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Chengdu Part 4: Face to Face with the Giant Buddha of Leshan & Local Eats

14 Comments / June 4, 2025 / Beef, Chengdu, Chicken, Chinese Food, Duck, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Offal, Roasted/Grilled, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

World’s Largest Stone Buddha High above the roaring confluence of three mighty rivers—Min River (岷江 Min Jiang), Qingyi River (青衣江 Qingyi Jiang), and Dadu River (大渡河 Dadu He)—sits the planet’s largest stone-carved seated Buddha🎬. Officially named Jiazhou Lingyun Temple Giant Maitreya Stone Statue (嘉州凌云寺大弥勒石像), and also known as Lingyun Giant Buddha (凌云大佛) or Maitreya Statue (弥勒大像), […]

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Chengdu Part 3 – Three Kingdoms Legends, Kung Fu Tea, Ancient Streets & Hotpot Tips

23 Comments / May 21, 2025 / Beef, Chengdu, Chinese Food, Dessert, Fish, Hotpot, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Seafood, Spicy, Vegetables

After the trip to the misty heights of Qingcheng Mountain and the glowing “blue tears” of Dujiangyan, we decided to slow things down and explore within Chengdu’s city limits this time. Yes, Chengdu isn’t just pandas and mountains—this city has a long and rich history, especially when it comes to the legendary Three Kingdoms period

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Big Flavors, Humble Prices: Sichuan & Cantonese Classics at YICHI Asian Restaurant

16 Comments / May 17, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Duck, Frankfurt, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

We’ve just discovered a new go-to spot for authentic Chinese cuisines that we can’t wait to share with you. Open for only a few months, it has become a new obsession for many locals, turning from first-time diners into regulars with only a few visits. This sleek yet welcoming spot offers spacious seating— for couples, small

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Gyoza Bar: A Cozy Eatery for Honest Chinese Comfort Food in Munich

4 Comments / April 26, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Dessert, Dumplings, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Today let us introduce you to our latest find in Munich – a humble spot where we had one of our best-value Chinese meals in a long time: Gyoza Bar. Hidden in the center of this pricey city, Gyoza Bar is quietly serving up hearty, no-fuss Chinese food. This place doesn’t have novel-length menu, but

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Dein Stübchen (邻家食堂): A Warm, Homely Taste of Fujian and Taiwanese Cuisine

2 Comments / April 5, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Fish, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Located in a quiet, tidy neighborhood, Dein Stübchen is a newly opened, family-run Chinese restaurant with a homey atmosphere. The wooden chairs are thoughtfully designed — they gently adjust as you lean back, so you can settle in comfortably. The space is cozy, with a warm setting for an unhurried meal, just like dining at

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Century China Restaurant 好百年中餐厅: A New Hidden Spot for Authentic Cantonese Flavors

2 Comments / March 8, 2025 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Dim Sum, Duck, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Snails, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Today we’d like to take you to a newly opened Chinese restaurant that evokes warmth and nostalgia of Hong Kong. Specializing in Cantonese/Hong Kong-style cuisine, the dining space is bright and spacious, with charming décor that pays tribute to old Hong Kong – vintage vinyl records and classic movie posters and photographs. For many, these

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XiaoLongKan: Bringing Sichuan’s Iconic Hot Pot to Frankfurt

1 Comment / February 22, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Frankfurt, Hotpot, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Today, we’d like to introduce you to a restaurant that many of you might already know: XiaoLongKan, a well-known hot pot chain originating from Sichuan, China. The restaurant’s classic Chinese wooden furniture is beautifully crafted from dark, polished wood. On the walls, you’ll find traditional Chinese paintings of natural landscapes and historical figures astride horses.

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Tibet Dawa Momo: A Taste of Tibetan Warmth and Flavor in Frankfurt

2 Comments / February 1, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Tibetan Food, Tofu, Vegetables

Nestled in a quiet corner of Berger Street, this newly opened Tibetan restaurant is a real hidden gem. It’s run by a warm and welcoming Tibetan couple who have called Germany home for over a decade. They often chat to each other in their native Tibetan language, which somehow adds an intimate and heartwarming touch

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From Rare Dishes to Classic Chinese Flavors: Ming Garden (名居) is Perfect for Solo Meals or Group Feasts

1 Comment / January 18, 2025 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Duck, Fish, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

(A LITTLE UPDATE: THIS PLACE HAS BEEN REBORN, WITH THE SAME OWNER NOW SERVING UP DELICIOUS MALATANG.) Today, we’d like to introduce you to Ming Garden (名居), a Chinese restaurant that’s quickly built a loyal customer base in Frankfurt, despite being relatively new. Conveniently located just a five-minute walk from the Dom Römer subway station,

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Dim Sum House: Timeless Flavors of Hong Kong Come Alive in Frankfurt

4 Comments / December 14, 2024 / Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Fish, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Seafood, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

There’s something magical about dim sum— it’s comfort, flavor, and nostalgia served in steaming baskets. This little restaurant Dim Sum House offers the exact flavors that remind us of the bustling old streets of Hong Kong, where narrow alleyways lead to hidden popular stands filled with the aroma of freshly steamed dim sum and bubbling

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Author name: 玖伊岚 - Jiu Yi Lan