觀展結束，部分會員緊接著再去拼一場「大美不言」；有些則是到「故宮晶華」享用午餐。天公作美，美食與精神饗宴都品嚐到了。 The two most popular recent exhibitions at the National Palace Museum are, undoubtedly, The Splendor of Dream of the Red Chamber and Beauty Speaks for Itself.
On November 6, we had the pleasure of viewing both exhibitions. The Red Chamber tour, led by Museum Docent Liang Bailing, was fascinating and rich in historical insight.
After the tour, some members continued on to Beauty Speaks for Itself, while others enjoyed lunch at the Silks Palace restaurant. With comfortable weather, we enjoyed both a feast for the senses and a culinary delight.
What an incredible day exploring the Taipei Performing Arts Center, one of the unique new landmarks in Taipei! 🌧️ Despite the rainy weather, our group’s enthusiasm made the experience truly unforgettable. The remarkable architecture left us in awe, and we even had the chance to enjoy an amazing VR experience! The 3D realistic show gave us a fascinating glimpse into how this architectural masterpiece was built. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us today! 🙌 We hope you’ll share these great memories with your family and friends.
Explore Taipei’s new landmark. The Taipei Performing Arts Center in Shilin District. Designed by renowned architects David Gianotten and Rem Koolhaas, this striking building combines cube, globe, and trapezoid shapes. After 12 years of construction, it opened in July 2022 and was named “Building of the Year 2023” by the Archello Awards jury. Our guided tour will take you through the Spherical Globe Playhouse, Grand Theatre, and the experimental Blue Box, showcasing how each space can be used individually or combined into a Super Theatre. We’ll end with a 15-minute VR video of the design and construction process. Details: Date & Time: Oct 23rd, 2024. 9:40 am. The tour begins at 10:00 am. Meeting point: Jiantan MRT Station (Exit 3) Cost: $300 (includes guided tour and VR session). Payment is collected at the meeting point. Optional lunch at ACME Café Bar Restaurant (reservation required). Sign up: https://forms.gle/werLFtyJyyNbjsn9A
What an incredible day at the Kuo Yuan Ye Cake and Pastry Museum! We had so much fun diving into Taiwanese traditions and making delicious pineapple cakes from scratch. Everyone put in their best effort, and the results were amazing—nothing beats a treat fresh from the oven! A big thank you to everyone who joined us! Be sure to share your handmade pineapple cakes with your loved ones.
Join us on Wednesday, September 4th, for a visit to Kuo Yuan Ye, a renowned pastry establishment with over 100 years of history. We’ll meet at Shilin MRT Station, Exit 1, at 9:30 am and walk together to the venue. The program includes a 1-hour hands-on session where you’ll learn to make Taiwan’s famous pineapple cakes, followed by a museum tour. The cost is $800, which covers the guided tour, DIY activity, and lunch. Please click on the Google Form Link to sign up: https://forms.gle/YjyLrT2qYiyMEKvbA
We were truly fortunate to visit the CHIMEI Museum in Tainan just before the “From Raphael to Van Gogh: Masterpieces from the National Gallery, London” exhibition concluded. This international showcase, celebrating the National Gallery’s 200th anniversary, has drawn 400,000 visitors in each of four major Asian cities—Shanghai, Seoul, Hong Kong, and finally, Tainan—since its debut early last year.
Our heartfelt thanks go to Vivienne and Susan for their unwavering support, which enabled us to attend this special exhibition despite the tickets being completely sold out online. We are also deeply grateful to former Vice President, Liao Wan-ru, of the CHIMEI Museum and wife of the Minister of MOFA for graciously joining us during lunch and sharing the rich history of the CHIMEI Museum. Her presence was undoubtedly the highlight of the day.
Thank you all for your participation, making this yet another truly enriching artistic experience.
The 2024 WTIC Annual Lecture featured a fascinating culture exchange topic, with two young entrepreneur sisters, raised and educated in Africa, sharing their diverse adventure stories from unique perspectives on their journey. They took us through their childhood discovery that cocoa beans could be transformed into delicious chocolates, sparking their dream to develop a chocolate business that gives back to the land they grew up in. Their story is a touching example of fostering wellness and nurturing their homeland as a way of giving back to society. The tale of understanding and international friendship is truly inspirational. https://photos.app.goo.gl/efYoto459aQ8Fgzh8
WTIC is pleased to invite you to the 2024 annual lecture, entitled “Chocolate Dream: Story of Taiwanese Sisters Growing up in Africa,” by young Taiwanese entrepreneur Dania Yang. There will be a Q&A session, a raffle of products from Africa, and an opportunity to taste chocolates with an afternoon tea. Please come to join us to hear about this enlightening cross-cultural journey and to meet up with old friends before we bid farewell to the first half year of 2024 and enjoy a break during the warm summer months. Click to Register: https://forms.gle/NGzCrQEvvfb1DdhV8 邀請您來參加迎新會的年度講座「香濃巧克力－台灣女孩在非洲成長的故事」 時間：6月13日 星期四，下午2:00, 1:30開始報到 地點：外交學院2樓 (敦化南路一段280號) 費用：$500 講座活動包括演講、問答、摸彩、非洲特產伴手禮，以及精緻的午茶品嚐巧克力成品與飲料。
On an unexpected rainy day, we set out on our planned trip despite concerns about cancellation due to the weather. Over our 10 years of Exploration Group, we’ve planned our trips very cautiously, rarely letting anyone down. Despite the rain, our trip was both enjoyable and educational, offering insights into how tea farmers respect their land and live harmoniously with nature. After drinking a cup of tea brewed to perfection, it’s like experiencing a moment of pure bliss. The taste lingers on your palate, leaving behind a sense of comfort and satisfaction, it was a delightful experience. As we mark our 10th anniversary, we give you a Hakka scarf as a token of our appreciation and commemorate our trip to Chingyuan Tea Farm, thanks to your support. Let’s relive the happy moments by browsing through our Google photo album. https://photos.app.goo.gl/Qf6kbJKSJAq6ZpCQA
EG trip to PingLin Chingyuan Tea Factory Time: April 24, 2024, 9:00 am Meeting point: MRT blue line, Nangang Station, Exit 2 Cost: $1,600 (Including DIY activity, tea tasting, bus and insurance)
April tour will focus on the development of the organic tea industry and why it is important? We will learn from farmers why they have embraced organic farming and how it benefits us. We will also learn how tea is produced: from the farm, to the factory and to our table. Finally, we will learn how to best brew tea and enjoy its delicious flavor. Chingyuan volunteers will also show us how to pick tea leaves, demonstrating which ones are ready to be harvested. So welcome to join us!
What an incredible day it was at the WTIC General Assembly & New Year Luncheon! We’re delighted to announce that the event concluded successfully, filled with laughter, friendship, and wonderful programs that everyone enjoyed so much. A special highlight was the lucky draw, adding an extra layer of excitement and joy for all attendees! Huge thanks to our dedicated Executive Committee whose hard work and dedication made this day possible. We’re immensely grateful for the support of every member who contributed to the success of this event! Now, let’s relive those heartwarming moments together by clicking on the Google photo album link below. https://photos.app.goo.gl/288jBvjjebtXHozDA
A message from the WTIC President, Joan Fuh.
As we approach the Lunar Year of the Dragon, I extend a heartfelt invitation to you from the WTIC Board to join us at the “WTIC Annual Assembly and New Year Luncheon.” The event will feature a special program, including the traditional Lion Dance, classic and contemporary dances, a captivating violin and pipa solo, and a fun Lucky Draw with raffle prizes donated by WTIC Board members. I anticipate your presence at the luncheon and wish you a joyful Year of the Dragon. 正值農曆新年佳節來臨，謹代表台北市迎新會理監事們向您拜個早年，誠摯地邀請您來參加「2024年會員大會暨慶祝新春午餐會」。我們企劃新春餐會的表演節目，除了增添新年祈福的祥獅獻瑞，傳統與現代舞，小提琴及琵琶演奏。表演節目勢必令人驚艷。迎新會的理監事們更是慷慨提供豐富的幸運摸彩獎品與會員們同樂！請您邀請親朋好友一起來歡慶一年一度的新春佳節！歡迎參加並請利用google form報名： https://forms.gle/VJ9wmqJ7PWKiJj859
Thank you for joining us to EG tour to Nanmen Market on Jan 17. We hope the festive market atmosphere helped you get ready for Chinese New Year and the Year of the Dragon. We were fortunate to be welcomed by the Deputy Mayor of Taipei City, Ms Lin Yi-Hua (林奕華副市長) as well as a number of hard working city officials. There were many news photographers busy taking photos, and were quick to put the photos into publication and social media sites. In order to record our visit, please check the Google Photo album to memorize this unforgettable visit to Nanmen market. https://photos.app.goo.gl/JWSsrWSeCCj5DKXG8 We hope you enjoyed the trip, we wish you a very Happy New Year and look forward to seeing everyone in February.
Exploration Group Trip to Nan Men Market 探索台北：南門市場 Time & Date: 10:30 am, Jan 17, 2024, Meeting Point: CKS Memorial MRT station, Exit 2 Welcome to join us! Please click on the Google Form Link to sign up: https://forms.gle/DUvSmn9dwhvcd1Sx7
On December 21, we visited the “Wu Dengyi Art Museum.” The museum’s predecessor was the “Priest House,” built in 1875 by Canadian pastor Dr. Mackay.
(2021 to 2023)the Wu Dengyi Art Museum, originally located in the iconic “Taipei 101,” was relocated to Tamsui. The grand opening took place on September 17 this year, featuring the inaugural exhibition “Essence of Shan Shui,” showcasing Master Wu’s latest creations.
In addition to the painting analysis and guided tour, the curator and Art Director, Mr. Yang Xiwen, delivered a PPT lecture on “The Latest Trends in Contemporary Global Art Investment.”
After enjoying the light lunch, members who answered questionnaire questions correctly received Wu’s painting notebooks to take home.
We want to extend our sincere gratitude for joining us at the Christmas luncheon on December 12. Your presence added immeasurable joy to the event. The day was filled with delightful programs, including exciting lucky draws, creating a festive atmosphere that resonated with the warmth of friendship. It was truly a team effort that contributed to the resounding success of the celebration. We appreciate each one of you for taking the time to share in the wonderful moments of this festive holiday gathering. To relive those cherished memories, we’ve compiled a Google Photos album. Please follow this link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ycL62Bb9HgVngBEz7 to revisit the highlights and keep those beautiful moments alive in your hearts.
We’re excited to welcome you! Join us for a WTIC festive Christmas luncheon on Tuesday, Dec 12, 2023 Kindly register through the Google Form: https://forms.gle/KdVHfUjP3p1eAxEP9 Let’s celebrate the joy of the season together !
