On the Winter Solstice, we eat rice balls! The shop we passed by was very busy and required us to queue. We thought we should try some today, but by the time we got to the front of the line, almost everything was sold out. Only peanut rice balls and plain rice balls were left, and there was just syrup to add. It really feels like everyone came to eat a bowl on the Winter Solstice. The environment was acceptable, no complaints. I had a bowl of peanut rice balls with syrup—just a standard way to celebrate the occasion.
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▶ Grass Jelly Milk Tea (Large) $50 ◀
The auntie's grass jelly is homemade and has a very pleasant chewiness! The generous amount of grass jelly combined with the base of black tea and milk makes it incredibly smooth and delicious to drink. The size of the grass jelly is also very well-considered, the perfect texture truly adds to the experience!
▶ Grass Jelly Tea (Large) $45 ◀
The editor ordered it with low sugar, and the auntie's sugar is homemade as well! The moment you sip it, the sweetness is just perfect, and the grass jelly melts in your mouth. The aftertaste reveals the sweetness of the grass jelly, with a hint of bittersweet flavor, which I really love! I will definitely order this cup again next time!
▶ Hot Grass Jelly $60 ◀
The warm hot grass jelly is handmade by the auntie. There are no unnecessary additions of starch, so it isn't the thick kind of hot grass jelly, but it tastes just as good! The hot grass jelly juice combined with the grass jelly, along with mixed ingredients and rice flour, brings all the elements of traditional flavors. Plus, it’s very filling, a bowl of this in winter is truly a blessing!
Located in Minxiong, the Daka Ice Fruit Shop offers a wide variety of dishes, including hot pot noodles, snow ice, shaved ice, juices, and black輪. It can satisfy different taste preferences.
Snow ice is definitely a must-try! The finely textured ice paired with a variety of toppings melts in your mouth, making it an unbeatable choice for cooling off in hot weather. The plain hot pot noodles in the shop are also very affordable and delicious; you can enjoy a bowl of generously topped classic hot pot noodles for just 70 NTD. The broth is sweet and fresh, and the noodles are chewy, leaving you feeling satisfied after the meal.
The dining space is spacious, ideal for enjoying a relaxed dining atmosphere with family and friends. This ice fruit shop, with its affordable prices and delicious dishes, is well worth a try for either meals or afternoon tea! If you have the chance to visit Minxiong, you must come here to experience it!
🥭 Miyazaki Airport's Specialty? Mango Ice or Taiwan's Best 🍦
While waiting at Miyazaki Airport, the scent of mangoes was in the air. Miyazaki is known as a premium mango-producing region in Japan, and a single mango can cost several thousand yen. So, when Japanese people visit the area, they definitely indulge!
However! How could mango ice possibly compete with Taiwan’s? It's winter now, and what they serve is actually just thawed frozen mango, which can’t compare to fresh mangoes.
Although the soft serve itself is very rich, I suggest that if Taiwanese people have the opportunity to visit Miyazaki, they should skip this and buy more mango-flavored cookies as souvenirs instead, which are much more worthwhile.
It's worth having once in a while. 👍🏻
The name "Hai Yang" actually means "whale" in Taiwanese. This is a newly opened ice cream shop by the beach in Taimali, and the owners have moved here from Kaohsiung. The interior has a bit of a Greek Mediterranean style, and the outdoor seating is very comfortable, especially since there's a windbreak by the roadside that allows for a gentle sea breeze.
The ice cream inside is incredibly smooth and delicious, definitely handmade, without the overly sugary taste of factory ice cream. After eating, you won't feel thirsty or overly full.
The shop also occasionally hosts events, such as tattoo workshops or various seminars. I look forward to more and more activities happening here in the future.
Review of Yasutao: Didn't see the restroom for takeout
Lin Jianfa's grass jelly ice is a memory of old Wanhua residents, specializing in grass jelly-related desserts. The menu is simple, featuring grass jelly ice, grass jelly tea, and grass jelly pudding, with hot grass jelly available in winter. The shop has been in operation for over fifty years and has even opened a branch. The shop's name comes from the first generation grandpa, Lin Jianfa, and its unique secret recipe for grass jelly has been passed down to this day.
Hot grass jelly is a winter specialty that's smooth and natural, filled with ingredients, paired with crunchy peanuts, QQ cereal, and longan, adding a multi-layered taste experience with a surprisingly fresh grass jelly flavor. The grass jelly is juicy and refreshing, and when combined with syrup, it becomes rich in aroma. Adding milk balls enhances the milky fragrance, but it is slightly sweeter, so those who are sensitive to sweetness should note this. The pearls are sweet, and when paired with the strip-shaped grass jelly, it enhances the texture.
The dining area is clean and tidy, and during non-peak hours, there is a steady flow of people, but service is quick, and the wait time is short. Dine-in is served in bowls, while takeout comes in cups; customers need to bring their own bags or purchase them separately. The price for hot grass jelly is 60 NT dollars, while the grass jelly ice with milk balls and pearls costs 40 NT dollars. This traditional dessert shop is worth returning to for its refreshing treats, highly recommended for tasting.
I really love this treasure ice cream shop in Kaohsiung that I want to cherish. The first time I ate here was two years ago, and it had a more traditional and simple style. Two years later, coming back, it has become so warm and cute, and the environment is very clean!
I arrived at eight thirty in the evening (they close at nine), and surprisingly, nearly all the indoor seats were full! It seems this place is really loved by everyone 🥰
In the summer, you can have cold and grilled ice, and in the winter, you can have grilled mochi. No matter what you order, you won't be disappointed. The taste is refreshing, and you feel very satisfied after eating. Plus, the mochi desserts and ice products are quite filling!
✐ Grilled Cold Ice with Mochi (Mixed) $95
✐ Add Milk Foam $20
· Freshly shaved ice topped with various ingredients (sweet potato balls/taro balls/grass jelly/sweet red beans/sweet taro), plus hot grilled mochi of your choice. Eating this is truly delightful! 🔥 I also pretended to be wealthy and added the milk foam 🤣 The mochi dipped in the milk foam is super delicious!!! (The shop also sells dipping sauces for the mochi separately). Overall, I think the value for money is quite high.
✐ Grilled Mochi with Chocolate (Mixed) $55
Located on Zhengqiang Street in Yongkang, Tainan, "Daimaru Tofu Pudding and Grass Jelly Ice Shop" is a small shop I love to go to for cooling off in the summer. This time, I tried their red bean milk shaved ice and found it quite good. The ice is crunchy and refreshing (isn't that obvious? 😆), with the milky aroma of condensed milk, and the sweetness is just right, not overly cloying at all. The red beans are distinct and soft, without being mushy, making it a perfect match with the shaved ice. The portion size is also quite generous; it doesn't become a small bowl just because it's budget-friendly. The price is reasonable, and for those who want a simple bowl of ice in the summer, this combination is very satisfying.
This shop has the feel of a friendly neighborhood ice shop, lacking in flashy decorations or innovative flavors, but the consistent quality makes one feel reassured. I recently noticed they added clay pot noodles, probably to welcome the arrival of winter. However, I personally am not a fan of clay pot noodles 😆 and hope they can continue to excel in their ice offerings.
Overall, Daimaru Tofu Pudding and Grass Jelly Ice Shop is a great choice for cooling off in the summer at the corner of the street. There’s no need to overly expect creative dishes, but if you're looking for a bowl of affordable and delicious traditional ice treats, this place can definitely satisfy.