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MAGAZINE, January 2004
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Korean-style snacks at Chi Hua Jia
198, DaYe Rd.
(04) 2329-5588 Hours: 11:30 am- 9
pm (closed Wednesdays) |
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When
some people first see the Chinese name of this place, "Chi
Hua Jia", they may associate it with China's legendary art
of making things invisible ("chi men duen jia"). However,
the name here is simply translated from a similar-sounding Korean
phrase, "Chi Hua Ja", meaning "Great!" or "Fantastic!",
that crowds would traditionally shout out to bring peace and
prosperity during their revelries. The owner, surnamed Chi, used
to be an engineering consultant and is very good at planning
things. His wife, on the other hand, is fond of delicious food.
This couple complements each other. After eating their cuisine,
many people became interested in selling similar items. Their
genuine seafood spicy fish soup hot pot contains many ingredients.
Rumor has it that this is the favorite dish of the male and female
leads in "Love in Winter". Rice, served in stoneware,
is stirred with green vegetables, eggs and meat, creating a fresh
and fun dining experience, as you stir and eat from the sizzling
stone pot. The Fried Seafood Cake, and Sweet and Spicy Kimchi
pot are enough to make some diners shout with joy. The very chewy,
delicious Spicy Fried Rice Cake is well worth a try. You can
also enjoy some healthy drinks at Chi Hua Jia. Genuine Korean
Wine and hot red ginseng honey tea provide great winter comfort.
Another thing worth mentioning is that all the waiters and waitresses
have been nicknamed after Korean Stars. If you take a closer
look at their name cards, you will find "He Li Hsiu", "Chang
Dong Jian" and others, providing a bit of humor to go
with your food.
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