Peeking What?

The world famous Peking duck that is originally found in Beijing was D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S.  We had seen it advertised at several different spots for varying amounts, though we settle on a restaurant that seemed busy.  The night didn't start off too well as we asked for water, and the server brought us a liter of peach nectar instead (yes, it cost more than water).  We saw this tried with several other foreigners to varying success.  Renee wasn't in the mood for nectar, so I was pretty full even before the appetizer came.  Because the duck takes 30 minutes to cook, we were advised to order a starter and we picked some sauteed green-beans that were great and not too filling.  

The real treat was the duck that is to be rolled up with vegetables and spices in thin, little pancake-like wraps.  The whole night cost 208RMB ($30.53) for the food, juice, water, and beers.  We started off a little disappointed when the server brought out a dish of just fried duck skin.  It looked like a small portion and we thought it was too oily for what we were going to pay for it.  After resigning to a lesson learned, the rest of the entree was brought out and the feast began.  

You can mix and match any combination of sides, sauces, and parts of the duck to make your own little wrap.  Sugar is provided to dip the skin in and while we were put off from it at first, it mixes excellently with the skin's oiliness, the spiciness of the sauce, and crunchiness of the vegetables.  Whatever amount of the duck we were served was perfect for the two of us and, while we could eat more, it left us full.  Definitely find a roasted duck place it you ever go to Beijing.