The interior design of this quaint cafe isn't just perfect for Instagram photos but the matcha offerings are also just as photogenic. Their matcha roll cake and matcha cream double waffle make the journey to Ma On Shan worth it. Those looking to treat themselves to pure matcha goodness can even opt for matcha milk tea.

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To survive (and enjoy) Hong Kong's summer heat, shaved ice dessert is the perfect companion. Shari Shari Kakigori House is perhaps the city's premier Japanese shaved ice spots. While they offer a multitude of flavours, one of the crowd favourites is matcha shaved ice. With this dessert spot's minimalistic interiors, you feel like you're on one of your trips to Japan or if you've never been there, at least feel like you've been transported there.

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Lady M is loved for their signature mille-crepes cake and prides itself in creating the freshest cakes using the finest ingredients. And while they offer a range of flavours for their mille-crepes, we can't recommend the matcha-flavoured one enough.

Fine green tea powder is infused to make this delicate dessert and the result is no less than 20 lacy thin crepes enveloping the lightest pastry cream with the vibrant green tea flavours (and colours!) melting in your mouth.

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Hokkaido milk was all the rage when it first dropped in Hong Kong and Luna Cake combines two cult-favourites: Hokkaido milk and matcha. It's actually one of the first shops in Hong Kong to offer Hokkaido double cheesecake that's naturally made.

Their matcha cheesecake is a must-have, made from matcha powder sourced from Kyoto. The two layers of cheesecake—with matcha on the top and cheese at the bottom—just melts perfectly with each bite.

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Matchali, Hong Kong's first homegrown Japanese tea concept is well-loved for its hand-crafted matcha drinks and its newest store in K11 Musea is surely going to whisk you away for a relaxing afternoon. Regardless of what drink you pick, you'll be in for a refreshing treat.

You can opt for the matcha chai latte, mango matcha latte or red bean matcha latte, which are all equally delicious. For something more tropical, we recommend the pink coconut matcha and watermelon passion fruit matcha.

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Basao is all about capturing tea aromas, fragrances of seasons and the spirit of traditions as well as the strength of nature—that's why we're loving their roll cakes and double matcha mousse because it's made with extra TLC.

They even have certified tea sommeliers to help you understand tea better whether it's Chinese Gongfu tea ceremonies or classic Japanese matcha preparation. Did I mention how Instagrammable their selection looks?

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A lot of cafes have been popping up in Sham Shui Po over the last few months, contributing to the thriving cafe and coffee scene in the neighbourhood. If you're around, we recommend dropping by Fonji Cafe to try their delicious matcha series whether it's drinks or a cake. The homey feel of the cafe is also a big plus when you just need a day to unwind and munch on some good matcha dessert.

While Fonji Cafe allows walk-in, we recommend reserving an appointment to make sure you have a seat.

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Homegrown dessert shop Lamlamli Bakery has garnered a local following thanks to its selection of delicious mille-crepe cakes. Ranging from earl grey, caramel, passion fruit, blueberry cheese, taro and more, you'll definitely be scratching your head on which flavour to get.

Of course, we recommend the matcha-flavoured cake that just oozes with each bite. Due to popular demand, their cakes need to be booked in advance—a sign that you should start putting in your orders.

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This article was originally published on March 10, 2016 and was updated on May, 22 2023.