Dragonfly Villa Introduction
The Only Gourmet Restaurant, located in the picturesque San Tien Men Township of Pingtung County, has been serving delicious food since its establishment in 1983, making it a landmark for over twenty years. Run by the dedicated teacher Shih Hsiu-Chu, the restaurant not only has a profound study of the traditional indigenous culture represented by the glass beads but also innovates and leads local industry development. It combines the natural scenery of San Tien Men with the cultural characteristics of the Paiwan indigenous people, creating a unique dining experience that emphasizes cultural art and tribal cuisine. The restaurant is now the most representative leisure dining destination in San Tien Men and is also the largest representative of glass bead art heritage. Teacher Shih is a successful role model for women entrepreneurs. To revitalize the economy of the tribe, she has invested significant effort and care to help her fellow tribespeople secure stable incomes. Currently, the restaurant employs local workers, all of whom are indigenous women known for their patience and delicate craftsmanship. The Only Gourmet Restaurant provides these indigenous women not only with a job or skills but also a sense of dignity and warmth in life. Since its inception, the Only Gourmet Restaurant has focused on promoting tribal indigenous cuisine and has continuously innovated to meet consumers' preferences while creating unique flavor dining experiences. It aims to preserve the cultural culinary heritage of the Paiwan people and highlights how their food can connect their cultural history to the wider audience. In addition to the dining operation at the "Only Indigenous Gourmet Restaurant," which offers flavorful Paiwan dishes, it also sells bead art, including glass bead crafting experiences, DIY bead stringing courses, and tribal tours, allowing everyone to appreciate the unique beauty of Taiwan's Paiwan indigenous people.
