# Revamped Dim Sum Classics East Wind Snack Shop's Incredible Har Gow Changes a Dumpling Staple By Justin Lam | Published 2018-05-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incredible-har-gow References: [grubstreet](http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/05/what-makes-the-har-gow-at-brooklyns-east-wind-so-impressive.html?utm_source=nym&utm_medium=f1&utm_campaign=feed-part) & [eastwindsnackshop](http://www.eastwindsnackshop.com/welcome.html) The har gow dumpling is an unchanging staple for any [dim sum menu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akin-1) but [East Wind](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/east-tea-can-express) Snack Shop is putting its own spin on the classic dish with its Incredible Har Gow. Developed by chef and owner Chris Cheung, these dumplings play off the traditional har gow but introduce a tapioca batter crust and a sauce made of abalone. When introducing the item to the East Wind Snack Shop menu, Cheung had no intention of altering the traditional har gow, but quickly changed his mind when considering the logistical challenge presented by his small eatery. While the conventional cooking method involves just a steamer, the Incredible Har Gow opt for a double-cooking method, similar to a [pan-fried and steamed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ml-dumplings) sheng jian bao. This new cooking method gives the Incredible Har Gow a thin and lacy crust that combines beautifully with the soft and gooey texture of the inside of the dumpling. Image Credit: [Liz Clayman](https://www.lizclayman.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Revamped Dim Sum Classics:** Restaurants are reinventing traditional dishes with new cooking methods and ingredients to elevate the dining experience. - **Innovative Dumpling Making Techniques:** Chefs are experimenting with different cooking methods to create new textures and flavors in dumplings. - **Elevated Sauces and Fillings:** Sauces and fillings made with high-end ingredients are becoming popular in dim sum menus across restaurants. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Restaurants and food companies can experiment with innovative recipes and cooking methods to create new and exciting menu offerings. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can incorporate unique and creative dim sum dishes to elevate their dining experiences for guests. - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers can create premium dim sum products featuring high-end ingredients for retail and wholesale. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Prawn-Paste Chicken Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/har-har-chicken.md) - [Shrimp-Forward Dumpling Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shrimp-supreme-dumplings.md) - [Dim Sum-Inspired Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dim-sum-bites.md) - [Dim Sum-Inspired Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dim-sum-sip.md) - [Snackable Indian Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-indian-kitchen-momo-dumplings.md) - [Restaurant-Quality Potstickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-potstickers.md) - [Traditionally Inspired Vegan Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-dumpling.md) - [Algae-Infused Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/too-good-to-be.md) - [Crispy Holiday Spring Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peking-duck-spring-rolls.md)