Tangerines that are springy and plump in season! Thanks to its unique sweet and sour flavor, it's a magical fruit that you'll forget about when you sit down until your nails turn yellow. If you've always eaten only fresh fruit, try tangerines that have been transformed into mochi, tarts, lattes, etc. Here are 5 best tangerine dessert cafes to enjoy tangerines, the best winter fruit.
1. Daifuku with whole fruit, 'Hongmandang' in Myeongdong 2-ga, Seoul
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“Hongmandang†is a fresh fruit daifuku specialty store where you can enjoy putting a whole variety of fruits in daifuku. It is a recipe developed in-house and is characterized by making use of the soft texture of mochi peel and the soft feel of red bean paste. The signature menu, “Tangerine Daifuku,†combines the sweetness of adzuki beans with the moist juice of tangerines in a chewy mochi. There are many other varieties, such as strawberries, pineapples, and bananas.
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â–²Location: 11-6, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
▲Business hours: 11:00 — 21:00 every day
â–²Price: Tangerine Daifuku 2,300 won, Strawberry Daifuku 2,800 won
â–²Testimonial (Shikigin is being connected): There is a fixed time for the daifuku to be served, so it's a good idea to schedule it, and you can also make a reservation one day in advance. I tried tangerine daifuku, and I found that the freshness of tangerines and the sweet flavor of adzuki beans go well together. The packaging is also beautiful, making it a great gift.
2. 'Jaein' in Yeonhui-dong, Seoul, a tart with the flavor of red rice
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“Jae-in†is run by Chef Lee Jae-in, who has a career in DATSUWA's formal restaurants. It is a place where you can enjoy desserts made with seasonal domestic ingredients such as Haenam figs and Tongyeong blueberries. The signature menu, “Red Rice Hyang,†is served on top of a crispy tart paper topped with Diplomat cream mixed with custard cream and fresh cream, and red rice flavor. The red meat-scented peel placed between the flesh adds an even richer flavor.
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â–²Location: 72, Yeonhui-ro 25-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
▲Opening hours: 12:30 — 19:00 every day, closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
â–²Price: Red rice incense 7,600 won, wood 7,600 won
â–²Testimonial (Goku Goku Gungdouwun): It's a place I always trust to eat, so when it comes up with a new menu, I always run for it. A tart made with the scent of red rice came out during the tangerine season, so I went and ate it. The cream in the tart and the tangerines are a combination of honey.
3. 'Dolcorom' in Songpa-dong, Seoul, with the feel of Jeju Island
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“Dolcolom†draws attention with the exterior of the store, which is decorated with the concept of Jeju Island, such as dolharbang props and basalt stone walls. They offer a variety of drinks and cakes with ingredients such as peanuts, hallabong, and chestnut pumpkins brought from Jeju Island. The “Tangerine Yogurt Latte,†which combines a fresh sweet tangerine juice with soft yogurt, and the “Citrus Chocolate Brownie,†which is a brownie topped with vanilla ice cream and tangerine orange compote, are popular.
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â–²Location: 4-21, Baekjegobun-ro 45-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
▲Opening hours: 12:00 — 21:00 every day, closed on Mondays
â–²Price: Tangerine yogurt latte 6,000 won, citrus chocolate brownie 5,000 won
â–²Testimonial (Shikigami Rong Hyeji): When I take a picture in front of the store, I really feel like I've come to Jeju Island. In line with the concept, there were many sweets that had the feel of Jeju Island. Please note that the store is small.
4. 'Mimi Sanggai' in Dongseon-dong 2-ga, Seoul, won the hearts of female college students
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“Mimi Sangkai†is a small dessert cafe located in front of Sungshin Women's University. The colorful drinks and cute plating made it a popular spot for female college students nearby. The signature menu, “Tangerine Tea,†contains large tangerine grains that add to the fun of chewing. “Tangerine black tea,†which has the mild flavor of black tea plus the fresh flavor of tangerines, is also a popular menu, so be sure to check it out.
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â–²Location: 1F, 57-17, Dongsomun-ro 22-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
â–²Business hours: 12:00 to 21:00 on weekdays, 13:00 to 21:00 on weekends, closed on Mondays
â–²Price: Tangerine tea 5,800 won, tangerine tea 6,000 won
â–²Review (Shikigami hj9969): It's a place I often stop by during school classes, but it feels like an emotional cafe popular on social media! I like both tangerines and black tea, and the tangerine black tea they meet is a magical flavor that you will keep drinking!
5. Cappuccino infused with tangerine flavor, 'Coffee Temple' in Sangam-dong, Seoul
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“Coffee Temple†is a cafe run by barista Kim Sa-hong, a Korean barista champion. The signature menu is “tangerine cappuccino,†where tangerine slices are placed on top of cappuccino made with rich milk foam. When you take a sip, the soft foam and bitter coffee blend harmoniously in your mouth, starting with the subtle flavor of tangerine. You can choose beans according to your taste.
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â–²Location: 17 World Cup Buk-ro 54-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
â–²Business hours: 08:00 to 18:00 on weekdays, closed on Saturdays and Sundays
â–²Price: Tangerine cappuccino 5,000 won, iced tangerine latte 5,000 won
â–²Review (Shikigami): I tried tangerine cappuccino out of curiosity! It was nice to be able to enjoy the rich aroma and flavor of coffee and tangerines. The coffee's less bitter and mild flavor makes it easy to drink.