Hong Kong, September 2026 — Lady M, the celebrated patisserie known for its delicate mille-crêpe cakes, is introducing a new seasonal creation that bridges British nostalgia and French pastry craftsmanship. The brand has reimagined the beloved English banoffee pie, infusing it with refined technique and elegant presentation, and is now rolling it out across all its Hong Kong and Macau locations.
A Fresh Take on a Timeless Treat
The new Banana Toffee Pie represents a deliberate departure from overly sweet desserts. Lady M’s in-house development team spent months fine-tuning the recipe to achieve a lighter, more balanced profile. The result maintains the rich caramel and banana flavours of the traditional version while reducing cloying sweetness, making it suitable for a sophisticated afternoon tea experience.
“We wanted to honour the classic while elevating it with French pastry techniques,” a Lady M spokesperson noted. “Every element, from the hand-crafted caramel to the chocolate sponge, is designed to create harmony of taste and texture.”
Layered Visuals and Handcrafted Components
The pie’s visual appeal is immediately striking. The top layer features banana cream piped into concentric, petal-like rings, finished with 70% dark chocolate shavings for a hint of bitterness and delicate gold leaf accents. At the centre sits a deep amber caramel mirror glaze, adding a polished, luxurious sheen.
Inside, the structure reveals meticulous preparation. Each morning, pastry chefs prepare the signature toffee caramel sauce from scratch in the bakery, avoiding pre-made mixes. This slow-cooked sauce is then layered with ripe banana slices featuring faint brown spots—indicating peak sweetness—and a thin layer of dark chocolate sponge cake. The sponge introduces a subtle bitter note that offsets the caramel’s richness. The base is a crisp, deep-roasted pastry shell with wavy edges, offering a satisfying crunch against the creamy filling.
Pricing and Availability
Lady M’s Banana Toffee Pie launched in Hong Kong on 17 September 2026, with Macau following on 19 September 2026. The dessert is available at all Lady M boutiques across both territories, though individual slices are produced in limited daily quantities.
- Slice price: HK$69 (Hong Kong) / MOP 79 (Macau)
- Whole 6-inch pie: HK$480
- Whole 9-inch pie: HK$690 (Hong Kong) / MOP 790 (Macau)
- Online pre-orders for whole cakes opened on 17 September, with the earliest pick-up date on 23 September.
Lady M encourages customers to order in advance for celebrations or gatherings, especially given the limited slice availability.
Why This Dessert Matters
The banoffee pie—a combination of banana, toffee, and cream—originated in England in the 1970s and has since become a pub and café staple worldwide. Lady M’s interpretation brings it into the realm of fine patisserie, demonstrating that classic comfort desserts can evolve without losing their soul. The emphasis on house-made components and visual artistry also reflects a broader trend in Hong Kong’s dessert scene: consumers increasingly seek authenticity and craftsmanship over convenience.
For dessert lovers looking to try something beyond the usual mille-crêpe, this limited-edition pie offers a rare opportunity to experience a reimagined classic from a world-class brand. Those interested can visit the Lady M website or any boutique to place orders.
Lady M operates multiple locations in Hong Kong including Causeway Bay, Tsim Sha Tsui, and Central, as well as in Macau. For more information, visit the official website.