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Miniature Museum Of Taiwan (袖珍博物館 Miniature Museum Of Taiwan), Taipei
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Miniature Museum Of Taiwan (袖珍博物館 Miniature Museum Of Taiwan), Taipei

Random photos of my Taiwan trip. Lots of first for me even though I’ve been here many times. Lots of lasting memories of my past. Saw my grandparents home in Tainan. My old apartment in Taipei. My old apartment in Shanghai, too. The Apple Store and Xiaomi store in the xinyi district. Lots of trains and stations. I hope to return again sooner than this last time of 10 years. Last of all, it was great to see old friends and to make new memories with them. . . .

Museum as Retail Space, Los Angeles
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Museum as Retail Space, Los Angeles

There is a park in honor of a Chinese general named Zheng Chenggong, Prince of Yanping - 鄭成功. He is of significance to me and family personally since our family immigrated from China with him back in the 1640’s or so. This time when I visited my relatives in Hualien, my cousin mentioned that she had our family tree. I’d like to take a look and see our history. So, this statue is the largest statue in China depicting historical figure. It was built on a natural forming stone structure in the bay of Xiamen. Very interesting to visit and see. Glad I went. . . .

Snacking on Piano Island, Gulangyu
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Snacking on Piano Island, Gulangyu

I had a cool interaction with the chef of the little restaurant. I was going to buy a small bottle of gaoliang and I asked him to drink with me if I got it, for only 40 RMB. He looked tempted but he politely declined. Later we shared a cigarette and chatted about how his boss won’t then drink on the job and how he is friendly with everyone including foreigners, like me. I do get stares since I am a bit taller and bigger than most locals, especially now with a shaved head. But once you get a chance to chat with local purveyors everyone seems friendly. . . .

小埕戏, Xiamen
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小埕戏, Xiamen

小埕戏 is one of the best design restaurants that I have ever been to. Amazing views, excellent blend of modern and traditional Chinese dining furnishings, and indoor, yet outdoor feel with a retractable roof. Fully impressed by this restaurant, and I’ve been to a lot of eateries. The food was traditional Xiamenese food featuring duck, fish, and vegetables, which reminded me of Taiwanese cooking. My ex coworkers also said the restrooms and the views were also impressive. The private rooms also feature great views. And lastly check out that cabinet full of Mao Tai!! . . .

Shin Yeh Taiwanese Cuisine (欣葉), Taipei
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Shin Yeh Taiwanese Cuisine (欣葉), Taipei

Northern Chinese Cuisine tonight on a rainy day. This famous restaurant has been around since the 1940’s and hosted dinners with dignitaries, like George H. W. Bush. They have the traditional cauldron smoke stack hot pot for beef or lamb. They have the sliced pork with baked sesame bread, and they also have their famous dry noodles. I enjoyed their pickled cabbage and pork soup. Great place to first visited about 15 years ago. . . .

Legacy Taipei, Taipei
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Legacy Taipei, Taipei

Taipei DangDai art & ideas. Got to check out the Taipei art show. Taiwanese artist with artists from around the world including Japan, Europe and Africa. Galleries were also from around the world, too. I enjoy and appreciate art. Wish I had more time to really study and understand contemporary artists and their inspirations. I hope to find artists and their works that really connect with me. For me, design is important, but I feel the story behind the works might be even more significant to me. . . .

Old Favorite Restaurant, Taipei
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Old Favorite Restaurant, Taipei

Lunch at an old favorite with an old friend. I usually go here at least once every time I’m in Taipei. I realize I should have stopped by the one in Tainan - my mistake. My friend and I walked here from their tea shop through the underground shopping mall - Zhongshan Metro Mall. I used to live across the street from the Ming Yao mall in the 90’s. And also lived on Yanji street, about a 5 min walk away. I have always enjoyed the East District 東區. I would also bring family and friends here, too. . . .