Katrina and I continue to receive warm hospitality from the people we meet in Taiwan. Just recently we were invited by a couple of our new found friends to visit Taiwu Mountain, just above the village of Taiwu in Pingtung County. We spent the day sightseeing, touring an organic farm (which is something Katrina just lives for), visiting a local Spanish church and having lunch at wonderful bed & breakfast and restaurant.
The delightful meal was freshly prepared for just the four of us. It was made from fresh local meats and vegetables. The meal included a fresh pot of organic chicken soup with wild yams, which nourish the body and help with circulation. The individual platters contained fresh greens, handmade black pig sausage (which you wrap in fresh lettuce and onions), some gourds, and three different mullet stuffings wrapped in plant leaves. The last wrap I ate was a sweeten dessert that was out this world. Everything was so delicious that no seasoning was needed. I can still recall the aroma from the food. The meal came from their farm with a specialty brewed mullet wine to clean the pallet. The wine was sweet and refreshing.
After the meal, the owner took us on a tour of the different plants that grow on their farm and how she uses them for cooking. It was very educational and informative. She even took the time to point out some poisonous plants that look much like the healthy ones we eat. The place was picturesque and tranquil. I can only imagine how peaceful it is to sleep there and wake up in the morning to nature’s song in this tranquil setting.
I would definitely recommend renting a room, enjoying a meal and staying the night at the farm.
