# Cuisine **URL:** https://tw.forumosa.com/c/food/6.md [Latest](https://tw.forumosa.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://tw.forumosa.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://tw.forumosa.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the Cuisine category](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/about-the-cuisine-category/12)
**Author:** [@system](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2016, 4:56pm UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/about-the-cuisine-category/12 "2016-07-30T16:56:41Z")
Anything about restaurants, bars and clubs around the island, and yummy and nutritious stuff in general --- ## [Taiwanese Kavalan whiskey beats the Scots own](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/taiwanese-kavalan-whiskey-beats-the-scots-own/56261)
**Author:** [@StuartCa](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/StuartCa)\ **Replies:** 253\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 4:28pm UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/taiwanese-kavalan-whiskey-beats-the-scots-own/56261 "2026-11-06T16:28:23Z")
from the times http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/scotland/article7000931.ece I don’t like Whiskey, but what are your thoughts on this? Sandman’s I think i can guess! --- ## [Please describe the very worst beer you have ever had](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/please-describe-the-very-worst-beer-you-have-ever-had/61219)
**Author:** [@Chuanzao\_El\_Ale\_Dest](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/Chuanzao_El_Ale_Dest)\ **Replies:** 134\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 10:42am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/please-describe-the-very-worst-beer-you-have-ever-had/61219 "2026-11-06T10:42:53Z")
Hi, There are some really messed up hybrid beers in this world. Please tell me about them For me: Colt45 Menthol beer. Absolutely the worst thing I have ever tasted. Imagine a beer with a bunch of menthol cigarettes s… --- ## [Taiwan's breadfruit tree is not actually breadfruit tree](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/taiwans-breadfruit-tree-is-not-actually-breadfruit-tree/255341)
**Author:** [@hansioux](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/hansioux)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 11:45pm UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/taiwans-breadfruit-tree-is-not-actually-breadfruit-tree/255341 "2026-11-05T23:45:38Z")
https://www.scimonth.com.tw/archives/6368 So according to a new study, the very common tree in Taiwan, often referred to as breadfruit in both English and Mandarin, is not the same breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) that y… --- ## [Taichung Wuri Brewery (Taiwan Beer)](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/taichung-wuri-brewery-taiwan-beer/255724)
**Author:** [@TeacherNick](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/TeacherNick)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2026, 2:49pm UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/taichung-wuri-brewery-taiwan-beer/255724 "2026-11-04T14:49:12Z")
Has anyone been here? I heard that they offer brews that aren’t commonly available in stores, and that they sell food and offer brewery tours as well… I saw on their website that they have two types of brewery tours: o… --- ## [Craft beer or cocktail bar in Taichung?](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/craft-beer-or-cocktail-bar-in-taichung/87177)
**Author:** [@fanglangzhe](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/fanglangzhe)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2026, 1:28pm UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/craft-beer-or-cocktail-bar-in-taichung/87177 "2026-11-02T13:28:27Z")
Hi there, can anyone recommend good craft beer or cocktail bars in Taichung? I'm looking for a place with a casual but mature vibe, not too loud and where the emphasis is above all on the quality of the drinks. Or do suc… --- ## [Taiwan's best pizza is... off the back of a truck in Douliu?](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/taiwans-best-pizza-is-off-the-back-of-a-truck-in-douliu/62378)
**Author:** [@Taffy](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/Taffy)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2026, 12:58pm UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/taiwans-best-pizza-is-off-the-back-of-a-truck-in-douliu/62378 "2026-11-02T12:58:30Z")
I was in Nantou for the weekend, wandering around Lugu/Zhushan, when the missus suggested we stop off in Douliu (Yunlin County) to pick up some pizza. Turns out there’s a Frenchman with a converted van baking and selling… --- ## [Roast chicken for Christmas day](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/roast-chicken-for-christmas-day/247005)
**Author:** [@RickRooney](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/RickRooney)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2026, 1:52pm UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/roast-chicken-for-christmas-day/247005 "2026-11-01T13:52:21Z")
So i want a rotisserie chicken for christmas dinner. Whats the best recommendations ? All i can think of is costco or that 21century chicken place. I have not tried either of them. I would guess costco is probably bett… --- ## [Asia's 50 Best Bars 2024 - three from Taiwan](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/asias-50-best-bars-2024-three-from-taiwan/242285)
**Author:** [@marasan](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/marasan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2026, 7:43am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/asias-50-best-bars-2024-three-from-taiwan/242285 "2026-10-30T07:43:36Z")
Bars in Taiwan made the list: Vender (Taichung, Taiwan) Bar Mood (Taipei) The Public House (Taipei) Has anyone been to these bars in Taiwan? --- ## [Taoyuan best eateries](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/taoyuan-best-eateries/227285)
**Author:** [@Bucky](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/Bucky)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2026, 4:52am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/taoyuan-best-eateries/227285 "2026-10-30T04:52:17Z")
Hello taoyuan locals. I have been here a month now and starting to get a feel of the place. I am keen to explore outside of my neighbourhood and hit some restaurants. I want to compile a list of great places to eat in … --- ## [2 New 3 Michelin Star Restaurants In Taiwan](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/2-new-3-michelin-star-restaurants-in-taiwan/233024)
**Author:** [@Andrew0409](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/Andrew0409)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2026, 11:45am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/2-new-3-michelin-star-restaurants-in-taiwan/233024 "2026-10-29T11:45:36Z")
There are many new stars awarded to restaurants in Taiwan this year. --- ## [Coffee Shops Keelung](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/coffee-shops-keelung/180342)
**Author:** [@tango42](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/tango42)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2026, 6:52am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/coffee-shops-keelung/180342 "2026-10-29T06:52:00Z")
Any good coffee shops with air-conditioning and good seats besides Starbucks? --- ## [Kaohsiung Pizza Wars](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/kaohsiung-pizza-wars/223555)
**Author:** [@Expat1987](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/Expat1987)\ **Replies:** 98\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 1:40am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/kaohsiung-pizza-wars/223555 "2026-10-27T01:40:20Z")
Do foreigners not like Andrea Pizza anymore? I’ve only tried it after the original owner left, and I still thought it was in the top 3 pizzas I’ve had in all of Taiwan. I go there every time I visit Kaohsiung. Curious if… --- ## [Best Pizza in Taipei](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/best-pizza-in-taipei/1831)
**Author:** [@Rascal](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/Rascal)\ **Replies:** 1210\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 1:36am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/best-pizza-in-taipei/1831 "2026-10-27T01:36:50Z")
Best pizza in Taipei poll Any recommendations for a place where you can get real italian pizza instead of that thing they call pizza like you get it at Pizza Hut and Domino’s? Went to Saporo (near New Sogo) and Tony Ro… --- ## [Kaohsiung Eateries](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/kaohsiung-eateries/179385)
**Author:** [@Emilichinelo](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/Emilichinelo)\ **Replies:** 90\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 4:50am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/kaohsiung-eateries/179385 "2026-10-25T04:50:38Z")
What are the some of best local restaurants in Kaohsiung? What are the cheapest? What do you usually order? --- ## [British breakfast in Taipei](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/british-breakfast-in-taipei/199907)
**Author:** [@canadianboy27](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/canadianboy27)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 10:01am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/british-breakfast-in-taipei/199907 "2026-10-24T10:01:02Z")
What’s the best one in Taipei ? Can’t find anything decent --- ## [Authentic Northern and Sichuan](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/authentic-northern-and-sichuan/1818)
**Author:** [@ritzinger](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/ritzinger)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2026, 10:17am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/authentic-northern-and-sichuan/1818 "2026-10-23T10:17:48Z")
I've spent a lot of time in both the PRC and the ROC and while I love Taiwan and Taiwanese food, my stomach still gets longings for the 家常菜 I used to get back in Beijing and Tianjin. I've tried some places here but it ju… --- ## [Proper Kebab - Where art thou?](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/proper-kebab-where-art-thou/200494)
**Author:** [@oneofdaroughs](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/oneofdaroughs)\ **Replies:** 127\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 6:49am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/proper-kebab-where-art-thou/200494 "2026-10-22T06:49:28Z")
Just curious if anyone has ever found a proper Turkish kebab…at least like the ones the Turkish and Iranians sell in the UK or in the Antipodes. Really tired of weird modified spring rolls. Any tips would be appreciated!… --- ## [Thanksgiving Dinner Turkey: Where to buy?](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/thanksgiving-dinner-turkey-where-to-buy/225125)
**Author:** [@bingde4](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/bingde4)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 9:29am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/thanksgiving-dinner-turkey-where-to-buy/225125 "2026-10-21T09:29:31Z")
Brass Monkey usually makes the best turkey dinners, but they have a new owner now - looks like they’re doing buffet only (not great with a newborn). They are also doing it for ONLY on Thanksgiving - all other years, they… --- ## [Steak in Taiwan. The good, the bad, the ugly.](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/steak-in-taiwan-the-good-the-bad-the-ugly/161536)
**Author:** [@Liub](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/Liub)\ **Replies:** 191\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 12:59pm UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/steak-in-taiwan-the-good-the-bad-the-ugly/161536 "2026-10-20T12:59:59Z")
--- ## [Indian restaurants in Taipei](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/indian-restaurants-in-taipei/1877)
**Author:** [@tiffany1](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/tiffany1)\ **Replies:** 491\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2026, 6:32am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/indian-restaurants-in-taipei/1877 "2026-10-16T06:32:41Z")
There seems to be more and more Indian restaurants opening up but they are about as authentic as the Irish pubs in Taiwan. The Oberoi was appaling give it a miss! Anybody know which is the best Indian (in Taipei)? --- ## [Two-star Nobuo debuts new menu with rare cockscomb](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/two-star-nobuo-debuts-new-menu-with-rare-cockscomb/260155)
**Author:** [@PeiHua-Connie](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/PeiHua-Connie)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2026, 11:26am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/two-star-nobuo-debuts-new-menu-with-rare-cockscomb/260155 "2026-10-15T11:26:22Z")
News on new item, cocks comb. Sounds interesting https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6456329 --- ## [Restaurants I recommend after living 5 years in Taipei](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/restaurants-i-recommend-after-living-5-years-in-taipei/214373)
**Author:** [@marcopoloTW](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/marcopoloTW)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2026, 3:52pm UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/restaurants-i-recommend-after-living-5-years-in-taipei/214373 "2026-10-13T15:52:40Z")
I’ve compiled a list of my favorite (non-mainstream) plate in restaurants in Taipei : “Kung fu” mian @ 春水堂 Hakka food @ 晉江茶堂 The Pork Chop lunch box @ Dong Yi Dumplings soup with pork ribs @ 大方牛肋麵 Goose @ A-Cheng Goose … --- ## [History of chili peppers](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/history-of-chili-peppers/204762)
**Author:** [@finley](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/finley)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2026, 5:22am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/history-of-chili-peppers/204762 "2026-10-13T05:22:28Z")
Many different varieties of chili pepper all with markedly different climate requirements. I doubt they all originated in S.America - or, at least, I doubt they were introduced recently to other places. India and Asia al… --- ## [$500 coffee at Family Mart](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/500-coffee-at-family-mart/228199)
**Author:** [@PeiHua-Connie](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/PeiHua-Connie)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2026, 3:27am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/500-coffee-at-family-mart/228199 "2026-10-09T03:27:09Z")
Even at UCC here in Kao not that expensive, wonder if anyone has tried it also linko mentions the cafe hopes make $10 million, did not know cafe can make so much --- ## [Let go as a catering consultant for flagging food-safety problems. Overreacting, or doing the job?](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/let-go-as-a-catering-consultant-for-flagging-food-safety-problems-overreacting-or-doing-the-job/259934)
**Author:** [@FBWS](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/FBWS)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 8:32am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/let-go-as-a-catering-consultant-for-flagging-food-safety-problems-overreacting-or-doing-the-job/259934 "2026-10-08T08:32:14Z")
I’ve worked in professional kitchens for 28 years: Michelin-starred houses in France, a castle estate in Scotland, then 9+ years running F&B businesses here in Taiwan. These days I consult for restaurants and institution… --- ## [Opened up a Crab Rangoon store in Ximen](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/opened-up-a-crab-rangoon-store-in-ximen/258064)
**Author:** [@kevinchu](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/kevinchu)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 6:26pm UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/opened-up-a-crab-rangoon-store-in-ximen/258064 "2026-10-06T18:26:29Z")
Hello All! Just wanted to share my new store that might excite some fellow Americans. The wife and I just opened up a few weeks ago inside Ximending and wanted to get the word out. For others who might not be familiar w… --- ## [Farm-sourced raw milk in Taiwan: Does it exist?](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/farm-sourced-raw-milk-in-taiwan-does-it-exist/229823)
**Author:** [@zaowangyeh](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/zaowangyeh)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 8:53am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/farm-sourced-raw-milk-in-taiwan-does-it-exist/229823 "2026-10-06T08:53:04Z")
Is locally-produced milk, whether cow or goat, available in Taiwan? If so, where can it be purchased? --- ## [Sea Urchin](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/sea-urchin/258910)
**Author:** [@tango42](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/tango42)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 9:44pm UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/sea-urchin/258910 "2026-10-05T21:44:31Z")
I didn’t realize sea urchin are farmed year round in Penghu even though the season is only two months. Some places it’s like all you can eat although probably wouldn’t want to do that. --- ## [Goon vs Doon Valley](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/goon-vs-doon-valley/229680)
**Author:** [@DKaoshuing](https://tw.forumosa.com/u/DKaoshuing)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 10:13am UTC](https://tw.forumosa.com/t/goon-vs-doon-valley/229680 "2026-10-05T10:13:21Z")
Doon Valley or Goon’s Bistro印度美食餐酒館 is better Indian food? I been both once, think both are good but Goon’s Bistro印度美食餐酒館 harder to get a seat as no walk in allowed (but more near me). At Doon Valley had the two people… [Next page](https://tw.forumosa.com/c/food/6.md?page=1)