Food Archives - Travel in Taiwan https://travelintaiwan.net/tag/food/ The official English magazine of the Taiwan Tourism Bureau Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:15:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://travelintaiwan.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/cropped-03-Bear-100-32x32.png Food Archives - Travel in Taiwan https://travelintaiwan.net/tag/food/ 32 32 All Aboard the Food Train for Keelung! https://travelintaiwan.net/2025/10/keelung-food/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 04:24:05 +0000 https://travelintaiwan.net/?p=13712 In this article, we introduce three of Keelung’s most iconic snack foods, known as “small eats” in Chinese: Jigula, pork liver sausage, and nutritious sandwich.

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]]> Recreating Nostalgic Flavors https://travelintaiwan.net/2025/08/taiwanese-cuisine/ Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:27:49 +0000 https://travelintaiwan.net/?p=13244 Restaurants Serving Traditional Taiwanese TEXT I HAN CHEUNGPHOTOS | CHEN CHENG-KUO While Taiwan is perhaps best known for its night-market foods, the island boasts a wealth of signature recipes shaped...

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]]> Midnight Munchies https://travelintaiwan.net/2025/04/taipei-nighttime-eateries/ Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:06:40 +0000 https://travelintaiwan.net/?p=13080 Whether you are bar-hopping or clubbing into the wee hours or happen to be a garden-variety insomniac, some nights in Taipei never seem to end – and neither does your chance to enjoy some incredible Taiwanese eats. Whether you're craving hearty beef noodles, sizzling barbecue skewers, or the most famous cold noodles in the city, Taipei’s late-night food scene offers local flavors far beyond the usual overpriced bar snacks.

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]]> Sugary Souvenirs https://travelintaiwan.net/2024/12/sugary-souvenirs/ Tue, 31 Dec 2024 08:54:25 +0000 https://travelintaiwan.net/?p=12697 Whether it's mooncakes and pomelos for the Mid-Autumn Festival or sticky rice for a baby’s one-month birthday, giving edible gifts is an integral part of Taiwan culture. Tourists can also bring attractively packaged snacks home as presents; these are easily found in specialty shops across the island, including at international airports.

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]]> Bouncy and Chewy https://travelintaiwan.net/2024/07/hsu-noodle/ Thu, 04 Jul 2024 04:34:29 +0000 https://travelintaiwan.net/?p=12069 Amidst Shiding’s lush mountains, Mr. Hsu crafts chewy mianxian by hand, using traditional techniques. His workshop, draped with sunlit noodles, welcomes visitors to experience the art of noodle pulling. Taste the unique “Q” texture at Hsu's Noodle, where quality and tradition meld beautifully.

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]]> Cool Eats https://travelintaiwan.net/2024/07/cool-eats/ Thu, 04 Jul 2024 04:33:03 +0000 https://travelintaiwan.net/?p=12040 Indulge in Taiwan’s best frozen delights under the scorching Taipei sun. Savor fluffy shaved ice mountains, novel popsicles, and creamy ice cream infused with adzuki beans, matcha, or grass jelly. From traditional treats to modern twists, these icy confections offer the perfect respite from the heat, promising a refreshing and delicious experience.

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]]> Bicycles, Bites, and a Boardwalk https://travelintaiwan.net/2024/07/hsinchu-city-coast/ Thu, 04 Jul 2024 04:28:55 +0000 https://travelintaiwan.net/?p=11954 Discover the charm of Hsinchu City, a fusion of modernity and history. Begin with a stroll through its ancient streets, indulge in local delicacies, and immerse yourself in spiritual traditions. Then, cycle along the scenic coast, ending your day at Nanliao Fishing Harbor.

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]]> How to Read the City of Tainan https://travelintaiwan.net/2024/02/tainan-travel/ Thu, 22 Feb 2024 07:36:15 +0000 https://travelintaiwan.net/?p=11442 Three themed tours to discover the city of Tainan in Taiwan's southwest: Coast, Nostalgia, and Food.

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]]> Market Meals https://travelintaiwan.net/2023/12/market-food/ Mon, 25 Dec 2023 08:04:46 +0000 https://travelintaiwan.net/?p=11218 Undergoing tasteful facelifts with updated offerings that cater to a more diverse crowd, many of Taiwan’s traditional day markets have transformed from worn-down, musty spaces into sparkling clean, well-designed hotspots. A major draw is the multitude of food stalls, the prepared items on offer ranging from sushi to beef noodles to sweet cakes, which many locals are willing to wake up early and queue up for.

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]]> Indigenous Restaurants in Taipei City https://travelintaiwan.net/2023/10/indigenous-restaurants-in-taipei-city/ Fri, 13 Oct 2023 04:43:05 +0000 https://travelintaiwan.net/?p=10955 The fare of Taiwan's indigenous people is unlike anything else you’ll experience here or anywhere else you explore while on your globe-trekking travels. Taiwan’s tribal specialties come to big-city Taipei at numerous high-quality indigenous restaurants.

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