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What a pity if you haven't tried it yet—6 must-try popular bubble tea shops in Kaohsiung
Bubble tea has become an essential part of modern life. Whenever you can grab a cup, it not only feels refreshing and comforting, but for travelers, trying a local specialty drink can definitely leave a lasting impression. But do you know what bubble tea is a must-try in Kaohsiung? ETtoday EBC has handpicked 6 bubble tea shops that are a must-visit in Kaohsiung—even the locals recommend them, so skipping them would be a shame.
You’ll have to look sideways to spot the "terns" — The Four Points by Sheraton Penghu is full of clever design details
The newly opened The Four Points by Sheraton Penghu features thoughtful design elements throughout the hotel. For example, hidden green sea turtles and butterflies adorn the lobby walls, stone pillars mimic the basalt joints of basalt rock with terns circling around them, ceiling lights are shaped like traditional fishing baskets, and the carpets in the guest room corridors are decorated with coreopsis flowers, all weaving together the essence of Penghu.
To promote the museum's opening, a "Snoopy Corridor" appears at Roppongi Station in Tokyo
Asia's first "Snoopy Museum" will officially open on April 23 in Tokyo's Roppongi. To promote the museum, starting now and primarily along the JR Yamanote Line, Snoopy can be seen in the platforms and passageways of about 30 stations across Tokyo. Inside Roppongi Station, visitors can also enjoy the adorable "Snoopy Corridor," which has become a charming recent sight in Tokyo.
Even crispy chicken can be eaten in-store now！ Try this late-night snack in Tainan — the No. 1 ranked fried tofu!
Come on, come on, weight loss can wait till tomorrow！ Time for another super indulgent food session！ The star today is crispy seasoned chicken (aka 鹽酥雞), a beloved late-night staple among Tainan locals (seriously, is there anyone who doesn’t love it?). This place, 《Fried to Chew》 from Kaohsiung, has been around for a while, but I only got around to trying it recently. Our group went all out and ordered an entire table full. What’s pretty special here is that you can actually dine in — which isn’t always common for crispy chicken spots — and the place is clean and hygienic. Really nice！
The first carriages of Taichung Metro’s Green Line have been unveiled for the first time, with arrival in Taiwan expected by the end of the year.
Taichung Metro Green Line carriages revealed – Currently being assembled at Kawasaki Heavy Industries in Kobe, the train cars were shown to the public on the 3rd. The Taichung City Government stated that the assembly progress has now reached 36%, with the aluminum alloy structure of the body and the front design both completed. If testing goes smoothly, they are expected to meet all citizens by the end of the year.
A must-try century-old Tokyo eatery “Daikokuya” — Super generous shrimp tempura N
Visiting Asakusa in Tokyo, after strolling through Kaminarimon and Nakamise-dori, I was starving. Pingzi recommended that I absolutely had to try the century-old Asakusa eatery — Daikokuya Tempura. Established in Showa 20 (1887), their signature dishes are the tempura donburi and shrimp tempura donburi (海老天丼). They generously serve four large fried shrimp, which are huge and completely cover the rice. Just looking at it feels luxurious. Both the shrimp and rice are infused with a rich, unique sauce — incredibly comforting.
How to eat A4-sized Korean seaweed? Experts teach the "fold method" to turn it into small pieces in 15 seconds
"Seaweed" is a fairly common ingredient in Korean cuisine. In addition to being eaten directly after roasting, it can also be used in soups or wrapped around rice rolls, among other ways. Many travelers visiting Korea often buy several packs of seaweed as gifts for family and friends. However, since Korean seaweed is often sold in large packaging, with each sheet being the size of an A4 sheet of paper, figuring out how to elegantly eat something as big as printer paper has become a challenge for recipients.
Thailand enforces re-entry ban again! Overstayers may be barred from entering the country for up to 10 years
Thailand will recently strengthen and strictly enforce the re-entry ban for foreign travelers who have overstayed. Thai authorities stated that, for the safety of Thai people, starting immediately, those who have overstayed for more than one year will be banned from entering Thailand for 10 years.
A half-century-old Tainan classic flavor: stir-fried eel noodles and sesame oil pig kidney
It’s said that this Xinyi Stir-Fried Eel has been in business for half a century, with cooking skills passed down through two generations from the owner to his son. The restaurant has simple décor and just a few ceiling fans, but whether you dine in or take out, there’s always a steady stream of customers. You can always see the chef stir-frying eel over high heat.
Asia's 50 Best Restaurants: Three of André Chiang's Restaurants Make the List
Acclaimed by TIME magazine twice as "the greatest chef in the Indian Ocean," André Chiang has, since founding his own restaurant Restaurant ANDRE in 2008, gone on to open Burnt Ends, Bincho, Porte 12, RAW, and Meat Smith. Among these, three were selected for the 2016 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants list: Restaurant ANDRE, Burnt Ends, and RAW, with Restaurant ANDRE even securing the impressive 3rd place ranking.
Convenient！Japan’s FamilyMart to launch “delivery to Taiwan” from stores; could start this year
Japan’s FamilyMart convenience store chain has announced a partnership with Japan Post Group to expand its delivery services overseas. Consumers or international tourists will be able to send packages at FamilyMart stores in Japan and pick them up at designated branches abroad. This overseas delivery service is expected to launch mid-year, initially rolling out at 3,000 stores in Taiwan. The news has drawn cheers from many Taiwanese netizens, who praised it as a great solution—“no more struggling to carry electronics onto the plane!”
Don’t worry if you missed the Taiwan Lantern Festival!“Cosmic Tower” light show returns to Lukang starting April 26
Although the 2016 Taiwan Lantern Festival has ended, its spectacular main lanterns remain fresh in the public’s memory. One of the main lanterns, the “Cosmic Tower,” has now been installed in front of the Taiwan Glass Museum in Lukang, Changhua, and is scheduled to begin a trial lighting display from the 26th. It will then be lit on a regular basis, becoming one of Lukang’s most enchanting night scenes.
One bite and the filling bursts out instantly！We’ve rounded up 8 popular oozing-delicious treats
Want to boost your mood? How can you do without delicious desserts? These oozing-delicious treats, where the filling spills out with just one bite, are simply irresistible—their great taste is impossible to resist, and just looking at them makes your mouth water. Ettoday Dongsen Travel Cloud has compiled a list of 8 popular oozing-delicious foods. Don’t miss out—add them to your must-try list right away！
Struggling to resist the "explosive shopping" boom? Japan considers visa exemptions for Chinese tourists
Japanese Deputy Foreign Minister Seiji Kihara revealed on the 4th that the Japanese government has set new targets to attract 40 million foreign visitors to Japan by 2020 and 60 million by 2030. As a result, the government will explore relevant measures and policies, including visa exemptions, which will naturally be among them, and Chinese tourists will also be included as potential beneficiaries.
You’re invited to share leftover meals with us – Taichung’s Indian curry restaurant launches a “community leftover dining” initiative
A newly opened eatery in Taichung, Seven Happiness Kitchen, specializes in Indian curries that you can’t find anywhere else in Taiwan. The founder, Yang Qixi, has launched a program called “Community Leftover Dining,” where daily leftovers are offered to anyone who wants them. Just walk in and set your own price – no rules. You can drop any amount into the donation box, or trade labor, items, or ingredients for a meal.
Bang！Beware of the "room service landmines" Never order these 7 foods
Staying in a hotel not only allows you to enjoy the luxury of leaving things messy without tidying up, but "room service" is also one of the must-do activities. Many people actually prefer to spend a lazy day in the hotel while traveling. But have you ever thought that hotel room service meals can also be full of landmines? To that end, Huffingtonpost has compiled a list of the "7 room service items you should never order." If you're a fan of room service, quickly take notes and level up your game！
Tigerair Taiwan’s limited-time promotion on Wednesday: One-way flights from Taipei and Kaohsiung to Tokyo start from NT$999
Tigerair Taiwan’s regularly scheduled TigerWoW promotion every Wednesday will launch a limited-time offer for Tokyo routes on the 6th, including three routes: Taoyuan–Tokyo Narita, Taoyuan–Tokyo Haneda, and Kaohsiung–Tokyo. One-way prices start from NT$999 before tax.
A Collection of Tainan’s Specialty Drinks Tour: 5 Must-Try Beverages on Guohua Street & Zhengxing Street
I’m super excited about this post—it’s all about the ‘hottest drinks’ on Guohua Street and Zhengxing Street this time around. I felt just like one of those trendy, much-talked-about topics, so I made sure to use these three-day holidays to collect these popular drinks. I bet many of you have probably tried some of them already. To be honest, I’m not even sure when it all started, but there are suddenly so many fun drinks popping up around Guohua Street and Zhengxing Street in Tainan... Maybe it all began with that “six-pack abs young hunk” drink.
Affordable Dessert Shop in Korea: Stylish Black-and-White "Donuts" & Oatmeal Ice Cream
In coffee cups with modern black-and-white stripes, this time what’s inside isn’t coffee but cool, snowy ice cream and mini, playful donuts.
The tears of a blue-eyed maiden! Switzerland’s stunning “Blue Lake” hides a touching legend
So blue!* Switzerland’s “Blue Lake” (Blausee) is hailed as a “shining pearl” of the Bernese Alps. The lake is incredibly clear and serene, with trout swimming gracefully beneath the surface. Following the trail closely, visitors can even spot a female-shaped stone statue at the bottom of the lake, which holds a poignant legend. Hundreds of years ago, a blue-eyed maiden waited for her lover, and her overwhelming longing caused her to shed blue tears, forming this crystal-clear, breathtaking lake.