Bite Size Cantonese

In this episode of Bite-size Cantonese, we dive into the world of Hong Kong street food! Celia will share after-school and after-work snack runs culture, then teach you how to confidently order popular items like fishballs and iced lemon tea in Cantonese. You’ll learn short, practical phrases you can use at any street stall, while connecting with a big part of Hong Kong culture.

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In this episode, we dive into 3 super useful Cantonese phrases you'll hear in everyday dinner conversations. From asking “What should we eat tonight?” to suggesting takeaway when you’re too tired to cook, these expressions are practical and fun to learn. Celia also shared 5 useful cantonese cooking channels for learning Cantonese via listening to local cantonese speaker when they are teaching how to make the yummy dishes. 

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In this episode , we dive into the everyday phrases you’ll hear around the dinner table in a Cantonese-speaking home. Whether you're ABC, BBC, or learning Cantonese to connect with your partner’s family, these common expressions are your key to bonding over food. Learn how to say “Time to eat!”, “Have you eaten yet?”, how to express what you’re craving, and how to compliment a home-cooked meal. We’ll also unpack the cultural meaning behind these simple phrases — because in Cantonese families, food is more than just nourishment. With real-life examples and cultural context, this episode helps you sound natural at mealtime and deepen family connections.

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Episode 3 of Bite-size Cantonese, we dive into essential phrases for checking in at a Chinese restaurant or 酒樓 (zau2 lau4). Host Celia walks you through how to respond to “幾多位？” (How many people?), whether you’ve made a reservation, and how to order your favorite tea like a local. You’ll also learn a bit about Hong Kong’s yum cha culture — from old-school dim sum carts to today’s tick-box menus. With real-life Cantonese and cultural tips, this episode is perfect for anyone planning to enjoy dim sum in Hong Kong.

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In this Episode, we're diving into the delicious world of 點心 (dim2 sam1) – Hong Kong’s iconic dim sum culture. You'll learn how locals order dim sum at a traditional 酒樓 (zau2 lau4 – Chinese restaurant), what time dim sum is usually served, and five super useful Cantonese phrases to use next time you yum cha!

I’ll also share my personal favorites — 叉燒包 (caa1 siu1 baau1 – BBQ pork bun) and 馬拉糕 (maa5 laa1 gou1 – steamed sponge cake). Plus, we’ll practice a classy native phrase: 一籠點心 (jat1 lung4 dim2 sam1) – a basket of dim sum!

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🎧 Episode 01: Dive Into Cha Chaan Teng Culture (茶餐廳文化 – caa4 caan1 teng1 man4 faa3)
Hi! I’m Celia, your host at Bitesize Cantonese. In this episode, we explore the vibrant world of Cha Chaan Tengs (茶餐廳 – caa4 caan1 teng1) — Hong Kong’s iconic tea cafés. From macaroni soup (通粉 – tung1 fan2) to iced milk tea (凍奶茶 – dung3 naai5 caa4), discover how these lively spots blend East and West.

You’ll also learn 5 super useful Cantonese phrases you’ll hear at a Cha Chaan Teng — great for boosting your confidence when ordering food and sounding more local.

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Thanks for listening — 食得是福 (sik6 dak1 si6 fuk1) – eating well is a blessing!