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Taiwan: Top 10 Must Try Food

 This will be a very suitable gift for children, those with simple souls, or those who like to collect different types of cards from around the world. On those cards are typical images of Hong Kong such as the Star Ferry, double-decker ding-ding cars, or red taxis that we often see on the busy streets of Hong Kong. Just sitting and flipping the cards will make people recall many typical images of the place. Brought to life in the early 1960s, this legendary spot is now a city-wide chain of acclaimed chicken rice branches. So, if you’re looking for a tasty halal-certified chicken rice 伴手禮 台東 spot, Restoran Nasi Ayam Chee Meng is indeed a must-visit. It has even been awarded with the prestigious MICHELIN Bib Gourmand for “good quality and value cooking” this year! The distribution centre is HACCP, Australian Biosecurity and NSW Food Authority accredited. At the end of the day, just enjoy Taitung’s laidback nature and the friendly locals. Maybe have a beer with them and sing and dance late into the night. In fact, tianbula is actually oden, a one-pot dish where a variety of ingredients are boiled in a light, soy-flavored broth. When you make your purchase, you can also use their microwave to heat up the soup dumplings. There are clear instructions on the package, so you’ll know exactly how long to heat them up for. I was very disappointed by the amount of gummies I received in my pack and don’t actually recommend them. At the end of the day, take a hot spring bath at nearby Antong Hot Spring. If you add a third day in Hualien, this will likely involve traveling south from Hualien City toward Taitung county in the southeastern corner of Taiwan. This is a remoter and less traveled region of Taiwan with few people and incredible scenery. Are you a foodie looking for your next culinary adventure? Look no further than Taichung, where the local cuisine is as diverse as it is delicious. From hearty beef noodles to crispy scallion pancakes, there is something for every palate in this bustling city. The village is home to traditional aboriginal music, as well as modern pop and rock performances. It’s not just a place to listen to music, but also an opportunity to learn about the local culture. When the orange MRT line opens someday, there will be an “Yizhong Shopping District” stop, which will be the first stop north of Taichung Station. Though that may sound strange, there's evidence to back it up. Besides frozen spinach, we rounded up all our favorite frozen foods in our article,10 Frozen Foods You Should Always Have on Hand & Why. Eating healthier is no easy feat, but it's one that you can begin to tackle by buying groceries packed with nutrients that are beneficial to your overall health in a myriad of ways. Once you bring the right greens, grains, proteins, and more into your home, it becomes much easier to consume food in a way that allows you to thrive, and not just survive. I really wanted to visit this place but it rained heavily the afternoon of our only night in Tainan. It’s a little far as well, about half an hour south of central Tainan by taxi, so we decided to just leave it for another trip. Blueprint Cultural & Creative Park is a relatively new creative park that’s been open for a little over two years. Check out my article on Addiction Aquatic Development for more pictures and information. When it comes to unagi, Fei Qian Wu has to be one of the best places to eat in Taipei. There are often long queues at the restaurant but we arrived at an odd hour so thankfully, we didn’t have to wait that long. See my Hualien guide for the attractions on the coast before you get to Taitung. In Taitung City, Gaya Hotel (see on Booking / Agoda) beside Taitung Railway Village has an infinity pool. If you need to crash for a night, there are several decent hotels by Taitung Station. For an aboriginal experience, spend the night at Bunun Leisure Farm west of town. Driving south from Taitung city, Highway 9 will become the coastal highway. Follow it down the coast then across to the western side of Taiwan. The HSR only runs down the west coast of Taiwan from Taipei to Zuoying . So from Hualien, you can ride a regular train all the way to Taichung, and yes, it takes about 4 hours on the fastest train, the Puyuma Express. This train is the most popular and sells out fastest, so it’s important to buy the ticket as early as possible . Another option is to take the same train but get off in Taipei, then transfer to the HSR for Taipei to Taichung. It’s commonly referred to as the “Capital City” because of its 200-year history as Taiwan’s capital under Koxinga and Qing Dynasty rule. It’s the oldest urban area in the country and home to some of the city’s most popular attractions like Anping Tree House, Anping Old Street, and Fort Zeelandia. Because of the pandemic, Tainan travel guidelines have been changing often. Our friends at Booking.com put together a helpful website with detailed information on travel restrictions around the globe. The main coffee beans sold here, the Robusta and Liberica are mostly grown on the lower hilly areas at the southern plantation owned by Bidayuh villagers and local Chinese farms. At Tong Kee you will find one of the finest and famous Siew Pau in Kuching operating for around 50 years with their signature Yam Puffs, Curry Puffs, and Chicken Siew Pau. Otherwise, if you want to go by rental motorbike offered by the locals, you can pay a one-way fee of about NTD 200 – 500. In case you choose to depart from Taitung, take the Puyuma train when traveling in group. Carpool for 4 people to Fugang Wharf costs about NTD 250 – 400. Although almost all over Indonesia has this food, in Batam otak-otak is processed with different spices. This food is made from fish that is processed using selected herbs and spices. In Batam, otak-otak is also savory and spicy and is usually eaten with peanut spices or cayenne sauce. This place is a favorite haunt for both locals and visitors, serving hawker delights such as lok look and popiah . Their juices arecold pressed with no added sugar, which is perfect if you happen to be watching your calorie intake. MJ’s Cuisine is a family-style restaurant that has been around since Sept 2013.

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