Delicious twists on perfect matcha treats in Edmonton

Matcha is a Japanese full leaf tea that’s crushed into a potent caffeine and vitamin rich powder. In recent years, matcha has become not only popular as a drink, but as a flavour enhancer in various foods. It’s got a bitter kick that can be amazing on its own, and when blended with something sweet, creates a memorable balance. [Image credit:i Stock.com/Jordanlye]

By Caroline Barlott

Frida Antojitos Mexicanos

1

12411 Stony Plain Rd Nw, Edmonton, AB T5N 3N3

• Phone Number
  • 780-732-4832Primary
• Directions

This shop carries everything needed to make the perfect cup of matcha at home – from the powder to the whisk. But they also offer the chance to have matcha green tea right at the store, and occasionally offer other types of goodies with a matcha twist, including smoothies infused with matcha.

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Yokozuna Japanese Restaurant

• Phone Number
  • 780-431-1508Primary
• Menu

Yokozuna sometimes offers a really unique matcha treat on its menu – matcha tiramisu. Matcha powder is mixed in between the layers of the dessert, along with liqueur that’s also been infused with the tea for slightly bitter and enticing kick.

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Whimsical Cake Studio Inc

2

8211 102 St Nw, Edmonton, AB T6E 4A5

• Phone Number
  • 780-988-2253Primary
• Directions

You can see some of the beautiful handiwork of Whimsical Cake Studio right when you walk in the door. A glass display case shows off cupcakes piled high with icing, and a beautiful cake decorated with ornate flowers, but it’s probably the flavours inside that will be particularly memorable. They even have a matcha buttercream frosting that’ll literally be the icing on your cake.

This business is featured in the following Smart Lists:

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Wild Earth Bakery & Cafe

3

8902 99 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 3V4

• Phone Number
  • 780-425-8423Primary
• Directions
• Menu

Wild Earth Bakery & Café’s five locations offer several cakes that almost look too good to eat – the green tea and ginger cake is one prime example. But, once you sink your fork into this white cake with a green tea Italian buttercream frosting, I’m sure you’ll get over it. The bitter notes of matcha mix well with the sweetness of the cakes and hints of ginger.

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More from Caroline Barlott

Caroline Barlott is a writer whose work has appeared in magazines such as Canadian Geographic, Discover and Avenue. In her spare time, she practices yoga, travels with her husband and takes photos of her pampered cat.

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