On a street corner amidst the crowds in Taipei, a couple of women fry up chou dou fu, creating a stench that can be smelt way before you see where it’s coming from. Better known as stinky tofu, this fermented tofu dish is certainly an acquired taste. Then there’s the cold chicken feet, double layered […]
I’m a big fan of Street Art (see Street Art on my travels) so am always on the lookout for this or similar art on my travels. It’s usually just one wall, rather than entire buildings that are painted with murals. However, in Taiwan I found a whole village that had been painted. Known as […]
Taiwan offers a great variety of things to do and see. It’s just a small island but I would recommend a visit here if you don’t want to spend a lot of time travelling between destinations but want to experience a variety of things. My 10 reasons to visit Taiwan post will give you some […]
As we head into Autumn ‘proper’ in the UK, the temperatures start to drop, making some of us feel the need to get away to somewhere a little warmer. Spring is just arriving in Australasia, whilst much of Asia is experiencing rainy season . So where is a good destination for travel in October?
Prior to my trip to Taiwan I researched extensively for some local or unique experiences. No different to planning any other trip really. However this time, I also unearthed a bit of info, that for me personally was really quite exciting….. stamping in Taiwan is a ‘thing’. Let me put this into perspective, particularly if […]
From simple wan ton soup to an extensive array of snacks on sticks, Taipei offers foods from all around the country. So, you don’t even need to venture out of the capital to enjoy most of Taiwan’s specialities. However, most visitors only stay in Taipei when they visit Taiwan. Despite this, I recommend planning a […]