Fubao Restaurant Introduction
Located directly in front of the "Heart of Shiding" plaza, Fubao Restaurant, which has been in operation for over fifty years and is quite popular among locals, may not seem impressive at first glance. It is always packed on weekends and holidays, and it is a renowned old establishment that hides superb culinary skills within its simple dishes. Must-try dishes include the signature "Three Ways of Tofu" – deep-fried tofu, tofu soup, and braised tofu, which are must-try specialties for gourmets visiting here. In particular, the "braised tofu" is prepared differently from the common practice in other restaurants, as it is not first deep-fried before being braised. Instead, it is slowly cooked with Kikkoman soy sauce over low heat. Not only is the skin soft and tender, but it also absorbs the sweetness and flavor, with the center of the tofu being equally flavorful, demonstrating the chef's remarkable cooking skills. Although "Shiding Tofu" may not be as renowned as "Shenkeng Tofu," it is said that most of the tofu from Shenkeng is actually supplied by Shiding, thus sharing the same special roasted flavor. However, the truth of this claim is subjective; those interested in discovering the reality may want to visit and taste for themselves.
