Bangkok’s revered dessert institution, Kanomsiam, is bringing its signature, freshly prepared pandan delicacies to Hong Kong for an exclusive, two-week engagement at the Regent Hong Kong’s Harbourside restaurant, running from March 16 to 29, 2026. Heralded as the originating brand of authentic Thai pandan sweet cakes, the 50-year-old establishment will treat diners to a specialized menu of four distinctive desserts, meticulously prepared à la minute, alongside a broader array of complementary Thai savory dishes crafted by the Regent’s culinary team during targeted lunch and dinner buffets.
This collaboration marks a significant moment for Hong Kong food enthusiasts, offering a rare opportunity to savor Kanomsiam’s products known for their natural pandan fragrance, balanced sweetness, and signature texture contrast—a soft, chewy interior set against a delicately crispy edge. Kanomsiam, founded in 1975, has dedicated decades to perfecting this classic Thai confection, utilizing high-quality ingredients to achieve its celebrated flavor profile.
A Showcase of Thai Dessert Craftsmanship
The pop-up residency focuses on live cooking demonstrations, ensuring maximum freshness and adherence to traditional methods. Diners can expect the following four items, showcasing the versatility of the ubiquitous pandan leaf in Thai confectionery:
- Pandan Crispy Sweet Cake (Toei Tood Krob): Making its debut exclusively at Harbourside, this rendition features a slightly thinner cake and an intensified brittle base, with the sweetness minimized to allow the natural aroma of the bai toey (pandan leaf) to take center stage.
- Pandan Sweet Cake (Kanom Krok Bai Toey): Kanomsiam’s quintessential “green dessert,” characterized by its bold pandan flavor, resiliently chewy texture, and signature crisp edges—the product that cemented the brand’s fame.
- Coconut Pancake (Kanom Pang Jee): These are savory-sweet pancakes, grilled without oil, resulting in a lightly fragrant exterior and a warm, pillowy-soft interior.
- Pandan Muffin with Coconut Pudding (Krok Khiao Kathi): This offering elevates the experience by encasing a smooth, creamy coconut pudding filling within a sweet, aromatic pandan muffin base, delivering a rich, complex mouthfeel.
Beyond Sweets: A Full Thai Buffet Experience
To complement the specialized dessert offering, the Regent Hong Kong’s Harbourside kitchen will integrate a range of seasonal, limited-time Thai savory specials into its regular buffet spread. This expansion aims to provide guests with a comprehensive taste journey through Thailand’s diverse culinary landscape, from savory appetizers and main courses to these much-anticipated desserts.
Booking Details and Pricing
The Kanomsiam residency is scheduled for a strict 14-day duration, serving guests exclusively at the Harbourside restaurant within the Regent Hong Kong. Advance booking is strongly recommended due to the limited nature of the event.
The Kanomsiam treats will be available during all specified buffet timings:
Lunch Buffet (Monday to Friday, 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM): Adults HK$558, Children HK$318
Weekend/Holiday Lunch Buffet (Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM): Adults HK$698, Children HK$418
Dinner Buffet (Monday to Friday, and Sunday, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM): Adults HK$998, Children HK$598
Saturday and Public Holiday Dinner Buffet (Two Seatings):
- First Seating: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- Second Seating: 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM
(Pricing for Saturday dinner remains Adults HK$998, Children HK$598 for both sessions.)
This event provides Hong Kong residents and visitors a unique opportunity to engage with Thailand’s authentic culinary heritage through one of its most celebrated dessert brands. Reservations can be made through the Regent Hong Kong’s official booking channels. Guests are advised to review all terms and conditions upon booking, as prices and availability are subject to change.