It wouldn’t happen in Kirkbymoorside
After a lunch of dumplings and turnip cake, we pick up some kelp stock and bat-ear mushrooms for dinner. Aye. T’aint Kirkby
Taiwan culture
Geek world heaven
If like us you are a bit geeky sometimes, Taiwan is a great place to be. You can buy all the latest electronic toys as well as bigger gadgets, many of which are not sold elsewhere.
Redefining convenience
When we explained to a Taiwanese friend that small towns in the UK and Europe don’t have 7-11 convenience stores, she was shocked. “How do people eat?”, she asked.
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!’
You won how much for doing what now?
It took us a long time to work out why shop assistants always looked at us like we were crazy.
What does gourmet mean?
Why would any society make high quality, delicious food for some people, and low quality, not-delicious food for others?
Taiwan’s unexpected covid spike
For 17 months Taiwan enjoyed a remarkable Covid-19 pandemic with almost no local infections. Then it went a bit wrong.
Something fishy about your name
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?