Aberdeen produces some of the finest Asian cuisine in Scotland, including Thai, Malaysian, Korean and Chinese. Whether out of town dining, or city centre, the city has a number of first class restaurants specialising in authentic, regional Oriental cuisine.
The main regions where food style has translated into Western culture are Shandong, Cantonese, Sichuan, and Huaiyang and these are known as the Four Great Traditions. Generally Oriental food is presented in small bite-sized pieces as knives and forks were historically viewed as weapons and therefore offensive at the table.
Chopsticks are traditionally used in their place. It is normal for each person to be served their own individual bowl of rice and for the main meal to be a communal dish served from the centre of the table. Vegetables are an important element to many oriental meals with bok choy, beansprouts and mushrooms being particularly common.
Oriental restaurants play a significant role in western dining culture. The sharing of food promotes more interaction and it is an exceptionally sociable experience. Whether you are looking for a restaurant in which to conduct a business lunch or dinner, or a casual meal with friends, Aberdeen's array of Oriental restaurants will give you food for thought.
Whilst differing in ambiance, some providing an air of unparalleled sophistication and others a more casual and intimate atmosphere, the range of excellent restaurants featured here will not disappoint.
If you are looking to entertain a number of guests, some of the city's Oriental restaurants do have private rooms available to book, and one or two even provide karaoke machines for added entertainment. Alternatively, you may prefer to eat your top quality meal in the comfort of your own home, and many of our listed establishments do have excellent takeaway services, some of which deliver to your door.
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