WHY GO? Jasmin may not be the most modern of eateries but it has earned a devoted following for its authentic Cantonese cuisine and seafood specialties. Its lunchtime dim sum selection is a highlight.

WHAT TO ORDER? Jasmin’s lunchtime dim sum selection is extensive, with deep-fried taro and steamed crab’s claw among the highlights. At dinner, salt-baked cuttlefish makes a satisfying opener, with the squid hitting the sweet spot in terms of texture and seasoning. Deep-fried prawn balls, meanwhile, are juicy, meaty morsels paired with traditional plum dipping sauce. Dried scallop, abalone and seafood soup is a smooth and savoury blend that provides a worthy counterpoint to the appetisers. Hot pot lobster is a house specialty, though stir-fried lobster with XO sauce is possibly the more flavourful option. Peking duck is another house specialty. The duck skin is served with pancakes, cucumber and hoisin sauce, though the meat, fried separately, is perhaps a little overdone. Fried rice Yang Chow style, with generous smatterings of duck, chicken and prawn, makes an excellent side.

The wine list is short, though extensive enough to provide reasonable pairs to the variety of cuisine on offer.