During my last visit to Korea, I came across many cafes with signs advertising delicious waffles with all sorts of variations (fruits, green tea flavor, with ice cream, waffle + coffee combo, etc.). I was told that the country was recently hit with a waffle fad. How amusing to think that this iconic American breakfast item was a classy, afternoon tea dessert served at chic cafes catered to a young and hip clientele! I was sold after my numerous visits to these Korean cafes, and found myself purchasing a waffle iron of my own shortly afterwards.
What I learned: No, waffles are not only eaten for breakfast, and yes, it is alright to serve your waffles with ice cream.
My favorite creation with my new waffle maker has green tea and red bean ice cream:
Another with whipped cream, cinnamon, and bananas.
I recently discovered a very interesting waffle store in Orange and in Brea called Bruxie. Their concept was to serve all fillings one would normally find in a sandwich using an open face waffle rather than bread. There are savory and sweet items on the menu, and I was pleasantly surprised by the taste.
The red bean waffle and creme brulee with fruits waffle are pictured here.
- Candice
