Markham's dessert scene is a city in itself. From traditional Hong Kong sweet soups to Korean shaved ice and Italian gelato — here are the spots locals genuinely love.
1. Sweet Together — Hong Kong dessert
Traditional Cantonese tong sui, mango pomelo sago, black sesame paste. A staple. See our hidden gems guide for more.
2. Mister Snow — Korean shaved ice (bingsu)
Mango bingsu, injeolmi (toasted rice powder), and matcha. Best for groups — order one bowl and share.
3. Hojicha Tea Lab — Japanese matcha desserts
Matcha soft serve, hojicha lattes, and Japanese-style castella cake. Refined.
4. La Diperie — Customizable soft serve
Belgian-style soft serve dipped in chocolate and rolled in your choice of toppings. Underrated for a casual treat.
5. Gelato Cup — Italian gelato
The most authentic gelato in Markham. Stracciatella, pistachio, and seasonal fruit flavours are exceptional.
6. Hi-Five Chicken & Waffles — Korean style
The dessert add-ons (Korean shaved ice, fried mochi balls) deserve their own visit, even without the chicken.
7. Truedan — Brown sugar boba milk
Counts as a dessert in our book. Best brown sugar boba in the city.
8. Honey & Co. — Honeycomb-themed desserts
Fresh honeycomb on everything from toast to ice cream. Worth the visit.
9. Pâtisserie Royale — French pastries
The kouign-amann is the move. The opera cake is a close second.
10. Demetres — Classic dessert chain
The chain that defined GTA dessert culture. Still strong. The chocolate fondue is the order if you're with a group.
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About the Author
Food & Dining Editor
Marcus Wong has been writing about food in the Greater Toronto Area for over a decade. Born in Hong Kong and raised in Unionville, he brings a lifelong appreciation for Cantonese and Pan-Asian cuisine to his restaurant reviews, alongside an enthusiasm for the increasingly diverse dining scene across Markham and Richmond Hill. He visits every restaurant he writes about, almost always more than once, and pays for his own meals.
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