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Right in front of the “Heart of Shiding” plaza stands Fubao Restaurant—unremarkable in appearance, yet a fifty-year-old local favorite that packs out every weekend. Behind its simple menu lies renowned, time-honed skill. Must-order: the signature “Three Ways with Tofu”—crispy fried, silky soup, and red-braised. The last is unlike the usual deep-then-braise method: only Kimlan soy sauce and a long, gentle simmer create a tender skin and sweet, penetrating flavor that reaches the very center, proof of the chef’s mastery. While “Shiding Tofu” may not be as famous as “Shenkeng Tofu,” rumor has it that most Shenkeng tofu actually comes from Shiding, sharing the same distinctive roasted aroma. Truth or tale? Decide for yourself—go and taste.