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

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  • 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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  • @patrickdgarez86
    @patrickdgarez86 ปีที่แล้ว +670

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So well said

    • @zes3813
      @zes3813 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      wrrr

  • @fordemerit5734
    @fordemerit5734 ปีที่แล้ว +309

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He really really enjoyed himself here. Fantastic experience.

  • @AlexPryrodny
    @AlexPryrodny ปีที่แล้ว +128

    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!

  • @ageoflove1980
    @ageoflove1980 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    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.

  • @maxcooper6362
    @maxcooper6362 ปีที่แล้ว +50

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

  • @Merlanx3
    @Merlanx3 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Probably not the best of ideas as a westerner nowadays 😂

    • @hanson1221
      @hanson1221 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

    • @bigballerliu
      @bigballerliu ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @michaelpatm
    @michaelpatm ปีที่แล้ว +80

    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.

  • @sarahr7890
    @sarahr7890 ปีที่แล้ว +52

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

    • @zes3813
      @zes3813 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      wrrr

  • @MaioParlato
    @MaioParlato ปีที่แล้ว +44

    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 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @michielRE
    @michielRE ปีที่แล้ว +46

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agreed!

    • @ilijapetkovski
      @ilijapetkovski ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Inter Scaldes has closed unfortunately.

    • @michielRE
      @michielRE ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ilijapetkovski Dont they reopen in november?

    • @ilijapetkovski
      @ilijapetkovski ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @Kees247
      @Kees247 ปีที่แล้ว

      He had 2 stars where he came from

  • @florianwolf9380
    @florianwolf9380 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    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 !

  • @Bragglord
    @Bragglord ปีที่แล้ว +14

    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.

  • @renewinqleur
    @renewinqleur ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

  • @azaleabalon4525
    @azaleabalon4525 ปีที่แล้ว +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

  • @akai8774
    @akai8774 ปีที่แล้ว +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!

  • @renewinqleur
    @renewinqleur ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

  • @neonomad1939
    @neonomad1939 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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

  • @ruthiemay423
    @ruthiemay423 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @ProfDopaMeme
    @ProfDopaMeme ปีที่แล้ว +2

    watching this guy... while i eat eggs on bread. My eggs have a nice acidity aswell and with them i have a nice tabwater from 2023

  • @rameezh88
    @rameezh88 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +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!

  • @touchthemer3000
    @touchthemer3000 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @JAG.65
    @JAG.65 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Outstanding. Well Done Stefan!

  • @NOELTM
    @NOELTM ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @theogannon
    @theogannon ปีที่แล้ว +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!

  • @petercowling6769
    @petercowling6769 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @FreshKiiD757
    @FreshKiiD757 ปีที่แล้ว +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 TH-cam doing it this way! Adding this to my list of places to go lol 🤝🏾

  • @reinbot3187
    @reinbot3187 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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!

  • @luke23pw
    @luke23pw ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

  • @DawsonJameson-y9k
    @DawsonJameson-y9k ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @johnralston5164
    @johnralston5164 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @Jackmang699
    @Jackmang699 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @4FingerFreddie
    @4FingerFreddie ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy to see Stefan on this channel!

  • @marvinnathanaeltedjo2010
    @marvinnathanaeltedjo2010 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    What a pity in China eating Western food. you should go to a Chinese, Shanghainese, Cantonese, and Shandongnese Michelin restaurant. if you find 3 star one, go to Lung King Heen in Hong Kong (now 2 star), or Sazenka in Japan. or you can go to 1-2 stars restaurant all over China

    • @johankalen552
      @johankalen552 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Agreed! It's a little bit silly to travel to China to eat German/Japanese food. A shame that Lung King Heen has dropped, I was there 8-9 years ago and it was fantastic :(

  • @3up3down.
    @3up3down. ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

  • @bud4179
    @bud4179 ปีที่แล้ว +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

  • @jhomabangis3660
    @jhomabangis3660 ปีที่แล้ว +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..

  • @villeniskanen3393
    @villeniskanen3393 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow. just wow. thank you for sharing!

  • @pookoouuu7779
    @pookoouuu7779 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @BennyYap-u5r
    @BennyYap-u5r 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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.

  • @shadowfilm7980
    @shadowfilm7980 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @darkerdelirium
    @darkerdelirium ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This deserves way more subs :D

  • @Verdino99
    @Verdino99 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your channel. Thank you for sharing!

  • @rezz100
    @rezz100 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @alanrobertson3172
    @alanrobertson3172 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always a great video from Alexander…

  • @indie0431
    @indie0431 ปีที่แล้ว

    nothing more exciting than alexander upload🎉🎉

  • @tobydammit6599
    @tobydammit6599 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video. Feels like I was right there with you guys that evening! Except I didn’t bring my wallet so I wasn’t allowed to taste anything.

  • @RVZER
    @RVZER ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yet another excellent video!

  • @toddstefan2169
    @toddstefan2169 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best channel on TH-cam.

  • @paulbremen6317
    @paulbremen6317 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @keithss67
    @keithss67 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great clip! I really enjoy your enthusiasm 👍

  • @45H4W
    @45H4W ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is just.....Amazing

  • @capdui
    @capdui ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the food detail, wow

  • @carveratutube
    @carveratutube 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    “Innovation before perfection” I will remember this 👍

  • @lydialynagh3309
    @lydialynagh3309 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @Nilli4rock
    @Nilli4rock ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @mariosst3880
    @mariosst3880 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video once again

  • @cms8989
    @cms8989 ปีที่แล้ว +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!

  • @belzhibou2579
    @belzhibou2579 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your video. So many good place to eat.

  • @thomasb9562
    @thomasb9562 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @aaronmeade5435
    @aaronmeade5435 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @MS-ug4db
    @MS-ug4db ปีที่แล้ว +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)

  • @asbjrnfossmo1589
    @asbjrnfossmo1589 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a beautiful presentation. You pay up 2000 euros for the menu alone and do all this work filming and editing (or hire someone to do it) and make us viewers almost experience it. I mean, smell, taste and touch cannot be administered through the internet just yet, but the aesthetic of the meal, the description, and also the music and part of the atmosphere can.

  • @rob7819
    @rob7819 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent content.Hello from Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪

  • @kish6888
    @kish6888 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I feel like at some point a really cool series for this channel to do would be tours of street food/roadside stuff that's considered super cheap. It could be a cool point of comparison and a new culinary perspective, as well as bring inspiration.

    • @reviewreviews5908
      @reviewreviews5908 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Urghh imagine eating something below 300$

    • @renzgerardempino9311
      @renzgerardempino9311 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Meh, many food TH-camrs already does that kind of content. The format of this channel is already good on its own.

  • @TamTranTriZzle
    @TamTranTriZzle ปีที่แล้ว

    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!

  • @mexxar22
    @mexxar22 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @andybalfe3585
    @andybalfe3585 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Guga, Sam,Josh, Andrew, (Babish), Uncle Roger….I love all y’all, so please welcome Alex to the top table of TH-cam culinary channels. It’s so well deserved. Alex, you give us normal folks such a brilliant insight into the world of fine dining that it’s almost like we’re there with you. Keep up the good work mate…awesome channel.

  • @thesmilingtitan
    @thesmilingtitan ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @BigNightFan
    @BigNightFan ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic as always. The chef seems super cool. Did anyone else think it was...strange...at 12:00 when the finger lingered across the plate?????

    • @MondayCoffee01
      @MondayCoffee01 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes I did! It was pretty weird, not gonna lie.

  • @nnnnn2010
    @nnnnn2010 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    i wish we could see a bit of different type of Michelin stars restaurants, not only the fine dining ones, but the street and humble ones, and there are A LOT ..
    thank you and keep up the good work

  • @arylestari2751
    @arylestari2751 ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @nicholasyenson5849
    @nicholasyenson5849 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm sure this place is great, and I've no doubt it would stand out anywhere, but traveling 8,000 km out of Europe for a European menu seems like a missed opportunity. I guess I understand if you're limited to Shanghai, but in Beijing, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taipei you will find three-star restaurants offering Chinese cuisine.

  • @jxxfl6738
    @jxxfl6738 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @Aom.9
    @Aom.9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    amazing work, keep it up!

  • @Foenkelito
    @Foenkelito ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @zrbitax
    @zrbitax ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Long time ago, but I have great memories of Celle. A car trip through Europe with my parents in 1993. From Sweden to Italy, destination La Serra. Stayed two days in Celle in a friendly Gasthaus owned by a friendly lady in her 60-ies. Was served one of the best Wienerschnitzel I have ever eaten, maybe not super traditional, it was served with a mushroom sauce, but it was that good that it can still be remembered some 30 years later.
    Times have changed, but if Celle is somewhat like that today, I can highly recommend a visit!
    On topic: 330 EUR for that kind of food is actually very reasonable.

    • @Lasciatemi_Guidare
      @Lasciatemi_Guidare ปีที่แล้ว

      Schnitzel with mushrooms is still very traditional-it is a variation called jägerschnitzel.

  • @conradbo1
    @conradbo1 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @joeshmowgay7426
    @joeshmowgay7426 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video. I love this channel so fucking much.

  • @bobfaircloth
    @bobfaircloth 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My new favorite channel...thank you!

  • @iimdrowniing
    @iimdrowniing ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Going all the way to China just to go to a Germans restaurant is kinda funny

  • @caliniepure4237
    @caliniepure4237 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good work!Keep it up Alexander!❤

  • @urbexbrugge116
    @urbexbrugge116 ปีที่แล้ว

    YESSSSS MY FAVORIETE TH-camR

  • @Spicilus
    @Spicilus ปีที่แล้ว

    One of your best videos yet!

  • @adamh2957
    @adamh2957 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @feliciayan5742
    @feliciayan5742 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @josephhall1049
    @josephhall1049 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @innesfrey9602
    @innesfrey9602 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks great 🎉

  • @GCccccc
    @GCccccc ปีที่แล้ว +2

    👍👍👍

  • @BrendanGames
    @BrendanGames ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @garthvater
    @garthvater ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watched this video on my lunch break eating Wendys.

  • @shanicestella2226
    @shanicestella2226 ปีที่แล้ว

    I eat my corn soup when watching this video and my soup will be so full of umami for sure

  • @pastrop2003
    @pastrop2003 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 :)

  • @themetalhead92g
    @themetalhead92g ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @kungfupanda3438
    @kungfupanda3438 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you enjoyed our restaurent...sorry for commenting in a fake profile as my job has strict laws using social media in veiw of our restaurent.

  • @IcedT__
    @IcedT__ ปีที่แล้ว

    Calling anywhere "exotic" usually turns me off as a hook for any video, but the rest of this video is presented with a lot of respect. Love the range of these videos overall.

  • @birajghale9637
    @birajghale9637 ปีที่แล้ว

    so many dishes. wow love it

  • @xxacantheaxx7756
    @xxacantheaxx7756 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a fantastic wonderful channel, introducing us to the world of fine dining and excellent skills. But would it be ok to make a suggestion? Subtitles might give us a clearer view on the topics and menus. I couldn't understand "Schwarzer Hahn" (Also written wrong - Swarzer Hahn.) until I heard it for five times. Wonderfully narrated, but subtitles would make some things clearer.

    • @Tony2dH
      @Tony2dH ปีที่แล้ว

      There are subtitles available for me now. Might have taken a while to load.

  • @TheCraftofPetra
    @TheCraftofPetra ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @adrian-qr6zk
    @adrian-qr6zk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    oh man it's HILARIOUS. This guy is just CLUELESS 😂😂😂😂😂