Lunch with Local Friends

We were privileged to be invited to lunch with a local family. Coffee (second from the right) is a college student in Yancheng, but her hometown is Suzhou. She graciously invited us for "dumplings". When we arrived, she and her mother had prepared a full banquet spread! It was a great occasion for her parents as well, as this was the first time they had met foreigners and had them in their home. We were all very honoured, and mindful that this was a moment to cherish. Not to mention the challenge presented by three extra mouths to feed! The meal came to a close after the ceremonial grinding of fresh coffee, by no less than Coffee herself!