logo
episode-header-image
Mar 2024
11m 2s

Intermediate | Taipei

ChinesePod LLC
About this episode

Oysters, rumored to have aphrodisiac qualities, have certainly inspired passion in many a Taipei night market nosher. The famed 'oyster omelet'--an unlikely marriage of eggs and shellfish--can be first on your checklist of the what's what to eat in Taipei. In this lesson, learn in Mandarin Chinese about a few more things that Taipei dwellers sometimes forget to mention about their city--street side culinary delights and beyond. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0889

Up next
Oct 9
Upper-intermediate | Hong Kong-Macao Travel Permit
“One country, two systems.” Hong Kong and Macao are now part of China, but they have their own culture and political systems separate from Mainland China. In some respects, going there is like going to a different country. This is especially true for Mainland Chinese who want to ... Show More
17m 26s
Oct 7
Intermediate | Networking Event
What young professional can resist a networking event? Well, it might be a bit easier to resist if you have no clue what to say to meet people. In this Chinese lesson, learn how to chat up another professional and make some of those all-important human connections. Episode link: ... Show More
18m 8s
Oct 5
Upper-intermediate | Activities on Douban
Facebook is blocked in China, so it's not used by most Chinese for socializing and organizing events. For organizing events, especially for the young Chinese artsy crowd, the place to go is Douban. Here you can find information on events as well as book reviews, movie reviews and ... Show More
14m 49s
Recommended Episodes
Aug 2024
Elementary | Hungry Traveler: Taiwan
<p>Taiwan deserves its reputation as Foodie Heaven. In today&#39;s podcast, we&#39;ll talk in Chinese about some Taiwanese specialties. Learning Mandarin is much more fun on a full stomach. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1161</p> 
15m 27s
Nov 2025
Life in Busy Taipei- Feeling Connected Through Food and People 繁忙的臺北生活:從食物與人找到共鳴與連結
🍂 Watch HERE and learn real conversation at a Taiwan night market. As I mentioned in this episode, a vendor complimented my husband’s beard and that’s how conversations often start in Taiwan!)Thank you again for all of your encouraging messages and helping me share the video. It ... Show More
20m 41s
Jan 2025
Elementary | Not Cooked Enough
<p>When you travel in China, you're sure to encounter some unusual cuisine. Today's Mandarin podcast is about a peculiar and popular dish: drunken shrimp. Listen to this podcast and learn all about this culinary wonder. Yes, it is exactly what it sounds like. Episode link: https: ... Show More
13m 59s
Mar 2019
5. “Kàn qǐlái tǐng měiwèi de yàngzi."
In this episode you'll learn everything you need to know to do Beginner Mandarin Chinese: Conversation 5 at https://funandfree.fluencyfix.com/?p=86. Topic: Describing food A: Nà biān nàgè shì shénme? B: Nà shì zhào shāo jī. A: Kàn qǐlái tǐng měiwèi de yàngzi B: Zǒu ba. Qù cháng c ... Show More
7m 42s
Mar 2018
Street Food, Nightmarkets - 2-Ningxia Nightmarket-Taiwanese Classic Street Food
Th https://www.patreon.com/FarEastAdventureTravel Become a patron of Far East Adventure Travel podcasts, videos, and livestreaming from Asia. $10/month goes along way to help with travel and production costs. Visit my Patreon page to see all of the offers. Sign up and get exlusiv ... Show More
34m 54s
Sep 2024
Elementary | Hungry Traveler: Dongbei
<p>Northeastern Chinese are known for their hearty appetites and hilarious accents. In today&#39;s Mandarin podcast, let&#39;s look at a few specialties from China&#39;s northeast. Learn how to talk in Mandarin about the cooking and culture of China&#39;s Rustbelt. Episode link: ... Show More
18m 55s
Jul 2024
Elementary | Hungry Traveler: Macao
<p>When you mix a Portuguese bun with a Chinese egg roll, what do you get? Is there any hope of a compatible union for these two unlikely partners in calories? This edition of the Hungry Traveler takes us to the shores of Macao. The Las Vegas of China, where one can only hope to ... Show More
12m 15s
Nov 2022
316 - Street Food in Chinese with ShaoLan and Singer & Musician Robin Mitchell
“Street food” culture in mainland China and Taiwan is definitely something to be appreciated! With a huge variety of snacks available and with every local market having its own character and unique specialities, be ready for the adventure and learn the word for “street food” in C ... Show More
9m 16s
Sep 2023
Radio EP3│Story-telling: OH NO! My bluetooth earbuds fell into a street gutter (Unforgettable Day in Taipei)
✩ Want to learn natural Taiwanese Mandarin and expand your vocabulary fast? Study the transcripts (zhuyin+pinyin) with English translation 👉 Join elephant mountain class ❤ https://patreon.com/MandarinWithMissLin?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creators ... Show More
16m 59s
Sep 2024
Elementary | Hungry Traveler: Shanghai
<p>Our Hungry Traveler series is taking us to the Pearl of the Orient today. Join us as we explore some of the delicacies that make Shanghai&#39;s food so special. We&#39;re covering two essential street-side snacks! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1397</p> 
19m 57s