The story of Tim Ho Wan begins in 2009 when Chef Mak Kwai-Pui and Chef Leung Fai Keung opened their first restaurant in Mongkok, Hong Kong. Tim Ho Wan earned it’s first Michelin star in 2010. In 2015 3 more branches each earned a Michelin star. Tim Ho Wan was then known as “the world’s […]
baked char siu boa
Golden Island
1st visit right before the lockdown: I noticed a under new management sign outside. Inside the place looked the same. Not many people inside for lunch. Seems like Chinese restaurants have been fairly quiet lately. I had my favorite dishes.
Lai Hong Lounge
In dreams I imagine the little flecks of sugar on top of a beautiful yellow bun. I slowly take in the fresh baked aroma with the slightest hint of char sui. I take a bite and savor the flavors and textures swirling in my mouth. This is one of my favorite dreams till I awake […]
Road trip San Diego to San Francisco Day 3
We start the day at Lai Hong Lounge. It’s my fav spot to get baked char siu bao.