Imperial Patisserie, founded in 2018, is a local brand rooted in Hong Kong. As a representative of high-end pastries in Hong Kong, it inherits a century-old baking craftsmanship through meticulous artistry, selecting high-quality ingredients from around the world to create classic souvenirs that blend tradition and modernity, embodying the transmission and innovation of Hong Kong’s pastry culture. With exceptional craftsmanship, Imperial Patisserie’s lava mooncakes have won the highest honor, the “Grand Gold Award,” at the Monde Selection for eighth consecutive years since 2019, making it the only Hong Kong brand recognized globally for both lava and traditional mooncakes.
In the 2026 “Monde Selection,” Imperial Patisserie’s traditional mooncakes, lava mooncakes, palmiers, egg rolls, and crispy cookies all received the “Grand Gold Award.” This achievement marks the first time in the 65-year history of the award that a Hong Kong pastry brand has simultaneously won the highest honors for both mooncakes and the pastry series.
Imperial Patisserie operates its own factory and has assembled a team of renowned pastry masters, including Yip Wing Hah, the original creator of custard mooncakes at the Peninsula Hotel, have developed the innovative “Four Stage Temperature Control Precision Baking Methods” to create Hong Kong’s No.1 Most Loved Palmiers*.
The A.A. Taste Awards has honored Imperial Patisserie by naming it one of the “Best 100” global food manufacturers.
As of today, Imperial Patisserie has established up to 40 shops across Hong Kong, with a network that spans the entire region.
*According to the results of a December 2025 Yahoo Hong Kong survey on palmiers.
Ming Artisan – Hong Kong Pastry Gift Specialists
Ming Artisan, as Imperial Patisserie’s international brand, positions high-end Hong Kong pastries as “cultural ambassadors.” It blends the Eastern aesthetics of gift-giving with the philosophy of life, conveying the warmth and wisdom of Chinese culture to the world.
Based in Hong Kong, Ming Artisan upholds the extraordinary baking craftsmanship of Imperial Patisserie. Serving as a “cultural ambassador” through high-end Hong Kong pastries, the brand blends the Oriental aesthetics of gifting with lifestyle philosophy to share the warmth and wisdom of Chinese culture with the world. Ming Artisan has established more than 5 self-operated boutiques and over 100 sales points across China, building a retail network that spans major cities such as Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Ningbo, Guangzhou, and Hainan.
Sales Network of Ming Artisan in Mainland China
Delivery to Mainland China
Imperial Patisserie is currently offering a direct shipping service from Hong Kong to Mainland China for our Hong Kong Special Edition Pastry Gift Boxes. You can purchase these gift boxes for your family and friends in Mainland China at the following special promotional prices, which already include shipping fees.
All pastry gift boxes shipped directly to Mainland China belong to Ming Artisan, the cross-border brand under Imperial Patisserie. They are 100% made in Hong Kong with guaranteed quality, giving you absolute peace of mind when gifting.
Key Milestones in the Group’s Growth
2018
Imperial Patisserie Group was established
Imperial Patisserie Group was founded with a self-owned factory spanning over 100,000 square feet in Hong Kong. The factory is constructed in accordance with GMP standards and has obtained ISO22000:2018 and HACCP management system certifications.
2019
The first Imperial Patisserie shop opened in Hong Kong
Imperial Patisserie Hong Kong opened its first store in Tsim Sha Tsui, marking a significant milestone in the group's business development.
The Lava Custard Mooncake has won the first world award
The Lava Custard Mooncakes launched by the Imperial Patisserie team have won the highest "Grand Gold Award" at the "Monde Selection" for the first time, making it the first Lava Custard Mooncake series in Hong Kong to receive this honor.
2020
Received Halal Certification
Achieved internationally recognized Halal certification, proving that our mooncake and pastries don't contain pork, lard, or their processed ingredients. It has undergone rigorous review by the certification body to ensure that the source of ingredients, production process, packaging, storage, and other items comply with Halal standards.
Launched the Low Sugar Egg Custard Mooncake Series
Imperial Patisserie launches a Low Sugar Egg Custard Mooncake Series to cater to different needs.
Introduced the First Tonggwoji Series
Introducing the Tonggwoji Series, allowing classic Chinese pastries to be presented with a new look, promoting and inheriting Chinese food culture.
2021
Selected as gifts for HKSAR Government celebrations
In 2021 and 2022, Imperial Patisserie was invited by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government for two consecutive years to become the designated VIP gift brand for the Hong Kong SAR's anniversary and National Day celebrations.
Hong Kong shops reached 28
Imperial Patisserie's Hong Kong shops have increased to 28, with a network covering many districts throughout Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories.
2022
The Ming Artisan was established
Imperial Patisserie created the overseas brand "Ming Artisan" , focusing on the Mainland and overseas markets, actively exploring international opportunities.
2023
Introduced the first Hong Kong Stories Series
Imperial Patisserie launches the Hong Kong Stories Series, promoting local cultural characteristics and showcasing Hong Kong's unique oriental charm.
2024
Launched Hong Kong's first "Low Sugar Lava Mooncake"
After more than three years of research and development, the team launched Hong Kong's first "Low Sugar Lava Custard Mooncake" series with a sugar content of less than 5%. Each piece contains as little as 1.1 grams of sugar, balancing health and deliciousness.
Imperial Patisserie and Ming Artisan received further honors
Imperial Patisserie and Ming Yue both awarded the highest honor, the Three-Star Award at the AA Taste Awards. Additionally, selected as one of the "Best 100," becoming one of the world's top 100 outstanding food producers.
Ming Artisan has officially entered the mainland market
In May, the first shop was opened in Lujiazui Center in Shanghai, followed by new shops in Shanghai Langham Hotel, Shanghai Jiuguang Department shop and Shanghai North Bund Raffles City Plaza.
2025
Imperial Patisserie and Ming Artisan officially entered Hong Kong Ocean Park
Imperial Patisserie and Ming Artisan shops have officially landed in Hong Kong Ocean Park, launching the only official co-branded Panda series, with a portion of the proceeds donated to charity for conservation purposes.
Ming Artisan opened the First Store in Guangzhou
Ming Artisan opened its first store in Guangzhou's Parc Central, actively expanding its market. To date (2025), the number of stores in China has increased to 7, continuing to expand its presence.
Imperial Patisserie entered Ngong Ping 360
Imperial Patisserie has arrived at Hong Kong's famous Ngong Ping 360, allowing more tourists to discover and taste Hong Kong pastries, passing on authentic flavors.
2026
Awarded the "Grand Gold Award" for 8 consecutive years
Imperial Patisserie’s Lava Mooncakes is the only ones globally to have won the highest "Grand Gold Award" at the Monde Selection World Quality Awards for 8 consecutive years, making it a prestigious Hong Kong brand.
Hong Kong's largest handmade palmier
Imperial Patisserie has grandly unveiled "Hong Kong's largest handmade palmier" a magnificent giant pastry weighing an impressive 10.2 pounds and measuring 54 cm in length, 6 cm in width, and 40 cm in height, perfectly showcasing the brand's extraordinary baking craftsmanship.
brand-new "Imperial Tea Series"
Imperial Patisserie has launched its brand-new "Imperial Tea Series," crafting the ultimate perfection of tea with exquisite artistry. Every tea in this series is rooted in the brand's five core philosophies, featuring mini tea bricks meticulously pressed from whole tea leaves and baked at high temperatures to lock in a rich, profound tea aroma.
“Abundance Series” for Mid-Autumn 2026 – A Single Box Featuring Mooncakes, Pastries, and Tea
“Abundance Series” – a revolutionary gifting concept that combines three delights in one box: signature mooncakes, fine tea, and artisanal pastries. Designed to please every generation at the family table, the series fulfils the brand’s vision of “Imperial Patisserie, a Perfect Mid-Autumn.”
About Us
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Crafted in Hong Kong,
Gifted to the World.
Imperial Patisserie, founded in 2018, is a local brand rooted in Hong Kong. As a representative of high-end pastries in Hong Kong, it inherits a century-old baking craftsmanship through meticulous artistry, selecting high-quality ingredients from around the world to create classic souvenirs that blend tradition and modernity, embodying the transmission and innovation of Hong Kong’s pastry culture. With exceptional craftsmanship, Imperial Patisserie’s lava mooncakes have won the highest honor, the “Grand Gold Award,” at the Monde Selection for eighth consecutive years since 2019, making it the only Hong Kong brand recognized globally for both lava and traditional mooncakes.
In the 2026 “Monde Selection,” Imperial Patisserie’s traditional mooncakes, lava mooncakes, palmiers, egg rolls, and crispy cookies all received the “Grand Gold Award.” This achievement marks the first time in the 65-year history of the award that a Hong Kong pastry brand has simultaneously won the highest honors for both mooncakes and the pastry series.
Imperial Patisserie operates its own factory and has assembled a team of renowned pastry masters, including Yip Wing Hah, the original creator of custard mooncakes at the Peninsula Hotel, have developed the innovative “Four Stage Temperature Control Precision Baking Methods” to create Hong Kong’s No.1 Most Loved Palmiers*.
The A.A. Taste Awards has honored Imperial Patisserie by naming it one of the “Best 100” global food manufacturers.
As of today, Imperial Patisserie has established up to 40 shops across Hong Kong, with a network that spans the entire region.
*According to the results of a December 2025 Yahoo Hong Kong survey on palmiers.
Ming Artisan – Hong Kong Pastry Gift Specialists
Ming Artisan, as Imperial Patisserie’s international brand, positions high-end Hong Kong pastries as “cultural ambassadors.” It blends the Eastern aesthetics of gift-giving with the philosophy of life, conveying the warmth and wisdom of Chinese culture to the world.
Based in Hong Kong, Ming Artisan upholds the extraordinary baking craftsmanship of Imperial Patisserie. Serving as a “cultural ambassador” through high-end Hong Kong pastries, the brand blends the Oriental aesthetics of gifting with lifestyle philosophy to share the warmth and wisdom of Chinese culture with the world. Ming Artisan has established more than 5 self-operated boutiques and over 100 sales points across China, building a retail network that spans major cities such as Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Ningbo, Guangzhou, and Hainan.
Sales Network of Ming Artisan in Mainland China
Delivery to Mainland China
Imperial Patisserie is currently offering a direct shipping service from Hong Kong to Mainland China for our Hong Kong Special Edition Pastry Gift Boxes. You can purchase these gift boxes for your family and friends in Mainland China at the following special promotional prices, which already include shipping fees.
All pastry gift boxes shipped directly to Mainland China belong to Ming Artisan, the cross-border brand under Imperial Patisserie. They are 100% made in Hong Kong with guaranteed quality, giving you absolute peace of mind when gifting.
Key Milestones in the Group’s Growth
Imperial Patisserie Group was established
Imperial Patisserie Group was founded with a self-owned factory spanning over 100,000 square feet in Hong Kong. The factory is constructed in accordance with GMP standards and has obtained ISO22000:2018 and HACCP management system certifications.
The first Imperial Patisserie shop opened in Hong Kong
Imperial Patisserie Hong Kong opened its first store in Tsim Sha Tsui, marking a significant milestone in the group's business development.
The Lava Custard Mooncake has won the first world award
The Lava Custard Mooncakes launched by the Imperial Patisserie team have won the highest "Grand Gold Award" at the "Monde Selection" for the first time, making it the first Lava Custard Mooncake series in Hong Kong to receive this honor.
Received Halal Certification
Achieved internationally recognized Halal certification, proving that our mooncake and pastries don't contain pork, lard, or their processed ingredients. It has undergone rigorous review by the certification body to ensure that the source of ingredients, production process, packaging, storage, and other items comply with Halal standards.
Launched the Low Sugar Egg Custard Mooncake Series
Imperial Patisserie launches a Low Sugar Egg Custard Mooncake Series to cater to different needs.
Introduced the First Tonggwoji Series
Introducing the Tonggwoji Series, allowing classic Chinese pastries to be presented with a new look, promoting and inheriting Chinese food culture.
Selected as gifts for HKSAR Government celebrations
In 2021 and 2022, Imperial Patisserie was invited by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government for two consecutive years to become the designated VIP gift brand for the Hong Kong SAR's anniversary and National Day celebrations.
Hong Kong shops reached 28
Imperial Patisserie's Hong Kong shops have increased to 28, with a network covering many districts throughout Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories.
The Ming Artisan was established
Imperial Patisserie created the overseas brand "Ming Artisan" , focusing on the Mainland and overseas markets, actively exploring international opportunities.
Introduced the first Hong Kong Stories Series
Imperial Patisserie launches the Hong Kong Stories Series, promoting local cultural characteristics and showcasing Hong Kong's unique oriental charm.
Launched Hong Kong's first "Low Sugar Lava Mooncake"
After more than three years of research and development, the team launched Hong Kong's first "Low Sugar Lava Custard Mooncake" series with a sugar content of less than 5%. Each piece contains as little as 1.1 grams of sugar, balancing health and deliciousness.
Imperial Patisserie and Ming Artisan received further honors
Imperial Patisserie and Ming Yue both awarded the highest honor, the Three-Star Award at the AA Taste Awards. Additionally, selected as one of the "Best 100," becoming one of the world's top 100 outstanding food producers.
Ming Artisan has officially entered the mainland market
In May, the first shop was opened in Lujiazui Center in Shanghai, followed by new shops in Shanghai Langham Hotel, Shanghai Jiuguang Department shop and Shanghai North Bund Raffles City Plaza.
Imperial Patisserie and Ming Artisan officially entered Hong Kong Ocean Park
Imperial Patisserie and Ming Artisan shops have officially landed in Hong Kong Ocean Park, launching the only official co-branded Panda series, with a portion of the proceeds donated to charity for conservation purposes.
Ming Artisan opened the First Store in Guangzhou
Ming Artisan opened its first store in Guangzhou's Parc Central, actively expanding its market. To date (2025), the number of stores in China has increased to 7, continuing to expand its presence.
Imperial Patisserie entered Ngong Ping 360
Imperial Patisserie has arrived at Hong Kong's famous Ngong Ping 360, allowing more tourists to discover and taste Hong Kong pastries, passing on authentic flavors.
Awarded the "Grand Gold Award" for 8 consecutive years
Imperial Patisserie’s Lava Mooncakes is the only ones globally to have won the highest "Grand Gold Award" at the Monde Selection World Quality Awards for 8 consecutive years, making it a prestigious Hong Kong brand.
Hong Kong's largest handmade palmier
Imperial Patisserie has grandly unveiled "Hong Kong's largest handmade palmier" a magnificent giant pastry weighing an impressive 10.2 pounds and measuring 54 cm in length, 6 cm in width, and 40 cm in height, perfectly showcasing the brand's extraordinary baking craftsmanship.
brand-new "Imperial Tea Series"
Imperial Patisserie has launched its brand-new "Imperial Tea Series," crafting the ultimate perfection of tea with exquisite artistry. Every tea in this series is rooted in the brand's five core philosophies, featuring mini tea bricks meticulously pressed from whole tea leaves and baked at high temperatures to lock in a rich, profound tea aroma.
“Abundance Series” for Mid-Autumn 2026 – A Single Box Featuring Mooncakes, Pastries, and Tea
“Abundance Series” – a revolutionary gifting concept that combines three delights in one box: signature mooncakes, fine tea, and artisanal pastries. Designed to please every generation at the family table, the series fulfils the brand’s vision of “Imperial Patisserie, a Perfect Mid-Autumn.”