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Salt and Pepper Chicken Carnival Draws 100,000 Visitors in Two Days; Vendors Delightfully Fried Nonstop
Post date:2024-12-09
Update:2025-04-24
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The 4th "2024 Kaohsiung Salt and Pepper Chicken Carnival" successfully concluded yesterday (8th) at FEDS Kaohsiung Store Dream Plaza. The event began on the first day (7th) with an opening ceremony led by Mayor Chen Chi-mai, baseball hero Chen Po-ching, and cheerleading goddess "Yi Li," drawing massive crowds. On the second day (8th), Kaohsiung’s mascot "Kaohsiung Bear" and the popular character "Mikan" stole the show, attracting a total of over 100,000 attendees over two days, including many international visitors enjoying the fried delicacies. This fried food craze also boosted the local economy, with sales at FEDS Kaohsiung Store increasing by 40% compared to the same period last year, while nearby business districts saw over a 30% rise in both foot traffic and revenue. Yesterday, professional judges and the public jointly voted to select winners of five major awards: the "Flying Chicken Award," "Exquisite Chicken Award," "Magnificent Chicken Award," "Spicy and Flavorful Award," and the "Crowd Favorite Chicken Award." The outstanding fried food vendors were personally recognized by Tourism Bureau Director Kao Min-lin and Yang Chih-chung, Chairman of the Kaohsiung Exhibition and Convention Industry Development Association.
Tourism Bureau Director Kao Min-lin stated that the event attracted many international visitors, including travelers from Europe, the United States, Vietnam, and Hong Kong. Notably, a delegation of Vietnamese travel agencies, media representatives, and influencers made a special visit to experience Kaohsiung’s creative and diverse salt and pepper chicken culture firsthand. Their experience was also featured on local Vietnamese television, helping to promote Kaohsiung to more Vietnamese tourists. Kao expressed gratitude to all the vendors who participated, emphasizing how this "once-in-a-lifetime gathering" showcased Kaohsiung's impressive culinary prowess. It allowed citizens and tourists to connect and create wonderful memories together. Among the Vietnamese guests, many couldn’t resist the crispy and aromatic fried delicacies, savoring them bite after bite. One guest even exclaimed in Chinese, “Delicious!” and promised to share their delightful experience with friends, family, and fans, further promoting Kaohsiung’s international tourism.
The Tourism Bureau explained that the award winners for this event were determined through a joint voting process involving professional judges and the public. Chief Judge Yang Chih-Chung, Chairman of the Kaohsiung Exhibition and Convention Industry Development Association, compared the evaluation process to the famous show Iron Chef. All participating vendors gave their best effort, presenting their most delicious fried dishes for assessment. The judges engaged in multiple rounds of discussions and tastings before reaching a consensus on the awards.
In the heartwarming Christmas season, the Tourism Bureau collaborated with the Social Affairs Bureau to bring festive cheer to nearly a hundred children and underprivileged groups. They arranged a special outdoor movie screening of Sing under the starlit sky, where attendees enjoyed delicious food while immersing themselves in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. The event featured a series of spectacular performances, including the "Judah Lion Chef’s Frying Show," which showcased the artistry of preparing fried food, the hilarious Cluck-Star Gala drag queen show, and the comedy talk show by "Pretty MUA Gang," all of which filled the venue with laughter. Adding to the excitement, the popular mascot Kaohsiung Bear made a special appearance alongside its best friend Mikan from the Kaohsiung Metro Corporation. The duo delighted the crowd, interacting with children and families and creating joyful memories through fun photo opportunities.
The Tourism Bureau further explained that businesses in the surrounding area, including FEDS Kaohsiung Store, reported a 40% increase in overall revenue compared to last year, driven by the overwhelming crowds, with an 80% rise in customer visits. Additionally, the local commercial district experienced a 30% boost in both foot traffic and sales. FEDS Kaohsiung Store expressed their gratitude to the Tourism Bureau for organizing the event, which significantly contributed to this success. The Tourism Bureau highlighted that winter is the perfect season to visit Kaohsiung, offering vibrant events such as the “Kaohsiung Christmas Festival,” the grandest and most festive celebration in southern Taiwan, and the star-studded Dream Mall New Year’s Eve Countdown Party. They warmly invite everyone to experience the charm and energy of this port city. For more travel information, visit the. Kaohsiung Travel Websiteor official Facebook pageandInstagram account.
The 4th "2024 Kaohsiung Salt and Pepper Chicken Carnival" successfully concluded yesterday (8th) at FEDS Kaohsiung Store Dream Plaza. The event began on the first day (7th) with an opening ceremony led by Mayor Chen Chi-mai, baseball hero Chen Po-ching, and cheerleading goddess "Yi Li," drawing massive crowds. On the second day (8th), Kaohsiung’s mascot "Kaohsiung Bear" and the popular character "Mikan" stole the show, attracting a total of over 100,000 attendees over two days, including many international visitors enjoying the fried delicacies. This fried food craze also boosted the local economy, with sales at FEDS Kaohsiung Store increasing by 40% compared to the same period last year, while nearby business districts saw over a 30% rise in both foot traffic and revenue. Yesterday, professional judges and the public jointly voted to select winners of five major awards: the "Flying Chicken Award," "Exquisite Chicken Award," "Magnificent Chicken Award," "Spicy and Flavorful Award," and the "Crowd Favorite Chicken Award." The outstanding fried food vendors were personally recognized by Tourism Bureau Director Kao Min-lin and Yang Chih-chung, Chairman of the Kaohsiung Exhibition and Convention Industry Development Association.
Tourism Bureau Director Kao Min-lin stated that the event attracted many international visitors, including travelers from Europe, the United States, Vietnam, and Hong Kong. Notably, a delegation of Vietnamese travel agencies, media representatives, and influencers made a special visit to experience Kaohsiung’s creative and diverse salt and pepper chicken culture firsthand. Their experience was also featured on local Vietnamese television, helping to promote Kaohsiung to more Vietnamese tourists. Kao expressed gratitude to all the vendors who participated, emphasizing how this "once-in-a-lifetime gathering" showcased Kaohsiung's impressive culinary prowess. It allowed citizens and tourists to connect and create wonderful memories together. Among the Vietnamese guests, many couldn’t resist the crispy and aromatic fried delicacies, savoring them bite after bite. One guest even exclaimed in Chinese, “Delicious!” and promised to share their delightful experience with friends, family, and fans, further promoting Kaohsiung’s international tourism.
The Tourism Bureau explained that the award winners for this event were determined through a joint voting process involving professional judges and the public. Chief Judge Yang Chih-Chung, Chairman of the Kaohsiung Exhibition and Convention Industry Development Association, compared the evaluation process to the famous show Iron Chef. All participating vendors gave their best effort, presenting their most delicious fried dishes for assessment. The judges engaged in multiple rounds of discussions and tastings before reaching a consensus on the awards.
In the heartwarming Christmas season, the Tourism Bureau collaborated with the Social Affairs Bureau to bring festive cheer to nearly a hundred children and underprivileged groups. They arranged a special outdoor movie screening of Sing under the starlit sky, where attendees enjoyed delicious food while immersing themselves in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. The event featured a series of spectacular performances, including the "Judah Lion Chef’s Frying Show," which showcased the artistry of preparing fried food, the hilarious Cluck-Star Gala drag queen show, and the comedy talk show by "Pretty MUA Gang," all of which filled the venue with laughter. Adding to the excitement, the popular mascot Kaohsiung Bear made a special appearance alongside its best friend Mikan from the Kaohsiung Metro Corporation. The duo delighted the crowd, interacting with children and families and creating joyful memories through fun photo opportunities.
The Tourism Bureau further explained that businesses in the surrounding area, including FEDS Kaohsiung Store, reported a 40% increase in overall revenue compared to last year, driven by the overwhelming crowds, with an 80% rise in customer visits. Additionally, the local commercial district experienced a 30% boost in both foot traffic and sales. FEDS Kaohsiung Store expressed their gratitude to the Tourism Bureau for organizing the event, which significantly contributed to this success. The Tourism Bureau highlighted that winter is the perfect season to visit Kaohsiung, offering vibrant events such as the “Kaohsiung Christmas Festival,” the grandest and most festive celebration in southern Taiwan, and the star-studded Dream Mall New Year’s Eve Countdown Party. They warmly invite everyone to experience the charm and energy of this port city. For more travel information, visit the. Kaohsiung Travel Websiteor official Facebook pageandInstagram account.
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