This Pork Bun is the #1 Street Food in Chinatown NYC | Street Eats | Bon Appétit
Bon Appétit · Published on October 6, 2026
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Bon Appétit meets Chef Lucas Sin to visit Mei Lai Wah in Manhattan’s Chinatown to see how the iconic Hong Kong-style bakery makes thousands of its famous roast pork buns. From pillowy fermented dough and rich char siu filling to the signature crackled pineapple topping, discover the techniques that go into making this $3 NYC favorite. Want Bon Appétit shirts, hats and more? https://shop.bonappetit.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_brand=ba&utm_campaign=aud-dev&utm_medium=video&utm_content=merch-shop-promo Still haven’t subscribed to Bon Appétit on YouTube? ►► http://bit.ly/1TLeyPn Want more Bon Appétit in your life? Subscribe to the magazine! https://bit.ly/313UWRu ABOUT BON APPÉTIT Bon Appétit is a highly opinionated food brand that wants everyone to love cooking and eating as much as we do. We believe in seasonal produce, properly salted pasta water, and developing recipes that anyone can make at home.
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