chilli crab kitchen: March 2013

台北遊: 樱花篇 Sakura Sakura

Cherry blossoms, cherry blossoms,
In fields and villages
As far as you can see.
Is it a mist, or clouds?
Fragrant in the morning sun.
Cherry blossoms, cherry blossoms,
Flowers in full bloom.

After spending a few hours in Danshui, it was time to head back to the hotel. "Just one last photo of the Danshui Bus Station", I told myself.

And then I spotted this

Which drew me to this

Would you have resisted?

I've been to Taipei twice before, both times during summer. Both times, I was in Danshui but lasted no more than two hours each time because of the unbearable heat. Today, I returned to Danshui for the third time to enjoy it to the fullest. It had been raining the day before and the weather was great for walking, though it would've been even better if the sun wasn't hiding behind the clouds all the time.

There are times that I do enjoy travelling alone, at snail pace and really taking in the sights.

I think old streets and old buildings are extremely charming.

I love the history that accompanies every Old Street

The story behind every building

Where the old embraces the new

Time for lunch :)

Exploring further

1932 Gothic-style church 淡水礼拜堂

Leave behind the hustle and bustle of the Old Street and you'll discover Danshui's quiet and laid back side.

台北遊: 國際烘焙展篇(2) TIBS Part 2

2013 Taipei International Bakery Show - Cake Decorating Competition. I couldn't very well upload them all so here are just some of the what I think are the best entries.

Sakura Sakura 樱花树下