As the 2024 Taichung International Flower Carpet Festival enters its second-to-last weekend, the event continues to draw praise. Visitors are greeted by flowers at their peak bloom, creating a picturesque landscape that inspires many to capture the beauty on their phones. At the Xinshe Flower Sea area, a delightful discovery awaits—Flower Carpet Pastry, a souvenir that perfectly complements the festival's vibrant ambiance. While reveling in the visual splendor and fragrant floral aroma, visitors can also savor the pastry’s unique sweet and sour floral flavors.

Tourism and Travel Bureau Director Chen Mei-hsiu highlighted that well before the festival’s launch, local tourism businesses—ranging from restaurants to farms—worked together proactively to create a memorable experience for visitors. After marveling at the vibrant floral landscapes, guests could take home a tangible keepsake of Xinshe’s floral charm. Whether shared with loved ones or enjoyed during a relaxing tea or coffee break, these souvenirs serve as a reminder of the festival’s beauty, bringing back the vivid imagery and heartfelt emotions of the experience.

Director Chen shared that local businesses meticulously sourced ingredients to make Flower Carpet Pastry, a unique keepsake embodying the essence of Xinshe’s floral charm. The pastry features edible rose petals from Fengyuan, freshly pressed lemon juice from Waipu, and natural honey from Tanzi, blending these elements into a sweet delicacy that captures both the flavors and the beauty of the region.

Chef Chen Wen-pin, who led the development of the pastry, explained that the filling of the pastry was carefully selected, and the preparation process took a full month, with no shortcuts taken. One of the biggest challenges was sourcing the edible rose petals, a crucial ingredient, as the flowers were severely impacted by several typhoons, affecting both production costs and supply. Throughout the development, the chefs continually fine-tuned the balance between the pastry shell and filling, selecting fresh petals and ensuring each petal was precisely sized to create a refined, garden-like experience in every bite.

Guests who sampled the Flower Carpet Pastry praised it as sweet yet not cloying, with a floral fragrance that is both invigorating and pleasant. The delicate texture, infused with a strong floral scent and natural flavors, transports you to the heart of a flower sea. Many visitors were delighted to discover that the Flower Carpet Festival not only featured stunning flowers but also introduced a souvenir that perfectly captures the event's floral essence. Some expressed their intention to buy more to share with family, colleagues, and friends, encouraging others to try the delightful taste of the flower sea. The pastry is hot selling and can be purchased through the official website (https://ukiyoamour.com/news/news-2024-05-24/) or at the Lemon Forest and Tseng Honey stalls at the festival venue.

The Tourism and Travel Bureau reminds everyone that the 2024 Taichung International Flower Carpet Festival will end on December 1, encouraging people to take advantage of the remaining time to see the flowers. For a smoother experience, it's best to use public transport and stay alert to weather changes. Since the sun is strong during the day, make sure to apply sunscreen. In the evening, temperatures can drop, so it's a good idea to bring a jacket for warmth. This way, you can fully enjoy the floral beauty in comfort. For more event information, visit the festival website of the 2024 Taichung International Flower Carpet Festival (https://www.flowercarpet.tw/) or Taichung’s Tourism and Travel Bureau Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/taichungresort/?locale=zh_TW).