Michelin at a Market? Omakase Made with Local Produce | Veggie Island Ep. 7-2

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The Borage offers plant-based cuisine with a seasonal set menu built on local produce, fine dining, and Western cooking techniques. The restaurant was selected for the Michelin Guide in 2026 despite its small hawker-style setup. Chef-owner Austin brings a creative touch to every dish, layering delicate flavors into colorful plates like quinoa baby corns, cantaloupe gazpacho, kale risotto, napa cabbage pasta, and pumpkin seed ice cream. This hidden gem sits inside Yancheng First Public Retail Market, a space with over 70 years of history. The market has recently become a popular destination, drawing a younger crowd with its mix of self-service shops, eco-friendly boutiques, and vegan eateries, all wrapped in a distinctly Taiwanese vibe. Next time you’re in Kaohsiung, swing by the city’s most unexpected fine dining spot for an unforgettable experience. Hungry for more? If you’re curious about Taiwan’s vegetarian and vegan food scene, “Veggie Island” has you covered! Taiwan is a true vegetarian paradise, offering countless vegetarian-friendly options for those enjoying a plant-based, vegetarian or vegan lifestyle. Are you veggie-curious? Tune in and veg out with host Sharon Kwan as she explores the diverse and flavorful world of Taiwan’s vegetarian cuisines! 🌱

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If you want to learn more about the vegetarian and vegan food scene in Taiwan, Veggie Island has you covered! Taiwan is truly a vegetarian paradise, offering countless vegetarian-friendly options for those enjoying a plant-based, vegetarian, or vegan lifestyle.