Cantonese cuisine is one of the eight culinary traditions of Chinese cuisine known for its mild flavors, low fat content, and fresh ingredients. It features mild sauces and uses stir-frying and steaming as cooking techniques. Dim sum is typically enjoyed in the afternoon with tea. Rice dishes in Cantonese cuisine range from simple steamed white rice to more elaborate options like fried rice or clay pot rice. Seafood, such as fish, shrimp, and crab, is commonly incorporated due to the region's coastal location.
Aside from the food offerings, a Cantonese restaurant provides a relaxed dining experience emphasizing sharing dishes and enjoying a leisurely meal with friends and family.