Now, if you live in Islamabad, you’ve obviously had the famous cheesecake that is the rage all over the country. However, doesn’t it get tiring to have the same, albeit delicious, thing over and over again. Cheesecake is meant to be diverse. It’s supposed to have a range of flavours so that you can pick and choose from your favourites. It’s time to try something a little different now. Here are 9 places in Islamabad where you can find a different type of cheesecake.
1. Spreading happiness through homemade desserts
Pastry Nirvana (@pastrynirvanaislamabad) is the fruit of the combined effort of three sisters: Rinad, Ayesha, and Khadija. They love desserts but love their clients’ reactions to them even more. They have all always been involved in the baking world. They started their business as a way to mesh their passion and their ambition into one delicious forum. They do a wide variety of cheesecakes ranging from Red Velvet to Strawberry cheesecake cups. Their bestseller is their Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake that has a bed of chocolate cookies and a rich baked centre with a chocolate ganache on top. Their cheesecake desserts range from Rs. 350 to Rs. 2400. Check out their page here!
2. They launched officially only 6 months ago
Bakersville (@bakersvillei8) brings together the best home bakers together under one platform. With their wide variety of baking styles they make any and all types of classic desserts. Their bestseller cheesecakes (that have flavours like Snickers and Lotus) are made by a home baker at Cake Mania. They offer a selection of both baked and unbaked cheesecakes. Their prices vary between Rs. 320 to Rs. 450 depending on if it’s a cheesecake cup or slice. Check them out here!
3. She always aspired to be a cake artist
Mahwish Furqaan is the sole mastermind behind Mishmashed Cakes (@mishmashedcakes). She has a sweet tooth herself and it’s that love for desserts that she wants to share with the world. All her cheesecakes are no bake ones since she believes they have a richer texture that feels better on the tongue. She has both plain and fruit flavoured cheesecakes and makes sure to keep her prices affordable. Her cheesecakes, such as Mango and Peach White Chocolate, sell for around Rs. 2800. Order your cheesecake here!
4. They have 2 pop-ups in Islamabad
Hassan Ali started Hassan’s Kitchenette (@hassans_kitchenette) as a fun hobby when universities shut down in 2020. Since then they’ve been striving to come out with more and more recipes and dishes that’ll keep you coming back for more. All their cheesecakes are baked and they have around 15 different flavours of cheesecakes. They’re planning on opening two more locations very soon so be on the lookout for that. All their cheesecakes come at the standard 3 pound size and their prices start at Rs. 2899. Click here to visit their page!
5. This Ukrainian lead home bakery is baking up wonders
Karamelia (@karamelia.pk) was started in 2019 when the owner moved from Ukraine to Pakistan. After a lot of support from her family, especially her daughter who also suggested the name for the bakery, she officially decided to share her baked delights with the world. Their cheesecakes are all baked and come in a variety of options. They have both mousse and syrup cheesecakes. They are priced around Rs. 2500 for 1.5 Kg. Check out their desserts here!
6. They have some of the best reviewed cheesecakes in Islamabad
Zanu Cakes (@zanu_cakes) is an Islamabadi bakery that makes elegant cakes and desserts for any and all types of dinner parties. Almost everyone who lives in Islamabad recommends their cheesecakes for how creamy and light they are. She has a range of flavours but does the NY style cheesecake the best, especially with the fresh Strawberry Coulis on top. They are priced at around Rs. 3000. Check them out here!
7. They do everything from sandwiches to delicious cheesecakes
Loafology (@loafology_bakery_cafe) is an infamous dessert and dinner cafe in Islamabad. They even have a branch in Lahore that came after popular requests. The variety of their menu makes them one of the most happening places to try out. Their cheesecakes are the perfect balance between a hard crust and a creamy centre. Their Chocolate Cheesecake is a must try for anyone who loves a heavy chocolate dessert. Their prices for a slice start at Rs. 695. Click here to visit their page!
8. Their main focus is cheesecakes so you definitely won’t be disappointed
The Cheesecake Affair (@thecheesecakeaffair) is all about satisfying your sweet tooth. They understand the importance of a good cheesecake and thus make it their mission to deliver the best ones out there. Everything from the packaging to the look of the cheesecake is done elegantly. They are priced differently according to the flavour and size starting at Rs. 2000. Check them out here!
9. Almost every Islamabadi knows this place
Street 1 Cafe (@street1cafe), with their first branch located in the Diplomatic Enclave, now has an extremely popular branch at Kohsar Market. Their ambience and the locale makes them the perfect feel good food place to try out this summer. They do a variety of desserts such as the Hit Me Skillet Cake but their Lotus Cheesecake is a personal favourite. Their presentation is top notch as well for any food bloggers trying to find new places to try out. It is priced at Rs. 895. Check them out here!
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