Hong Kong’s beloved Taiwanese restaurant chain Check In Taipei 臺北棧 has launched a striking “Purple Wave” menu, transforming its signature dishes into violet-hued indulgences featuring ube (purple yam) and taro. The collection includes a highly anticipated collaboration with local bakery “享樂” (Heung Lok) and spans savory tarts, creamy milk desserts, and a revamped taro latte—available now at its Tsim Sha Tsui and Causeway Bay locations.
A Feast for the Eyes and the Palate
From early June 2026, dessert enthusiasts across Hong Kong have been flocking to Check In Taipei’s two outposts to experience a limited-time lineup that celebrates two of Taiwan’s most beloved purple ingredients. The restaurant chain, known for blending modern flair with traditional Taiwanese flavors, has rolled out five exclusive items—each designed to showcase the earthy sweetness and vivid color of ube and taro.
The highlight of the promotion is the Taro Mochi French Toast (HK$118), a joint creation with popular bakery 享樂. The dish uses a custom-made purple sweet potato bread from the bakery, which is soaked overnight in a taro-infused milk and egg batter. After being baked until golden and crisp on the outside while staying soft inside, the toast is layered with a taro milk foam, dusted with purple sweet potato powder, and stuffed with chewy milk mochi. A homemade caramel cornflake topping adds crunch. Available only after 3:00 PM on weekdays and all day on weekends, this item is produced in limited quantities.
Full Menu Breakdown
The “Purple Wave” series runs across three categories:
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Taro Pineapple Cake Mochi Egg Tart (HK$68 each) – A buttery tart shell filled with classic Taiwan golden diamond pineapple filling, then topped with taro custard and a taro milk foam crown dusted with purple yam powder. The foam slowly melts over the hot tart for a velvety finish.
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Coconut Shredded Taro Milk Mochi / Oreo Taro Milk Mochi (HK$108 per serving) – The restaurant’s popular milk mochi gets a taro twist. Diners can choose between a coating of shredded coconut or crushed Oreo cookies.
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Taro Milk Foam Taro Milk (HK$58 per cup) – An upgraded version of the existing taro milk drink, now crowned with a thick taro milk foam. The drink doubles down on taro aroma and offers a smoother texture.
Where to Find Them
Check In Taipei’s Tsim Sha Tsui location (Shop 2204-6, 2/F, Gateway Arcade, Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Road) serves all five new items. The Causeway Bay branch (Shop 7, 4/F, World Trade Centre, 280 Gloucester Road) offers a shorter selection featuring only the Taro Pineapple Cake Mochi Egg Tart and the Taro Milk Foam Taro Milk.
For those craving more purple-hued classics, the regular menu already includes crowd favorites such as the Dirty Taro Salted Egg Egg Crepe, Salted Egg Taro Balls, and Taro Tiramisu.
Expert Insight and Practical Tips
According to the restaurant’s culinary team, the collaboration with 享樂 was born from a mutual passion for texture-driven desserts. “We wanted to create a dessert that feels like a journey—crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, with layers of taro flavor that unfold with each bite,” a spokesperson explained.
Key takeaways for diners:
- Arrive early—the Taro Mochi French Toast is limited and often sells out by mid-afternoon.
- The Tsim Sha Tsui store offers the full experience; Causeway Bay is better for a quick taro latte fix.
- Prices are subject to change, and all promotions are while stocks last.
The Bigger Picture
This purple-themed launch taps into a broader global trend of colorful, photogenic desserts driven by social media culture. Ube and taro, rich in antioxidants and naturally vibrant, have seen a surge in popularity across Asia and North America. By pairing these ingredients with playful textures and local collaborations, Check In Taipei continues to position itself as a destination for innovative Taiwanese comfort food.
As the “Purple Wave” runs for a limited time, fans of both classic and contemporary Taiwanese sweets will want to act fast—or risk watching the last mochi tart vanish from the display case.