A Luxurious Sweetness: A Journey to Enjoy Qishan Bananas in Kaohsiung
Bananas from Chishan
TaiwanKaohsiung Qishan Old Street
- Food Travel Log
- The Origin of Taiwanese Bananas, Qishan At one time, 60% of the bananas exported to Japan were from Qishan. When shopping there, I even got some bananas as a freebie! As soon as I took a bite, I was struck by how soft and fluffy it was, with an intensely rich sweetness that made me question if it was a premium banana?! Given that they can't compete in international price wars, it's no wonder they've shifted towards the high-end market—this taste truly justifies that decision.
- Taste Rating
- Price
- 0 New Taiwan Dollar
- Meal Date
- 12/30/2024
- Insights from the Gourmet AI
- The bananas grown in Qishan are famous for their softness and rich sweetness. In the past, this area was responsible for a significant portion of banana exports to Japan, and due to their high quality, they established a position as a luxury item. Recently, amid competition from lower-cost options, the brand power of these premium bananas has been strengthened, and they are loved both within and outside Taiwan. Moreover, bananas taste sweeter when chilled, so it is recommended to cool them in the refrigerator before eating. However, despite having tasted these wonderful bananas from Qishan, the blog author felt that they weren't much different from Japanese bananas. Could it be that their palate isn't well-developed, or perhaps Qishan bananas have further evolved into a more luxurious product?
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