Katsute 100 - Review - Islington - London - The Infatuation
"Katsute 100 is a Japanese tearoom in Angel that’s so peaceful—all mismatched wood and wonky ceramics—we almost want to shield its eyes from the nearby Blank Street Coffee. Shoppers swap the bustle of Camden Passage for the pretty garden out back, phones are pocketed, book-readers perch on wooden stools and pick at impressive matcha crêpe cakes, and the front windows are primed for people-watching while sipping nutty hojicha lattes. Come midweek to guarantee a seat, and order the not-too-sweet Mont Blanc tart. photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch Pause Unmute Food Rundown Mont Blanc Tart Katsute 100’s tart is much less sweet than the versions you might be used to from a French patisserie, and leans more heavily on the natural earthy sweetness of the chestnuts, which we like. The purée is smooth and glossy, and the sponge light and airy. It’s perfect with a cup of coffee. photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch Matcha Crepe Cake It might be their signature cake, but impressive layering aside, we’ve found this dessert to be hit and miss. There’s been too much powdery matcha on occasion which has made it unpleasant to eat. photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch" - Sinéad Cranna
