Conquer summer with sweet fruits: The seasonal "Melon Melon Ice" you must try in Tainan

▲ The seasonal cantaloupe series of ice is the popular signature item at "Tai Cheng Fruit Store." (Photo/Screen capture fromTai Cheng Fruit Storefan page)

By Travel Center / Comprehensive report

This stall, which looks like a fruit shop from the outside, is actually most famous for its "seasonal limited" cantaloupe series of ice desserts—half a cantaloupe topped with various fruit slush balls depending on the flavor, offering an ultra-high cooling effect. Netizens willingly wait in long lines just to taste this super-popular local Melon Melon Ice.

"Tai Cheng Fruit Store," which has been in business for about 80 years, has its weathered walls covered with interview reports, showcasing its well-known reputation. Despite having only a few seats at the entrance, the place is always bustling with people.

▲ A large crowd gathers outside the store, all for the Melon Melon Ice.

This wildly popular Melon Melon Ice changes with the seasons, as the shop owners select the sweetest cantaloupe varieties and fruits available each season, allowing customers to enjoy different flavors throughout the year.

❘NL❘ With a cantaloupe bowl as the base, the inner flesh is scooped into balls, then filled with fruit slush. Different fruit ice balls or fresh fruits are then stacked in a tower-like formation. Netizens say it looks incredibly refreshing, and the burst of juicy, cool "fruit flavors" instantly dissipates the summer heat.

▲ The "Strawberry Melon Melon Ice," a favorite among female customers. (Photo/Screen capture fromTai Cheng Fruit Storefan page)

Among the many varied flavors, the "Strawberry Melon Melon Ice," "Cantaloupe with Grape & Mango ICE," and the original "Cantaloupe Ice" are the most popular. The Strawberry Melon Melon Ice features large strawberries drizzled with condensed milk, paired with orange-fleshed cantaloupe at the base—the sweet and tangy taste makes it a top choice for girls.

❘NL❘ The "Cantaloupe with Grape & Mango ICE" uses green-fleshed cantaloupe as the base, with slightly textured flesh, paired with ice balls made from local mangoes and grapes. It looks vibrant and colorful, and tastes like a blend of multiple fruits’ sweetness.

▲ The original "Cantaloupe Ice" and "Cantaloupe with Grape & Mango ICE" are also extremely popular flavors at the store. (Photo/Screen capture fromTai Cheng Fruit Storefan page)

The original "Cantaloupe Ice" uses orange-fleshed cantaloupe as the base, with layers of orange and green cantaloupe ice balls stacked on top. After eating the ice balls, you’re left with the fresh, juicy cantaloupe flesh beneath. Those who’ve tried it say it’s like enjoying a fruit feast—uniquely delicious, refreshing, and perfect for beating the heat.

Remind everyone that if you want to try the Melon Melon Ice, it’s best to call ahead to avoid a wasted trip. The operating hours of "Tai Cheng Fruit Store" are also posted on their fan page, so you can check online before heading out.

Tai Cheng Fruit Store
❘NL❘ Address: No. 80, Zhengxing Street, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan
❘NL❘ Phone: 06-2281794