Yang's Ice Shop: The Creamy Texture That Delights Even Foreigners

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In a historic ice shop in Ximen Town, the creamy texture of the peanut ice cream is truly enticing. The shop also offers the rarely seen corn ice, which is hard to come by in Taipei. With the first bite, the aroma of corn greets your senses, followed by an unusual salty flavor that is seldom found in frozen treats, and finally, a sweet taste that emerges from the combination of corn and sugar. This item, introduced in the 1970s, has transcended time and continues to touch the hearts of many.
In the 1950s, during a time of scarcity and hardship, Yang's grandfather explored various jobs, even selling magnolia flowers. Eventually, he decided to venture into the "cold drink" business, and thus, Yang's Ice Shop was born in Dadaocheng before relocating to Ximen Town, where it established its roots. Officially opened in 1960 and having lasted for 62 years, the shop is now run by the third generation of the Yang family.
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