Chancheng District (禅城区), located in the heart of Foshan, is a vibrant blend of cultural heritage and modern economic development. It's not just the historic soul of the city but also a hotspot for stylish cafés and boutique coffee shops, many of which cluster around the charming Lingnan Tiandi (岭南天地) area.
After grabbing a quick pigeon lunch at Lingnan Tiandi, we found ourselves with an extra 30 minutes before catching the rapid train. With just enough time for one last sweet treat, I wasn’t going to let the moment pass me by.
Three Coffee (叁號啡樓), a hip, East-meets-West café near Lingnan Tiandi was an easy choice.
One of their signature desserts, the ginger milk pudding tiramisu (姜汁撞奶提拉米蘇), had caught my eyes on the social media.
Unfortunately, I was greeted with the disappointing news that the dessert was already sold out. 😭😭
Was I going to leave empty-handed? No way. A quick drink, maybe?
But then curiosity got the better of me and I decided to go for another dessert, eager to see how it would compare to those I'd tried in Shenzhen. While waiting for my dessert to be packed, I had the chance to explore the space. The café featured a cozy, laid-back seating area out front with a modern vibe.
Tucked inside was a more formal dining area catering to full savory meals.
Thai milk tea Basque cheesecake (¥38) — When I finally got to taste it, my initial reaction was mixed. The flavor was slightly off-balance — the cheesecake lacked the usual cheesy note, and the Thai milk tea essence didn’t quite stand out.
If there’s one takeaway from this trip to Foshan, it’s this: desserts and drinks here aren’t quite the bargains you might expect. For comparison, back in Hong Kong, you can easily find a decent Basque cheesecake for around HK$50 as takeaway from a number of local bakeries. The one I had here — slightly underwhelming, cost around HK$42.
Still, the overall experience (ambiance, exploration and curiosity) made the visit worthwhile. Foshan has its own rhythm, and I was glad to catch a glimpse of it, even during a short stopover. Hopefully, I’ll get the chance to check out the rest of my shortlisted cafés and coffee shops on my next trip.
Food Rating: 4.8/10
Price: ¥¥¥
Address: No.31 Donghua Xuan, 6 Dongrui road, Lingnan Tiandi Commercial Centre, Foshan, Guangzhou, China
佛山市禅城区祖庙岭南天地东瑞路6号东华轩别墅31座
Closest Metro Station: Lingnan Tiandi (岭南天地)
Tel: +86 13431691750
Opening Hours: 9:30am - 7:30pm daily
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