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The most authentic Hong Kong flavor！The most unforgettable delicious street food
Dai pai dong is a traditional form of open-air street dining culture in Hong Kong. In the early days, vendors would simply set up stalls on the streets, and their lack of air conditioning and often messy environments were defining traits—yet prices were relatively affordable. However, due to environmental concerns and after strict regulation by the Hong Kong government, this dining culture has gradually declined. It’s said that only 28 traditional dai pai dongs remain today. Witnessing their decline alongside the city’s progress inevitably brings a sense of wistfulness.
The seating design at Ichiran Ramen in Japan is actually based on research — the ultimate service for introverts
To cater to more introverted travelers, Japan’s ultimate solution — “introvert-friendly service” — allows guests to enjoy 100% personal space without facing anyone throughout the entire experience. The only interaction? A pair of hands delivering your noodles to you.
One-Day Tour to Tianliao, Kaohsiung: Beyond the Moon World, Discover Hidden “Secret Spots”!
Step onto the bizarre moon 384,000 kilometers away and secretly visit the “Little Guilin” hidden gem. Drink water from stone milk drips? Eat chicken roasted over peat? Or gaze at the romantic night view of the harbor city? Nature’s masterpiece has created this world wonder — the otherworldly badland terrain of the Moon World, along with karst landscapes shaped by rain erosion, plus attractions like dripping stone milk, the “One-Line Sky,” and the Da Nantian Fude Temple. Among them, the Wulikeng secret spot is even known as “Little Guilin.”
Coffee afternoon tea in the sunshine!
If you also enjoy such a relaxing and cozy time, we strongly recommend you to stroll around Minsheng Community in Taipei!
Nearly vertical 90-degree stone stairway sky ladder！Extreme hikers highly recommend Pingxi’s Xiaozishan Mountain
Challenging an ultra-difficult route is a favorite among many extreme hikers. Xiaozishan, known for testing visitors’ nerves, features the most thrilling and challenging parts: nearly 90-degree vertical stone steps and a hanging iron ladder at the end. Once at the summit, you can overlook the rolling mountains and the distant beauty of Pingxi Town.
Must-eats in 2017！A lazy guide to 10 recommended BBQ restaurants in Taichung by travel experts
I think eating grilled meat is a very happy thing. Gathering around the grill with loved ones and friends, eating meat heartily and chatting joyfully creates such a delightful atmosphere. There are many BBQ restaurants I love that I’ve visited over and over again… four times even. So—although I don’t eat out often, every place I recommend is one I genuinely enjoyed and would suggest to others！
“Wild Giant Oysters” Are Crazy Good！This Izakaya in Banqiao Is Perfect for Food & Dart Games
Located on Banxin Road in Banqiao District, WareHouse No.128 not only specializes in skewers and fried foods but also offers signature dishes like bacon asparagus rolls and yaki-dōfu (overnight grilled items). After a satisfying meal, customers can enjoy playing on dart machines—an incredibly thoughtful feature. The shop is currently running a promotion: just show the 《ETtoday Eastday News Cloud》 app to get a skewer worth NT$60 for free！
Dumpling King’s Taiwan launch moves forward—company officially established
The Japanese chain Dumpling King announced plans to enter the Taiwanese market last year, but there has been little news about it since. However, if you check Dumpling King’s regular business reports, expanding to Taiwan has always been part of their plans. The latest progress is that Dumpling King has set up “Wangjiang Catering Services Co., Ltd.” in Taiwan, bringing the brand one step closer to opening in Taiwan.
The "Dong'an Ancient Bridge" in Hsinchu, a relic from the Japanese colonial period, still stands today — its classic charm feels like a journey through time
Historic sites preserved through time always carry a mysterious beauty. Located in Hsinchu, Dong'an Ancient Bridge is the only remaining and most historically significant old stone bridge in Guanxi. Spanning both banks of the Niulang River, this old-fashioned circular arched bridge, built from stone, has stood firmly through the long years and remains to this day as one of the most resilient cultural heritages.
Learn to climb like Spider-Man on walls and cliffs – traverse the ridgeline of Shiding’s “Emperor’s Terrace”!
Many people list “hiking” as one of their must-do New Year’s activities. The “Emperor’s Terrace,” one of the three major rock climbing areas in northern Taiwan, is located in Shiding District, New Taipei City. Though its highest elevation is only 593 meters, the terrain is extremely steep, with many near-vertical cliffs that require using both hands and feet, as well as ropes, to complete the challenge. The most unique feature of the “Emperor’s Terrace” is that once you reach the summit, you can walk along the mountain ridgeline. Coupled with convenient transportation, it has attracted many travelers.
Take a commemorative photo to say goodbye to 2016 — Taichung’s “1617” countdown wall unexpectedly goes viral
With the large figures “1617” right before your eyes, are you fully prepared to face the new challenges of 2017? Recently, this “countdown wall” in Nantun, Taichung has become a new hot spot on Instagram for checking in. Many people have taken photos here to bid farewell to the old year, but it turns out to be a beautiful accident.
People in central and southern Taiwan are also craving these dishes — 4 restaurants everyone’s hoping will open branches down south soon
Many popular restaurants always open their first branch in Taipei, leaving foodies in central and southern Taiwan sighing with regret, as they have to travel north just to get a taste. Although quite a few have expanded southward — such as Kinoshita Hannosuke, Tim Ho Wan, Sushizanmai, and Dim Sum Square — many beloved eateries still haven’t set up shop in southern regions. ETtoday EBC News Cloud has compiled a list of four ultra-popular restaurants that netizens are eagerly anticipating to see open branches in the south.
A paradise for french fry lovers！ A specialty french fry shop from Tokyo offers six different types of potatoes
The year 2017 had just begun when many new restaurants opened, one that caught my interest was this specialty french fry shop from Tokyo called “AND THE FRIET.” As someone who loves french fries, I immediately added it to my list when I heard about it. By coincidence, I was out shopping with a friend nearby, and as we walked, I suddenly got hungry—so we spontaneously decided to come here for fries！ I love the refreshing vibe of the little shop, and the french fries come in such nicely packaged, premium-looking containers. The flavors were great too.
The Wuling Cherry Blossom Season is here! Book your trip departing from Sanyi on January 16 in advance.
The Wuling Farm Cherry Blossom Season will take place from February 11 to 28. This year, Sanyi Township continues to host the “Wuling Cherry Blossom Viewing – Depart from Sanyi” event. To avoid traffic congestion, it has partnered with Kuo-Kuang Motor Transport to operate 3 to 6 special cherry blossom shuttle buses daily from Sanyi Township, one of which is pre-booked by the township office. Starting at 10:00 AM on January 16, advance proxy booking services will be available, along with discounts on accommodation and dining. The aim is to encourage visitors to explore Sanyi after enjoying the cherry blossoms.
11-time Michelin-starred restaurant and soulful French chef Laurent Peugeot guest chef at Mandarin Oriental &n
It’s only been a few days into 2017, but Mandarin Oriental has already hosted its first star-studded culinary event of the year, inviting renowned French chef Laurent Peugeot to Taiwan as a guest chef. His restaurant Le Charlemagne has been awarded one Michelin star for 11 consecutive years since 2006. Deeply influenced by Japanese food culture, he excels at seamlessly integrating Japanese culinary elements into French cuisine. The guest chef appearance runs from January 11th to 15th, with meals starting at NT$3,800.
Which countries are the most budget-friendly to visit in each of the 12 months this year? Pick the right time to explore Europe for under 50,000!
The new year of 2017 has just begun, and many travelers are already gearing up to plan their overseas trips for the year. But when is the best time to travel abroad for the most affordable group tour prices? Taiwan’s travel e-commerce platform Tripresso Travel Cafe has released the most cost-effective travel destinations for each of the 12 months this year based on data. By choosing the right time, you can travel to Europe for over 50% off the peak-season prices at most — perfect if you’re considering joining a guided tour!
The colorful collage wall is perfect for photos. Enjoy a healing moment at Sanzhi Qianshuiwan Scenic View Restaurant.
Located around Sanzhi Qianshuiwan, there is a whole row of scenic view restaurants. On a holiday afternoon, pick your favorite style, step inside, dine while gazing at the sea and daydreaming — it’s incredibly healing. Among them, the black-signboard “Xian Feng Cao” stands prominently against the wind. Built with postmodern concrete walls, the overall decor blends tradition with a touch of \qiang\ style flair.
This is a must-try in Taipei—Furo’s rich cheesecake with an incredibly harmonious and dreamy texture
Apart from Sanhuai Tang that I visited last time, Furo is also one of the most recommended cheesecakes in Taipei. On this particular noon, the weather wasn’t great, so I took shelter rather clumsily at the just-opened Furo and became their first customer. I chose a window seat with great lighting. The owner warned me that if it gets crowded in the afternoon, I might have to move, but no worries—I’d be out of there after finishing the cake.
An 80-year-old historic mansion in Tainan transformed into an art space — take a time-travel journey with the “Japanese-Style Old Houses Map”
Tainan, a cultural ancient capital, boasts many century-old historical sites. Among them, the 80-year-old Japanese-style wooden government residence “Honda Sanichi Mansion” in Xinying County Government has recently been restored. The old house has been reborn as an art space — “Sanichi House Art Space,” which is operated under contract. In addition to offering food and beverage services, it will also feature an exhibition area in the mansion’s corridor, infusing history and aesthetics into the old building.
Enjoy the warm springs of Jiaoxi ! Just Sleep’s onsen package starts from NT$4,000 & includes 10% service charge waiver
In the cold winter, warm your body and soul with a soak in Jiaoxi ! From now until the end of March, Just Sleep Yilan Jiaoxi is offering the “Winter 'Aromatic Onsen Appreciation” stay package that combines fragrant herbs with Jiaoxi ’s natural hot springs. The stay starts from NT$4,000+10% for a Japanese-style double room, and book the first 600 rooms via the official website to enjoy an immediate 10% service charge waiver.