While we were on Huayin Street looking for a luggage shop to purchase an additional suitcase for our shopping haul, we stumbled upon a donut shop called 台灣人ㄟ甜甜圈 that specialises in Crispy Milk Donuts. We had previously tried and enjoyed the Crispy Milk Donuts from a shop called 一脆鮮奶脆皮甜甜圈, so we couldn’t resist trying the […]

Nestled in the hills of Northern Taiwan lies the charming old town of Jiufen. Known for its stunning views, rich history and charming old streets, it is also a foodie’s paradise, attracting people from all corners of the globe. During our Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, and Shifen Day Tour, we had the opportunity to visit Jiufen […]

If you’re a fan of authentic Taiwanese cuisine, you absolutely can’t miss out on Cheng Wei Zhen (程味珍) when you visit Taipei. This charming restaurant has been serving up mouthwatering noodles and lu wei dishes since 1974, and it’s no wonder they’ve become a local favourite. Experience the Best of Both Worlds at Cheng Wei […]

Crispy Milk Donut or 鮮奶脆皮甜甜圈 is a Taiwanese snack that has gained popularity in recent years. It is a type of fried donut that is made with fresh milk, flour, and other ingredients to create a unique flavour and texture. The dough is shaped into rings, coated in batter and then deep-fried until golden brown […]

Zhonghua Road Night Market (中華路夜市) is situated along Zhonghua Road in Taichung’s Central District and has historically been one of Taichung’s most popular early night markets. However, since the emergence of additional night markets in other neighbourhoods, the number of visitors to Zhonghua Road Night Market has diminished significantly. Despite this decline, the market remains […]

Today, I want to take you on a delicious journey to Taichung, where a local delicacy called Taichung Rou Yuan has been winning hearts for generations. Established way back in 1933, this eatery is a true legend when it comes to authentic flavours. Picture this: a scrumptious treat that’s both delicious and easy on the […]

While exploring the art and cultural attractions in Taichung, we chanced upon Xiangyang Dongpo Egg Yolk Fresh Meat Bun (向陽東坡蛋黃鮮肉包) at Taichung Third Market. This popular establishment had a long queue of mostly local customers, similar to Bu Yi Yang Mantou which I had previously blogged about. While browsing the menu and taking pictures, an […]

While we were strolling down the Luchuan (Green River) towards Painted Animation Lane, we came across Bu Yi Yang Mantou (不一樣饅頭), which had a long line of customers, mostly locals. I read that this shop had been handed down from the original Shandong master chefs, over 50 years ago. The current proprietor is the third […]

We took a 10-minute walk to Chun Shui Tang, the creator of bubble tea, after exploring Shenji New Village. The story of Chun Shui Tang 春水堂 Chun Shui Tang is a teahouse chain originating from Taichung. It has outlets all over Taiwan, as well as in Hong Kong and Japan. They also own TP Tea, […]

Miyahara is a popular dessert shop and restaurant in Taichung’s Central District. They are known for their artisanal sweets and desserts, such as ice cream, cakes, and cookies, made using only the finest ingredients. Miyahara is located in a refurbished, century-old red-brick building, which used to be an eye clinic, hence its Chinese name 宮原眼科. […]

If you’re a fan of finger-licking good fried chicken, then J&G Fried Chicken (繼光香香雞) is a name that needs no introduction. This popular Taiwanese fast food chain has won over the hearts and taste buds of countless foodies. And it all began way back in 1973 on the bustling Jiguang Street in Taichung’s Central District. […]

We came across Dexin Chishang Fanbao (德欣池上飯包) on our way back to Angel Wings Inn after the coach dropped us off at the end of our Taroko Gorge day tour. Decided to get takeout from here to eat at our inn because we were exhausted from our day out. Menu They have eight different bento […]

We walked to Zhongshan Road because we wanted to try the famous steamed buns at Gongzheng Baozi (公正包子店), which many people had raved about on Google. When we arrived, we were surprised to find no queue at the shop, but rather a very long queue at the next-door Zhou Jia Steamed Dumplings (周家蒸餃). The line […]

We were unable to book a whale watching tour in time, so we had a free day in Hualien. Walked down Heping Road from Angel Wings Inn, where we stayed, to Nanbin Park. Came across Fang Yuan Chao Zhou Handmade Wonton Noodles 方元潮州手工餛飩麵 shop along the way and decided to stop for brunch. Had intended […]

Dongdamen Night Market (aka East Gate Night Market 東大門夜市), which opened in July 2015, is Hualien County’s largest night market. Hualien is Taiwan’s largest gateway to the Pacific Ocean, hence the name East Gate Night Market. The current location of the night market (between Beibin Park and Nanbin Park) was once the grounds of the […]