Even though I grew up in Los Angeles, I still remember a lot of the favorite things of Taiwan especially the food and snacks. Sometimes, after watching travel shows that introduces some local stores and their specialties, it makes me crave them more. Therefore, always on the look out for nostalgic Taiwanese snacks and where to find them in LA.
Though access to Asian markets is relatively easier here in LA, there is still a lot of nostalgic Taiwanese treats that are unattainable. Of course, unless you have a kind relative or friend willing to bring over or if you are luckily enough to travel abroad a few times a year. However, now there is another way!
Where to Get Taiwan Specialities
If you have an Facebook account, you will be able to find a group named Asian Goods. Here you will be able to find a variety of Taiwanese goods.
Note that when you come to the group page you will see it is all mainly in Mandarin. Do not worry! The administrator is able to communicate in English.
Since it is a private group, you will need to be approved first to see the content.
This is not a store where you will be able to purchase right away. You will need to pre-order and then wait for shipment. Usually it takes a two week period. Good things comes to those who wait right?
How to Order From Asian Goods
- Click on the link https://www.facebook.com/groups/asiangoods
- Once you are the group page, click on “join group” so you can be approved by the admin.
- Once you are approved, you will be able to see all the products available throughout the page.
- Each product has a separate post with its description and price per package.
- Leave a comment under the post of how many orders you want.
- Then the admin will reply to your comment to confirm your order. (response time is usually within 10-15 mins)
- There is a choice to pick up at certain locations in LA (they even have pick up if you live in Flushing, NY) or you can have it shipped to you.
- Payments are made through Venmo, Paypal, Chase Quick Pay, or cash (if picking up).
- No payment is necessary until you get a private message with a confirmation and invoice.
- Let them know that thehangrygirly is where you found their page when you order!
NOTE:
Do not worry if you cannot communicate in Mandarin when you see the page. The Admin (Ellison) is perfectly fine to communicate in English and super friendly.
If it is easier you can take a screenshot of the item(s) you want and privately messaged her through messenger. I sometimes leave her a voice message on messenger and she responds relatively very quickly.
Remember to be patient for your orders to arrive. Each item usually is processed in a bundle meaning orders only comes when there is enough people ordering that item.
Do not worry about picking up during this time because they make it very orderly and safe.
