Moreish Delights...

South American baked goodies in the East...

Needing a girly cake and tea time out, I took my friend to Morena Bakery in East London, just off Brick Lane.

Located on a corner on Cheshire Street, the bright yellow fronted building is hard to miss and provided a cheery start to our morning out.

Upon entering, what greeted us was an abundance of Paraguayan inspired baked sweet treats. Where to even begin?!

After much deliberation and mind change by the both of us, I settled on the 'Made for Each Other Coconut & Dulce de Leche' tart and my friend on the 'Dulce de Leche' cheesecake. 

Both were amazing. That's all. I've always been a huge fan of coconut AND dulce de leche so really it was a no brainer. Eating the whole slice at 11am with no breakfast was not a problem either. 

Dulce de Leche cheescake in the back, Coconut and dulce de leche tart up front.

The decor was simple, homey and fresh with white tables and chairs (some with fur to keep your tush warm and comfy!) and vases of fresh flowers scattered around. On top of that, the service was friendly and efficient (my friend got an extra big piece of cheesecake as it was the end) too!


It wasn't incredibly busy when we were there but that was actually a nice thing. People were popping in an out to pick up and deliver pre-ordered items so they must do quite a good trade catering for parties and special occasions.

Gorgeous wall embroidery.

I wouldn't go back for the coffee (but let's be honest, I really wasn't there for that!) but I would for the rest of the items on offer. I'd like to eventually work my way through the menu which includes polenta and raspberry cake, moist chocolate cake with berries reduction, alfajores and many more! The fact that 2 slices and 2 drinks cost less than £10 all up would get me there too! But mostly the yumminess...

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Morena Bakery can be found at:

40 Cheshire Street
London E2 6EH

Tel: 020 7033 9097

Opening Hours aren't clear on the website nor anywhere to be spotted in the shop. We were there for about quarter past 11 on a Sunday and they seemed to have just been opening up. Maybe call ahead or try your luck!