Scarborough Through the Steam Basket: How Dong Kee's Dim Sum Reflects Toronto's Seasons
At Dong Kee Chinese Restaurant, our dim sum menu is a reflection of the changing seasons in Scarborough. From the first tender shoots of spring to the harvest of autumn, our chefs adapt traditional Hong Kong recipes to incorporate the freshest Canadian produce.
#### Spring: The Awakening of New Life
As the snow melts and the days grow longer, spring arrives in Scarborough. Our chefs welcome the season with a selection of light and refreshing dim sum dishes, featuring the first tender shoots of spring. Our signature Steamed Edamame Dumplings are filled with fresh edamame from local farms, while our Spring Onion Pancakes are made with the first tender shoots of spring onions.
#### Summer: The Bounty of the Harvest
Summer brings an abundance of fresh produce to Scarborough, and our chefs take full advantage of the season's bounty. Our Steamed Shrimp Dumplings are filled with succulent shrimp from the Great Lakes, while our Summer Squash and Carrot Buns showcase the sweetness of Ontario's summer squash and carrots.
#### Autumn: The Harvest of Abundance
As the leaves change color and the air grows cooler, autumn arrives in Scarborough. Our chefs celebrate the season with a selection of hearty and comforting dim sum dishes, featuring the harvest of autumn. Our Steamed Pork and Vegetable Buns are filled with tender pork and a medley of autumnal vegetables, while our Autumn Squash and Sweet Potato Dumplings showcase the richness of Ontario's autumnal harvest.
#### Winter: The Cozy Comfort of Tradition
As the snow falls and the days grow shorter, winter arrives in Scarborough. Our chefs warm the hearts of our customers with a selection of comforting and traditional dim sum dishes, featuring the rich flavors of winter. Our Steamed Pork and Mushroom Buns are filled with tender pork and a rich medley of winter mushrooms, while our Winter Vegetable and Tofu Dumplings showcase the hearty flavors of Ontario's winter produce.
At Dong Kee Chinese Restaurant, we are proud to offer a dim sum menu that reflects the changing seasons in Scarborough. Join us on a culinary journey through the seasons, as we explore the stories behind our seasonal dim sum offerings.