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Everyday Balance

Soups

American Ginseng Ophiopogon Astragalus Pork Soup

traditionally generates fluids, nourishes yin, and supports qi to address muscle weakness and fatigue

⏱ 110 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Winter Melon, Lotus Leaf and Sugarcane Sweet Soup

Traditionally associated with clearing summer heat and supporting digestion

⏱ 45 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Baby Abalone, Carrot and Pearl Mussel Meat Soup

Traditionally associated with supporting vision and nourishing the liver and kidneys

⏱ 135 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Winter Melon, Hyacinth Bean, Job's Tears and Frog Soup

Traditionally associated with clearing summer heat, supporting digestion and reducing dampness

⏱ 140 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Lotus Seed, Lily Bulb and Snow Lotus Seed Sweet Soup

Traditionally associated with nourishing the skin, calming the mind and supporting restful sleep

⏱ 75 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Fresh Chinese Yam, Fresh Dendrobium, Snow Fungus and Pork Rib Soup

Traditionally associated with nourishing yin, moistening dryness and supporting digestion, blood sugar and blood pressure

⏱ 140 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

American Ginseng, Ophiopogon & Lotus Seed Pork Soup

traditionally used to nourish heart yin and calm the mind during hyperthyroidism recovery

⏱ 70 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Purple Corn, Carrot & Potato Pork Rib Soup

traditionally used to nourish qi and blood, clear mild heat, and support recovery after childbirth

⏱ 135 min 4 bowls

Soups

Beetroot, Tomato & Cashew Soup

traditionally associated with promoting liver fat metabolism, nourishing blood, and supporting cardiovascular health

⏱ 105 min 4 bowls

Soups

Maitake, Flower Mushroom, Huaishan, Wolfberry & Dendrobium Pork Soup

traditionally used to nourish qi and yin, promote fluid production, and support immunity during and after cancer treatment

⏱ 110 min 3–4 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Osmanthus Lotus Root Powder (Gui Hua Tang Ou Fen)

traditionally used to nourish the spleen, support blood production, and promote skin vitality

⏱ 15 min 1 to 2 servings

Soups

Chayote, Chestnut & Dried Scallop Pork Soup

traditionally used to nourish yin, moisten dryness, and support spleen and kidney health

⏱ 110 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Dried Mussel, Black Bean & Fuzzy Melon Soup

traditionally used to tonify the kidneys, nourish the spleen, and support recovery from surgery or weakness

⏱ 105 min 4 bowls

Soups

Wild Watercress, Carrot & Crucian Carp Soup

Traditionally used to clear internal heat, ease joint aches, and relieve sore throats

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Ginkgo Nut, Fox Nut & Squab Soup

Traditionally used to tonify the kidneys, reduce urinary frequency, and ease nighttime waking to urinate

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Almond Powder, Fresh & Dried Cabbage, Pork Lung & Pork Rib Soup

Traditionally used to clear lung and stomach heat, moisten dryness, and support bowel regularity

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Fresh Lotus Seed, Lily Bulb & Silkie Chicken Soup

Traditionally used to calm the mind, nourish the heart, and support restful sleep

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 5–6 bowls / 1 pot

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Imperata Root, Green Sugarcane & Carrot Drink

Traditionally used to clear internal heat, calm restlessness, and support urinary and digestive wellness

⏱ 55 min about 4 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Walnut Partition (Fen Xin Mu), Lotus Seed, Fox Nut & Ginkgo Soup

Traditionally used to consolidate kidney essence, reduce urinary frequency, and ease excessive vaginal discharge

⏱ 1 hr 15 min about 3–4 bowls / 1 pot (sweet or savoury)

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Red Bean, Red Date & Tangerine Peel Water

Traditionally used to nourish blood, reduce water retention, and support women during menstruation and pregnancy

⏱ 55 min about 2 cups / 1 small pot

Herbal & Flower Teas

Spatholobus Stem (Ji Xue Teng) & Red Date Tea

Traditionally used to nourish blood, support circulation, and assist in cases of anemia and low platelet count

⏱ 1 hr 35 min 2 cups / 1 small pot

Home-Style Dishes

Thyme Red-Braised Beef Tendon and Oxtail

traditionally associated with warming the middle, dispersing cold, and supporting strong tendons and bones

⏱ 1 hr 50 min 1 large serving platter (3–4 servings)

Soups

Chinese Yam, Lotus Seed and Sea Bass Soup

traditionally associated with strengthening the spleen, nourishing the kidneys, and supporting recovery

⏱ 1 hr 45 min 3–4 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Chinese Yam, Fresh Dendrobium and Fish Maw Double-Boiled Stew

traditionally associated with nourishing yin, supporting digestion, and aiding recovery from illness or surgery

⏱ 3 hr 20 min 1 stewing pot (2–3 servings)