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No Meat, No Limits

Travel in Taiwan — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:21:26 +0000

As vegan and vegan-adjacent diets increase globally, restaurateurs catering to the no-meat crowd face a conundrum: what type of eatery do they want to run? Some opt to win over the vegan-curious with familiar flavors. Others strike out in the opposite direction — unabashedly putting plants front and center. Others still take the How can this be vegan? approach. Below, Travel in Taiwanpresents worthy Taipei contenders from each camp.

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Coffee Meets Cocktails

Travel in Taiwan — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:24:41 +0000

The buzzing “C (coffee) by day, A (alcohol) by night” concept is reshaping Taipei’s dining scene. Many of the city’s cafés now offer extended hours, shifting from bright daytime hangouts and workspaces to relaxed, atmospheric bars at dusk. Some serve coffee and cocktails all day, even offering specialty drinks that creatively blend the two.

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Truly a Grand Trail

Travel in Taiwan — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:12:03 +0000

When it comes to the many merits of Taipei, the three “C’s” — Convenience, Cuisine, Culture — often take top billing. But if you ask this writer, the city’s greatest draw is its abundance of easily accessible hiking trails and natural scenery. For those planning an exploration of the hills and mountains of Taiwan, the Taipei Grand Trail makes an excellent first step.

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Where It Gets Hot During Winter

Travel in Taiwan — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 06:04:02 +0000

Autumn in Taipei means one thing above all for Taipei’s foodie set: hot-pot season. As the nights turn cooler, the city’s bubbling cauldrons start calling. From the mutton-rich flavors of More Joy Young to the beefy indulgence of Red Ox Brother to the fiery Sichuan spiciness of Chan Chi Hot Pot Lab, Taipei simmers with irresistible choices.

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Dining and Drinks

Travel in Taiwan — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 05:37:55 +0000

Looking for the perfect spot in Taipei to kick back with friends over great food and drinks? The city has just about anything you could want: moody, modern izakayas, spacious eateries with beer, wings, and international dishes, or themed nightspots with surprisingly good food. This vibrant mix of hangouts offers a flavor, fun, and inventive drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, on the menu.

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Taipei’s Chengnan Area on Foot

Travel in Taiwan — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 06:06:08 +0000

Taipei’s Chengnan area is spread out south and southeast of the old walled city’s south side. The Japanese (1895-1945) mapped this district out as a zone of ambitious park landscaping and genteel upscale residential quarters for elite government employees and scholars, creating a gentrified character that is still preeminent today.

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Back to the Beginning

Travel in Taiwan — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:28:37 +0000

On any given day, Dihua Street in Taipei’s Dadaocheng neighborhood is awash with aromas: the pungent odor of dried herbs on display outside the many Chinese medicine shops, the sweet buttery scent of traditional pastries hot from bakery ovens, the rich tang of offal misua served from a roadside stall, the earthy tones of oolong tea stored in towering barrels…. But around No. 190, a different fragrance rises above the rest – bright, heady, and rich with botanicals – the unmistakable scent of soap.

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Recreating Nostalgic Flavors

Travel in Taiwan — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:27:49 +0000

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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Telling Food Stories

Travel in Taiwan — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:07:02 +0000

Over the past decade, a growing number of businesses have been breathing new life into Taiwanese food products and crafts, working closely with local artisans and small farmers. These vendors often market the goods in trendy, creative ways, helping to keep them relevant to modern customers and preserving the island’s rich cultural traditions.

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Midnight Munchies

Travel in Taiwan — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:06:40 +0000

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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