xiao long bao – Jellybeans in the City

If you’re tired of the same-old dishes that you normally have for your daily meals, why not give Taiwanese food a try?

Taiwanese cuisine is a delicious and unique blend of Chinese and indigenous Taiwanese flavors, with influences from Japan and Southeast Asia. One of the hallmarks of Taiwanese cuisine is its focus on fresh and locally-sourced ingredients, which are often prepared using simple cooking methods to let the natural flavors of the ingredients shine. Many dishes in Taiwanese cuisine also feature bold and complex flavor profiles, incorporating a variety of herbs, spices, and sauces.

Taiwanese cuisine also has a strong street food culture, with night markets and street vendors serving up a wide variety of snacks and small plates.

And lucky for you, getting your hands on Taiwanese dishes is quite easy: all you need to do is hie yourself over to Fat Fook in Robinsons Galleria.

This Fat Fook branch boasts a cozy and inviting atmosphere with its warm lighting and traditional Taiwanese decor. The restaurant is adorned with vintage posters, and traditional Taiwanese ceramics and art pieces, creating a nostalgic and charming ambiance. The wooden tables and steel chairs lend the space a rustic yet modern feel, making it a perfect place for a casual meal with family and friends.

The restaurant’s name, Fat Fook, loosely translates to “prosperous fortune” in Mandarin Chinese, which is a nod to its commitment to delivering delicious and authentic Taiwanese cuisine to its customers. The menu boasts a wide selection of dishes, including classic favorites such as noodles, dumplings, and rice bowls, as well as signature dishes that are unique to Fat Fook.

Check out this list of top menu choices at Fat Fook that you can sink your teeth into:

Taiwanese Sausage (Php368). This popular Taiwanese street food is definitely a must-try at Fat Fook. The sausages are made with a mixture of pork and spices, giving them a delicious and savory taste. They are then grilled to perfection and served with garlic slices inserted at slits on their sides.

Fried Crispy Oysters (Php208). These deep-fried seasonsed oysters are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside and pairs so well with Fat Fook’s noodles and rice bowls.

Xiao Long Bao (Php228/5pcs | Php288/8pcs). Fat Fook’s version of this classic pork soup dumpling is not to be missed. The steamed dumplings are filled with a savory pork and broth mixture and are served with a side of soy sauce and vinegar for dipping. The thin and delicate skin of the dumplings that give way to the delicate broth and savory meat filling is a testament to the chef’s expertise.

Beef Noodle Soup (Php488, regular or spicy). The soup is made with a rich and savory beef broth, tender beef chunks, and thick noodles. The dish is topped off with an assortment of vegetables and herbs, making it a comforting and hearty meal.

Beef Tendon Hotpot (Php598). A hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for colder days. The hotpot features tender beef sauteed in flavorful tendon sauce with onion leeks and sliced chilis.

Taiwan-Style Fried Rice (Php308). A staple in Taiwanese cuisine, it is made with rice which is stir-fried with a mixture of vegetables, egg, and meat, giving it a delicious and savory taste.

Classic Milk Tea (Php98 + Php20 for tapioca pearls). No Taiwanese meal at Fat Fook is complete without a cup of its rich and creamy milk tea made with fresh milk and black tea, making it a refreshing and indulgent treat.

So if you’re up for a change and game for a new foodie adventure, then check out the rich and unique flavors of Taiwanese cuisine at Fat Fook. From the savory and succulent Taiwanese sausage to the crispy and flavorful fried oysters, the dishes on offer are sure to leave your taste buds wanting more.

This Fat Fook branch is located at Phase Veranda Level 2, Robinsons Galleria, EDSA corner Ortigas Avenue, Ugong Norte 3, Quezon City. For inquiries and reservations, call +63 2 86375258.

Other branches are located at:

Upper Ground Floor, SM City Center North EDSA (Tel: +63 2 82838936)
Second Floor, Glorietta 1, Ayala Center, Makati (Tel: +63 2 88381549)
Second Floor, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Bgy Tambo, Paranaque City (Tel: +63 2 79157999)
Second Floor, Ayala North Exchange, Ayala Avenue corner Salcedo Street, Legaspi Village, Makati (Tel: +63 2 79009139)
Ground Floor, Alabang Town Center, Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa City (Tel: +63 2 83648341)

Stay updated on its menu and offers by following Fat Fook on Facebook and Instagram.

Check out my previous posts on Fat Fook:

Family’s Intro to Fat Fook at Robinsons Galleria

Tasty Taiwanese dishes at FatFook Kitchen, UP Town Center

Who can say no to delicious Chinese food?

Not me, definitely!

Chinese food lovers north of the metro sure are lucky to have a place to go to for a delectable feast: Modern Shanghai at Trinoma Mall.

Modern Shanghai, managed by The Bistro Group, brings the rich flavors and authenticity of home cooking from Sichuan, Beijing and Shanghai in a casual, family-style restaurant setting.

In response to the need of the times, The Bistro Group has instituted safety protocols for safe dining-in at its restaurants. These include: regular health checks for all its personnel, compliance of all outdoor and indoor seating to physical distancing guidelines, hand sanitizers available at the entrance and on every table, as well as contactless menu ordering and payment.

These protocols require diners to submit to temperature checks, provide contact tracing details and using the hand sanitizers and sanitation mats prior to entering the restaurant premises, as well as wearing their personal protective equipment (PPEs) while inside. Would-be diners who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms or have been exposed to people who do, have underlying health conditions or have concerns about contracting the disease when dining out are advised to stay home and avail of the restaurant’s contactless delivery options.

Together with my foodie friends, I was able to have a safe dining experience at Modern Shanghai, third stop of our epic food crawl at the Trinoma Mall in Quezon City. The mood was light and celebratory, as we sampled mouthwatering dishes such as:

Premium Steamed Shrimp and Pork Siomai (Php338/6 pieces). Traditional pork and shrimp dumpling best enjoyed dipped in toyo-mansi (soy sauce with calamansi juice) with just a bit of chili paste.

Signature Xiao Long Bao (Php258/6 pieces). The classic dumpling made from a savory meat filling and a fragrant soup wrapped together in a delicate bao wrapper.

Yang Chow Fried Rice (Php388, good for sharing among three to four people). Always present in my Chinese meals, this wok-fried rice is a delicious mixture of flavors and textures that go so well with other Chinese dishes.

Birthday Noodles (Php498, good for sharing among three to four people). Noodles are generally eaten on someone’s birthday as a way wishing them long life. Noodles, chopped meat, hard-boiled quail eggs and veggies are tossed together in a wok to make a flavorful noodle dish.

Wok-Fried Sliced Beef with Broccoli (Php648). Tender slices of beef sauteed with ginger and broccoli.

Deep-Fried Pork Ribs with Spicy Salt and Pepper (Php498). Tender pork ribs seasoned with salt, pepper and spices, deep-fried and topped with sauteed garlic.

These rich flavors and hearty servings are best enjoyed with family and friends.

Dine in at Modern Shanghai and enjoy more of these sumptuous Chinese food plus great savings with Modern Shanghai’s irresistible offers:

BFF Bundle (Php1,298, good for three to four persons): Signature Shanghai Mien, Sweet & Sour Chicken, Yang Chow Fried Rice and Braised Fish Fillet in Black Bean Sauce
Buy One Take One Everyday: Wok-Fried Sliced Beef with Brocolli + Signature Xiao Long Bao (Php648), Sauteed Tenderloin Beef with Scallions + Steamed Hakaw Shrimp Dumplings (Php648), Birthday Noodles + Steamed Buns with Preserved Egg Yolk (Php498), Signature Shanghai Mien + Pan-Fried Shanghai Pork Buns

You can also get great savings with the BFF Card, The Bistro Group’s loyalty program that gives members exclusive perks across 15 restaurant brands such as:

30% off on Mondays
20% off on Tuesdays
Complimentary coffee or hot tea single-serve with entree purchase
Online seats reservation
Six Php250 e-vouchers with minimum purchase of Php1,000 per voucher

This Modern Shanghai is located at Fourth Floor, Trinoma Mall, Bagong Pag-Asa, Quezon City, open daily from 11am to 8pm. For inquiries and reservations, call +63 2 79162028 or +63 977 2414903.

Other branches are located at:

Ground Floor, Venice Grand Canal Mall, McKinley Hill, Taguig City
Second Floor, Entertainment Mall, SM Mall of Asia, Mall of Asia Complex (MOA), Pasay City
Evia Lifestyle Center, Daang Hari Road, Almanza, Las Piñas City
Ground Floor, AllHome, C-5 Road Extension, Manuyo, Las Piñas City

Modern Shanghai also delivers via GrabFood and FoodPanda.

Check out my posts about other restos of The Bistro Group:

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