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[thehungrykat1]

Paradise Dynasty Still Offers the Best Flavored Xiao Long Bao in the City

It's been a while since my last visit to Paradise Dynasty and I had been thinking about their flavored Xiao Long Bao for quite some time now. There are many other restaurants around the city that offer these delectable soupy dumplings, but I have always kept coming back to the place that introduced me to the many different flavors and variants that these tasty XLBs can come in.

It was time for The Hungry Kat to rediscover the signature dishes and flavors of Paradise Dynasty Philippines. I have dined several times at their original branch in S Maison (Read: Legendary Xiao Long Bao at Paradise Dynasty) but this was my first time to visit their branch at SM Aura Premier which you can easily find on Level 2.

The SM Aura outlet comes with the same elegance and charm as their two other branches in Metro Manila. Paradise Dynasty is a popular international franchise which originated from Singapore and specializes in serving Xiao Long Bao and other delightful Shanghainese dishes.

Their pioneering branch in S Maison was where I first had a taste of their signature XLBs. Paradise Dynasty has been included once again on Tatler Dining Guide's list of Best Restaurants in 2024, an award they also received in 2022 and 2023.

Their Podium branch is the one I usually visit nowadays since this is closest to my residence. Paradise Dynasty is planning to open two more branches later this year including one at Greenbelt 5 so that should bring them closer to everyone.

I was really excited to be back at Paradise Dynasty. While the SM Aura branch may be a bit smaller than their first two branches, it does feel more homey and relaxing to dine in.

We ordered some of their Seasonal Fruit Shakes (P150) to begin our adventure. My husband had the Watermelon Shake while I had the Mango Shake. These are refreshing beverages to have during this hot summer season.

For our appetizers, we started with the Stewed Bamboo Shoots in Oyster Sauce (P238). This is the first time I have seen bamboo shoots prepared this way so it was quite an interesting dish. It's a healthy appetizer that should be featured more often.

Next up was the Sliced Beef and Tripe in Spicy Szechuan Sauce (P488). This one really comes with a spicy kick so my husband enjoyed having several bites of this fiery starter.

There are also several dim sum items on the menu like the Steamed Vegetable Bun (P150) which is another healthy way to explore Shanghainese cuisine.

The star of the show at Paradise Dynasty is always their Xiao Long Bao. Everyone who visits Paradise Dynasty has to order their Specialty Dynasty Xiao Long Bao (P488). This basket contains eight different flavors of Xiao Long Bao which are all color coded for easy reference. Paraside Dynasty is the first restaurant which offered this kind of colored Xiao Long Bao set and they will always be remembered for putting their legendary Xiao Long Bao on the global foodie map.

There's actually a recommended sequence of eating these flavored XLBs as shown on the paper that comes with it. Start with the Original (white) in the middle which is the traditional pork soup dumpling filled with chicken broth. Then go clockwise starting with the Korean Kimchi (green), Foie Gras (brown), Black Truffle (black), Cheese (yellow), Crab Roe (orange), Garlic (gray), and finally ending with the Szechuan (red).

Each Xiao Long Bao has its own unique flavor and taste which really separates this from other Chinese restaurants I have visited. The Xiao Long Bao dumplings are perfectly made, with thin but durable wrappers that do not easily break even with all the hot soup inside. So how do you usually eat XLBs? First, place a dumpling on your spoon. Next, take small bite out of the side of the dumpling and sip the hot broth. Lastly, dip the dumpling on the XLB sauce and finish the rest of the piece. The procedure is not really as strict as like how the Japanese eat their sushi, so you can eat it however you like.

Once you have your own favorite flavors, you can order each Xiao Long Bao basket with just one type of dumpling. The Original XLB (P230-6pcs / P360-10pcs) continues to be the most popular, but you can also go get the special flavors like the Szechuan XLB (P280-6pcs / P450-10pcs). My favorites are the Cheese, Foie Gras, and most especially the Black Truffle XLBs.

Paradise Dynasty offers several interesting noodles on the menu. One of them is the La Main with Pork Wanton in Hot Chili Vinaigrette (P300). This semi-dry noodle comes with spicy pork wonton dumplings that really go well with the noodles.

Now let's try some more of their hot dishes. The Stir Fried Shredded Pork in Black Bean Sauce (P588) is served with Chinese Crepes that can be used as wrappers.

Place the savory shredded pork inside the crepes, wrap or roll them into bite-sized portions then bite away. The salty and savory pork pairs well with Chinese crepes to help balance the flavors.

One of their fiery Szechuan specialties is the Poached Sliced Fish in Szechuan Chili Oil (P1288) which is really as hot as it looks. The fish slices are really so good to eat, although the soup base is really red and spicy. This bowl can be good for up to four adventurous persons so make sure you are up for it.

Another dish for those who like it hot is the Stir-fried Shrimps in Spicy Bean and Tomato Sauce (P588). The spiciness level of these shrimps is way up there and while I may not be that comfortable with very spicy dishes, my husband happily took care of finishing this item.

The Deep Fried Garlic Pork Ribs (P588) is a dish that everyone will enjoy. We paired these crispy pork ribs with their Shanghai Fried Rice which was also so good and fragrant.

One of my favorite hot dishes at Paradise Dynasty is the Stir-Fried Beef with Kai Lan (P588). These tender slices of beef are cooked in oyster sauce resulting in a rich and very flavorful dish that would also really go well with fried rice.

For our dessert, we enjoyed nibbling on the Charcoal Custard Lava Bun (P188). This Darth Vader-looking bun is quite heavenly with its gooey salted egg yolk custard that just oozes out when you bite it. The custard has just the right amount of flavor, not too rich or salty, so you can finish all three pieces in one sitting if you don’t want to share. I actually prefer having my custard bun as a dessert instead of an appetizer but you can do that as well.

We would like to thank Xchosa Deniega for hosting our small reunion at Paradise Dynasty in SM Aura Premier. It had been a while since we last met her so we were all happy sharing our recent travel adventures over a hearty and flavorful lunch. If you want to enjoy these yummy dishes, you can visit any of their three branches or order online via Grabfood, Foodpanda, Pickaroo and SM Online for delivery.

Paradise Dynasty Philippines

Level 2, SM Aura Premier, Taguig City

8478-3333

paradisedynasty.ph

www.facebook.com/paradisedynastyph

[anjcolumna]

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[chyan-chyan]

CHRISTmas Date with my Sissy. Thanks to @paradisedynastyph for making this possible. Just for the back story, I have won 1.5k worth of Gift Check from their giveaway. And we are indeed blessed kasi instead of just receiving 1.5k, I got 2k since they don't have 500 worth of GC. 😁 Thank you Lord for this CHRISTmas gift! But I hope next time kasama na po namin yung buo naming family. #Blessed #ParadiseDynastyPH #CHRISTmasDate #CHRISTmasCelebration #JESUShasthereasonfortheseason #SavioursBirth #classrestaurant #2kGC (at Paradise Dynasty) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJT_8N_HBLT/?igshid=17bkg6nhw2k70

[bestfriendtots-blog]

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[miake]

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[chizbun]

That majestic dragon! I miss Paradise Dynasty already! #paradisedynastyph #paradisedynasty #chizbun #chizbuneats (at SM Aura Premier) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bs7UniBlvO7/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=17czd4cnd4nbr

[jayveeardona]

Hooray! 🎉🎊 #HappyNewYear First photo this year. Visit @paradisedynastyph, located at L2, S Maison, Conrad Manila, Seaside Blvd. Cor. Coral Way, MOA. It is a modern Chinese cuisine with prestigious and eye catching designs that caters your sumptuous and favorite chinese food. Don’t miss out their colorful and tasty Xiao Long Bao. ✨💯 💯 . . . . . . . @zomatoph #zomatoph #chinesestyle #foodblogger #foodie #foodstyling #chinese #paradisedynastyph #bloggerph #bookyapp #bookymanila #loolooapp #foodlover #XiaoLongBao #chinese #authentic #cozy #foodporn #wheretoeat #foodphotographer #smaisonconrad #pinoyblog #foodgasm #blogger #welcome2018

[thetravelingheels]

Best Xiao Long Bao with the best view of Manila Bay at @ParadiseDynastyPh 😍 Go to www.marjsia.com for a detailed review of each of the dishes I got to try!✨#ParadiseDynastyPh (at Paradise Dynasty At Conrad Hotel)

[iyenho]

Food foood fooood Sunday is family food trip day!!!~ #food #foodporn #dumplings #paradisedynastyph #foodtrip #manila #familytrip #family #colorful #yummy

[sheerieful]

3/3 好吃 👌🏼 #paradisedynastyph #paradisedynasty xiaolonbao #foodporn #food #vsco #vscocam #vscophile #photography #sheersnaps (at Paradise Dynasty)

[thegreatbourbon]

Freshly made hand-pulled silky noodles with flavorful pork wonton and extra savory hot chilli vinaigrette sauce. 📸: La Mian with Pork Wonton in Hot Chilli Vinaigrette @paradisedynastyph ! . . . . . . . . . . #lamian #drynoodles #porkwonton #paradisedynasty #lutongpinoy #lutongbahay #panlasangpinoy #pinoyfood #filipinofood #pinoyfoodie #homecooking #discovermnl #dmfoodseries #wheninmanila #whattoeatph #manilaeatup #eatpilipinas #foodgrammerph #filipinofoodmovement #forkspoonmanila #thefoodiestation #foodinfluencerph #welovetoeatph #adobonation #ulamideas #choosephilippines #chewmanila #southfoodies #Ilocanofoodcollab #worldspinoyhomechefs (at Paradise Dynasty) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd0KziFJtdi/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[thehungrykat1]

Paradise Dynasty Opens New Outlet at the Podium

I often dream about the Signature 8-Flavor Xiao Long Bao of Paradise Dynasty and how I would love to eat a basket of those Black Truffle flavored ones, but it’s so hard to go all the way to Mall of Asia to satisfy my cravings. Thankfully, my dreams have finally been answered as Paradise Dynasty opens its second branch at the Podium in Ortigas Center.

I live in Quezon City, so this new branch is really a great location for those who live near the northern part of Metro Manila. You can find Paradise Dynasty on the second floor of the newly renovated Podium. Paradise Dynasty is a popular international franchise which originated from Singapore. They specialize in serving awesome Xiao Long Bao and other delightful Shanghainese dishes. I was able to try their rainbow-colored Xiao Long Bao for the first time last year at their branch in S Maison at Conrad Manila (Read: Legendary Xiao Long Bao at Paradise Dynasty) and now I’m sure I will be back more often with this new branch that is closer to home.

It was also just my second time to visit the new Podium and guests may not even recognize it from the original mall. This is because it is actually a totally different building located just beside the first Podium, which is now being renovated for another purpose. The new Podium is elegantly spacious with lots of natural lighting and sleek architectural curves.

The new Paradise Dynasty is just as classy and elegant, with interiors that remind me of those golden palaces in China where emperors and dynasties used to live. The interiors may be a little less opulent and intricate than their Mall of Asia branch (see here), but the ambiance is still as enchanting.

The restaurant also has an open kitchen and diners can see a live theatre of chefs preparing the star of the show at Paradise Dynasty, the Xiao Long Bao. These bite-sized bundles of flavor are meticulously prepared by hand, one by one, and only upon order, so it takes a lot of training and skill to properly finish these dumplings. 

The new branch also has its own VIP rooms which are actually bigger than the one at the Mall of Asia outlet. This is where my friends and I will be having our exquisite lunch featuring the restaurant’s specialties.

I started with some Homemade Barley Water (P80) which can be ordered hot or cold. This refreshing and healthy beverage is the best to pair up with your baskets of Xiao Long Bao. Diners can also choose to have hot tea served in this golden tea pot.

The Signature Original Xiao Long Bao (P188-6pcs / P298-10pcs) is always the most popular item at Paradise Dynasty. These soupy pork dumplings are carefully made using thin dumpling wrappers that should not break easily when you pick them up with your chopsticks. Paradise Dynasty makes sure that each dumpling weighs around 25 grams and has exactly 18 folds, so you get the same experience from your first to your last bite. Many other restaurants offer Xiao Long Bao but it takes an expert to prepare them the way they should be. 

There is also a proper way to eat your Xiao Long Bao. First of all, do not just pick up and swallow the dumpling in one whole bite because you will definitely burn your tongue and mouth if you do so. The Xiao Long Bao are filled with hot soup so you should nibble a small hole first to let the steam out and take a few sips of the tasty broth. That’s when you can then eat the entire dumpling and enjoy its flavors.

What sets Paradise Dynasty apart from all the rest is their Specialty Dynasty Xiao Long Bao (P388). This basket contains eight different flavors of Xiao Long Bao which are color coded for easy reference. Paraside Dynasty is the first restaurant which offered this kind of colored Xiao Long Bao set and while some establishments have already tried to copy it, they remain the pioneers and will always be remembered for putting their legendary Xiao Long Bao on the global foodie map.

The Signature Original (white) in the middle is surrounded by seven different variants such as Ginseng (green), Foie Gras (brown), Black Truffle (black), Cheese (yellow), Crab Roe (orange), Garlic (gray), and Szechuan (red). First-timers should always try this basket and see which flavors they like most. My favorites are the Cheese, Foie Gras, and most especially the Black Truffle Xiao Long Bao. Once you know your favorite flavors, you can then order each Xiao Long Bao basket with just one type of dumpling (P230/P330-6pcs).

Paradise Dynasty also offers an extensive menu featuring other appetizers, dimsum, and hot dishes that should complete any grand feast or celebration. The Pork Dumpling in Hot Chili Vinaigrette (P168) is another version of dumplings that will give a spicy and garlicky kick. This should also serve as a great appetizer.

One of the new items at Paradise Dynasty is the Charcoal Custard Lava Bun (P188). This Darth Vader-looking bun is actually quite heavenly with its gooey salted egg yolk custard that just oozes out when you bite it. The custard has just the right amount of flavor, not too rich or salty, so you can finish all three pieces in one sitting if you don’t want to share. I actually prefer having my custard bun as a dessert instead of an appetizer.

A healthier option would be the Lettuce Roll with Homemade Sesame Sauce (P288). You can take a bite of these very crunchy lettuce rolls after you dip them into the roasted sesame dressing. It’s more like a deconstructed salad with better presentation.

The Radish Pastry (P138) is one of their recommended items with its regal appearance and texture. Open the crusty outer layer to reveal the warm shredded radish inside. You can also try the Steamed Glutinous Rice Stuffed in Red Dates (P238) with its sticky rice wrapped inside the sweet red dates. These are very popular in China for their health benefits.

Other interesting appetizers you can order include the Stir-Fried Shredded Pork in Black Bean Sauce (P388) which are served with Chinese Crepes. Place the savory shredded pork inside the crepes and bite away. Another new item is the Chilled Baby Spinach with Vermicelli (P288) which is another healthy alternative. We also tried their Scrambled Egg White with Fish and Conpoy (P328) which is similar to a rich egg drop soup, or have some Chilled Jellyfish and Seafood in Vinaigrette (P328) if you love jellyfish and shrimp.

Paradise Dynasty is also popular for its La Mian or hand pulled noodles which originated from China with a history of over 400 years. It used to be just a local street delight before a Ming Dynasty Emperor gave it a culinary title with its graceful and majestic hand pulling preparation. We had the La Mian with Scallion Oil (P200), combined with their Signature Pork Bone Soup with its high level of protein and collagen, simmered under slow fire for twelve hours.

One of their Szechuan specialties is the Poached Sliced Fish in Szechuan Chili Oil (P788) which is really as powerful as it looks. You can choose from less spicy to very spicy, but it will still pack quite a strong kick. This bowl is good for up to four adventurous persons.

One of my favorite hot dishes at Paradise Dynasty is the Stir-Fried Beef with Scallion (P388). These tender slices of beef are cooked in oyster sauce resulting in a rich and very flavorful dish that would really go well with fried rice.

They also have two new hot dishes that scored very well with my taste buds. The Kung Pao Chicken (P298) is a classic Szechuan dish made with spicy stir-fried chicken together with peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers. The spiciness is just right and the flavors of the chicken are really highlighted.

I love prawns so I really liked their new Crispy-fried Crystal Prawns served with Salted Egg Yolk (P588). Like the Charcoal Custard Lava Bun, this dish is only available in the Philippine outlets of Paradise Dynasty because we Filipinos all love salted egg. I don’t mind having this entire plate for myself because it also has balanced salted egg flavors without being too rich.

For desserts, we had the Pan-fried Pumpkin Pastry (P138) and the Pan-fried Pancake with Red Bean Paste (P168) with their crunchy texture and soft fillings to end our meal on a high note.

Each visit to Paradise Dynasty has always been a delightful experience and now it will get even better since I don’t have to travel all the way to the Mall of Asia complex. I am glad that they have opened a branch in Ortigas, so I’ll be back really soon with my family to satisfy all our Xiao Long Bao cravings.

Paradise Dynasty

2/F, The Podium, 18 ADB Ave, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City

682-3333

www.facebook.com/paradisedynastyph

www.paradisegp.com

[theadventuresofjogpen]

We visited the branch of Paradise Dynasty Philippines at The Podium . It is spacious, and is not populated. Safety protocols were observed too. VIP rooms are available (good for private meetings, special appointments, etc). We were immediately assisted by Jojo (manager) and other staff. So far, service is excellent.

Paradise Dynasty features a wide range of menu consisting of northern and southern Chinese cuisine. We got to try some of their bestselling offerings.

Their Specialty Dynasty Xiao Long Bao (8 flavors) is best eaten in following orders to enjoy optimum tasting: Original, Ginseng, Foie Gras, Black Truffle, Cheesy, Crab Roe, Garlic, Szechuan.

Another appetizer often categorized as a dessert is their Charcoal Custard Lava Bun. It's oozing with creamy salted egg yolk custard.

I must say, I love the Crispy-fried Crystal Prawns tossed in Salted Egg Yolk. The salted egg coating was thick and generous. I can't get enough of it.

Surprisingly, the Lettuce Roll was interesting. It was crispy and the sesame sauce's flavorful taste complements the lettuce.

It's my first time to try their Radish Pastry. It was soft and flaky. The sliced radish has a mild taste. Easy to chew. It's a good starter.

You should also try the Stir-fried Beef with Scallion. This dish highlights a sweet savory flavored sauce tossed in tender caramelized beef.

Spicy Szechuan Crispy Chicken is a serious bestseller too. It's has that spicy kick that's not irritating in the mouth. Chicken bits were easy to chew as well.

Other dishes to try:

- Kung Pao Chicken

- Pork Dumpling in Hot Chili Vinaigrette

- Xiao Long Bao

- Poached Chicken Szechuan Style

- Steamed Glutinous Rice

- Seasonal Fruit (Drinks)

#paradisedynastyph

#thepodiummall

📍2/F, The Podium, ADB Avenue, Ortigas, Mandaluyong City

📞 8 682-3333

Other branches:

📍 S Maison at Conrad Manila, Pasay City

📍 SM Aura Premier, Taguig City

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[anjcolumna]

Black Truffle Xiao Long Bao 🖤 @paradisedynastyph https://www.instagram.com/p/B_wJxednMwN/?igshid=1povt9pq7jzpr

[bestfriendtots-blog]

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[stacysloft]

Sharing these @ParadiseDynastyPh colorful XLB w/ the people who add color to my daily life: my family. 💕 #tsinoyfoodies #xlb #xiaolongbao #paradisedynasty #goodfood #foodtrip #rapsa (at Paradise Dynasty)