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Steamy Windows operates as a dedicated Asian dumpling bar in Ghent, guided by graphic designer Lisa De Brouwere and visual artist Manor Grunewald. Their culinary approach treats each wrapper like a canvas, folding light dough into origami shapes that hold distinct fillings. The pair draw directly from East Asian street food traditions while applying a modern design sensibility to every plate. You will find pork, chicken, shrimp, and beef prepared with careful precision across the menu.
The rotating menu balances texture and flavor through carefully constructed plates. Scandalous beef gyoza rest atop a rich shacha sauce, while delicate flower buns feature scallions rolled into puffy layers alongside a creamy edamame dip. Guests can also order sesame ginger chicken dumplings paired with fresh shiso leaves or choose plant-based leek and tofu alternatives. Smoky bao buns filled with a salted custard center round out the savory progression.
The dining space functions as a lively canteen where vintage columns meet old floor tiles and colorful designer furniture. Patrons gather around shared tables during weekday lunches or settle in for evening service. The venue earned its name from the visible steam rising off freshly cooked bamboo baskets, a fitting detail for a pan-Asian kitchen focused on handheld comfort food. A small retail corner stocks curated sake and non-alcoholic drinks for home preparation.
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