It’s ‘Shanghai Nights’ in Kochi from the 22^nd of September, Kochiites. So make sure you indulge in the best Chinese food Kochi can offer. Drop in at ‘Bombay Bistro’ at The Center Hotel, Panampilly Nagar. Located at Avenue Center, the hotel is easily accessible and has been in the news for the amazing food it has been serving Kochiites.

This Chinese food fest will end on the 16^th of October, and they would serve you yummy ‘a la carte’ from which you can choose what you prefer for your taste buds. Yummy soups, slurpy noodles, and Szechwan at the best, you name it, they have it. For more details, contact them at 0484- 41 41 222, 9539 008 106 or 9995 488 880.

 

he authenticity of our Chinese restaurants has always been at stake. And sadly, Kochi has never had the opportunity to taste ‘the real Chinese food’ ever. Even though with a few restaurants ‘claiming’ to serve good Chinese, we know that it is more or less the usual business tactic to attract customers. Hence, the question here arises. Is it that Kochiites are not fond of Chinese, or is it easy to cheat on us (like what is happening in the current scenario)?

Experts have claimed that Kochi, as of now, does not have a real bona fide Chinese restaurant. It seems, even the names for the restaurant (which are written in Chinese) is fake! Well, this goes not only for Chinese. We see the same trend happening for North Indian, Continental, etc. We must admit the fact that, however smart we are (as we think so ), our restaurant owners and entrepreneurs are making quite a good fortune by playing this smart prank on us! And we, the unlucky ones, always end up in these restaurants, mainly because we do not have ‘any other choice’.

For our city where even authentic Kerala food is hard to find, North Indian and Chinese reliable food is out of question. But let’s pray for a day, when we shall get to taste some real genuine food!

“Fan-Fang” in chinese means ‘good food’. And it rightly so at the Fan Fang Chinese food joint at Manorama Junction, Panampilly Nagar. Started in 2001, a venture by parent company Sreyas multi food court, it has since then become a prominet part of Panampilly nagar. Thronged by crowds of all age groups, with take out as an option for the lazy, it is a popular spot to eat at.

Fan Fang is nicely located so that it can be easily located from the intersection after the South Overbridge. With a subtle chinese look from outside and less so inside, don’t let the decor or ambiance fool you. Just because it does not fit exactly into a ‘chinese’ ambiance doesn’t make the restaurant’s food taste bad. Well lit and airy, the simplistic spartan style may be liked by those who prefer good food to cosmetic appearances.
Food itself is hot and piping, the kitchen is open to your gaze so that you have your heart at ease and your stomach growling waiting eagerly wishing that each order that comes next is yours! Soups take a deviation from your regular ‘chinese’ menus.

The menu has nearly 200 different dishes to choose from, Both chinese and the new thai dishes they have added. Soups like the Fish Tom-Yum, mixed seafood soup and the chicken talumein soup are some of the favourites. Starters was more of a confusion with french fries to drums of heavens to make your mouth water. You can also go for some of their momo’s served in wooden baskets to add that ‘authentic’ touch.Taking on the main course you can go for something from the variety of combo meals or order rice and noodles with side dishes of your choice, ranging from vegetarian delights, seafood, poultry, beef and lamb. Be sure to try their tofu as they are one the restaurants that makes some of the best tofu dishes. A reminder for the health conscious. Crackling spinach with tofu is one of their signature tofu dishes, which is also available with paneer.

With a bewitching list of rice and noodles to choose from, the whole process is daunting yet enjoyable. Who doesn’t enjoy food? If you are too lazy to choose a rice and a side dish then go for one of their Hot sizzler platters, which is served with rice and vegetables. With a choice of seafood, meat and paneer, have a try of sizzlers done in Chinese style. What’s not best to have a sweet ending to your experience by indulging one of their desserts.

Fan Fang has a special offer on weekdays. There is a discount of 15% which is a pretty good deal. So if you have a craving for chinese food any day of the week in between monday and friday, check Fan Fang out. They also cater to parties and have a party hall with a seating capacity of 100.

To have a meal in house or take out either ways, the quality of the food is good. For a meal of two with soups, a starter and a rice and a side dish, it would cost you Rs 200 per person. If it leaves you satisfied and full then it’s worth the money. Don’t let this article be the judge, eat there and find out yourself the delights of Fen Fang.

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