dim sum
The term "dim sum" translates to "touch the heart" and refers to a variety of small dishes traditionally served in Cantonese brunch settings.
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Definition
B2Cantonese Cuisine
(traditional, cultural)A style of Chinese cuisine featuring small, bite-sized portions of food, often served in steamer baskets or on small plates.
Example
- We went to a local restaurant to enjoy some dim sum for brunch.
- Dim sum typically includes dumplings, buns, and other delicacies.
B2Meal
(social, culinary)A meal comprising various small dishes, typically served with tea, often in a social or communal setting.
Example
- Dim sum is best enjoyed with a group of friends, sharing multiple dishes and tea.
- The dim sum experience includes food served from carts that move around the restaurant.
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