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29/05/2026
π¬β¨A sweet sneak peek of these special creations before they hit the big screenβ¦ for the upcoming movie Honeymoon with Harry, currently being filmed in Brisbane with Kevin Costner & Jake Gyllenhaal.
Three traditional style wedding cakes, for three scene takes! Featuring delicate piping details and a luscious abundance of orchids.
Keep an eye out for Vanilla Podβs feature with the star actors! π°π₯
23/05/2026
Love cake decorating? Weβd love to hear from you πβ¨ Weβre looking for a skilled cake decorator to join our teamβsomeone who takes pride in their craft, has a keen eye for detail, and enjoys creating stunning custom designs.
If working with buttercream, piping, and bringing creative cake concepts to life sounds like you, this could be the perfect fit π«
π© Send your resume to via email (no DMβs please) [email protected]β¨
22/05/2026
Step into our creative world of novelty cakes ππ΄ββ οΈππͺ©π€ β¨β¨From playful party cakes to unforgettable milestone moments, Brisbane & beyondβweβre ready to work with you to design a unique cake especially for you!
πππππ πΉπππ π·πππππππ οΌ πππππππβπ πππππ‘π π·ππ πππ οΌ βExceptional! Carla and her family have made cakes for all of our family celebrations, but the most recent pirate themed cake for our sonβs birthday was just amazing! So delicious and not even a crumb left!β
21/05/2026
β₯οΈβ₯οΈ Ruby Red Vintage Heart β₯οΈβ₯οΈ
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20/05/2026
Office celebrations just got a whole lot sweeter πβ¨
Turn your brand into the star of the show with a custom corporate cake thatβs as fun as it is delicious. From anniversaries and product launches to team wins and client milestones, we create centrepieces that everyone will be talking about π«
Finished with a decorative piped border, golden stars, and your logo front and centreβbecause your big moments deserve the spotlight π
Available in multiple sizes (serving 25β90 slices) and designed for easy cutting.
Letβs make your next celebration extra sweet π°
18/05/2026
π€π₯ A little ombrΓ© magic for Diana & Joseph at
Three decadent tiers featuring pistachio & lemon curd, white chocolate with salted caramel, and white chocolate with Biscoff π°β¨Finished in a soft olive ombrΓ© buttercream, adorned with our βArianaβ gold stencil, and paired with seasonal white florals and magnolia leaves for a timeless, romantic finish. Personalised with a gold mirror monogram β¨
11/05/2026
βHi Imogen, I just wanted to say a big thank you on the cake. Everyone commented on not only how beautiful it was, but also how delicious it was. Lachie was extremely chuffed! Thank you, Kate.β
Loving last weekendβs bespoke and novelty cakes. Sweetening birthday & wedding celebrations all over Brisbane and hereβs just a few of the dozens we created π¦ π π¨ ποΈ π
Special mention to our friends at KC Times Co for the awesome custom cake toppers, for our pretty blooms and for our edible prints⦠that film strip was brilliant!
08/05/2026
My daughter Imogen and I work side by side, and we absolutely love designing your cakes together π
β¨Itβs been such a joy boxing up hundreds of luckyβdip cakes for Motherβs Day this year too ππ§π
Weβre open until 1pm today, with our window full of lastβminute Motherβs Day lucky dip cupcake boxes, mini cakes, birthday cakes, melting moments and mixed slices.
Ohβ¦ and yes, weβre serving cake for brekky π This weekβs flavour is pistachio with lemon curd and vanilla bean buttercream!!!
Canβt wait to see you soon,β¨Carla & Imogen xx
04/05/2026
Celebrating Larnieβs 80th birthday lunch with this buttercream beauty π₯πΈπ
An ombrΓ© blend of musky pink to white, finished with a goldβshimmer stencil, delicate pearl details, gold mirror 80 and magnificent florals by
Inside, a divine white chocolate cake infused with fresh lemon zest and bursts of raspberry β¨
02/05/2026
πππ‘βππβπ π·ππ¦ πΈπ° mini cakes, cupcakes & naked cakes. Spoiling special ladies all over Brisbane next weekend. Deliveries and gluten free options available too π₯°
Www.vanillapod.com.au/shop
02/05/2026
Pretty pastel Lambeth piping ππ©·πΈ
30/04/2026
A month full of fun, celebrations and pretty floral bespoke birthday cakes β¨π§‘πΈ Hereβs just a few of our favourites!
With wedding season underway, 2β3 weeksβ notice is appreciated for bespoke orders from now until the end of June, as availability is limited on select weeks.
25/04/2026
ππ§πππ§ Indulge your Mum or a cherished woman this Motherβs Day with an exquisite box of handcrafted cupcakes. A selection of our famous Vanilla Pod cupcakes β featuring favourites like our Red Velvet, Coconut & Raspberry, Pistachio & Lemon, Passionfruit, Confetti and Lavender.
To create an extra special gift, you can add our MOTHERβS DAY Cake Fork & Teaspoon Sets of 4.
Or maybe a decadent Naked Cake, or the elegant Teresaβs Garden Mini Cake π°π·
Collections available on or before Saturday, 9 May.
We recommend ordering early, as limitedβedition pieces are known to sell out quickly.
Prefer delivery? Weβd be delighted to arrange a bespoke delivery for you ππ
23/04/2026
β¨ Happy Birthday, Di! π₯ππ
Weβre open today until 3pm for lastβminute cakes, cupcakes, and sweet spreads.
Weβll be closed tomorrow for ANZAC Day.β¨Lest We Forget π¦πΊβ€οΈπ³πΏ
17/04/2026
πππ‘π’ππππ¦βs in Albion are full off colour and bespoke design π§π»ββοΈπΌπππ©΅
14/04/2026
π° Hump Day Happiness π°
Sweeten your week with mixed cake slices or cupcakes β baked fresh daily in Brisbane π€
β¨Perfect for just because moments or lastβminute celebrations!
π Cakes available daily, including:β¨Red velvet, tiramisu, Nutella, black forest, vanilla with passionfruit & raspberry, cookies & cream, lavender & honey + more!
β¨ Mini cakes available
β¨π Glutenβfree options always
Pop in and treat yourself!
13/04/2026
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12/04/2026
π€π¦πThat moment when your wife plans your surprise 40th cakeβ¦
you fly it home to Central Queenslandβ¦β¨airport security pulls it asideβ¦β¨you donβt know whatβs in the boxβ¦β¨and they open it to make sure the bullets arenβt real π
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βI believe this caused a bit of a stir at the airport last night π Thank you again for a lovely cake! Jessicaβ
09/04/2026
Happy 30th ππππππ’π πΈπ₯ A little shimmer, a lot of flowers in this buttercream beauty with roseβgold stencil, fresh seasonal blooms, and custom cake topper.
With a glutenβfree white chocolate cake filled with lemon curd inside, Moniqueβs cake was pure decadence!
05/04/2026
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This autumn, weβve had the joy of delivering our buttercream wedding cakes far and wide β from Burleigh and Currumbin to the magic of Springbrook, and of course right here in Brisbane.οΏ½So grateful to be part of so many beautiful celebrations π€
30/03/2026
Introducing our Motherβs Day cakes & the perfect centrepiece for celebrating Mum. Luscious vanilla buttercream, scrumptious fillings and sprouty pressed flowers.
β¨ Vanilla NAKED Cake with Passionfruit Curd
β¨ Vanilla NAKED Cake with Salted Caramel & Pecans
For the ultimate gift, pair your cake with our beautiful teacups, elegant spoons or champagne glasses β because she deserves it all. π€ Available as a gluten free option and weβre happy to make a special delivery for you too.
https://www.vanillapod.com.au/shop/
Be sure to order early as we have limited availability due to The Brisbane Wedding Season being in full swing!
Pressed flowers courtesy of the beautiful Simone .produce πΌπͺ»πΈ
25/03/2026
Rolling into 20 like a high roller π²β¨πΊWhen itβs a Vegas party and the only acceptable gift is a giant, bedazzling dice cake π²π Happy Birthday, Fabulous William James!
21/03/2026
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20/03/2026
Itβs been our absolute pleasure to sweeten the Family Doctors Plus celebrations over the years β thank you for trusting us with so many special moments. π»ππππ¦ 10 πππππ ππ©΅
Address
344 Sandgate Road (cnr Birkbeck St)
Brisbane, QLD
4010
To reach your destination on Sandgate Road in Brisbane, here are the travel directions:
**Public Transport:**
1. **Train:** Take a train to the nearest station, which is either Albion or Wooloowin. From there, you can catch a bus or walk approximately 15-20 minutes to your destination.
2. **Bus:** Check local bus routes that service Sandgate Road. Buses frequently run from various parts of Brisbane, and you can use the TransLink website or app to find the best route and schedule.
**Driving/Parking:**
1. If you're driving, head towards Sandgate Road via major roads like the M3 or M7 depending on your starting point.
2. Look for parking options along Sandgate Road or nearby streets. There may be street parking available, but be sure to check for any parking restrictions.
3. Alternatively, some nearby shopping centers may offer parking if you prefer a larger lot.
Make sure to check traffic conditions before you leave for a smoother journey!
Opening Hours
| Monday |
7am - 3pm |
| Tuesday |
7am - 3pm |
| Wednesday |
7am - 3pm |
| Thursday |
7am - 3pm |
| Friday |
7am - 3pm |
| Saturday |
8:30am - 1pm |
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What people say
Vanilla Pod Specialty Cakes on Sandgate Road in Brisbane is a delightful destination for anyone with a sweet tooth. Renowned for their stunning wedding cakes and fabulous birthday cakes, this cupcake shop truly excels in creating edible masterpieces that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Each cake is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every celebration is made even more special.
Their selection of cupcakes is equally impressive, offering a variety of flavors that cater to all tastes. Whether you're looking for something classic or a bit more adventurous, Vanilla Pod has you covered. The combination of quality ingredients and artistic design makes each treat not just a dessert but an experience to savor.
For those planning a special event, Vanilla Pod Specialty Cakes provides the perfect solution to elevate any occasion. Their commitment to excellence shines through in every creation, making them a top choice for cake lovers in Brisbane. Visit their website at www.vanillapod.com.au/shop to explore their offerings and indulge in the sweet creations that await!
