Recommended Michelin Chinese Restaurants in Florence

After ten meals of pasta, steak, and pizza in Italy, I finally couldn't take it anymore and found the Michelin-recommended Chinese restaurant, Xinge!😻😻😻 I was torn about whether to spend €120 on soup dumplings, but after comparing it to the disappointing Chinese restaurants in Florence, I decided to give it a try. Overall, the food was delicious and creative, with a touch of Italian flavor that would appeal to Chinese tastes! However, you might want to look into ordering à la carte for better value. Eight Courses (menu attached at the end):❤️❤️❤️ - Shrimp Chips with Caviar : The oiliness and crunch of the shrimp chips paired with the salty umami of caviar was a novel combination. It was my first time having shrimp chips in a foreign country, and this pairing was quite unique.🤖🤖🤖 - Soup Dumplings : The highlight of the meal! These were the best soup dumplings I've ever had. The dough and the cooking were impeccable, and there were three fillings: - Garlic Shrimp and Scallops : The familiar taste of garlic shrimp, with real scallop and shrimp meat. It was a delightful twist on a classic. - Foie Gras and Pork : For a foie gras lover like me, the taste was unmistakable. The fat melted into a flavorful juice, making it incredibly aromatic. - Sea Urchin and Pork : Sweet and fresh, with no fishiness at all. It burst with flavor in every bite. - Lychee Fried Shrimp Balls : Served on a floral branch, six pieces at a time, this dish had a strong sense of ceremony. Inside were minced shrimp (very fresh!) and crunchy lotus root (or water chestnut?), paired with a plum sauce. It was delicious.😻😻😻 - Dim Sum : This dish seemed to mimic shrimp dumplings, green rice balls, and steamed dumplings. It was quite unique and hard to describe. The fillings had a slight Italian twist, like the green rice ball with mashed edamame. - Spring Rolls : Filled with foie gras paste and caviar, these had incredibly rich layers. A touch of wasabi helped cut through the richness. - Lobster with Fried Pasta Crumbs : A refreshing change from the usual butter-baked lobster. The dish featured a tangy pomelo and garlic sauce, which was very tasty. - Soup : Warm and comforting. - Dessert : Black sesame ice cream and a dessert soaked in alcohol, with a strong alcoholic flavor. The decor and the staff-to-guest ratio were also excellent. 🍴: Il Gusto di Xinge 📍: Viale Bel Fiori, 2 50144 Firenze FI #Florence #Italy #Michelin