Summer Boston: Discover the hidden treasure of beautiful meals

🌶️ Too Hot: Cambridge’s Underground Sichuan Gem—Summer Heat? Not Here! 30°C outside? Step into this cool, quiet basement, and it’s like a whole new world 😌. This spot isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a summer sanctuary, serving up refined Sichuan dishes that mix spice, tang, and comfort perfectly. Every bite feels thought-out, and by the end, I was already planning my next visit 🗓️. 🍽️ The Spread: A Flavor Adventure (From Starters to Veggie Wins) Appetizers to wake up your taste buds: “Bath Pickles”: Tangy, crispy, and slightly salty—so fresh 🌿. Amber Walnuts: Sweet, crunchy, and way too addictive (I couldn’t stop grabbing them 😂). Mini Sweet-and-Sour Ribs: Tiny, tender, and just sweet enough to get you excited 🍖. Smoked Tea Duck with Sticky Rice: The best dish here 🏆. Crispy duck skin, a thin layer of rich fat, smoky tender meat, and salty-sweet sticky rice—chef’s kiss 👩🍳💋. Sour-Spicy Chicken: 🌶️ Summer fire! Loaded with sesame oil and chili heat—it’s intense, but in the best way. Steamed Egg with Beef & Preserved Veggies: Perfect after the spicy chicken 🥚. Silky, soft egg with umami beef—cools your mouth without killing the flavor. Boiling Crispy Fish with Chili Oil: My friend’s favorite 🐟. The fish has a unique firm texture that holds up to the spicy oil—so good! Guizhou Sour Soup with Stuffed Shrimp: Tomatoes cradle tender shrimp paste in tangy broth 🍅. It’s so zesty, it “opened a second stomach” (no lie 😜). Dry Pot Shrimp with Lotus Root: Eat it hot 🔥! Crispy shrimp, crunchy lotus root, and a smoky spice mix—magic when it’s fresh. Ham & Chicken Tofu Soup: A tiny, creamy sip 🥣. Light, savory, and perfect for sipping without getting full. Sheep Tripe with Melon & Ham Sauce: Subtle but tasty 🐑. Ham adds depth, melon keeps it fresh—refreshing, not heavy. “Strange Flavor” Short Ribs: Sichuan’s signature mix of spicy, sweet, salty, and numbing 🍖. Pickled peppers cut the richness—so good. Ginkgo & Vegetable Stalks: Bitter-sweet ginkgo nuts (skip if you hate that!) with crisp greens 🌱. I loved the slight bitterness—it’s cooling, like a detox. 🌿 The Vibe Underground, quiet, and so cool—perfect for escaping the heat 🧊. It feels cozy, like dining in a friend’s basement, but with food that’s anything but casual. This summer, I’ll be here on repeat 🥳. 📍 Too Hot: 16-18 Eliot St LG1, Cambridge #BostonSichuan #SummerEats #SpiceLovers