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"Johnny's Handmade Kitchen" is located near Lin Sen East Road in Chiayi, next to what seems to be a courthouse? In any case, it's next to a public institution. I went there for dinner on a weekend night and was pleasantly surprised to find there weren't many people. The overall environment was very comfortable, and it felt like a place where you could sit down leisurely and enjoy your meal without the pressure of being rushed to finish.

I ordered a few dishes, and let me start with the red wine braised beef. When it was served, I initially thought it was curry, but after taking a bite, I realized it had a slightly sour red wine flavor. The acidity wasn't overwhelming, but for someone who isn't used to this kind of taste, it might feel a bit strange. However, the portion of beef was quite generous, and by the end of the dish, I felt quite full.

The pumpkin pot was a highlight; the broth was really good, with a rich pumpkin aroma that wasn't overly greasy. The ingredients were quite generous, including various vegetables and meats, making it really satisfying. Sipping the warm soup slowly on a holiday felt especially soothing.

Then there was the stone-cooked garlic rice, which was my favorite. The flavor was incredibly fragrant! The garlic reminded me of the garlic shrimp rice from Zuo Ma Li, but their version was also quite good. The rice was cooked just right, and the accompanying ingredients were also nice, with every bite bursting with flavor. I really recommend this dish.

Lastly, there were drinks and snacks included after the meal, and the dessert wasn't too extravagant but perfectly balanced out the meal. Overall, I found it quite filling and reasonably priced, so I would definitely recommend it.