Jason King
AmyHuangKicking up a dumpling storm in Sydney: Din Tai Fung
May 9th 2008 01:21
I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw the advertisement inside my mum's daily chinese newspaper. I can't read the newspaper, but when I see the logo of my favourite restaurant we visited when we were in Taiwan last year, I recognised it instantly.
Din Tai Fung, originally from Taiwan with a small scale cafe style dumpling restaurant in the back streets of Taipei, have since expanded into an international sensation since its first opening in 1958.
The New York Times delivered a praising review in 1993: Top-Notch Tables; Taipei, Taiwan
What is it about Din Tai Fung that makes it so unique? I mean - everywhere you go you get dumplings right?
What Din Tai Fung is delivering, are dumplings that are crafted individually. I mean, crafted. Visiting the main store in Taipei was an eye opener. Each dumpling is made with such dedication and extreme discipline. Each sheet of pastry is the same size and thickness; each roll of filling are weighed and controlled; and the quality carefully controlled.
You can even have a peek into the kitchen to see these dumpling artists at work.
This means when we get our dishes on the table, they are made to perfection.
When I was in Taipei, I waited for an hour and a bit to have a taste of these dumplings. This shows how popular the dumplings really are. (And how much I am willing to wait for good food) Thankfully, the Sydney branch, as it has only recently opened, is not so busy yet so it's the perfect time for you to visit to get a taste of great dumplings.
Highly recommended are dumplings with seafood flavours. I personally think these are even better than the original ones they serve in Taipei - naturally, we have better seafood in Australia.
Besides dumplings, there are also other delicious dishes such as fried noodles and pancakes and brilliant desserts on offer.
Din Tai Fung is ready to stir up a dumpling storm in Sydney.
Din Tai Fung Sydney
Shop 11. 04 Level 1
World Square Shopping Centre
644 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
(02) 9264 6010
Din Tai Fung, originally from Taiwan with a small scale cafe style dumpling restaurant in the back streets of Taipei, have since expanded into an international sensation since its first opening in 1958.
The New York Times delivered a praising review in 1993: Top-Notch Tables; Taipei, Taiwan
What is it about Din Tai Fung that makes it so unique? I mean - everywhere you go you get dumplings right?
What Din Tai Fung is delivering, are dumplings that are crafted individually. I mean, crafted. Visiting the main store in Taipei was an eye opener. Each dumpling is made with such dedication and extreme discipline. Each sheet of pastry is the same size and thickness; each roll of filling are weighed and controlled; and the quality carefully controlled.
You can even have a peek into the kitchen to see these dumpling artists at work.
This means when we get our dishes on the table, they are made to perfection.
Beautifully crafted dumplings are trade mark of Din Tai Fung
When I was in Taipei, I waited for an hour and a bit to have a taste of these dumplings. This shows how popular the dumplings really are. (And how much I am willing to wait for good food) Thankfully, the Sydney branch, as it has only recently opened, is not so busy yet so it's the perfect time for you to visit to get a taste of great dumplings.
Highly recommended are dumplings with seafood flavours. I personally think these are even better than the original ones they serve in Taipei - naturally, we have better seafood in Australia.
Besides dumplings, there are also other delicious dishes such as fried noodles and pancakes and brilliant desserts on offer.
Din Tai Fung is ready to stir up a dumpling storm in Sydney.
Din Tai Fung Sydney
Shop 11. 04 Level 1
World Square Shopping Centre
644 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
(02) 9264 6010
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