Cantonese Cuisine at Dainty House Restaurant
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Which dish is NOT mentioned as a specialty of Dainty Restaurant?

  • Bihon Guisado
  • Siopao
  • Adobo (correct)
  • Pancit Guisado

In what year did Dainty Restaurant relocate to J.M.Basa Street?

  • 1995
  • 1929
  • 1940 (correct)
  • 1996

Who became the sole owner of Dainty Restaurant in 1996?

  • Robert Jr.
  • Chung Sai (correct)
  • Fernando Lopez
  • Maria Esperanza

What culinary tradition does Dainty Restaurant primarily focus on?

<p>Cantonese cuisine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following ingredients is used as a slurry for thickening in the Pancit Sun Yat Sen recipe?

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Which of these roles currently belongs to Robert Jr. at Dainty Restaurant?

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What type of broth is suggested for the Pancit Sun Yat Sen dish?

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What was a significant event that Dainty Restaurant survived in its history?

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What is included in the filling of the King Siopao?

<p>Ham, Chinese sausage, chicken-pork adobo, and egg (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much does the Regular Siopao cost?

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What method is used to prepare siopao?

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Which siopao is described as having a filling of bacon, Chinese sausage, chicken-pork adobo, and eggs?

<p>Queen Siopao (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for visiting Roberto's early?

<p>To avoid long lines and sell out (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic is noted about the size of the siopao?

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Which ingredient is NOT mentioned as part of the siopao filling preparation?

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What is the cultural origin of siopao?

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What are the main ingredients found in the Queen Siopao?

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In which year was Roberto's established as a restaurant?

<p>1978 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What inspired Vicente Claude 'Dako' Yap to open Roberto's restaurant?

<p>The bankruptcy of his family's bazaar and culinary skills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Roberto's specifically noted in Iloilo's food culture?

<p>It is known for its siopao with heavy delicious filling (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Roberto's siopao from other siopao varieties?

<p>The size and flavorful mix of fillings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of secret seasonings in the sauce preparation mentioned?

<p>They enhance the flavor profile (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a characteristic of the siopao served at Roberto's?

<p>Contains only vegetables (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase best encapsulates Roberto's philosophy towards its food?

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Roberto's Siopao

A famous Filipino-Chinese restaurant specializing in a traditional steamed bun filled with meat, considered the best in Iloilo.

Siopao

A traditional Chinese-Filipino steamed bun filled with meat, such as pork, chicken, or adobo.

Queen Siopao

Roberto's most famous siopao, filled with bacon, Chinese sausage, chicken-pork adobo, and an egg.

Cornstarch Slurry

A mixture of cornstarch and liquid used to thicken sauces.

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Thicken Sauce

To make a sauce thicker by stirring in a cornstarch slurry and continuing to cook until it reaches a desired glossy texture.

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Combine Noodles and Meatballs

Adding cooked noodles to a pan with meatballs and sauce, then tossing to evenly coat the noodles with the sauce.

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Adjust Seasoning

Adding salt and additional seasonings to a dish to enhance the flavor after cooking is completed.

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Calle Real (J.M.Basa St.)

The historic street in Iloilo City where Roberto's Restaurant is located.

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Dainty Restaurant's Establishment

Established in 1929 by three chefs (Chung Sai, Kong Kee, and Tam Lee Hee), Dainty began at Wing Kee's original location in Iloilo City.

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Dainty Restaurant's Cuisine Shift

While starting with American dishes, Dainty eventually became famous for its Cantonese cuisine offerings.

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Dainty Restaurant's Relocation

From Ledesma Street to J.M. Basa Street in 1940, and subsequently to the James Building on Iznart Street following the 1995 building damage.

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Dainty Restaurant's Family Ownership

The Chung family, led by Chung Sai and daughter Maria Esperanza, managed Dainty Restaurant and maintained its unique recipes.

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Dainty Restaurant's Famous Dishes

Dainty's renowned menu includes Pancit Guisado, Bihon Guisado, Siopao, and pan de leche.

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Dainty Restaurant's Patrons

Dainty attracted famous patrons like Vice President Fernando Lopez and others.

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Pancit Sun Yat Sen ingredients

Pancit Sun Yat Sen has components like meatballs, light soy sauce, vegetable broth, cornstarch, garlic, onion, carrot, cabbage, salt, cooking oil and pork.

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Pancit Sun Yat Sen Procedure

The dish's preparation involves boiling noodles, sautéing aromatics, stirring-frying vegetables, adding meatballs, and finally, preparing the sauce.

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Siopao

A traditional Filipino Chinese snack, a steamed bun filled with meat.

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Queen Siopao

Roberto's signature siopao, large and filled with bacon, Chinese sausage, adobo, and egg, said to be more flavorful.

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King Siopao

A smaller version of the Queen Siopao, filled with ham, Chinese sausage, adobo, and egg.

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Jumbo Siopao

A siopao filled with Chinese sausage, pork adobo, and egg, meant for a 'manageable snack'.

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Regular Siopao

A basic siopao filled with pork adobo and egg.

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Siopao filling

The meat and egg mixture inside the bun, cooked with soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, and cornstarch.

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Siopao dough

The dough used for making siopao, made with flour, yeast, sugar, salt, baking powder, water, and oil.

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Siopao price

Prices for siopao from Reg, to Jumbo, King, to Queen, Php 60, 100, 150, 180 respectively.

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Study Notes

Dainty House Restaurant

  • Established in 1929, located on Ledesma Street in Iloilo City.
  • Initially focused on American cuisine, later transitioned to Cantonese.
  • Became a popular dining spot, frequented by notable figures such as Vice President Fernando Lopez.
  • Survived WWII and family-run for generations, with emphasis on authenticity.
  • Relocated from J.M. Basa Street to the James Building on Iznart Street due to unsafe building conditions.
  • Managed by daughter Maria Esperanza ("Pancing") and son Robert Jr.
  • Offers Pancit Guisado, Bihon Guisado, Siopao, and pan de leche.

Pancit Sun Yat Sen Ingredients

  • Meatballs:
    • Light soy sauce
    • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
    • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup water
    • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 1 carrot, julienned
    • 1/4 cabbage, sliced thinly
    • Salt - 2 tbsp.
    • Cooking oil
    • Pork

Roberto's

  • Located on Calle Real (J.M. Basa Street) in Iloilo.
  • Known for its siopao, a Filipino-Chinese snack.
  • Established in 1978.
  • Considered one of the oldest, most famous, largest, and best-tasting siopao in Iloilo.
  • Offers various siopao options: Queen, King, Jumbo, and Regular.
  • Filled with meat (pork, chicken, adobo) and eggs.
  • Unique qualities: No sauce needed for flavor, large size.

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Explore the rich history and menu of the Dainty House Restaurant, established in 1929 in Iloilo City. This quiz delves into its evolution from American to Cantonese cuisine, notable patrons, and family legacy. Test your knowledge on their signature dishes like Pancit Guisado and Siopao.

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