Travel Guides & Tips in this video
- Tip 1When choosing food stalls, look for long lines – they usually indicate delicious food worth the wait. The scallion pancake, for example, had a long line, and it was amazing! (2:10)
- Tip 2Most places in Taipei's night markets accept Apple Pay, making it easy to pay without needing cash. Just scan the code on your phone and you're done! (7:43)
- Tip 3Shilin Night Market offers a carnival-like experience with games and activities in addition to food. Try the shrimp or goldfish fishing games for a fun, unique experience. (9:51)
- Tip 4The two night markets offer different experiences. Ningxia is quick and focused on food, while Shilin is larger, with more games and shopping, offering a more diverse adventure. (15:32)
- Tip 5Be prepared for strong smells, especially if you plan to try stinky tofu. It might be an acquired taste, and the smell can be quite intense. (16:13)
Jacob and Jenny's Taipei night market adventure is a whirlwind of sensory delights! From crispy milk balls and scallion pancakes to spicy pork buns and unbelievably long fries, their culinary journey is a must-watch. But it's not just about the food; the vibrant atmosphere, unique games, and the unexpected discovery of a 3D tiger add an extra layer of fun to their exploration of Taiwan's famous night markets.
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This video by Jacob and Jenny - Travel takes viewers on a vibrant culinary adventure through Taipei's famous night markets, Shilin and Ningxia. The couple starts at Ningxia, sampling an array of street food delights. Their experience begins with crispy milk balls, described as tasting like sweet condensed milk, followed by a scallion pancake, praised for its crispy texture and delicious spicy sauce. A mountain pig sausage, while unique, proves less appealing to Jacob's palate. However, the double cheese potato, a blog-recommended item, becomes an instant favorite, with its soft potato and intensely cheesy flavor.
The atmosphere of Ningxia is described as lively and fun, with a dense concentration of food stalls. Jacob and Jenny highlight the ease of using Apple Pay at nearly every vendor, eliminating the need for cash. Afterward, they indulge in papaya milk, a creamy, yogurt-like beverage, and revisit the fried Oreo stand for a second round of fried treats.
Their journey continues to Shilin Night Market, touted as Taiwan's most famous. Here, the experience shifts from a purely culinary focus to a broader exploration of the market's diverse offerings. They encounter a carnival-like atmosphere with games, including shrimp and goldfish fishing, and discover a surprisingly large, three-dimensional tiger statue. The market's scale is striking, with numerous stalls and side streets, creating a more sprawling and varied experience than Ningxia.
At Shilin, they find a shaved ice restaurant and try the passion fruit shaved snow, a unique dessert with a soft, creamy texture. They also sample a spicy pork bun and super-long fries, both of which are met with enthusiastic approval. Jacob and Jenny conclude their night market adventure reflecting on the differences between the two markets. Ningxia is characterized as a quick, food-focused experience, while Shilin offers a broader range of activities, including games and shopping, alongside its diverse food stalls. While they initially intended to try stinky tofu, the strong smell dissuades them, leaving it for a potential future video. Overall, Jacob and Jenny's exploration showcases the vibrant culture and delicious food of Taipei's night markets, providing a compelling and entertaining travelogue.
FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)
- Q: What was the best food we tried?
- A: That's a tough one! The scallion pancake was amazing, but the double cheese potato was also incredible. And honestly, the passion fruit shaved snow was a crazy good experience!
- Q: What was the biggest surprise at Shilin?
- A: Definitely the 3D tiger! I didn't expect to see something like that at a night market. It was so cool!
- Q: How easy was it to pay for food?
- A: Super easy! Almost every place took Apple Pay. I didn't even need to carry cash!
