Pig and Tiger brings bold Taiwanese flavor to Five Points

The big picture: Darren Chang, a first-generation Taiwanese American, and "Top Chef" alum Travis Masar draw from Taiwan's eclectic culinary heritage, blending Chinese, Japanese and Indigenous influences.

Dig in: Dishes nod to the country's vibrant night markets, with ingredients like jellyfish, beef tongue and chrysanthemums (flowering plants).

• Menu highlights include chili wontons, beef rolls, Taiwanese fried chicken, saucy pork noodles and street corn.

The vibe: The 65-seat space centers around a wraparound bar — designed to feel lively and communal, just like a night market.

Fun fact: The name "Pig and Tiger" comes from the chefs' Chinese zodiac signs — Chang was born in the Year of the Pig and Masar in the Year of the Tiger.

Editor's note: This story has been corrected to note that only Travis Masar is a "Top Chef" alum (not Darren Chang).