Hsinchu City promotes duck meat food map, netizens criticize Kao Hung-an team for lack of diligence

A new "Duck Meat Food Map" launched by the Hsinchu City government, highlighting 19 local establishments specializing in duck dishes, has drawn criticism from netizens. The map, intended to promote the city's culinary heritage, has been accused of featuring businesses that have been closed for years, with some reportedly ceasing operations even before the current mayor, Kao Hung-an, took office. Critics argue that the city government's Cultural Affairs Bureau failed to conduct proper verification before releasing the information, potentially misleading both residents and tourists and damaging the reputation of businesses. Some netizens expressed disappointment, noting that their preferred or frequently visited duck eateries were not included, while questioning the data collection methods, suggesting a reliance on AI or insufficient on-site checks. They accused the administration of carelessness and wasting public resources by publishing inaccurate information. In response, the Cultural Affairs Bureau acknowledged that the map was created based on information gathered at a specific time and that business operations can change. They stated that they will conduct further checks and update the content to reflect the current situation, including potential business relocations, transformations, or closures.

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The city government's Cultural Affairs Bureau launched the 'Duck's Old City Delicacies' map, covering 19 Hsinchu City restaurants specializing in duck meat, including categories like duck noodles and duck rice, but netizens discovered that some restaurants had been closed for many years, questioning the Kao Hung-an administration's diligence.