Renowned for the fusion of cooking and dining, congee base hot pot has risen in popularity. This delectable dining experience, native to Shunde in Guangdong Province, involves simmering seafood, meat, and vegetables in rice porridge. A local gastronomic delight is now within reach, thanks to Cosmopolitan, which brings this cuisine to the heart of Hong Kong.

Ordering

An exciting seafood experience awaits at a fixed price per head (~HKD 250). Guests can customize their meal by selecting a prime ingredient to pair with the congee base, usually a crab or lobster, complemented with clams. Five types of seafood, including abalone, shrimp, and shellfish, are available from a list of seven, subject to availability. Additionally, eight choices from an array of food selections that include beef, pork, and dumplings can be selected. For an added layer of flavor, diced vegetables, such as taro, pumpkin, and sweet corn, are provided to cook in the rice porridge base.

One unique aspect of this dining experience is that all the flavors from the cooked food are absorbed into the congee base. To fully appreciate the culinary journey, it is essential to consume the flavorful congee towards the end of the meal.

Seafood enthusiasts will find this gastronomic experience irresistible. Numerous reviews praise Cosmopolitan for its value-for-money offerings. Due to its popularity, advance reservations are highly recommended despite having several branches in Hong Kong. While the restaurant typically bustles with the chatter of group diners and seating may be close, the exciting array of food and the culinary delight of the final product— a rich, flavourful congee— is worth the buzz.