Hidden Gem in Alishan

This is a hidden gem in Alishan - A Jiang Home Cafe 23 (阿将的家) located in Alishan. There is some story behind this whimsical garden cafe. There will be a lady to welcome you for a tour of the cafe before assigning you a table or seat and she will brief you about the story of the cafe. So it goes like this :The Tsou Tribe, whom are the largest indigenous group in Alishan, has implemented eco-tourism as a means of promoting local tradition and culture. After consecutive natural disasters severely damaged Tsou mountain tribal villages, younger generations have been moving home from the city to rebuild and revitalize the local economy. A-Jang, one of the returning younger generation and owner of Ajang Home 23 Coffee House, left his high paying job working for an American yacht company, to return home. His cafe, a dreamy stone coffee house built out of salvaged materials from the mountainside, has a sprawling view of the surrounding mountains, and is adorned with curious handmade art. He completed the cafe on his 23rd marriage anniversary with his wife as a commemoration and celebration. Everything from chairs, tables to flower pots and statues are all made by A-Jiang from rustic but delicate materials. We were lucky to get a seat by the garden with a fireplace in the middle. The snacks and tea are so good especially the semi mochi feel 🧇 waffles! and the rice snack.Everything was divine. Not forgetting to try the local tea prepared. Is really a tranquil place to relax and enjoy the tea with the magnificent view of the mountains and sea of clouds! Definitely make it your check point if you are heading to Alishan!