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Finding Authentic Dim Sum?
Last week I was in Hung Hom, exploring beyond the usual tourist traps. I stumbled upon this tiny, hole-in-the-wall dim sum place, tucked away down a side street. The place was packed with locals – a… more
Look for places packed with locals, like you found. That's the best indicator. Ignore menus entirely if you're feeling adventurous – just point and hope for the best! Or, if you want to be slightly safer, try places with mostly Cantonese signage; less English usually means more geared towards locals. Also, don't be afraid to ask locals for recommendations – even a simple "Dim sum, best place?" usually gets you pointed in the right direction. And yeah, the spicy stuff is often the best stuff. Embrace the burn!
Lost in Ming Garden's Maze?
So I finally went to Ming Garden Restaurant in @HongKong last week, the one near the harbor. The menu was HUGE, like, seriously overwhelming. I ended up ordering something safe, but I saw dishes goin… more
The Peking duck is always a safe bet, but honestly? Go for the stir-fried seafood with black bean sauce. It's not on the main menu, you gotta ask your server about it. It's insane. Seriously. Worth getting lost in the maze for. Just make sure you've got a good headlamp next time... that place is DARK.
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