Quirky finds at Taiwan convenience stores

A salad that might anger some women, snack chips made from jelly, and esoteric medicinal wines - just some items you can get readily at all hours in Taiwan. Pre-packaged convenience heaven rules in Taiwan, where there are more flavours for soy milk and tea than you can shake a stick at. Are those juices and flaxseed crackers really organic from a 7-Eleven? You’ll be surprised. The network of convenience stores in Taiwan is so large, they actually wield immense power as a distributor. Text and images by Cathering Ling @ Makansutra

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That's not all. Convenience stores also offer photocopying, fax, laundry, photo development, telephony, bill payment, money withdrawal, train ticket booking and postal services. You can even courier goods, or collect items ordered online. Many outlets also sell video games, DVDs, books, magazines, and clothing. These 24-hour stores truly embody the meaning of convenience.
That's not all. Convenience stores also offer photocopying, fax, laundry, photo development, telephony, bill payment, money withdrawal, train ticket booking and postal services. You can even courier goods, or collect items ordered online. Many outlets also sell video games, DVDs, books, magazines, and clothing. These 24-hour stores truly embody the meaning of convenience.