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THE August, 2010 ISSUE IS OUT NOW!
Letter From The Publishers
Over the past several years, I have become increasingly skeptical when reading news reports claiming that scientists and doctors have found such-and-such a food or drink is either good or bad for me. All too often, the public is told that something is really detrimental to their health, only to be informed later on that it's really okay, or even healthy for them. Or sometimes it's the other way around. There is one substance, however, that I instinctively knew was good for me years and years ago: chocolate. Even before medical researchers started raving about the benefits of chocolate (particularly dark chocolate) consumption, I felt in my heart of hearts that it was another one of nature's gifts to humans, in the same category as, say, penicillin, aspirin and citrus fruit. Simply put, something that tastes so good can't be bad for you. I'm still holding out hope that ice cream will be next on the good-for-you list.
Despite my openly-admitted status as a chocoholic, I know that I'm certainly not alone. Thus, the Compass staff decided it might be a good idea to focus on chocolate for this month's cover story, much like we focused on steaks back in June, and have written about coffee and wine in the past. As a steadily-growing number of local chocolate makers and sellers highlights, Taiwanese have developed a expanding appreciation for this treat, together with fine wines, a perfectly-tender steak, high-end whiskies and other exquisite things in life. I hope you learn more about chocolate and about where you can savor it in Taichung while reading our article, written by Olly.
This month, whether you're trying to stay cool, or seeking a new summer vacation adventure, keep this magazine and the Compass Map handy as a reference, and don't hesitate to go on-line to www.taiwanfun.com, one of Taiwan's largest repositories of information about dining, nightlife, entertainment, recreation and events. Also please support our advertisers with your business because it is their support for Compass that makes this free city guide a reality. And, as always, be sure and tell them how you found them.
Have a fun-filled August,
Douglas Habecker
Co-Publisher
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