Taipei Trip Day 4

We woke up to a rainy morning, reluctant to leave bed. The weather was cool and that probably cause some students to oversleep. By the way, if you haven't been following the blog, we checked into Taipei's Ferrary Hotel the night before and the hotel is 7 minutes drive to Xi Men Ting (known for the wide variety of fashion apparels).

Breakfast was great at the hotel. Taiwanese food at its best with the tender minced meat, poached eggs, succulent noodles, toasted bread and many more delicious food.

A sneak peak of the breakfast I had, and this was only the first round!

Next on the itinerary was to Jinwen University of Science and Technology. We were welcomed by an opening speech and exciting tour around their hospitality faculty. 

Just look at one of their facilities there! A simulation of a plane on board. There were many other facilities as well such as the different accommodations and suites which are used to train their hospitality students. A vision for SOH to consider.

A group photo with all the professors, facilitators and students. An inquisitive trip indeed!

We set for lunch with a hour of bus ride and HELLO to Hello Kitty Theme Cafe.

 

  

Presentation of food: Excellent (Unique)
Food Quality: Excellent (Served warmed with fulfilling taste)
Ambiance: Excellent (Design, backdrop & culinary all suited to Hello Kitty Theme)

Overall Grade: A

It was satisfying and great experience!

Thanks to Ms Irene Low, Mr Lee Wei, Mr Chris Quah and Ms Karen Wong for the dessert! If not for them, you wouldn't see that pink Hello Kitty on our plate! 

Coincidentally, it's teachers' day in Taiwan and some students did cards for the facilitators.

Headed to Chuifen Village after lunch.

Similar to our Chinatown but even more things to offer. Taiwanese food, cakes, ornaments and apparels. Unfortunately, in the midst of exploring, we were overwhelmed by a mini typhoon. Strong winds and drizzles were blowing our skin and hair off as though we were jumping from a 100th floor building. Of course, we frantically met up and headed back to the bus.

Finally, our last stop before heading back for a night rest, Shi Lin Night Market (known for the famous deep fried juicy chicken breast, smelly tofu, pearl milk tea and many affordable up to date fashion apparels). Sadly to say, we couldn't capture the moments because the beating rain deterred many to bring our their cameras. No one came back empty handed and were seeking opportunities to further explore the market. Who knows, there might be another trip back tomorrow night?

Till then, stay tuned for more updates!