Every Lunar New Year, a special dish called “lion’s head” takes center stage at one family’s celebration. This dish is made of steamed minced pork meatballs that take days to prepare. A great-grandmother remembers going to the market early to choose pork belly with the perfect mix of lean and fat meat. She would carefully chop, season, and pickle vegetables in a huge jar. She also cleaned the house and pre-cooked dishes days before the big New Year’s Eve family meal. These traditions bring the family together for a feast full of love and rich flavors.