A Very Merry Berry Christmas at Shingle Inn

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Remember strawberries and cream lollies? Or that first lick of strawberry ice cream at the Royal Show? Our new Merry Berry Christmas Cake brings a little of that childhood happiness to the Christmas table, with a festive finish worth gathering around.

Pretty in pink and made for sharing, it’s the newest addition to Shingle Inn’s Christmas bakery range. And with celebration season filling up fast, we think you’ll find plenty of reasons for a slice.

Meet your new festive favourite

There’s something lovely about a cake that looks just as good on the table as it tastes on your fork.

Our Merry Berry Christmas Cake brings together layers of soft strawberry sponge, berry jam and creamy icing, finished with white chocolate Chantilly cream and a sprinkling of berries.

With its soft pink icing, swirls of cream and little pops of berry red, it adds a playful touch to the traditional Christmas spread. Think festive, with a strawberry twist.

Make a little room for a Christmas catch-up

Between shopping lists, end-of-year events and finding a present for the person who insists they need nothing, December can get a little busy.

Our suggestion? Put a cake break on the list.

Meet a friend at Shingle Inn and enjoy a slice with your favourite barista-made coffee. A cappuccino or flat white is a lovely companion to the creamy strawberry layers, while a pot of tea gives you every reason to settle in for a proper catch-up.

It’s also a sweet way to finish lunch or turn a quick shopping stop into something a little more festive. Bags down, forks ready.

A whole cake for celebration season

Some occasions call for more than a slice. Bring a whole Merry Berry Christmas Cake to a family gathering, make it the centrepiece of your Christmas dessert table or share it with the team for an end-of-year afternoon tea.

Hosting friends? Bring out the cake, put the kettle on and let everyone choose their slice. For a simple festive table, take inspiration from its pink, white and berry-red colours, with ribbon-tied napkins and your favourite cake stand

It’s a cheerful choice for a December birthday, too. Because a birthday during Christmas season still deserves its own cake moment.

Start a new Christmas tradition

Perhaps your family always gathers for Christmas pudding. Perhaps there’s a fruit cake recipe that makes an appearance every year. There’s room for those favourites and something new.

Our Merry Berry Christmas Cake is made for the strawberry lovers, the cream enthusiasts and anyone who likes their festive celebrations with a splash of pink.

Make it your annual Christmas shopping treat, bring it along to your friends’ festive lunch or share a slice with someone you’ve been meaning to catch up with all year.

The best traditions often start with, “Shall we do this again?”

Limited time only

Like Christmas itself, our Merry Berry Christmas Cake is here for a limited time only.

Visit your local Shingle Inn to enjoy a slice, or speak with the team about a whole cake for your next celebration.

A little nostalgic, a little festive and very Merry Berry. Who will you share yours with?

Christmas Gift Appeal 2026

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This Christmas, Shingle Inn is proud to partner with RizeUp Australia to support those affected by domestic and family violence. We invite you to join us in making a difference by donating unwrapped toys and gifts at any of our Shingle Inn café locations across Australia.

By bringing in unwrapped gifts or toys to any Shingle Inn café, you can brighten the festive season for families in need. Your generosity will help provide much-needed support and joy to those rebuilding their lives.

To ensure your donations are as impactful as possible, here are some gift ideas inspired by RizeUp’s recommendations:

  • Babies and toddlers (0-3 years): soft toys and teddy bears, educational toys, baby clothing and accessories, board books
  • Children (4-12 years): arts and crafts sets, lego and building blocks, puzzles and board games, sporting equipment
  • Teenagers (13-18 years): headphones or portable speakers, journals and stationery, gift cards (e.g. movies, music, retail stores), personal care items (e.g. skincare, cologne)
  • Adults: homewares (e.g. kitchenware, décor), gift vouchers, books and novels, personal care products

Please ensure all gifts are new and unwrapped.

You can drop off your generous donations at any of our Shingle Inn café locations across Australia including:

Queensland

  • Brookside
  • Capalaba Park
  • Carindale
  • City Hall
  • Clifford Gardens
  • Garden City
  • Gladstone
  • Grand Plaza
  • Hyperdome
  • Mt Ommaney
  • North Lakes
  • Strathpine
  • Sunshine Plaza
  • The Pines

New South Wales

  • Shellharbour

Victoria

  • Doncaster
  • Fountain Gate
  • Knox

Western Australia

  • Belmont Forum
  • Joondalup
  • Halls Head

To find your nearest Shingle Inn café, please visit our Store Locator. The boxes will be available until Monday 7th December.

For more information about RizeUp Australia and how your donations make a difference, visit rizeup.com.au.

Thank you for helping us support families in need this Christmas. Together, we can make a real difference in our community.

Christmas Gifting made a Little Sweeter!

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A thoughtful thank-you, a favourite family dessert, a catch-up before the year slips away. Christmas is full of little moments worth making special.

Our Christmas collection brings together the handmade treats you look forward to each year, plus some new favourites to discover. Whether you’re choosing gifts for teachers and colleagues or planning something sweet for your festive table, get comfortable and find a little inspiration.

Cakes & Puddings for Celebration Season

There’s something lovely about arriving with dessert, especially when it gives everyone a reason to linger.

Our NEW Merry Berry Christmas Cake brings a playful strawberries-and-cream twist to the table. Layers of soft strawberry sponge, berry jam and creamy icing are finished with white chocolate Chantilly cream and a sprinkling of berries. It’s a cheerful centrepiece for end-of-year lunches, December birthdays and Christmas gatherings.

For a taste of tradition, our Christmas Fruit Cakes are made with premium fruits soaked in brandy and rum for three months, then carefully baked and matured. Choose from mini and regular cakes with a range of icing finishes, perfect for gifting or sharing over a pot of tea.

Pudding lovers have something new to discover, too. Our NEW White Chocolate & Ginger Pudding combines caramelised white chocolate with candied ginger for a sweet, gently spiced finish. Alongside it, our Traditional Christmas Pudding brings the familiar richness of fruit, brandy, rum, treacle and spices.

Festive Favourites made with Gluten-Free Ingredients

This year’s collection has some lovely additions made with gluten-free ingredients.

Our NEW Orange & Cranberry Crowns bring bright citrus flavour and festive cranberry notes to your next coffee catch-up. For a little gift with plenty of character, our NEW Chocolate Pudding Biscuits are dipped in white chocolate and finished with fondant holly.

There’s also our NEW Mini Fruit Cake with Holly, joining our Regular Un-iced Fruit Cake and Fruit Mince Tarts. Choose a favourite for afternoon tea or put together a thoughtful selection for someone special.

Pies & Slices for Sharing

Some of the best Christmas catch-ups start with a simple “Are you free for coffee?”

Make time for a Fruit Mince Pie and your favourite hot drink in-store, or take a gift box along when you visit friends.

Our Christmas Bites make a lovely addition to office morning teas and festive sharing plates. Discover NEW Dubai Chocolate, featuring chocolate, pistachio and crisp Kataifi pastry, and NEW White Christmas, a creamy, crunchy white chocolate bite filled with apricots, sultanas and cranberries. Alongside them, Choc Cherry pairs rich dark chocolate with sweet cherry coconut. Put out a selection and see which flavour everyone reaches for first.

Christmas Biscuits & Little Thank-Yous

For the teacher who’s encouraged them, the colleague who’s helped you through and the neighbour who always lends a hand, a small gesture can say so much.

Our handmade Snowman Biscuits, Christmas Tree Biscuits, Gingerbread Men and Choc-Dipped Shortbread bring a little fun to Christmas gifting.

Let the children choose a character for their teacher, add a handwritten note or take a box to share in the staffroom. It’s a simple, personal way to say, “Thank you for everything this year.”

A Thoughtful Finishing Touch

Our NEW Reusable Pudding Gift Bag adds a playful touch to your present. It folds out into a handy shopping bag, then tucks neatly back into its pudding-shaped pouch.

Or choose a Shingle Inn Commemorative Tin for a keepsake they can use long after the Christmas treats have disappeared.

Make Time for Your Christmas Traditions

Since our first Christmas range in 1937, Shingle Inn’s handmade bakery favourites have been part of festive tables and thoughtful gifts across generations.

Perhaps your tradition is sharing fruit cake with family, meeting a friend for a festive coffee or choosing something sweet for the people who’ve made your year brighter.

Whatever Christmas looks like for you, we’d love to be a little part of it.

Our collection is available for a limited time. Explore the Christmas online shop and arrange Click & Collect from your selected store, so there’s one less thing to think about when the festive calendar fills up.

A Royal Return: Meet Charlotte!

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Some cakes are simply too special to leave in the past.

After many customer requests, our much-loved Charlotte Royale has made its return to Shingle Inn, this time in a perfectly petite size. Reintroduced from the Shingle Inn bakery archives, the new Mini Charlotte Royale brings together a little nostalgia, a little elegance and plenty of strawberry-filled sweetness.

A favourite from the Shingle Inn bakery archives

The Charlotte Royale has long been a favourite among Shingle Inn customers, and we have received plenty of requests to bring it back. We listened! Inspired by a classic European dessert, our Mini Charlotte Royale features slices of vanilla and jam Swiss roll wrapped around a light, sweet strawberry mousse. It is finished with a glossy raspberry-plum gel glaze, creating its signature red swirl and beautifully polished appearance.

With its intricate layers and striking finish, this miniature cake looks every bit as special as it tastes.

A royally good reason for a coffee date

The Mini Charlotte Royale is just the right size for a personal treat, an afternoon pick-me-up or a long-overdue catch-up with someone special. Enjoy yours in-store with a freshly made coffee or tea.

Our Mini Charlotte Royale has returned by popular request, but it will only be visiting the Shingle Inn cake cabinet for a limited time.

Visit your local Shingle Inn café to rediscover this favourite from our bakery archives and enjoy a little taste of Shingle Inn history while it is here.

The Burger That Always Hits the Spot

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There are some days when only a proper burger will do. The kind that arrives stacked with all the classics, accompanied by hot, crispy chips and ready to be enjoyed with both hands.

A firm favourite on the Shingle Inn menu, our Beef Burger with Cheese & Chips is a classic café lunch that always hits the spot.

A classic beef burger, done right

At the centre of this much-loved menu staple is a prime Angus beef pattie, topped with tomato relish, Swiss cheese, dill pickle, salad greens and red onion.

The rich beef and creamy Swiss cheese are balanced by sweet tomato relish, tangy pickle and fresh salad, creating all the flavours you want from a classic burger. It is served with crispy beer-battered chips for the full café burger experience.

Make it your perfect lunch

A burger and chips may be a complete meal, but the right drink makes it even better. Pair yours with an icy cold drink, juice, milkshake or your favourite Shingle Inn Iced Latte.

Catching up with friends or bringing the family along? Add an extra bowl of beer-battered chips for the table, or mix things up with sweet potato chips or wedges served with sour cream.

You can also choose a dipping sauce to complete the meal, with aioli, sweet chilli, BBQ, tartare, tomato sauce and gravy available.

Meet the rest of our burger line-up

Not in the mood for beef? There are plenty of other burgers to explore on the Shingle Inn menu.

  • For seafood fans, the Fish Burger & Chips features two fillets of crispy flathead with tartare sauce, lettuce, cucumber, carrot and red onion.
  • Looking for something fresh and filling? Try the Grilled Chicken Burger & Chips, made with grilled chicken breast, avocado, tomato, lettuce, red onion, beetroot and mayonnaise.
  • Our Veggie Burger & Chips brings together garlic mushrooms, haloumi, rocket and tomato relish for a satisfying meat-free option that is full of flavour.

Whether you are craving a classic beef burger, crispy fish, grilled chicken or a vegetarian burger, there is a Shingle Inn favourite waiting for you.

Your next lunch order is sorted.

Melty Mozzarella Toasties

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Golden, cheesy and made for cosy winter days.

Our new Melty Mozzarella Toasties have arrived at Shingle Inn, bringing together toasted sourdough, fresh fillings and a golden layer of melted mozzarella baked right on top. It’s warm, cheesy, crisp around the edges and just the thing to enjoy when you’re after something fresh, filling and full of comfort.

Available for a limited time only, these new toasties are made for chilly mornings, relaxed lunches, afternoon catch-ups and those days when only something golden and melty will do.

The Golden Mozzarella Top

This is not your average toastie.. each Melty Mozzarella Toastie is finished with a golden mozzarella top, adding that extra layer of cheesy goodness before you even take your first bite. It gives the sourdough a warm, bubbling finish and turns a classic toastie into something a little more special. It’s the kind of winter meal that feels comforting without being too heavy, with fresh ingredients tucked inside and melted mozzarella bringing it all together.

Ham & Brie Melty Mozzarella Toastie

  • The Ham & Brie Melty Mozzarella Toastie features toasted sourdough with ham, creamy brie, cos lettuce, red onion, chilli mango mayo and a golden mozzarella top. It’s creamy, fresh, and slightly sweet, making it a perfect choice if you love a classic ham and cheese toastie with a twist. Available for $16 for a limited time only.

BBQ Pulled Pork Melty Mozzarella Toastie

  • For something hearty and full of flavour, the BBQ Pulled Pork Melty Mozzarella Toastie is made for winter cravings. It features toasted sourdough with pulled pork, cos lettuce, carrot, red onion, BBQ sauce and a golden mozzarella top. The smoky BBQ flavour, fresh crunch and melted cheese finish make it a satisfying all-day meal. Available for $16 for a limited time only.

Take a break from the cold and enjoy your Melty Mozzarella Toastie in-store with your favourite Shingle Inn coffee, tea or iced drink.

Meet Our New Crispy Chicken, Feta & Avocado Salad

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Fresh, Crispy & Made for Lunch

Looking for a lunch that feels fresh but still keeps you full? Our new Crispy Chicken, Feta & Avocado Salad might just become your new go-to.

Available for a limited time only at Shingle Inn, this fresh café-style salad combines golden crispy chicken with brown rice, mixed greens, avocado, cucumber, feta, creamy tzatziki and a slice of lemon for the perfect finishing touch.

It’s the ultimate balance of fresh and filling. The crispy chicken brings the crunch, the avocado and feta add creaminess and flavour, while the brown rice makes it satisfying enough for lunch, dinner or anything in between.

Whether you’re escaping the office for a proper lunch break, catching up with friends over coffee or looking for a lighter meal option that still feels indulgent, this salad ticks all the boxes.

Even better? It’s available all day, so you can enjoy it whenever the craving hits.

Pair it with your favourite iced drink, barista-made coffee or a sweet treat from the cabinet to turn your lunch break into a proper café moment.

The Crispy Chicken, Feta & Avocado Salad is available now for a limited time at Shingle Inn.

Our New Lemon & Poppy Seed Mini Loaf

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Bright, zesty and made with gluten-free ingredients 🍋

There’s a new addition joining the Shingle Inn mini loaf family… and it’s already brightening up the cake cabinet.

Introducing our new Lemon & Poppy Seed Mini Loaf, exclusive to the Shingle Inn Bakery and available for a limited time only.

Made with gluten-free ingredients, this bright and zesty treat combines lemon, coconut, almond meal, poppy seeds and a hint of vanilla for the perfect little coffee break companion.

It now joins our other customer favourites:

  • 🍒 Sour Cherry Mini Loaf (gluten-free ingredients)
  • 🍊 Orange & Almond Mini Loaf (gluten-free ingredients)

Which one are you choosing?

The mini loaf range pairs perfectly with your favourite barista-made coffee or pot of tea.

Fresh, colourful and full of flavour, the Lemon & Poppy Seed Mini Loaf is available now at Shingle Inn.

Game Day Never Tasted So Good!

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Shingle Inn’s State of Origin Jersey Biscuits Are Back

It’s time to pick your side and take a bite… because Shingle Inn’s limited-edition State of Origin jersey biscuits are back for another season.

Handmade in Shingle Inn’s Brisbane bakery, each biscuit is decorated in either maroon or blue – a sweet nod to one of Australia’s greatest sporting rivalries. When it comes to Origin, there’s no sitting on the fence.

Returning for both the Women’s and Men’s State of Origin series, these fan-favourite treats are the perfect way to get into the game day spirit. Whether it’s a pre-game coffee, a half-time pick-me-up or a bit of friendly office rivalry, they bring a playful twist to every match.

With the Women’s series kicking off on Thursday, 30 April in Newcastle, there’s plenty of opportunity to show your colours. The excitement continues with the Men’s series, including a highly anticipated Game III back at Suncorp Stadium in July.

Priced at $5.80 each, the jersey biscuits are available in-store for a limited time only across the full Origin season throughout South East Queensland locations. They’ve become a much-loved part of Shingle Inn’s celebrations, offering customers a fun and delicious way to support their team.

Pair one with your favourite coffee, grab both colours for the ultimate showdown, or share (if you’re feeling generous).

You’ll find them in-store in the lead-up to each game – but they won’t last long.

Let the games (and the snacking) begin!

Pink Velvet Lamingtons

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Step aside red velvet… there’s a new flavour in town!

There’s a new lamington in the cabinet… and it’s turning heads for all the right reasons.

Meet our Pink Velvet Lamington! A soft, fluffy reimagining of the classic, created exclusively by the Shingle Inn Bakery and available for a limited time only. (Just quietly, it might be our prettiest product yet!)

What makes pink velvet so special?

While red velvet leans into that subtle cocoa note, pink velvet takes a lighter, more delicate approach. Think soft vanilla sweetness, lifted with a hint of raspberry and finished with light Chantilly cream and a touch of raspberry plum jam. It’s fresh, slightly tangy and just the right amount of sweet.

Made for Mother’s Day (and the special women in your life)

This one’s all about the details… soft vanilla sponge, raspberry and coconut coating, Chantilly cream piping and those little edible hearts on top. Thoughtful, pretty and made to make someone feel special.

Why not pair it with one of our Shingle Inn branded tins for an easy, ready-to-go gift?

Made fresh by the Shingle Inn Bakery and available for a limited time only, our Pink Velvet Lamington is the perfect Mother’s Day treat.

If you’ve been looking for a sign to try it… this is it!