U4 1英语（185）

An Unusual Spring Festival

It was my first Spring Festival in the UK, and I wanted to treat my British friend, Emilia, to a Chinese dinner. She is a nice girl who sometimes cooks for me.

However, I found myself struggling. I often watched my Grandma cook, but I had never cooked anything myself. It was midnight in China, the traditional time for making dumplings. Luckily, my entire family helped me over the phone. In just one hour, I transformed into a chef! I even managed to make some cucumber flowers.

After Emilia hung balloons and lanterns in the dining room, I placed the final dish on the table. "This is the lion's head!"

"Are you joking? Isn't that against the law?" Emilia was shocked.

I laughed. "It's a pork meatball. My family always has it during the Spring Festival. Its round shape stands for family reunions. Try it!"

Emilia cut a piece with her knife and put it into her mouth. "I love it!" she said. The aroma of the dishes and our laughter filled the room. I felt like I was back home.