From
vegan snacks to nutritional meals...
Taiwan's unique Night Markets,
Farmer's Markets and Roadside Markets
have it all! |
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Taipei,
Taiwan… from numerous street
markets to even an entire vegan supermarket
called "ivegan", being
a vegan is a respected part of Taiwan's culture.
I must say, even without speaking the local
language, vegan and vegetarian dishes isn't
just
something they
do understand, it's also an option in most
menus.
My trip started with a
visit to my 1st street market in Taiwan. I
was delighted by the variety, richness and
culture of this night market so I decided
to continue exploring other ones... then after
a few trips I couldn't resist sharing my experience
and photos. ;)
Not only I found myself supporting
vendors selling unique vegan dishes, I was
also surprised at the variety of vegan snacks
available everywhere... then something
funny as well... I noticed how vendors
from natural markets in the US were truly
inspired by these popular Asian snacks. Plus
these Asian snacks are mostly vegan friendly
already. They are based on veggies, beans,
nuts and seeds.
Check out this one below for
example: "Sea Tangle Crisps with Almonds"
from Whole Foods... popular for years
in Taiwan, now we can find locally as well.
:)
Night
Markets in Taipei, Taiwan
I just had to have this corn on the cob,
cooked to order, plus a fresh carrot and ginger
juice, super fresh and squeezed to order as
well. Delicious!
Farmer's
Street Markets in Taipei, Taiwan
Here are some tofu snacks
plus a wide variety of beans and vegetarian
meat substitutes.
It was awesome to see their
traditional herbal markets. I got to try some
fresh herbal tea and tropical fruits as well.
Roadside
Markets in Taipei, Taiwan
While driving to a mountain resort it was
easy to find street local farmers selling
fresh fruits and veggies on the side of the
road.
Plus...
And last, but not least, there is always
something vegan friendly at local markets
and shops.
- Check out these dried apple, pumpkin and
root vegetable chips from a home store.
- A variety of fruits and veggie drinks
are found at every street corner store.
- And fresh coconut covered rice and bean
cakes are popular ar local bakeries.
Then once again, the funny thing I thought
was that if you shop at natural markets
in the USA these look familiar already, don't
they?
Tell
us what you think...
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From
Mochi to Bean (Baozi) cakes... you
are sure to find delicious vegan
delights in Taiwan!
Yummy
Rice or Bread Beans cakes
Check out these traditional bakeries,
and unique vegan friendly desserts.
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