Top 7 treats to get this Easter!

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Easter is just around the corner. Here’s a list of our top 7 must-have treats for the festive season.

1. Go retro with T Cavallaro & Sons marzipan Pascal Lambs
For centuries, Sicilians have been giving gifts of Easter lambs. 
Because of its historical and religious significance, Tony (owner of T Cavallaro & Sons) tells us this is one of the most rewarding things they make. Making the lambs reminds him of the days when he would watch his father produce these works of art. 

The moulds were brought to Australia by Tony’s father in around 1941 and would have been used by him since the 1900s.  Dusted lightly with cornflour, the moulds are then filled with marzipan. The larger ones are then filled with a layer of Madeira sponge which is placed just under a fruit mince of sultanas, cherries, orange peel and almond which adorns a third layer within the lambs.
The lambs are then covered with a butter cream to resemble the wool.
What: Pascal Lambs (sizes rangefrom 50 gms to 3 kgs)
Where: T. Cavallaro & Sons is at 98 Hopkins Street, Footscray. 
Price: Varies depending on size
How: Call 9687 4638 to ask for availability or to place an order. 
Read more about T Cavallaro & Sons here.


2. Go mod-Oz with Cafe Vue / Burnham Bakery hot cross buns
Cafe Vue offers two delicious varieties of hot cross buns this season: Spelt and Cranberry and Chocolate

The Spelt and Cranberry hot cross buns are absolutely delicious. Made from spelt wholemeal flour from Powlett Hill Mill with a selection of sweet dried fruits thrown into the mix, the buns have a lovely hint of mixed spice, ginger and orange. Full of fruit yet, retaining a fluffy and soft texture, these hot cross buns are divine. 

For the chocolate lovers, Cafe Vue’s chocolate hot cross buns are an indulgent mix of orange puree, ginger a hint of mixed spice, and smooth chocolate chips. Threading the delicate balance between bun and cake, these hot cross buns certainly satisfy.

What: Hot cross buns (spelt or chocolate)
Where: Order online or purchase at any Cafe Vue location and Burnham Bakery:
  • Cafe Vue 430 Little Colllins Street, Melbourne
  • Café Vue 401 St Kilda Road
  • Café Vue at Heide 7 Templestowe Road Bulleen
  • Burnham Bakery, Sherbrooke Rd, Sherbrooke
Price: One for $3.50 or 6 for $18
How: Order online here


3. Artistic Chocolate treats @ T By LuxBite 
Bernard and Yen have recently opened up a new concept in the CBD, T By Luxbite. It is Luxbite’s new confectionery concept: a store dedicated entirely to the wonder that is the tart. Their speciality tarts and macarons push the boundaries in the most miraculous manner!

What: Various chocolate and other dessert creations
Where: T By LuxBite, 517 Flinders Lane, Melbourne


4. Bean to bar chocolate
Bright Chocolate are a small batch chocolate maker located in Bright NE Victoria. They use only premium single origin cacao and sugar to produce their range of bean to bar chocolate and have been awarded three gold, silver and bronze in the 2015 Melbourne Fine Food Awards, along with three silver medals at the 2015 Sydney Royal Fine Food Awards.

We absolutely loved the chocolate bars we sampled (pictured above)!

The single origin bars were each particularly unique. The Madagascar 72% Single Origin Chocolate possessed summary floral notes with a citrus undertone. On the other hand the Ecuador 72% Cacao Single Origin Chocolate boasted a heart-warming cinnamon, honey and vanilla flavour.

The Dominican Republic 70% Cacao Single Origin Chocolate was an enchanting chocolate which displayed earthy notes of tobacco and coffee, with a hint of cherry. The Trinidad 68% Single Origin Chocolate was our favourite chocolate. Beautifully balanced in flavour, it tasted of fresh spice, tropical fruits and had luscious caramel undertones.

Last but certainly not least the Bright Blend the 44% milk chocolate was a crowd pleaser - smooth, creamy but with half as much sugar as most milk chocolate!

Fnd out more at www.brightchocolate.com.au. 


5. Spread some cinnamon love with Box of Scrolls
Box of Scrolls have perfected the art of the humble cinnamon scroll. Turning moist, light dough made into fresh, aromatic cinnamon scrolls infused with the perfect cinnamon and filling, it is no wonder Box of Scrolls already have a cult following. 

Their Nutella & Banana scroll is perfect for indulging in the Easter festivities. The Nutella & Banana Scrolls are decadent and possess a melt-in-your-mouth quality that is just heavenly. The slightly savoury buttery flavour of the scroll cuts the rich taste of the Nutella and banana, resulting in a dessert that is not only incredibly indulgent, but very well balanced. 


 What: Cinnamon scrolls and various variety scrolls
Where: Scrolls can be quickly delivered to most cities around Australia.
Price: Varies. Check our their site for more details - http://www.boxofscrolls.com.au/


6. Classics with a twist
Brumby’s Bakery is baking a delicious variety of Hot Cross Buns this Easter:

  • hot Cross Bun with Nutella;
  • hot Cross Bun with Salted Caramel; and 
  • traditional Hot Cross Bun

Our favourite are the tasty Hot Cross Buns which are filled with generous amounts of Nutella -a twist on the good old fashioned Hot Cross Bun.


7. Cadbury Easter Chocolates - something the whole family will love
For something that both the kids and adults will love, Cadbury's Easter chocolate range will be a sure hit. 

Share the joy and do a social media post: #CadburyEaster2015 #ShareTheJoy

Pop Up Scroll

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Gastrology bloggers dined courtesy of Pop Up Scroll.
The latest creation from Julian Chew, former owner of the popular Lip Café in Ivanhoe, Pop Up Scroll, has just touched down in Smith Street and offers an old-fashioned reward that, remains one of life's greatest pleasures.
Each scroll is made using techniques learnt from Julian’s impressive fine dining pastry training but in a way that brings it to the every day. Lovingly made, the collection of scrolls is chemical and additive free and uses organic ingredients. 
Alongside freshly baked scrolls which are made on site each morning the store offers carefully prepared coffee courtesy of their shiny new La Marzocco.  
Our coffees were well made, with the slight sweetness of the frothed milk cutting through the residual brightness from the foundation espresso (from Coffee Supreme beans).  Each came with an intricate rosetta in the milk foam.
Cherry Gingerbread

Made with good quality ingredients, the product line includes Original cinnamon scroll with cream cheese icing, Coconut white chocolate, Peanut butter & banana, Chocolate & caramel and Cherry Gingerbread
Original cinnamon scroll with cream cheese icing, 

The original cinnamon scroll was one of our favourites. Julian weaves his magic and turns moist, light dough into fresh, aromatic cinnamon rolls topped with rich, cream cheese frosting and infused with cinnamon and brown sugar. The scrolls are a blissful indulgence. Perfectly sweet, they boast a beautiful cinnamon aroma and taste.
Peanut butter & banana

Another winning flavour is Pop Up Scroll’s Peanut butter & banana scrolls. The scrolls were fluffy and moist on the inside and were topped and filled with velvety, decadent peanut butter and banana. The slightly savoury buttery flavour cuts through the richness of the scroll, resulting in a dessert that is not only incredibly indulgent, but very well balanced.
Coconut white chocolate

The Coconut white chocolate scrolls are a modern interpretation of the humble Malaysian coconut bun. Light and fluffy, filled with coconut shreds that helps provide a sweet taste and unique texture, we loved this clever rendition. 
Chocolate & caramel

Lovers of Chocolate rejoice! This one's for you... The Chocolate & caramel scrolls are decadent and possess a melt-in-your-mouth quality that is just heavenly. 
Scrolls may have been almost forgotten but Pop Up Scroll insists that they are indeed, ready to make their revival and we could not agree more. Marrying the concept of simple, sentimental baking and great coffee with playful, colourful interiors and retro styling, Pop Up Scroll is a welcomed addition to Smith Street’s bustling foodie precinct. The store is only new but is already full of patrons eagerly waiting to indulge themselves and fall in love with the smell and flavour of the scrolls.
As the name suggests, Pop Up Scroll is only around for a short time (until May to be precise) but there are already big plans in the pipeline for the next project due to open straight after the pop up closes its doors.  

EAT A SCROLL will be located just around the corner from the current location and will be a more permanent scroll house for customers to enjoyably follow them to. 

Location: 86 Smith Street, Collingwood
Cuisine: Bakery, Desserts, Coffee


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Fig & Almond - The latest addition to Box of Scrolls

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Gastrology bloggers received the scrolls courtesy of Box of Scrolls.
While Box of Scrolls is famous for delivering fresh, aromatic, cinnamon scrolls, it's not the only thing they do well. Box of Scrolls' product line also includes “Variety Scrolls” which feature delicious flavours such as Salted Caramel and Nutella & Banana and most recently, Fig & Almond scrolls.
The Fig & Almond scrolls are absolutely delicious. A blissful indulgence we loved the perfect balance of sweetness, cinnamon aroma and the crunch from the slivered almond that lay atop each scroll. We popped them in the oven for about a minute and the scrolls came out fluffy and moist on the inside - just stunning. 
The perfect way to indulge in the simple pleasures of life, Box of Scrolls’ fresh-baked scrolls is an old-fashioned reward that takes you back to simpler days.

Box Of Scrolls
Website: http://www.boxofscrolls.com.au/
Order online: Scrolls can be quickly delivered to most cities around Australia.
Phone: 1800 SCROLLS
Email: yummy@boxofscrolls.com.au

Note: At the moment, the new Fig & Almond scrolls are only available from Oregano bake house on the weekends. However, they will be available to order online soon!

Read about Box of Scrolls' Salted Caramel and Nutella & Banana scrolls here or read about the original Box of Scrolls' Cinnamon scrolls here.

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Top 6 treats to get this Easter!

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Easter is just around the corner. Here’s a list of our top 6 must-have treats for the festive season.

1. Go retro with T Cavallaro & Sons marzipan Pascal Lambs
For centuries, Sicilians have been giving gifts of Easter lambs. 
Because of its historical and religious significance, Tony (owner of T Cavallaro & Sons) tells us this is one of the most rewarding things they make. Making the lambs reminds him of the days when he would watch his father produce these works of art. 
The moulds were brought to Australia by Tony’s father in around 1941 and would have been used by him since the 1900s.  Dusted lightly with cornflour, the moulds are then filled with marzipan. The larger ones are then filled with a layer of Madeira sponge which is placed just under a fruit mince of sultanas, cherries, orange peel and almond which adorns a third layer within the lambs.
The lambs are then covered with a butter cream to resemble the wool.
What: Pascal Lambs (sizes rangefrom 50 gms to 3 kgs)
Where: T. Cavallaro & Sons is at 98 Hopkins Street, Footscray. 
Price: Varies depending on size
How: Call 9687 4638 to ask for availability or to place an order. 
Read more about T Cavallaro & Sons here.

2. Go mod-Oz with Cafe Vue’s hot cross buns

Cafe Vue offers two delicious varieties of hot cross buns this season. 
Spelt and Cranberry hot cross buns

The Spelt and Cranberry hot cross buns are absolutely delicious. Made from spelt wholemeal flour from Powlett Hill Mill with a selection of sweet dried fruits thrown into the mix, the buns have a lovely hint of mixed spice, ginger and orange. Full of fruit yet, retaining a fluffy and soft texture, these hot cross buns are divine. 
Chocolate hot cross buns

For the chocolate lovers, Cafe Vue’s chocolate hot cross buns are an indulgent mix of orange puree, ginger a hint of mixed spice, and smooth chocolate chips. Threading the delicate balance between bun and cake, these hot cross buns certainly satisfy.

What: Hot cross buns (spelt or chocolate)
Where: Order online or purchase at any Cafe Vue location:
  • Cafe Vue 430 Little Colllins Street, Melbourne
  • Café Vue 401 St Kilda Road
  • Café Vue at Heide 7 Templestowe Road Bulleen
Price: One for $3.50 or 6 for $18
How: Order online here  

3. Not quite molecular gastronomy with Heston's buns
Heston's Lemon Myrtle Hot Cross Buns are just moreish. Filled with plump sultanas, spicy ginger and aromatic lemon myrtle, the buns have a brioche-like texture and consistency and are the ultimate treat.

What: Lemon Myrtle Hot Cross Buns
Where: Coles
Price: 4 for $8

4. Brumby's Nutella hot cross buns - something the whole family will love
For something that both the kids and adults will love, Brumby’s twist on the good old fashioned Hot Cross Bun will be a sure hit.

The tasty Hot Cross Buns are filled with generous amounts of Nutella and baked fresh in store daily. 

What: Nutella Hot Cross Buns
Where: Brumby's
Price: One for $1.30 or 6 for $6.60

5. Spread some cinnamon love with Box of Scrolls
Box of Scrolls have perfected the art of the humble cinnamon scroll. Turning moist, light dough made into fresh, aromatic cinnamon scrolls infused with the perfect cinnamon and filling, it is no wonder Box of Scrolls already have a cult following. 

Their Nutella & Banana scroll is perfect for indulging in the Easter festivities. The Nutella & Banana Scrolls are decadent and possess a melt-in-your-mouth quality that is just heavenly. The slightly savoury buttery flavour of the scroll cuts the rich taste of the Nutella and banana, resulting in a dessert that is not only incredibly indulgent, but very well balanced. 


 What: Cinnamon scrolls and various variety scrolls
Where: Scrolls can be quickly delivered to most cities around Australia.
Price: Varies. Check our their site for more details - http://www.boxofscrolls.com.au/
Read more about Box of Scrolls here.

 6. Easter-themed cakes and biscuits from Michel's Patisserie 
With the Easter bunny’s annual visit fast approaching, Michel’s Patisserie is celebrating the magic of Easter with a range of Easter-themed products like their Party Cake, a delicious Chocolate Sponge Cake topped with milk chocolate Easter eggs, or their scrumptious chocolate flavoured gingerbread Easter Bunny biscuit.
What: Easter-themed cakes and biscuits
Where: Michel's Patisserie
Price: Varies. Check out their site for more details: http://www.michels.com.au/products/


Gastrology bloggers sampled the products for the purposes of this review courtesy of T Cavallaro & Sons, Cafe Vue, Box of Scrolls, Brumby’s and Michel’s Pattiserie.

Box of Scrolls - spreading love one box at a time

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While Box of Scrolls is famous for delivering fresh, aromatic, cinnamon scrolls, it's not the only thing they do well. Box of Scrolls' product line also includes “Variety Scrolls” which feature delicious flavours such as Salted Caramel and Nutella & Banana - both of which we recently devoured.
Salted Caramel Scrolls

We fell in love with the Salted Caramel Scrolls. The scrolls were fluffy and moist on the inside and were topped and filled with velvety, decadent salted caramel. They were stunning. 
Nutella & Banana Scrolls

Lovers of Nutella rejoice! This one's for you...
The Nutella & Banana Scrolls are decadent and possess a melt-in-your-mouth quality that is just heavenly. The slightly savoury buttery flavour of the scroll cuts the rich taste of the Nutella and banana, resulting in a dessert that is not only incredibly indulgent, but very well balanced. 
While the classic Cinnamon scrolls* remain our favourite Box of Scrolls variety, the Salted Caramel and Nutella & Banana scrolls definitely give the originals a run for their money and are perfect for the festive season.

*Read our blog on Box of Scrolls' Cinnamon scrolls here!

Box Of Scrolls
Website: http://www.boxofscrolls.com.au/
Order online: Scrolls can be quickly delivered to most cities around Australia.
Phone: 1800 SCROLLS
Email: yummy@boxofscrolls.com.au

Gastrology bloggers received the scrolls courtesy of Box of Scrolls.

Box of Scrolls - spreading cinnamon love one box at a time

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Box of Scrolls is an online retail service from Oregano Bakery which delivers legendary cinnamon scrolls. 

Box of Scrolls have perfected the art of the humble cinnamon scroll. Turning moist, light dough made into fresh, aromatic cinnamon scrolls infused with the perfect cinnamon and filling, it is no wonder Box of Scrolls already have a cult following. Customers can order online and have cinnamon scrolls quickly delivered to most cities around Australia. 
We immediately fell in love with the smell and flavour of Box of Scrolls’ cinnamon scroll. The scrolls are a blissful indulgence. Perfectly sweet, they boast a beautiful cinnamon aroma and taste. The perfect way to indulge in the simple pleasures of life, Box of Scrolls’ fresh-baked cinnamon scrolls is an old-fashioned reward that takes you back to simpler days.

Box of Scrolls' product line also includes “Variety Scrolls” which feature delicious flavours such as Salted Caramel and Nutella & Banana - Read about these here!

Gastrology bloggers received the cinnamon scrolls courtesy of Box of Scrolls.