What flavor do you like in Mushroom Grand View Garden?

        October is the mushroom season, including shiitake mushrooms, enoki mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, popular matsutake mushrooms for foodies, and truffles commonly found in top European and American cuisine, all of which are freshly served in autumn. Follow this episode of "Gourmet Column" and enter the "Mushroom Grand View Garden" to enjoy the good season of eating mushrooms.

        Most people think that mushrooms are vegetables, but in fact, shiitake mushrooms are a general term for the fleshy spore producing entities of large fungi. There are many types, including shiitake mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, matsutake mushrooms, truffles, beef liver mushrooms, etc. Their protein content is between that of meat and fruits and vegetables. They have low calories and can provide essential amino acids for the human body. They are not only a must eat delicacy in autumn, but also commonly seen in health dishes and slimming tips. Whether added to soup, stir fried, staple food or cooked to enhance flavor, they are all wonderful.

        Although mushrooms can be found all year round, they bloom in autumn with a unique aroma. They also contain polysaccharides, various trace elements, and antioxidants, making them rich in nutritional value. Their application scope covers the following three categories:

                As ingredients: such as shiitake mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, grass mushrooms, enoki mushrooms, matsutake mushrooms, truffles, and black fungus. Especially in Eastern cuisine, chefs often use dried shiitake mushrooms to enhance freshness or refine soup. In autumn, fresh shiitake mushrooms are often used for quick stir frying or added to soup to taste the crispy and fresh taste. When eating hotpot, it is also recommended to use mushrooms as the main ingredient to obtain the therapeutic effect of nourishing the body and qi. Japanese cuisine also often uses the seasonal treasure matsutake to cook earthenware rice or grilled rice, which has a unique flavor and is worth a try.

        Health value: Cordyceps sinensis has a well-known reputation in mainland China, while Japan prefers Brazilian mushrooms. In Taiwan's health food market, mushrooms such as Ganoderma lucidum have the largest market share. The Ministry of Agriculture provides guidance on the upgrading of the health food market and traditional industries, focusing on promoting projects such as Ganoderma lucidum, Brazilian shiitake mushrooms, and Ganoderma lucidum. By utilizing biotechnology fermentation processes, quantitatively produced edible and medicinal mushrooms will be developed into health food.

        Medical application: Members of medicinal fungi include Sanghuang, Poria cocos, etc. Among them, Sanghuang has been used in China for two thousand years, and the Forestry Bureau has also confirmed its health benefits. It is recognized that the pharmacological activity of genuine Sanghuang is superior to other similar species, and can be used for medical purposes in anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, and analgesic purposes. As for Poria cocos, which is one of the traditional Chinese medicines commonly used by Oriental people, has the effect of enhancing immunity. Poria cocos or traditional Dim sum poria cocos cake in Sishen soup can taste its delicious food.

        After getting a basic understanding of various mushroom knowledge, let's follow the food recommendations from Far Eastern Department Stores across Taiwan and have a taste buds date!

        Su Su is so refreshing

        01 Sure enough, "Hawaii Rice Mix - Three day Mushroom Mix"

        A brand new mixed rice themed dining area, offering a variety of bases, ingredients, specially made main ingredients and sauces, and toppings for customers to freely mix and create their own Poke Bowl. The main ingredient of mixed rice is "olive oil and shiitake mushrooms mixed with three day old seedlings". Stir fried shiitake mushrooms are briefly seasoned with pepper and salt, and then mixed with olive oil and three day old seedlings to enhance their nutritional value. The recommended price for a full meal is NTD588. Inquiry hotline: Far Eastern Department Stores Banqiao Zhongshan Branch, 11th floor, (02) 2956-2888.

        02 Vanilla Workshop "Baihui Mushroom Vegetarian Pot"

        The pot is filled with a variety of mushroom dishes and vegetarian hotpot ingredients, while the soup base includes signature lemongrass, classic Japanese kelp, fresh milk mushrooms, and spicy soup base, providing a satisfying experience for vegetarians. Suggested selling price NTD315, presenting Far Eastern Department Stores App membership, 10% service fee waived upon checkout. Inquiry hotline: B2 floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Tainan, (06) 200-4688.

        03 Hanlin Teahouse "Fresh Vegetable Mushroom Pot"

        Choose fresh and sweet vegetables such as red, yellow, and green from the season, and pair them with various mushrooms such as enoki mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms to taste refreshing and stress free, full of healthy and delicious flavors. Suggested selling price NTD498. Inquiry hotline: 9th floor, Far Eastern Department Stores Taoyuan, (03) 347-3159; B2 floor, Far Eastern Department Stores Zhubei Branch, (03) 658-0679; 8th floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Hsinchu, (03) 523-1372; South Building, 11th Floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Taichung City, (04) 2255-7269.

                【 A pot of satisfaction 】

        04 Tofu Village "Mushroom Clam Tofu Pot"

        In order to provide customers with a taste that is closest to traditional Korean cuisine, Tofu Village uses non genetically modified soybeans to make daily limited edition tofu, and repeatedly experiments to find the most suitable combination with "Tai Geng No. 9 White Rice", creating a unique tender tofu pot, paired with fragrant and nutritious shiitake mushrooms, and flavored with traditional Korean hometown formula made chili sauce. Suggested selling price NTD329. Inquiry hotline: South Building, 12th Floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Taichung City, (04) 2254-9895.

        05 Hanlin Teahouse "Mushroom Chicken Pot"

        Chicken is rich in protein, while shiitake mushrooms contain minerals, vitamin D, amino acids, and other nutrients. Shiitake mushroom chicken soup has the effects of nourishing the liver and kidneys, strengthening the spleen and stomach, nourishing qi and blood, and beautifying the skin. It can also nourish the body and increase physical strength. Suggested selling price NTD548, Far Eastern exclusive 10% discount. Inquiry hotline: 9th floor, Far Eastern Department Stores Taoyuan, (03) 347-3159; B2 floor, Far Eastern Department Stores Zhubei Branch, (03) 658-0679; 8th floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Hsinchu, (03) 523-1372; South Building, 11th Floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Taichung City, (04) 2255-7269.

                [with exotic flavors]

        06 Caf é Grazie Italian House Gourajue "Green Sauce Wild Mushroom Nut Sesame Leaf Pizza"

        A naturally fermented thin handmade cake skin, coated with a fragrant exclusive green sauce, and then stir fried with various fresh mushrooms as ingredients, topped with crisp walnuts, creating a perfect combination of color, aroma, and taste. Suggested selling price NTD230. Inquiry hotline: Far Eastern Department Stores, located on the B1 floor of Chiayi store, (05) 236-0337; Far Eastern Department Stores, located on the 12th floor of Kaohsiung store, (07) 536-1390.

        07 LE BLE D'OR "Truffle Wild Mushroom Stewed Rice"

        The sauce is made by mixing truffle sauce and truffle oil, pouring in rice grains, and then simmering with various wild mushrooms such as turquoise mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, and shiitake mushrooms over low heat. Finally, sprinkle with Hawaiian nuts, which are rich and smooth, satisfying every bite. Suggested selling price for two people is NTD480. Inquiry hotline: 9th floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Banqiao, (02) 7738-5911.

        08 Woosa "Truffle Mushroom Fried Dough Twists Noodles"

        The perfect fusion of the elegant aroma of truffles and the natural deliciousness of wild mushrooms is irresistible. The noodles are smooth and soft, and the rich aroma of cream sauce complements the unique flavor of truffles. Each bite can taste different layers and details; Gently open the hot spring egg and let the golden waterfall flow into it, bringing a full sense of happiness in autumn. Suggested selling price NTD340. Inquiry hotline: North Building, 3rd Floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Taichung City, (04) 2254-4526.

                A simple bowl of noodles

        09 Iron Plate Dynasty "Hundred Mushroom Braised Noodles"

        The shop uses a soup base made from vegetables and pork bones, which is fresh, sweet, and delicious. It is paired with a variety of fresh mushrooms and meat slices, making it simple yet delicious. Suggested selling price NTD160. Inquiry hotline: B2 floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Tainan, 0966-715177.

        10 Caf é Grazie Italian House "Fresh Vegetable Wild Mushroom Italian Round Noodles"

        Using a large amount of vegetables and mushrooms, high fiber and nutritious, combined with stir frying method for cooking, refreshing and not greasy, can best enjoy the original fresh and sweet taste of the ingredients. Suggested selling price NTD190. Inquiry hotline: Far Eastern Department Stores, located on the B1 floor of Chiayi store, (05) 236-0337; 12th floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Kaohsiung, (07) 536-1390.

                【 Health Care Selection Here 】

        11 Chang Gung Biotechnology's "Lingzhi for Health Preservation"

        Selecting pure Ganoderma lucidum strains and natural Ganoderma lucidum spores, advanced fermentation technology is used to cultivate high-quality Ganoderma lucidum mycelium, which contains abundant Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides. Then, using unique continuous wall breaking and ultra microencapsulation technology, it completely releases Ganoderma triterpenoids, polysaccharides and other ingredients, making it easy for the human body to absorb. It is a top-quality product for nourishing and strengthening the body, regulating and maintaining health. The recommended selling price for 60 pills is NTD550. Inquiry hotline: B1 floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Banqiao, (02) 8964-1620; B1 floor, Far Eastern Department Stores, Hsinchu, (03) 523-2035.

        12 Peiyuan Tang "Golden Cordyceps Tea"

        Cordyceps was first discovered in mainland China in 1958. After classification and identification, it belongs to the same genus as Cordyceps. Due to its different parasitic bacteria, it contains 16 amino acids and Cordycepin, which is higher than that of Cordyceps. Golden Cordyceps Tea "blends goji berries and red dates in a golden ratio, making the tea soup gentle and nourishing for health. Suggested selling price NTD2680, Far Eastern exclusive discounted price NTD1800. Contact hotline: Far Eastern Department Stores Taoyuan B1, 0981-343-583.

        13 Qiqijia "Su Di Ji Jing Gift Box"

        Adhere to real food materials, without artificial additives or chemical essence, it is a natural daily supplement of pure plants, with mellow taste. Carefully select 10 types of fresh mushrooms and extract their precious polysaccharides with high technology, just like dripping chicken essence to absorb amino acids, which can supplement the nutritional components of vegetarians or meat lovers. Contains 3 doses of red date drink and 3 doses of vitality drink, each pack is 50ml, recommended price NTD799. Inquiry hotline: Far Eastern Department Stores Hualien Branch, B1 Floor, (03) 835-5588 # 8860.

                Note: The "discounted price" requires the presentation of a group employee identification card, and an additional 10% service fee will be charged for internal use. The period is until October 31, 2024.

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