With its deep-rooted vegetarian tradition, growing focus on health and sustainability, and chefs constantly pushing the boundaries of plant-based cuisine, Taiwan has become a true paradise for vegetarian dining. From innovative ingredients to creative techniques, the diverse and exciting options make plant-based eating not just a lifestyle, but a delightful part of the travel experience here.

Mountain and Sea House recently hosted a "Kinmen Native Chicken Feast," inviting chefs from MICHELIN-recommended restaurants to savour this long-lost Taiwanese indigenous chicken. The event showcased its rare flavours while highlighting efforts to revive Taiwan's traditional culinary heritage.

Whether you're seeking a refined meal or a culturally rich journey, Daan is worth slowing down to explore. Here’s a two-day itinerary to inspire your visit to Taipei over and over again.

An edible tapestry of delectable ingredients, culinary ingenuity and time-honored craftsmanship, peanut ice cream roll’s value goes beyond its great flavor. There is something pure and heartfelt in it that encapsulates what Taiwanese snacks are.

We invited sommeliers from three MICHELIN-listed restaurants to elaborate on the selection and methods of wine pairing for Chinese dishes, based on two classic Lunar New Year dishes, Buddha Jumps Over the Wall and White Poached Chicken, as well as one of their restaurants’ signature dishes.

The flavor of Taiwan is in the rich culture behind every ingredient; it is in the unique tapestry of the cuisine woven through space and time. Moving into the future, continuous dialogue and deep exploration will drive the evolution of Taiwanese cuisine and propel it onto the global stage.