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A Must-Try Popular Snack on Gulangyu Island: Shen’s Cheung Fun with Silky Skins and Generous Fillings
Gulangyu Island in Xiamen is one of the area’s most popular tourist attractions, and as a result, the island is dotted with numerous food stalls and restaurants. Among them, the long queue outside Shen’s Fujian-style Cheung Fun caught the attention of Jiu Wu E Fu (literally “Jiu Wu’s Nasty Wife”).
Hokkaido-style soup curry in Taipei—paired with crispy, juicy chicken nuggets!
Irresistible soup curry!! Today’s curry broth is truly appealing. I went for spice level nine, which turned out to be surprisingly hot. But upon closer tasting, that appetizing hint of acidity makes the heat more than just one-dimensional. There's a small candle flame under the pot—not an alcohol lamp—so it doesn’t keep the soup boiling hotter and hotter. The main ingredients are decent: whether chicken, beef, or dongpo pork, none are mind-blowing, but the extra-order crispy cauliflower is really delightful.
Taiwanese girl injured by bison in Yellowstone Park – Bison roam freely within the park, says Yellowstone officials
A 16-year-old Taiwanese female student was visiting Yellowstone National Park on May 15 when she was taking photos near American bison in the Old Faithful area and was knocked over by one of them. Fortunately, she did not sustain life-threatening injuries after being hospitalized. According to a reply from the Yellowstone National Park’s official Facebook page: “Bison in the national park are wild animals, and visitors should maintain a safe distance of at least 23 meters.”
Super-popular unnamed snack shop serving golden pan-fried dumplings with fresh daily pork filling
This humble pan-fried dumpling shop on Nan Yuan Street in North District, Tainan, has no official name but enjoys widespread fame for its dumplings. Their thick, generous portions with rich flavors leave a lasting impression.
Yilan Art Museum Grand Opening — Free Admission on 17th & 18th
Yilan’s first art museum opened with a grand celebration on the 17th, inviting the public to visit free of charge on the 17th and 18th. In addition to fixing original architectural flaws, the new Yilan Art Museum has also lowered the facilities in accessible restrooms to better serve people with disabilities. The surrounding bamboo grove has also been renovated, giving the museum a refreshed look as it welcomes visitors.
A red-light district a century ago? Ipoh in Malaysia has Second Concubine Lane, Third Concubine Lane...
"Ipoh White Coffee" is a must-buy when traveling in Malaysia, yet few visitors stay long in the city of Ipoh. With weathered walls, quiet alleys, and creatively painted murals by local artists, Ipoh turns out to be surprisingly captivating. Especially in Ipoh Old Town, there’s a lane with an evocative name—“Second Concubine Lane”—that hints at the area’s once-glorious past. But what hidden history does this forgotten lane hold?
A popular snack shop at Huangshi Market in Huangshi District—sesame oil-infused rice and sweet-sour soups
I often joke that I’m from Jiangzicui and Xinpuyi but not Banqiao, because my usual stomping grounds in Banqiao are limited to these two stations. So when some fellow Banqiao locals tell me about all the local eats, especially street food, I usually haven’t tried—or even heard of—most of them.
So romantic—head to an "idol drama" location in Yilan for a date and sample some “tender meat”!
The pastoral scenery of Yilan is a popular getaway for city dwellers looking to escape the hustle and bustle on holidays. This time, we mainly introduce two nostalgic hidden-gem train stations—Wanglongpi and Tiansongpi Stations—which served as filming locations for the idol drama “Smiling Pasta.” They’re easily accessible by car, and you can plan additional nearby attractions along the way for a smooth and enjoyable trip. Here’s a guide for your reference.
Freshly baked daily！Taiwan's first certified authentic "Naples-style pizza" specialty store
If you want to enjoy delicious, authentic Naples-style pizza, Taiwan’s first and only specialty store using a rock oven made in Naples to make Naples-style pizza is definitely worth recommending—PIZZERIA OGGI Tianmu branch near Zhishan MRT Station on the Red Line. Though the prices aren’t cheap, the ingredients are generous and substantial. You can choose from multiple types of crusts for the Naples-style pizza, allowing pizza lovers to enjoy a truly satisfying and authentic meal.
Stay and play Game Boy? Mario-themed Tokyo hostel for fans
Gamers, rejoice！Now you can live out your dream of staying in the Mushroom Kingdom in Tokyo. The hostel owner has been a Mario fan since the 1980s and transformed their apartment into a themed guesthouse—MARIO WORLD. Here, guests can see a variety of related decorations, each one unique.
Talking about the Pizza Uncle incident – Miss, what you’ve lost is the “face of Taiwanese people.”
Today’s “Pizza Boss News Incident” has been making waves all day, which makes me especially want to share the scene from that day when our group ate pizza at this little shop by the main road in Taitung. I vaguely remember it was near evening when we arrived at this already quite well-known pizza shop in Taitung called “Pizza Uncle.”
Travel from Penang all the way to Kuala Lumpur with HowToTrip’s top 4 recommended attractions!
There's a new way to explore Malaysia recently. In collaboration with China Airlines, Tourism Malaysia is promoting a two-city entry itinerary to fully experience the country. Travelers can take advantage of direct flights to both Kuala Lumpur and Penang, choosing either a “Kuala Lumpur entry, Penang exit” or “Penang entry, Kuala Lumpur exit” route to enjoy both cities — making it a popular choice for exploring western Malaysia lately.
Discussing the future design of China Airlines' new A350 aircraft, Chen Ruixian says it will be like a youth version of "The Peony Pavilion"
Airbus's latest passenger aircraft, the A350 XWB, has arrived in Taiwan and is conducting experience flights over the next two days, with plans to depart on the 20th. The A350 XWB is a brand-new family of medium-to-large wide-body airliners. China Airlines has currently ordered 14 of them, which will be delivered progressively starting in 2016. Designer Chen Ruixian was invited to work on the cabin design, and when talking about the future look, he mentioned that the A350 will be more vibrant and modern. "If the 777 is like Kunqu Opera, then the 350 will be the youth version of 'The Peony Pavilion.'"
Korean BBQ is booming again: The first Taiwan branch of Samgyeopsal in Eight Colors opens in Taipei’s East District in July
Another Korean BBQ spot is making its way to Taipei. This time, it’s “Samgyeopsal in Eight Colors,” which was once voted one of Korea’s must-try dishes by Hong Kong’s travel magazine New Monday. The Taiwanese flagship store is located in the East District and is currently under renovation. Chen Weikai, consultant for Samgyeopsal in Eight Colors, stated that the Taiwan flagship will bring the authentic taste of Korea to Taiwan, with plans to open in mid-July.
Rare Footage Alert: Airbus’s New A350 Lands in Taiwan — Exclusive Look Inside the Aircraft
Airbus’s latest passenger aircraft, the A350 XWB, has arrived in Taiwan. This plane from Airbus’s test flight fleet will conduct experience flights over the next two days and is scheduled to leave Taiwan on the 20th. The A350-900 on display in Taipei features Airbus’s original factory livery, offers two cabin classes, and allows visitors to explore its new interior design features, such as high ceilings, larger baggage space, and panoramic windows. ETtoday EBC News boarded the A350 Demo aircraft to give readers an exclusive early look.
The wheel cake actually has tapioca pearls inside！The bliss of bursting cream and pearls bursting forth.
One day, DaKou and KouMei came to Hsinchu to visit their college friends. After a satisfying lunch, with nothing much to do, they went out for a stroll and unexpectedly came across a video rental shop with a rather long queue. This puzzled DaKou, but upon closer inspection, they realized it was the “Just Bursting Red Bean Cake” right in front of the shop’s arcade area that had everyone lining up. Their friend said this red bean cake was their top choice for afternoon tea and that they would sometimes even make a special trip downstairs just to buy it.
Launch of China’s First Hotel – Evergreen Laurel Shanghai Opens
Evergreen Laurel Hotel Shanghai officially commenced operations today (the 18th), marking the first hotel in mainland China for the Evergreen International hotel chain. This morning, the management held a ribbon-cutting and opening ceremony, attended in person by Evergreen Group Vice Chairman Kuo Li-ching, Vice Chairman Hsieh Chih-chien, Vice President Chang Kuo-wei, and Evergreen International Corporation Chairman Chang Ming-che, while ARATS Advisor Chen Yunlin and Executive Vice President Zheng Lizhong were also present.
A forest-themed menu made of matcha — the world’s only “Snoopy Tea House” in Japan
The “Charlie Brown Café,” themed around the adorable Snoopy, has branches all over Asia. Earlier this year, it opened its first branch in Taiwan in Kaohsiung, attracting countless fans to pay homage. But if you're tired of coffee and want to experience a different shop atmosphere, then don’t miss the world’s first “Snoopy Tea House” located in Oita Prefecture, Japan.
Free manicures and massages while waiting for a table at Wending Spicy Hot Pot; 50% off during soft opening
Previously, ETtoday EBC News Cloud reported that the service-oriented mainland Chinese hot pot chain "Haidilao" was planning to open a branch in Taipei. While the opening remains unannounced, Taiwanese businesses aren’t willing to let Haidilao steal the spotlight. The Ma-La International Catering Group has launched a new brand, "Wending Spicy Hot Pot," offering free manicures, real-person massages, and complimentary Haagen-Dazs ice cream to customers waiting for a table. From May 18 to May 31, during the soft opening period, the entire restaurant is 50% off.
The most common travel disputes in Japan involve lack of transportation — Taiwanese operators: Too many Chinese tourists, hard to book tour buses
Taiwanese people love traveling to Japan, but travel disputes in Japan actually rank the highest. The most common issue is arriving in Japan only to find no tour bus available, forcing travelers to take taxis. Travel agency operators explain that in recent years, mainland tourists have been flocking to Japan, making it extremely difficult to secure tour buses, which leads to such situations.