Since I flew back to Toronto, the amount of work to be done snuck up incredibly quickly. It also didn't help that I spent my first week back sleeping the days away with an awful case of jetlag. Nonetheless, I do have a few posts started about my last couple weeks in Taiwan that I am eager to share. So, on with the main point...!
There are enough night markets in Taipei that you could visit a different one every night for 2 weeks if you had the energy. The one nearest our apartment is Le Hua Night Market. (Easily accessible from Dingxi Station on the Orange Line.)
Le Hua Night Market
Here's the busy entrance. Come here anytime after 7pm and you'll find this place bright, flashy, and full of life.
Delicious sweet tofu (douhua) dessert with various toppings! Some options include green beans, red beans, peanuts, and various jellies!
Several vendors sell freshly blended smoothies, one of the healthier options in the market.
Shaved ice with plenty of sweet toppings to try out and keep you cool.
The above photo is a wonderful store selling a variety of knick knacks, beauty items, and snacks for low prices. Guaranteed that you'll encounter items you didn't realize you were missing but decided you needed as soon as you laid eyes on them!
Unfortunately, this is actually a very limited preview of all the treasures and culinary experiences that await you within a night market -- it truly is worth taking a personal visit! I can name countless other favorites within this single night market alone: fried calamari with 20 choices of seasonings and toppings for $3, bonito flavored mini pizza for $3, shrimp noodles, oyster omelettes, fermented tofu, and the list carries on. I can't wait to check out additional night markets and share future tours!
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