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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

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annarosepitz ·

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.

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genia · #exploration

Hung Hom's Hidden Lanes?

fmd_good Hung Hom

So I'm heading to Hung Hom next week, staying near the waterfront. I've read about the amazing street food scene but also saw some mention of these tiny, almost secret alleyways tucked away behind th… more

Image monja ·

Yeah, Hung Hom's got some cool little side streets. Definitely worth a wander during the day – you'll find some great local eateries tucked away that you wouldn't see from the main roads. Think tiny dai pai dongs, maybe some old-school noodle shops. At night...it depends. Some areas are fine, others feel a little more…sketchy. I wouldn't go exploring too far off the beaten path after dark, especially if you're alone. Stick to the more populated alleyways near the waterfront and you should be alright. You'll probably find more interesting food than "hidden gems" – authentic is the keyword there! It's less about finding some secret speakeasy and more about stumbling on places that have been feeding the locals for decades. Just use your common sense and don't be afraid to turn back if something feels off.

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