Australia's yogurt brand Yo-Chi opens first international outlet at Orchard Central

Calling all frozen yogurt lovers. Australia's famed self-serve yogurt and acai brand Yo-Chi has launched its first overseas outlet at Orchard Central on Aug 15.

- Eunice Quek

Founded in Melbourne in 2012, Yo-Chi has grown a cult following with its strong social media game and hip branding, particularly among the Gen Z and Gen Alpha demographic.

As in Australia, the 60-seat cafe here — complete with a disco ball and pumping pop hits — operates as a self-serve, pay-by-weight concept.

To start, pick a cup or cone and swirl your frozen yogurt flavour, including Original Tart, Chocolate, Matcha and Mango, all made in-store with Australian milk.

Then add an array of toppings. Options include chocolate chip cookie dough, mini mochi, chocolate brownie cake and fresh fruit, plus the Singapore-exclusive coconut jelly and nata de coco.

Finish with white or dark chocolate sauce, or warm Nutella. For that final local touch, add a cracker that says Yo-Chi Is So Shiok.

Finally, weigh your order at the counter for payment. Prices start at $3.50 for 100g.