New York’s Matcha Paradise 🍵

I’ve found my secret matcha haven in New York! 🌟 The matcha here is super authentic and not overly sweet, perfect for tea lovers. The shop has a lovely Japanese courtyard style, making it the ideal spot to spend an afternoon with a cup of tea, a piece of dessert, and a good book. 🍃 📍 Cha-An 230 E 9th St 2nd FL, New York, NY 10003 My friends and I tried almost all the desserts, and here are our favorites👇 1️⃣ Matcha Parfait: A classic with a rich texture—smooth matcha ice cream paired perfectly with red bean paste and cream. Plus, the chewy mochi and crispy cornflakes add a delightful contrast! 🍵 2️⃣ Matcha Tiramisu: Layers of ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and matcha powder. While the layers could be more distinct, the mascarpone on top is super smooth, with a perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess. 🍰 3️⃣ Black Sesame Crème Brûlée: A must-try for black sesame lovers! The base is incredibly fragrant, like taking a big sip of black sesame milk. The caramelized top adds a nice crunch. 🌿 4️⃣ Whisked Matcha Affogato: The matcha flavor is strong and aromatic. Pour the hot matcha sauce over the ice cream before eating—the toasted coconut flakes are the perfect finishing touch! 🍦 5️⃣ Hojicha Anmitsu: Roasted tea ice cream with brown sugar jelly—another great option with a nice texture. 🍵 6️⃣ Homemade Mochi: ...Not recommended. Skip this one. ❌ #SweetTreatsMakeMeHappy #NewYork #NYC 🌃