As the winner of a tourism promotional event organized by the travel section of sina.com.cn, a well-known blogger who goes by the online name "the_air" embarked on an eight-day trip around Taiwan. Let's follow him through his journal updates.

There are certain types of food you should not miss when visiting Hsimenting, the most prosperous business and entertainment district in Taipei.

First on the list is goose meat. Although it's only 4 p.m., this small restaurant is fully packed with diners, most of whom are locals. Chefs dressed in scarlet uniforms are busy preparing the meat.[Photo/CRIENGLISH.com]

Goose meat is soft and succulent. But what makes the taste so unique is the sauce made from a secret family recipe.[Photo/CRIENGLISH.com]