The Forest Bakery+ lands at K11 Art Mall in Tsim Sha Tsui, introducing an inventive hybrid that merges two beloved pastries into one groundbreaking creation.
Hong Kong’s pastry scene has reached a delicious turning point. The Forest Bakery+, the latest concept store from popular bakery brand Forest Bakery, has officially opened its doors at K11 Art Mall in Tsim Sha Tsui—and it’s already turning heads with an unprecedented menu item that pastry enthusiasts won’t want to miss.
The star attraction? A Hong Kong-first “Crispy Pineapple Bun Choux Pastry” that seamlessly fuses the iconic pineapple bun (bo lo bao) with the light, airy texture of Japanese-style choux. Priced at HK$18 per piece or HK$60 for four, this inventive creation draws inspiration from Osaka’s famed crispy choux pastry, wrapping a buttery custard filling inside a crackling pineapple bun crust.
U Food reporters visited the store for an exclusive first look, discovering that the hybrid pastry comes in four crowd-pleasing flavours: classic vanilla, tangy strawberry, rich black sesame, and the ever-popular pistachio. Each pastry is baked on-site, and reporters noted that the pistachio variant delivers an exceptionally nutty aroma that makes it a standout choice.
Beyond the Hybrid: A Menu of Creative Twists
The new concept store doesn’t stop at one innovation. The “Tableside Torched Caramel Pudding Pineapple Bun” (HK$24) takes the classic sweet bun to new heights. A smooth vanilla pudding is piped into a warm pineapple bun, topped with sugar, and torched until golden and caramelised. The contrast between the warm bun, cold pudding, and crackling caramel top creates a dessert experience reminiscent of crème brûlée.
For savoury enthusiasts, the “Char Siu with Runny Egg Pineapple Bun” (HK$22) delivers a hearty fusion. Tender honey-glazed barbecued pork with caramelised edges is paired with a perfectly runny egg, all encased in the signature crispy pineapple bun shell. It’s a nostalgic nod to Hong Kong’s beloved cha chaan teng flavours, reimagined for modern palates.
A Baker’s French Connection Meets Hong Kong Street Food
Owner and pastry chef Jerry Tsang brings a unique pedigree to the brand. After training in France, he returned to Hong Kong to infuse traditional French puff pastry techniques into local flavours—a philosophy that previously earned the bakery viral fame on Threads.
The bakery’s earlier thousand-layer puff pastry series went viral for its inventive combinations, including a fish siu mai thousand-layer pastry (HK$26) served with mentaiko and XO sauce. Other popular variants include char siu pineapple puff, milk and jam puff, taro mochi puff, Hong Kong-style hot dog puff, and the fish siu mai creation that sparked queues when first launched.
Merchandise and Grand Opening Promotions
The Forest Bakery+ has also ventured into branded merchandise for the first time. A dedicated photo zone featuring an adorable pineapple bun character invites customers to snap pictures, while a range of plush toys and accessories are available for purchase.
Opening promotions include:
- Spend HK$100 to purchase a small pineapple bun plush at HK$60, or a large version at HK$98
- Spend HK$200 to receive a free Hong Kong-style bread keychain
Expansion Plans and What’s Next
The Tsim Sha Tsui concept store operates daily from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM at K11 Art Mall, B1/F, Kiosk 17. It is scheduled to run from April 20, 2026, to April 21, 2027.
Beyond this pop-up, Forest Bakery has announced its first Hong Kong Island location, set to open in mid-June 2026 at Taikoo Shing Centre. That outlet will introduce a new sourdough bread and toast series, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking naturally fermented, easily digestible options. The Taikoo Shing store will also feature hand-rolled egg rolls in original, pistachio, and hazelnut flavours, with fillings piped by hand for extra crispness.
As Hong Kong’s bakery landscape continues to evolve, The Forest Bakery+ represents a bold step forward—proving that even the most cherished local classics can be reinvented for a new generation of food lovers. Whether you’re a purist who treasures tradition or an adventurer seeking the next big thing, this new concept store offers something worth queuing for.