Wicked feeling

By Libby Wood
PERFECTION in every bite is the enticing promise at Monbulk specialty patisserie Wickedly Delicious Patisserie Cafe.
As if the name by itself were not sufficient to lure the most dedicated gourmet pastry devotee, then one bite of the wickedly delicious cakes, pastries, gourmet savoury products, chocolate creations and desserts will be all it takes.
This delicious fare, accompanied by superb coffee, is made on the premises by Helena Panasewycz, the award-winning pastry chef and owner of Wickedly Delicious.
Helena, who completed her apprenticeship at a prestigious establishment in the Yarra Valley, has been a bright star in the pastry industry for 14 years during which time she has travelled overseas and throughout Australia to gain experience.
Helena was awarded the gold medal pastry award in Workskills in 1998 and competed in the highly esteemed Bakeskills competition.
She also won gold and silver in the chocolate design and cake categories at last year’s Brisbane Show.
The Monbulk cafe offers Helena the opportunity to provide a relaxed and welcoming environment where she is able to showcase her expertise and creativity in this specialised field.
An alfresco area is soon to open at Wickedly Delicious and Helena is also planning to hold a sumptuous High Tea on one Thursday a month in addition to the current Sunday brunches that start at 9.30am and continue through to 2.30pm.
Picnic hampers for special events are also in the pipeline.
Wickedly Delicious Patisserie Cafe, at 109 B/C Main Road, Monbulk, is open 6am-5pm weekdays and 9am-4pm at weekends.
Phone 9756 6665.