Marc Ferris

Palace Dumpling in Wappingers Falls has risen to legendary status over the past 14 years for the handmade dumplings and from-scratch northern Chinese fare. In February, they debuted a second location in Poughkeepsie in a sprawling new strip mall. Over 30 assortments of dumplings are kneaded, rolled, filled, and shaped daily, alongside a variety of other made-to-order dishes and housemade sauces.