Take a bite out of history with our exclusive series on the delicious ingredients, dishes and techniques behind the unique taste of Hong Kong. A cup of silky milk tea in the morning is enjoyed by many a person in Hong Kong, often alongside a hearty cafe breakfast. According to industry data, 2.5 million cups … Read more
Many years ago, while he was studying in the English city of Nottingham, Hogan Cheng Ho-hang was stumped when a British friend asked him how he would describe the culture of his home city, Hong Kong. “I couldn’t say anything. I said, ‘Well, we have some really famous milk tea,’” says the 28-year-old sheepishly. “I … Read more
Tamura, who grew up in Tokyo, can still recall the cheesecakes his mother gave him on his birthdays as a child, including one with freshly made strawberry sauce. In March 2024, Koji Tamura opened a Mr Cheesecake pop-up store in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, and has recently introduced a special milk tea cheesecake. Photo: … Read more
