A certain smell hangs over the city of Taipei, a sort of pungent, musky odor that sinks into clothing, concrete and skin. Some liken it to rancid meat, others say it's akin to unpleasant bodily emissions, but to me it will always be the scent of culinary adventure (and the rewards of a good meal from an unexpected source).
The smell emanates from a delicacy indelicately known as 'stinky tofu', and is naturally on the menu (and in the air) at Island of Taiwan Restaurant, one of the relatively few Taiwanese eateries in the greater NYC region. Alongside the fore-mentioned aromatic dish are a number of national staples (stews, sausages, and savory pa-jun-like pancakes) that showcase Taiwan's culinary history, an amalgam of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean influences presented with its own unique flavor.
Even your nostrils aren't quite up to the stinky-tofu challenge - and believe me, its bark is worse than its bite... which is delicious - Island is definitely worth a visit to expand your gastronomic horizons, and chow down on some really tasty food.
6817 8th Ave
(between Ovington Ave & Bay Ridge Ave)
Brooklyn, NY 11220
Neighborhood: Dyker Heights
(718) 680-0033
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