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Foodholic Nakoko @ Taipei

"Golden Fragrant Pig's Trotters and Cold Noodles" is located near the Xingtian Temple Station, about a 2-minute walk from Exit 3. It’s quite a well-known place, and the shop itself isn't particularly fancy; it has a very homely look.

I arrived around 7 PM on a weekday, and the place was packed with guests. There were also many people waiting outside for takeout, indicating good business. However, the staff were quite efficient; I remember we received our orders within 5 minutes after ordering.

Cold Noodles (Large) $65
The portion is really large. Since we also ordered the pig's trotter, each of us had a large bowl of cold noodles. As a girl with an average appetite, I could probably only finish about 2/3 of it. If you can handle spice, I recommend asking the staff for a mild spiciness. The chili oil can be drizzled directly on the noodles or packed separately. The sesame sauce is packaged separately, and while it’s not extremely thick, I think it’s just right, making it easy to eat without feeling too heavy. The noodles are quite chewy and not overly soft, which I was very satisfied with.

Pig's Trotters (Small) $190
Honestly, this price isn’t cheap, but I think the portion is quite generous. The skin of the trotter is very chewy, and even the lean meat is tender. My family members, who usually don’t eat pig trotters, found it delightful. If you’re dining with a group, I recommend ordering one to enjoy with the cold noodles.

Miso Soup $30
This bowl of soup is really affordable. Although it’s just tofu miso soup, it’s served in a large portion with plenty of tofu. Unfortunately, it got a bit cold by the time I took it home, but if you have it hot, it would definitely be very comforting alongside the cold noodles.