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Throwing Away the Floral Design Rulebook: An Interview with Florist Takako Mine

By: traveltaipeimagzine 2019-03-182019-03-18

Living in Taiwan, Voices From TaiwanCulture, Interview, TaipeiLeave a Comment

Japanese florist Takako Mine recalls. To Ms. Mine, flowers have long been a tool to explore the world and a very important part of her life. This did not change after she relocated from Tokyo to Taipei. In fact, her life has never been so bright thanks to the inspiration of Taipei, a city filled with colorful flowers.

Interview with Hey Taipei Author Kathy Cheng

By: Taiwan Scene 2019-02-112019-02-11

Voice of influencers, Voices From TaiwanInterview, Taiwan, Travel tipsLeave a Comment

Taiwan Scene spoke to Kathy about her blog, Tricky Taipei, her new book Hey Taipei, and about traveling in Taiwan with a baby.

In Defense of Andrew Zimmern

By: Joshua Samuel Brown 2019-01-072019-02-11

From the Editor, Voices From TaiwanFoodLeave a Comment

While Zimmern could have chosen his words (for which he’s apologized publicly) more carefully, taken in the context of the overall conversation it’s clear none of his comments were meant to disparage Chinese cuisine in America, or Chinese-Americans (in or out of the food industry). Zimmern’s respect for culinary culture and the people who work in the food industry is well-documented. As a journalist who has spent most of his adult life living in Taiwan and China and promoting their shared culinary and cultural heritage, I believe the social-media uproar over his comments are quite unjustified, and that his knee-jerk demotion should be overturned.

Finding Local Flavor at Taipei’s Beer Cafes

By: jennalynncody 2018-12-28

Activities, Food & Drink, Guest Column, Voices From TaiwanRestaurantLeave a Comment

I’ve lived in Taipei for twelve years, not as long as some scions of the expatriate community, but long enough to have sunk into a groove running comfortably between my apartment and a few favorite cafes and restaurants.

Grown in Taiwan: A Conversation with Cha Tzu Tang

By: Taiwan Scene 2018-12-242018-12-24

Activities, Hiking and Nature, Voice of influencers, Voices From TaiwanLeave a Comment

A new generation of Taiwanese entrepreneurs are seeking to highlight Taiwan’s place in the natural world. Among those at the forefront of the growing “Grown in Taiwan” movement is a brand called Cha Tzu Tang.

7 Taipei Eateries Beloved by Homesick Western Expats

By: Joshua Samuel Brown 2018-12-182018-12-18

From the Editor, Voices From TaiwanChristmas, RestaurantLeave a Comment

Where to get western food in Taipei, suggested by Taiwan Scene and the Taipei expat community.

Herban Kitchen & Bar: A Western Vegetarian Oasis in Taipei

By: traveltaipeimagzine 2018-12-112018-12-11

Living in Taiwan, Voices From TaiwanLeave a Comment

We headed to Herban Kitchen & Bar for a meal and a chat with owner Marco Henry Lapka about vegetarianism, veganism, and the pros and cons of Taiwan’s meat-free

World Renowned Triathlete Couple Takes-On Challenge Taiwan

By: Taiwan Scene 2018-12-102018-12-11

Voice of influencers, Voices From TaiwanSportsLeave a Comment

Ironman World Champion Mirinda Carfrae and her husband, 2009 ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships winner, Tim O’Donnell sat down with Taiwan Scene.

Taiwan votes against LGBT equality, but all is not lost

By: Taiwan Scene 2018-11-262018-11-27

Activities, Festivals, History & Culture, Voices From TaiwanLGBTQ, TaiwanLeave a Comment

This weekend saw Taiwanese citizens go to the polls to vote on five referendums of great historical significance to the global fight for LGBT equality.Three of these referendums were worded in opposition to LGBT equality, while two were worded in support.