Chinese cuisine is no stranger to our city’s food scene, but you might want to check out Purple Laurel for the delicate flavors of the Jiangnan region. The mastermind behind this exciting restaurant is Chef Yu Bin who draws deep inspiration from his hometown of Hangzhou to bring a vibrant, authentic food culture to the table.

The menu here intentionally shatters the oily and heavy stereotypes of Chinese fare and instead showcases a cuisine that is remarkably light, subtle, and artfully presented. A perfect example is the Chilled Cherry Jelly with Foie Gras. For those already familiar with Chef Yu’s work at Bao Bao or Longjing, Purple Laurel is a sophisticated next step in his culinary journey that shouldn't be missed.