Customized my daily-use Waterman pen... #monainthewild #dumplingdiplomacy #thewritestuff

Penn Pride! Alumni from the 1950's to the present banded together to craft dumplings for the food insecure at @tonis.kitchen. Resplendent in their Penn gear, the @pennclub_metro_nj made excellent use of their excellent education in words, deeds, and dumplings 😄. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdayofservice

Save the date! #dumplingdiplomacy #lunarnewyear2025 #yearofthesnake

#dumplingdiplomacy #togetherwestand

#dumplingdiplomacy #vote2024

Third time's the most charming for Jacob and the Youth Group @congregationbethelnj. Famed for their creative dumpling shapes, they've crafted dumplings for themselves, for their community, and for the food insecure over the last year. Their dumplings are tasty and unique, proof yet again that beauty and substance can coexist. #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat .#kosherchinese

"Double D's!" by The Double D's One of a kind dumpling cards accompany each of the food packages to those in need. Groups and individuals are invited to contribute. Cards can picked up within Montclair or mailed. Info & mailing address: https://www.dumplingdiplomacy.com/dumpling-day-of-service... #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy

fight for our future #dumplingdiplomacy #harriswalz2024 #vote

"Untitled" by The Double D's One of a kind dumpling cards accompany each of the food packages to those in need. Groups and individuals are invited to contribute. More info at link in bio. #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy

One of a kind dumpling cards accompany each of the food packages to those in need. All are invited to contribute. More info at link in bio. #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy

Hairnets never looked so cool! In honor of Filipino American Month, this stylish bunch made siopao monggo (steamed buns with red bean paste) and siopao asada (steamed buns with pulled pork) for Dumpling Day of Service. These yummies were provided to the food insecure by @tonis.kitchen. After all, a stuffed bun is really just a giant dumpling... #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdayofservice #dumplingdiplomacy #filipinoamerican

#midautumnfestival #mooncake #hakksik #essexasiantable #dumplingdiplomacy

The kids (and parents) are all right. Gorgeous food made by gorgeous volunteers for our gorgeous neighbors. Register to volunteer at link in bio. #dumplingdayofservice @tonis.kitchen.

Join us for a brave and candid discussion of this much lauded / criticized work. Unlike most of our book club sessions, please read the book before you come :). High / low cucina povera snacks will be served. Part of the Montclair Public Library Community Read. And thanks to MPL, we have 8 copies of the book available to any registrant who needs one! Info ®gistration at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #chaatandchat #communityread #whogetstotellourstories

Thanks to a generous gift from El Club del Sabor, the Spanish club @metuchenhighschool, we are launching "EL DÍA (Diplomacy In Action)" later in the year. This series of workshops will bring the larger neighborhood to some of our newest Montclair arrivals... in their own language. We look forward to working with Ms. Karin Flores and her students to provide eyes, skills, and heart into each other's communities. #dumplingdiplomacy #youdonthavetobeasian #teenpower #dumplingsforgood

Feeding the mind, body, & soul on Dumpling Day of Service @tonis.kitchen. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdayofservice #dumplingsforgood

Read article at link in bio! #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood

Join our dumpling card program from anywhere in the world... Info at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat #cardoftheweek #dumplingdayofservice

Join our dumpling card program from anywhere in the world... Info at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat #cardoftheweek

Info ®gistration at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdayofservice

Sending two of our culinary interns into the future. The writing on the plate should say "Congratulations!" instead of "Happy Birthday!" but you know what... it's a celebration for a year well spent just the same. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomats #futuresobright

Join our dumpling card program! Info at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat #cardoftheweek

Thanks to @slecmontclair for sponsoring Pride Dumplings! "Joyfully seeking and serving Christ." -- St. Luke's Episcopal Church #montclairprided2024 #pridedumplings #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood

Thank you to @tonis.kitchen for sponsoring Pride Dumplings. "Reliable access to healthy food for all." -- Toni's Kitchen #PrideDumplings #MontclairPride20204 #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood

Thank you to the @montclairwomensclub for sponsoring Pride Dumplings. "the Club [is] our third space—a safe and inspiring women’s place to meet friends, pursue projects or just dream. " -- Montclair Women's Club #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #MontclairPride2024

Thank you to @unioncongmtc for sponsoring Pride Dumplings! 4 types of dumplings, 4 dumpling booths, all at Montclair Pride on June 8th! "No matter where you are in life, you are welcome here" -- Union Congregational Church #pridedumplings #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #montclairpride2024

Because you count. Each and every one of us. 4 hours until polls close. #dumplingdiplomacy

Our "Blue, White, & Pink: Pride Within" dumpling workshop. In partnership with @outmontclair and made possible by the generosity of @unioncongmtc. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomat #montclairpride2024

#dumplingdiplomat #cardoftheweek #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood

First time dumpling maker, holding a tray with the first dumplings he's ever made. 😲 He swears they look that good because he's had vast experience eating dumplings. 😆 Join us for the last two sessions this week in partnership with @outmontclair and held at @unioncongmtc . Sign up and info at link in bio. 📸: @jemstoriestoday #MontclairPride2024 #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat

Volunteer for our Pride Dumplings Fundraiser benefitting Out Montclair at Montclair Pride 2024! Info & signup at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomat #pridedumplings #montclairpride2024

The Colors of Pride Join us for the final two dumpling seasons in partnership with @outmontclair. SIGNUP at link in bio. Photos: @jemstoriestoday #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat #MontclairPride2024

In good company at the 4th Annual Montclair Disability Pride Parade. Photo by: @take_back_the_kitchen

Join our dumpling card program! Info at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat #cardoftheweek

Join us! Everyone is welcome. Dumpling making sessions are free but registration is required. Reel by "J" SIGNUP at link in bio. #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy #MontclairPride2024

#dumplingdiplomat #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy

Joy at Dumpling Day of Service, Mother's Day Edition! Along with the usual savory dumplings, our talented volunteers crafted mochi kisses filled with chocolate ganache and cookie butter. Service in honor of all mothers, paying it forward for the food insecure @tonis.kitchen. #dumplingdayofservice #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat

More sessions added... We're partnering with @outmontclair to make & taste dumplings for Montclair Pride 2024! All levels welcome. Experienced makers will be paired with novices. Although each session is geared towards a different LGBTQ+ group, ALL are welcome at these community building events. Let's surround each other with pride, love, & support. Registration required. Sign up at link in bio. Special thanks to @unioncongmtc for their generous sponsorship. #MontclairPride2024 #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy

We're partnering with @outmontclair to make & taste dumplings for Montclair Pride 2024! All levels welcome. Experienced makers will be paired with novices. Although each session is geared towards a different LGBTQ+ group, ALL are welcome at these community building events. Let's surround each other with pride, love, & support. Registration required. Sign up at link in bio. Special thanks to @unioncongmtc for their generous sponsorship. #MontclairPride2024 #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy

Sign up to Walk/Roll with Dumpling Diplomacy! Info ®gistration at link in bio. #disabilityprideparade #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy

Culture handed down from mother to daughter, gifted to the community. Ella & Chrissy, and our interns from @essexcountyschoolsoftechnology hand made over 100 beef samosas for our Pay It Forward Cafe. Forsaking pre-made wrappers, they rolled out house made dough, stuffed each pastry, and put a firm seal on each before frying them to golden brown deliciousness. Oh, while they were there, they shared their family recipe for 100 portions of sambar. All in (just part of) a day. #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy #thepayitforwardcafe #samosas #sambar

We will make and taste dumplings for Montclair Pride 2024! Experienced makers will be paired with novices. All are invited to participate as their authentic selves. Special thanks to @unioncongmtc for their generous sponsorship. Info & signups at link in bio. #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy #prideday2024

This once-a-month popup invites the community to share a free meal. We ask that this kindness received be paid forward. With a smile, by being kind to yourself, by volunteering, or by making a tax-deductible donation to The Montclair Salvation Army. Place an online order in advance to eat in or for pickup during café hours. Or just come in and join us for lunch! All are invited to participate as their authentic selves. Order by: Wed, 5/8/24 11:59pm Cafe hours: Thu, 5/9/24 Noon - 3pm THE MENU All food is made or baked on the premises. Soups Chicken noodle soup with vegetables Vegan sambar Sides Beef samosas Parmesan spinach dumplings Rice Info & advance orders at link in bio. #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy #thepayitforwardcafe

The Super Noodle Bowl Fundraiser benefitting @montclairsalvationarmy is this Saturday from 4pm - 7pm. Skip the line, order online! Info & tickets at link in bio. Reel by "J". #montclaireats #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy #montclairliteraryfestival

Ticketing is open! Place orders at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #benefitcorporation #montclaireats #montclairliteraryfestival

Volunteers of all stripes needed for this epic event. Info & signup at link in bio. #dumplingdiplmacy #dumplingsforgood #thesupernoodlebowl #fundraiser #montclaireats

A bounty of freshly harvested bok choy waiting for its next act: dumpling filling! Sustainably grown at the Our Lady of Mount St. Carmel community garden by the @neearthcoalition. Graciously donated by @jose_german_gomez . Produce doesn't get more local!

And we love the @pennclub_metro_nj. Eight of these talented @uofpenn alumni hit max velocity of 1 dumpling made / person / minute or 60/hour. For benchmarking purposes, the highest standard for professional dumpling makers is less than 100/hr. Impressive for a group of mostly first timers. Their lovely dumplings were donated to the food insecure @tonis.kitchen. ♥️ Photos: Ommer Khaw #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdayofservice

It's back! The Super Noodle Bowl on 5/4/2024, 2 blocks from The Montclair Literary Festival. Food for the body and the mind. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #montclairliteraryfestival

Meet Sequoiah, the woman with the golden handwriting, putting her excellent penmanship to work for the menu of The Pay It Forward Cafe. Join us Thursday, 5/9 when our menu features house made samosas and sambar. Save the date! More info coming soon. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #thepayitforwardcafe

Order at link in bio. Perhaps you're seeing this on Thursday, 4/11? Well, just come on by! #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #thepayitforwardcafe

Take me to your leader... wait, that's these two. Chris & Alexis, graduating seniors at @essexcountyschoolsoftechnology led "Apprender a Hacer Empanadas Chinas," our first Spanish language dumpling workshop for some of our new arrivals. It took a community to demonstrate community to our guests, many of them high school students & guardians. Tell me what community looks like. This is what community looks like: @tonis.kitchen , @metuchenhighschool , @reachingoutmontclair1 , @montclairnjgov , @marcia_celebrant , @neearthcoalition , @zufallhealthcenter . #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood

#dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat #cardoftheweek

We are humbled that Jacob chose to work with Dumpling Diplomacy as his bar mitzvah project. He created quirky clips for our community events, gifting us the power of his heart & voice. Join us! There's a place for you. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat #barmitzvah

Join us for a family friendly game of mah jong, ping pong, plus... Learn how to play or participate as a pro. Free onsite parking. For this edition, we're doubling down on our theme by introducing Board Games ... for food! Purchase snack/ dinner tickets for yourself and / or for The Board. Board tickets can be redeemed by anyone who could use them. Advance ticket purchase required. Info & tickets at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #mahjongpong #essexasiantable

#dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat

This once-a-month popup invites the community to share a free meal. We ask that this kindness received be paid forward. With a smile, by being kind to yourself, by volunteering, or by making a tax-deductible donation to The Montclair Salvation Army. Place an online order in advance to eat in or for pickup during café hours. Or just come in and join us for lunch! All are invited to participate as their authentic selves. Order by: Wed, 4/10/24 11:59pm Cafe hours: Thu, 4/11/24 Noon - 3pm THE MENU All food is made or baked on the premises. Soups Chicken noodle soup with vegetables Vegan white bean and kale soup Sides Vegan sticky rice dumplings Jasmine rice Fresh baked bread rolls Info at link in bio or swipe left for QR code. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood

En español. Registro previo obligatorio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood

Join us for a screening of "Nailed It," a cheeky documentary on how Vietnamese Americans came to dominate this $7.5 billion dollar industry. Presented by @montclairpubliclibrary and @vietnameseboatpeople Dumpling Diplomacy will be creating hearty nail salon eats that will add taste, touch, and smell to the documentary's sights and sounds. Info and tickets at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #montclairreads

Jewel box mochis created by the 7th graders and 8th graders of @glenfieldmiddleschool for the guests of @montclairsalvationarmy and @montclairinnmsha . 📸: pretty mochis in little boxes 📸: creating new flavors 📸: progress shot 📸: dumpling card - contemporary 📸: dumpling card - traditional 📸: the green monster 📸: one of a kind, each & every one of them 📸: classic beauties 📸: ms. macaluso 🙂 #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood

Going into the vault... 2,000 dumplings made by @gsheartofnj for The Dumpling Diplomacy Super Noodle Fundraiser benefitting The Montclair Salvation Army. Info & tickets at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood

⚾Yankees Baseball Home Game Tickets donated by @yankees Start bidding! tinyurl.com/super-noodle-silent-auction In support of The Super Noodle Bowl Fundraiser. Additional info at link in our bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #silentauction

Treat yourself to 7 dumplings and your choice of noodles made by Dumpling Diplomacy volunteers. Menu available at the ticket link in bio or swipe left for QR code. Individual items subject to availability. First come, first served. Proceeds benefit The Montclair Salvation Army. All are welcome to participate as their authentic selves. #fundraiser #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood

#monainthewild #cardoftheweek #dumplingdiplomat #dumplingdiplomacy

Order in advance at the link in our bio. Perhaps you're seeing this on 3/14? Well, just come on in from Noon - 3pm. All are invited to participate as their authentic selves. #payitforwardcafe #dumplingdiplomacy #foodinsecurity #dumplingsforgood

Lovely ladies... @tonis.kitchen! #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat #dumplingdayofservice #dumplingsforgood

#monainthewild #cardoftheweek #dumplingdiplomat #dumplingdiplomacy

Online ordering coming soon! In the meantime, sign up to volunteer at the link in our bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #fundraiser #noodles #montclaireats

Advance registration required. All tickets include a snack. Ages 5 and under include a small snack. Dinner available for purchase. Snacks: pan fried soup dumplings, Cantonese custard tarts Dinner: soy sauce chicken with vegetables over jasmine rice Tickets at link in bio or at dumplingdiplomacy.com 🎥: by "J' #dumplingdiplomacy #mahjongpong #essexasiantable

#monainthewild #cardoftheweek #dumplingdiplomat #dumplingdiplomacy

Join us for a family friendly game of mah jong or ping pong. Learn how to play or participate as a pro. Advance ticket purchase required. Swipe left for QR code or view link in bio for tickets. #dumplingdiplomacy #mahjong #pingpong #mahjongpong

Celebrate Pi Day with our Chicken Pot Pie Soup and Apple Hand Pies... both made from scratch. All are invited to participate as their authentic selves at the @montclairsalvationarmy. Scan QR code or visit link in bio for more info. 📸: the math symbol of honor 📸: QR code for more info #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #lunarnewyear #payitforwardcafe #payitforward

The musical

Mochi dumplings made by 8th grade Dumpling Diplomats at @glenfieldmiddleschool for the food insecure at @tonis.kitchen. 📸: Lana's contribution #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomat

#monainthewild #cardoftheweek #dumplingdiplomat #dumplingdiplomacy

Bradford Elementary School 4th & 5th graders were challenged to make enough dumplings for their entire school. Mission accomplished. 📸: a small portion of their 880 dumpling response. #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdiplomacy

Ube mochi siu mai filled with chocolate fudge by @montclairwomensclub. A portion of their creations were donated to the seniors at the @montclairinnmsha. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdiplomat #dumplingsforgood #ube #mochi

A triple birthday dumpling celebration for three generations of a Montclair family. 📸: joy 📸: beauty 📸: abundance #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingjoy #family #happybirthdays

#monainthewild #cardoftheweek #dumplingdiplomat #dumplingdiplomacy

💝 #dumplingdiplomacy #loveconquers #valentinesday2024

#mona.in.the.wild #cardoftheweek #dumplingdiplomat #dumplingdiplomacy

Without our culinary interns from @donaldpayneschooloftechnology, there would be no food at our Pay It Forward Cafe. View news clip from WMBC at link in our bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #payitforwardcafe #dumplingsforgood

A brief, selective intro to the Lunar New Year...with a cameo 🙂. Go to link in bio to view! #dumplingdiplomacy #lunarnewyear #dumplingsforgood #chinesenewyear #yearofthedragon

Our Pay It Forward Cafe is on the news! View link in bio for the NYC WPIX 11 news clip. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #payitforwardcafe #themontclairsalvationarmy

Our first Mah Jong Pong in pictures (and a single video). 📸: 3 time champion, first time player 📸: the thrill of victory 📸: pro level teachers with diagrams 🎥: ping pong in real time 📸: zen & the art of making mochi munchkins Special thanks to Ana, @jemstoriestoday, & @linda.kow! #mahjongpong #EssexAsianTable #dumplingdiplomacy

Join us for a family friendly game of mah jong or ping pong. Learn how to play or participate as a pro. Swipe left for QR code or view link in bio for tickets. #dumplingdiplomacy #mahjong #pingpong #mahjongpong

Interested in joining our Dumpling Diplomacy Card initiative? More info at link in bio. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #cardoftheweek #monainthewild

Cards for Dumpling Day of Service @tonis.kitchen by Girl Scout Troop 20058! BTW, who's Fred 🙂? #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdayofservice #dumplingdiplomacy #GIRLPOWER #girlscouts

Come one, come all for a special lunar new year menu featuring golden fried rice, success soup, and vegetarian dumplings! All are invited to participate as their authentic selves at the @montclairsalvationarmy. Swipe left for QR code or visit link in bio for more info. 📸: lunar new year success soup 📸: QR code for more info #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #lunarnewyear #payitforwardcafe #payitforward

Dumpling Anya Forger by starlight from Metuchen High School. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #cardoftheweek

A book tote with straps long enough to actually stay on your shoulder. #dumplingdiplomacy #themonatote #themona

Cheering each other on for Dumpling Day of Service at @tonis.kitchen! Warm vibes on a frosty day, focused QA to ensure the best possible dumplings, the privilege of providing for the food insecure. We are grateful for all. #dumplingsforgood #dumplingdayofservice #foodinsecurity #dumplingdiplomacy

The Renoir dumpling (action shot) by the BengalArts of Bloomfield Middle School #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingdayofservice #MonaInTheWild

Donations are credited to The Pay It Forward Cafe and used to support The Salvation Army's programs and services. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #payitforwardcafe

#dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #payitforwardcafe #montclaireats

Dive in and join us for a complimentary bowl of hot soup. #dumplingdiplomacy #dumplingsforgood #payitforwardcafe