In 2011, childhood friends Szelim Man and chef Chuck Tang opened restaurant Cuichine in Antwerp’s Zurenborg district. After nearly 10 years on Draakstraat, they moved in the summer of 2020 to a larger space with a big terrace on the nearby Draakplaats. From Draakstraat to Draakplaats\u2026 it was truly written in the (Chinese) stars.<\/p>\n
Anyone expecting a traditional Chinese restaurant is in for a surprise\u2026 No, very good news, because Cuichine is a contemporary experience created by two young guys with roots in Hong Kong, serving Eastern cuisine in a sleek setting. The midnight blue interior in the new location looks modern with clean Eastern accents. The open kitchen, lucky cats, and beloved spots at the bar give the place a lively atmosphere, resembling an Asian city bistro.<\/p>\n
Chef Chuck mainly serves Cantonese cuisine with local ingredients. The menu is one big feast. The standout items include the selection of homemade dim sum (\u20ac18) and the vegetarian stir-fry with eggplant and rice wine. Also, the ultra-fresh half lobster with ginger and oyster sauce (\u20ac35) or the famous house-roasted Peking duck (\u20ac24) are spot-on. The two-course lunch is \u20ac32, while the three-course Carte Blanche menu costs \u20ac55.<\/p>\n
Although he doesn\u2019t call himself a sommelier, Szelim has certainly succeeded in crafting a fantastic, balanced drinks menu. This house offers a glass of honest wine or a fitting beer to accompany your meal… even a rich sake or Madeira are recommended with certain desserts.<\/p>\n
Just to confirm… Cuichine is so much more than just a Chinese restaurant!<\/p>\n
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