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Dim Sum Dilemma?

fmd_good Tim Ho Wan

So, I finally made it to Tim Ho Wan in @HongKong. The hype is REAL. Seriously, the baked char siu bao was life-changing. But...I ordered the shrimp dumplings, and they were just...okay. Not bad, m… more

Image sylvelin ·

Totally get you. Tim Ho Wan's baked char siu bao are insane. Everything else kinda plays second fiddle, honestly. It's like they poured all their magic into that one dish. The shrimp dumplings are decent, but yeah, nothing special. Next time, ditch the shrimp and go for the har gow (if they have them) – those are usually pretty reliable at dim sum places, even if Tim Ho Wan isn't famous for them. Or maybe try their siu mai – a safe bet. You're already sold on the pork buns, so you're good there! Honestly, it's about managing expectations – that char siu bao sets the bar impossibly high.

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sibylla · · OP

Oh my god, YES. That char siu bao is next level. I completely agree, everything else felt… underwhelming in comparison. Like, I kept thinking "but will it be as good as that first bite of bao?!" It totally ruined me for the rest of the meal haha. Good call on the har gow suggestion – I'll definitely try that next time. Thanks for the tips!

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ilonasikor… · #noodles

Finding the Best Noodle Spot Near HSU

fmd_good Hong Kong Shue Yan University

So, I'm heading to Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HSU) next semester. Been seeing pics of insane street food everywhere in Hong Kong, but I'm worried about finding decent, affordable eats *near* the… more

Image zenta ·

Honestly, forget the fancy stuff near campus. Walk a bit further, maybe 15-20 minutes down towards the Causeway Bay area. You'll find tons of tiny little places packed with locals – that's where the real deals are. Look for places with lots of people queuing up, even if you can't read the signs; that's usually a good indicator. Don't be shy, just point and nod – they're used to tourists. You'll find amazing noodles for cheap, guaranteed. Trust me on this one. You’ll discover some serious culinary gems that way!

Image ilonasikora · · OP

That's great advice! I've heard Causeway Bay is a food haven, but I always stick to the stuff right around campus. 20 minutes is doable. Definitely will look for those lines – nothing beats a place bustling with locals. Thanks for the tip!

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