I Went to CHINA for This Restaurant - Taian Table (Shanghai) 🇨🇳

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  • čas přidán 3. 09. 2023
  • So far we’ve been to 10 countries. For number eleven, let’s go somewhere exotic. How about…China? There is lots to eat in Shanghai. The city has more than a 100.000 restaurants.
    Of those with 3 Michelin stars, there are only 2. and today we will try one of them. Let’s go to Taian Table. It’s the creation of Stefan Stiller.
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    My name is Alexander. I’m the co-owner of a ONE Michelin star restaurant, and I’m on a mission - to find inspiration in gastronomy. I love fine dining, good wine and sharing what I know with other people.
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Komentáře • 301

  • @patrickdgarez86
    @patrickdgarez86 Před 9 měsíci +616

    This channel is the epitome of class bathed in genuine pleasure sprinkled with humility and respect for the craft and its artists. Hats off and thank you very much for so eloquently sharing your culinary experiences.

    • @DC-fo9rh
      @DC-fo9rh Před 9 měsíci +9

      Genuinely can’t believe he doesn’t have a million + followers. It’s only a matter of time before it takes off

    • @patrickdgarez86
      @patrickdgarez86 Před 9 měsíci +7

      @@DC-fo9rh Agreed. It takes even longer, at this point, for even top shelf channels to ascend, especially when the content is intellectually subtle and this refined. it will get there. He's fighting for his first star. 😁

    • @loftyjones675
      @loftyjones675 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@DC-fo9rh believe it or not, he already has been taking off! it feels like just yesterday I was watching him with 1.4k subscribers. the rise has been quick. I just checked a site that reports on youtube stats and over the past 365 days he's gone from 15k to 159k subs (:

    • @kaylaturner5551
      @kaylaturner5551 Před 7 měsíci

      So well said

    • @zes3813
      @zes3813 Před 4 měsíci

      wrrr

  • @michaelpatm
    @michaelpatm Před 9 měsíci +62

    Alexander is the only youtube/internet personality who I can hear talk about 1000s of dollars worth of bills, and not get the littlest sense of showing off from him.

  • @AlexPryrodny
    @AlexPryrodny Před 9 měsíci +111

    I think this is by far the most generous tasting menu from any restaurant featured on this channel. Sometimes people say fine dining can leave you hungry - this is clearly not the case here!

  • @fordemerit5734
    @fordemerit5734 Před 9 měsíci +291

    The most detailed video by far in terms of the ingredients used and the cooking methods employed, which made it the most interesting video! That really helped me to imagine the flavours and textures of each dish. Looking forward to the next review!

    • @rbu2136
      @rbu2136 Před 9 měsíci

      He really really enjoyed himself here. Fantastic experience.

  • @ageoflove1980
    @ageoflove1980 Před 9 měsíci +30

    I love how the head chef just walks around with a glass of wine in the large open kitchen. It shows that he is really at home and having a great time and you are invited to the party. It much more fun than many super formal European restaurants.

  • @Merlanx3
    @Merlanx3 Před 9 měsíci +142

    Men this is crazy... I would fly over to China just for this experience.. The dishes looks great, like art. Vibe is great, and ive never seen a chef drinking like this. The guy is a legend and I would love to cheer a glass champagne with him! Thanks for putting this video online!

    • @jdan6122
      @jdan6122 Před 9 měsíci +7

      Probably not the best of ideas as a westerner nowadays 😂

    • @hansonjiang3333
      @hansonjiang3333 Před 9 měsíci

      @@jdan6122 This is an impressive amount of mental gymnastics considering the dude literally just filmed and dined in China. Consider applying to a circus job lol. Western propaganda has done a number on your brain. If you don't plan to commit a crime or do some casual espionage then China is probably safer than the majority of Western countries.

    • @veryprivate5125
      @veryprivate5125 Před 9 měsíci +18

      @@jdan6122Actually, I think the government is generally a lot nicer to westerners than to their own people, so it shouldnt be much of a concern

    • @cuikai025
      @cuikai025 Před 9 měsíci +5

      @@jdan6122the staff in the restaurant seems like mostly westerners, unless someone is known activist, average joe should be fine

    • @bigballerliu
      @bigballerliu Před 9 měsíci +1

      Or go to Europe? It was a French centric restaurant after all

  • @maxcooper6362
    @maxcooper6362 Před 9 měsíci +45

    Taian has some of the best presentation I have seen on this channel, incredible dishes.

  • @sarahr7890
    @sarahr7890 Před 9 měsíci +46

    Chef changes the menu every six weeks? That is so much work. Beyond impressed.

  • @MaioParlato
    @MaioParlato Před 9 měsíci +43

    Wow. Didn't expect the China trip. I lived in Shanghai for two years and regret never going to places like Tai'an, didn't even know they got the third star, wow (especially Ultraviolet, I wanna go there so bad!). Thanks for the video the dishes looked like works of art!

    • @aperture24
      @aperture24 Před 4 měsíci

      haha, same ... i was there more than 3 years, knew about these places, but never visited

  • @michielreuver
    @michielreuver Před 9 měsíci +47

    Cant wait for you to come to the netherlands and try one of our 3 star restaurants! We have 2, De Librije and Inter Scaldes

    • @jcorrell8590
      @jcorrell8590 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Agreed!

    • @ilijapetkovski
      @ilijapetkovski Před 9 měsíci +3

      Inter Scaldes has closed unfortunately.

    • @michielreuver
      @michielreuver Před 9 měsíci

      @@ilijapetkovski Dont they reopen in november?

    • @ilijapetkovski
      @ilijapetkovski Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@michielreuver not the 3 star Michelin unfortunately. But new restaurant with new chef who needs to win his stars.

    • @Kees247
      @Kees247 Před 9 měsíci

      He had 2 stars where he came from

  • @renewinqleur
    @renewinqleur Před 9 měsíci +5

    I love how the dishes have those little bubbles, looking like little gems - thank you for your insight in the culinary world!

  • @touchthemer3000
    @touchthemer3000 Před 9 měsíci +2

    This is by far your best video yet. Love the generosity you share, and thanks for giving us a window into these experiences.

  • @neonomad1939
    @neonomad1939 Před 9 měsíci +6

    I really like this episode for its detailed description coupled with understated passion and respectful appreciation for the craft. Thank you Alexander.

  • @hussainrady4887
    @hussainrady4887 Před 9 měsíci +4

    I've watched most, if not all of your episodes, but this is my favorite one!
    I really liked how you focused on the food, its ingredients and its taste, instead of the wines in the selection, great episode, keep it up

  • @petercowling6769
    @petercowling6769 Před 9 měsíci +3

    A great restaurant, properly represented here. You've really captured what makes this place so great. Thanks!

  • @JAG.65
    @JAG.65 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Outstanding. Well Done Stefan!

  • @florianwolf9380
    @florianwolf9380 Před 9 měsíci +16

    When I go to Shanghai again the TaianTable will be on my list ! I love the way Chef Stiller and his team create mouth-watering fusion cuisine from different geographical locations, and their wine selection is straight up my avenue. I'm German too, and I love German wines and am convinced of their world-class quality - as always you just have to find the right vineyards and years. Hats off to Chef Stiller for creating such amazing food, and to Alexander for sharing his experience !

  • @rezz100
    @rezz100 Před 9 měsíci +1

    100% the best food related channel on you tube, well done and keep them coming.

  • @renewinqleur
    @renewinqleur Před 9 měsíci +6

    Not gonna lie, I almost break out crying watching your videos by pure awe.

  • @reinbot3187
    @reinbot3187 Před 9 měsíci +4

    After watching every single episode of your amazing Journey, this one is my absolute favorite.
    Thank you so much for sharing this awesome experience with us, it is always a pleasure to be a part of it!

  • @4FingerFreddie
    @4FingerFreddie Před 9 měsíci +1

    Happy to see Stefan on this channel!

  • @theogannon
    @theogannon Před 8 měsíci +3

    This is honestly one of the best channels on YT; every video is so well made and feels v personal as well. Keep them coming we can't wait to see more!

  • @jakerio8
    @jakerio8 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Thanks to your channel I''ve learned the subtleties that differentiate a one michelin star restaurant to three. Perfection isn't just all seriousness but putting a wonderful personal connection to the experience. More power! Yours is easily one of the BEST lifestyle channels on YT

  • @Verdino99
    @Verdino99 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Love your channel. Thank you for sharing!

  • @NOELTM
    @NOELTM Před 9 měsíci +2

    I think you did both innovation and perfection with this channel - bravo!

  • @johnralston5164
    @johnralston5164 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Simply superb review, no doubt worth the trip. Really enjoy the detail you go into. Best wishes.

  • @azaleabalon4525
    @azaleabalon4525 Před 9 měsíci +6

    Lived and worked in China for 16 years and been to Taian once it was still to this date my most memorable dining experience

  • @keithss67
    @keithss67 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Great clip! I really enjoy your enthusiasm 👍

  • @villeniskanen3393
    @villeniskanen3393 Před 9 měsíci +1

    wow. just wow. thank you for sharing!

  • @user-qk2dz3oe8c
    @user-qk2dz3oe8c Před měsícem

    I like it that you are able to interact with the chef himself. That really something special, you get to know a little of the person who created the meal. Great job.

  • @Bragglord
    @Bragglord Před 9 měsíci +13

    Classic Alexander, hears it's someone in the world's birthday so pops a bottle of Krug 😉 love it.
    Looks like a really special place, brilliant service and lots of interesting ideas for dishes.

  • @alanrobertson3172
    @alanrobertson3172 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Always a great video from Alexander…

  • @rameezh88
    @rameezh88 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I love cooking and culinary stuff and I haven't come across a lot of high-end dining content. I always thought that it would be a bit pretentious. But Alexander is so humble and presents all of these restaurants with such groundedness, honesty, and humility that I can really see and appreciate the art and effort put into all of this food. His presentation and production quality is outstanding as well. Thank you for making these videos!

  • @thesmilingtitan
    @thesmilingtitan Před 9 měsíci

    Glad you added this in the community tab too.
    YT has stopped showing you videos on my feed.

  • @jxxfl6738
    @jxxfl6738 Před 9 měsíci

    Awesome as always. My bucketlist is growing and growing...

  • @RVZER
    @RVZER Před 9 měsíci +1

    Yet another excellent video!

  • @Foenkelito
    @Foenkelito Před 9 měsíci

    Stunning video all around, really enjoyed it was more in-depth!

  • @akai8774
    @akai8774 Před 9 měsíci +27

    This channel should have a couple mil subs, the quality is insane and the content is incredibly unique and alexander himself is a phenomenal host. Amazing content keep it up!

  • @conradbo1
    @conradbo1 Před 9 měsíci

    Wow. It looks like you had a wonderful experience. Excellent video also.

  • @lukewhitehead1382
    @lukewhitehead1382 Před 9 měsíci +6

    That is some of the best looking food I have ever seen on the channel, I hope it tasted just as good 👍

  • @Nilli4rock
    @Nilli4rock Před 9 měsíci +1

    Love your videoes! Really well put together, high-end withouth being pretencious in any way

  • @bobfaircloth
    @bobfaircloth Před 7 měsíci

    My new favorite channel...thank you!

  • @caliniepure4237
    @caliniepure4237 Před 9 měsíci

    Good work!Keep it up Alexander!❤

  • @FreshKiiD757
    @FreshKiiD757 Před 9 měsíci +5

    Seeing your channel go from virtually 0 subscribers to 155k has been a treat! Love how granular the content gets, there is no other on CZcams doing it this way! Adding this to my list of places to go lol 🤝🏾

  • @user-jw2mq1mr2n
    @user-jw2mq1mr2n Před 9 měsíci +1

    Well priced with great food. Been there a few time. The chef is polite. Recommended.

  • @bud4179
    @bud4179 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Beautiful video as always. I'd love you if could make video of the cities and the places you visit, maybe showing the local street food and cuisine and the local food traditions. All of that seen by your professional and elegant eyes. It would be a wonderful tour around the world. COME TO ITALY!!! LOVE YOU

  • @belzhibou2579
    @belzhibou2579 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Love your video. So many good place to eat.

  • @indie0431
    @indie0431 Před 9 měsíci

    nothing more exciting than alexander upload🎉🎉

  • @Aom.9
    @Aom.9 Před 9 měsíci +1

    amazing work, keep it up!

  • @rob7819
    @rob7819 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Excellent content.Hello from Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪

  • @Spicilus
    @Spicilus Před 9 měsíci

    One of your best videos yet!

  • @johan8008
    @johan8008 Před 9 měsíci

    Happy you went to Shanghai. Shanghai been my home since 10years back and it never get old. Always something new do do or eat.

  • @BrendanGames
    @BrendanGames Před 9 měsíci +1

    Another amazing vid, keep up the great work. You gotta come to Ireland soon, some great restaurants here!

  • @mariosst3880
    @mariosst3880 Před 9 měsíci +1

    great video once again

  • @birajghale9637
    @birajghale9637 Před 9 měsíci

    so many dishes. wow love it

  • @josephhall1049
    @josephhall1049 Před 9 měsíci

    just subbed, after following for a few months. quality vid after another quality vid.

  • @mexxar22
    @mexxar22 Před 3 měsíci

    Amazing video as usual! Starting my Michelin world tour next year :D

  • @arylestari2751
    @arylestari2751 Před 9 měsíci

    I always like your presentation, elegant n so clearly so I can imagine the taste of foods. The cinematography also the next level. Best Regards from Jakarta, Indonesia.

  • @sherry6710
    @sherry6710 Před 9 měsíci

    Absolutely stunning dishes!

  • @darkerdelirium
    @darkerdelirium Před 9 měsíci +2

    This deserves way more subs :D

  • @michalkbass
    @michalkbass Před 9 měsíci

    This is both great content and presentation.

  • @gregdahlen4375
    @gregdahlen4375 Před 9 měsíci

    food that attracted me most was the very last one, the candies in the wood box. interesting, candies made from vegetables

  • @paulbremen6317
    @paulbremen6317 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Really nice episode. I am from Celle and didn't know that my small town is international haha

  • @45H4W
    @45H4W Před 9 měsíci +1

    This is just.....Amazing

  • @kudakwashemwashayenyi4752
    @kudakwashemwashayenyi4752 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you so much for your continuous work brother...i use mobile data so i'm usually late for your videos. Feels good to catch up

  • @capdui
    @capdui Před 9 měsíci +1

    the food detail, wow

  • @pastrop2003
    @pastrop2003 Před 9 měsíci

    Outstanding as always. Before I found your channel, my top reason going to Hungary was to listen to the Ivan Fischer Budapest Festival Orchestra. Now I have 2 top reasons with the second being dining in your restaurant :)

  • @szilamercseh5306
    @szilamercseh5306 Před 9 měsíci

    Szenzációsak a videóid Sándor. Minden egyes epizód tükrözi a szenvedélyed. Csak így tovább.

  • @MS-ug4db
    @MS-ug4db Před 9 měsíci +1

    The descriptions of the food are really great. Compared to the first episodes you have started to include just the right amount of detail. Please come to the us again(California please)

  • @nonstoptrip1
    @nonstoptrip1 Před 9 měsíci

    That looked incredible

  • @bonichorri
    @bonichorri Před 9 měsíci

    The champagnes... The tasting menu followed by a myriad of petits fours! W O W!

  • @TamTranTriZzle
    @TamTranTriZzle Před 9 měsíci

    What this Channel has achieved in such a short time is nothing short of exceptional. The Production value and quality rivals the very best shows on TV. Toss in a wildly likable Host, that actually can articulate the dishes superbly, yet weave his personal opinion in seemlessly, and this is a surefire production that Network Execs clammor for. Netflix needs to pick this show up, so the wider viewing public can benefit!

  • @thomasb9562
    @thomasb9562 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Great video! For a future one I would recommend "De Nieuwe Zaak" in Nijmegen (Netherlands). A 2 Michelin star vegan restaurant. They are considered the best vegetarian restaurant in the world by many.

  • @feliciayan5742
    @feliciayan5742 Před 9 měsíci

    Welcome Alexander to China and hope you enjoy your stay in China.

  • @toddstefan2169
    @toddstefan2169 Před 9 měsíci +1

    The best channel on CZcams.

  • @innesfrey9602
    @innesfrey9602 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Looks great 🎉

  • @urbexbrugge116
    @urbexbrugge116 Před 9 měsíci

    YESSSSS MY FAVORIETE CZcamsR

  • @3up3down.
    @3up3down. Před 9 měsíci +5

    Wow, it looks really great. Nice job with your reviews! But why go to China and no Chinese food?

  • @Jackmang699
    @Jackmang699 Před 9 měsíci +5

    hi alexander , i'm still astonished you have not hit 1 mil. Your videos are just perfect. I'm so glad that you have finally visted somewhere i've been, thank you for these amazing videos.

  • @TheChoppip
    @TheChoppip Před 9 měsíci +10

    This looks incredible! Seems like ALOT of food though haha, mustve been quite full afterwards! each serving seems rather large compared to some of the other restaurants you've tested

  • @Talittli
    @Talittli Před 9 měsíci

    Yeeeey he is back

  • @pookoouuu7779
    @pookoouuu7779 Před 9 měsíci +2

    a video without krug is not a alexander video at this point! amazing

  • @jhomabangis3660
    @jhomabangis3660 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Not to mention the budget of this one specific content. Alexander is really putting work and his money just to share this wonderful experience..

  • @tilhelmwell8110
    @tilhelmwell8110 Před 9 měsíci

    very nice work as always. i would love it if you could test andreas caminada in switzerland

  • @lydialynagh3309
    @lydialynagh3309 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Never mind the food. I just wait to see the beautiful cutlery and dishes it's served on!

  • @adamh2957
    @adamh2957 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Getting tanked once again hahaha!
    Hitting up Shanghai in Nov, have to decide if I have the time to add this in.

  • @shadowfilm7980
    @shadowfilm7980 Před 9 měsíci +8

    I lived in China for three years. Shenzhen. Which is close to Hong Kong. Shanghai is great. Been there a few times. My ex Chinese girlfriend lives there. My favorite city on the mainland. They are well known for their seafood. I liked this restaurant because it was different. Like you said. Loved how you sat not at a table but at the counter area. That way you can easily watch them make everything. The owner was great. Loved how personable he was to you. Smiling. Laughing. Etc. Easy going. Not stiff. Their food looked good. But their desserts were amazing. Loved what they gave you plus their presentation. Unique. I also loved the lighting inside the restaurant. That’s very important to me. How is it lit. To set that mood. Thanks again.

  • @Nyquil5
    @Nyquil5 Před 9 měsíci

    I love a happy chef!

  • @killerbam1234
    @killerbam1234 Před 9 měsíci

    i really love these

  • @sennasenzuazabal7226
    @sennasenzuazabal7226 Před 9 měsíci

    Goated channel ❤

  • @aaronmeade5435
    @aaronmeade5435 Před 6 měsíci

    I think after watching the menu you can really appreciate what these people,chiefs and staff do and what they trying to achieve

  • @georgewbushcenterforintell147

    Great video .

  • @kju520
    @kju520 Před 9 měsíci

    Amazing video

  • @cms8989
    @cms8989 Před 9 měsíci +6

    Never thought I'd see my German hometown featured on this channel. Interestingly his German wiki page says that chef Stiller was born in Hildesheim, not in Celle. Not sure if that's a mistake or not. When I'm in Shanghai I'll have to pay this restaurant a visit!

  • @carveratutube
    @carveratutube Před 4 měsíci

    “Innovation before perfection” I will remember this 👍

  • @briannovallopez1107
    @briannovallopez1107 Před 9 měsíci

    Super top señor ! , I LOVE food too , 15 days ago stay in Le Calandre , Antica Osteria Cera and Local saludos

  • @vikingmr.1229
    @vikingmr.1229 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I hope one day you'll visit Hungary as well , like babel or stand.

  • @ruthiemay423
    @ruthiemay423 Před 5 měsíci +1

    The background music overpowers your narrative. No one is here for the music. We are here for you! Thank you... 😊

  • @themetalhead92g
    @themetalhead92g Před 9 měsíci +1

    So! I must ask, Alexander what are you thinking as a special event for the 1mil subs??

  • @TheCraftofPetra
    @TheCraftofPetra Před 8 měsíci

    🥹🥹🥹 gosh! This video makes me wanna visit this restaurant!