Ube is having a main character moment this summer, and Hong Kong’s dessert scene is leaning all the way in with their versions of this popular purple yam from the Philippines. From a limited-time froyo collab to a striking cake in Central, these newly announced ube creations are giving foodies plenty of reasons to chase that signature nutty, vanilla-like flavor and eye-catching color.
First up, Drool Froyo at Elgin Street in Central is bringing back its crowd-favorite collab with Barkadaafter selling out in its initial run. Available for two weekends only, on June 19-21 and 26-28, 2026, from 1 PM to 10 PM (or until sold out), the Ube Sticky Rice Froyo (HK$55) layers Barkada’s house-made ube coconut sauce with purple yam sticky rice, fresh mango, and Drool Froyo’s creamy Greek frozen yogurt. It features a dreamy mix of earthy, nutty, and tropical flavors, all in a light, low-fat and low-sugar base that’s perfect for hot summer days.
As an added treat, guests who share a public Instagram story or feed post featuring the froyo and tag @Barkada.HK will receive a 10% off digital voucher (capped at HK$100 and valid until July 31, 2026) for their next visit to Barkada. Prefer to keep things private? Simply send Barkada a direct message with a photo of the froyo to enjoy the same reward.
For those in the mood for something celebratory, head to Vission Nine at Staunton Street for their vibrant Ube Coconut Cake. This tropical stunner features layers of ube buttermilk cake, rich ube halaya, and cream cheese filling, finished with light ube buttercream and coconut shreds. Available in 4-inch (HK$420), 6-inch (HK$800), and 9-inch (HK$1,400) sizes, it’s ideal for sharing with loved ones. It also comes with a free chocolate plaque option for those who want to add a custom message.
Still craving more ube? Head to Holy Gaw in Wan Chai for its cult-favorite Ube Ice Cream Sandwich with Pandan Pandesal and Ube Basque Cheesecake to turn your day into a full-on purple dessert crawl. Although not new on the menu, these two honorable mentions have earned their cult status for being must-try desserts that helped put the Filipino restaurant on the map.
With limited-time drops, tropical flavors, and that unmistakable purple glow, these ube treats are basically summer in a spoon (or slice) so don't miss out!
Locations:
Drool Froyo, 14 Elgin St, Central, Hong Kong
Barkada, 25 Elgin St, Central, Hong Kong
Vission Nine, LGF, 9 Staunton St, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong
Holy Gaw, G/F, 15 Swatow St, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
