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The top 5 summer treats to beat the heat in Hong Kong
Photo Credit: Elsa Jeandedieu Studio
Enjoying a refreshing treat in the summertime heat is one of life's simple pleasures, whether that’s an irresistible red bean ice drink or a cooling herbal tea. Here's a guide to Hong Kong’s best desserts and drinks to indulge in throughout the summer.
Cha chaan teng drinks
A cha chaan teng is a type of popular neighbourhood diner that locals frequent for East-meets-West all-day-dining options like scrambled egg sandwiches and macaroni soup. The nostalgic red bean ice drink that can be found there is a concoction of red beans, sugar syrup and evaporated milk. Or for a more adventurous touch, try the salty-sweet 7 Up with salted lime. Pro tip: enjoy the drinks with an afternoon tea combo, which usually comes with a Cantonese bun or egg tart.
Where to go: Mrs Tang Cafe
This popular local cha chaan teng serves consistently spot-on Cantonese buns and drinks. Expect to queue up, but service is usually swift.
Signature drink: Red bean ice, iced milk tea
Herbal tea
Do you feel hot all the time? Does your mouth feel dry? If the answers are yes, you likely have too much ‘heat’ in your body — a common symptom in the hot and humid summer. Try a glass of herbal tea, aka ‘cooling tea’ in Cantonese, which is designed to balance out the heat and dampness in one's body. There are numerous variations to choose from, and the all-purpose heat-clearing Five Flower Tea is a good place to start as it's relatively sweet and mild and can combat sore throat and indigestion. For the braver souls, the famous 24 Flavors made from over 20 ingredients is the strongest and most bitter of the lot.
Where to go: Lui Seng Chun
A revitalised heritage site housing a TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) clinic by the Hong Kong Baptist University, the ground floor shop offers a seasonal selection of herbal teas.
Signature drink: Five Flower Tea
Cantonese tong sui and other desserts
Tong sui, literally ‘sugar water’ in Cantonese, is an umbrella term for Cantonese desserts in liquid form and comes in endless variations. Summer favorites include mango pomelo sago, a refreshing coconut milk-based soup blended with mango, pomelo pieces and mini tapioca balls that originated in Hong Kong; and sago soup with taro, sweet potato, tapioca and red beans. Another Cantonese delight found alongside tong sui treats is tofu fa, a soy-based pudding served in sugary syrup.
Where to go:
- Hong's Dessert
A long-kept secret in Sham Shui Po, Hong's Dessert offers a trendy spin on traditional desserts.
Signature dessert: Sago soup (Hong’s Dessert)
- Honeymoon Dessert
This chain offers every type of Cantonese dessert under the sun.
Signature dessert: Mango Pomelo and Sago (Honeymoon Dessert)
Craft beer
Hong Kong's craft beer scene has become truly exciting in the past few years, with many local breweries developing innovative brews based on unique flavour profiles found in the city. Check out some distinctively Hong Kong brands while you’re in town, including Young Master Ales and Mak's Beer.
Where to go: Second Draft
This trendy neighbourhood gastropub has an impressive selection of micro-brewed ales on tap and serves some delicious Hong Kong-influenced dishes.
Signature drink: Take your pick from its selection of 25 beers.
Matcha ice cream
Japanese desserts are especially popular with Hongkongers, and there are plenty of shops around town that dish out special Nippon-style treats, like matcha-flavored ice cream.
Where to go: Via Tokyo
This popular Japanese dessert shop specialises in soft serves and shaved ice.
Signature dessert: Matcha soft serve with mochi
Address: Various branches, including 29 Cameron Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Information in this article is subject to change without advance notice. Please contact the relevant product or service providers for enquiries.
The Hong Kong Tourism Board disclaims any liability as to the quality or fitness for purpose of third party products and services; and makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, adequacy or reliability of any information contained herein.
