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Published on: 10/12/2008
Last Visited: 9/29/2008
Las Vegas Dining: The creativity behind Wing Lei restaurant at the Wynn goes beyond executive chef Richard Chen's inspired menu.
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"I am excited to introduce travelers to Las Vegas and locals to my style of cuisine," says Chen."Upscale Chinese food is just starting to make its mark in the fine dining arena and it is my goal that Wing Lei takes the movement even further."
And he knows what he's talking about.Chen was handpicked from his position as both the Chef de Cuisine and Manager of Shanghai Terrace at The Peninsula Chicago.He earned national critical acclaim for his signature "reverse fusion" style, in which he combined Western ingredients and techniques to prepare classic Chinese dishes.
Chen offers a tasting menu with two options: The Peking Duck Dinner ($78/person) offers a variety of courses, including a tableside carving of Roasted Duck wrapped with Mandarin pancakes, cucumber, scallion and Hoi Sin Sauce; Peking Duck Salad with almonds, crisp orange truffle vinaigrette; Wild Duck Soup and Asian vegetables; Wok-fried Duck in black bean sauce; Pan-seared Duck Noodles with Chinese broccoli and crispy noodles; and a Chocolate Dome for dessert.