For most teenagers, the immediate future involves deciding which class is next. For 19-year-old Milly Wang, the horizon is occupied by her next restaurant concept.
Milly has opened Farmily, her second business venture, and this time, the hyper-successful teen is deliberately pressing the brakes. Moving from the quick-service model of her first enterprise, EIS Engelchen, Farmily is designed as a space to slow down. The concept is simple: a place to grab a quality sandwich, linger with friends, and take home fresh-baked pastries.
Stepping inside, the atmosphere immediately communicates that intention. The scent of fresh bread drifts through the air, settling over wooden tables bathed in soft light. The effect is one that’s warm and calm, a stark contrast to the typical pace of fast food.
That tranquility is rooted in a philosophy of provenance. Their bread is baked on-site using grain sourced directly from a farm, reflecting Milly’s belief that knowing where your food comes from is essential. This attention to detail is a lesson learned from her previous experience running an ice cream shop, where she discovered how small, intentional choices can define a space.
While the buttery croissants are the daily stars, often selling out before the day is over. Milly’s personal favorite is a quieter offering: the yogurt bowl. Featuring zero-sugar yogurt, homemade granola, and a drizzle of fresh honeycomb, it represents the kind of wholesome, crafted food she wants to be known for.
Managing the launch of a restaurant while attending college is a monumental balancing act. Milly admits the hardest part is the daily mental shift required to toggle between the mindset of a student and that of a business owner.
Ultimately, Farmily is more than just a business expansion; it is a personal project. With this new venture, Milly is aiming to build a sanctuary—not only for her customers seeking a respite from their day but also a quiet space for herself.
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Find it:
No. A1, Xiyang Hutong, Beixinqiao Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing
(Enter South Park through the West Gate and go 20 meters to the right)
Tel: 13811486972
