A Journey through the Culinary Culture: Discovery Trip in Taiwan of Chef Duo from MICHELIN Restaurants: Q
Chefs Richie Lin of MICHELIN-listed MUME and Zaiyu Hasegawa of two-MICHELIN-starred and Green-starred Den in Tokyo have recently gone on an exploratory trip designed to Tainan and Kaohsiung for Hasegawa to rediscover Taiwan. The mission is to decode the Taiwanese texture of Q. A term originating in Taiwan and usually used to describe the joyful texture of something satisfyingly chewy and elastic such as the chewy sensation of pearls in milk tea, elastic noodles, bouncy fish balls and the soft bite of glutinous rice balls.
July 2024: 8 New Additions to the MICHELIN Guide Taiwan
Eight new establishments are added to MICHELIN Guide Taiwan this month in Taipei, Taichung and Kaohsiung, including a diverse spectrum of cuisine types and styles: from dishes that re-invent Taiwanese flavours, pan-Mediterranean cuisine with eclectic influences, innovative dishes that showcase the bounty beauty of Taiwanese culture and landscape, refined contemporary French cuisine, to heartwarming porridge and home-style cooking—a true reflection of the dynamic and blooming gastronomic scene in Taiwan.
A Journey to the Culinary Culture: Discovery Trip in Taiwan of Chef Duo from MICHELIN-Starred Restaurants: Lu
Chef Chudaree “Tam” Debhakam of Two-MICHELIN-starred restaurant Baan Tepa in Bangkok recently has made a trip to Taiwan upon the invitation of chef Kai Ho from Three-MICHELIN-starred restaurant Taïrroir, and embarked on a journey to Taiwan and discovered a culture centred around time-honoured food traditions, which together they have explored the concept of "lu" and find inspirations and learnings along the way.
Aiyu Jelly: Taiwan’s World-class Ingredient of Limitless Possibilities
Aiyu jelly is an ingredient unique to Taiwan, and Taiwan is the only place in the world that can produce this plump and chewy delicacy. Aiyu jelly is a culinary collective memory for Taiwanese people. It has also made appearances in creations by chefs of MICHELIN-recommended restaurants, who showcase their creative interpretations in honour of this world-class local ingredient.
The Ultimate Guide to Xitun, Taichung: Where to Eat, Stay, and Shop
In Xitun district of Taichung, you can find thriving commercial areas and night markets, serene parks and green zones, as well as stylish restaurants and accommodations. Regardless of what you like to see and do, there is always a reason to fall in love with it.
Ban Bo Chef Steven Su on Crafting a Taiwanese Documentary Through Food
At Ban Bo, Steven Su creates a unique expression of Taiwanese flavors and an experience for diners to remember.
The Many Lives of Three Cup Chicken, a Taiwanese Classic
Three Cup Chicken is a soul-soothing and familiar dish that Taiwanese people hold close to their hearts. It also leaves a lasting impression on tourists who have sampled this irresistible dish, with its flavour and charm becoming a source of inspiration for many Taiwanese chefs.