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The Haidilao restaurant is very lively, and while waiting outside, there are Häagen-Dazs ice cream and small cookies to eat, which is quite nice. Today's flavors are peanut and chocolate, both of which are delicious. Once inside, I ordered an oat milk hot pot and a butter spicy hot pot; I personally prefer mild spice, and I found the spicy hot pot to be a bit too hot. The side dish area has fruits like pineapple, guava, and orange, all of which are very sweet. For snacks, I ordered the brown sugar boba, and it was very tasty.

The xiaolongbao at this place has thicker skin, giving it a solid texture with a hint of nostalgia.

Compared to the xiaolongbao at Houshanpi, the prices here are a bit higher—each one costs 12 yuan, while at Houshanpi, they only cost 7-8 yuan, so there is quite a difference in price.

However, the taste is not bad; the filling is seasoned well, and overall, it's pretty good, but it doesn't make you want to come back specifically for it.

If you're nearby and looking for a traditional-style xiaolongbao shop, you can give this place a try to experience this chewier texture.

But if you’re looking for value for money, Houshanpi's xiaolongbao is still a better deal.

Han Lai Vegetarian Restaurant is an amazing vegetarian restaurant. Each dish is incredibly exquisite, showcasing the ingredients to their fullest extent and completely overturning my perceptions of vegetarian food.

As someone who usually eats meat, I was also attracted by the cuisine here, such as the Angelica Soup, which is very rich and has a wonderful strong aroma of angelica. The mildly spicy hot pot rice has rich layers and is full of fragrance. The baked rice cake with the dish has a chewy texture and rich flavor, which is fantastic. The desserts are also impressive, with the taro sago being incredibly rich!

The environment is spacious and comfortable, making it perfect for dining with friends or entertaining guests.

The fatty meat in the minced meat dish is very fragrant and flavorful, but a large portion can become repetitive. The minced meat rice is available in limited quantities each day and is made entirely of lean meat, which makes it a bit saltier compared to the minced meat dish and has a stronger flavor.

The oil tofu is well-seasoned, and the blanched vegetables are served without any sauce or soy sauce for flavoring. The fish ball soup consists of four fish balls in a bowl; its taste is average—not outstanding but also not lacking in anything. The liver soup should have more than seven pieces of liver, and its soup base has a different flavor compared to the fish ball soup, with the meat being relatively tough.

The prices are very affordable and offer great value!

There are five tables for dining in, with each table accommodating up to seven people.

This Toyosu Market is likely familiar to those who have been to Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵, and you could say it’s actually an updated version of Tsukiji! Although it’s located a bit further away than before, I feel that the entire area is much more spacious, and upon entering, you can definitely feel the presence of some Japanese style!

This restaurant is located on the second floor at the back of Toyosu Market, and in this entire area, you can enjoy a wide variety of seafood 🦞, especially for those like me who love sea urchin; I can't help but want to try every single shop!

When I arrived at this restaurant, I saw a picture outside featuring sea urchin hand rolls, so once I got inside, I immediately ordered two without even thinking! Later, I realized one hand roll costs ¥5,000, which is indeed a bit too expensive! So I quickly changed it to one; luckily, the chef was a bit busy, so we were able to make the adjustment in time!

However, when the sea urchin was presented in front of me, I truly felt it was worth it because they didn't just put a layer of sea urchin on top; even after taking several bites, there was still sea urchin inside the hand roll. The freshness of the sea urchin was exceptional, delivering the freshest sweetness, and each bite melted in my mouth. Paired with the Japanese rice, it really allowed the sea urchin's flavor to blend perfectly in my mouth! Still, I can't help but feel the price is a little too high, given that this small hand roll was gone in just a few bites.

Although we only ordered this one dish, I could see that there were quite a few people dining on-site. If you have a lot of time and really enjoy seafood 🦪, I think you should consider trying some of the other rice bowls or more seafood options! I hope interesting people can share their experiences with me!

Although Liu Shan Men claims to be a hundred-yuan hot pot, the actual price ranges from about 200 to 400 yuan. It's hard to go below this price unless you order the simplest hot pot set. Overall, its positioning is roughly between San Ma Chou Chou Hot Pot and Ba Fang Yuan.

First, talking about the hot pot itself, it is recommended to order their vegetable hot pot and add your preferred meat, because a large part of the ingredients in the vegetable hot pot are round foods, such as leafy greens and mushrooms. In a regular hot pot, about 1/3 of the vegetable platter consists of hot pot ingredients, which gives a more artificial and low-quality feel. The meat is average in quality, neither particularly good nor bad; it's a moderate choice.

However, an interesting aspect of Taitung is that almost every larger restaurant or chain restaurant will definitely have a self-service bar. But the quality of the self-service bar can vary greatly; some people want to eat a lot of different items, while others prefer to focus on enjoying their own meals. For me, if the self-service bar isn't tasty and just has a lot of drink machines, I would rather the restaurant put more effort into their own products rather than having unnecessary extravagant expenditures. To a certain extent, Liu Shan Men falls into this category.

A Japanese chain coffee and brunch brand, the environment is bright, comfortable, and clean, with excellent service. It’s very suitable for gatherings, chatting, using the computer, or reading, and has a distinct Japanese style. The menu offers a variety of dishes, and there are many seasonal specials, which I really like.

The red bean milk tea was too good to wait for a photo; the mildly sweet red beans are delicious, and the additional beans that come with it pair well. You can also buy them separately. Overall, I highly recommend it and want to try some of the dishes next time.

Comfortable atmosphere
At the food street
You can watch ice scraping performances 🤹🏻‍♀️
Cotton Candy Paradise $140
It was really delicious and had a QQ texture, but by the middle, it felt a bit too rich.
Matcha Explosion $140
It has a slight bitterness that those who are afraid of bitterness can accept, less rich than cotton candy.
It's better to share with more people; otherwise, it can get very rich and sweet towards the end.
☆ There are often buy-one-get-one-free promotions.

#Vegetarian

Located inside the Hsinchu Daluge Nanya store, Li Kafang (Nanya store) has a convenient location and easy transportation. It's a perfect spot to grab a drink when you're tired from shopping. The environment is bright and clean, with a simple yet tasteful decor!

This time, I ordered two signature thick cream cap drinks:
《Thick Cream Cap Earl Grey + French Caramel》
Although I usually drink Earl Grey tea, it's the first time I've seen the Chinese character for "Grey" and thought it might be a movie collaboration (?), but thankfully the English description below clarified that it was indeed Earl Grey tea.

This tea itself is rich and not bitter, with ample Earl Grey aroma. The quality of the tea leaves seems to be good, as it is certainly not watered down. The cream cap is also a highlight – it's dense, creamy, and has a distinct caramel fragrance. Even after finishing the drink, there was still a good amount of cream cap left. I even went to the convenience store to buy some unsweetened buckwheat tea to pair with it, and surprisingly, they matched perfectly!

《Thick Cream Cap Green Tea + Sea Salt Cheese》
The green tea is refreshing and clear, with no off-flavors, and it pairs excellently with the salty, smooth cream cap, providing a wonderful layer of taste. Personally, I prefer the salty cream cap, as the sea salt balances out the overall flavor, making it less cloying by the end of the drink. Thus, I liked this one even more!

In summary, Li Kafang Nanya store stands out among beverage options in Hsinchu. The tea is good, the cream cap is excellent, and the prices are reasonable, making it worth a revisit!

💠 Twin Brothers Cuisine | Pingtung

Hi everyone! I'm Lang Lang🪽

When you visit the Pingtung Night Market, you must eat at "Twin Brothers Cuisine"!
Chicken leg rice, braised spareribs, sausage soup, fried noodles, it’s all traditional flavors. Every time I come to Pingtung for work, I always make sure to stop by!

🍛 Must-Try Signature Recommendations

🔸 Chicken Leg Rice ($80) 🐔
The skin is fried to a golden crisp, then braised for flavor, and the meat is super tender! Served with pickled cabbage, regular cabbage, and half a sausage, it’s incredibly satisfying!

🔸 Braised Spareribs ($45) 🍖
The fried spareribs are then braised, full of aroma, salty and tender, perfect to eat with rice!

🔸 Fried Noodles ($30 / Small Portion) 🍜
Traditional fried noodles mixed with a special sauce, simple and delicious!

🔸 Chilled Tofu ($20) ❄️
Small cubes of tofu, chilled for an extra chewy texture, the coolness makes it super refreshing!

🔸 Sausage Soup ($45) 🐷
Sweet broth + super tender pork intestines, warm and easy to drink!

🔸 Mushroom Chicken Soup ($45) 🍄
Chicken stewed to flavor and combines with the sweetness of mushrooms, perfect for cooler weather!

📍 Store Information

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🔹🏠: Twin Brothers Cuisine
🔹📍: No. 33, Minzu Rd., Pingtung City, Pingtung County, Stall 62 (Pingtung Night Market)

🍛 Do you prefer chicken leg rice or braised spareribs? What is a must-try dish at the Pingtung Night Market? Share with me in the comments!