Stir-fried oysters at Rechao are one of the representative seafood dishes served at ""rechao"" (also known as lǔchǎo), Taiwanese casual izakaya-style restaurants. This dish features fresh oysters quickly stir-fried at high temperatures with aromatic vegetables and seasonings. It is widely enjoyed by both locals and tourists and can be found at rechao establishments throughout Taipei and elsewhere. Rechao culture is characterized by lively gatherings where people share beer and seafood dishes, and the stir-fried oyster is particularly highly regarded among the popular menu items.
Xing Fu Tang's tapioca milk tea is a popular drink offered by Xing Fu Tang, a shop located in Ximending, Taipei, Taiwan. Founded in 2018, Xing Fu Tang is known for its unique method that combines handmade brown sugar tapioca with rich milk. The Ximending shop, in particular, is widely loved by both tourists and local residents, making it one of Taiwan's representative tapioca milk tea brands. Featuring the aromatic flavor of brown sugar and the distinctive texture of tapioca, it enjoys high popularity both domestically and internationally as a symbol of Taiwan’s beverage culture.
Brown Sugar Pearl with Fresh Milk (Chinese: 黑糖波霸鮮奶; English: Brown Sugar Pearl w Fresh Milk) is a popular drink originating from Taiwan. It features large tapioca pearls simmered in brown sugar combined with fresh milk, characterized by its fragrant and rich sweetness as well as its chewy texture. Since the late 2010s, many specialty shops have appeared both within Taiwan and internationally, with the drink gaining particular popularity among youth in districts such as Ximending. In its place of origin, Taiwan, it is cherished as a beverage that blends tradition and innovation, and has become a staple menu item in cafes and drink shops worldwide amidst its global boom.
Ceylon Tea + Milk + Tapioca from COMEBUYTEA is a beverage served at establishments such as the COMEBUYTEA Ximen Lifestyle Shop in Ximending, Taipei, Taiwan. This drink is made by combining Sri Lankan Ceylon tea with milk and topping it with chewy tapioca pearls, representing a fusion of modern Taiwanese tea stand culture and traditional black tea culture. As part of the globally popular Taiwanese bubble tea (zhenzhu naicha) trend, it is enjoyed in various locations, with features such as selectable teas, customizable toppings, and adjustable sweetness levels.
Barley Black Tea Latte is a distinctive beverage served at Tea Sommelier Ximen Main Store, a specialty tea shop located in the Ximending area of Taipei, Taiwan. This drink features a black tea base enhanced with the roasted aroma of barley and the rich sweetness of brown sugar, harmonized with the smoothness of milk, creating a unique flavor that blends tradition and modernity. As an embodiment of Taiwan's innovative drink culture, it enjoys great popularity among local youth and tourists alike.
Papaya Milk is a traditional Taiwanese beverage made primarily from papaya and milk. It is widely enjoyed at night markets and juice stands throughout Taiwan and is known for its sweet, rich taste and distinctive flavor. Especially in places like Sanhe Night Market in Taipei, it is common to prepare the drink by freshly cutting papaya and blending it with milk on the spot. Recognized as a symbol of Taiwan's popular food culture, papaya milk is also a favorite among tourists.
Diguachou is a representative Taiwanese snack widely enjoyed at night markets and street stalls. Its main ingredient is sweet potato, which is mixed with tapioca starch and shaped into balls before being deep-fried, resulting in a unique texture that is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Especially in urban night markets such as those in Taipei and New Taipei, it is a popular staple dish among both locals and tourists.
Traditional Dougan (Garlic Flavor) is a traditional tofu-based processed food widely distributed in Taipei and other parts of Taiwan. Made primarily from soybeans, the product consists of dougan—firm tofu from which moisture has been removed through pressing and dehydration—seasoned with a garlic flavor. As a local snack valued for its long shelf life and distinctive texture, it is commonly enjoyed at convenience stores, supermarkets, and night markets throughout Taiwan.
Butaman (xianrou bao) is a steamed bun filled with meat that originated in China. Made by wrapping seasoned pork filling in a wheat flour dough and then steaming it, this dish is widely enjoyed throughout China, Taiwan, and other parts of East Asia. There are various regional differences in the thickness of the dough and the seasoning of the filling. In Taiwan, it is known as ""xianrou bao"" and is commonly eaten as a breakfast food, snack, or street food.
Nasi Rendang is a traditional Indonesian dish primarily consisting of steamed white rice served with rendang, a beef stew simmered for hours in spices and coconut milk. Originating from the Minangkabau people, rendang is known for its rich flavor and remarkable shelf life, making it a staple for special occasions and ceremonies. Today, nasi rendang is enjoyed throughout Indonesia and in Indonesian restaurants abroad, often accompanied by a variety of side dishes. It is also commonly found within Indonesian communities worldwide, including places like Taipei Underground Mall in Taiwan.