The spicy-hot Hunan cuisine here is served in a serene setting, with live Chinese classical music as accompaniment on certain evenings. Crispy fried-fish "butterflies" (thinly sliced carp pieces deep-fried and dipped in a very sweet coating) make a delicious appetizer. The spicy fried chicken with chili may well set your mouth on fire; if you like things milder, stick with the codfish fillet with fried minced beans -- the chewy and nutty bean paste goes perfectly with the fillet's soft texture. For an authentic experience try the warm Shaoxing wine; request lemon slices with the wine for a zestier aroma.
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