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usually served towards the end of the meal - sweetcorn and crabmeat soup is one of the
most popular. Steamed white rice is normally served with a Cantonese meal.
Chiu Chow
This regional cuisine from the Swatow region of southeast China excels in novel seasonings
and rich sauces. Chefs also pride themselves on their amazing vegetable carvings that are
part of every Chiu Chow banquet. Before and after dinner you will be presented with tiny
cups of a strong and bitter tea, known as Iron Buddha.
Two very expensive Chiu Chow delicacies are shark's fin and birds' nest (but note that
sharks have become endangered because of over-fishing). A typical dish is minced pigeon:
the pigeon meat is minced and fried with herbs, and eaten wrapped in lettuce leaves. In Chiu
Chow restaurants congee is often served instead of rice.
Chinese dining offers a wide variety of experiences, from humble street food to gourmet cuisine with a
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