Sweet Memories of Taiwan

Taiwanese desserts offer a delightful mix of bubble tea shaken with tea, seasonal fruit shaved ice, Douhua made from beans, and taro balls to enjoy both texture and aroma. We've picked representative stores from various cities. The same dish can taste quite different depending on factors like soup thickness, dough, cooking time, and local ingredients, so we compared the signature menu items and the character of each place.

Adding sugar, ice, and toppings can overshadow the original flavors, so it's good to start with the basic combination or lower sugar and check the quality of seasonal fruits. Operating hours, holidays, ingredient availability, and payment methods can change frequently, so it's recommended to check the store's announcements and map information right before visiting.

Instead of trying to follow all five spots in one go, choose one category among breakfast, beef noodle soup, dumplings, Tainan dishes, and desserts to plan your day. The same dish can taste quite different depending on factors like soup thickness, dough, cooking time, and local ingredients, so we compared the signature menu items and the character of each place.

After your visit, documenting the taste, prices, wait times, and dishes you'd like to order again will help you when planning your next culinary adventure in Taiwan. Operating hours, holidays, ingredient availability, and payment methods can frequently change, so make sure to check the store's announcements and map information right before visiting. Rather than overwhelming yourself with too many famous dishes in one meal, considering the quantity and travel time, choosing just two or three places can reduce wait time and food waste while allowing you to appreciate the differences between each establishment more clearly.