Bake Gala 3.0 at KL’s The Starhill
Malaysia’s food scene never misses. Local dishes like nasi lemak always have a spot in our hearts, but we’ll make room for cafes and bakeries across Klang Valley with their signature croissants, cookies, and cakes.
If there have been far too many new cafes in Klang Valley and too little time for you to visit all of them, then mark your calendar for Bake Gala 3.0. This pastry festival returns to Kuala Lumpur from 24th April to 3rd May 2026 with over 20 vendors, including well-known names like Something Bakery and Contour.
Try signature baked goods from over 20 cafes & bakeries
With 21 well-loved cafes and bakeries from around Klang Valley joining Bake Gala 3.0, the pastry festival serves up a mix of familiar favourites and exciting new names, perfect for both the newbie cafe-hopper and the pastry fanatic looking to gorge on treats from local cafes all in one spot.
Expect a mouthwatering spread of pastries, cakes, breads, and speciality drinks, with each vendor bringing along their signature creations for visitors to buy and savour. This is a gathering of beautifully crafted desserts that’ll be a treat for the eyes and belly.
Look forward to these popular cafes and bakeries participating at this year’s Bake Gala:
- Yoursnackies Desserts
- Contour
- BuTian Desserts
- sōfte
- Oui Bakehouse & Cafe
- Something Bakery
- Hani Coffee & Roastery
- Shikomi Coffee
- bröom Artisan Bakery & Kitchen
- Single Dose Coffee
- Kooky Cream
We’ll advise you to head over to the event early, as the good pastries sell out fast.
You’ll also find benches placed around the venue for you to settle into and feast on your delicious buys. Take a seat, snap a couple of photos, and enjoy the fresh bakes on the spot.
Beyond munching on pastries,there are plenty that visitors can look forward to including special guest appearances, DIY cookies and pastry bouquet workshops, live violin and band performances, and lastly, tasting of rare Malaysian honey.
What we tried at Bake Gala 3.0
Classic Original Medovik Cake from MMG Patisserie (RM21)
Bringing a timeless taste of Russia to the gala , MMG Patisserie is best known for its signature honey cakes, layered with delicate precision. The Classic Original Medovik Cake delivers a gentle yet lingering burst of honey from the first bite of its soft and airy layers.
Despite the richness of its flavours, the cake feels surprisingly light. The cake might lean slightly sweet for some due to the intensity of the honey, but makes for a nice treat for anyone with a sweet tooth.
Mochi Strawberry from Whose Bathtub? (RM24)
With an irresistibly cute logo and equally charming booth setup, Whose Bathtub? drew a crowd with their Mochi Strawberry cake, priced at RM24. What makes this booth stand out is its live execution of assembling the dessert-spectators are able to watch the strawberry jam being piped onto the strawberry cake, followed by the soft mochi layer being draped over it, and then finished with a fresh strawberry on top.
The mochi truly steals the spotlight here. It is soft, stretchy, and pairs beautifully with the fluffy cake beneath. The strawberries add a natural sweetness without being overly tart, making this a well-balanced and satisfying dessert.
Tuna Cronigri from Contour (RM16)
Known for their pastries, Contour brought a lineup of favourites to Bake Gala, including shiopans and kaya egg-tarts. But the true standout, or should we say, the triangle of the show, was their Tuna Cronigri, priced at RM16.
Think a crossover between a croissant and a onigri, with flaky croissant layers filled up with savoury tuna, topped with extra tuna flakes and wrapped in seaweed. It is hearty, unique, and surprisingly filling, which makes it perfect as a quick meal.
How do I make payments at Bake Gala 3.0?
The payment process follows a slightly old-school approach, but extremely straightforward and convenient. Begin by heading to each booth you’d like to purchase from, proceed to place your order, and a receipt will be given to you upon ordering.
Once you’ve gathered all your receipts from the different vendors, simply proceed to the central payment counter to settle everything in one go,so there’s no need to keep reaching for your wallet at every stall.
Due to occasional issues with their card system, it is best to come prepared with QR payment or cash as a backup.
Visit Bake Gala 3.0 to taste the prettiest pastries
After taking a break in 2025, Bake Gala 3.0 returns this year with a mix of well-loved cafes and exciting new names under one roof.
So, if you have been eyeing a cafe or bakery that’s on the festival’s vendor list, consider it your sign to show up to the event hungry and with your friends – after all, sharing is the best way to try a little bit of everything.
Cover image adapted from: The Smart Local Malaysia
Photography by: Brooklyn & Ming-Xuan