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NTUC FairPrice Presents Taiwan Fair, Featuring over 40 Local Produce, Snacks and Novelties Enjoy local produce that are at the peak of their freshness as well as unique, delicious snacks

Even though there is currently no VTL to Taiwan, you can still travel to the country on your tastebuds! From 24 March to 6 April 2022, NTUC FairPrice will be hosting a Taiwan Fair, which will showcase over 40 local produce, delicacies, and snacks. Fans of Taiwanese novelties can enjoy convenient access to these products, which will be available across FairPrice outlets island-wide.

 

Product Unique Selling Point

Taiwan Custard Apple

Originating from Taitung, these apples have fewer seeds than their counterparts, smooth flesh, and a delightful sweetness. They are in season from November to March — every refreshingly juicy bite attests to their peak quality.

Taiwan Guava

Rich in vitamin C but low in calories and fat content, these guavas from Kaohsiung City make an ideal healthy snack. It is an abundant source of dietary fiber, so it keeps you full for a longer period. Enjoy their crunchy texture and sweet note.

Taiwan Pink Guava

Specially imported from Kaohsiung City, these pink guavas boast green skin and pink-hued flesh. They are rich in lycopene and vitamin C. Enjoy their crunchy and juicy bite!

 

Taiwan Sweet Dates (Jujube)

Succulent, crisp, and fleshy, these sweet dates are a superfood that packs vitamin C, calcium, fiber, and iron. The dates can help to strengthen the immune system, detoxify the body and improve digestion.

Taiwan Honey Murcott

In season from November to April and coming from Taichung City, these mandarins come with a thin, glossy peel and are sweet and juicy. Relish their sweetness and juiciness.

Local Produce
Emerald Milkfish Ball
The Emerald Milkfish Ball makes a great ingredient for soups or hotpots. Hailing from Kaohsiung, the bouncy balls are made with milkfish that are farmed in Taiwan.
Emerald Barramundi Filet
Farmed in a fishery in Kaohsiung, the Emerald Barramundi Filet (200g) boasts a delicate smell and a pronounced taste of freshness. Pan-sear it to golden-brown perfection and pair it with mesclun salad. It is also convenient for use in fish curry.
Taiwan 3-Colour Capsicum 台灣3色彩椒
Sweet and crunchy with a mild kick of spiciness, these capsicums are imported from Chiayi County. They can be pan-roasted, stir-fried, or used for salads or kebabs. They can also be stuffed with rice, cheese, vegetables, and even meat.
Taiwanese Carrot 台灣紅蘿蔔

Thicker and bigger than its counterparts, this carrot from Yunlin County is rich in beta-carotene and vitamin A. It is harvested from December to April. Its natural sweetness spruces up chicken soups. Julienne is to use for stir-frying with scrambled eggs.
Taiwanese Celery 台灣芹菜
A great source of vitamins A, B1, B2 and C, the celery 台灣芹菜 is imported from Yunlin County. Stir fry it with dried tofu, or even use it to make juice.
Sweet Potatoes 台灣地瓜
Looking to swap out potatoes for your dishes? These sweet potatoes from Changhua County are the perfect substitutes — they are rich in vitamins C and D and low in fat content. Make Chinese-style sweet potato soup, baked Japanese sweet potatoes, or western-inspired fries.
Enoki Mushroom 台灣金針菇

Hailing from Changhua County, the enoki mushroom 台灣金針菇 is rich in protein and vitamins B1, B2, and C. These mushrooms are great ingredients for stir-fry dishes as well as hotspots.

 

Snacks and Beverages

I-MEI WALNUT LONGAN THIN BAR 200G

Fragrant, sweet, and soft! These highly beloved traditional snacks come in two flavors: walnut date and walnut logan. Hitting the right note of sweetness, they are great accompaniments to be served with tea. Made with natural ingredients, each thin bar is uniquely shaped and is wrapped in edible wafer paper so it will not get stuck on your hand and teeth. Enjoy the interplay of the dried fruits’ sweetness and the walnut bits’ earthiness.

I-MEI Salted Green Peas 151G

 

This addictive snack comes in four flavors: salted green peas, wasabi, extra garlic, and mustard. Each pea is made with no artificial colorings, flavoring, or MSG. Crispy and savory, the peas are best accompanied with tea, soft drinks, and beer. It comes in a triangular pack for easy sharing with friends and family.

Tangshop Original Nougat with Biscuit 120g

 

These Original nougats with Biscuits combine delicate chewy nougats and fresh, crunchy milk biscuits. The milk biscuits are nestled in the nougat, and in each milk biscuit lies a nougat. It boasts a strong milk fragrance, and its contrasting notes of sweet and savory make it an interesting snack. The fragrant milk is made from carefully selected New Zealand milk powder and Japanese trehalose. The making of this handcrafted pastry is guided by the French Le Cordon Bleu and follows a strict SOP. Another flavor is the Pineapple Nougat with Biscuits. It comes with Taiwanese pineapple and boasts a subtle salted egg yolk hint. The aroma of the milk marries impeccably with the fruity fragrance of the pineapple pulp. This version is crunchy and chewy!

LIFE Asian Drinks 480ml





LIFE drinks are conveniently bottled and available in five tasty flavors: Red Sugar Cane & Water Chestnut Drink, Rock Sugar Starfruit Juice Drink, Red Date Tea, Chrysanthemum Tea with Wolfberries, Herbal Tea. These bottled drinks are 100% sourced, produced, and packed in Taiwan. No preservatives and artificial coloring are added.

○ Red Sugar Cane & Water Chestnut Drink: An all-time crowd-pleaser, this cooling beverage boasts a crisp taste and pleasant sweetness.

○ Rock Sugar Starfruit Juice Drink: Sweet, zesty, and blended to perfection, this offering brims with vitamin C.

○ Chrysanthemum Tea with Wolfberries: Made with 100% natural ingredients, this refreshing tea is brewed using a blend of whole chrysanthemum flowers and goji berries.

○ Herbal Tea: Endorsed with the Healthier Choice Symbol, this invigorating beverage has a delightful minty hint.

○ Red Date Tea: Relish the sweetness of the red dates — the drink is also packed with nutrients and antioxidants.

 

Ice Cream

Shaomei Brown Sugar Milk Tea Ice Cream

The all-time favorite bubble milk tea is now reimagined as ice cream! The ice cream comes with brown sugar-spiked rice flour mochi.

Shaomei Boba Matcha Latte Ice Cream

A great respite for a hot day! The earthiness of the matcha pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the brown sugar spiked rice flour mochi.

Shaomei Boba Black Tea Latte Ice Cream

Inspired by Taiwan’s famous red tea swirl, this ice cream is filled with QQ brown sugar-flavored pearls, which have a bouncy and chewy texture.

Meiji Ice Cream Cookie and Cream 

Made with rich and creamy milk, this offering comes with dark cocoa biscuits that add a surprising pop of crunch.

Meiji Ice Cream Matcha Latte

Savor the elegant combination of matcha and milk. Encased within the ice bar is a soft and smooth white jade filling.

Meiji Ice Cream Redbean and Condensed Milk

Hitting the right note of sweetness, this ice cream is made with Hokkaido red beans, condensed milk, fresh milk, and brown sugar syrup.   

 

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