78 Must-Try Delicacies & Deals: 2017 Taiwan Braised Pork Rice Festival
Last updated 2026-10-05 — Taiwanese cuisine has earned recognition and attention from international media. In an article by CNN listing 40 must-try Taiwanese foods, braised pork rice claimed the top spot multiple times. The rich, savory sauce poured over Q-textured, fluffy rice has even won praise from foreign...
By / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team
Taiwanese cuisine has received acclaim from international media. According to CNN, which featured 40 must-try Taiwanese dishes, braised pork rice was ranked No. 1 several times. The rich, aromatic sauce drizzled over bouncy, soft rice has garnered high praise even from foreign visitors. This humble dish originated during Taiwan’s early days of economic hardship, when most people could only enjoy meat during festivals or ancestral worship ceremonies. On ordinary days, thrifty locals would ask pork vendors for leftover scraps like chopped meat and pig skin. They would dice these finely at home, stir-fry them with scallions, garlic, and spices, then braise the mixture in soy sauce to create a delicious rice topping. This deeply local flavor gradually won the hearts of Taiwanese people.
Taiwanese cuisine has received acclaim from international media. According to CNN, which featured 40 must-try Taiwanese dishes, braised pork rice was ranked No. 1 several times. The rich, aromatic sauce drizzled over bouncy, soft rice has garnered high praise even from foreign visitors. This humble dish originated during Taiwan’s early days of economic hardship, when most people could only enjoy meat during festivals or ancestral worship ceremonies. On ordinary days, thrifty locals would ask pork vendors for leftover scraps like chopped meat and pig skin. They would dice these finely at home, stir-fry them with scallions, garlic, and spices, then braise the mixture in soy sauce to create a delicious rice topping. This deeply local flavor gradually won the hearts of Taiwanese people.
Braised Pork Rice from Jin Feng. (Photo provided / My Lu)
The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Department of Commerce called on braised pork rice vendors across Taiwan to participate in the “2017 Taiwan Braised Pork Rice Festival.” After selecting 50–100 representative shops and undergoing a two-month process of preliminary selection, on-site evaluations, and final judging, 78 must-try braised pork rice shops nationwide were chosen this year. These include internationally recognized, hotel-grade, longest-waiting-line, and century-old aroma establishments. Through a series of follow-up promotional events, the goal is to make this classic Taiwanese dish famous worldwide and allow global travelers to fall in love with this intensely Taiwanese-flavored cuisine—braised pork rice.
The “Braised Pork Rice Tour Train” of the 2017 Taiwan Braised Pork Rice Festival kicks off in six major cities, with its first stop at 3:00 PM on August 23 in the first-floor lobby of Taipei Main Station. Twenty popular vendors from across Taiwan have been specially invited to serve irresistible braised pork rice in color, aroma, and taste. On-site, you can also find a variety of unique and delicious braised pork buns and other takeaway goods. Additionally, renowned author Yu Fu will be there to discuss the history of braised pork rice, helping the public understand the legend behind this dish and why it has earned the title of “Taiwan’s National
The “Braised Pork Rice Tour Train” of the 2017 Taiwan Braised Pork Rice Festival kicks off in six major cities, with its first stop at 3:00 PM on August 23 in the first-floor lobby of Taipei Main Station. Twenty popular vendors from across Taiwan have been specially invited to serve irresistible braised pork rice in color, aroma, and taste. On-site, you can also find a variety of unique and delicious braised pork buns and other takeaway goods. Additionally, renowned author Yu Fu will be there to discuss the history of braised pork rice, helping the public understand the legend behind this dish and why it has earned the title of “Taiwan’s National
The braised pork rice at Darai Xiaoguan. (Photo source/MOOK Publishing)
Starting in September, the "Braised Pork Rice Tour Train" will continue to travel to New Taipei, Taoyuan, Taichung, Tainan, and Kaohsiung, bringing Taiwan's most delicious braised pork rice to the streets of major cities. In addition to sampling the food for free on-site, visitors who take photos, check in, and upload them during the event will also have the chance to win event gifts and participate in a complimentary gourmet mini-trip, allowing everyone to explore the cities and enjoy hearty meals.
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2017 Taiwan Braised Pork Rice Festival – "Braised Pork Rice Tour Train" Schedule in Six Major Cities
Taipei City: August 23 – 3:00 PM at the First Floor Hall of Taipei Railway Station
New Taipei City: September 2
Taoyuan City: September 9
Taichung City: September 15
Tainan City: September 23
Kaohsiung City: September 30
2017 Taiwan Braised Pork Rice Festival – "Braised Pork Rice Tour Train" Schedule in Six Major Cities
Taipei City: August 23 – 3:00 PM at the First Floor Hall of Taipei Railway Station
New Taipei City: September 2
Taoyuan City: September 9
Taichung City: September 15
Tainan City: September 23
Kaohsiung City: September 30
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