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Safety first！ Schedule of flights affected by Typhoon Goni (continuously updated)
The impact of Typhoon Goni on Taiwan is becoming increasingly evident, and airlines have begun adjusting flight schedules accordingly. ETtoday News Cloud will continue to update changes made by various airlines and remind travelers to confirm their itineraries with the airlines before departure.
Vanilla Air's "600-yuan Tokyo tickets" turn out to be "save 600 yuan" — Netizens furious: Total nonsense
A single character mistake leads to a huge blunder! On the 20th, Vanilla Air announced on its official fan page that a promotional event would be held at 11:00 AM on the 21st, offering a special price of 600 yuan for one-way tickets from Taipei to Tokyo, which excited many people. But three hours after the event began today, Vanilla Air only then posted on its fan page: it should have been “save 600 yuan,” not a ticket priced at 600 yuan. This angered netizens who flooded the comments with complaints.
Just love ramen！Five new Japanese ramen shops that opened in the first half of this year
Ramen has always been one of Taiwanese people’s favorite Japanese cuisines, and you can find ramen shops on almost every street corner. In addition to those opened by Taiwanese, many are either directly from Japan or operated under license. Do you know which new Japanese ramen shops opened in Taiwan in the first half of this year? ETtoday EBC News Cloud has rounded up these five for you.
It’s all about the best meat – Yukeyaku Yakitori only serves Grade 9A+ Australian wagyu.
When it comes to Japanese-style yakiniku in Taipei, most people would immediately think of the big four: Da Wan, Laoganbei, Hutong, and RanMoe. But recently, a new spot called “Yukeyaku Premium Yakiniku” opened near Dongmen Station on the Jincheng South Road MRT line – and it actually has the word “Premium” right in its name. Turns out, Yukeyaku Premium Yakiniku only serves chilled Grade 9A+ Australian wagyu beef (which is even suitable for sashimi).
Typhoon Goni is here – full list of closures at national scenic areas across Taiwan
Here’s the latest update on closures at the 13 national scenic area management offices under the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications due to Typhoon Goni:
Can you eat it in summer too? A refreshing all-lamb hot pot buffet cooked with Chinese herbs and vegetables
All-you-can-eat hot pot is common in the food industry, but an all-lamb hot pot buffet is quite rare in Kaohsiung. The owner, who loves eating lamb, tried lamb dishes from all over before deciding to open an all-lamb hot pot restaurant focused on health...
120 seconds to help "land crabs" give birth: Kenting implements road control
In the coastal forests of Kenting under the cover of night, the egg-laying and breeding season of land crabs quietly arrives. On their journey back to the sea to give birth, speeding vehicles can easily become fatal hazards. To ensure the safe passage of egg-bearing female crabs across the roads, the Kenting National Park Headquarters implemented traffic controls on Provincial Highway 26 during the peak land crab breeding season in 2015 — for nine days from the end of August to October, reducing the original four lanes to two.
Open only 3 days a week！Hugely popular online steakhouse with a DIY buffet offering a wide variety of dishes
Caesar Western Steak is a uniquely styled steakhouse. It’s only open on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, and with great online reviews, you can imagine how hard it is to get a reservation—so Old K has had it on his radar for a while XD
Fireworks to feast your eyes on — Penghu’s Light & Fireworks Show lights up your nights every week!
The “2015 Penghu Light & Fireworks Show” kicked off on the night of Qixi Festival (Chinese Valentine’s Day), this year themed “Joyful Journey to the Chrysanthemum Island,” and held in grand style at Magong’s Guanyin Pavilion. Starting tomorrow (the 23rd), there will be seven light and fireworks shows at the pavilion, with four performances daily, each featuring different music to showcase local character and illuminate the Penghu night sky.
Beware of locals who speak perfect English: 3 ways to avoid travel scams
In your daily life back home, you often receive scam calls and messages. Scammers have countless tricks that evolve constantly, and when you're abroad in an unfamiliar place, you're even more vulnerable. According to About.com, travelers can use three methods to avoid becoming victims of scams—so don’t take the bait, smart traveler!
Taichung’s “Mushroom Lover’s Paradise!” The Only Mushroom Ice Cream You Can Find in Xinshe
The meals offered at Baiguzhuang are mushroom-flavored snacks. Xiong Chao loves mushrooms and really wants to try every single one.
"Swan" Approaches: Taiwan Cancels All Ship and Flight Services (Updates Ongoing)
Typhoon Swan (No. 15) is moving northward along the eastern coast of Taiwan, with the Bashi Channel and the southeastern waters of Taiwan entering the maritime warning zone. Some flights to and from outlying islands have been suspended. ETtoday EBC News Cloud has compiled the following information on canceled ship and flight services:
Dare to take the challenge? The world’s steepest wooden roller coaster plunges at a 77-degree angle
The world’s steepest wooden roller coaster — are you brave enough to try it? Everland in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, spans 4.5 million pyeong and is an immensely popular theme park. Among its thrilling rides, the wooden roller coaster (T Express) is hailed as the steepest wooden coaster in the world, offering an adrenaline rush like no other.
Vancouver’s Street Food Truck Culture: 20 Unique Flavors of “Japanese Hot Dogs”
In 2010, the Vancouver city government relaxed the regulations for food truck applications, encouraging the growth of the street food business. Almost overnight, a variety of mobile eateries sprouted up on every corner, offering a flood of international cuisines.
Interviewing at the Ghost Festival Water Lantern Release & Finding Joss Paper in My Bag After Going Home?
The water lantern ceremony finally ended！ I hurriedly drove home just to publish the article online as soon as possible. The moment I got home, sat at my desk, and was about to turn on my computer, I was terrified！ Because a piece of joss paper was standing upright wedged between my laptop and the books in my bag...
Explore the Hidden Tea Fragrance of Alishan: TRA’s “Cruise Train” Opens Registration in September
TRA’s brand-new themed cruise train is about to launch. The “Liyuanliao Station,” the only station along the Alishan Forest Railway located within Meishan Township, is a hidden tea-scented haven nestled in the mountains. Starting in October, a tea-themed cruise train will take travelers deep into this serene locale, with registration opening on September 9.
High-temperature flames enhance the aroma — juicy hamburger patties wrapped in tomato
The hamburger patty specialty store "My Tonkatsu Yamamoto" Taiwan No. 1 branch is currently in trial operation and is scheduled to officially open in Taipei's East District on September 1. Currently, My Tonkatsu Yamamoto offers seven flavors of hamburger patties plus one children's meal, priced between NT$290 and NT$340 (NT$150 for the children's meal). Here, the hamburger patties are first pan-fried and then baked in an oven to keep them tender and juicy.
北斗’s Unique “Cabbage Rice”! Topped with Sweet-and-Salty Braised Pork Skin
The cabbage rice from the Beidou school may look rather simple and unassuming—white rice topped with stir-fried cabbage and a few pieces of braised pork skin. It’s the kind of humble fare that kept people full during the early agricultural days. Though plain, it actually tastes really good. The cabbage is stir-fried and then soaked in its own naturally sweet juice, staying tender yet still holding some texture instead of turning completely mushy. When stir-fried with shredded pork and mushrooms, the flavor is truly aromatic, and even the crispy bits soaking up the savory broth are delicious.
Step onto the northernmost tip of Taiwan – The Fugui Cape Lighthouse opens to the public on the 29th
Taiwan’s northernmost lighthouse, the Fugui Cape Lighthouse, can now finally be seen in its full glory by travelers. The Maritime and Port Bureau under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications announced that starting from the 29th, the Fugui Cape Lighthouse will officially open to the public, becoming the 11th lighthouse in Taiwan accessible for visits.
A Must-Try Guide to Shanghai’s Most Popular Delicacies: Crab Roe Pork Soup Dumplings & Pan-Fried Pork Buns
I truly felt I couldn’t miss Jiājiā Soup Dumplings (佳家汤包), so I made time to visit their Huanghe Road branch on the second-to-last day of my business trip. It was absolutely phenomenal, so the next day before flying back to Taiwan, I went to their headquarters at Liyuan Road for lunch. It was hands down the most satisfying Shanghainese snack during my 10-day work trip here.