I guess that I am that American that the Pearl is designed to cater to.
I am not familiar with the nuances of authentic chinese cusine .....
and to my taste the food at the Pearl was supurb.
Thinking I would try the summer tasting menu that included the spiney lobster tail, I quickly changed to Chef Yau's tasting menu once I looked over the menu.
The tasting menu included prawn dumpling and minced chicken in lettuce wrap to get the meal off to a terrific start.
The main course was a wok - fried beef tenderloin with scallops.
The scallops were in a sauce that was just amazing - it made the shellfish just melt in your mouth.
I do not know how it could have been prepared better.
The only odd feature of the meal was that the tasting menu listed a variety of "french" pasteries for dessert.
The cake was the same one provided to the summer tasting menu ...
It just seemed odd after such a wonderful meal featuring so many flavorful chinese dishes.
The service was excellent. All your needs are attended to quickly.
An excellent wine list is available.
The decor is "traditional MGM" dining.
An excellent dinner ......
well worth returning to enjoy again.