Pastry: Delicately thin and beautifully flaky 8.5/10
Presentation: Neatly cut and packaged, average appearance 7.5/10
Value for money: $3.50 - Small/medium portion size, fresh and satisfying 8.5/10
Overall score: 8.1/10
I took out my vanilla slice from Melina’s, though I could have got one from other nearby bakeries. It came in a see through tub that was almost made to measure and held the item in place beautifully as we navigated through the market to a seat outside.
In picking up the slice I was instantly met with a nice firm resistance from the freshly baked pastry. I was able to pick up and consume it with relative ease as the thin and flaky layers gave way to each bite, and even though the filling was fluffy and light I managed to avoid any loss of custard. The custard itself was a light and airy whipped cream, though not really containing any notable vanilla content. It was still tasty enough and was clearly freshly baked, and for the grand total of $3.50 you cannot really complain at the standard.