Lautianlu Braised Food

It is hard to imagine attending the latest blockbuster without a jumbo bucket of excessively buttery, salty popcorn. However, apart from popcorn, a bag of braised foodstuff from Lautianlu is another default movie theater snack for cinephiles in Ximending. For more than fifty years, Lautianlu Braised Food has been a favorite of many tourists from Hong Kong, even the starriest celebrities have embraced it. The best-sellers are duck tongues and wings with a solid and chewy texture, both nicely braised and soaked up all the goodness from the rich marinade. The flavorful duck gizzards and dried tofu are not to missed, either.

The secret to its success is the fresh ingredients, the exclusive marinade, the special spicy sauce used and of course the slow, ceremonial way of cooking the food. The exclusive marinade is made with a blend of 15 different kinds of Chinese herbs, and the special spicy sauce, which is is basically distilled chili peppers, adds a fiery touch to other mild ingredients. If you happen to chance upon this place in Ximending, grab a bag of heavenly goodness or some pre-packs as souvenirs so you won’t regret it when you return home.