The private kitchen topping the "101 Things to Do in Taiwan" list: A battle between craving and fullness

The Japanese magazine BRUTUS’ Taiwan special edition, which caused a stir recently, not only sparked debate over its cover but also caught the attention of foodies with the very first spread—where the low-key "J&J Private Kitchen" surprisingly claimed the top spot on the "101 Things to Do in Taiwan" list. "Now it's even harder to get a reservation..." lamented regulars.

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Before pushing open the door to "J&J Private Kitchen," you’d better make sure your stomach is empty—because this is a marathon where fullness and cravings pull you in opposite directions. Ten courses, each hitting hard, may have you feeling full, yet the aroma of the next dish pulls at your chopsticks. By the second course, you’ll see guests sneaking glances at the menu chalkboard, calculating their stomach capacity and pacing themselves. The owner and head chef, Zhang [obscured characters] (Terry), like a warm host, smiles and says, “Feel free to take leftovers home, but when you’re here, you’ve got to eat your fill.”

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