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Jun 07 2026
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Reviewing my Top 2 Matcha Lattes in Bangkok – MTCH and MATCHA PEOPLE

Combining my past visits and most recent visit to Bangkok where the matcha craze is at its peak, I’ve ranked my top 2 favourite matcha lattes, from MTCH and Matcha People.

MTCH – Sathorn

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Having visited their Ari branch 2 years ago with great memories of their matcha latte and dessert, I was traveled to their new outlet at Sathorn with high hopes and expectations. It is located on the ground floor of The Step Sathon Hotel, along a narrow passageway.

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The exterior immediately caught my eye with its clean architectural lines and large glass panels which allowed natural light to flood the space. Stepping inside, the design remained true to MTCH’s signature minimalist identity. The space was designed with concrete, steel, light wood, reflecting soft muted and neutral tones, where the centrepiece was undoubtedly the sleek matcha bar.

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I ordered both the Matcha Latte and Hojicha Latte from the menu. For matcha, I chose the Haru (THB170, SGD6.7 +THB10 for oat milk), which had a vibrant green hue. The flavour was as good as I remembered it to be – smooth and umami, and well-balanced. It shocked me that 75% sweetness was the standard, as I went with 0% sweetness which was my usual way of drinking matcha latte and thought it was perfectly fine. (I would not be able to accept anything sweeter).

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For the Cold Whisk Hojicha Latte (THB130, SGD5.1 +THB10 for oat milk), there were 3 options – light, medium and dark roast powder and I went with Uji Todo which was the light roast. It had notes of vanilla, caramel, roasted herbs, just as good as the matcha in terms of the smoothness, umami and well-balanced flavour profile.

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Unlike the Ari and Sukhumvit outlets, this Sathorn outlet did not have the full range of matcha desserts, which I wish they offered. Only the Monaka Set (THB90, SGD3.5) was on the menu so I went with it. The sweet red bean and white bean complemented the umami matcha and hojicha lattes.

Note that while there were benches both in and outside the store, there were no proper dine-in tables and chairs, so you might want to consider visiting the Ari or Sukhumvit branches if you prefer to dine-in comfortably.

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87 S Sathon Rd, Yan Nawa, Sathon, Bangkok 10120, Thailand

Nearest BTS: Surasak Station Exit 2

8am – 5.30pm Mon to Sat

MATCHA PEOPLE – Ari

Located in the ever-trendy Ari neighbourhood, Matcha People was the passion project of Thai actress Ploy Horwang in collaboration with the team behind popular donut brand Drop by Dough.

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The café exterior stood out from its neighbours, with instagrammers frequently posing for photos by the outdoor bench. Inside, sunlight filled the space in the late afternoon, highlighting the warm wood elements, natural stone textures, and stainless-steel accents of the space. At the heart of the café was a large communal round table where I sat.

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I had their signature Matcha People Latte (THB220, SGD8.6) – promoted as a drink for matcha lovers seeking something different. The matcha latte was brewed with cashew milk, offering a smooth, nutty tone, then topped with butterfly pea flower foam for added smoothness and to enhance the matcha flavour. The pairing of matcha with cashew milk was a first for me, and I loved how it made the latte more refreshing, with enhanced nuttiness.

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I was so impressed with the drink that I decided to get another one – their Coconut Crispy Rolls Matcha (THB220, SGD8.6), which was pure matcha with coconut water, topped with fragrant and creamy black sesame cream and bits of coconut crispy rolls. This drink was heavier than the Matcha People Latte, but still great. The black sesame cream and coconut crisps were subtle and did not clash with the matcha coconut.

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One of their recommended desserts was the Matcha & Genmai Burnt Cheesecake (THB220, SGD8.6). I especially loved the use of genmai to provide roasted rice notes and added texture, pairing well with the earthy creaminess of the cheesecake.

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Fancy matcha drinks and desserts could be done well indeed.

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46/1 Phahon Yothin 7, Phaya Thai, Bangkok 10400, Thailand

Nearest BTS: Ari Station Exit 3

8am – 5pm daily

Oct 26 2024
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PAR RIS, Bangkok – One of the Hottest New Café Openings in Sukhumvit with Korean-style Bagels

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Last month, I visited one of the hottest café openings in Bangkok amongst the Thai café hoppers and influencers. It wasn’t hard to understand why. Even before entering, the all-white façade of the entrance tempted me to stop and snap several pictures.

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Stepping in, I immediately grew to the rustic French vibes of the interior, and I would have felt like I was transported out of Southeast Asia for a moment, if not for the crowd of Asian influencers. The owners paid close attention to the details – from the exposed ceiling to the cream washed walls, to the wooden furniture, and to the vintage trinkets cleverly placed at several spots. I particularly loved the arched wall framing the coffee counter.

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I tried a few drinks, and my recommendation is to skip the Caffe Latte (THB160) and Matcha Latte (THB195) and go for their signature Pistachio Cream Coffee (THB180). It comprised an espresso shot with pistachio milk and pistachio syrup, topped with pistachio cream and roasted pistachio bits. The sweet, nutty flavours were subtle and well balanced with the natural acidity of the coffee.

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The food menu showcases bagels in different flavours, and you can have it plain, with cream cheese toppings, or as part of bigger plates. I noticed that the bagels here seemed to have taken inspiration from Korean-style bagels (vs. classic American style bagels), especially for the Sweet Corn Hokkaido Milk Bagel (THB240). Seasonal sweet corn desserts can be typically found in Korea’s cafes during the summer, and I was surprised to find one in Bangkok. The bagel was crafted from a base of Hokkaido milk, filled with sweet corn cream, and finished with caramelized corns on top. The cream was neither too heavy nor sweet.

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For something more substantial, there is the Breakfast Plate (THB380) which came with a sesame bagel, fluffy cloud eggs, Italian grilled pork sausage, wild rocket, sweet maple ponzu yuzu dressing and mixed berries. Despite the visually pleasing use of colours, somehow the different components didn’t complement one another well, and the sausage was not warm enough.

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For those feeling less peckish, you can also opt for one of the plain bagels (choice of plain, chocolate, Hokkaido milk, sesame) with different cream cheese toppings. I had a hard time choosing between the available cream cheese toppings, with interesting flavours like butterfly pea & honeycomb, fig, lemon zest, parmigiano & bacon, earl grey milk, pistachio. Eventually I went for the Plain Bagel (THB75) with a side of Fig and Honey Cream Cheese (THB155) since it was fig season. The consistency of the cream cheese was on the richer and thicker side, and I liked the mix of sweet and savoury.

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My tip: Come as early as possible to avoid the afternoon crowd, which can upset the vibes.

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16, 3 Soi Ekamai 21, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand

8am – 5pm (closed on Tues)

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Oct 20 2024
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Someday in Copenhagen – Scandinavian themed café in Bangkok serving innovative coffee

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I would have never expected a café to be located right at the entrance of a carpark, in an area away from the bustling streets of Bangkok. That was where I found Someday in Copenhagen, a Scandinavian, minimalistic themed café.

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With the huge letters of “HEJ DENNIS :)” being plastered on one of the facades, I couldn’t help but wonder who Dennis was. I later found out that Dennis is the owner, who used to be a barista at the famous Fuglen in Oslo.

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Despite a focus on the grab and go concept, the coffee stand offers some tables and chairs for dine in – there was an air-conditioned area to escape the heat and the more hipster outdoor area where vehicles could be driving right into the parking lot anytime.

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The menu has a series of classic and innovative coffee/non-coffee options, together with some pastries. Out of the items I had, my favourite one was their Signature Iced Honeycomb Latte (THB150/SGD5.9, +THB20/SGD0.8 for oat milk). As the honeycomb melted, there was a subtle sweetness released into the latte gradually which I liked. The iced latte itself was also very smooth and drinkable. I also tried the Hot Latte (THB130, SGD5.1) which was dull in comparison to the honeycomb latte.

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From the range of pastries, I had the Caramel Roll (THB130, SGD5.1) and the Pain Suisse (THB155, SGD6.1). I preferred the former, with flaky and crunchy layers on the outside which when cut, revealed a gooey and melty caramel core. The Pain Suisse had a filling of orange chocolate within, but I wished they could be more generous with the filling.

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The no-frills concept of the café was interesting, and it stands out with its unpretentiousness amongst the other heavily decorated cafes in the city. If you’re willing to go a little out of the way (definitely a Grab is needed), not minding the dingy surroundings of the café, you will be in for a treat.

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41/19-20 Soi Sriaksorn, Chuea Phloeng, Sathorn Thung Mahamek Bangkok 10120

Mon – Fri 8am to 4pm

Sat – Sun 8am to 5pm

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May 01 2024
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Anonymous Coffee, Bangkok – Outstanding Coffee in an Industrial Geometrical Building

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Anonymous Coffee was one of my best finds for coffee from my recent Bangkok trip. As it was not located near any BTS subway station, I hitched a Grab bike which conveniently brought me to this relatively quieter area where the café was situated.

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I couldn’t help but mesmerize at the geometrical, industrial structure of the café as I crossed the outdoor yard, where a few patrons were enjoying their coffees peacefully despite the blazing heat. Adorned with camping chairs and hanging light bulbs, it also made for a good photo spot.

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I grabbed a seat indoors where I could catch the baristas in action and still bask in some natural light while taking advantage of the aircon. The café specializes in single origin roasts with beans imported from various regions.

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I had the Flat White – single origin espresso with milk (THB140, SGD5.13), which tasted so much like a light roast that I was surprised when I found out it was a medium roast. The coffee had a creamy texture and was very easy to drink with no bitter or sour aftertaste. There were also some signature drinks on the menu which caught my eye, such as the Yuzu Garden (THB6.60) which seemed to be a yuzu and elderflower drink with single origin espresso, and Sally O’ Brien (THB150, SGD5.50), a single origin cold brew with house espresso syrup and fresh cream.

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The only available pastry/dessert when I went was the Banana Bread (THB85, SGD3.12), so I had one together with my coffee. Thankfully, it was not as dry as I expected it to be.

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I had a great time as a solo patron – the baristas were friendly and amiable, the patrons seemed to be serious coffee drinkers, and the ambiance made me forget about the busyness of life for a moment.

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149 Rimtangrodfai Sai Peat-Riu Road, Huai Khwang, Bangkok 10310, Thailand

8.30am -5.30pm daily

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