Dim sum, which consists of small plates traditionally served at brunch, is a uniquely fun and indulgent kind of Chinese meal. One dim sum outing could mean digging into BBQ pork buns (cha siu bao), ...

The making of dim sum — the bite-sized delicacies hailing from southern China — is all about craftsmanship. Take har gow, or shrimp dumplings, for example: finely chopped ingredients placed on ...