Acland’s Sweet Side

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This event is brought to you by Acland Village Traders.

Acland Street is Melbourne’s dessert precinct! Try 4 x cake shops, 4 x ice cream shops AND one yoghurt shop for only $15! OR just the 4 x ice cream shops and yoghurt shop for $10!

With it’s decades old cake shops, with windows filled to the ceiling with cakes and slices, and delicious and varied ice cream and yoghurt shops, Acland Street has to be Melbourne’s dessert precinct! And, for just $15, you get to try it all!

Meet us on Sat, November 16 between 12pm – 3pm, outside the St Kilda RSL at 88 Acland Street, to collect your tasting ticket for the most indulgent day of tasting tarts, gateau, sorbets, gelato and more. And now, with two dessert ticket offerings, you can take on all Acland has to offer, or opt for a little bit less 🙂

Check out the wonderful businesses and their offerings:

Ice cream – choose any flavour you’d like to try at the following businesses:

1. 7 Apples Gelato

2. Ben & Jerry’s

3. C9 Chocolate & Gelato

4. Piccolina Gelateria

Frozen yoghurt – Yo-Bar – includes one topping of your choice

Cake shops – choose one cake from each listing below, and select your choice when you book a $15 ticket:

1. Europa Cake Shop

Blackforest Slice
Polish Cheesecake
Mini Cannoli

2. LeBon Cakes

Famous Vanilla slice
Raspberry Turnover
Chocolate & Hazelnut Slice

3. Monarch Cakes

Homestyle Caramel Slice
Butter Shortbread Biscuit
Chocolate Hazelnut Fudge with Roasted Hazelnuts (gluten free) (egg free)

4. The Acland Cake Shop

Chocolate Eclair
Pecan Slice
Chocolate Mud Cake (gluten free)

NOTE: The cakes are approx. half size of a regular slice and the ice creams & yoghurt are a child’s size serve so you may even want to share with someone, or eat the ice creams/yoghurt and take the cakes home for eating at another time

Read on below for a bio on all of our amazing businesses involved.

So, how does it work?

Book a $15 ticket (inc GST, plus booking fee), making sure to select your choices from the cake shops

Book a $10 ticket for the ice cream and yoghurt shops for $10 (inc GST, plus booking fee)
Between 12pm – 3pm on Sat, November 16, visit our check in table at 83 Acland Street (next to Europa) and swap your tickets for the sampling ticket you’ll need to show to the businesses, so they know you’re part of the event
Be sure to have collected your sampling ticket, and visited all businesses for your treats, by 3pm as this is when the event ends
This is a take away event, so please don’t sit at the tables and chairs in the businesses. If you want to have a seat, you can wander to O’Donnell Gardens next to Luna Park
Once tickets are sold out, you can register on the waitlist by click through on ticket booking link, in case tickets become available
Refunds available up to and including Fri, Nov 8. If you need a refund after this date, email us and, if there is someone waitlisted for tickets, we may be able to refund you. If there isn’t, we cannot refund
Tickets MUST BE BOOKED before the event. No sales on the day. Ticket sales close Fri, Nov 15 at 3pm

Participating Stores

7 Apples Gelato

75 Acland Street, St Kilda

7 Apples Gelato has been part of Acland Street since 2001. The store was founded by Mark Mariotti, who is of Italian heritage and trained in Italy. 7 Apples Gelato is a proud artisan producer of gelato, the gelato is made on site every day. On most days, the gelato is still made by Mark – he loves gelato and he loves Acland Street. 7 Apples uses fresh seasonal produce, which is why their popular mango sorbet is only available in the warmer months. They also make milkshakes from any of the flavours in the cabinet, why not try their popular Dark Chocolate Sorbet which is made from decadent Callebaut Chocolate.

Ben and Jerry’s

82 Acland Street, St Kilda

Ben & Jerry’s St. Kilda is a delightful ice cream parlour that opened its doors in February 2020, bringing joy and deliciousness to the heart of St. Kilda. Their passion lies in crafting the most delectable ice cream cakes and serving a wide array of flavours that cater to everyone, including those with allergies. At Ben & Jerry’s St. Kilda, they take pride in offering options like gluten-free, vegan, and nut-free ice creams, ensuring that everyone can savour the sweet goodness without worry. Their commitment to quality means that you’ll find no artificial flavours or colours in any of their ice creams. Come indulge in their delightful treats and experience the joy of pure, authentic ice cream goodness.

C9 Chocolate & Gelato

90 Acland Street, St Kilda

Embrace the journey with us! We’re a family from Iran, thrilled to have embarked on our Australian adventures less than two years ago. Fate led us to the C9 franchise, where we discovered like-minded Iranian franchisors and, since February 2023, we’ve proudly set up shop as a vibrant C9 branch on Acland Street, where we’re dishing out an exciting array of delights. We handcraft exquisite gelatos and tantalise your taste buds with premium coffee, decadent desserts, tantalising alcoholic creations, delectable donuts, and irresistible shakes. Your palate is in for a treat! Our unwavering commitment is to ensure your absolute satisfaction. When you choose us, you’re not just a customer; you’re a cherished part of our journey. Join us, and let’s create delightful memories together.

Europa Cake Shop

81 Acland Street, St Kilda

Originally established in 1982, and combined with our friendly staff Europa – The European Cake Shop – is an essential local eating experience. Recognised internationally, we specialise in Polish cakes and donuts and also have over 10 varieties of baked cheesecake, sumptuous danishes, in addition to traditional Polish chocolates and teas. We also offer a large range of vegan and gluten free cakes, deliciously hand made.

LeBon Cakes

93 Acland Street, St Kilda

At Lebon Cakes, we are not just a business; we are a warm and welcoming slice of Acland Street’s history, enriched with 50 years of tradition and charm. Three generations of pastry chefs, each carrying the torch of our delicious legacy. 80 years of recipes, all wrapped in the embrace of family love and a profound passion for our craft and community. When you step through our doors, you are not just indulging in cakes and pastries, you are embarking on a delightful journey through time. We blend the nostalgia with contemporary flavours and culture, sprinkled with an extra helping of love in every single bite. Our recipes are like treasured heirlooms, passed down from one generation to the next. Each pastry chef adds their own unique touch while staying true to the original, creating a symphony of flavours. Our menu boasts an astonishing array of over 300 different slices. Whether you have a penchant for the classics or a craving for the avantgarde, we cater to every taste and preference. It’s not just a slice; it’s a journey through time, a taste of history, and a celebration of the present. In a world that’s ever-changing, Lebon Cakes remains a steadfast beacon of tradition. We have adapted and thrived, all while holding tight to our cherished customs.

Monarch Cakes

103 Acland Street, St Kilda

Monarch Cakes has been in Acland Street since 1934. Next year we will celebrate our 90th birthday. Our cakes are traditionally Eastern European and baked to original recipes using the finest local ingredients. Everything is baked here with love and pride in our craft. We are a much loved institution with generations of customers who have frequented our store. We are a family run business with 3-generations working together to ensure the old school traditions are kept alive.

Piccolina Gelateria

137 Acland Street, St Kilda

In 2018, Piccolina burst onto the scene in St. Kilda, leaving an indelible mark on the gelato landscape. This achievement can be attributed to the unwavering passion and dedication of Piccolina’s founder, Sandra Foti, who has a deep-rooted love for crafting authentic Italian gelato. Known for its delicious gelato and friendly atmosphere, it has become a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. With a wide range of flavours to choose from, Piccolina offers a delightful treat for everyone’s taste buds. Whether you’re craving classic flavours or adventurous combinations, you’re sure to find something to satisfy your sweet tooth at Piccolina in St Kilda.

The Acland Cake Shop

97 Acland Street, St Kilda

The Acland Cake Shop has been a part of Acland Street’s rich history since 1962. It is now owned by Peter and Anna, who took over in 2010, after leaving the corruption of Cambodia, searching for a freedom they could not find in their own country. Bringing 20 years of baking experience with them, they were worthy new owners and have continued the tradition of specialising in vanilla slices, fruit boats and more.

Yo-Bar

106A Acland Street, St Kilda

In 2023, Yo-Bar blessed Acland Street with a new and upcoming self-serve Frozen Yoghurt and Acai company. We have the largest selection of toppings and yoghurt flavours in the whole of Australia! We offer a range of smoothies, self-serve acai and frozen yoghurt, fruit cups and Peanut Butter and Nutella on tap! We currently have three locations in Melbourne and we have big plans to keep growing!

The founders Viv and Annie, have the intention to always encourage creativity, by allowing all consumers to handcraft their own bowl of goodness. This inspired the famous Yo-Bar’s slogan ‘Make It Your Way’.

We’re proud to be a family-owned Australian business, offering options like gluten-free, vegan, halal, and kosher, ensuring that everyone can enjoy our bowls of deliciousness without fuss!