Kuala Lampur, July 1 -- PETALING JAYA, July 1 - The influx of Chinese eateries to our shores has led to an abundance of specialty restaurants, allowing us to pick and choose our preferences.

Roast meats or siu mei, are considered a hallmark of Cantonese cuisine but so far, execution often falters, especially when the transfer of knowledge from a master to local chefs produces less than stellar results.

Foshan Roast House is the latest newcomer to Damansara Perdana, promising authentic Foshan roasted meats.

Opened less than a month ago, few people have noticed it because it is well hidden, away from the area's main thoroughfare.

A lower volume of diners has meant practical measures like roasting the meats in small batches to keep them ...