The boss has a great attitude. I ordered sesame tofu pudding for 70, which allows me to choose three toppings, while my friend ordered the original flavor tofu pudding for 60, which also allows three toppings. The sesame flavor is very fragrant. As for the toppings, the sweet potato balls are delicious and very chewy and sweet, and the pearls are also very tasty. The boss said that if the tofu pudding is not enough, we can ask for more, and there's also a points card to collect points. The value for money is quite high.
Guohua Street is essentially a culinary armory in Tainan, with famous eateries lined up every few steps. "Babao Bin Yuanzi Hui" is the kind of place you might pass by several times, thinking it's just sweet soup; is it really worth the long lines every time? But after actually stepping inside and trying it, there is indeed something special.
Let's start with the grass jelly. The texture is that of old-fashioned hand-made style: warm, smooth, and dense. It tastes quite similar to regular grass jelly—it's good, no doubt, but I personally don't find it earth-shattering. After all, this place has been recommended by the Michelin Bib Gourmand for several years in a row, leading me to briefly wonder: does Michelin just go down Guohua Street and hand out awards to every shop?
However, their rice balls are truly impressive. Not only are they chewy, but they also have a rare flavor that penetrates the whole ball, with the skin absorbing the aroma of the soup, which is definitely a plus. Moreover, the staff are incredibly friendly, greeting you with a smile regardless of whether you order a lot or a little; this level of service in a tourist hotspot is actually quite commendable.
The wall is filled with celebrity signatures, and even Jay Chou has signed here, so it feels like a pilgrimage of sorts. Overall, I wouldn't say this is the best grass jelly I've ever had, but if you're looking for a sweet soup to finish off your time on Guohua Street, this place is a pretty good option.
When you come to Tainan, if you pass by, you might as well buy an ice cream. If you don't get to eat one, it feels like something is missing from your trip to Tainan XD. The flavors rotate; basically, they are mostly a type of tea and others. Most of the flavors encountered are pretty safe, with not much that is particularly special.
An ice cream costs 100 TWD. It's a bit larger than the ones at FamilyMart. Tainan is also very hot, so if you eat the ice cream too slowly, it will melt and drip onto your hands QAQ. However, the shop provides napkins and a wash basin, so you can finish eating and continue browsing.
I particularly like food with tea flavors (✪ω✪), so whenever I come to eat, I always have to order a tea-flavored one. This time I had the Four Seasons Spring, and the tea flavor was obvious, with a moderate sweetness.
So far, the tea-flavored ice creams from this shop have performed really well; I haven't had a bad experience yet. The only downside is that they are a bit expensive.
This establishment is Ze Hsin Kee, located in the alleys of Rua da Calçada in Macau, specializing in creative egg waffles. This time, I noticed many people queuing up, and the storefront decor was of high quality, so I decided to give it a try.
We ordered the store's popular item, the Portuguese tart egg balls (41 Macau Patacas). The appearance is similar to an enlarged version of egg waffles, and each ball is plump and solid. The filling has a Portuguese tart flavor, and when you take a bite, the egg aroma is very rich. The outer layer is slightly crispy, and the filling is dense, with a moderate sweetness that makes you want to keep eating.
They are made fresh to order, so you need to wait a bit, but it’s worth the wait. The portion is quite generous, and finishing a serving leaves you feeling full. Overall, it is one of the must-visit dessert shops on Rua da Calçada, and anyone who enjoys egg flavors or egg waffles should definitely give it a try.
The atmosphere at the entrance of the store looked pretty good, so we decided to go in and give it a try. You could actually smell the fragrance of almonds right at the door! Once inside, there were actually very few seats, and the staff just stood around without much to do... they just asked you to scan the code to place your order. This seems to be quite a normal phenomenon here, and we didn't feel particularly uncomfortable.
We only ordered...
❤️ Osmanthus Almond Tofu
The osmanthus has a light sweetness, and the almond tofu is really fragrant. You can taste the natural sweetness of the almonds, and the rich almond flavor lingers in your mouth for quite a while!
The only downside is that the portion was a bit too small, and we finished the whole serving in no time.
Overall, I highly recommend it! Even if you come here after dinner for a bowl as a dessert, it's a great choice! Not only does it freshen your breath, but it's also a nice little snack for your body to soothe your lungs!
This time, I tasted Swiss chocolate ice cream and taro flavor. The Swiss chocolate ice cream red bean pancake wraps the icy chocolate ice cream in a crispy skin, creating a unique texture with a blend of cold and hot. The taro flavor features smooth taro filling, with a moderate sweetness, paired with a crunchy outer shell, making it quite flavorful. The shop offers a variety of sweet and savory options, and there are also limited hidden flavor selections available each day.
💠 Master Dong's Handmade Mochi (Yucheng Store)
Hi everyone~ I'm Wolf Wolf 🪽
Every time after a meeting, I quietly walk to this place that helps me relax—Master Dong's Handmade Mochi (Yucheng Store)!
Not only is it a treat for myself, but I can also conveniently pack it in a gold ingot-shaped box to take to the nearby Earth God and pray for smooth work and a prosperous business!
The classic mochi flavors are only 20 NT dollars each, made fresh by hand. The outer skin is soft and elastic, while the filling is ample and not overly sweet, making it a very comforting treat.
Recommended must-try flavors:
• Red Bean Mochi: Smooth and dense red bean filling with an aromatic bean flavor, a classic that never fails~
• Green Bean Mochi: Subtle bean aroma that's not cloying and has a delicate texture, a flavor that the elders will love!
• Peanut Mochi: Full of fragrance, with a sweet hint from the peanut powder mixed with a little sugar, so satisfying to eat one!
• Matcha Mochi: Slightly bitter with a sweet aftertaste, a must-try for matcha lovers!
• Taro Mochi: Rich and creamy with a strong taro flavor, each bite is deeply comforting!
Feeling good after eating also brings a little luck to work, so you can give it a try too~
The gold ingot box is only an extra 5 NT dollars, cute and lovely, making it perfect for a gift or offerings!
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🔹🏠: Master Dong's Handmade Mochi (Yucheng Store)
🔹📍: No. 454, Yucheng Road, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City
The black sugar jelly originated from the recreational street of National Cheng Kung University.
From the community interactions, it can be observed that their operating style is relatively youthful.
However, the meals are not careless; it’s a good choice for cost performance and deliciousness.
The Chikan branch is located next to the Chikan Tower shopping area in Tainan, with its main clientele being college students and tourists.
About the Environment
The dining area on the first floor has only about 8 seats, and there is a second-floor dining area in the shop.
Unfortunately, it was not open that day, so I couldn’t know the exact number of dining spots available.
The interior decoration is in a simple industrial style, and from the layout, it appears to be a remodeled old house.
The dining area is also clean and tidy, allowing you to see the bustling crowd outside.
It serves as a nice little retreat in the shopping area, especially when paired with dessert.
About the Service
You pick up your order, find a seat, and go to the counter to pay.
The meals are either served to your table when ready or brought directly.
If you need to change an ingredient, you can note it on the menu or tell the server directly.
Overall, there are not many opportunities for interaction with the staff.
About the Food
The grass jelly is standard, but surprisingly, the tapioca pearls and taro balls retain a chewy texture.
Compared to the often mushy textures found elsewhere, this was quite impressive.
There’s a bit of crunchy ice at the bottom, which adds texture and also makes the entire bowl of grass jelly even cooler.
Additionally, the grass jelly can be paired with the usual cream balls or you can upgrade to fresh milk for an extra 5 NTD (dine-in only).
Overall, it's a pleasant place to take a break.
The competitiveness of the meals in Tainan is relatively low,
but considering the location in a shopping area, the cost performance is actually quite high.
The performance of the tapioca pearls and taro balls is excellent!
This store is the Tokyo Paris Dessert Nanjing branch located near Lin Sen Park. It is a cake shop specializing in French desserts, and the cakes displayed in the shop look exquisite and delicious, with a wide variety of options available.
This time, I came in to buy a birthday cake on a whim and chose two flavors:
• Strawberry cake: Quite tasty, not too sweet, with a refreshing texture.
• Muscat grape flavor: Attractive appearance and good taste, with fresh fruit.
Although there are many types of cakes, I couldn't eat them all at once and would like to come back next time to try other flavors. The staff's service attitude was also very good, making the overall shopping experience quite pleasant.
Since I was young, I've been eating this!
Now, products with red date paste are quite rare.
It's a pity they don't make red date paste with egg yolk pastries anymore.
However, the red date paste and walnut cake is still very tasty and not too sweet.
The flavor of the red date paste is also quite rich.
One is 160 (units).
It's about half the size of a cake, so one person can slowly finish it😍.
The mung bean cake series is also very delicious, and the taro cake is not bad either!
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