{"id":94125,"date":"2019-06-24T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-06-24T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelstartblg.wpenginepowered.com\/best-food-and-drinks-in-taiwan\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:55:48","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:55:48","slug":"best-food-and-drinks-in-taiwan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/best-food-and-drinks-in-taiwan\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Food and Drinks in Taiwan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arguably one of the most undiscovered foodie paradises in the world, Taiwan takes its visitors on a delicious culinary journey of a lifetime. From fresh seafood to local night markets overflowing with incredible street food, there are endless options that will tickle even the fussiest eater\u2019s fancy. While some dishes are restricted to adventurous eaters, be prepared to eat some of the greatest food of your life and consequently have dreams about it until your next visit. Here are some of the best food and drinks in Taiwan worth trying\u2026 <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Pineapple Cake<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A small shortcrust pastry filled with a gooey pineapple paste, these little guys are found on almost every corner of Taiwan. Paired with a cup of tea, you\u2019ll find yourself covered in crumbs after polishing off more than 1 in a matter of seconds. There are hundreds of Pineapple cake brands so to simplify things, be on the lookout for Li Yi or Chia Te &#8211; they\u2019re slightly pricier than others but definitely worth every penny!<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_77499\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-77499\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-77499\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/Pineapple-Cake-Taiwan.jpg\" alt=\"Pineapple Cake Taiwan\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-77499\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/yummyyysnack\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@yummyyysnack<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Dumplings<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Say hello to dumpling heaven! Steamed, boiled, fried &#8211; dumpling lovers are in for a real treat. \u00a0With prices that seem too good to be true, the Taiwanese sure know how to make great dumplings. Order a variety of different fillings for the full experience and be sure to try the curry dumplings found on most menus. \u00a0And while you\u2019re in Taipei, make sure <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dintaifung.com.tw\/eng\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Din Tai Fung<\/a> is on your list &#8211; an absolute must! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Cheese Bread<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not too well known, even amongst locals, this dish is simply delicious and quite frankly, addictive. \u00a0Imagine the fluffiest sponge cake filled with melted cheese &#8211; it\u2019s almost like a cross between a toasted cheese sandwich and the perfect <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">souffl\u00e9<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u00a0Grab some at the Shilin Night Market and thank us later.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_77501\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-77501\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-77501\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/Cheese-Bread-Taiwan.jpg\" alt=\"Cheese Bread Taiwan\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-77501\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hypemy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@hypemy<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Dan Bing<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known for their breakfast shops serving up tasty morning treats, <em>Dan Bing<\/em> is definitely a morning highlight. A thin pancake that is served rolled and sliced into bite-size pieces and filled with egg and another topping. Choose from options like cheese, bacon, sausage or a combination &#8211; this is the perfect breakfast if you\u2019ve got a busy day ahead and need to grab something simple and quick.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Bubble Tea<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taiwan is known to produce some of the best teas and even more so for blessing the world with Bubble Tea. A tapioca ball-filled drink, you\u2019ll most likely ditch your daily coffee and opt for one of these instead. \u00a0This sweet and refreshing drink can be found across Taiwan and is best enjoyed while wandering the bustling streets. If you find yourself walking past <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/twtigersugar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sugar Tiger<\/a>, make sure you try a Brown Sugar Bubble Tea.\u00a0 You\u2019ll very quickly see why it&#8217;s on our list of best food and drinks in Taiwan. <\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_77498\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-77498\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-77498\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/Bubble-Tea-Taiwan.jpg\" alt=\"Bubble Tea Taiwan\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-77498\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/missapril96\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@missapril96<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Ice-cream Run Bing<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A flavour combination that may leave some confused, disgusted or begging for more\u2026 This ice-cream wrap with peanut candy shavings topped with coriander (yes, coriander) is absolutely delicious. If coriander isn\u2019t a favourite, don\u2019t be shy to tell them to leave it off, it\u2019s equally as delicious. Find this at any of the night markets or at some street stalls, a change of scenery from the classic European ice-cream in a cone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Pepper Bun<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known by locals as <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hu Jiao Bing<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this one is for the pie lovers out there. A peppery pork-filled bun that has been perfectly baked in a piping hot canister, you can expect to see people queueing for this incredible dish and for good reason. If you don\u2019t mind a bit of a wait, some of the best ones can be found at the Raohe Night Market. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_77502\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-77502\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-77502\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/Pepper-Bun-Taiwan.jpg\" alt=\"Pepper Bun Taiwan\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-77502\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/anita6217\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@anita6217<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b>Stinky Tofu<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Definitely not for the faint hearted or those that struggle with pungent smells. Extremely popular amongst locals, stinky tofu is exactly that, stinky! If you can get past the smell, this fermented tofu dish really is quite delicious. If you find yourself feeling adventurous while walking through a night market, give it a go \u2013 you may be pleasantly surprised.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>And the Visa Process?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The visa process for South Africans wanting to visit Taiwan is easy and free. \u00a0Simply <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/visawebapp.boca.gov.tw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">complete your form online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, book an appointment at either the Cape Town, Pretoria or Johannesburg consulate and take your passport with 2 passport-sized photos to your appointment. \u00a0While no other documents are required to get a tourist visa, it\u2019s always a good idea to take along your flight confirmation and proof of accommodation just in case \u2013 when it comes to visas, it never hurts to be over prepared! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-77513\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/Taiwan.jpg\" alt=\"Taiwan\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what are you waiting for? Pack your walking shoes and stretchy pants, and get ready to go on the ultimate adventure as you taste your way through the best food and drinks in Taiwan. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/taiwan\/flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Find cheap flights to Taipei<\/a> on Travelstart and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/sign-up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sign up to our newsletter<\/a> to be the first to hear about our flight specials. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arguably one of the most undiscovered foodie paradises in the world, Taiwan takes its visitors on a delicious culinary journey of a lifetime. From fresh seafood to local night markets overflowing with incredible street food, there are endless options that will tickle even the fussiest eater\u2019s fancy. 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