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"The Spring Feast Begins!" Try Q-bounce Yuli Noodles & Soak in Natural Antong Hot Springs
The Yuli Township Office is hosting the 2017 "Spring Feast Begins – Yuli Noodles Festival & Antong Hot Springs Season," offering free tastings of Yuli Noodles and hot spring bathing packages, allowing visitors to enjoy premium-quality hot springs and savor the most delicious Yuli Noodles.
Sarabeth’s opens its 4th branch in Taipei’s Tianmu SOGO, set to debut on October 31
After expanding southward to open its third store in Hsinchu, Sarabeth’s fourth location has been established at Taipei’s Tianmu SOGO, with an official opening scheduled for October 31. In addition to its signature eggs Benedict, the Tianmu branch will offer two exclusive menu items: matcha red bean pancakes and crab cheese French toast. The restaurant is also hosting a grand opening event on its official Facebook page, where participants have the chance to randomly win one voucher each for the matcha red bean pancakes or crab cheese French toast—10 vouchers for each flavor, totaling 20.
Authentic Thai savory pancakes near NCKU in Tainan—pocket-friendly prices and even a Pad Thai flavor available!
An authentic Thai street food stall has popped up on the streets of Tainan. Located near National Cheng Kung University, a Thai savory pancake stall appears irregularly. This stall is called “Planet Taitai,” and it brings the look and feel of a typical Thai street vendor to serve freshly made, piping hot, authentic Thai savory pancakes.
Flights to Seoul from NT$3,000, San Francisco from NT$9,800 – Travel Fair Airfare Deals Guide
Taiwan’s biggest travel event of the year, the “ITF Taipei International Travel Fair,” will be held from October 27 to 30. To cater to the booming domestic demand for independent travel, both domestic and international airlines are offering discounted airfares. Short-haul flights departing from Taipei to destinations such as Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Seoul start as low as NT$3,000, while round-trip long-haul routes to Europe and America are available for under NT$10,000 (excluding tax), helping travelers planning trips for the end of this year and next year save big.
Blending Cantonese, Taiwanese, and Shanghai cuisines — Han Lai Xuan to open at Taichung Guang San SOGO on October 20
The brand “Han Lai Xuan” under Han Lai Cuisine will officially launch its first store in Taiwan on October 20 on the 13th floor of Taichung Guang San SOGO Department Store. Formerly known as Han Lai Cui Yuan Cantonese Restaurant, Han Lai Xuan expanded to Shanghai last October and is now returning to Taiwan this year with strong popularity, choosing Taichung as its first location. Han Lai Xuan combines Cantonese, Taiwanese, and Shanghai cuisines, presenting dishes tailored to local tastes.
Only available in Tainan: The latest super-popular 3D "dinosaur" shaped egg waffles
Tainan has unveiled Taiwan’s only ultra-3D "dinosaur"-shaped egg waffles, launched on October 18. On their first day at the stall, they caught a lot of attention. With their crispy texture, these dinosaur egg waffles stand upright, with six dinosaurs lined up in a row, giving the feel of stepping into Jurassic Park. Their adorable appearance is expected to make them the next big hit among egg waffles.
The secret night view of Taoyuan offers a breathtaking glimpse of the Taipei Basin from afar—crystal-clear light at Dadongshan 405 High Point is simply mesmerizing.
Want to capture crystal-clear light in the northern highlands? Located at the junction of New Taipei and Taoyuan’s Guishan District, “Dadongshan 405 High Point” may not be a towering peak, but it’s one of Taiwan’s Little Hundred Mountains. With no high mountains blocking the view, the sightlines are exceptional. Recently, netizens captured stunning images of crystal-clear light here—where day meets night, the sunset, mist, and city lights blend into a poetic, painterly nocturnal scene that’s impossible not to fall for.
Even non-vegetarians will love Yangxin Teahouse’s revamped menu featuring over 30 new dishes
Yangxin Teahouse is Taipei’s first vegetarian Cantonese dim sum restaurant, emphasizing the use of natural, local ingredients and cooking techniques that deliver flavor, aroma, and texture—winning over even non-vegetarians. Starting October 19, the restaurant has updated its menu with over 30 more creative new dishes. Chef Zhan Lin of Yangxin Teahouse explained that the restaurant’s approach to dish development has always been about breaking traditional vegetarian norms by removing meat from conventional dishes and replacing it with the most suitable vegetarian alternatives, while avoiding meat substitutes altogether, ensuring even non-vegetarians enjoy their meals.
Take a selfie and get your own narcissistic coffee made on the spot – Singapore’s super popular “selfie café”!
Colorful, neatly arranged alleyways, colonial European-style window grilles and tiles – Singapore leaves an impression as vibrant and vivid as its rich history and culture. This city warmly embraces people of all ethnicities and skin colors. Peranakans, Malays, and Indians all live on the same land, giving rise to many distinctive communities and narrow lanes. Step into Haji Lane and embark on an adventure through its exotic and artistic streets.
Taiwan’s “Mount Everest,” Yilan’s Brown Sugar Avenue — 5 Hidden Gems in Yilan
Yilan’s popular attraction “Pink Bird Forest” attracted many visitors with its endless sea views, but authorities officially banned entry in August due to safety concerns. However, Yilan’s hidden gems aren’t limited to Pink Bird Forest. ETNEWS has compiled a list of five other stunning hidden spots in Yilan. We hope visitors will help preserve the local landscape and take their trash with them.
Money talks — indulge in luxury cruise suites with ocean-view bathtubs and private butlers
Want to escape stress and unwind by the sea? A cruise is the ultimate getaway. To attract high-end clientele, the Genting Dream has created the most luxurious maritime holiday with its “ship-within-a-ship” concept. Not only does it offer top-tier ocean-view suites and bathtubs, but every room also comes with a dedicated butler, delivering an unprecedented level of premium service.
One fewer桃园 food spot: Daxi’s “Youji Century Glutinous Rice” announces closure
Yet another food shop in 桃园 has closed its doors. The well-known Daxi eatery “Youji Century Glutinous Rice” announced on its Facebook page that due to the inability to cope with the rapidly changing market, it has decided to cease operations starting today. The news has left many loyal fans shocked and saddened.
Unwind in caves and treehouses: 3 hidden cafés in Hsinchu that feel like “secret paradises”
Hsinchu has many cafés and dessert shops, but they often get crowded on weekends, making it hard to enjoy a quiet cup of coffee. If you’re looking for a cozy corner in the city to call your own, ETNEWS recommends 3 lesser-known cafés in Hsinchu. Not only are they located away from busy areas, but their environments are also quite different from typical cafés—perfect for a moment of relaxation.
Keelung Zhongshan Overpass to Be Demolished – Don’t Miss Your Chance to Visit This Film Location from a Shu Qi Movie
The "Zhongshan Overpass," also known as Takasago Bridge, is located on Zhongshan 1st Road in Keelung, near Keelung Railway Station (New Station). Completed in 1976, it is set to be demolished before next year’s Lunar New Year. Once famous for scenes shot here by director Hou Hsiao-hsien, this location has now become a must-visit spot for netizens eager to pay their respects before it's gone.
Put on a glamorous mask and glide through Venice in style
The annual Venice Carnival in Italy is nothing short of a visual feast of creativity and opulence. During the carnival, a uniquely enchanting atmosphere spreads throughout every corner of Venice. Just don a mask and instantly transform—everyone has the chance to become the star of the carnival.
Tainan’s Hottest Japanese-Style Black Sugar and Matcha Lattes at “Mooxi Mooxi”
A new wave of black sugar latte mania has swept in, and a new drink shop has just opened on Guohua Street, Tainan’s prime commercial district. The shop, named “Mooxi Mooxi,” is adorable—its name plays on the Japanese greeting “Moshi Moshi,” and it specializes in fresh milk beverages, which fits the name perfectly. There are two must-try items here: the matcha and black sugar series, both paired with rich fresh milk, poised to start a new trend.
The Largest in the South！The Lin Palace Kaohsiung Convention Hall Opens with 10,000 Pyeong of Space to Accommodate 6,000 People
Built by the Linyuan Wedding Travel Group, The Lin Palace grandly opened on the 28th. This magnificent convention hall in Kaohsiung was constructed with an investment of 1.8 billion NTD, covering a total operational area of nearly 10,000 pyeong, standing 9 stories tall, and capable of accommodating 6,000 people. It offers a venue for romantic wedding banquets or business dining, along with exquisite cuisine.
Limited-edition KitKat Tokyo Banana flavor
Both Tokyo Banana and KitKat are must-buy souvenirs for travelers visiting Japan. Recently, the two brands collaborated to set up a Tokyo Banana × KitKat Birth Commemorative Shop at the Tokyo Sweet Park special exhibition venue in Ichibangai at Tokyo Station, where they exclusively launched their jointly created KitKat Tokyo Banana flavor. The event runs from November 15, 2017, to January 9, 2018.
S.Pellegrino Young Chef Northeast Asia Competition Held in Taipei for the First Time – Final Showdown on November 6
The S.Pellegrino Young Chef Northeast Asia regional competition is being held in Taipei for the first time. Ten young chefs from Taiwan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Macau will compete at Xingwu University of Science and Technology on November 6, with five renowned chefs who achieved outstanding results in the 2017 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list serving as judges.
Taipei Travel Fair Sees Strong Sales; Multiple Hotel Booths Witness "Million-TWD Spenders"
The ITF Taipei International Travel Fair officially kicked off on the 27th, with a variety of discounted travel packages, accommodation vouchers, and meal coupons attracting eager buyers. As in previous years, shortly after the venue opened, long queues formed at the booths of Regent Taipei and The House Group. Moreover, multiple hotels reported corporate clients who spent over a million New Taiwan Dollars, including The Landis Taipei Group booth, where a "million-TWD spender" emerged after the on-site slot machine game was played 78 times.