Inheriting the good taste of my grandfather for 50 years 😋 It can be a main meal or an afternoon tea.
Located under the arcade on Xiaogang Street, the environment is simple but very clean.
The glutinous rice sausage and sausage are grilled using a smokeless electric grill, which gives a different flavor from charcoal grilling, but it's very fresh and not greasy, allowing you to enjoy the handcrafted delicacy.
The boss and the boss lady are very thoughtful; whether you're dining in or taking out, they'll ask if you want a bowl of the oden soup and even turn on the fan if you're worried it's too hot 🥹🫶🏻.
Although the shop is not in a very busy area, customers come by from time to time, and they all seem to be regulars who come to support the place. After being in Xiaogang for so long, I can't believe I just discovered this shop!!!
This time for dining in, I had a platter and took away a set of large intestine wrapped in small intestine.
𓌉𓇋 Traditional glutinous rice sausage $50
𓌉𓇋 Handmade sorghum wine sausage $30
𓌉𓇋 Large intestine wrapped in small intestine $80
Every time I visit, I always order the cat roll and the roasted duck roll. The pancakes are delicious, and the seasoning of the filling is also very good. The cat flavor includes meat floss and mayonnaise, while the roasted duck flavor is seasoned with sweet bean sauce and scallions, and the duck is sliced fresh. Usually, if you want to eat roasted duck rolls, you have to go to a restaurant and order the whole duck, but here, you can just order a roasted duck roll whenever you want, which I really like. Although the portion is not large, it is very satisfying. I can never decide, so I end up ordering both!
The boss and his wife are both very friendly and polite. Customers handle payments and change themselves, which is also very appreciated as there are no hygiene concerns.
This traditional snack shop located by the Tamsui Old Street has a very enthusiastic owner who has a nice attitude. This time, I came with friends and ordered:
Stinky Tofu $70
I didn't dare to eat it myself, so I didn't try it. According to my friend, it was just average and not very special.
Braised Pork Rice $40
The saltiness is just right, and the rice isn’t mushy at all. It's very delicious!
Fish Ball Soup $40
The fish balls are fresh and crispy, but the soup itself doesn’t have much character—it's just a clear broth. It’s perfect for adding white pepper!
Milkfish Ball Soup $45
I was a little disappointed because I didn't like the seasoning for this type of fish ball. It wasn’t as appealing as regular fish ball soup. The soup is also just a very simple clear broth.
"I personally really like scallion pancakes, but sometimes it's really hard to find a satisfactory place... And then this time I ended up dropping it on the floor while eating, it really made me very sad (ノДＴ)." by Sister
<About the meal 🥣>
I ordered the corn and egg flavored scallion pancake.
The meal itself was okay, it didn't have any special characteristics, just your typical scallion pancake. It felt like I could have just bought a pancake from the supermarket and made it myself at home. (Sorry, but that's really how it is) (covering my face)
It tasted a bit on the salty side, so if you like things a bit saltier, you might want to give it a try.
<About the environment 🐾>
The environment was quite tidy, overall it was clean, and it can shield you from the wind and rain (?).
Location: Xindian District, New Taipei City
A very simple cold noodle shop nearby.
Besides cold noodles, they also offer some hot noodle dishes and braised foods.
The shop is not very clean, but the staff's attitude is great.
🌟 Signature Cold Noodles (Small)
The most classic sauce pairing for cold noodles is sesame sauce.
The sesame sauce at this shop is not too heavy; it’s very fragrant.
Paired with the shop’s unique spicy radish and chili oil, it elevates the overall flavor to another level.
The deliciousness increases, and it adds a crispy texture, making the otherwise ordinary cold noodles more distinctive compared to those from convenience stores.
🌟 Braised Egg and Braised Tofu
The braised egg is a braised chicken egg, so it basically tastes quite similar to what my mom makes at home.
The tofu is flavorful, but it's just okay.
Overall, it's a place you can go to nearby when you feel like eating cold noodles.
The spicy radish makes the whole dish tastier.
By the way, it looks like the spicy radish is available in canned form.
If you love it, you can also buy some to take home.
Personally, I didn’t love it enough to bring some home.
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"I heard that the Ningxia Night Market is undergoing renovations, and seeing it on-site broke my heart a little! Too many food stalls are closed... it's all about luck." by Brother
<Regarding the dining experience🥣>
Oyster Soup: The soup isn't heavily seasoned; it's all about the fresh and sweet flavors of the ingredients. The oysters are still quite large even after being cooked, which makes me a bit suspicious if they are actually cooked (just kidding). The seafood doesn't have much flavor but is quite fresh.
Oyster Omelette: Overall, the portion is on the smaller side, and the edges lack that crispy texture. Also, I couldn't really taste the flavor of the sauce; it resembles the taste of fermented tofu a bit. Additionally, I encountered some shell fragments (a couple of times)... that's quite a big no-no.
<Regarding the environment on-site🐾>
The dining tables are too small, making it a bit difficult to walk around as it feels crowded. Dining can make you sweat. The indoor dining area is acceptable; the table surfaces are not sticky.
It's rare to not have homework, so I sat down to eat after passing by and smelling the aroma. 🤣 This place should have chain stores in various locations, but it’s my first experience. I really can't resist traditional snacks like this! Since the shop is called "Chiayi Turkey Rice," I had to try the most famous dish! I ordered a large serving of turkey rice and also added a portion of spicy braised tofu that caught my eye in the glass display. The serving lady was quite bold and had a very local service style. Looking at Google reviews, many people thought the lady’s attitude was poor and her tone was harsh, but I personally could accept it as long as I got the right meal. Hahahahaha! 🤣
✐ Chicken Rice (Large) $60
The large portion wasn’t too much; I was about 70-80% full after finishing it. I felt it might be a bit empty without ordering a side dish. The rice was somewhat soft. However, the chicken oil and garlic slices drizzled over the rice had a strong aroma. The chicken wasn’t very moist but also not dry; it was average in quality. I added a spoonful of chili bean paste from the sauce area, and it was good that I only added one spoon because it was really salty. 🥹
✐ Braised Tofu $25
The braised tofu itself isn't very flavorful, just a bit spicy, but the tofu absorbed the sauce really well, making it taste great. Suddenly, I was craving a piece of duck blood (?).
User review: There is a toilet
During the holiday, I strolled through Dihua Street, which was very crowded, and there were many shops here. I noticed that this snack shop was quite busy, so I decided to give it a try. Inside, the air conditioning was nice and cool, and there was a simple menu on the table for us to check off our selections. After ordering, they collected the payment first, and the process was fairly smooth.
We ordered the Satay Squid Soup with Rice Noodles (75 TWD) and the Satay Mixed Soup with Rice Noodles (90 TWD). The satay flavor of the broth was quite rich, leaning towards the southern style, and it was not thickened, so it didn't have the usual thickness of other soups. The squid was crispy, and when paired with the aroma of Thai basil, it tasted pretty good. The rice noodles were thin, absorbed the broth well without being too greasy, and the portion was sufficient. Overall, it was just a standard squid soup shop.
Unfortunately, it's only open until December 14.
This little shop on Yongji Road, Alley 30, has great business. It only offers takeout and often sells out, closing early.
The amazing part is that the pastry is crispy yet very elastic, and the seasoning is excellent.
The must-try is the cat egg pancake, which has a very refreshing flavor. However, the signature dish should be the roasted duck egg pancake, seasoned with sweet flour sauce, which tastes very much like something from a restaurant.
The portions aren't large but the prices are reasonable, so you can order two different flavors at once to enjoy.
Although roasted corn is quite expensive, I always crave having a piece whenever I go out. This particular place, Stone Fragrance, has been operating at the intersection of Bao'an Road and Hai'an Road for a long time. Because there is often a long wait, I rarely eat here since I don't like waiting. But this time, passing by, I really thought it smelled too good, so I decided to check it out.
I ordered the signature satay corn flavor. They use sticky rice corn, and the roasting style tends to retain moisture rather than getting a bit crispy and dry. I was initially worried that the flavor might be too strong or too salty, but later I realized I was completely wrong. The corn is topped with peanut powder, giving it a sweet and salty taste, truly worthy of being called "sugar in Tainan" 🤣🤣🤣.
The price of the corn mainly depends on its weight, so you can ask for the smallest piece if you’d like, and the shop will help you select it. Otherwise, they will give you a random piece. You can also request a vegetarian option.
Next to the stall, there is an area where you can wait for your number to be called, with chairs and fans. So as soon as I got my corn, I immediately finished it, haha!
