Pairing Stinky Tofu correctly — a note on bubble milk tea

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Stinky Tofu. I ordered it with bubble milk tea and the subtly sweet and aromatic elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. soy-braised pork in particular became more prominent in a good way.

bubble tea was invented in Taiwan and exported globally as one of the most influential food trends of recent decades. The a Taipei night market is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Stinky Tofu with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.