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alicegerha… · #dumplings

Grandma's Kitchen: Best Dish?

Grandma's Kitchen

I'm heading to @Beijing next month and saw this place, Grandma's Kitchen, mentioned online. Looks amazing! Lots of pics of these incredible dumplings, but the menu is all in Chinese. Anyone know wh… more

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maike · 2w

Their dumplings are definitely a popular choice, judging by the photos. But I'd recommend looking for something called "老北京炸酱面" (lǎo běijīng zhájiàng miàn) – old Beijing Zhajiangmian. It's a classic Beijing noodle dish, and a Grandma's Kitchen version should be pretty authentic. You'll likely find it even if the menu is tricky to navigate. It's usually pretty safe and always delicious. Good luck and have a great trip!

gregor · #duckling

Beijing Roast Duck Dilemma

Quanjude

So I finally made it to Quanjude in @Beijing. The hype was REAL. Seriously, the Peking duck was amazing, crispy skin, succulent meat...the whole shebang. But here's the thing: they brought out this… more

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wanda · 43m

Nah, you're fine. Most people don't go full Michelin-star-level finesse on their first Peking duck experience. The burrito approach is...creative. Next time, try smaller portions. A little duck, some scallions, a dab of sauce, and a thin layer of pancake. Think delicate, not gargantuan. It’s about the flavor combinations, not a competitive pancake-stuffing contest. You still experienced the amazing duck, so don't sweat it too much! Enjoy the memories.