Mountaineering Dining Hall Introduction
The Mountain Dining Hall has carefully designed a selection of around seven types of specialty lunch boxes, including deep-fried pork ribs, osmanthus tea-marinated chicken thighs, soft-braised pork, stir-fried mountain pork, stewed pork belly with bamboo shoots from Jiao Gao, herbal chicken in sesame oil, and vegetarian options for travelers to choose from. The owner aims to achieve "zero distance from farm to table," sourcing all lunch boxes with seasonal local ingredients. For instance, one of the signature lunch boxes, the stewed pork belly with Jiao Gao bamboo shoots, uses bamboo shoots produced in Fenchihu; the side dishes are all made from vegetables freshly picked that day from Alishan, such as dragon beard vegetables in summer and autumn, and cabbage and broad beans in spring and winter, making them exceptionally crunchy and sweet. Another signature dish is the osmanthus marinated chicken thigh lunch box, known for its refreshing flavor and generous portion of chicken. Of course, the deep-fried pork ribs lunch box is also quite popular. Although pork rib lunch boxes can be found throughout Taiwan, this particular version has the nostalgic flavor of the Alishan little train, complemented by a variety of side dishes including bamboo shoots, plums, vegetables, dried tofu, and pickled cabbage, ensuring a balanced nutrition. The pork ribs are braised to perfection, emitting an irresistible aroma, making the entire lunch box visually and gastronomically appealing. Additionally, the soft-braised pork lunch box is a personal recommendation that you must not miss! The preparation of soft-braised pork is derived from Grandma Li Ping's unique recipe and skills; it is first fried and then braised, resulting in extremely tender meat that can be easily chewed even for those with dental issues. The marinated pork, when eaten, is salty, fragrant, and delectable.
