An inviting, pet-friendly cafe has built a loyal following thanks to its unique offerings – most notably its rich, coconut-based non-dairy ice cream and huge cookies.

The Hidden Gem Treat Shop & Cafe is located at 337 Cook St B. Co-owner Jonathan Ballentine says the cafe has a little something for everyone, from sweet to savoury.

“The jumbo cookie, our muffins, the ice cream, pretty much everything,” he says. “Scones, cinnamon buns, sticky buns and they’re all 90 per cent dairy free, which is a unique thing for us.”

You can also mix and match, like putting cookies and cream ice cream in your affogato with espresso.

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“There’s some savoury things as well. We have a vegan sausage roll, so it’s all made out of our little secret recipe. We do a little breakfast

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