 170 Kessels Rd, Nathan QLD 4111.


📝Tickets

This is a free event with only 30 spots available, so be sure to RSVP soon! 

🍽️ Your ticket includes (Thanks to our sponsor - Griffith University Tourism Confucius Institute):

• Dumpling-making ingredients, seasonings, tools

• A step-by-step guided dumpling workshop by an "expert dumpling-making chef"

• A delicious dumpling dinner

• Refreshing soft drinks

* Please let us know about any food allergies when you register by emailing it to vecenlia.wang@gmail.com (ACYPI Brisbane Chapter President)

Don’t miss this chance to roll up your sleeves, meet new people, and savour the magic of Chinese culinary tradition—one dumpling at a time. 

We can't wait to see you there!

About ACYPI

ACYPI is Australia's leading young professionals' platform in the Australia-China space that connects young professionals and entrepreneurs to opportunities encompassing Australia and China. We are the single largest young professional organisation in the Australia-China space. 

We are a 100% volunteer-led organisation that is independent, apolitical, and focused on connecting young professionals and entrepreneurs to opportunities in the Australia and China relationship.

Our Mission: Through events and initiatives, we aim to promote people-to-people exchange and cultivate cross-cultural literacy among young professionals in Australia and China to help their decision-making as future leaders across sectors.

CO-HOST & SPONSOR

Griffith University Tourism Confucius Institute

The Tourism Confucius Institute (TCI), the world’s first with a focus on tourism, promotes Chinese language and cultural understanding.

The TCI is the first and only Confucius Institute with an emphasis on tourism. In addition to promoting the learning of the Chinese language and culture at Griffith University and in the broader community, the TCI seeks to build and deepen links and collaborative opportunities between China and Australia in the field of tourism.