If you want to eat, you have to work for it!
釣蝦趣 想吃，就必須付出努力！
It's Friday night and, after creeping through a Taipei night market, you and your friends aren't ready to go home. So why not hit up a 24-hour shrimping spot? In Taipei, indoor shrimping places are all over the map. It's a unique activity that has become an urban phenomenon!
The origins of shrimp farming in Taiwan can be traced back to traditional aquaculture practices. For centuries, shrimp were caught and bred in the country's waterways, forming an important part of local food culture. However, it was not until the mid-20th century that Taiwan became a pioneer in modern shrimp aquaculture.
The breakthrough cam in 1968 when Taiwanese aquaculture expert Liao I-chiu successfully bred grass prawns. And in the 1970s, researchers at Tungkang Marine Laboratory found a way to breed giant freshwater prawns. Theses prawns are the stars of recreational shrimping.
The concept of shrimping as a recreational sport gained po9opularity in the 80s and 90s. As urban life took center stage, the activity transitioned from outdoor to indoor venues. This change made it a perfect fit for city life.
Language Lab
creep v.
- The cat likes to creep around the house at night.
pioneer n.
- In the 1800's, the American pioneers moved west in search of new opportunities.
laboratory n.
- The new medicine was developed after years of research in the laboratory.
transition v.
- Moving to a new country can be challenging, but with time, you'll transition to a new life.
aquaculture n.
bobber n.
skewer v.
