When it comes to the “World’s Best” Basque cheesecake, many say that the one produced by the neighborhood dumpling shop “Home Back” in Sham Shui Po is the real deal! This dumpling shop, without fancy decorations or internet celebrity endorsements, actually has a Japanese chef making the cheesecake. Many people come here specifically for this cheesecake, often lining up outside the door, and it’s already fully booked by noon on weekdays!
The cheesecake for dine-in comes in two flavors daily, original (HK$28/piece) and paired with other flavors (HK$33/piece). Currently, pistachio flavor is being introduced, while past flavors include matcha, hojicha, and rum raisin. The texture of the original flavor is very soft and smooth, not quite the flowing texture of a half-cooked one, but by Basque cheesecake standards, it is already very impressive. It has a cheesy aroma and a moderate level of sweetness.
Pistachio flavor is very prominent because of the nut ingredients, its soft texture is not very obvious, but it is also very smooth and soft, and the pistachio flavor is very outstanding. The overall quality is high, but the price is almost half cheaper than the average café, it is definitely a “world-class” in terms of value for money. In addition, you can pre-order a 6-inch whole cake, with original flavor (HK$200), or other flavors (HK$240), just call the store two days in advance to reserve.
When you come to the store, you can also try dumplings, with a variety of fillings to choose from, either in soup or pan-fried. The set meal can be paired with Japanese rice balls, with burdock shreds and meat, tasting like a Japanese home-cooked dish. This dumpling shop is truly a “hidden gem”!
Address: 211 Ki Lung Street, Sham Shui Po
Opening Hours: 11am – 9pm, Closed on Wednesdays
Phone: 2397 8131
