Hidden in the alleys of Xingnan Night Market in Nanshijiao, Zhonghe, is a traditional coin-sized snack that locals have enjoyed since childhood. This super affordable, quietly aromatic banana cake is also a must-buy treat William picks up every time he passes by. This dessert has a rich aroma and a slightly chewy texture; if you're lucky enough to get one fresh off the griddle, the crispy exterior makes it even more delicious!
Xingnan Night Market is located right across from Exit 4 of Nanshijiao MRT Station and is a well-known traditional night market in Zhongyonghe. The T-shaped stalls hide many treasure-like delicacies. When the night market was at its peak, the middle area was packed with crowds and traffic, even filled with stalls! The flow of people made walking feel strenuous.
Today, Xingnan Night Market is no longer as bustling as before, and the central stalls have disappeared. The stalls that have survived from the past each carry memories and possess considerable strength!
The banana cake has a 47-year history from 1979 to the present, with the owner selling it for all 47 years.
This banana cake doesn't actually contain bananas; it's simply an egg cake shaped like a banana. However, the sweet, nostalgic flavor of the batter and the crispy texture make it a wonderful memory for locals.
One serving has only 3 pieces, but each banana cake is twice the size of a regular egg cake.
When you bite into it, the inside has a slightly chewy texture. The cake's aroma is captivating, with a sweet fragrance filled with memories! It's incredibly comforting.
William says that when he was young, after school he loved to detour through the small alley of Xingnan Night Market to find the banana cake stall and buy a freshly baked one from the owner. The just-baked cake had a fragrant, crispy exterior and a soft, slightly chewy interior that gave little him a whole day of great satisfaction!
William also mentioned that this banana cake stall inside Xingnan Night Market near Nanshijiao MRT Station has a flavor almost unchanged from his childhood, which is rare for an old-fashioned treat that maintains such consistent taste!
We highly recommend that anyone passing near Nanshijiao MRT Station make a special detour to buy a pack of this nostalgic coin-sized treat. Simple coin-sized price, simple deliciousness, and simple memories of the era will truly make you smile while eating! We definitely recommend this banana cake!