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2014-11-17
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Xi Yan was first started by Jack Yu, a designer-turned-celebrity-chef In Hong Kong in year 2000. It is known for its modern and inventive Chinese food and has a reservation only outlet in Craig Road. Recently it has expanded to an outlet in Shaw Centre for casual dining. No reservation is allowed except for special events. Remember to leave your name at the counter for a table and check regularly. I have gotten my name striked off for no reason and have waited quite long for a table. Luckily we
The ginseng drink tastes light with hint of the ginseng taste and not too sweet.
A refreshing drink to have.
The meat is quite lean without any fatty part. We are both disappointed that there is not any fatty part.
It tastes quite average.
It lacks of wok feel and tastes a bit too oily to me.
Tender and smooth chicken meat which is enhanced by the spicy sauce.
I feel that the prawns are not crispy enough and lacking of the satay sauce taste.
Firstly it looks much better than what is showed on the menu. Although we cannot taste any shrimp paste on the fish, it is quite juicy and crunchy. The sauce adds a tangy touch to it. However cannot taste any water chestnut.
It has a creamy texture but I feel that it is a bit too sweet. The glutinous rice is too dry and hard. Maybe it would be better if it is topped with some coconut milk.
The ice cream tastes like pumpkin puree, creamy and not too sweet. I am a bit disappointed as I have not tasted any salted egg yolk in it.
Total bill for 2 persons is $93.10. Overall the food is not bad. The place looks understaffed, as we have problem getting the attention of the staff. So do not need to look for the staff to refill water.
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