Datong District, Taipei City｜Yejia Meat Porridge

Yejia Meat Porridge is the epitome of ultimate breakfast and comfort food. The warm, piping bowl of meat porridge, paired with deep-fried savory meat, is a satisfying delight. For the meat selection, I highly recommend the shrimp and char siu pork options. Their service can be a little confusing, but to simply put it - just order from the stall and the staff will readily assist you in finding a table. This place is a must-visit for a hearty and comforting start to your day.

I imagine a perfect day starts like this. Slurp into a hot bowl of pork porridge (infused with flavours from shallot and radish), accompanied by well-seasoned, lightly-battered deep-fried pork and squid that are not greasy. Soak in the atmosphere of an open-air eatery in front of a temple, while the morning cool breeze of winter gently caresses your face. One of the best breakfast experiences in Taiwan. I was here at 930 and the place wasn't that busy yet. Please be mindful to choose tables belonging to the right food stalls. The tables of this stall have a bottle of pepper on them.

Perennial favourite rice porridge in front of the temple. Other well known and loved dishes include fried pork belly, fried pork liver, and other assorted seafood. If you come during prime meal time be prepared for a wait. But it’s well worth it!