China

The question really is what type of oil is used in most Chinese cooking in China. Is it peanut oil--which is what I generally use at home--or is it some other type of oil? And would there be a di...

by Charles Yu 9 months ago

A short while back, I posted my experience with a super-sweet and juicy, individually packed, 'Chinese Orange' ( roughly translated as Ice crystal candy orange, bigger size one on top ), which I bo...

by Melanie Wong 2 years ago

"..French men and women spend over two hours a day (2 hours and 13 minutes) eating and drinking, double the time spent by Americans (1 hour and 2 minutes), the quickest eaters and drinkers in the O...

For shits and giggles lets predict

Here is the latest on all the cities in China: - Beijing Bib Gourmands: https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/california/article/news-and-views/michelin-guide-beijing-2020-bib-gourmand-restaurants -...

Given that Guangzhou is supposed to be the Cantonese food capital, there is surprisingly little discussion of it on these boards. Any recommendations? (I have trawled through the few threads tha...

I spent some time in Hong Kong and Macau in the middle of this year and while it was a little while ago now, I wanted to post a brief report as searching this board was helpful when picking venues....

2018 and 2019 both appear net losses of Stars. These restaurants lost all their stars, according to: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Michelin_starred_restaurants_in_Hong_Kong_and_Macau - 2...

Personally have been to Mandarin Grill and I think its underrated and punches way above its weight especially according to the standards of Michelin. Am tasked to organize a dinner for family visit...

I will be in Hong Kong for a week (last week of March). What should I not miss? Thanks!

The name of Alain Ducasse has been synonymous with luxurious French fine dining producing excellent service, having opulent dining room and using high-quality ingredients. The presence of his “flag...

by K K 3 years ago

Mulling on a trip next year, been going to Tokyo last 3 years so HK was always on the backburner. Open to trying new things, rather than keep going back to the same old good reliable places. ...

by PhilD 10 years ago

Amber in the Mandarin Hotels Landmark site deservedly holds 2 Michelin stars. A few months ago I debated with Charles Yu whether HK starred restaurants are as good as their European counterparts: I...

In Shanghai for a couple of days. Where is the best place to have Peking Duck here? I know there is an outlet of a famous Bejing restaurant here but don't know the name. HELP PLEASE!! Thanks!!

by Charles Yu 5 years ago

10.00 pm in the evening and the long line outside Fourseasons Claypot Rice is a reflection of the popularity of this iconic homey, comfort food. With various assortment of toppings to choose from, ...

Hi Im going to Hong Kong this weekend for 5 days. This our first time, just shopping and food. Could you please recommend us must eat restaurant in Hong Kong (just the typical hong kong food like d...

by PhilD 11 years ago

Our first grand meal in HK to celebrate my partners birthday: lunch at Caprice in the Four Seasons Hotel. There seem to be lots of posts asking which is the best restaurant in HK but few that give ...

Hi, Im going to HK & Macau this December and would like to try the Robuchon restaurant. Whats the different between L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon in HK and Robuchon a Galera in Macau? Which one is ...