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Everyday Balance

Soups

Wild Watercress, Carrot & Crucian Carp Soup

Traditionally used to clear internal heat, ease joint aches, and relieve sore throats

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Ginkgo Nut, Fox Nut & Squab Soup

Traditionally used to tonify the kidneys, reduce urinary frequency, and ease nighttime waking to urinate

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4 bowls

Soups

Almond Powder, Fresh & Dried Cabbage, Pork Lung & Pork Rib Soup

Traditionally used to clear lung and stomach heat, moisten dryness, and support bowel regularity

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Fresh Lotus Seed, Lily Bulb & Silkie Chicken Soup

Traditionally used to calm the mind, nourish the heart, and support restful sleep

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 5–6 bowls

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Imperata Root, Green Sugarcane & Carrot Drink

Traditionally used to clear internal heat, calm restlessness, and support urinary and digestive wellness

⏱ 55 min about 4 bowls

Soups

Walnut Partition (Fen Xin Mu), Lotus Seed, Fox Nut & Ginkgo Soup

Traditionally used to consolidate kidney essence, reduce urinary frequency, and ease excessive vaginal discharge

⏱ 1 hr 15 min about 3–4 bowls

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Red Bean, Red Date & Tangerine Peel Water

Traditionally used to nourish blood, reduce water retention, and support women during menstruation and pregnancy

⏱ 55 min about 2 cups

Herbal & Flower Teas

Spatholobus Stem (Ji Xue Teng) & Red Date Tea

Traditionally used to nourish blood, support circulation, and assist in cases of anemia and low platelet count

⏱ 1 hr 35 min 2 cups

Home-Style Dishes

Thyme Red-Braised Beef Tendon and Oxtail

traditionally associated with warming the middle, dispersing cold, and supporting strong tendons and bones

⏱ 1 hr 50 min 1 large serving platter

Soups

Chinese Yam, Lotus Seed and Sea Bass Soup

traditionally associated with strengthening the spleen, nourishing the kidneys, and supporting recovery

⏱ 1 hr 45 min 3–4 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Chinese Yam, Fresh Dendrobium and Fish Maw Double-Boiled Stew

traditionally associated with nourishing yin, supporting digestion, and aiding recovery from illness or surgery

⏱ 3 hr 20 min 1 stewing pot

Soups

Apple, Pear, Fig, Sweet Almond and Fresh Lily Bulb Sweet Soup

traditionally associated with moistening the lungs, easing a dry cough, and calming the mind

⏱ 1 hr 3–4 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Braised Shiitake Mushroom and Sea Cucumber (Hua Gu Men Hai Shen)

traditionally associated with nourishing the kidneys, supporting immunity, and aiding recovery before or after surgery

⏱ 50 min 2–3 servings

Soups

Purple Chinese Yam, Lotus Seed, Lily Bulb and Longan Sweet Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing the blood, supporting restful sleep, and calming the mind

⏱ 45 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Chayote, Water Chestnut, Lily Bulb and Pork Rib Soup

traditionally associated with supporting healthy blood pressure, easing dryness, and nourishing the heart

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Soups

Lion's Mane, Astragalus and Chinese Yam Lean Pork Soup

traditionally used to support digestion, strengthen the spleen and stomach, and nourish qi

⏱ 140 min 4 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Steamed Stuffed Tofu with Minced Pork

traditionally used to support digestion and nourish during menopause

⏱ 35 min 2–3 servings

Soups

Angelica Root, Codonopsis and Lamb Soup

traditionally used to warm the body, nourish qi and blood, and ease cold-related weakness

⏱ 140 min 4 bowls

Soups

Chinese Yam, Lotus Seed, Chestnut, Black Bean and Mulberry Lean Pork Soup

traditionally used to nourish the spleen and kidneys, strengthen bones and sinews, and support joint health

⏱ 140 min 4 bowls

Soups

Codonopsis, Ophiopogon and Schisandra Berry Stewed Chicken (Sheng Mai San Chicken)

traditionally used to support cardiac qi, nourish yin, and ease mild palpitations and fatigue

⏱ 200 min 1 pot

Soups

Rainbow Vegetable Soup

traditionally associated with supporting cardiovascular health and providing a broad range of antioxidants through colourful seasonal vegetables

⏱ 75 min 4–5 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Lemongrass and Basil Braised Pig Tail

traditionally associated with tonifying the kidneys, strengthening bones, and nourishing the brain; a flavourful way to benefit the whole family

⏱ 75 min 2–3 servings

Soups

Black Sugarcane, Water Chestnut, Red Date and Longan Sweet Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing blood, brightening complexion, and moistening the skin — especially suited for women after menstruation

⏱ 45 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Pepino Melon, Carrot, Water Chestnut and Goji Berry Soup

traditionally associated with generating fluids, relieving thirst and dryness, and supporting blood sugar and blood pressure balance

⏱ 75 min 3 bowls