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Taiwanese

Taiwanese Carnival Games

I have a soft spot for carnival games, especially the janky DIY kind found in tourist areas and night markets around Taiwan. [...]

Grandmothers and Great-Grandmothers

What was my favorite part of going to Taiwan? Visiting my 90 year old grandmothers and seeing my boys meet their great-grandmothers. [...]

We Might Be Ugly Americans

  This really happened. We were at a history park in Yilan County (sorry I can’t be more specific, I was doubled over with food poisoning most of the day), I heard their voices. “Where are [...]

Language in Taiwan: Mandarin Chinese, Taiwanese or English?

This week's installment of Taiwan Tuesday focuses on language in Taiwan. Whether it's in Mandarin, Taiwanese or English, communication reflects the beautiful island's complicated roots. [...]

Impressions from the Taiwanese Countryside

The first leg of our trip was like a journey back in time. Photos from Hualien and Taiwan's eastern coast. [...]

Reflections on My Childhood Trip to Taiwan

  In just a few days, my family will be boarding a plane for Taiwan. One of the reasons I really wanted to make this journey now, is that I’d like my boys to be able [...]

My Kids Were Begging to Go to Taiwanese Camp

They didn't want to go at first, but [...]

I’m in an Art Show! Hungry Ghost Exhibit in San Francisco

If you're in the Bay Area, check out this exhibit at the Thoreau Center in the Presidio, featuring 38 emerging Asian American women artists. [...]