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Fiery, spicy, authentic: Xiang Restaurant Brings Hunan Cuisine to Munich

Leave a Comment / October 2, 2024 / Chinese Food, Duck, Fish, Munich, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Vegetables

We continue our culinary journey through Munich. Today we’re visiting the Xiang Restaurant, which is just a stone’s throw away from the Theresienwiese. The restaurant’s motto is: “The beauty of food is that it makes a little flower of happiness bloom in our hearts” (in Chinese: 美食的魅力就在于让人的心中开出一朵幸福的小花). This quote comes from a popular Chinese documentary […]

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Unleash the Fiery Flavors of Sanku-Maotsai: Authentic Sichuan Maocai in Frankfurt

Leave a Comment / August 14, 2024 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Duck, Fish, Frankfurt, Frog Legs, Hotpot, Lamb, Noodles, Offal, Pork, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Tofu, Vegetables

Contrary to what the name might suggest, the restaurant Sanku-Maotsai, located just a few minutes’ walk from Frankfurt main station, is not about Maotai or Moutai – a type of baijiu, a traditional Chinese liquor or schnapps. Instead, the name refers to a popular authentic Chinese dish called Maocai (冒菜) from Sichuan Province, known for

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China Haus: Homestyle Authentic Sichuan Flavors in Frankfurt

1 Comment / July 13, 2024 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Fish, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Seafood, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Tofu, Vegetables

Here’s to something new at China Haus 小食代 in Frankfurt! Some time ago we introduced the delicious lamb pot (羊肉锅, Yang Rou Guo) from this restaurant. The combination of tender lamb and a tasty broth makes this dish so special and gives us a feeling of warmth and comfort, especially on cold, grey winter days.

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Huangshan Day 3: Enchanting Emerald Valley & Nutritious Mountain Cuisine

July 11, 2024 / Chicken, Chinese Food, Fish, Huangshan, Mild and Soothing, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Tofu, Vegetables

In our latest update from our journey through the stunning mountainous region of Huangshan in China’s Anhui Province, we’re delighted to introduce you to the enchanting Emerald Valley before we dive into the culinary highlight of our (food) trip. The Emerald Valley Scenic Area (翡翠谷风景区) in Huangshan is a picturesque nature reserve located in the

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Ultimate Guide to Authentic Malatang Dining in Frankfurt’s City Center

Leave a Comment / June 29, 2024 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Fish, Frankfurt, Hotpot, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Offal, Pork, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Tofu, Vegetables

Today I’d like to introduce you to 香香麻辣烫 XiangXiang Malatang (Spicy Hotpot), a restaurant that has been a favourite of both Asians and locals in Frankfurt for years. Conveniently located in the heart of Frankfurt’s city centre, close to the Römer square in the old town, this place specialises in malatang, a popular dish from

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Huangshan Day 1: Majestic Peaks & Authentic Mountain Cuisine

Leave a Comment / May 22, 2024 / Chinese Food, Fish, Huangshan, Pork, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Tofu, Vegetables

It’s off to China again – this time to the picturesque mountainous region of Huangshan. Just a few hours by train from the bustling metropolises of Shanghai, Wuhan, Nanjing or Beijing, it’s the perfect place for a weekend getaway. If you’re heading to one of these cities and are looking for inspiration, a trip to

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Indulge in an authentic Chinese feast: Gourmet City’s Buffet Delights in Frankfurt

Leave a Comment / April 10, 2024 / Barbecue, Beef, Buffet, Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Fish, Frankfurt, Hotpot, Lamb, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Vegetables

Many Chinese restaurants in Germany adapt their menus to local tastes and preferences. This often means oversized portions of meat, very few exotic spices, a lack of clear culinary direction (mixing different Asian cuisines), and, above all, an abundant use of MSG. This trend is particularly evident in a classic Chinese-Asian restaurant concept in Germany

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Enchanting Shanghai: Rediscovering the City and it’s Culinary Secrets After 5 Years Abroad

Leave a Comment / February 3, 2024 / Beef, Chinese Food, Fish, Noodles, Offal, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Shanghai, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Vegetables

Shanghai – the city where I had the pleasure to spend wonderful years – still fascinates me after many years. A leisurely stroll along the picturesque tree-lined avenues in the French Concession, the hustle and bustle in the subways, and the impressive atmosphere in Pudong are still vivid in my memory. Now, after 5 years

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A Taste of Haidilao Amidst European-Themed Shopping Splendor

Leave a Comment / October 29, 2023 / Beef, Chinese Food, Fish, Frog Legs, Hotpot, Lamb, Noodles, Offal, Spicy, Tofu, Vegetables, Wuhan

Another day in Wuhan and another amazing food adventure! This time we head to the Optics Valley on the east side of Wuhan, visit a stunning European themed shopping street and end the day with a feast at one of the world’s most famous hotpot restaurants – Haidilao. The East Lake High-Tech Development Zone, or

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