Twenty years ago, Macanese entrepreneur Chen Zhensheng opened the first Macanese hot pot restaurant in Beijing. In an interview with CGTN’s Liu Yitong, Chen reflects on how his restaurant has evolved with the tastes and traditions of the Chinese mainland.
“When we first opened, many people in Beijing were unfamiliar with Macanese hot pot,” Chen recalls. “We had to find ways to introduce our unique flavors while also incorporating local preferences.”
Over the past two decades, Chen’s restaurant has become a symbol of culinary and cultural fusion. Blending Macanese culinary traditions with the tastes of the mainland, the establishment has attracted a diverse clientele eager to experience this unique gastronomic journey.
Chen credits the restaurant’s success to his commitment to adaptation and innovation. “Food is a universal language,” he says. “By embracing both Macanese traditions and the tastes of the mainland, we’ve created something truly special.”
As Beijing’s food scene continues to flourish, Chen looks forward to the future. “I hope to continue sharing Macanese culture with more people,” he says. “It’s about more than just food; it’s about connecting cultures and bringing people together.”
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Macanese hot pot in Beijing embraces culinary and cultural fusion
cgtn.com
