The practice of frying certain items in front of the customers became popular during the late 1980's and early 1990's. It became a must for the dimsum restaurants in Vancouver. it suffered the fate of all fads. Eventually they faded from the scene. This lady may be the last one in the Greater Vancouver dimsum trade.
We ordered this pan-fried rice rolls from her. It has green onions and dried shrimps with a generous sprinkle of sesame seeds on top. The brief pan frying makes the rolls a crispy on the outside with a soft interior. We've ordered it often enough for her to bring it without asking if she spotted us first.
Dimsum originated in Guangdong in general and Guangzhou in particular. It was where people gathered to discuss business and other affairs. The purpose was not to fill one's stomach but to meet people or in modern day terminology networking. It was customary to order a pot of tea and chose a couple of items from the dimsum girls.
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