The night market is an important facet of Asian lifestyle and this weeks 5 takes a look at some of Taiwan’s night markets. Ranging from a few tables on a sidewalk to closed off streets and purpose-built marketplaces, night markets are an essential part of Taiwan’s xiaochi (small eats) culinary culture.
In general, most night markets have a mixture of stalls with snack food, drinks, clothing, toys, games and entertainment. Staple foods abound, such as stinky tofu and oyster omelets, and there are almost always crowds of people strolling, shopping and eating.
Some night markets have achieved a level of fame that makes people travel long distances just to visit. Famous ones include Shilin and Raohe night markets in Taipei, Fenjia night market in Taichung, Liouhe in Kaohsiung, Miaukou in Keelung and Siaobei night market in Tainan.
At certain night markets, or at certain times of year, specialty foods are offered. During dragon boat festival, rice dumplings known as zongzi can be found at night markets everywhere.
For anyone living in or visiting Taiwan, a trip to a night market is a must and they can be found in all cities and towns.
Don’t forget to come back on Sunday for another photographer spotlight. Until then, feel free to share this post with family and friends.
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Craig Ferguson Images | Cultural Photography. One of the key aspects of life that we humans identify with is culture. We label people, places and events according to our ideas of what they are, ranging from the broader scale defined by tradition and place down to the small scale subcultures and tribes. Craig Ferguson Images is consistantly creating new visions in the field of cultural photography. From traditional festives and customs to modern, urban subcultures, Craig Ferguson Images is in touch with the changing world. From our base in Taipei, Taiwan we are perfectly positioned at the crossroads of the ancient and the modern.
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