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.

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.

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.

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At Taïrroir, Kai Ho translates his deep connection to the land into a myriad of intricacies, crafting dishes that serve as eloquent love letters. These culinary creations brim with genuine sentiment, resonating with unique expressions that mirror his own passionate persona.

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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.

The more ordinary a food appears, the more wisdom there is hidden behind the surface. Chef Kai Ho from two-Michelin-starred Taïrroir in Taipei shares his glamorous take on tea egg, the everyman of our culinary culture.