Destinations
The Cities of Taiwan
Discover the vibrant landscape, historic temples, and hidden culinary gems scattered across the island's dynamic metropolises.
Taipei
Taipei is a city that really goes all out when it comes to food. You can find everything here, from a simple soy-braised meal in a Wanhua alley to a fancy tasting menu in Daan. Oyster omelets and Michelin-starred soup dumplings are neighbors, and the city comes alive at night for anyone who loves to eat or just wants to try something new. If you catch a whiff of stinky tofu late at night, that's Taipei saying hello in its own way.
New Taipei
New Taipei wraps around Taipei and does a lot of the heavy lifting when it comes to food. There are busy fish markets by the coast, quiet teahouses up in the mountains, and plenty of Hakka braised pork to go around. You can also find old gold mining towns from the Japanese era and fishing harbors that smell like the ocean. While Taipei gets a lot of attention, New Taipei is where a lot of the real eating happens.
Keelung
Keelung is called the Rainy Port for a reason. It rains a lot here, but that just seems to make the seafood taste fresher and the night markets even more lively. This isn't a city you visit for pretty views, but if you care about good food, especially seafood, it's hard to beat. Fishing boats pull right up to the restaurants, and the Miaokou Night Market is packed with numbered stalls and yellow lanterns. It's been a favorite spot for locals and visitors for ages.