6 Venues to Find Dessert for any Occasion

Most celebrations end with an indulgent dessert to conclude a memorable meal and finish the evening on a high.

You know, those creative sweet treats that seal the deal for a successful meal; here are six venues where dessert will never disappoint and prove to be the icing on the cake for a sensational party season:

For those who find themselves in Melbourne, make for the east and head along Wellington Parade to find a true Italian institution at Geppetto Trattoria. This locally loved eatery has been owned by the same family since 1981, holding the sought-after central position of being perched in the heart of the action adjacent to the MCG, AAMI Park and Rod Laver Arena.

 

Using locally sourced ingredients, Nino and his son have created an authentic menu offering hard-to-find dishes with a focus on housemade pasta, seafood and slow cooking. Desserts are non-negotiable with indulgent choices such as vanilla pannacotta, raspberry coulis and Italian meringue, sorbet of the day and biscotti, or housemade tiramisu dusted with dark chocolate.

Whether seeking a spectacular cake for a special occasion or simply seeking breaky fare with flair, head to Mabels on Malvern Road in Toorak. Sit streetside and people-watch with your favourite coffee and a slice of gluten-free carrot cake, or head indoors where recycled timber, subway tiles and cabinets overflowing with all manner of temptations await.

 

You’ll find a dessert for any occasion with temptations such as a French vanilla rose love heart cake with three or four layers of decadence – choose your base colour and the colour of the roses, along with your message – or a classic Victoria sponge, layered with vanilla cream, housemade raspberry jam, raspberry icing and freeze-dried raspberries. Perhaps chocolate and caramel cupcakes hit the mark, or red velvet filled with raspberry jam and topped with cream cheese icing and heart sprinkles.

A sheer passion for fine patisserie is behind Aux Fines Bouches on Taree Street in Burleigh Heads. Step into a sweet tooth’s delight where tantalising aromas waft in the air and display cabinets overflow with decadent offerings sure to tempt every palate and taste, all handcrafted, baked and served with a side of love.

 

Taste the magic of desserts such as the fruit series where each creation showcases a flavour from around the world such as peach, yuzu, Black Forest and pear, or take home an indulgent salted caramel and chocolate tart to wow family and friends. Don’t go past specialties such as a croquembouche filled with Grand Marnier crème patisserie and sealed with toffee; perhaps order a mango tango or chocolate truffle gateaux for your next special celebration.

Experience a taste of France in the heart of Paddington at Banette on Baroona Road. This Brisbane French bakery was born out of a desire to share the French tradition of showcasing exceptional flavours using carefully selected ingredients of the highest quality; all served in charming surrounds of whitewashed walls, white subway tiles and polished concrete floors, while cabinets overflow with all manner of temptations.

 

Sip a cup of barista-brewed coffee on the patio while indulging in delicious freshly baked treats such as a salted caramel tart or pistachio, raspberry and white chocolate slice; perhaps a rosewater and pistachio friand hits the dessert mark, or a dulce de leche and hazelnut dome on a chocolate biscuit base with milk chocolate mousse and glaze.

Good food that gives you good feels is on the menu at Hashtag Burgers and Waffles on Brunswick Street in Fortitude Valley. This one-of-a-kind spot delivers a massive variety of burgers for those looking to appease ravenous hunger, all served in a funky, vibe of neon signage, black stools and potted greenery, along with the promise of the best burgers in town.

 

Get the party started with a serve of Nashville big boy chicken wings and white BBQ sauce, or thick and crunchy onion rings; then chow down on the Dirty Wood Burger - double beef patties, cheese, maple bacon, jalapeños, onion rings, mayo, BBQ sauce and pickle mayo. Dessert lovers are in heaven over buttermilk waffle sticks, strawberries, chocolate, cream and chocolate sauce, or vanilla ice cream and Biscoff smash.

Keep your sweet tooth satisfied with quality crafted cakes, cupcakes, pastries and slices at My Little Bakehouse on Grafton Street in Cairns. With everything made from scratch in-house with love, there is something to tempt all tastes whether you like delicate desserts, succulently scrumptious savoury pies and pastries, or are seeking a celebration cake for your next special occasion or milestone.

 

Think passionfruit cheesecake, cookies and cream, Black Forest and matcha green tea cakes, all handmade with the freshest ingredients; perhaps chic and colourful cupcakes are more to your liking with flavours such as chocolate hazelnut, strawberry, salted caramel and white chocolate. Savoury lovers opt for corn and onion Danish, pork and caramelised onion or spinach and three-cheese rolls.