Taiwanese culture Archives

What (not) to wear in tropical weather

When I reached the client’s office all my dignity was gone. Dripping from head to bare-feet, the receptionist hurried forward saying ‘you can’t come in here!’

What does gourmet mean?

Food, Taiwanese culture

Gourmet: adj. 1. Exceptional food made using quality ingredients and skilled preparation. 2. All food in Taiwan.

Cold out? You need a bowl of sugar

Language, Taiwanese culture

People need to be careful about what they say and how they say it in Chinese. How is there a story if every word is the same?

Hungry Ghost Month -banishing a troublesome spirit

Taiwanese culture, Traditions

To mark the start of The Hungry Ghost Month, a tale about a visit to a temple to banish a troublesome ghost.

Seek and ye shall (not) find

Food, Living in Taiwan, Taiwanese culture

Finding what we need in Taiwan can be a challenge sometimes. Snow flavoured crisps are no problem. Bread and wine are harder.

Something fishy about your name

Food, Taiwanese culture

People can change their names three times in Taiwan. You might get lots of free food, and even make some money, but it can also lead to problems. Is Dr Salmon available?