Sweet Carrie’s Dessert Shop

There is this little mom-​and-​pop-​operated dessert shop called Sweet Carrie’s Dessert Shop in Lonsdale Quay and let me tell you this: everything there is all mine. *Drop the Mic*
On a more serious note: I had work-​related stints in Melbourne, NYC, and Paris, cities with the famous Pavlova, but I gotta say with my full confidence this small snack corner at a small market creates one of the best Pavlova, if not the best, I’ve tasted. Anna Pavlova would be proud.

Horrible service. Woman would rather play with her ipad than serve customers. She throws attitude at you when you order then mutters things under her breath for no reason. I walked away in disgust. I’d rather give my money to someone who acknowledges and appreciates their customers.

When it comes to baked goods, I often rely on my wife. As an ex-​baker for The Mix and the creator of possibly the best white chocolate raspberry cheesecake to ever grace this earth, she knows quality and appreciates the efforts bakers will take to perfect their craft. As she states, pavlova is too often made incorrectly as an overly crunchy meringue instead of a crisp outer layer with a light marshmallowy inside. She wanted to show me what good pavlova looks and tastes like, but instead of making it for me she took me to Sweet Carrie’s at Lonsdale Quay.
Sweet Carrie’s sells dozens and dozens of desserts and other baked goods, but my stubborn brain won’t allow me to purchase anything but their pavlova. Dear god, this stuff is delicious. It’s so light, but hugely satisfying.
I’m the kind of guy who generally cares less about the customer service than the food quality. I can’t claim their customer service to be exceptional, but their pavlovas sure are.

They have me over a barrell… because where else can I get a single slice of pavlova?
The lady said hello to me… that’s my cue to start talking, right? Right? No… apparently not, because as I am about to ask her for a slice of deliciousness, she starts yelling after a woman she knows to say hi… then she looks confused as to whether she should chase after her friend or help me. Umm, please help me.
Besides that, I’ve only had their pavlova. It’s wonderful. They’re filled with cream and fruit (fresh and canned)… You can get individual plate or a whole cake to share (or eat alone, I’m not judgy). The pavlova is crisp and the middle is soft… yum.

Still quite unahppy with the freshness or the quality of the place. As well as the unfriendly staff!

I know this cute little couple make all kinds of pies and cookies, but what the real winner at Sweet Carrie’s, is the Pavlova. Its crispy on the outside, and soft and beautiful on the inside. To say it is merely good would be an insult that should earn you a white glove smacked about your face. The pavlova is parfait! magnifique! .it makes a girl speak franglish.
~Did your pavlova die and shrivel up screaming in your oven, and you cried about your skills in the kitchen? Drive to lonsdale quay and buy a plain pavlova or a bunch of mini pavlovas from this place, and later laugh maniacally as you add sliced strawberries, raspberries and whipcream to them and think how much of an evil genius you are, when your friends never know the difference. Ha Haaa Haaa!

Yummy chocolate brownies. My husband is fussy and these are his favourite.

I decided to try Sweet Carrie’s Dessert Shop from reading the reviews here about the pavlova, i gave it a shot and i thought it was great, the fruits were definitely fresh, i thought it looked simple and tasted delicious. Light whipped cream and fresh fruits to go with it, how can you not? I thought the price is fair, and the owners friendly. I would definitely recommend people to give this a try!
Cheers
Matti

Everything at this place was delicious. We tried the pavlova due to other reviewers, and they were right on! Super fluffy and delicious! The fruits are super fresh. Can’t go wrong with anything here (we tried a variety of items — pecan tart, butter tart, various cookies, mincemeat pie, pecan square, etc.)
This place is located in the Lonsdale Quay Market.

A big part of me wanted to keep this place a secret, close to my heart, but that would’ve been selfish and I’ve been told that’s a bad thing to be.
So here goes — Sweet Carrie’s is a mom & pop shop that makes the most amazing Pavlova Cakes in this city hands down. Think egg whites whipped to perfection, baked until a crispy crust forms all around the sides while the inside remains heavenly light and airy, all topped with fluffy whipped cream that’s not too sweet and fresh strawberries, kiwi’s and peaches. I get misty just thinking about it.
I’ve been eating these cakes since I was 12. As kids, my siblings and I would pray on our birthday’s that we’d been good enough for our parents to spend the extra $ 6 to get us one of these instead of the «middle-​class Chinese standard» — a white sponge fruit cake from T&T. My mother was known to finish an entire 10 incher by herself — overnight.
During my college years, my entire family up and moved out of the country saying farewell to these cakes for four long years. Last year my parents moved back, and I surprised my mother on her birthday with TWO Pavlova Cakes (one to share, one all to herself). It was like witnessing a reunion between a long lost child and it’s mother, there was a hush in the room and all she could say was, «I always hoped I’d get the chance to eat this cake again…»
Time has stood still for Sweet Carrie’s, the owners are still the same adorable asian couple; in the display case, the desserts are still showcased in the exact same spots as they were 15 years ago; and most importantly, everything tastes «just like you remembered.» This cake, to me, is memory in edible form… food that feeds my soul. I hope they stay around forever. *heart*

They’ve been around forever, but they’re still the best for pavlova. I take the seabus to North Van just to have them! Also check out the pecan (and other nuts) squares. Delish!!!

If you have a sweet tooth, you will be in heaven at Sweet Carrie’s. The shop carries gorgeous pastries and cakes, almost reminding me of a patisserie from back home (Montréal). Here you can also sample cheesecake, and all kinds of chocolatey delights. Everything here is very beautiful and made with quality ingredients. Just don’t go when you’re hungry… you might come away with everything in the display case!

Did you know Pavlova originated in Australia? Well now you do! That heavenly confection of fresh fruit and meringue is perfected at Sweet Carrie’s Dessert Shop along with delicious cheesecakes, pastries in all forms, cookies and cakes for all occasions from birthdays to anniversaries and weddings. Sweet Carrie’s claims to use only the best ingredients for their treats and it certainly shows! Yum!