Formosa Flavours Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Skip the food courts to hunt down the lunchtime hustle of Yongkang Street and Ximending, two districts that define two faces of Taipei. An epic food tour with 15+ tastings at local eateries ranging from Michelin-rated institutions to decades-old foodie gems.

We’ll uncover the flavours of the island, exactly as they were meant to be tasted. Formosa proving that Taiwan's "beautiful" namesake is best experienced with a pair of chopsticks and loose trousers. This isn't just a tour; it's a deep-dive into the legendary hotspots that prove the city's best views are found at the bottom of a noodle bowl.

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

See 'What to Expect' section and 'What's Included' for info on dietary restrictions

We recommend comfortable walking shoes. Bring rain gear/umbrella, if rain looks likely. There's lot of tastings to try, come hungry!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Taipei

Between the seasoned kitchens of Ximending and morning pulse of Yongkang Street lies the true, unedited flavours of Taiwan, the 'Beautiful Island'. We're here to show you why the spirit of "Formosa" is found in the clatter of chopsticks and the deep secrets of a master-stock noodle bowl. Our lunchtime feasting tour of 15+ tastings invites guests on a culinary experience around the backstreets of Taipei led by our team of professional foodie guides. Before we get started, your tour reflects the local cuisine and the limitations of street food vendors means we unfortunately cannot cater for every dietary restriction. Here's an honest appraisal for the tour so no-one is disappointed: ✖️ Vegetarians have 2-3 less tastings due to limited alternatives at some vendors. ✖️ Unsuitable for severe allergies, halal and celiac diets due to risk of traces and cross-contamination. If you are feeling adventurous for a foodie journey, read on!

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Yongkang Street

Begin in the heart of the city at vibrant Yongkang Street - recently dubbed one of the coolest streets in Asia by Time Out magazine. This isn't just a trendy thoroughfare; it is the ground zero of Taipei’s culinary discovery, and lunchtime is when the neighborhood unleashes its hungry spirit. Kicking off at a Michelin-rated institution to witness the art of the fold, tackling the holy trinity of dim sum: xiǎo lóng bāo pork soup dumplings that burst with savory broth, juicy xiā shāomài prawn siew mai, and the golden crunch of a fried mantou bun. Witness the mesmerizing rhythm of the street-side masters slapping and swirling the dough of Taiwanese flaky scallion pancakes.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable