Vancouver Breakfast Gem | Authentic Northern Chinese Morning Eats

Who says ski days mean rushing out at 4 AM? In Richmond, you can fuel up with proper Northern Chinese breakfast before hitting the slopes—no sacrifices needed! 📍 Lu Charcoal Grill – Richmond 💰 ~$20 CAD per person ⏰ Breakfast from 8:30 AM (yes, the same spot does late-night skewers too—genius!) 🍳 BREAKFAST HIGHLIGHTS 1️⃣ Jian Bing 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 ✔ Tianjin-style, 100% legit: • Mung bean batter (the real deal!) • Crispy fried cracker inside • Savory sauce + chili paste (ask for extra spice!) ⚠️ Purist move: Skip the add-ons (hot dogs, meat floss)—classic is king. 2️⃣ Dou Hua 🌟🌟🌟🌟 ✔ Silky tofu pudding with wood ear mushrooms, egg ribbons ✔ Lighter broth than China’s, but close enough to hit the spot. 3️⃣ Mini Wontons 🌟🌟🌟🌟 ✔ Tiny but meaty, swimming in clear broth with egg wisps. ✔ Comfort in a bowl—ideal for chilly mornings. 4️⃣ Fried Dough Stick + Soy Milk 🌟🌟🌟🌟 🍯 Golden, airy dipped in fresh soy milk = breakfast heaven. 5️⃣ Northeastern Grilled Cold Noodles 🌟🌟🌟✨ ✔ Chewy noodles slathered in sauce—only flaw: uses hot dogs 💡 WHY IT’S A WIN ✅ Speed demon: Food arrives fast (no pre-ski stress). ✅ Menu depth: From Tianjin jian bing to Dongbei, they’ve got all the carbs. ✅ Night-to-morning hustle: Rare for a BBQ joint to nail breakfast too! #VancouverEats #NorthernBreakfast #RichmondFoodie #SkiAndEat #ComfortFood