Mind on Design: Interview with Pinkoi Founder Peter Yen
What's the perfect follow-up job for a former start-up wunderkind with a degree in computer science and a love for all things Anthropologie? So lay the predicament of Peter Yen, one of the founders of Pinkoi.com, a Taiwanese site aiming to present good design, made by Asian designers to the very same Asian market. Peter Yen, in his Silicon Valley days, headed up the development of Yahoo! Answers, so it wasn't too hard to think of a solution: move back to Taipei, and start a company that promoted his passion for design. After graduating from National Taiwan University with a degree in Computer Science, Peter worked in the start-up world in Silicon Valley for four years, where he met many designers and creative types through his position at Yahoo!. "Everyone had different interests and talents apart from work," mused Peter. "I worked with the Flickr team and other innovative, creative people, and I... more
RSVP: Taipei543 Lady’s Night Specials at Stream 12/12
Ladies - love champagne? The bubbly will be flowing all night (well, until 1am) at Stream Restaurant & Lounge at their Winter Wonderland / Lady's Night event on December 12. All you have to do is RSVP with us below and you'll get to drink for free -- sorry guys, girls only for this one! Instead, the first 50 guys who RSVP with 543 will get one free shot! Stream is one of our favorite spots to down some yummy drinks in a cool sleek space, while taking in the gorgeous view of 101 right next door. Read our full review here. Winter Wonderland / Lady's Night Date: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 Time: 10pm-1am Venue: Stream Restaurant & Lounge RSVP below for all-you-can-drink champagne before 1am for girls. Photos courtesy of Stream Restaurant & Lounge Facebook page. **The guest list has been closed**
GIVEAWAY: Frozen Yogurt from Yofroyo
In the mood for frozen yogurt? Yofroyo has some new flavors and yummy concoctions that are a must-try. For this week's giveaway, we're offering two medium size yogurts from Yofroyo's Dunnan location. The two winners will get to choose one of the three following flavors: Oolong Tea Frozen Yogurt, Garden Tea Party, and Misty Dream. Take a look at some of the delicious toppings below. To learn more about Yofroyo, read our interview with founder Allen Loh. Enter your information below for a chance to win! We'll be drawing two winners at random.
GIVEAWAY: California Burritos from Macho Tacos
We know good Mexican food is hard to come by in Taipei. But lucky for all of us, Macho Tacos saves the day with their selection of tacos, chimichangas, quesadillas, and of course burritos. California burritos, to be exact. French fries, meat, cheese - what could be better? If you either love what Macho Tacos has to offer, or have been itching to try out - here's your chance to win a free California burrito. Just enter your information below and be entered to win. We'll be choosing two winners at random and announcing it on our Facebook page on Friday. Learn more about Macho Tacos in our feature of the "fresh-mex" restaurant here.
GIVEAWAY: Red Velvet Cake from DOLCE
Red velvet cake is a favorite American dessert, and thanks to Dolce, those in Taipei can now indulge in its sweet deliciousness too. Dolce's version includes three layers of cake with a handmade whipped cream between each layer, topped with a generous scoop of ice cream and pecan cookie crumbles. Trust us, it's pretty amazing. But if you'd like to try it for yourself, here's your chance! Enter below for your chance to win a free cake.
GIVEAWAY: BMW Sushi Rolls from N.C.I.S.
When we're in the mood for sushi, nothing hits the spot better than the creatively delicious rolls from N.C.I.S. (Northern California Inspired Sushi). The Western-style sushi here ranges from the battered and deep-fried variety, to rolls containing unlikely ingredients such as cream cheese and pico de gallo. If you're itching to try out the innovative sushi here, you're in luck! We're giving away BMW rolls to two lucky readers. This roll is made of crispy shrimp and crab salad, topped with avocado and fresh salmon and served with a caramelized miso sauce. Definitely one of our favorites! Sign up below to be entered to win. We'll be announcing the winners on our Facebook Page this Friday. Good luck! And don't forget to check out our post on N.C.I.S. from a few months back to see what other yummy creations this sushi joint serves up!
GIVEAWAY: Akufuncture Jeremy Lin Monkey King T-Shirts
If you've got Jeremy Lin fever like we do, then you need this t-shirt from Akufuncture in your life. Featuring a Monkey King graphic (he's decked out in JLin's old New York Knicks gear!), it's a must-have for any fan. Right now we're giving away both the Jeremy Lin Monkey King shirt and the TMDG shirt (can you read what it says?) to two lucky people. Just fill out the form below to enter to win! We'll be choosing a winner at random and announcing it on our Facebook page this Friday, so don't forget to check back! Akufuncture is a US-based apparel brand that draws inspiration from Chinese culture. Past designs include . Our personal favorite? This shirt featuring Taiwan's beautiful scenery, complete with a prominent view of 101 of course. Check out our interview with founder Sam Wang here to learn more.
Retro Throwback:Tingba Lounge x Harlem’s Music Program
Ximending has always been an integral part in Taipei's cultural background. It's been a hangout spot for generations, and is still seen as one of the city's busiest tourist destinations. For some of us who have been living in Taipei for a while, the idea of visiting Ximending for drinks with friends perhaps isn't on the top of our list; all of this, however, has been changed with Amba Hotel's (see our review of the trendy boutique hotel here) newly introduced music event. In partnership with Taiwanese musician extraordinare, Harlem Yu (哈林), Tingba Lounge Bar has created a totally dynamic way of spending your Friday and Saturday nights. So what do you get when you put one of Taipei's swankiest lounges with a sage musical genius? Tingba's newest collaboration with Harlem's Music Program. The goal of Tingba's newest offerings is dissected into three parts. Firstly, the lounge strives to emphasize three different types of music... more
