Taiwanese Persimmon and Oolong Tea Ice Cream Wins Top Dessert Award

A unique collaboration between the National Palace Museum Southern Branch and the Fanlu Township Farmers' Association has resulted in an award-winning dessert. Their "Persimmon Fruit Ice Cream with Alishan Qingxin Oolong Tea" has been recognized at the second annual "500 Sweet" dessert competition, standing out among numerous entries for its distinctive flavor and local character. The ice cream's success highlights the innovative potential of combining regional specialties.

Zhao Xing-fang, Director-General of the Fanlu Township Farmers' Association, expressed delight at the recognition. She noted that the initial idea to pair Fanlu's signature persimmons with premium Alishan Qingxin Oolong tea was based on a simple belief that they would complement each other. The resulting fusion of rich persimmon flavor and the tea's delicate aroma proved to be a delightful surprise, earning the ice cream a coveted "1 Sweet" award. Zhao extended gratitude to the National Palace Museum Southern Branch and the Chiayi County Government's Agriculture Department for providing an excellent platform for collaboration and sales, allowing visitors to experience the local flavors of Chiayi and Fanlu while appreciating the museum's artifacts.

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Fanlu's specialty persimmons meet premium Alishan Qingxin Oolong tea. We initially just thought they would 'pair well.' We never expected the wonderful taste created by the collision of rich persimmon fruit and fragrant tea to directly reach the '500 Sweet' hall.

An enthusiastic social media manager from the Farmers' Association, affectionately known as "Persimmon Editor," shared personal anecdotes about visiting the museum with her children. She emphasized that a trip to Chiayi should encompass more than just a single attraction, given the region's natural beauty and culinary offerings. Beyond sampling the collaborative ice cream at the museum, she highly recommends a visit to the Farmers' Association's "Drink Ice Persimmon Tea" establishment. However, she cautioned that the popular "Persimmon Fruit Ice Cream" is produced in limited daily quantities, with a purchase limit of six per person, urging potential customers not to delay their visit.

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When arranging a deep tour of Chiayi, be sure not to schedule just a single attraction, because Chiayi has good mountains, good water, and rich cuisine.