Michelin Star Chinese Dim Sum in Manila

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Apparently, Tim Ho Wan has one Michelin star.  Came across their branch in Makati.

 
 
Ordered pork buns, fried tofu and some shrimp.  Nothing fancy.  But pretty good.  Reminded me of Din Tai Fung, another dim sum place with a Michelin star.  

The food scene in Manila is getting really interesting.


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