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Juicy and chewy—hand-rolled dumpling wrappers at Tonghua Night Market’s cabbage and chive pork dumplings
Wei Family Dumplings is located within Tonghua Night Market, but not on the main straight stretch of the night market. Instead, you’ll need to walk down the alleyway near the famous Liangji Braised Meats—this area is packed with food stalls.
Grand Hyatt Taipei invites Michelin-starred chef from Macau’s Imperial Kitchen for a guest appearance – Dinner at NT$10,800
Leading the guest appearance is Chef Guillaume Galliot, who earned two Michelin stars and a spot on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list for his French cuisine at “The Tasting Room” in Macau’s Crown Towers. He will make his first visit to Taiwan in March, invited by Grand Hyatt Taipei, to present the “French Imperial Banquet Wine Dinner” at the hotel’s Park Avenue Café from March 3 to 5, 2016. Lunch is priced at NT$5,800 per person, and dinner at NT$10,800 per person, with both prices subject to an additional 10% service charge.
Tainan hotels extend warmth in disaster relief effort: Five-star amenities help affected residents celebrate the New Year
After Grand Formosa Regent Tainan took the lead by offering 10 rooms each day from February 6 to 8 for use by the city government’s disaster response center, other five-star hotels such as Tayih Landis Tainan, Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Tainan, and Taiwan Sugar Chang Yung-Fa Foundation Tainan also confirmed available room numbers and provided heartfelt accommodation support.
Wuling Farm Cherry Blossom Season Begins！ Taipei-Wuling 4-Hour Cherry Blossom Shuttle Still Has Seats
This year’s Wuling Farm cherry blossom season runs from February 6 to 22, lasting 17 days. In accordance with past practice, the Directorate General of Highways has planned special bus routes for the event. The public can take the shuttle buses from the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Taipei West Station, Taipei City Hall MRT Station, Yilan Transfer Station, Yilan Sanxing Sports Ground, Yilan Jiuliao Visitor Service Center, and Lishan to Wuling Farm.
Disaster relief with warmth: Elderly Japanese raise funds for Taiwan on a cold Tokyo street
Some netizens commented, "Though we speak different languages, our gratitude is the same. How wonderful it would be if the whole world were filled with such love. Thank you, Japan."
Affordable Pizza Spot from Taichung Opens in Kaohsiung – Crispy Thin Crust with Rich Cheese
Pizza Factory is an affordable pizza chain from Taichung. Its Kaohsiung branch has been open for over a year, yet we’ve passed this road countless times without noticing this pizza shop. Specializing in budget-friendly pizzas, it seems to be especially popular among younger crowds, with many online reviews and recommendations. We couldn’t wait to give it a try.
Admire a sea of flowers and enjoy a romantic lantern festival—here are the must-visit spots for your short trip in Tainan during the Lunar New Year holiday
With the Lunar New Year approaching, how do you plan to spend the up to nine-day holiday? The Tainan City Government Tourism Bureau has compiled a “Tainan Holiday Travel Guide” for the public, inviting everyone across the country to visit Tainan—from before the New Year to the Lantern Festival—to shop for festive goods, enjoy blooming flowers, admire lantern displays, and soak in the unique festive atmosphere of this cultural ancient capital.
【Editorial】Strong 6.4-magnitude earthquake in southern Taiwan; Leofoo Village resumes normal operations after full safety inspection
A strong 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck southern Taiwan at 3:57 a.m. on the 6th, with the epicenter in Meinong District, Kaohsiung. High-speed rail services south of Taichung were suspended, causing major disruptions to railway traffic, affecting the travel plans of many returning home or going on trips. The Leofoo Village theme park has completed a full safety inspection, with all facilities and rides confirmed to be in normal condition, and the park remains open as usual. Visitors planning to come today are advised to take the train, bus, or drive themselves.
Winter’s “Paradise for Monkeys”: Head to Hakodate to See Macaques Soaking in Hot Springs with Pure Bliss
Winters in Hokkaido, Japan, are extremely cold — not only is there heavy snowfall, but temperatures can sometimes drop as low as minus 20 degrees Celsius. Yet in such a harsh climate, there exists a true paradise for monkeys. At the Hokkaido Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden, there is a special hot spring pool exclusively for monkeys. Visitors can watch these primates soaking in the springs, looking thoroughly content, and if you’re lucky enough to feed them, they’ll even happily clap their hands in thanks.
A strong earthquake struck Taiwan in the early hours... She immediately saw an incredibly "heartwarming" notice in Kyoto
A powerful 6.4-magnitude earthquake hit Meinong, Kaohsiung, in Taiwan in the early morning of the 6th. The southern part of Taiwan experienced significant tremors, especially in the Tainan area, where continuous reports of disaster emerged. The central and local governments mobilized all efforts for disaster relief. The strong quake in Taiwan also drew international attention. A netizen traveling in Arashiyama, Japan, captured a notice issued early on the 6th by the Nomiya Shrine in Arashiyama that read, "God bless Tainan and Kaohsiung, praying for the safety of our friends in Taiwan." The netizen called it incredibly heartwarming and a sign of strong Taiwan-Japan friendship.
How many have you visited? Here's a lazy guide to "Must-Visit New Attractions in Northern Taiwan for Chinese New Year"
This year’s Chinese New Year holiday lasts nine days, and many people are planning trips. From the end of 2015 to early this year, eye-catching new attractions have been popping up around Taiwan. This article specially compiles a list of "Must-Visit New Attractions in Northern Taiwan for Chinese New Year"—why not take the opportunity to visit them with family and friends during the holidays?
What a crazy idea—a Middle Eastern-style Lunar New Year market has popped up in Vancouver!
The Lunar New Year is approaching. While Lunar New Year markets across Taiwan are in full swing—with dried goods, snacks, and candies spilling out onto the streets, brimming with festive cheer—where can you find a similar experience in Vancouver? Where can you enjoy free samples and feast your eyes on an array of dried fruits? Just head to “Go Nuts in Here.”
100% Romantic! BiTan Riverside Scenic Restaurant & Adorable Two-Tier Afternoon Tea
If you were born in the 1950s or 60s, you might remember “BiTan,” once one of Taiwan’s Eight Scenic Spots. Even earlier, it was Taiwan’s very first “dating” mecca. However, over time and with changing trends, it fell into decline. Fortunately, thanks to the efforts of a dedicated group, we’re gradually witnessing the rebirth of “BiTan” in Xindian. What’s even more remarkable is that it hasn’t been ruined by excessive tourism and still retains as much of its former charm as possible.
It has a taste of France: 4 restaurants certified by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs
On March 19 last year, an event called “Good France – A Taste of France,” organized by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs and connecting 150 countries across five continents with 1,300 French chefs, served the same certified menu format that evening. Four restaurants in Taiwan were selected, including “STAY” opened by a three-Michelin-star chef in Taiwan, L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon alumna and 2014’s Asia’s Best Female Chef Eugenie Chen’s restaurant Le Moût, the Paris 1930 at the Ambassador Hotel, and a French bistro located in Tainan.
"Only Monkeys Would Do This!" – A Roundup of 9 Themed Parks Across Taiwan Offering Special Discounts for Those Born in the Year of the Monkey
The 2016 Lunar New Year coincides with the arrival of the Year of the Monkey. The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications has launched the exclusive "Monkey Year Bear Happy" campaign. Statistics show that 8 themed parks are offering amazing deals for those born in the Year of the Monkey or with the surname Hou (侯), including E-DA World’s 599 TWD ticket price for Monkey-year individuals and free admission to the National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium in Yehliu for those born in the Year of the Monkey—ensuring everyone has a blast in the Monkey Year!
Have coffee in Prague Castle! The "Starbucks" with a breathtaking view
Visiting Starbucks around the world is also one of my travel goals. Every time I step into a Starbucks, it always gives me a familiar sense of security. Maybe that's why I always make time to visit Starbucks during every trip and in every city. A cup of coffee, along with a Starbucks city mug, has become my travel habit.
What to eat on New Year's Eve? 6 Common Dishes with Hidden Auspicious Meanings
According to tradition, families gather around the table for a reunion dinner on New Year’s Eve, symbolizing togetherness and completeness. Are there certain dishes that always appear on the table every year? Delicious fish, chicken, dumplings, and rice cakes fill the table in an impressive spread. Beyond being tasty, these dishes each carry unique meanings—why shouldn’t you finish the fish during the New Year? Why do people eat dumplings? ETtoday EBC News Cloud has the answers. Find out the meanings behind common New Year dishes and see which ones are on your table tonight.
Seafood lovers, this is not to be missed: The 8 most beloved fish, shrimp, and crab dishes among netizens
As an island nation, Taiwan boasts abundant marine resources, offering a dazzling array of seafood dishes. But what are the types of seafood that Taiwanese people love the most? DailyView’s Online Thermometer collected various seafood dishes hotly discussed by netizens over the past six months, and compiled a list of the dishes along with the places where these fresh and lively seafood items are most frequently mentioned. Seafood enthusiasts, don’t miss out on this one!
Taoyuan Airport sees record passenger volume during Spring Festival; New Year's Eve Eve hits 135,000 breaking records
Taoyuan International Airport has once again set a new record for passenger volume during Spring Festival travel. On the 6th (New Year's Eve Eve), the total number of actual inbound, outbound, and transfer passengers for the day reached a staggering 135,135, surpassing the previous high of 132,000 and marking a new all-time high for Taoyuan Airport's passenger traffic.
Thinking of watching a Muay Thai fight in Bangkok? Here are 4 must-know viewing spots!
A friend was deeply fascinated after watching a Muay Thai match in Thailand, so upon returning to Taiwan, they highly recommended it to Buji. Having also seen some media reports on Muay Thai and feeling curious, Buji—who had never watched a Muay Thai fight before—quietly decided that this trip to Bangkok would include catching a match. But where can you watch Muay Thai? Buji found that matches in Bangkok are mainly held at two stadiums, with two additional places where you can watch for free.