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Everything you need to know about our pastries, custom orders, and where to find us.
About Sweet Vanilla
About Sweet Vanilla
Q: What is Sweet Vanilla?
Sweet Vanilla is a French-inspired artisan bakery and catering company based in Saint John, New Brunswick. We specialize in handcrafted pastries, desserts, and macarons made with authentic French techniques and a touch of Madagascar flair.
Q: Who is behind Sweet Vanilla?
Sweet Vanilla was founded in 2019 by Romy, a self-taught baker originally from Madagascar who spent a decade in France before making Saint John her home. Her pastries blend the elegance of French pâtisserie with the warmth of Malagasy culture.
Q: Where are you located?
You can find us at the Container Village on the Saint John Waterfront from May to November, and at several local farmers’ markets, including Queen Square farmers market, Kingston Farmers market, and at our permanent stall at Boyce Farmers market all year-round on Saturdays. Follow our social media for weekly updates on where to find us!
Q: When are you open?
Our seasonal hours vary depending on the market schedule and weather. Visit our Google Business Profile or check Instagram/Facebook stories for the most up-to-date hours.
Q: Has Sweet Vanilla won any awards?
We're proud to have received the Saint John Community Votes award for bakery and desserts every year since 2022 — and for the second year in a row we won the Canadian Choice Awards in Bakery category in Saint John - an honor that means the world to us.
About Our Products
About Our Products
Q: What do you sell?
We offer a curated selection of French pastries, desserts, and savoury bites, including:
Classic & seasonal French macarons
Éclairs, croissants, canelés, and choux pastries
Samosas and Madagascar-inspired street food
Custom sweet trays and dessert boxes for events
Q: Do you make everything from scratch?
Yes! Every item is made in-house by our pastry team using premium ingredients — real butter, fresh cream!
Q: Are your products nut-free or gluten-free?
Some items are naturally gluten-free (like macarons), but we are not a nut-free kitchen. We do our best to label allergens, but please inform us of any dietary restrictions when ordering.
Q: Are your products gelatine-free?
Yes! All of our pastries and macarons are made without gelatin, so they're suitable for those avoiding animal-derived setting agents.
Q: Are your meats products contains pork?
No! We do not use any pork in any of our products. The meats used in our samosas, mini-quiches, meals and other street foods are all sources from Halal provider.
Q: Does some of your product contains alcohol?
Yes, They are pre-boxed and sold separately. They do not come in contact with our other products. We do our best to avoid cross contamination.
Q: Do you use locally sourced ingredients?
Absolutely. We're committed to supporting local suppliers and use locally sourced ingredients wherever possible — because great pastries start with great ingredients.
Catering & Events
Catering & Events
Q: Do you offer catering?
Absolutely. We cater for corporate meetings, weddings, birthdays, and special events, offering beautiful dessert platters and customizable menus, with the option for on-site service. Get in touch to discuss your needs.
Q: How do I place a catering order?
You can fill out our online catering form or email us directly at orders@sweetvanilla.ca. Please allow at least 3–5 days notice for most catering orders.
Q: Can I request custom flavours or themes?
Yes — we love creating bespoke desserts to match your theme, colours, or event style. Custom orders may require a longer lead time.
Ordering & Pre-Orders
Ordering & Pre-Orders
Q: How can I place an order?
You can preorder directly through our website, send us a message on social media, or email us. Preorders are recommended for large events or busy weekends.
Q: Do you deliver?
Yes, we offer local delivery in the Saint John area for catering and large orders (fees apply). Pickup options are available at our shop or market stalls.
Q: How far in advance should I order?
For macarons and pastries, we recommend at least 72hours notice. For catering and custom dessert tables, please book 2–3 weeks in advance.
Q: How far in advance should I place a custom order?
We recommend reaching out at least 2 weeks in advance for custom orders, and earlier for large corporate or event orders to ensure availability.
Corporate & Wholesale
Corporate & Wholesale
Q: Do you supply cafés or businesses?
Yes! We offer wholesale partnerships for local coffee shops, restaurants, and boutiques. Contact us for our wholesale macaron & pastry catalog.
Q: Do you do corporate gifting?
Yes! At Sweet Vanilla, we specialise in creating sophisticated, beautifully treats that are perfect for your clients, team members, partners or special business occasions. Whether you’d like custom-branded macarons, dessert boxes for a company event, or elegant treat trays for client appreciation, we’ve got you covered.
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
Q: Do you offer gift cards?
We provide authentic and sealed certificate, than can be purchase and made available to you for the amount you wish— perfect for birthdays, thank-yous, or just to share something sweet.
Q: How should I store my macarons or pastries?
Macarons should be kept refrigerated and enjoyed within 5 days. Pastries are best fresh the same day, but can be stored at room temperature for 1–2 days.
Q: Do you ship your products?
At this time, we focus on serving our local community in New Brunswick. Stay tuned — we're always growing!
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