Sorry, Carrara locals, but the jig is up. I know your secret, and your secret is Maurita, located…read morein the Carrara Food Fair (Coco's). It's preposterous how cheap you guys get some killer basic Italian nosh! Absolutely ludicrous! Coffee and cake for only $2.80? Okay, so I'm too afraid to try the coffee. But it's not like I come to Maurita every single time I am down the coast for the coffee... It's the cannoli. A mere $3 each shell, with fillings of vanilla custard, chocolate custard, or--my personal favourite--ricotta and fresh cream, otherwise known as cannoli Sicilliani. Be still, my beating heart. Ever since the guy at work who lives down on the GC brought in a whole jenga stack of cannoli for us office drones, I have been a fan. For my birthday at work earlier this year, my only request was "CANNOLI, PLEASE". Any time I've had to do a work favour for this guy, I've asked for payment in cannoli. And then, earlier this year, I was down on the GC for a day, and I realised... I could have it all. I could have my cannoli and eat it, too. I could visit Cannolo Mecca. The work guy coughed up the name and address and it was immediately added to my itinerary. It wasn't until I got to Maurita that I discovered it's got a lot more going on than just cannoli, though if they wanted to close down everything else there and just focus on cannoli, I'd still be okay with it. I'm not sure the locals would agree, though, because the couple of times I've been there myself now, it's been swamped with people at the small, cramped seating areas both inside and outside, stuffing their faces with as much savoury as sweet. $3 bruschetta, $4 pizzas, $4.50 salad rolls, $5 focaccias, $5 lasagna with salad & crusty bread... this is getting out of hand. What about global inflation!? Look, my only problem with writing this review is that now I really want some more cannoli and I'm not sure when I'll be able to get my next fix. Better go see if that guy at work needs any favours.

$2.80 for a Latte and slither of cake HOOOOT DOOOOOG! i…read moredont think there is anywhere you can get this kind of deal. The coffee is legit, pure creamy espresso. If you get there early get yourself a ciabatta, they sell out like hot cakes, its well worth it.

I used to live near Mermaid Beach and heard that a famous Aussie actor had recommended this spot…read more The décor and atmosphere give it a real hidden-gem feel. I stopped by for a quick coffee and baked good at lunch, and everything was super fresh. I'd definitely recommend Bam Bam for a quick treat and coffee.

Bam Bam is one of my go to spots on the GC. They have a cabinet full of delectable baked goods, my…read morefavourite being the cinnamon cruffin. Somehow, they've seamlessly blended a croissant, muffin, cinnamon donut, and a cinnamon bun all into one and I'm all for it! They also have a fantastic, varied brunch menu, and coupled with their great coffee it's definitely a cafe you don't want to miss out on while you're on the GC. There is ample seating inside and outside, but parking can be a bit tight and it gets busier on the weekends so plan ahead to avoid disappointment!

Awesome place and a great hidden gem tucked away in Nerang. A wide variety of treats to choose from…read moreand friendly people.

It might seem extravagant to give a little bakery in Sorrento 5 stars, but this place is stellar…read more The pies and sausage rolls reign supreme, and the lamingtons are the best ever: never dry; always soft, fluffy and delicious. The apple streudel is also glorious. Best bakery on the coast!

I wanted a sweet afternoon snack and searched for a bakery close to our route along the Gold Coast…read more I'm so glad we found Foster's Bakery. It was exactly what I was looking for. We bought three different pastries and enjoyed them all - delicious!

Great local bakery! This is an old fashioned bakery with a…read moredisplay case stocked full of delicious pastries, cakes, biscuits, pies and sausage rolls. We had a chicken salad roll, lamb and rosemary pie, pineapple tart and chocolate pecan pie. It was all delicious - especially our chicken salad roll which was freshly made and full of salad. We have had better pies though......