The smellier, the better. That's the rule in Taiwan for stinky tofu, a popular fermented snack that assaults the nose but pleases the palate. Stinky tofu is seen fried at the Jiaziyuan restaurant in New Taipei city July 25, 2013. [Photo/Agencies]

A plate of fried stinky tofu (L) and a mala (Chinese hot peppercorn) soup variety of stinky tofu are displayed at the Jiaziyuan restaurant in New Taipei city July 25, 2013. [Photo/Agencies]