The Cultural Mystery and Charm of Chinese Fortune Cookies

The Chinese Fortune Cookie.
~ How did it come to US?
~ By way of legend, history, tradition?
~ Is it Chinese or American?

What If It All Works Out ?Fortune Cookie

Whether the tradition is Chinese or American, the fact is we can all write our own fortunes, AND we can make our own fortune cookies and enhance this wonderful tradition by adding our own personal touch.

The next time you have a party, consider giving out homemade fortune cookies as party favors. Your guests will love them! This Sunbeam kitchen accessory is easy to use and easy to clean. It comes with a fortune cookie recipe, makes two cookies at a time, and translates into family fun because adults and children can participate in the fortune cookie adventure!

Need a sample fortune to place inside your cookie? Use this one my daughter wrote for me. I’m sure it’s a prediction that can be applied to almost everybody!

• You are not afraid of what the future has in store for you. Go forth!

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Chinese Fortune Cookies as American as Apple Pie

The Chinese fortune cookies are not an Asian invention, but rather an American one.  A conclusion based on my extensive research of Chinese history, tradition, and culture (i.e., watching a lot of kung fu movies).  There was a story circulated about rebels in the 13th or 14th century, using them to pass secret messages to each other about their war plans to overthrow the Mongols. Pure fiction. But you must admit thatthe  plot sure has the makings of an epic saga.

Alas!  The truth is the Chinese fortune cookie is as American as apple pie, and they make great party favors.  


Would you like to make your own homemade fortune cookies?  


Well, you can!

This Sunbeam kitchen accessory is a must-have.

Content originally published at Daily Two Cents on April 30, 2014.

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Planning a Party? Give a Memorable Party Favor

In the USA, we have a practice at parties. We give what's called party favors to the guests.

* A party favor is a small gift given to the guests at the occasion. The host (person throwing the party) gives it to the guests as a token or a souvenir to take home with them, a gesture of thanks for their attendance, and a keepsake or memory of the event.

If you have this custom, what kind of party favors have you given away OR what particular party favor do you remember receiving?

I can't remember as it's been a while since I've been to a party; for myself or to take one of my kids. But I do know that I've never been to a party where one of the party favors was a fortune cookie.

If I can make a recommendation.

The next time you throw a social gathering, consider giving out fortune cookies. Homemade, ready-made or custom made. 

Most people like to read their fortune. Even if they don't believe it, it's amusing and fun. If by coincidence the fortune comes true, they will always remember where they got the cookie!! 

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