The perfect representation of Cantonese cuisine, dim sum caters to everyone. Here are 8 quintessential dishes to try at Grand Harbour.

1. The Centuries-old Delicacy 

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Everybody loves dim sum. Anyone who claims to love CHinese cuisines should know that the centuries-old tradition of drinking tea and eating bite-sized pieces of steamed dumplings, fried yam puffs or creamy egg tarts is one of the best things to originals from Cantonese cooking. 

With countless varieties of dishes to order, there is surely something to any eater of any kind.

In celebration for our love of this classic food, here are 8 quintessentiels dim sum dishes to try at Grand Harbour restaurants, a place that has become a favourite for local dim sum aficionados. 

Also read: How to eat dim sum like a pro

2. Crispy Shrimp with Red Rice Roll 

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This is a dish that takes classic and adds a different visual take on it, infusing spices, contrasting textures and delicious flavour in one complete package. 

 

3. Durian Puff

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Taking dim sum know-how and fusing it with local produce, Grand Harbour's durian puff presents the king of fruits in a crispy and creamy parcel, all while managing to pretty it up by styling each puff into a swan. 

4. Honey BBQ Pork Pastry 

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Classic down to a tee, this honey BBQ pork pastry is definitely a must have. Crunchy, savoury, sweet, nutty and incredible gratifying when washed down with a cup of hot tea. 

5. Hong Kong Style Steamed Custard Quicksand Bun 

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Yet another fan favourite, the Hong Kong style steamed custard quicksand bun fills a soft bun with tangy, rich salted egg yolk for pure umami pleasure. No further commentary needed. 

6. Steamed Piggy Bun 

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Following the restaurant's style of marrying classic dim sum with new visuals, this steamed piggy bun adds cute aesthetics to the tradition lotus seed paste offering. Don't be fooled by its cuteness though, for its insides is filled with an appetisingly sweet paste. 

7. Pork and Shrimp Dumpling 

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This legendary dumpling is the very definition of the word. The pork and shrimp dumpling  is beloved dim sum dish, marrying sweet prawn with succulent prok to create the ultimate dumpling. 

8. <strong>Shrimp Dumpling&nbsp;</strong>

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Yet another classic, shrimp dumpling is completely unpretentious and delectable. Sweet fresh prawn wrapped in a translucent dumpling sheet makes for adish that should always be on your table. 

9. <strong>Scallop Dumpling&nbsp;</strong>

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Tender and sweet scallop cooked until perfection and wrapped around crispy noodle like strings offers diners a great way to try the popular seafood. 

Grand Harbour is located at Lot LG-2-01 (01) & LG2-01 (02), Lower Ground Two, Fahrenheit 89, at Bukit Bintang. For more information, visit www.grandharbour.com.my 

For more auspicious eat: read about the 8 classic Chinese New Year snacks 

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