In Taiwan, there is a saying that emphasizes the importance of eating: "When one is eating, one is greater than the emperor." This indicates that meals hold great significance in daily life, and nothing, no matter how important, should interrupt this activity. Taiwanese people take pleasure in eating and are highly selective about their food choices. Luckily, the subtropical climate of the Formosan island provides a vast array of fresh ingredients all year round. The population's diverse origins have also contributed to a unique fusion of different tastes in Chinese cuisine that is specific to Taiwan. The popularity of Taiwanese "small eats" worldwide is due to the locals' propensity for snacking at any time.