Classy and elaborate, Tang, a sub-brand of Hoi Fan Group, opened its doors in late May and has already distinguished itself as a competitive, high-end Cantonese eatery. Revered among locals for its sophistication in southern Chinese specialties such as abalone, sea cucumber, shark fin and edible bird’s nest, Tang combines unethical dining with swift service and delivery.
Jay Yip, the young mastermind behind Hoi Fan and now Tang, is all about challenging the norm by infusing century-old Cantonese recipes with contemporary flair. After successfully opening Chaly’s Daily, a chic and unconventional cafe tailored to the younger patrons of The Canton Place, Yip attempted to stir the status quo again last year with the launch of lobster sandwich eatery J’s Harbour.
Tang, Yip’s latest weapon, is a fast food restaurant serving only a handful of exquisite dishes and four meal sets prepared with high-quality ingredients.
Catering to cravings for nutritious Cantonese delicacies, Tang offers a variety of mains like shark fin (#endangerededibles), sea cucumber, abalone and fish maw, served in a set with colorful appetizers and sesame-dotted rice. Ingredients are cooked with a touch of abalone sauce, which enhances their light, oceanic taste.
The South African dried abalone meal set (RMB248), accompanied by six pickled appetizers to invigorate the senses, maintains a delicate, natural flavor that succeeds in leaving one satisfied, not stuffed. Tang’s platter (RMB68) is a flavorful assortment of marinated meats, which pair especially well with rice.
For dessert, try the unique coconut jelly with bird’s nest (RMB48), prepared with fresh coconut and a generous amount of edible bird’s nest. It’s a rich, refreshing dessert packed with beautifying vitamins and minerals.
Located on the periphery of The Canton Place, Tang targets white-collar professionals in Guangzhou’s CBD. Set meals can be delivered to Zhujiang New Town offices in 15 minutes or less, well arranged and expertly packed. It’s all part of Yip’s initiative to glorify fast food on behalf of today’s well-to-do, trendy youth.
Price: RMB180
Who’s going: Zhujiang New Towners, takeout delivery guys, unethical diners
Good for: coconut jelly, lavish Cantonese meal sets
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