The closer it gets to 12pm noon it gets packed / noisy…read more.. ~Arrived early enough for the ambiance of a quiet café, this 1st meet n greet conversation got off to a good start, naturally we started talking louder over the increasing Saturday volume. Shoulda caught the cues - it turned into a lunch time crowd. Staying way to long, I'm not into noisy rooms. Said our stressed goodbyes...(from the volume) ~I'll stick to their take out apps. Selection at Breka are worth it, just get there very early (and leave early)! Fyi, I had the apple pistachio strudel, coffee americano, guest, a plain croissant, matcha laté

This was an expensive breakfast with some hits and misses. I would order the coffee and donuts (…read morejelly and vanilla frosted with sprinkles). The first's were also a highlight. I would pass on the overpriced croissant breky sammy. Very overpriced for a simple sandwich. We ordered delivery so can only comment on the food. I would reorder the donuts coffee and yummy frittata's.

The Cake Lady - Burnaby…read more Have you ever had one of The Cake Lady's cakes before? OMG -- absolutely unforgettable! The Cake Lady in Burnaby makes some of the most delicious, fresh cakes and pastries in the Lower Mainland. Everything is handmade using high-quality ingredients, and you can truly taste the difference in every bite. The fillings are rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced -- every cake I've tried has been a hit. She can create just about anything your heart desires. From strawberry tarts, cupcakes, mango cakes, tiramisu, and chocolate cakes to classic buttercream vanilla cakes -- her variety is amazing. She also makes beautiful number and layered cakes with stunning designs and decadent chocolate details on top. Presentation is just as impressive as the taste. She has made many birthday cakes for my friends and family, and they're always a highlight of the celebration. You can tell she takes real pride in her work. She runs a home-based business, so orders are for pickup, but it's absolutely worth it. Check out her Instagram or Facebook to see her gorgeous creations. You won't be disappointed! Lidia is the BEST!!!!!

Truly a neighbourhood home baker gem, who has a side pick-up door on the side of the house…read morededicated to orders . Pick-up orders only. Direct message or follow her on Facebook via the owner, Lidia Spinella Frequently has daily specials & may also do custom cakes! My first order was $25 for 12 mini tarts: 4 strawberry bavarian cream, 4 lemon curd, 4 coconut cream - Fresh, made to order & most importantly, delicious!! Not too sweet and too sweet. Going there again!

I haven't been to Kanadell in many years as it's quite far from me. I used to love it quite a lot…read more When I tried their breads recently, i was somewhat disappointed. Firstly, in today's economy, the prices have gone up; however, what I got wasn't really on par with the price tags. The melon pan had no filling in it which is the norm, however, i couldn't even taste hojicha. The "melon" part of the bread all fell off after one bite. I've not had a melon pan that was like this before. The beef curry pan was delicious but there was barely any filling in it. I remember there was more many years ago. It used to be one of my favorite items from Kanadell so it was definitely a disappointment. Lastly, the animal character with red bean filling inside, there was also barely any filling in it. The earl Grey shortbread cookies tasty but I found it a tad bit expensive because it was a small packaging .

A neighbourhood favourite with all the popular Japanese goods and freshly made Japanese food…read more The curry is a good generous help of rice and ground beef curry. Top it off with pork katsu for $3.50. The curry is mild and rich. The pork katsu nicely fried. I also purchased the Japanese egg sando which is far better than Canadian 7 Eleven Japanese egg sandwich.

I discovered Le Gateau Bakeshp because I regularly use the Too Good To Go app. This place had a…read morereally high rating within the app and it was always had to snatch one of their Surprise Bags. I was finally able to snatch a Surprise Bag and I absolutely loved it! I got two slices of their Vegan Matcha Raspberry + Pistachio Cake and their Vegan Vanilla Bean Shortbread. The cake was perfection. Perfectly moist, great matcha flavour, the matcha buttercream filling is heavenly, and the raspberries and pistachio compliments the cake. The shortbread cookie were also great.. finished them pretty quickly! I was really impressed. I am definitely planning on getting the next birthday cake from here cause they all look amazing. Really happy that I found another great bakery!

I got half a cake and a tart from this fancy place. Used an app for this place. Great service and…read moregreat food. One day I'll pay full price but with the Too Good To Go app, don't know when.

Delicious Asian flavour cakes that aren't too sweet. This was the yung yang cake with:…read more- Espresso Coffee Mousse - Passionfruit Panna Cotta - Hong Kong Milk Tea Ganache - Black Tea Sponge - Milk Chocolate Rice Crispy Crunch - Coffee Cream - Dark Chocolate Ring - White Chocolate Feathers Delicious and definitely worth the $70

Excellent cakes…read more Ordered online and ready for pick up when requested for date. * Mango Paradise 6" for $72 * Hojicha Mont Blanc 6" for $70 Cakes were moist, light and not too sweet. Limited parking in front of store but are available a few blocks away. Parking is free. Will try other cakes in the future for birthdays

I ordered the 6 inch mango cake for my sister's birthday and it was absolutely worth it! The cake…read morewas light, fresh, and full of delicious mango flavour without being overly sweet. It was a huge hit with everyone! The 6 inch cake was $69 and I added a customized birthday message on chocolate for an extra $3 which was a nice personal touch. They also offer a gluten free option for an additional $10 which is great for accommodating different dietary needs. One thing to keep in mind is that you'll want to order online well in advance because their cakes sell out quickly. I can definitely see why. They're fantastic! I'll be ordering from Gary's Patisserie again for future celebrations.

Have seen Gary's fresh mango cakes all over IG and with my Dad's recent birthday I convinced my…read moresister to order one, instead of our usual mango cake from Saint Germaine bakery. Gary's only allows to order the fresh mango cakes up to one week ahead to ensure they have enough ripe mangos, which I admire their dedication. We ordered the 6 inch cake for 9 people (7 adults and 2 kids) and everyone got a thin to average slice. The cake is definitely prettier than the other fresh mango cakes on the market, has a lot more mangos that are perfectly ripe and sweet, there is less wipped cream, and the sponge cake is softer. The family agreed that Gary's has the best fresh mango cake but at $69 for a 6 inch cake, versus $43 for a 6 inch mango cake from Saint Germaine, a cake from Gary's is definitely a treat and for special occasions. Is Gary's worth the premium price? I think so but not everyone in my family agreed. One thing to note: Gary's do offer cake in a jar that's $8.50 each. When we went, they had a BOGO deal with the mango cake jars. My nephew asked my sister to buy the BOGO deal knowing that the 6 inch cake was not going to be enough, as the kids like having a second slice of cake.

L'OTUS Cake Boutique in Metrotown is a wonderful place to slow down and enjoy dessert…read more The space itself is bright, spacious, and aesthetically pleasing, making it a great spot to hang out with friends or enjoy a quiet cake-and-tea moment. There's a wide variety of cakes and drinks, so it's easy to find something whether you're into classic flavours or more adventurous options. We tried several cakes, double-layer cheesecake, dark chocolate crepe, durian crepe, gelato, matcha with cheese foam, and tea. Honestly, we couldn't pick a favourite--everything was delicious. Even the durian crepe, which surprised us in the best way. It was creamy, well-balanced, and not overpowering. Overall, the cakes stood out, and every bite felt thoughtfully crafted. If you're looking for a café with great ambiance and consistently good desserts, this place is definitely worth visiting. Highly recommend their cake selections.

I visited Lotus cake boutique Burnaby location for limited time sakura collection items…read more What we got: Matcha Raspberry Mousse Cup Earthy matcha balanced with bright raspberry Matcha Strawberry Milk Fresh, fruity, and layered to perfection Strawberry Hojicha Milk Rich roasted tea with a sweet berry twist Matcha raspberry mousse cup was just ok. It was not overly sweet, presentation was beautifual, however, raspberry mousse was partially frozen, a bit watery, and flavor was very weak. Hojicha milk was just ok. Hojicha cream form was very creamy and good, but, flavor was very weak. Strawberry puree was fine, Strawberry puree and cream form dominate this drink. I wish hojicha flavor could be more stronger. Matcha strawberry milk was ok, too. matcha flavor was not too strong, strawberry drink part was good. Cream form was very creamy and good. All items prices were on higher side. Next time, I might try at Richmond locataion.