Taipei has a ton of cafes. But few are as spacious and tranquil and open as early as powder workshop. Granted, 9am might not seem particularly early for non-Taiwanese people, but trust, this is a gem in the Taipei cafe scene when most tend to open around noon.

Just a couple blocks away from the chaos that is Yong Kang Street and Dong Men Market, powder workshop is on a quieter alley, and a stark contrast from the cafes in the area that might have more “character” in terms of the decor and more extensive menus (Taiwanese people tend to take their coffee with full meals lol), but that’s exactly what makes it worth a visit. powder workshop keeps it simple. A simple menu of coffees and drinks. A simple selection of sweet and savory eats. A simple space with white walls and wood furnishings.

It’s a comfortable space without the frills and decor and themes that other cafes boast. But of course it still has its specialty, the very Instagram-friendly “milo mountain,” a chocolate malt powder drink popular in Australia and Southeast Asia, for anyone with a sweet tooth.