"Yes, Haidilao is the largest hot pot chain in China, but you should still make a visit to the Markham outpost, if not for the eight different soup bases (the spicy mala rules), then certainly for the “noodle dance” performed by staff (imagine rhythmic gymnastics combined with noodle pulling). Keep your head up if the staff leap into a performance — patrons have been known to get smacked by wayward noodles. Note: Unlike some other hot pot spots, there’s no all-you-can-eat option here. [$$]" - Faiyaz Kara