Dining
Wontons
Wontons are a traditional specialty in Hualien and Hualien's wontons are very famous throughout Taiwan. Some of local specialized restaurants have a long history and serve very delicious wontons. Most Taiwanese people love wontons and know that Hualien is best for them. When you come to visit Hualien City, it is recommended to have a meal of wonton soup noodles.
Muajis
Muajis in Hualien are sticky and very chewy snack made of glutinous rice with sweet stuffing. When you come across a souvenir store in Hualien City, you will likely find variety of muajis on the shelves. Usually stores sell many delicious flavors, including peanut, red bean, green tea, and many more. Remember to bring one or two bags home to share this delicious snack with your friends.
Hualien Sweet Potato
This delicious snack is made from purely sweet potatoes, which were grown on the local farms. The sweet potato would be mashed, and then it would be baked to become what is a famous snack in Hualien. Today, the Hualien sweet potato would often be mixed with flour and other ingredients to produce a better taste and appearance. It is worth a try to taste the healthy snack.
Nanbin Night Market
As the biggest night market in Hualien and located in Nanbin Park by the sea shore, Nanbin Night Market is full of famous Taiwanese snacks. These snacks are grilled corns, steaks, hot pots, salt pepper chicken, Taiwanese meat balls, stinky tofu. Also, it is beside the sea, there are many seafood restaurants serving fresh seafood cuisines.