Hong Kong Is Dimsum Heaven » Dim Sum

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No trip to Hong Kong would be complete without having dim sum. Dim sum features bite-sized morsels of meat, seafood and vegetables wrapped in a think coasting of pastry or dough and then either steamed, braised, fried, or broiled. Dim sum, which is uniquely Cantonese, dates back to the 10th century and it literally means “to touch the heart.”Its meaning has a sentimental story behind it. It has been a part of the Chinese tradition for housewives to serve small, steamed dumplings to their husbands or even houseguests for breakfast. The preparation of these dumplings takes time. It is also done with great care and love and this is the reason why the word dumpling or dim sum is translated as “from the heart.” But these days, dim sum is translated as “light snacks.”