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Mum’s The Word

2020-04-30T10:55:23+01:00

Mother's Day will be here again the following Sunday. As the flowers bloom and all fits in perfectly with the onset of spring, Naturally Chinese has been jotting down plans to celebrate this very special day for mums. Every mum wants to feel appreciated even though they may not show it. Whether it be a card, a flower, a chocolate or a cozy dinner to celebrate, it makes all the difference. Being a mum myself, I can vouch for that. I am thinking that an elegant dim sum brunch/ lunch or a fancy Peking Duck dinner can both make a fabulous [...]

Mum’s The Word2020-04-30T10:55:23+01:00

What A Duck!

2020-04-30T10:55:23+01:00

I wanted to give you a sneak peak into the infamous Peking Duck as it dawned on me that it would make a wonderful Mother’s Day feast. I had touched upon it briefly in an earlier post mentioning that our chefs take the utmost care to source the best ducks they can find. Chef Chiu recently came upon a top of the line quality duck from France which he admits is more suitable because it is leaner and doesn't carry the extra layer of fat under the skin. In Chinese dining, ordering Peking Duck is a grand affair, an occasional dish [...]

What A Duck!2020-04-30T10:55:23+01:00

Women of Substance

2020-04-30T10:55:23+01:00

As part of the spirit of Women's Day celebrations, I wanted to follow the tradition of acknowledging women in the fashion of some countries like Italy and Russia. It is known in these places that the women are gifted flowers and small presents to denote an appreciation for their hard work and femininity. Having had to rise to an occasion of playing the hero every now and then in my own life, I can relate to wanting to feel appreciated by my loved ones. I don't claim to know a whole lot about the history of Women's Day but when I [...]

Women of Substance2020-04-30T10:55:23+01:00

A Fine Dinner And Romance

2020-04-30T10:55:24+01:00

Valentine’s Day to me is about showing appreciation for the one I love. We can easily forget and take for granted the gifts of affection, care and support we receive from our partners. Having a day once a year to make the effort to say thank you, serves its purpose. I remember those early days of romance, receiving a rose or even wanting to find the perfect gift for my now husband - the joys of anticipation and excitement. You might agree that when our initial chase has turned into a triumph, the romance can fade into the background, and it [...]

A Fine Dinner And Romance2020-04-30T10:55:24+01:00

Creating Good Value

2020-04-30T10:55:24+01:00

Aside from the usual everyday business activities, there also lies the fine balance between maintaining business ethics, quality, service, and the ability to provide good value in different ways to add to the overall experience. Everything from the colours chosen to represent the restaurant to the thorough selection of the right supplier to source our ingredients, all contribute to creating good value which has always been the goal. It is comforting to know that there are numerous ways to obtain the right pieces to fit your business ethos. Having gone the extra mile to find the ingredients I am happy with; [...]

Creating Good Value2020-04-30T10:55:24+01:00

Chinese New Year

2020-04-30T10:55:24+01:00

Out with the old, in with the new - it’s the time to get together with friends and family to toast to good health and longevity. Is it a coincidence that Chinese families prefer to dine at circular tables with a swirling Lazy Susan? 团圆饭 (Thuen yeun fan) which denotes the unity, sharing and togetherness is symbolic of the round table that continues in endless cyclical movement. It is traditional to reunite the family at a grand feast. I recall when I was a young girl, the new year was the biggest occasion of the year. The days leading up to it would [...]

Chinese New Year2020-04-30T10:55:24+01:00

A Hearty Winter Soup

2020-04-30T10:55:24+01:00

The new year is always an exciting time; a chance for new beginnings, a chance to start on a clean slate. I am thrilled to see Naturally Chinese step into the next year and with a whole host of new choices that are to come with the territory. The few days leading up to New Years’ day are for most - a time for renewal of some kind. There is the feeling of wanting to purge all the old clutter to make room for new possibilities. Whatever the new year resolutions we may have on our lists, the one thing that [...]

A Hearty Winter Soup2020-04-30T10:55:24+01:00
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