5 new cafes in Hong Kong to try in August, for French roast, fruit cake, cappuccino laksa
- From Admiralty to Tsuen Wan, five new coffee shops serve not only lattes but a wide range of cakes, snacks and hot dishes
With the unstable weather in Hong Kong as of late, is there anything more comforting than nursing a hot cup of coffee in the comfort of a cafe while the rain lashes against the windows?
These days, we are fortunate to have an abundance of options, each venue with its own character and vibe to suit your mood. This month, take your pick of the latest crop to join the city’s increasingly rich blend of cafes.
1. Momo’s
With a name meaning peach in Japanese, this tiny spot in Yau Ma Tei is within walking distance of the neighbourhood’s wholesale fruit market and punches above its weight with a rotating menu of eight house-made cakes.
The monthly special is the Japanese cantaloupe cake. At just 50 sq ft (4.6 square metres), Momo’s has only two seats, both by the window – the owner wanted the cafe to have a more intimate atmosphere.
8 Pitt Street, Yau Ma Tei
2. Jour Jour
Solight Studio in Tai Kok Tsui, known for its baked goods, has just opened a small cafe in San Po Kong that expands its repertoire with hot food (grilled yellow chicken with potatoes, French toast) as well as serving its signature sourdough, cakes and tarts.
