Street Food Archive
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Tainan Travel Vlog, Part the First!
Posted on January 11, 2011 | No CommentsFINALLY, the long awaited Tainan travel blog is up! So far, I’ve gathered together footage covering the first day of my Tainan adventure (Don’t worry: there’s only 2 in all… If you see me on the street, you won’t have to pretend to have seen 24 episodes…only 2…) ^^ This... -
My Daytrip to Jiufen (九份)
Posted on December 31, 2010 | No CommentsThe journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. So the other day after hiking Elephant Mountain, I decided to soldier on and make my way to Jiufen (九份). It’s a traditional village outside of Taipei that’s rather famous for its yummy treats and spectacular mountain scenery. I... -
小龍包 ～ Xiao Long Bao ~ Steamed Pork Buns ~ i.e. my favorite buns ^^
Posted on December 20, 2010 | No CommentsLiterally translated as Small Basket Buns, Xiao Long Bao (小龍包) are steamed pork buns and are a staple of my daily life in Taipei. Coming in at only 30 NTD (1 dollar!) for five delicious buns these are a budget friendly breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack! In essence, Xiao Long... -
杏仁豆腐冰 ～ Almond Tofu Shaved Ice (with red beans)
Posted on December 19, 2010 | No CommentsI have a giant sweet tooth and an unbounded lust for icy treats (even in cold, rainy weather). As a result, when it comes to dessert time, I naturally opt for a treat like almond tofu shaved ice. My hostel owner in Tainan recommended I get this dish during my... -
Taiwanese Street Food: 牛肉捲餅 ～ Niu Rou Juan Bing ~ Beef Rolled Pancake
Posted on December 19, 2010 | 2 CommentsNothing makes me happier than Taiwanese street food! It only takes a block-long walk to make it to a street near my hostel with numerous vendors selling everything from fried dumplings to bountiful bowls of noodles to sweet and chewy bubble tea. It really is joy manifested within a single...
