When: Thursday 12th March 2026, from 6.45pm till 8.15pm
Where: My Neighbours the Dumplings, Victoria Park E9 7HD
What: Learn the basics of Crochet and make a crochet dumpling to take away; enjoy a fantastical bespoke welcome cocktail on arrival and a plate of dumplings to snack and sip whilst you stitch!
Crochet by Yiru
Catch the last glow of Chinese New Year and make dumplings in a different way — with yarn. Join us and wrap dumplings with thread instead of dough, inspired by Chinese traditions of food, drink, craft, and togetherness.
What we’ll do:
– Learn the basics of crochet with Yiru and create simple shapes like circles or squares.
– Everyone learns at their own rhythm — crochet takes time, and that’s part of the beauty.
– We’ve prepared pre-made crochet dumpling skins and fortune cookies for you to stitch and fill, so you’ll leave with your own yarn dumpling or fortune cookie (and yes, it can become a keychain).
Beginner-friendly, no pressure — just slow hands, warm vibes and a playful way to experience Chinese culture through making.
Included in the ticket price are two welcome Amuse-Bouches that will blow your mind! and a plate of dumplings of your choice. There will also be a bespoke cocktail menu for the rest of the evening which can be ordered as you like.
Cocktails by Cyan Wong
Welcome Amuse-Bouches and Mar-Tiny Pairings
Welcome Sips (Reimagined)
• Noodle in broth. A sweet and savoury interplay of mushroom and chocolate
• Rice Martini with marbled tea egg, brined silver onion (VO available)
Mar-Tiny Pairings
Refined, precisely chilled. Served in perfect proportion available throughout the evening:
* Tomato Sichuan
A savoury martini layered with tomato, celery, Sichuan spice and dry sherry.
* Bam Bamboo
Bamboo leaf–infused Fenjiu baijiu (Zhu Ye Qing) lifted with fino and vermouth blend.
* Savoury Rice Martini
Silken rice-washed Fenjiu baijiu(classic)with subtle umami depth.
Sip, stitch and snack with this eclectic mix of cocktails and crochet - a unique way to round off the Lunar New Year! We can't wait!
