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Wine was once the domain of France; yet who could have predicted that Taiwan—a relatively small island in Asia—would burst onto the scene, producing two world-champion-caliber wines within just three years? Photo source: Unsplash)

Dried meat, commonly known as bakkwa in Hokkien or jerky in English, refers to meat—typically pork or beef—that has been marinated and dehydrated. Historically, dried meat served as a means of food preservation; Confucius's students even brought shuxiu (a classical Chinese term for ten strips of dried meat) as a respectful gift when visiting their teacher. Today, thanks to advances in food processing technology and improved living standards, people enjoy it as a snack or protein supplement.

Whether fresh fruit, processed goods, or pineapple cakes, Taiwanese pineapples are conquering global markets with their distinctive flavor. Originally from tropical South America, pineapples arrived in Taiwan via China during the late Kangxi era of the Qing Dynasty—over 300 years ago. In Taiwanese Hokkien, pineapple sounds like ong-lai, meaning prosperity and thriving business, making it an auspicious symbol.