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Suilan by Susanna Foo

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Mistinguett

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We've been invited for a friend's birthday at Suilan and I looked over the menu, but there are too many dishes that sound interesting.

I did a search and I understand that Peking Duck is a must try, is there anything else?

I promise a report if anyone is interested.

The human mouth is called a pie hole. The human being is called a couch potato... They drive the food, they wear the food... That keeps the food hot, that keeps the food cold. That is the altar where they worship the food, that's what they eat when they've eaten too much food, that gets rid of the guilt triggered by eating more food. Food, food, food... Over the Hedge
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I,ve neve been ,but would love a report on the experience as i have been a fan of Susanna Foo,s for a long time and am very interested in her cuisine these days-TIA

Dave s

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We've been invited for a friend's birthday at Suilan and I looked over the menu, but there are too many dishes that sound interesting.

I did a search and I understand that Peking Duck is a must try, is there anything else?

I promise a report if anyone is interested.

My wife and I were there after Christmas last year and had a really good time. I had sticker shock initially but the food was prepared really well and the servings quite generous. I can't remember the details other than everything was good and we ordered a lot more than we can finish. Go in hungry.

Cirilo

"There is something uncanny in the noiseless rush of the cyclist, as he comes into view, passes by, and disappears."

Popular Science, 1891

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Mistinguett

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I'll definitely be hungry, that's a sure thing - we're driving there straight from work.

Cirilo, what's the dress code for men? jacket-no tie ok?

Dave, noted.

The human mouth is called a pie hole. The human being is called a couch potato... They drive the food, they wear the food... That keeps the food hot, that keeps the food cold. That is the altar where they worship the food, that's what they eat when they've eaten too much food, that gets rid of the guilt triggered by eating more food. Food, food, food... Over the Hedge
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Cirilo, what's the dress code for men? jacket-no tie ok?

Dave, noted.

I had a jacket and tie. I don't remember the other diners as I had my eyes only on my wife. :wink: You won't go wrong if you have a tie on but remember this is a casino. You may see some high rollers wearing jeans and sweater.

Have a great time.

Cirilo

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"There is something uncanny in the noiseless rush of the cyclist, as he comes into view, passes by, and disappears."

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I've recently had lunch at Susanna Foo several times and the Hot and Sour soup and the Potstickers are really good. I've always had good luck with the fish entrees at Susanna Foo as well. And the Hunan Lamb is delicious too. Looking at Suilan's menu online, the prices are a bit higher but preparations are similar. I'm sure if you choose things that you normally like, you'll do fine.

Have fun!

Katie M. Loeb
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Author: Shake, Stir, Pour:Fresh Homegrown Cocktails

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It was wonderful. I'll have to apologize beforehand as I don't have a way with words to describe every dish, but here's what we had.

Appetizers:

-The pork potstickers

-Wild Mushroom Chicken Dumplings with Black Truffle Sauce and Asian Micro Green

-the Lobster Raviolis with Emulsified Soy Bean Puree - Lobster Asparagus Salad

-Panko Crusted Shrimp Mousse and Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Frisée, Baby Arugula, Mango Salsa and Sun Dried Tomato Sauce.

I had the Chicken Dumplings, but I got to try the Raviolis that my husband had - both excellent, but if I had to choose a winner that would be the Raviolis. Smooth and bursting with flavor.

Entrees:

- Szechwan Seafood with Prawn, Salmon, Tuna and Scallop with Asparagus, Chinese Shanghai Cabbage and Sweet Rice

- Oven Roasted Maine Lobster and Filet Mignon with Cauliflower, Turmeric Risotto, Chinese Baby Broccoli and Patty Pan Squash

- Crispy Jumbo Shrimp with Caramelized Grand Marnier Sauce w/Red Pear Tomatoes, Florida Orange and Coconut Sweet Rice

- Seafood Pad Thai

- The Susanna Foo Fried Rice

- (I had) the Pan-Seared Jumbo Diver Scallops with Summer Truffle Sauce, Fried Parsnips, Grilled Shiitake and Herb Mashed Potatoes

Everything looked good and got raves but I was very happy with my choice. I got to try a bite of my friend's Filet Mignon and I can honestly say that it was the most tender piece of meat ever. The Pad Thai was very good also, as for the Fried Rice all I can say is that it didn't look fried at all - all pure white and fresh. I didn't try it as I was already pretty full and wanted to enjoy my dessert. And I did.

I had the Sesame ice-cream with Berries and Tapioca. A tapioca pudding on the bottom of the cup, layered with blackberries and raspberries, topped with ice cream and a triangle of tuille. Absolutely divine (and everybody agreed).

Other desserts were:

- the Assortment of Three Cheeses - the standout was a round molded creamy cheesecake-like topped with what I think was a soft caramel.

- the coconut and chocolate ice cream

However delicious, all the ice cream was slightly disappointing in texture - it melted instantly to a watery feel. You were left with the sesame taste or coconut flakes but I wish there was a little more creamy. It worked well in my dessert, but it doesn't stand well on its own IMO.

And Cirilo, you did a fine job if you managed to keep your eyes only on your wife. Lots of large tables of fine looking ladies. ;)

The human mouth is called a pie hole. The human being is called a couch potato... They drive the food, they wear the food... That keeps the food hot, that keeps the food cold. That is the altar where they worship the food, that's what they eat when they've eaten too much food, that gets rid of the guilt triggered by eating more food. Food, food, food... Over the Hedge
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