Mix and match international cuisines: enjoy American beef burgers and Southeast Asian turmeric curry rice!

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Today I’m sharing with you all a newly opened restaurant in Xinzhuang—Patchwork Dream Kitchen. The place offers a rich and diverse menu, featuring a wide variety of sandwiches and burgers, which is why it’s often categorized as a brunch spot. But personally, I think it’s more like a creative kitchen offering flavors from around the world. Just like its name “Patchwork,” it combines all kinds of dishes. Here you can enjoy rich Italian pasta, exotic Southeast Asian curry rice, classic British fish and chips, and indulgent American beef burgers. It’s as fun as traveling the world through each delicious bite.

Patchwork Dream Kitchen is located in Xinzhuang, New Taipei City, tucked away in a residential alley near Xinzhuang High School. Perhaps because it’s in a rather hidden spot, the environment here is quiet and comfortable. I imagine it becomes a popular hangout for students after school lets out.

The shop also occasionally hosts student party days. Students who come dressed in their uniforms get upgraded meal sets as a bonus. They also launch events and hidden menus—if you’re interested, you can follow theirFacebookto stay updated on all the news!

The interior space is quite spacious, especially with comfortable seating that isn’t cramped or crowded. The dining atmosphere is relaxed and cozy. Though the menu states a 90-minute dining time limit, they don’t strictly enforce it on weekdays when it’s not busy—the staff adjusts based on the situation. The place also provides Wi-Fi and power outlets. That day, I even saw customers bringing their laptops and books to work while eating, which felt very pleasant!

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Thanks to the owner’s extensive experience in restaurant management and having studied cooking in Singapore, the restaurant not only serves common American and Italian dishes but also offers unique Southeast Asian flavors. For example, the Southeast Asian turmeric curry rice we tried that day was a dish full of exotic charm. Another highlight is the drinking water served here—it’s not the usual lemon water found in most restaurants. The owner uses pandan leaves, unique to Southeast Asia, infusing the water with a subtle fragrance. It’s refreshing and unique, a taste I really enjoyed. Pandan leaves are perennial shrubs from the Pandanaceae family, with leaves that have a faint taro-like aroma. They are commonly used in Southeast Asia for making teas, cooking rice, stewing soups, and preparing coconut milk dishes. For example, Singapore’s famous green cake uses this leaf.[Pandan Leaf Wikipedia]

Signature Mushroom & Chicken $150

This dish is great for sharing and a hit with both kids and adults in the fried food category. Along with fries and chicken tenders served in a basket, there are also various kinds of fried mushrooms that you can enjoy with honey mustard or basil pesto. I really love the fried mushrooms—they’re crispy outside, soft and juicy inside, and not too greasy. The fries are also a highlight, especially when eaten fresh out of the fryer. Delicious!

Korean Kimchi Pork Sandwich $130

This sandwich overflows with kimchi and gives off a strong spicy aroma upon arrival. It’s a bold-flavored, satisfying meal. The pork is well-seasoned, tender, and juicy, paired perfectly with the crispy bread. The portion is generous—you could even order two different flavors with friends and share!

Bacon Peanut Butter Beef Burger $170

It’s hard to resist the combo of peanut butter and a beef burger—the sweet-and-salty temptation is just too tempting. This burger comes with a thick layer of peanut butter, topped with bacon, cheese, beef patty, and veggies. While it’s not the heaviest burger on the menu (they have bigger ones), it’s still so big you might need to open your mouth wide. I love the peanut butter here—it has a rich peanut flavor, with actual nut pieces, and isn’t overly sweet. It pairs perfectly with the beef. The restaurant also provides gloves for customers enjoying burgers or sandwiches—very thoughtful to avoid messy hands!

The side salad that comes with the combo is great for balancing the heaviness of the burger.

Pan-seared Chicken Leg Curry Yellow Ginger Rice $160

This dish immediately caught our attention as soon as it arrived—the rich aroma of curry, the bright yellow rice, and the vibrant orange curry sauce made for a dish that was as appealing to the eye and nose as it was to the palate, and it ended up being our favorite of the day.

I think it’s because the owner studied cooking in Singapore and is very familiar with Southeast Asian cuisine, which is why the flavors turned out so outstanding. The star of the dish is the orange curry sauce. The owner generously offered to give more if we wanted. The sauce has a strong Southeast Asian flavor, with some spice and layered aromatics—you can also taste hints of coconut milk. It pairs wonderfully with the turmeric rice or pan-seared chicken. I even dipped my fries in the curry sauce afterward—it was surprisingly good!

British Fish and Chips $150

We all thought this dish was a great deal—the portion of British-style fish was actually quite large. Normally, a similar portion would cost around 200 NTD (and might not even have much fish). The fish is made with tender cod, with a nice batter coating that’s crispy but not overly greasy. You can dip it in the homemade tartar sauce, though I personally preferred it with a squeeze of lemon—the tartar was a bit heavy for me.

Brownie Ice Cream Muffin $140

Don’t be scared by the dark brown muffin at first glance—it’s not burnt, it’s actually a chocolate brownie made into muffin form, resembling a grid-patterned muffin. The idea of using a chocolate brownie as a muffin base is very creative. It’s not as sweet as you’d expect, and I especially loved the slightly crisp and crunchy exterior with a soft inside. It’s also recommended to pair it with the ice cream on the side—I personally liked the vanilla flavor best. The shop also mentioned their signature matcha... (?) are not frozen or four small... you can try them too. [Partial text unclear]

Strawberry Milkshake $130

I’ve recently gotten into milkshakes, especially in summer when a cool, sweet milkshake is so refreshing. This strawberry milkshake had a cute, dreamy pink appearance. The taste surprised me—it tasted like strawberry milk, with just the right level of sweetness. It felt more milky, with a thick, soft texture. Delicious!

Salty Lemon Seven-Up $70, Silk Stocking Milk Tea $60, Southeast Asian Job’s Tears Water $55

These few drinks are some of the more distinctive ones at the shop. Salty Lemon Seven-Up is a common iced beverage in cha chaan tengs—in short, it’s 7UP with lemon and a salty kick. It’s quite refreshing, though I personally don’t particularly care for it. Silk Stocking Milk Tea has a taste similar to Indian pull tea—it emphasizes the tea aroma over the milk, which is pretty nice. The most unique one is the barley water. It has a texture somewhat like sweet fermented rice wine—smooth and silky, with a faint aroma of barley. It’s light on the stomach, cuts through greasiness, and I really like it!

Overall, the food at Pin Pin Kan Dream Kitchen is of a certain standard in both flavor and portion size, and the variety is truly extensive. So, it’s very suitable for group meals—everyone can order different dishes to share, sampling a wide array of flavors all at once. The boss puts a lot of thought into the dishes, and the menu will also be updated irregularly in the future. It’s exciting to think about what new and creative dishes might appear next!

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Address: No. 6, Lane 10, Alley 184, Zhongping Road, Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City
Phone: 02-8992-8896
Business Hours: Weekdays 9:00–21:00 / Holidays 8:30–21:00 (Closed every Wednesday)

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