London is experiencing a growing interest in authentic Asian cuisine, evidenced by the influx of chains from China, Hong Kong, and Japan. Restaurants like Songhelou and Kanpai Classic exemplify this trend, showcasing regional dishes and cooking styles that appeal to a diverse audience. The founder of 3 Gorges attributes this increase to Western patrons seeking genuine Chinese flavors as well as the socio-economic factors influencing Chinese entrepreneurs. Hence, London is currently the heart of Asian culinary expansion in the West.
"From the rise in regional noodle dishes, like biangbiang and Chongqing xiaomian, to the increase of Asian supermarkets in the capital, it's clear that London's appetite for Asian food is only getting bigger."
"Li Zhang, founder of 3 Gorges, points to the growing interest in the West for authentic Chinese (rather than Anglo-Chinese) food, plus the political and economic situation in China driving well-off people to leave the country."
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