I’m reminiscing on how I developed such a passion for Asian-style dumplings. My journey begins in dim sum restaurants on the outskirts of San Francisco’s Chinatown, then moves across the ocean to Switzerland where I’ve been patiently learning the art for many years. I include my take on Steamed Scallion Buns, known as Hua Juan (flower rolls) in this edition.
Dumplings are one of our favourite experiences. Living in Melbourne the opportunities to indulge are many and varied. From high end cuisine in central Melbourne to suburban restaurants filled with families on a Sunday morning for yum cha. They certainly fill us with joy! Sandra (Melbourne) Thanks Jack
It is immensely satisfying to wake up in the morning and read this kind of comment - these are the things that keep me going. For that, I thank you, Sarah!
I've only had the chance to visit NYC one time, and during that visit, I was much more interested in searching for all things Italian. I completely missed the dumpling scene, so that now goes on my list of things to try and do in my future.
Making bao-style buns is extremely gratifying in many, many ways. The dough - made extra fluffy by steaming and adding a pinch of baking powder to the yeast mix lends a lot originality vibes to the bun. The filling and all of the endless variations, is fun to play around with and develop something unique...or maybe also traditional...to perfectly align with the fluffy dough is marvelously exquisite. And now...I feel like having Bao buns...even for breakfast.
Thanks for reading and contributing, Sarah. Good luck with your future Bao experience with your son...
These look so delicious!! both my kids were born and grew up for the first part of their lives in New York City, where we had access to amazing dumplings everywhere. Now the only dumplings we can get our hands on is the charming cartoon Bao which we watch on repeat. My son and I watched it last night and he's asking me if he can finally learn to make them. I'm bookmarking this for a quiet weekend soon. 🤍
Dumplings are one of our favourite experiences. Living in Melbourne the opportunities to indulge are many and varied. From high end cuisine in central Melbourne to suburban restaurants filled with families on a Sunday morning for yum cha. They certainly fill us with joy! Sandra (Melbourne) Thanks Jack
After reading this comment, I had to literally pull myself away from the computer so I wouldn’t book a flight for next week…
I hope we can share that Sunday vibe with you the next time we come to Melbourne…
It is immensely satisfying to wake up in the morning and read this kind of comment - these are the things that keep me going. For that, I thank you, Sarah!
I've only had the chance to visit NYC one time, and during that visit, I was much more interested in searching for all things Italian. I completely missed the dumpling scene, so that now goes on my list of things to try and do in my future.
Making bao-style buns is extremely gratifying in many, many ways. The dough - made extra fluffy by steaming and adding a pinch of baking powder to the yeast mix lends a lot originality vibes to the bun. The filling and all of the endless variations, is fun to play around with and develop something unique...or maybe also traditional...to perfectly align with the fluffy dough is marvelously exquisite. And now...I feel like having Bao buns...even for breakfast.
Thanks for reading and contributing, Sarah. Good luck with your future Bao experience with your son...
These look so delicious!! both my kids were born and grew up for the first part of their lives in New York City, where we had access to amazing dumplings everywhere. Now the only dumplings we can get our hands on is the charming cartoon Bao which we watch on repeat. My son and I watched it last night and he's asking me if he can finally learn to make them. I'm bookmarking this for a quiet weekend soon. 🤍