Xi Home Dumplings Bay is bringing a new take on the taste of Northeastern China to East London this festive season, with the launch of its limited-edition Christmas specials.
From the start of December, the Spitalfields restaurant will be serving even more dishes inspired by founder Wenjun’s childhood, reimagined with her signature East-meets-West approach. The new offerings celebrate traditional flavours, crafted to capture the warmth and nostalgia of winter celebrations from across the world with a contemporary flair. Here’s a snapshot of what you can enjoy:
Deep-Fried Shredded Radish Balls: A beloved holiday staple, serving up a crispy shell with a soft interior, seasoned and sizzling in hot oil.
Prawn and Fish Roe Wontons with Chilli Oil: Tossed in Xi Home’s signature dry-mix sauce and finished with fiery chilli oil for a punchy, flavour-packed bite.
Clay Pot Braised Beef Short Ribs with Tomato and Sweet Cabbage: Tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs inspired by Wenjun’s grandfather’s winter stews, blending Northeastern heartiness with Western slow-braising techniques.
Osmanthus-Stewed Pear: A delicate dessert with pear gently stewed in golden osmanthus syrup, paired with osmanthus cream cheese and jelly for a floral, East-meets-West finish.
To add to the festive treats, Xi Home also introduces a two-part Christmas donut range. The Christmas Wreath Donut features a savoury New Orleans chicken filling and decorated dough, while the second donut offers a festive white-and-red design with Dubai chocolate-style pistachio filling. Priced at £7 each or two for £12, the handmade donuts can be collected from the Spitalfields store. They make the perfect self-care treat or the ideal gift, to be given alongside bottles of Xi Home’s handmade chilli oil (£8.50), dumpling-making class vouchers (£49.46), or branded merchandise including mugs, tote bags, and fridge magnets.
Xi Home has thoroughly earned its place as East London’s go-to spot for the city’s best dumplings, bringing Northern Chinese home-style cooking to the city. The Spitalfields restaurant focuses on merging traditional flavours with inventive techniques, creating a menu that delights both regulars and newcomers alike, with its focus on quality, creativity, and seasonally inspired dishes.
You can book your table and find out more about Xi Home’s festive menu additions, Christmas donuts, and masterclasses right here.
