Viral Hong Kong French Toast Is Coming to Marylebone

"Haydon and Nat have been popping up at various markets with their Hong Kong French toast concept Cantoast for the past one and half years. This spring, they're settling down (for six months at least) as the pair have secured a space in Marylebone as part of Westminster City Council's Meanwhile On project."

"Cantoast made its name with its range of HK French toast, made from house-made milk bread and topped with a variety of Asian-inspired custards, like golden salted egg, crème brûlée, pandan coconut, black sesame, matcha and peanut butter. There's also been seasonal specials, such as mango sago, strawberries & cream, and ube leche flan, on offer too."

"The pair have dreamed of having their own space to call home and hopefully this six-month tenure will be a great springboard into a securing a permanent location."

Cantoast, founded by Haydon and Nat, transitions from market pop-ups to a permanent six-month location in Marylebone starting April 2026. The Westminster City Council's Meanwhile On scheme provides underused retail space with reduced business rates, design budget, and support from Someday Studios. The bakery specializes in Hong Kong-style French toast made from house-made milk bread topped with Asian-inspired custards including golden salted egg, crème brûlée, pandan coconut, black sesame, matcha, and peanut butter. Seasonal specials and Haydon's salt bread varieties in plain, corn crème, and spring onion flavors are also available. This opportunity represents a significant milestone for the founders, who hope the six-month tenure will lead to securing a permanent location.

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