I recently took another trip to Hong Kong and encountered a pleasant and tranquil surprise. In the middle of one of the world’s most international financial capitals and densely populated cities is The World Peace Cafe in Hong Kong. Located on the ground floor of the building that houses the Kadampa Meditation Center Hong Kong is a cafe “inspired by the vision of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, and dedicated to world peace.”
To my delight, I was brought to The World Peace Cafe by some wonderful friends to find that the cafe serves organic vegetarian food, fresh juices, and herbal teas. In the cafe is also a small shop section with books and health foods for purchase. And during the weekday lunch hour, it was packed. There are even some tables that get pulled out into the shop area just to accommodate the crowd and neatly folded away during quieter times.
There are several set menu options available, mixing and combining the choice of soup, appetizer, entree, and a drink or smoothie. I happily decided on humus, the vegetable sandwich, and tea. The humus was chunky, thick, and flavorful with perfectly warmed sesame pita and some spices as garnish. The open-face vegetable sandwich came with a small side of fries, cous-cous, and cabbage; however, the most memorable was not the perfectly grilled veggies, but the generously spread pesto that coated the bread. For HK$88, I couldn’t even finish my sandwich after the humus!
If you find yourself in Hong Kong, either as a destination or as a travel hub, make some time to enjoy this cafe and contribute a small part for world peace!
The World Peace Cafe
21-23 Tai Wong Street East, Wan Chai, HK
香港灣仔大王東街21-23號地下
Monday-Saturday 12:00 noon – 3:00pm
Friday-Saturday 6:30pm – 9:30pm
(Closed on Sundays and public holidays)
+852 2527-5870
