Meet Julia and Reid, owners of The Dump Truck food cart, as they share the history of Chinese dumplings, and how the simple idea of meat in a wheat pocket has traveled around the world. Learn about The Dump Truck's creative and delicious dumpling-only menu, and see a demonstration of how to make and fold dumplings so you can make your own at home.
Talks are included with membership or admission, and no registration is required. Members of the garden receive 10% off meals at Cuisines of China restaurants during the month of June. Please note: The Dump Truck will offer a $1.00 discount in lieu of a 10% discount. (Please present your membership card at the restaurant to receive this offer; restrictions may apply by restaurant.)
Julia and Reid were living and working in Beijing when they met in 2007 and they were huge dumpling fans. Julia had developed a special connection to Mr. Ma, who owned a dumpling restaurant near her apartment. Julia grew so close with Mr. Ma that he showed her the secrets of making perfect dumplings. After moving to Portland in 2009, Julia missed dumplings so much she would make them for friends. Julia spent a year crafting unique dumpling and sauce creations. By the end of that first year, Reid and Julia decided to open a food cart to bring their dumplings to local Portlanders. The Dump Truck’s creations have been featured on Travel Channel’s “Food Paradise” and Cooking Channel's “Unique Eats” & “Eat Street."
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239 Northwest Everett Street, Portland, Oregon 97209
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Lan Su Chinese Garden
38 NW Davis St #260, Portland, OR 97209
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