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7 reviews for Scanway Catering & Pastry Shop
7 reviews in English
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Review from Bethany J.
Halifax, NS
3/29/2010
I've used Scanway's as a catering resource a number of times. The lunches and health break services they provide is absolutely amazing.
Scanway's brings impeccable service and attention to detail to an ordinary business lunch. With several options from which to choose, Scanway's can be as formal or as casual as you like. Ordinary sandwiches are no longer ordinary; they're a masterpiece of fillings between artisan breads. Soups are simmered right up until the moment of delivery, ensuring a fresh and hot addition to your lunch menu. Salads are fresh and unique, providing a perfect counterpoint to the rest of your meal.
Scanway's also does desserts, specifically pastries and cakes. Their front window ably illustrates the degree of detail and whimsy that can be found in Scanway cakes. Step inside their Quinpool Rd shop to experience all that their kitchen can have in store.
Scanway's has a number of packages to offer: barbeque, lobster boil, picnics, as well as several wedding packages. Stop by their website to download .pdfs of their selections. -
Review from Lesley-Anne S.
Halifax, NS
5/5/2011
They made me an amazing wedding cake that people still talk about seven years later.
I had originally wanted a mad hatter cake, but I just couldn't spend that much on a cake. I was just as happy with the cake I did order as if I had ordered the mad hatter cake. They had me bring in paint chips to show them the colours I wanted and they made me this fabulous cake that looked like three brightly coloured gift boxes stacked on top of each other. Each layer was a different flavour cake with a different buttercream and we made it the dessert.
Also, I would kill a man to get at their florentines.Listed in: For those of you getting…
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Review from Ben B.
6/14/2011 3 Check-ins Here
I've probably eaten Scanway catering more often than I even realize given that they're one of the very top local caterers in the city, but aside from finger-foods and stuffy events, my love for Scanway really comes down to just two bites.
The Halifamous Scanway Florentines.
"Oooommmfnfgfncrunchcrunchcrunch."
That was me eating some. In case you didn't catch it.
As someone who isn't crazy about sweets, having the simplicity of just two bites combining chocolate, caramel and almonds all in one is like a dream come true. You can still eat one when you're full after a nice dinner at Saege, or, when no one's looking, you can go to town on a bag-full as if they were Ruffles.
Not that I did that over the weekend instead of sharing them with my friends.
You can't prove anything.Listed in: Baked goodness., Quinpoolin', Delectable Desserts!, Cater 2 U, The Birthday: 26
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Review from Laura P.
7/14/2010
So many walk-bys but never a visit. I changed that recently and am pretty pleased that I did. As a strong advocate for t r e a t s .... it was only inevitable that I'd be swooned sideways.
Free samples, yes? I used to trip to Costo strictly for servings of this nature. Its actually a pretty great idea, seeing as though Quinpool is an ongoing jamming spot for business owners. Throw a few samples out there and its a natural hook. This is a strategy to work in Scanway's favor.
Cakes and pastry treats lined the shop in pure glory, and I was sort of sold just looking at it all. Fresh, visually stimulating and (after the jump) delicious.... I would definitely hire up these folks to cater my party.
Not sure if I'll be in the market for a catering service in the near future, but I suggest those who are to keep Scanway in mind. The folks seem friendly enough, and with such fanatical treats throughout its premises, why not? Prices seemed alright as well. -
Review from Ang M.
Halifax, NS
9/28/2009 1 photo
First, they suck you in to the shop with a window-ful of crazy-looking cakes, covered in colourful fondant, and looking like something out of Alice in Wonderland.
Then, they offer you free broken bits of Florentines, to pique your sweet-tooth and make you crave something delicious.
Then, they hit you with the catering menus. Wouldn't you love a pre-packaged picnic, all packed up in a wicker basket just waiting for you and your honey to spread out on a blankie on the living room floor, all whimisical-like?
No? How about a catered "working" lunch or dinner for the office, choice of 6 delicious menus?
Don't feel like doing the turkey dinner this thanksgiving? Scanway will do up a traditional turkey dinner for any number of people, complete with turkey, stuffing, potatoes, and plum pudding for dessert. Mmmm.
They also offer sandwich trays (delicious) and other catered specialties. If you need food for a group, but don't have the time or the inclination to make it yourself, Scanway can be a godsend. Just don't forget to get something sweet with your order, because that's what Scanway does best. -
Review from Lacey H.
2/23/2010 1 photo
When I went into Scanway recently I was dead set on buying Florentines. I wanted so many of these crisp and chewy treats that I'd be able to swim in them when I got back home. I soon learned that I didn't need to make a purchase in order to indulge on these dream sweets as they provide free samples! Imagine that, a large jar next to the register busting forth full of Florentine mishaps.
I don't advocate going to Scanway just to nibble on freebies, but this is definitely a perk of the visit. Not to mention, the sheer visual delight of browsing their fun selections. Colorful cakes and carefully made truffles line the display cases, and for about two dollars you can buy a melt-in-your-mouth personal-sized sweetie to take with you.
I felt like Alice in Wonderland during my visit, minus the confusion and eerie effects of spiraling down a rabbit hole. -
Review from cailin D.
3/14/2011
I used Scanway for my at home wedding. They were flawless! The wait staff was kind and hard working. They basically ran our wedding adn took charge which was great. There was nothing they couldn't do. The food was delicious and they made do with limited supplies. The table cloths, etc were delightful! Thank you Scanway!
