Foodies, gather round! Did you know that the island of Taiwan’s street bites owe their light, sweet flair to migrants from Fujian province on the Chinese mainland? 👀
Starting in the Qing Dynasty, waves of people sailed over from Fujian – the biggest wave – and later from Guangdong. They carried with them Fuzhou cuisine, famous for its gentle, slightly sweet notes. In fact, Fuzhou food ranks among the Eight Great Cuisines of China! 🇨🇳🍽️
Fast forward to today, and you won’t spot Fuzhou stalls labeled as such. That’s because its flavors have been so fully embraced and adapted that they’re now inseparable from Taiwan’s own vibrant street food culture. Think of those bite-sized snacks and comforting bowls that balance sweetness with umami – yeah, that’s Fuzhou roots shining through! 🌟
So next time you’re munching on a scallion pancake or slurping up a bowl of beef noodle soup on a night market street, remember: you’re tasting a delicious slice of history that traveled from Fujian to the island of Taiwan. 😋
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
