Dim Sum: The Art of Chinese Small Bites and Where to Find Them in Bucharest

Dim sum (点心) literally means "to touch the heart" — and that's exactly what these small Chinese culinary delights do. Originating from the Cantonese tea tradition (yum cha), the art of dim sum has become one of the most beloved forms of Chinese gastronomy worldwide.

What is Dim Sum?

Dim sum is a collection of small dishes typically served during lunch, accompanied by tea. Each bite is a miniature culinary work of art, with varied fillings and distinct preparation techniques.

Popular Types of Dim Sum

• Har Gow (虾饺): Transparent shrimp dumplings — considered the queen of dim sum
• Siu Mai (烧卖): Open-faced pork and mushroom dumplings
• Char Siu Bao (叉烧包): Fluffy buns filled with barbecued pork
• Spring Rolls (春卷): Crispy spring rolls
• Cheung Fun (肠粉): Steamed rice rolls with shrimp or beef

Dim Sum at Shuyu

At Shuyu, our chefs prepare dim sum by hand, following traditional Cantonese recipes. Each dumpling is carefully folded, and the fillings are made with the freshest, highest-quality ingredients.

We invite you to discover the art of dim sum at any of our Shuyu locations in Bucharest!