First time trying Kung Pao Chicken — completely converted

I had never tried Kung Pao Chicken before this visit and I wasn't sure what to expect. The bold and numbing taste hit immediately and made sense of the dish in a way descriptions never quite do. oyster sauce is an ingredient I'd not encountered used quite like this before.

The a bustling dim sum hall setting added something to the experience — this kind of food makes sense in that environment. Chinese cuisine encompasses eight major regional schools with distinct ingredients and techniques. My server recommended Tsingtao beer alongside and it was exactly right. I've been telling everyone to try Kung Pao Chicken. Outstanding first encounter.