Dining Recommendation｜Fuzhou Shangri-La's Jiangnan Kitchen Rong Xiaoguan Wins Over Kids with a Bowl of Fish Noodle Soup

Coinciding with a typhoon day, meeting friends at Fuzhou Shangri-La's "Jiangnan Kitchen·Rong Xiaoguan" as a shelter turned out to be a brilliant idea! Enjoying a table of dishes blending Jiangnan and Fujian flavors with children and friends in an elegant and cozy environment was both heartwarming and satisfying. 🍀Ambience: Unlike the formal vibe of traditional Jiangnan Kitchen, Rong Xiaoguan leans towards modern elegance. The space design combines the gentleness of Jiangnan water towns with local Fuzhou elements, featuring soft lighting, well-spaced tables, and good privacy—perfect for friends to chat. [Victory]Details: Exquisite tableware and plating, comfortable seating, and background music at just the right volume that doesn’t overpower. 👦Kid-Friendly Delicacy: Xiaoguan Fish Noodle Soup Broth: Clear yet rich, with the oceanic flavor of yellow croaker fully released—no fishy taste, perfect for picky young palates. Noodles: Soft and smooth, likely intentionally cooked tender (thoughtful!). Adding some greens or carrot shreds would make it even more nutritious. 👨Gourmet Feast for Adults ✅Xiaoguan Smoked Fish A classic Huaiyang cold dish—crispy fish chunks coated in a sweet glaze. Pairing it with warm yellow wine would be perfect on a typhoon day (though drinking might be tricky with kids around). ✅Mao Xue Wang A "milder version" adjusted for Fuzhou tastes—spiciness restrained but still aromatic and numbing. Tender duck blood and crispy tripe make this dish a satisfying sweat-inducer. ✅Bottle Gourd with Razor Clams The key is plump, sand-free clams! The sweetness of bottle gourd clashes delightfully with the umami of seafood. The broth can be served separately for kids to mix with rice. ✅Shrimp Floss Satay Steamed Egg A creative fusion of Minnan and Huaiyang cuisines. The egg custard, wobbly like pudding, pairs perfectly with the slight spice of satay and the saltiness of shrimp floss—a rice-stealing star even kids love. ✅Claypot Braised Radish Radish soaked in rich broth, so tender it breaks with chopsticks—kid-friendly too. ✅Lotus Pond Stir-Fry & Yangzhou Fried Rice A double delight of freshness and carbs. Surprisingly, even the fried rice was a hit with the kids. 🌟A Dual Comfort for Taste Buds and Soul This typhoon-day meal was far more than just dining: For the kids, it was the security of a warm bowl of fish noodle soup; For friends, it was the lively chatter bubbling like the Mao Xue Wang; And for me, perhaps it was the moment the Xiaoguan smoked fish transported me back to Jiangnan—a fleeting, healing nostalgia.