MTR pitch

“Knead in Sheung Wan is my go-to spot for a wholesome, healthy lunch. You take a menu and tick exactly what you want in your salad or sandwich, just like a dim sum menu! Thanks to the delicious, fresh bread and toppings, I keep going back for more.”

Break it down now

Build-your-own salads and sandwiches. A simple concept which works so well, especially since the ingredients are to die for. Everything is seasoned to perfection. According to the menu, there are 500 million possible combinations. I will get round to trying them all… but for now, the stand-out toppings for me include the chicken schnitzel, creamy goats cheese, sweet caramelised onions, and the beetroot spread.

Knead is a great option if you are a vegan/vegetarian or suffer from a food allergy. Top tip: there are several ways in which you can get your intake of protein without ordering meat here.

Too much choice for you to handle? The menu board near the till suggests some great combinations such as the classic Greek salad and the Vietnamese Banh Mi sandwich. I recommend you take a loyalty card from the till area too so that you can reap the benefits of becoming a regular.

Knead also takes catering orders via their website. A much-kneaded option for the junk boat season.

Asian Pan likes…

• Chicken schnitzel
• Caramelised onions
• Turkish bread