2022, Come to Gulangyu for a Cup of Coffee!

Chu's Garden In 1932, Chu Songtian, an overseas Chinese returning from the Philippines, invested in the construction of this residence on Gulangyu Island, which combines the styles of Southeast Asia and Southern Fujian. After its completion in 1933, it became a distinctive architectural feature of Gulangyu. Architectural Story: 'Chu's Garden' is owned by Old Xie, who lives in an old villa made of fair-faced red bricks, with styles from both Southeast Asia and Southern Fujian. A plaque on the wall identifies it as a 'Historic Architectural Site'. He told reporters that in recent years, with the development of tourism, many old houses have been turned into family hotels or shops, attracting tourists to stay and generating considerable income. There were also offers to rent this house for a high price to turn it into a hotel, but Old Xie refused. Now, the second and third floors of the old house are used for his own living, while the first floor and courtyard are used to run a coffee shop. He says that not renting out the house is a way to protect it with care, preserving the heritage left by his ancestors; for the old residents of Gulangyu, drinking coffee is a part of life, running a coffee shop reflects a certain style, and it is also to retain the nostalgia. Citiark Coffee The corner coffee shop on Gulangyu Island has an industrial design that is simple and comfortable, full of a sense of design, and every snapshot is beautiful! The benches on the exterior wall, the coffee window, and the bay window allow you to take retro-style photos in minutes! Recommended Products: Sea Salt Lemon: Sour and salty, the perfect summer drink on Gulangyu Island Coffee Naked Cake: The greatest praise for a dessert is that it's not too sweet, just right to share with friends. Zero Degree Latte: A layer of sea salt milk cap, a layer of espresso, and a layer of milk create a beautiful stratification, and the taste also has a rich sense of layering...