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No fear of eating, only fear you can't eat enough – these 3 restaurants offer all-you-can-eat oysters
Danish oysters once went viral in mainland China. Regardless of whether it was a marketing stunt, it helped more people learn about oysters as a delicious ingredient. In Taiwan, many people also love oysters, which are widely available at restaurants, but those that offer all-you-can-eat oysters are quite rare. This summer, The Lalu’s Yunxuan Western Restaurant introduced top-tier “Sligeac Oysters” from Ireland, flown directly to Taiwan for the first time. Feng FOOD buffet offers Washington oysters bigger than your face, and Mandarin Café serves oysters imported from France.
A Dreamy Aquarium on Tokyo Skytree – Mesmerizing Jellyfish Light Show
Whether you're an aquarium enthusiast or not, the Sumida Aquarium is definitely worth a visit. It’s not about rare fish species or flashy gimmicks like the world’s largest viewing window. It’s just a small aquarium featuring native Tokyo fish species. The jellyfish collection might be worth mentioning for its relatively wide variety, but that’s about it.
Canadian-style home cooking in Ruifang's mountain town — Black Lulu Pizza is packed with sweet and fresh seafood flavors
In a small mountain town area of Ruifang Shuinsidong, a wooden-textured house stands out prominently. This uniquely Western-style countryside-themed shop is called “Sweet Home Home Sweet Home.”
Cat fountain statues, cat graffiti, and cat cafés—cats are everywhere in Malaysia’s “Cat City”
Kuching, a city in Sarawak, Malaysia, has long been known as the “Cat City.” Visitors to this area can see traces of cats all over town, from sidewalks and traffic signs to parks.
Taipei Garden Hotel Launches Jin Yong Food Festival – Bringing Fictional Dishes to the Table
In collaboration with Yuan-Liou Publishing, Taipei Garden Hotel is hosting the Jin Yong Food Festival from August 1 to September 10 at its "Cui Ting" Chinese restaurant. The event brings to life the iconic dishes described in Jin Yong’s novels, such as "Whose Flute Is Playing as the Plum Blossoms Fall" and Beggar's Chicken prepared by Huang Rong for Hong Qigong, or the homemade dessert "Sweet Sticky Rice Stuffed Lotus Root" made by Qinghua for Chen Jialuo. Prices start from NT$180 per dish.
Japan’s Most Healing Festival!* 1,500 Pikachu Appear in Yokohama – Spotted on Land, Sea, and Air
Every summer, the must-do highlight in Yokohama, Japan, is the “Pikachu Outbreak” event series!* This year’s edition will be even more spectacular, with about 1,500 Pikachu – double last year’s number – set to appear on the streets of Yokohama. You can spot these adorable creatures on land, at sea, and even in the sky, as a whole lineup of activities keeps you entertained throughout the scorching summer vacation.
Switching to tonkotsu ramen — No more Michelin-starred ramen at Wynn Palace Macau
The first ramen shop in Japan to earn a Michelin one-star rating, Japanese Soba Noodles Tsukemen Tsukiji Tamahide (also known as Japanese Soba Noodles 茑), collaborated with Wynn Palace Macau’s Huayue Ramen back in August (2016) to launch a noodle variety designed by Chef Daisuke Yoshitake. However, it seems that Macau locals did not take to the light, chicken-based broth, so Huayue Ramen has decided to start serving tonkotsu ramen from today onward. Since this broth was not designed by Chef Daisuke Yoshitake, he announced the end of the collaboration on his blog.
A hidden gem with no address built against an old wall — discover this secret steamed bun shop in Hengchun
The steamed buns come in just two flavors: savory and sweet. The savory ones have a pumpkin bun base, while the sweet ones are made with harbor tea buns. I ordered the “Mang Xiang He Ni Zai Yi Qi Han Ni” (a playful name meaning “Miss you and want to be with you again”), which was stuffed with a hamburger patty, egg, mayonnaise, plus cheese and peanut butter. The bun was baked until slightly crispy, and with one bite, the meaty aroma danced together with the sweet-and-savory sauces and melted cheese — a satisfying treat with great visual appeal.
Here are the best Taiwanese breakfast spots in Hsinchu City — 6 "Brown Sugar Joys" recommended by the mayor
Whenever netizens discuss the culinary highlights of Taiwan’s cities and counties, Hsinchu is often labeled a “food desert.” But in reality, the city’s streets and alleys are packed with a variety of delicious eats. To bust that myth, Mayor Lin Chih-chien even wrote a book taking everyone on a food tour. This time, ETNEWS News Cloud has compiled six Taiwanese brunch spots from the book’s “Hsinchu Brown Sugar Joy” section — all beloved by the mayor.
There's a new option to get to Xiaoliuqiu Island (Little Liuqiu)! The Fengliu Line regular ferry service has launched — just a 40-minute trip from Kaohsiung
Xiaoliuqiu in Pingtung is one of the popular summer travel destinations, but getting there requires first traveling to Donggang in Pingtung to take a ferry. However, there’s a new alternative now. After more than a year of trial operations, the regular ferry service between Fengbitou in Kaohsiung and Xiaoliuqiu officially began on July 15. It operates one round trip per day, with a journey time of about 40 minutes, and also provides a free shuttle bus that runs between Kaohsiung MRT Xiaogang Station and the ferry terminal.
Get Buzzed on These Banned-Looking Cocktails That Are Taking Taipei’s East District by Storm
Ever seen an edible "drug"? Creative mixologists have blended concepts like marijuana, heroin, and cocaine into their menus, developing eye-catching "drug-themed cocktails." With their unique presentation, unconventional flavors, and rebellious vibe, these drinks have gone viral in Taipei’s East District and online, drawing crowds of young fans.
Is Tainan’s “giant gashapon machine” an illegal structure set for demolition? Netizens: Just drew plane tickets, k8
Is Tainan’s recently viral “largest gashapon machine in Taiwan” facing demolition? The massive gashapon machine located on Weimin Street has drawn crowds even before opening, thanks to its eye-catching design. It officially launched on the 15th, attracting hordes of visitors who queued up to visit, causing major traffic congestion nearby, and was also reported as an unauthorized structure. In response, Deputy Secretary-General of the city government Wu Xinxiu stated that the business will be given one month to apply for the necessary construction and usage permits.
Tainan Zhengxing Street’s newly opened container market – limited-time only until February 28 next year!
Zhengxing Street in Tainan is famous across Taiwan for its great food and fun, and this July, it added a brand-new container market. With 13 containers, 14 stalls, and 13 brands, it features food, cultural and creative goods, clothing, and accessories. The market includes Taiwan’s smallest Eslite Bookstore and the National Palace Museum’s old-style candy shop, among other shops. It will be open on a limited-time basis until February 28 next year.
The sister lake of Lake Chengqing, located far away in Akita, Japan—Lake Tazawa changes colors with the seasons!
Located in Niaosong District, Kaohsiung, Lake Chengqing is the largest lake in the city. With its beautiful scenery throughout the four seasons, it is one of Kaohsiung’s well-known attractions. But did you know? Far away in Akita Prefecture in northeastern Japan, there lives a “sister” of Lake Chengqing—Lake Tazawa. Not only is it the only natural lake in Akita, but it is also the deepest lake in Japan and ranks second in water transparency. When you visit here, don’t forget to meet Tatsuko, the legendary guardian spirit of Lake Tazawa, who has been famous in Japan for ages.
Pink Bubble Cheese Risotto – Kaohsiung’s Dreamy Girlie Dish Wins Over Netizens
It’s not just about taste, but creativity too. The “Bubble Risotto,” which has recently become a hot topic in Kaohsiung, features a giant pink bubble that looks like it’s been blown up like a balloon, sitting atop Italian-style risotto. Visually dreamy and with a distinctly aesthetic Korean flair, the vendor’s unique approach has sparked an entirely new culinary trend.
“Top 20 Best Museums in Asia” — The Palace Museum Ranks 3rd; Taichung and Kaohsiung Also Make the List
The “2016 Theme Index & Museum Index Global Attractions Attendance Report” released by the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) and AECOM has recently been unveiled. In terms of museums, the National Palace Museum in Taipei, although seeing a slight decline in visitor numbers in 2016, still ranked 12th among the world’s top 20 museums. In the ranking of the top 20 museums in Asia, three museums from Taiwan made the list.
Taipei’s Chinese dumpling shop “Suan Cai He Zi” serves tangy, sweet, and mildly spicy treats that are perfect for whetting your appetite
Chinese dumplings have always been one of my favorite foods. In Taipei, I occasionally visit various shops. I’d heard good things about this Jiangsu-style vegetable box shop, so this time I met up with friends for a snack (lunch), and the flavors turned out even better than expected.
The flagship store of Sato Yosuke revives the Taiwan market for Inaniwa udon noodles
Sato Yosuke, a renowned Japanese Inaniwa udon noodle shop, had previously entered the Taiwanese market a few years ago through an agent under the name Inaniwa Yosuke, but the store closed in 2016. Now, the original Japanese Sato Yosuke is making a comeback to Taiwan—not through an agent, but as a direct operation. According to the official Facebook page, the Taiwanese branch of Sato Yosuke will be the brand’s first overseas directly operated store, set to open on July 18.
Japanese wagyu beef may be allowed to be imported into Taiwan; foodies could enjoy it as early as mid-September
Foodies won’t need to fly to Japan to enjoy Japanese wagyu beef in the future. On July 17, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released draft regulations titled “Import Regulations for Beef and Beef Products from the Netherlands,” “Import Regulations for Beef and Beef Products from Sweden,” and “Import Regulations for Beef and Beef Products from Japan” (No. Wei-Shou-Shi No. 1061301743), setting import conditions for beef and related products from the Netherlands, Sweden, and Japan in the future. The earliest possible announcement is expected in mid-September, after which Japanese wagyu beef can be imported, allowing foodies to enjoy delicious wagyu without traveling to Japan.