Sanchiao Cheng Cake Museum Introduction
The San Hsieh Cheng Cake Museum is located on the bustling Tamsui Old Street. During weekends, the museum is crowded with visitors of all ages eager to sample various cakes. San Hsieh Cheng was established in 1935, originally founded by the current owner's grandfather, who taught the second and third generations of the three brothers the art of Quanzhou pastry making. The name San Hsieh Cheng signifies the hope that the three brothers could work together in harmony. Initially starting with wedding cakes, they later learned how to make British fruit pies from the chef of the British consulate, leading to a unique blend of traditional and Western flavors in their pastries. Additionally, to promote local tourism and help visitors from around the world understand more about Tamsui, the store thoughtfully provides historical and cultural information about Tamsui in multiple languages, including Chinese, English, German, and French, which are available for guests to read for free. The store always offers various pastries for customers to sample, along with complimentary hot tea and seating, making it one of the well-known destinations for both domestic and international tourists. The set-up of the "Cake Museum" records the unique cultural fusion of Chinese and Western pastry shops in the area, showcasing vintage pastry molds, and has become an important cultural landmark in Tamsui.
