There are three Chinese restaurants on the main street in Leeton, so I thought it'd be interesting to compare and contrast their meals
These two dishes seemed a good choice as one is something of a standard, while the other offered scope for interpretation.
Prices varied, from $31 to $38 for both dishes.
Before starting our meals, I weighed each package and was surprised to find that the cheapest meal was also the largest.
The cheapest restaurant was most popular with my kids, while the most expensive restaurant was characterised by complex flavours. (Particularly the sweet and sour had a distinct citrus flavour, while the chicken had a richness that reminded me of oyster sauce.)
The compare and contrast exercise was a satisfying activity for my family.
We all really enjoyed the roasted cashews, with that ingredient providing a distinct comparison in its presentation in each meal.
Each restaurant offers a distinct value proposition and I think that speaks to the ability of three Chinese restaurants to operate within a kilometre or so of each other.
