My parents were in town for the last two days, in transit for their business trip to TPE and I was very happy to meet up with them. Mom suggested that we have lunch at Central, a HK-style 茶餐廳 'coffeeshop' inside Takashimaya. Eating with my family is one of my favourite activities because my dad is quite the foodie, plus getting together with them is a somewhat rare treat for me, so I always enjoy this tremendously.


Studying the menu.


Mom wanted to try this 肉鬆千層豆腐 (Tofu w/ Pork Floss). This was yum-o! The tofu was served cold, which really hit the spot on a humid warm afternoon.


Deep-fried Intestines. :9~


XO Sauce Rice Crepes (XO醬腸粉).


Dad's Satay Beef Noodles. He said the accompanying soup was flavourful.


Mom's Spicy Beef Fried Rice Noodles (火爆乾炒牛河).


Red Dates and Longan Iced Drink.


After lunch, we walked around in the area a bit, strolled into Cold Storage where Dad started hovering around this table with an array of fresh durians. It is the peak season for durians at the moment and these looked rather attractive to him. Various varieties, priced from $38 to $10.


He was particularly interested in these Super Mountain King durians,  priced at $38 per pack (the most expensive variety). But in the end he didn't get any, not sure why. I am not really into durians; I don't mind the smell nor taste, and I find some desserts/pastries with durian flavours quite enjoyable. It's just not something that I'd automatically reach out for when I see them, unlike say, persimmons or dragonfruits (which I love eating).


Another two varieties of the durians on display. I thought their names are interesting. :P