I’ve had a major craving for Din Tai Fung that was finally satisfied this weekend.  I’m amazed that there is only one shop in all of the country and it’s in a little unassuming plaza in Arcadia (although now it seems they have opened a second one not even a block away).  They are renowned for their xiao long bao, which are these coin purse type pork dumplings.  They have delicate skins and the insides have a juicy filling that makes it sort of like having a sip of a rich stock.  I often went to have them when I was in Singapore and hadn’t had any since I returned 9 months ago!  It was high time to see if the US store was as good as its Asian counterparts.

I was extremely satisfied with the little morsels, though they definitely could have been more filling (and given larger portions).  Taste-wise, I can’t tell the difference between theirs and what I had in Singapore, so I was happy!  I haven’t had better xiao long bao in the states.  Though come to think of it, I don’t even see it on the menu in most places.  My craving is still there, so I’m thinking I need to go back regularly.  For me, it’s worth the 30-40 minute drive and 15 minute wait.  Plus, I can take a detour on the way back to get cha for tea!  The BEST boba shop I’ve ever been to.  Now that is a satisfying meal and drink combo!