Char Sui Bau (Steamed & Baked Roast Pork Buns) Comparison
So after reading that article from David Carr about Char Sui Baus, aka Roast Pork Buns, it just made me want to go get some. Thats just what I did this weekend. Since I live near the Flushing, Queens area, there’s a slew of bakeries to choose from. There’s the bigger names in bakeries like Tai Pan and then there are just very local/family owned ones. I prefer the local ones of course rather than the chains. Their prices are usually cheaper (of course the ones in Chinatown in Manhattan are still cheaper compared to Queens) and some times their food is just higher quality. I passed by this Bakery named Maxin Bakery and I’ve been meaning to stop in there to try it out. Its not a very big place with only 3 tables or so but the food looks great.
Now the real reason why I stopped in there is because of my Char Sui Bau craving. So I went and bought a bunch because one is just not enough for me. There’s two types of these Pork Buns, the Steamed ones and the Baked ones. Its so difficult to choose until you taste the difference and really its more of a matter of personal taste than anything. Some prefer steamed and some just prefer baked.
Char Sui Bau (Roast Pork Bun) Steamed
Char Sui Bau (Roast Pork Bun) Baked
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Char Sui Bau (Steamed or Baked Roast Pork Buns)
Now this is an idea from David Carr I should have thought of. I’ve already done a few dissections of Bor Lor Bau. My other favorite bun is the Char Sui Bau. For those who do not know what this delectably meaty bun is… its a Roast Pork Bun. It comes in two styles, the White Steamed Pork Bun and the Orangish Baked Pork Bun. Its a tough choice to see which is better but I’m also biased for both as I grew up eating it. I will have to get both and take pictures this weekend and while I’m at it, dissect the buns for all to see. Stay tuned!
Hyakumi Asian Restaurant, @ Caesars Palace, Las Vegas
Hyakumi
@ Caesars Palace
Las Vegas, NV
(877) 346-4642
Hours of operation:
11:00am – 3:00pm; 5:00pm – 11:00pm
Reservation not necessary.
Caesars Palace Las Vegas
Grand scale of Caesars Palace
Inside of Caesars Palace
After walking though the entire Caesars Palace, Finechinaguy and I were famished! Do you know how big this Hotel/Casino is? Huge! They have this huge shopping center called “The Forum Shops” and there are just tons of stores that you can go shop. Anyways, I was craving for Japanese and decided to check out this restaurant before we went in. We looked at the menu which is conveniently located outside, see below, and saw how expensive a bowl of noodles are! Regardless, I was not in the mood to go anywhere else because I was so drained from all the walking so we settled down for this restaurant.
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Fortune Cookies in China & Explaination of General Tso’s Chicken
Fortune Cookies
General Tso's Chicken
The New York Times Diner’s Journal has a great article about Fortune Cookies in China. The original story is by Jennifer 8. Lee who does a great job explaining all about the Fortune Cookie and other “Chinese” dishes like General Tso’s Chicken. Both being more American or Chinese American rather than authentic Chinese dishes.
Introducing Fortune Cookies in China
Jennifer 8. Lee’s explaination of General Tso’s Chicken below.
General Tso’s Chicken is a dish I have always told people in America that it doesn’t exist in authentic Chinese cuisine. Many of the dishes on the menu of Chinese American restaurants are not authentic either. General Zuo is known as a great a warrior in China, in America, he is known for Chicken. The dish itself has become an icon of Chinese Food in America just like the Fortune Cookie and noone will take that away.
For another interesting article, head over here.
Las Vegas Caesar’s Palace – Hyakumi Japanese Restaurant Sushi Bar & Noodles
After walking around all day towards Caesar’s Palace, which simply amazed us, we were hungry of course. But we had to eat light! How else would we last for more buffets? We didn’t even eat breakfast just to save our appetite.
Caesar's Palace
Caesar's Palace Main Entrance
Just had to show this picture that came out great of the fountain inside the main entrance. Restaurant and more importantly, food after the jump!
