The spicy-hot Hunan cuisine here is served in a serene setting, with live Chinese classical music as accompaniment on certain evenings. Crispy fried-fish "butterflies" (thinly sliced carp pieces deep-fried and dipped in a very sweet coating) make a delicious appetizer. The spicy fried chicken with chili may well set your mouth on fire; if you like things milder, stick with the codfish fillet with fried minced beans—the chewy and nutty bean paste goes perfectly with the fillet's soft texture. For an authentic experience try the warm Shaoxing wine; request lemon slices with the wine for a zestier aroma.
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