Sweet eats in Cairns

When you're travelling for work, taking advantage of the Live@Mantra program is a great way to take the stress out of finding somewhere to stay.

You'll be able to relax in comfort with stylish and fully-furnished long term holiday accommodation, with a variety of discounted services available including internet and parking.

When you're newly settled in long term accommodation, it can take a bit of time to really feel like a local. However, with Live@Mantra you'll also get the benefit of 28 local secrets to help you find your way around the hidden gems in your area.

If you're going to be living in Cairns, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to satisfying your sweet tooth. Here are just a few of the great spots to visit when you're in need of a sugary treat.

Devine Gelato

Close to Mantra Trilogy on the Esplanade, Devine Gelato is an ice cream parlour that specialises in home-made Italian varieties that are perfect to take the edge off the Cairns summer. Choose from flavours such as Turkish delight, lemon sorbet, whiskey cream and nougat. 

Grab a cone and take a leisurely stroll along the Esplanade to really soak up the sun.

Paleo Cafe

Another spot located conveniently nearby Mantra Trilogy, Paleo Cafe takes a cleaner approach to food with the menu built around eating as healthy as possible - so everything is grain, gluten, sugar, dairy and preservative free.

You'll find plenty of fresh savoury food here as well as a weekly dessert special to tempt your taste-buds.

Macaron

An aptly named bakery and cafe, Macaron specialises in delicious French pastries, chocolates and cakes as well as savoury products. It's open for breakfast and lunch throughout the week, so drop by Grafton Street to have a look at what they've got lined up for the day.