HISTORY OF DIM SUM

AVAILABLE PER REQUEST FOR GROUPS OF 8 OR MORE

Along the Silk Road, weary travelers stopped into the local teahouse for an afternoon of tea and relaxing conversation. As tea’s ability to aid in digestion and cleanse the palate became known, tea house proprietors began adding a variety of snacks, and the tradition of dim sum was born. Dim Sum literally mean “touching of the heart” and is often translated as “foods that would delight your heart.”

The dim sum luncheon is a set menu which may include some of the items listed below. If you would like to get a listing of your menu on the day of the tour, contact us. With advanced notice, our restaurant partners are happy to make substitutions for guests with dietary restrictions.

Ha Gow Steamed Shrimp Dumpling
Vegetarian Spring Rolls
Siu Mai Steamed Mushrooms, Pork and Shrimp Dumpling
Steamed Shanghai Baby Dumpling with Pork Filling
Snow Pea Sprouts with Shrimp and Scallops Dumpling
Rice Noodle Roll Stuffed with Mushrooms
Steamed Chicken and Cilantro Dumpling
Steamed Barbecued Pork Bun
Pan Fried Pork Potsticker
Sticky Rice in Lotus Leaf
Sesame Ball Dessert
Egg Custard Tart Dessert

Tour Information

  • The tour departs daily at 10 am from Old St. Mary’s Cathedral, 660 California St., on the corner of California St. and Grant Ave.
  • – Advanced reservations are required.
  • – Please wait to receive a confirmation of your tour date and time before you arrive.
  • – Tours depart rain or shine.
  • – The tour takes 2 hours.
  • – The tour and luncheon take 3 hours.
  • – We can entertain last-minute reservations if you call 415-982-8839 for arrangements.

Prices

  • Adult Tour Only $55
  • Child Tour Only (ages 6-17) $45
  • Child Ages 5 and Under are Free
  • Contact Us for Group Rates

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