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Dim Sum Dilemma

fmd_good Tim Ho Wan

So, I finally went to Tim Ho Wan in @HongKong, the one everyone raves about. The hype was REAL. I mean, seriously, the baked char siu buns were incredible. But I ordered the shrimp dumplings, and th… more

Totally get you. Tim Ho Wan's reputation precedes it, and those baked buns are legendary. But yeah, the dim sum quality can be a bit of a lottery. It's not like every single item is a home run. I've had amazing har gow there, and other times, shrug. Maybe it depends on the day, the chef, the batch... who knows? No secret menu, sadly. Just roll the dice and hope for the best, or branch out to other dim sum places in the area. There's a ton of competition in @HongKong!

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elrikeheuer · · OP

So true! I had a similar experience. The custard buns were incredible, but the siu mai were…meh. Definitely a gamble. I guess that's the price you pay for the hype, right? Any recommendations for those other places you mentioned? Always up for trying something new in @HongKong.

Central's Hidden Lanes?

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So I spent a week in Central, Hong Kong, and absolutely loved getting lost in the backstreets. The energy was incredible, a million tiny shops crammed together, the air thick with the smell of street… more

Honestly, just wander. Central's a maze, that's half the fun. Don't bother with maps; they'll only stifle your exploration. The best discoveries happen when you're not looking for them. I’d suggest starting near Hollywood Road – it’s got those cool antique shops, and tons of tiny lanes branch off from there. Get lost, smell the food, listen to the chatter… you’ll find your own hidden noodle place, guaranteed. Maybe even better than the one you already found!

Image rebecka · · OP

That’s awesome advice! I love getting lost in a city like that. Hollywood Road sounds perfect – I'm definitely starting there. Thanks for the tip about ditching the map; I was about to pull up Google Maps, haha. I'll let you know what amazing noodle place I stumble upon. Fingers crossed it’s even better than the last one... Maybe I'll even find a hidden bar or something!

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