How can you not eat a hot edge stove in autumn in Boston?

🍲 Asian Garden Restaurant: Chinatown’s Cantonese Hot Pot Gem—Warmth in Every Sip When my friend visited from Seattle, there was only one place I insisted on: this Chinatown spot for Cantonese hot pot . It’s my ultimate comfort food haven—especially on rainy days—and even now, typing this from a late-night airport, I’m already craving it. 🌟 The Star: Broths & Chicken Hot Pot Bases: They offer four options, and I’ve loved every one I’ve tried. If herbal broths aren’t your thing, the coconut chicken broth is a safe, delicious bet—light, subtly sweet, and fragrant with coconut and ginger. Each pot comes with half a yellow chicken and a side of veggies; simmer the chicken for 10 minutes, and it turns tender, juicy, and mildly sweet. Sipping that broth? It’s like a warm hug, instantly lifting the mood. 🔥 Must-Add Dishes Eel Two Ways: 🐍 A must for groups of 3-4. Half goes into the hot pot—fatty, melt-in-your-mouth, and rich, with the broth absorbing its savory oiliness beautifully. The other half? Choose between salt-and-pepper fried (crispy outside, chewy inside—pure indulgence) or black bean sauce steamed (silky, with a savory-sweet sauce that lingers). Either way, it’s fresh, no fishiness. Garlic Vermicelli Clams: 🦪 Plump clams tossed with garlic, vermicelli, and a dash of soy—briny, garlicky, and the perfect seafood complement to the chicken. ✨ Why It’s a Staple Comfort in Simplicity: Cantonese hot pot thrives on fresh ingredients and clean, flavorful broths—this spot nails that. It’s about slow savoring, not over-the-top spices. Flexibility: Great for small groups (the base pot feeds 2-3; add-ons stretch it to 4) and adaptable to all tastes, from mild to herbal. Pro Tip: Save it for winter. There’s no better way to weather Boston’s cold than a steaming pot of coconut chicken, eel, and clams. 📍 Asian Garden Restaurant 28 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02111 #BostonHotPot #CantoneseCuisine #ChinatownEats