Japanese influences reimagine Australia’s lamington dessert

Dessert lovers residing in Japan could also be shocked to search out that the primary Google search end result for “Tokyo lamington” shouldn’t be an outlet within the metropolis, however reasonably the web site of a Sydney-based artisan bakery redefining the standard Australian deal with.

Regardless of the flagship retailer’s location, nevertheless, Tokyo Lamington has vital hyperlinks with Japan. Its idea was dreamt up by founders Eddie Stewart and Min Chai whereas working the N2 Brunch Membership within the Tokyo enterprise district of Nihonbashi, the place they started experimenting within the kitchen by infusing the nostalgic sq. muffins with distinctive flavors.

Opened by the pair in 2018, the cafe serves staple Australian brunch gadgets corresponding to avocado toast and seasonal hotcakes with lamingtons additionally on the menu. The idea of making a specialty retailer for the modest dessert, nevertheless, was initially deliberate for Tokyo.