The well-known popular dessert shop "Riverbed Workshop" always draws non-stop crowds when open, and has even attracted fans from all over specifically for a pilgrimage. Now, netizens in Tainan are in luck – Riverbed has opened its second branch, "Haiqiu Workshop", inside Shennong Street, spreading its exclusive delightful flavors locally.
The popular Korean must-try dish "8-Colored BBQ," which debuted in mid-2015, will open its second branch in Taoyuan City (Taoyuan District). It is scheduled to officially open on April 1st, offering 50% off all menu items on opening day. From April 2nd to 4th, diners can enjoy 20% off all meals. From April 5th to 30th, simply present your Taoyuan Citizen Card when dining to receive either a bottle of Cass beer or a serving of thick-sliced salted pork belly—choose one of the two. From April 1st to 4th, only one table per person is allowed for those waiting in line on-site, and reservations or waitlist registrations will not be accepted that day.
Starting April 1, Kagaya by Nikken Sekkei is launching its “Soak in the Public Bath, Breakfast on Us” campaign for the first time. Until April 30, guests who soak in the public bath at Kagaya by Nikken Sekkei will receive a breakfast voucher worth NT$720 + 10% (valid for redemption until September 30). The offer is only available for one month, so don’t miss this rare opportunity—act fast. The breakfast buffet at Sky Hall on the 3rd floor, featuring a wide variety of Japanese dishes, is served from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
This summer, come to Xiaoliuqiu to enjoy the stunning seascape! The Shamaji Resort in Xiaoliuqiu covers an area of 14,970 pyeong (approximately 49,400 square meters), featuring unobstructed ocean views and a vast 1,000-pyeong lawn, attracting many campers. The resort also has a green sea turtle viewing area — just look out to the sea, and you can see green sea turtles swimming leisurely, looking completely at ease.
Who says afternoon tea has to be just cake or sandwiches? The “Spring Dream” and “Color Splash” Hong Kong-style dim sum sets, meticulously crafted by the chef team at Yanxianglou, feature exquisitely handmade dim sum in creative flavors and vibrant hues. Making their debut in Taichung’s afternoon tea scene, they offer ladies a fresh new choice.
Compared to large museums, the art exhibition located in a quarry near Alres in southern France remains relatively unknown. This unique exhibition combines light and shadow technology to recreate masterpieces by renowned artists. Now in its sixth consecutive year, this year’s theme focuses on three masters from the Renaissance period.
The Songkran Festival, Thailand’s iconic water-splashing event held every April, draws countless tourists from around the world. This year’s celebration will take place from April 13 to 15. However, due to the mourning period following the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Bangkok’s bustling Khao San Road—the most lively spot during the festivities—will not host large-scale parties.
Taiwan is bordered by mountains and sea, and is rich in culture everywhere. In your opinion, what is the most enduring tourist attraction in Taiwan? Recently, DailyView Network Temperature used the "KEYPO Big Data Key Engine" to select the top three attractions in each region of Taiwan from TripAdvisor, and then investigated the online discussion trends of these attractions, comprehensively ranking the top 10 most popular attractions in Taiwan. Let’s take a look at what they are!
Miso is an izakaya located right across from Milan Town. Its location is between BeiRong and ZhenXing, or more precisely, right opposite the BeiRong parking lot — even simpler, it’s right next to MeiErJian (American Village)! Aside from skewers, they also offer stir-fried greens, Japanese-style stir-fried udon, fried rice, and Japanese-style chicken katsu. For drinks, in addition to Orion beer and sake, they serve unique Japanese sodas. It's a great spot to unwind after work with a drink and some late-night bites.
Northern Japan’s Hokuriku region is a treasure trove for travelers, especially in spring and summer when its stunning natural landscapes and majestic scenery leave visitors in awe. Gaze up at the Tateyama mountain range, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Gassho villages, stroll through Japan’s famous gardens — if you want to see the snow walls, be sure to go before June. Once the snow melts, you’ll have to wait another whole year to witness this breathtaking spectacle again. Up~
When it comes to sightseeing in Japan, cherry blossom viewing is definitely not to be missed. Depending on the variety, cherry blossoms bloom at different times, from the earliest at Tō-ji Temple to the latest at Higurashi Shrine. The blooming period varies greatly, and the differences you see are in the blossoms and scenery. The cherry blossom season isn’t very long, and the timing changes slightly each year, so checking the forecast before you go is highly recommended.
To promote the local "small farmers' craftsmanship spirit," enrich life attitudes, and showcase Hakka original vitality, Dongsen Mountain Forest Resort Hotel and the Yangmei District Farmers' Association of Taoyuan City jointly held a press conference today (30th) for the "2017 Sunshine Fills the Mountains, Little Farmers Delight in Taoyuan" event. The event combines local agricultural specialties, friendly small farmers' markets, Hakka cultural creativity, and rural Hakka experiences, aiming to help more people learn about Hakka culture, taste small farmers' cuisine, and experience rural Hakka life.
Pingtung County’s Gaoshu Township is famous for its pineapple production, and recently, a colorful pineapple field has appeared along Section 3 of County Highway 185, becoming an eye-catching piece of land art. The Maolin National Scenic Area Administration got creative by using traditional pineapple sun-shading farming techniques to place multicolored sun hats on 46,000 pineapples, instantly transforming the once monotonous field into a colorful canvas on the land.
“How can I drink something this cute?” When the coffee is served, girls often gasp in delight. Located on Xida Road in Hsinchu City, Painting Coffee has been around since 2014, winning over many customers with its various cartoon embossed latte arts. Recently, the super-popular “Kanahei” designs have become the shop’s hottest requested option, with an almost perfect recreation that looks like it jumped right out of the image. Many fans take photos with their Kanahei plush toys, calling the experience super healing.
Tainan’s alleys are home to many enchanting old streets that perfectly blend heritage buildings with restaurants, along with decades-old local shops and street food, all shining brightly within these historic lanes. As a seasoned traveler, how can you miss out on Tainan’s old streets? ETtoday EBC News has specially selected Tainan’s top 5 old streets—come take a journey that immerses you in the soul of old Tainan together.
For independent travelers, planning a trip to Northeast Japan used to involve some hesitation due to inconvenient transportation and relatively long distances between points of interest, which often deterred visitors. However, in recent years, local governments in the Tohoku region have taken proactive steps, collaborating with Iwate Kita Sightseeing Bus—the largest sightseeing bus operator in the region—to develop convenient loop buses that connect major attractions. This has made in-depth travel in Northeast Japan more accessible and complete.
Recently, Taoyuan City has seen an increasing number of dining options. In addition to the arrival of international brands, the Taiwanese domestic all-you-can-eat brand “Thai Delights,” a sister brand of the well-known Feast Paradise, will open at Banqiao Guangfeng Xintiandi Shopping Mall on April 3rd. During the opening period, there will be five promotional events. The Guangfeng branch is the third store for Thai Delights, with plans to launch in Hsinchu’s Big City Department Store in July, and further expansion scheduled for next year.
The warmest and most joyful Disney character, “Winnie the Pooh,” and his friends have arrived in Hong Kong! From March 30 to April 23, 2017, the grand exhibition “Winnie the Pooh: You & Me” at Times Square will be the largest-ever Winnie the Pooh exhibition in Hong Kong. Featuring 92 treasured artworks from the Walt Disney Archives, it brings to life the most iconic and beloved bear’s legendary stories that have captured the hearts of both kids and adults. Over 50 of the exhibits are making their global debut, offering fans a deeper look into the fun, loving, and loyal world of Winnie the Pooh!
Apart from cherry blossoms, wisteria, and golden shower trees, over a hundred “neem trees” have been planted along the southern embankment of the Puzi River in Liujiao Township, Chiayi County, and are now blooming one after another. Stretching 2.5 kilometers in length, this is touted as Taiwan’s longest “neem tree green tunnel.”
Childhood favorite “Cinnamoroll” is coming to the new Kids’ Wonderland! To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the globally adored Sanrio character Cinnamoroll, the new Kids’ Wonderland will host a limited-time (April 1 to September 30) Happy Tea Cups (formerly known as the Tea Cup Ride). On April 1st, there will also be a fan meet-and-greet, allowing fans to get up close with their idol!