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Tag Archives: Food
Is it rude to photograph food in (Taiwanese) restaurants?
Recently, I was somewhat taken aback to read an article in The Weekend Australian that suggested it was the height of rudeness to take photographs in restaurants. The article then went on to slam people who (like me) photograph food … Continue reading
The Guest House
The Guest House conjures up images of a small eatery hidden inside a boutique hotel or B & B. But instead it is a luxury restaurant located in the Sheraton Hotel that welcomes with relaxed, unhurried charm. The restaurant describes … Continue reading
Recipe: Golden Banana Kingdom Cake
Taiwan’s bananas are famous. The Japanese established vast hectares of banana plantations during their 50 year period of colonial rule (1895 to 1945). Then in 1967, Taiwan became the first country to export bananas to Japan. Bananas were an expensive, … Continue reading
Chinese Cookbook
Chinese Cookbook, an unpretentious local-style restaurant walking distance from Taipei 101, dishes up family-style dishes at a reasonable price. This restaurant stands out for several things, one of which is cleanliness. Unlike some family restaurants in Taipei, this restaurant is … Continue reading
L'Idiot
L’Idiot means, as you may guess, idiot. Why? Well, its owners hope that after eating there, patrons will feel happy and stupid. Like the donkey they have chosen as their motif (the Chinese translation of L’Idiot is ‘Donkey Restaurant’).
L’Idiot
L’Idiot means, as you may guess, idiot. Why? Well, its owners hope that after eating there, patrons will feel happy and stupid. Like the donkey they have chosen as their motif (the Chinese translation of L’Idiot is ‘Donkey Restaurant’).
Where Food Meets Art
The National Palace Museum, ranked one of the top ten museums in the world, is a must-see attraction in Taiwan. Its collection of classical and historical Chinese art and crafts is first rate. But Taiwan’s modern art is just as … Continue reading
Recipe: Taiwanese Influenced Hot Cross Buns
Taiwan has some incredible bakeries, and these days in Taipei you can buy an amazing assortment of internationally influenced breads, including fluffy sandwich white, sour dough, baguettes, rye bread and even Xinjiang bread. But unfortunately, I have not had any … Continue reading
Hidden Vietnamese restaurant
I have been on the hunt for a good Vietnamese restaurant ever since I arrived in Taipei last year. The fresh, tangy flavours at my local cheap and cheerful Vietnamese back home was something that I thought I could easily … Continue reading
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Tagged 縣汐, 銘記越南美食, Food, Ming Jih, restaurant, taipei, Vietnamese, Xizhi
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Tainan-style Tomatoes with Sweet Soy Dipping Sauce
This recipe may seem odd, but it will surprise. The natural sweetness and acidity of the tomatoes jumps out when combined with the dipping sauce. This is my attempt to recreate the fresh tomato dish served at Tai-cheng’s Fruit Shop … Continue reading
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