Gateaux Rose, I want to give you 5 stars yo, you're everything I like in a consumable product:…read morelocal, up and coming, and you make cupcakes! So, here's the deal with Gateaux Rose as far as I can gather: They are a new bakery in Halifax currently operating without a shop front HOWEVER they have a kick ass website where you can see all sorts of details pertaining to their own unique cake menu (past work), pricing and my favorite: recipes! Having stumbled upon the Gateaux Rose website a couple days ago (and with a trip to see the extended familia in my very close future) I decided to venture a go at one of their recipes, and more specifically: Thanksgiving browned butter sweet potato cupcakes with whipped cream cloud frosting. Bitting off more than I can chew you say? You might be right... Gateaux Rose, I could have really used a 'yield' amount. ie- this recipe will make so many friggin cupcakes that you will run out of little 'cake tins to cook them in and will be flogging cupcakes at random strangers in the hopes of keeping your weight to within 10 lbs of whatever you weighed p.c.e. (pre-cupcake endeavor) Really... i'm headed to see family and this is still an obscene number of cupcakes to have around even dispersed amongst a group. Come to think of it, there's one more detail that would have been really relevant: a bake temperature and bake time? Assume this detail didn't quite make it onto the website but that's ok becccaauuuseee... THESE CUPCAKES ARE AMAZING!!! My icing didn't turn out as pretty as yours G.R. folk but I appreciated your little tips about how to tell when my sugar was done cookin' and such: 'it'll look like a gummy ball at the bottom of a cup of water' was surprisingly accurate. Gateaux Rose does all sorts of speciality orders whether it be a birthday, baby shower or any other celebration this is definitely the new spot in town to try out! The thing I liked a lot about the orders pictured on the website was that they were all unique and individual and seemed to have been created with a specific person in mind. ie- no stock 'this is how we do a wedding cake' sorta stuff. The folks at G.R. can also be found some Saturday's (check their website) at the Brewery Market! I really love your online recipes too G.R. but a simplified version of some things would be useful for those of us that don't tend to have: cream of tartar and honeyed dates hanging around. Great cupcakes! Can't wait to try a market morsel of your own baking!

Gateaux Rose makes the best cupcakes in Halifax. They're made with imagination and a lot of love…read more Try walking by their Brewery Market stall and turning down one their perfect, pretty desserts. It's near impossible. They made me a batch of cupcakes that really stole the show at my family's Christmas dinner. Turkey? Great. Veggies? Tasty. But then I produced a tray of cupcakes FILLED WITH SALTED CARAMEL and topped with a citrus mousse. Holy Cats! Gateaux Rose is also different because the ladies who make the goodies are NSCAD grads. Their cupcakes look as good as they taste, with intricate designs and wee marzipan accessories. Basically, I'm in love with these cupcakes and want to marry them and have a life-long, fulfilling relationship. We'd be so happy together!

What a privilege to be in the same city as Michelle Ashley's Bakery. I've previously stopped in for…read morechocolate truffles and squares. The chocolate truffles are rich, flavorful, and silky smooth. The peanut butter truffles were the best I've had. Today I went back for cupcakes and a slice of cheesecake. Both knocked it out of the park. Prices are in-line with other bakeries but quality and serving sizes can't be beat. The owner is a truly lovely person- this is definitely a business to support!

I'm picky about chocolate. I purchased truffles as a gift after first trying a mint melt. There is…read moreonly one type of real chocolate - dark - so I also bought some bars. All I tried was excellent and reportedly the truffles meet the receiver's high standards. I'm so glad I found this place. It's a another gem in a small field.

We stopped by this beautiful chocolate shop near the pier where our ship was docked today and were…read moredelighted with our visit. To cool off after exploring Halifax, we each ordered a mango and passion fruit soft-serve ice cream in a cup. I also purchased a milk chocolate slate with almonds, a box of milk chocolate-covered hazelnuts, and a few wild rose milk chocolate truffles to enjoy later. The soft-serve ice cream was outstanding. We both agreed that it was one of the tastiest soft serves we've had in quite some time. The vanilla bean soft serve was exceptionally smooth, creamy, and flavorful, while the mango and passion fruit added a refreshing tropical twist that was perfect for a warm day. One of the highlights of our visit was chatting with Tara, the front store manager. She was friendly, warm, and incredibly knowledgeable. She took the time to explain the chocolate-making process used by the owner and master chocolatier, Julien Rousseau. Learning about the craftsmanship and care that goes into creating the chocolates made the experience even more enjoyable and interesting. Tara's assistant, Aldrin, was equally warm and welcoming, making us feel appreciated from the moment we walked through the door. The shop itself is spotless, beautifully presented, and offers a relaxing atmosphere. After spending several hours walking around Halifax, it was the perfect place to sit down, enjoy a sweet treat and a latte, and take a break. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would not hesitate to stop by again the next time we are in Halifax. Highly recommended for anyone looking for exceptional chocolates, smooth and creamy soft-serve ice cream, excellent lattes, and genuinely friendly service.

This is a follow up review after trying another box of 24 chocolates that were shipped to me. This…read morewas a much better experience. I have found a description of some of the chocolate flavours online. There are still several chocolates in the box which are not shown online, especially the decorative holiday designs. I had to bite the bullet (i.e. chocolate [pun intended]) and hope for the best. Unlike the last time, the box was filled with chocolate flavours that I really liked. Some are very original like blueberry tea and the blue speckled dome-shaped dark salted butter caramel. Most of the chocolates shifted out of place, turned upside down or sideways in transit (see photo). I've been in touch with an executive at the company who knows about the issue and is planning to change the packaging. Hopefully, they will also enclose in each box a QR code or website address/URL detailing all their chocolate flavours. I appreciate that someone reached out to me when they read that my experience wasn't as positive as they or I would have liked. This is a company that cares about its customers and reputation. Their handcrafted chocolates are beautiful with many looking like works of art.

Huge blueberry scone. Delicious! Great ambience. Always busy. Clearly a popular place. Lots of…read moreinteresting art on walls. Lots of selection of pastries etc plus gluten free. Really large pastries, etc. which seem homemade. Great flavours. Cranberry orange, peach, The place is kind of tucked away behind Boom Burger. But once you find it....yum.

Delicious Chicken Salad sandwich. Fresh baked bread was perfect. And the blueberry Scone was…read moredelightful, almost as good as Grandma used to make, lol. Would highly recommend.

they screwed up my orders multiple times . at Least 3 in 2023 …read more They seem to get confused easily with big orders .

Fatayer, fatayer, fatayer! I am addicted to fatayer and this is the best place to get them if you…read morecan't get ahold of your favourite Lebanese baker. These little bundles of delightful dough are stuffed with meat, spinach or feta.. oh man... I am drooling just thinking about them! I have tried some of their sweets and Im not a major fan, but I really just want the dang fatayer anyways!

Longstanding bakery (almost 30 years) that is a bit out of the way - especially for tourists. But…read morenothing is really far in peninsular Halifax so definitely accessible from the more touristed areas. They bake everything in house. Can't go wrong with any of the pastries or cakes. Priced reasonably in light of the quality.

Always came here in the past with my mom to get a homemade treat and lunch -…read moreLove the tea and coffee- Service hit or miss not bad but definitely loved this place when it used to be Larkins cafe!

Nice store. Lots of dine-in seating. Staff were kind. Lots…read moreof selection on a Sunday afternoon. Macaroons looked amazing but quite pricey. I tried the melon bread - 8/10 so soft and fresh but quite bland BUT I don't have it often so not sure if that's exactly how it's supposed to taste. Tried the vanilla creme puff. 10/10 creme inside was sooo good. Like melted ice cream. Very messy and not like whip cream at all.

My favourite bakery and coffee in town!! The moment I walked in I have to say this place is so…read moreadorable. Décor is very eye pleasing, definitely instagrammable. Even more, the owner as well as the drink and cake are all sweet. I tried the pug cake today with iced caramel latte (They don't list iced coffee options on menu but you can ask!). Wouldn't say Creamy Rainbow is the place if you look for cheap drink and pastry, but definitely worth a visit to.

The Bread Lounge Bakery has the most amazing cakes! It's so easy to order a cake online on their…read morewebsite, specify what you need, and have it delivered. It is always amazing, looks awesome and tastes great! I've ordered several birthday cakes and a Christmas cake from here, and have never been disappointed. I just put in an order for a red velvet birthday cake, will post a picture.

EDIT: first 1 star review removed…read more First visit we shows up for 7am. Staff told us the girl who works on the counter was late so it will be a few minutes. We waited outside where staff sat on their phones inside and tried their hardest to not make eye contact with us. Finally after 25 mins we had enough so we got up to leave. At this point they were turning away multiple other customers. Not sure why the other two staff members couldn't set up the place or at least apologize and keep us updated. If it was going to be a long wait then just tell us. I wouldn't have stayed. Came back mid day to actually taste the food. See other reviews of the last time when they didn't open on time. Area has parking on street as well as around back. You have to register your car. No Accessbility door function and the door opens out. Service was slow. Products were mostly sold out. (It's only 1:30pm) I got an almond croissant. I wouldn't even say it was a croissant because it has been flattened. But the filling was good. After two visits I just dont get why this place keeps getting recommended.