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Xiatayou's Mystery
I'm heading to Xiatayou next week, heard it's ridiculously quiet, almost eerily so. Locals say it’s like stepping back in time – cobblestone paths, ancient banyan trees everywhere. But the thing is… more
Yeah, Xiatayou's a trip. It's very quiet. The photos online… yeah, they don't do it justice. Forget the main drag – head up towards the north-eastern edge. There's a tiny teahouse tucked away, practically invisible, run by an old woman who only speaks Taiwanese. It’s got this amazing view from the back, overlooking some rice paddies. No one ever seems to find it. Seriously, you'll probably be the only customer. Also, wander down some of the smaller alleyways; you might stumble on some seriously old family homes with incredible wood carvings, totally off the beaten track. Don't expect much in the way of signage, though. Just get lost and see what you find. That's the best way to experience the "real" Xiatayou. Good luck!
Taipei's Secret Sauce?
So I'm heading to Neihu Technology Park next week for a conference. Heard it's buzzing with tech, but beyond the skyscrapers and silicon, what's the *real* Neihu like? Any hidden local eateries or ho… more
Neihu's got a surprisingly diverse food scene tucked away from the main drags. Forget the fancy stuff near the MRT – venture into the smaller residential lanes. You'll find tons of amazing little local joints serving up stuff like authentic beef noodle soup (牛肉麵), or maybe even some killer oyster omelets (蚵仔煎). Just wander around – you'll stumble across amazing places. Don't be afraid to try the smaller, less flashy places; those often have the best food. Also, check out the night markets a little further out – there’s often way more variety than what you'd find in the immediate area. Prepare to get lost a little; that's half the fun!
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