[Recommended Cafe in Ganghwa Island] Cafe Talkraphy and Cafe Daruzi

Let's put the coffee aside, and go for refreshing Ade with spectacular nature view in Ganghwa Island! In this post, we are going to recommend 2 cafes in Ganghwa Island.

#1 Cafe Talkraphy 

First of all, we want to introduce Cafe Talkraphy (토크라피), a cafe that is really difficult to find empty seats during the weekend.

The arch door at the white building presents a unique atmosphere. Please note that smoking is prohibited in the cafe, pets are not allowed, and outside food is not allowed in the cafe too.

When you open the door and enter the cafe, you will be able to smell the aroma of coffee. At Cafe Talkraphy, you have to, first, order at the counter when you enter the cafe.

After we have ordered our drinks at the counter, we went to choose the bakery. Cafe Talkraphy is famous for their yummylicious bakery so it is difficult to choose the bakery that we want to try. All the bread are mouthwatering! In addition, it is also very popular due to its interior and the amazing ocean view from the cafe.

The maroon table and chair, and the white wall present a vintage atmosphere in the cafe. Even the arched doorway itself is enough to create a unique atmosphere here. The attic space here is cute and romantic.

Cafe Talkraphy is a cafe with beautiful sea view of east coast of Ganghwa Island, so the window seats are really popular and more preferred by people. However, no matter where you sit, you will be able to feel the special atmosphere here.

It is recommended to try the purple Lavender Ade when you visit Cafe Talkraphy. It looks so attractive with the pretty color and the lavender scent.

You may also try Mugwort Latte, which is one of the popular drinks in Ganghwa Island, at Cafe Talkraphy. There are sweet red beans in Mugwort Latte, so remember to stir it before drinking it. This drink is available in hot and iced.

We bought the appetizing pistachio croissant filled with sugar powder, and sweet apple pie. The green cream on top of the croissant is pistachio that blends together with sugar powder, creating a sweet and light taste. It goes well with the drink. The apple pie is topped with sweet apple jam on top of the crispy pastry. It is so delicious that we could even eat 2 of the apple pies!

The outdoor seat under the tree with the view of Dongmak beach, is one of the popular seats in this cafe. The cool breeze from Dongmak breeza and the shades under tree forms a good picture. You can even take many nice pictures here with the sea as your background.

[Information about Talkraphy]

 

1. Getting there : At AREX Geomam Station, take bus #700  ▶ Get off at Onsu-ri stop, and take Bus #3 ▶ Get off at Haeoreum Minbak and walk 8 mins

 2. Address : 43-12 Haeannam-ro 1691beon-gil, Hwado-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Inheon

 3. Opening hours : 10:00 - 21:00 daily

 4. Off days : none  (opens all year round)

 5. Contact : +82-70-7607-1691

 6. Price : Mugwort lLate KRW 7,000 / Lavender Ade KRW 7,000 / Pistachio Croissant KRW 6,000 / Apple Pie KRW 3,000

#2 Cafe Daruzi 

You will surely be attracted to the beautiful Mediterranean-style garden when you enter this cafe. This place reminds us of Tasha Tudor's beautiful garden, where she walked barefoot in the beautiful garden and lived close to nature.

Since 1st July 2020, the cafe is operating as no-children zone where children aged 3 to 13 are not allowed in the cafe. Since the cafe is garden-themed, children may run around and get hurt. However, we shall respect the owner's decision.

This cafe is warm and cozy. The furniture blends well with the decoration and interior. It makes you feel so relaxed to just sit down and enjoy a drink.

The cafe uses only the specialty coffee and the dough of all the confectionery food is made directly at this cafe. Cafe Daruzi offers various types of seasonal cake and bread.

Since it was a warm day with sunshine and cool breeze on the day we visited, we took the seat under the tree. If you prefers other drinks than coffee, it is recommended to try the fresh and sweet Omija (Five flavor berry) Ade.

Besides that, we also ordered the sweet chocolate pound cake. It is filled with chocolate inside and outside, and it just melts inside our mouth.

Ready to enjoy flowers and trees while taking a sip of good coffee at this beautiful cafe? Visit Cafe Daruzi in Ganghwa Island when you come to Korea! You will definitely have a great relaxing time in this garden.

[Information about Cafe Daruzi]

 1.  Getting there : Get off at AREX Geomam Station, take bus #700-1  ▶  Get off at Seondu 1-ri stop, and walk 12 mins

 2. Address : 254-36 Manisan-ro, Gilsang-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

 3. Opening hours :  09:00 - 19:00 daily

 4. Contact : +82-32-937-0323

 5. Price Information : Americano KRW 6,000 / Omija Ade KRW 8,000 / Choco Pound KRW 4,000

*Note: To prevent the spread of COVID-19, please remember to keep 2m social distancing, wash hands frequently, obey cough etiquettes and wear a mask. Stay safe, everyone.

[Ganghwado Island] Dore Dore, Mahogany Cafe, Maehwa Mareum Cafe

Dore Dore, Mahogany Cafe

The garden in front of the cafe is filled with pure white daisy. Mahogany Cafe, filled with the waves of white flowers, is a photo spot in Ganghwado Island, and has become a popular place here too.

The official name of this "Pure Flower" is called Shasta Daisy. It is also called Shasta Chrysanthemum, which is a perennial plant of the chrysanthemum family, peaks in the month of June and July. Daisy means peace, rest, pureness and innocence in the language of flowers, which embodies loveliness that goes well with the flower.

Mahogany Cafe in Ganghwado Island is operated as a no-kids zone. Even though it is a no-kids zone, it is so popular and crowded, and is hard to find empty seats on both weekdays and weekends. Same goes to Dore Dore that is located right next to Mahogany Cafe. Dore Dore has a huge outdoor terrace so you can enjoy some drinks there, and move on the enjoy the flowers in front of Mahogany Cafe.

Dore Dore cakes

Dore Dore cafe is famous for its colorful cakes, and the Ganghwa-do branch is the main brand of Dore Dore. You must be wondering these colourful cakes aren't good for health, right? Don't worry because the cakes are made from natural ingredients.

When we visited this cafe, the rainbow cake, which is the signature menu of Dore Dore, was sold out and only a few types of cakes were left. Because this is the period where Daisy flower is full bloom, you may not have the chance to taste the cake that you want if you come late, even on weekdays.

Besides cakes, there are also other bakery such as chocolate croissants, madeleines and pound cakes.

We have chosen a seat at the outdoor terrace. Dore Dore cakes look very pretty as well as taste delicious. The pig cake has a combination of the sour taste of strawberry and sweetness of chocolate, while the lemon cake is simply refreshing.

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On a dazzlingly beautiful summer day, it feels good to enjoy the freshness of nature and taste delicious dessert. Come and fell in love with the beauty of Daisy!

[Information about Dore Dore]

1. Getting Here : AREX Geomam Station, take Bus #700-1 ▶ Get off at Hwado Terminal, transfer to Bus #4 ▶ Get off at Gangchon bus stop, walk 7 mins

2. Address : 355-10 Heungwang-ri, Hwado-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

3. Contact number : +82-032-937-9002

4. Opening hours : 10:30 – 21:00 daily

5. Price : Americano KRW 6,000, Chocolate KRW 7,500, Red Ade KRW 7,500, Pig Cake KRW 8,500, Lemon cream cake KRW 9,000

Maehwa Mareum Cafe

Maehwa Mareum Cafe (카페 매화마름) is decorated with colorful flowers, allowing visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature. Does it feel like Hansel and Gretel cookie house that is decorated with flowers? The small but nicely-decorated garden is definitely a good photo zone for you to take pictures.

It is not easy to get out of the plum garden that is full of flowers. You can feel relaxed by enjoying the fragrance of flowers and trees.

The lotus leaves and water lilies in the small pond give you a calm feeling. The props that are places at various places blend naturally with the garden.

Maehwa Mareum Cafe is one of the famous Ganghwado Island dessert cafes that is popular for its cakes and bakeries. The bakeries are freshly made with organic flour and whipped cream every day. Be sure to visit this cafe early to grab the cakes and bakeries that you want to try.

There is a showcase of bottled homemade drinks. Milk tea, Dutch coffee, and Matcha latte are eye-catching with their vivid colors.

The atmosphere in the cafe is good, so you can enjoy your drinks regardless where you sit. The tables are all wooden and comfortable. In addition, you can also purchase the ceramics and coffee props that are displayed at the side.

Since this is a cafe with pretty flowers, we would recommend you to choose the seat at outdoor terrace. The sun shade is installed and the atmosphere is great. You can smell the freshness of grass.

We visited this cafe in the late afternoon, and the sky was turning red and feels warm. We have picked a few types of dessert.

The chocolate madeleine and lemon citron that look so pretty to be eaten. It has a chewy texture but the bread is moist. It goes well with any drink, such as coffee or sweet homemade ade.

If you want to have some refreshing drinks, it is recommended to choose Maehwa Mareum Passionfruit Ade.

The strawberry cake has layers of fresh strawberries in sweet whipped cream that were made from real strawberries without syrup. The strawberries are really fresh, just take a bite and the cake will melt in your mouth.

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When you feel stress and tired of routine life, it is recommended to take a day trip to Ganghwado Island to enjoy some dessert and beautiful flower scenery to regain energy.

We hope to see you in Ganghwado Island!

[Information about Maehwa Mareum Cafe]

1. Getting Here : AREX Geomam Station, Take Bus #700-1  ▶ Get off at Bamnamugol bus stop, walk 12 mins.

2. Address : 28 Gilsang-ro 25beon-gil, Gilsang-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

3. Contact number : +82-70-4193-4889

4. Opening hours : 평일 10:00-19:00, 주말 10:00-22:00

5. Price : Strawberry Juice KRW 7,000, Lemon Citron KRW 4,000, Passionfruit Ade KRW 7,000, Strawberry Cake KRW 6,500, Madeleine cake KRW 2,800




*Please wear a mask and practice social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Wash hands frequently and practice cough etiquette. Stay safe!