August 31st is Malaysia’s National Day, and the Malaysian-Singaporean cuisine eatery “Mamak档” joins in the celebration by launching the “Love MA Friends Sharing Week.” From August 27th (Monday) to August 31st (Friday), ...
Although the tropical depression has not yet developed into a typhoon, the amount of moisture it carries and the rainfall it generates are astonishing. Heavy rain warnings have been issued in Kaohsiung, Pingtung, Tainan, and Chiayi...
By MOOK Scenic Spots House, compiled and reported
The oil painting toast craze that has taken over Instagram lately features cream cheese in pastel hues spread on toast — it looks absolutely magical. But besides oil painting toast, this time we’re also sharing two other super photogenic “pastel-themed” desserts for you to indulge in.
Taiwan enjoys great freedom of religious belief. Here we introduce four places in Taiwan dedicated to Eastern religious practices or worship. Each building features its own unique and unexpected design, showcasing cultural innovation and East-West fusion...
Holding each other’s hands, under the clean, soft beaches and the sunlit azure sky, walk together into a pristine white church to make lifelong vows abroad. Or, through local mini-trips, don your bridal gown overseas and leave behind...
The tropical depression with a pressure of 994 hPa was located at 23.4°N, 120.6°E at 2:00 PM on August 23—over Chiayi County—and is moving northward at a speed of 9 km/h. In addition to guarding against torrential rains over Taiwan’s southwestern land areas...
The "jaded love" comedy Wedding Crashers, the fourth collaboration between Hollywood action star Keanu Reeves and Stranger Things actress Winona Ryder, was released in Taiwan on September 7. ...
When traveling to Hong Kong, besides trying dim sum, street food, and soups, there's also the distinctly local "hot pot" experience. "Hot pot" is what locals call hot pot here. Below is an introduction to a highly cost-effective hot pot spot in Hong Kong...
As the heavy rains and damage brought by tropical depressions can be as severe as those from typhoons, extra caution is needed regarding summer tropical depressions. Currently, there are two tropical depressions: one is a depression with a pressure of 1000 hPa, located at 25 degrees north latitude and 12...
The bumper car tram at Taipingshan Forest Recreation Area in Yilan has been a favorite among visitors. It was damaged by Typhoon Saola in 2012, and then hit again by Typhoons Soudelor and Dujuan in 2015, which caused the collapse of railway beds at multiple locations, forcing...
The first overseas Japanese-style themed restaurant of Rilakkuma, “Rilakkuma Cha-Ya Rilakkuma Tea House,” opened its first branch in Taipei’s Zhongshan District in 2017. Now, its second branch has opened in Tainan, with a soft opening from August 18...
Beyond the historic Dadaocheng Bao’an Temple and Confucius Temple — both national heritage sites — located around Yuanshan MRT Station, Dadaocheng is also one of the earlier developed areas in Taipei. That’s why we’re introducing you to vintage snacks nearby, offering both savory and sweet treats...
Stroll by the sea, splash in the water, enjoy the vast sandy beach and endless ocean, take in the beautiful blue sky and white clouds, and add to that a wooden swing where you can sway while admiring the sea view — such a delightful experience...
It’s truly a pity to visit Japan without transforming into an elegant Kyoto beauty yourself. Nowadays, travelers love creating unique local-style memories and sharing their kimono photos on Facebook and Instagram—something many visitors to Kyoto consider a must-do...
The Japanese love cats—not only are there countless cat cafés, but also many cat islands and cat shrines. Even earlier, during the Edo period, the ukiyo-e master Utagawa Kuniyoshi created numerous works featuring cats. At Tokyo’s JR Ryogoku Station...
In recent years, convenience store chain 7-11 has transformed many of its outlets into unique themed locations. Following the romantic café-style Taoyuan Changye branch, another 7-11 in Taichung has recently emerged with a “Korean-style internet-famous café” themed seating area...
Dianhua Happiness Institution has joined forces with internationally renowned photography artist and film director Mika Ninagawa to co-create an art-gallery-level banquet space, which made its public debut on August 27. Mika Ninagawa specially traveled from Japan...
Japanese cuisine is one of the most beloved international cuisines among Taiwanese, and not just ramen, sushi, and N
Curry rice may seem like a simple dish, but making it truly "delicious" is actually quite challenging. Some prefer sweet curry, while others love spicy curry. Below are 10 popular curry spots that offer not only curry rice but also...