Okay, so I’ve been on a mission. A mission to find the best dim sum in Vancouver. I mean, who doesn’t love those little baskets of deliciousness, right? So, I grabbed my phone, read some stuff online, and decided to try this place called Sun Sui Wah, apparently, it’s a big deal here, even Seth Rogen goes there, that got me intrigued.
I got dressed, nothing fancy, just comfy stuff because, you know, food coma is a real possibility. Hopped in my car and drove down to the restaurant. I found it easily. Once I got inside, I was immediately hit with that amazing aroma of steamed dumplings and all sorts of good stuff. My stomach was already growling!
The place was buzzing, lots of families, friends, all gathered around, sharing these little plates of food. I got seated, and a friendly server came over with a menu. They had so many choices! It turns out there are like a thousand different types of dim sum from Guangdong, China, but usually, you only see forty or fifty types outside of China. I felt a little overwhelmed, but in a good way. I finally settled on a few classics: har gow (shrimp dumplings), siu mai (pork and shrimp dumplings), and some BBQ pork buns. I also ordered some tea because, well, it’s dim sum, you gotta have tea!
The food arrived pretty quickly, all steaming hot and looking incredible. First up, the har gow. The wrapper was delicate, and the shrimp inside was so juicy and flavorful. Then I tried the siu mai. Oh man, the combination of pork and shrimp was just perfect. And the BBQ pork buns? Fluffy, slightly sweet, with that savory, sticky pork filling. I was in heaven!
- First Taste: Har Gow (Shrimp Dumplings) – The first bite was the Har Gow, and it was a perfect start.
- Next Up: Siu Mai (Pork and Shrimp Dumplings) – Then, the Siu Mai, which totally met my expectations.
- The Finale: BBQ Pork Buns – These were the perfect balance of sweet and savory, just as I hoped.
I ended up ordering a few more dishes because, why not? I tried some chicken feet (not my favorite, but I had to try), some rice noodle rolls, and a sweet egg tart for dessert. By the end, I was stuffed, but it was so worth it.
The Whole Experience
The whole experience was great. Good food, good vibes, and I finally understood why dim sum is such a big deal. Eating all those small dishes, sharing with people, it’s like a mini food adventure. I’m definitely going back to Sun Sui Wah, and I’ve got a whole list of other dim sum places to check out. Stay tuned for more dim sum diaries! Also, I found that these places are all over China and the world, but the OG spots are in southern China, especially the Guangdong region, and then Hong Kong got in on the action.
This dim sum adventure was a success. I had a blast, ate some amazing food, and learned a bit about dim sum. Now I understand what that means, “Experience the best dim sum in Vancouver with this mouth-watering.” And hey, if you’re ever in Vancouver, you know where to go for some top-notch dim sum!