Blondie in China — Food Creator on YouTube
@BlondieinChina — Shanghai, China — 582K subscribers
Hey! I'm Amy from Australia! I've been travelling around China on and off for the last 10 years now. I'm here to share some of my crazy adventures, eat some yummy food, and spread positive vibes :) xx
Restaurant Reviews by Blondie in China
China's Most Northern Hot Pot Restaurant
Beihong Village (Bei Hong Cun), Mohe, China — Chinese (Dongbei/Hot Pot)
The reviewer visited China's most northern hot pot restaurant located in Beihong Village near the Russian border. The establishment features a traditional copper hot pot with an unconventional water base infused with dried shrimp and sauerkraut, offering a unique regional twist on the classic dish. The experience captured the essence of hot pot's convenience and local ingredients available in this remote northern village.
Dongbei Big Portion Restaurant
Dongbei region, China, China — Chinese (Dongbei/Northeast)
The reviewer visited a Chinese restaurant famous for extremely large portion sizes and iconic Dongbei dishes. They found the food delicious, particularly praising the traditional winter stew and braised pork bones, though the dumpling skin was slightly thicker than ideal. The massive portions required multiple people to help finish even a few dishes.
Local street vendor (Douha fan shop)
Fing, China, China — Chinese (Sichuan/Regional Chinese)
The influencer visits a local street vendor in Fing, China specializing in douha fan (tofu pudding rice). They learn the proper way to eat it from locals - coating soft tofu in a smoky, spicy chili oil sauce infused with pickled mustard root, then mixing with rice for an incredibly flavorful dish.
Wuhan Street Food Market
Wuhan, China — Chinese, Wuhan street food
A vibrant exploration of Wuhan's famous peppery cuisine, where pepper is not optional but essential. The reviewer experiences iconic breakfast dishes like seuang and massive shamai, discovering how the intense pepper flavor profile defines Wuhan's unique food culture and becomes addictive once you're accustomed to it.
Local Southern Thai Restaurant on Koh Samui
Koh Samui, Thailand — Southern Thai
Amy discovers an authentic local Southern Thai restaurant off the tourist strip in Koh Samui that serves dishes from a daily rotating menu of prepared curries and vegetables. The dry curry and yellow sour curry showcase intense, concentrated flavors far removed from typical tourist-friendly pad Thai, with herbaceous notes, umami depth, and perfectly balanced acidity that left her amazed at how different real Southern Thai cuisine tastes.
Honki Curry Noodles
Singapore, Singapore — Asian - Curry Noodles
The reviewer discovered Honki Curry Noodles at Hong Lima Center in Singapore and praised its incredible curry and coconut-forward flavor profile. Despite a 30-minute queue, the dish's amazing taste makes it worth the wait as part of an ideal lunch itinerary.
Quen Market
Wuhan, China — Chinese, Wuhan Noodles
The reviewer discovers Wuhan's local secret for enjoying the famous hot dry noodles by ordering them wet instead, using wide chewy potato starch noodles. This variation maintains all the classic flavors of sesame sauce, garlic, and pickles while adding crucial moisture, making the dish easier and more enjoyable to eat.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast
Singapore, Singapore — Singaporean
The reviewer visits the original OG kaya butter toast establishment in Singapore that has been operating since the 70s. They enjoy the traditional preparation methods, including charcoal-toasted bread with kaya jam and butter, paired with strong local kopi coffee and runny eggs. While the steamed version was interesting, the toasted version with its crispy texture was the clear winner.
Sheng Tang (Raw Scalding Hot Pot)
Wuhan, China — Chinese - Wuhan
The video features multiple food establishments in Wuhan, with the primary focus on Sheng Tang, a specialty hot pot restaurant in Hankou known for its raw scalding cooking method. The reviewer praises the authentic experience, fresh ingredients, and excellent value for money, showcasing various dishes including tender meat, rice noodles, and traditional local preparations that highlight Wuhan's diverse evening food scene beyond its famous breakfast culture.
Bangkok Chinatown Street Food (Multiple Vendors)
Bangkok, Thailand — Thai Street Food
A delightful food adventure through Bangkok's Chinatown featuring multiple street food stops, each showcasing Thailand's exceptional pork preparations and vibrant flavors. The reviewer enjoyed classic breakfast guab soup, lunch curry rice dishes, refreshing pink milk, and evening curries, all highlighting the impeccable quality of Thai ingredients and cooking techniques.
Malatang Restaurant in Chong
Chongqing, China — Chinese - Malatang
The reviewer tries a new 'cement' malatang made with black sesame instead of the traditional white sesame at their favorite northeast China restaurant. Despite initial skepticism about it being a gimmick, the dish delivers excellent taste with its thick, creamy, nutty sauce and perfectly chewy noodles loaded with vegetables.