Food isn’t just fuel—it’s a love letter from the past, stitched together by generations of hands, hearts, and stories. This Women’s Day, Chowman in Koramangala invites you to pull up a chair and dig into dishes that carry the soul of Chinese kitchens, where women turned simple ingredients into unforgettable meals. From cozy village hearths in Hunan to lively tea houses in Shanghai, these unsung heroes didn’t just cook—they created legacies. And now, their recipes are alive in every dish we serve.
Hunan Chicken: Spice, Sweat, and Grandma’s Secret
Picture this: humid Hunan summers, kitchens buzzing with laughter, and women tossing fiery chilies into sizzling woks. That’s where Hunan Chicken was born. Generations of moms and grandmas believed a good kick of spice could chase away the sticky heat, and boy, were they right. Forget subtlety—Hunan doesn’t do subtle. It’s all about raw, unapologetic heat from chilies ground by hand and garlic that’s been fried just right. At Chowman, we keep their spirit alive—one mouthful of our Hunan Chicken, and you’ll taste the grit of those women who refused to let the weather (or life) dull their fire.
Shanghai Noodles: Where Tea Met Tradition
Old Shanghai tea houses weren’t just for sipping—they were where women worked magic. Between pouring tea and swapping stories, they’d whip up noodles that could make a stranger feel like family. Our Shanghai Noodles? They’re a nod to those multitasking matriarchs. Imagine hand-pulled dough dancing in a blazing wok, kissed by soy sauce and fermented bean paste. The result? A smoky, savory hug in a bowl. Every slurp is a reminder of the women who turned humble ingredients into something extraordinary.
Baos: Fluffy Pockets of Love
Before baos became Instagram stars, they were packed into lunchboxes by moms rushing to feed their kids. Getting that dough just right—soft, pillowy, perfect—took patience. Hours of kneading, waiting, folding. In imperial kitchens, women turned bao-making into art, crafting delicate pleats that hid juicy surprises inside. At Chowman, every bite of our baos whispers, “This one’s for you, Grandma.” Because behind every fluffy bun? There’s a woman who refused to cut corners.
Dim Sums: Tiny Treasures, Big Legacy
Dim sum means “touch the heart”—and honestly, what’s more heartfelt than a grandma’s hands shaping dumplings? In Guangdong, generations of women turned this into an art form. Each pleat, each pinch, was a silent promise: This one’s made with love. At Chowman, we’re still folding dim sums the old-school way. Why? Because shortcuts don’t taste the same. Every dumpling is a tiny tribute to the aunties and grandmas who knew that good food isn’t rushed.
When you bite into Chowman’s Hunan Chicken or cradle a steamy bao this Women’s Day, remember the women who stirred, chopped, and perfected these dishes long before they hit our menus. They weren’t just cooks—they were innovators, storytellers, and the backbone of kitchens across China. So let’s raise a fork to them. Because the best flavors? They’re the ones seasoned with history.
Join us at Chowman Koramangala and taste the legacy. After all, nothing says “thank you” like a full belly and a happy heart.
