Patisserie · Sound, Lerwick
Rachael's Cake Fridge Menu & Prices
Here is what you can typically expect on the counter at Rachael's Cake Fridge: 32 items across 5 sections, from pâtisserie individuelle to boissons.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by Rachael's Cake Fridge. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- OpéraVN £6.80 Almond joconde sponge layered with coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.
- Mille-feuilleV £6.10 Caramelised puff pastry layered with vanilla crème pâtissière and feathered fondant.
- Saint-HonoréV £7.20 Puff pastry base topped with caramel-dipped choux and light Chiboust cream.
- Paris-BrestPopularVN £6.20 Ring of choux pastry filled with praline mousseline and dusted with icing sugar.
- Tarte aux fraisesV £5.25 Sweet pastry case with vanilla crème pâtissière and glazed fresh strawberries.
- FraisierVN £5.95 Genoise sponge, fresh strawberries and crème mousseline topped with marzipan.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- FlorentinesVNGF £2.70 Crisp almond and candied-peel discs set on a layer of dark chocolate.
- Chocolate truffles (box of 9)VGF £13.00 Hand-rolled dark chocolate ganache truffles dusted with cocoa.
- FinancierVN £3.30 Little almond and brown butter cake with a golden crust and moist middle.
- Single macaronPopularVGFN £1.95 One delicate almond meringue shell in a seasonal flavour such as pistachio or raspberry.
- Macarons (box of 6)PopularVGFN £12.50 Assorted almond macarons with smooth shells and ganache or buttercream fillings.
- Canelé de BordeauxV £3.20 Caramelised fluted cake with a custardy rum and vanilla centre.
- Pâte de fruitsVGFDF £6.85 Intensely fruity jellied sweets rolled in sugar, sold by the bag.
- Madeleines (bag of 6)V £5.65 Shell-shaped sponge cakes scented with lemon zest and honey.
Viennoiserie
- Escargot aux raisinsV £3.70 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Kouign-amannV £4.35 Breton pastry of caramelised butter and sugar layers with a crackly crust.
- Croissant au beurrePopularV £2.70 Classic French croissant made with AOP butter for distinct, crisp layers.
- Croissant aux amandesVN £3.95 Syrup-soaked croissant filled with almond cream and baked with flaked almonds.
- Croissant aux pistachesVN £3.80 Croissant filled with pistachio cream and finished with chopped pistachios.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Galette des rois (January)VN £28.50 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
- Tarte au citron (serves 8)PopularV £32.50 Large lemon tart with a crisp sweet pastry and Italian meringue peaks.
- Entremets chocolat (serves 6)PopularVN £35.50 Layered dark chocolate mousse cake with a crunchy praline base and mirror glaze.
- Tarte aux fruits (serves 8)V £28.50 Large crème pâtissière tart crowned with glazed seasonal fruits.
- Bûche de Noël (seasonal)V £32.50 Rolled chocolate sponge filled with ganache and decorated as a festive log.
- Croquembouche (to order)V £93.50 Tower of cream-filled choux bound with spun caramel for celebrations.
- Fraisier (serves 6)VN £37.50 Whole strawberry cake with vanilla mousseline and a pale green marzipan top.
Boissons
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £2.70 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Iced latteVGF £4.05 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Chocolat chaudVGF £4.75 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
- Citron presséVVGGF £3.35 Freshly squeezed lemon juice served with sparkling water and sugar syrup.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £3.40 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £2.90 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
Ordering tips for Rachael's Cake Fridge
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Whole and celebration cakes usually need ordering in advance – allow a few days for standard designs and longer for custom work.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.
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