A cute little spot tucked beside Coronation Park, Spongedrop is the place to go when you're after coffee and something sweet. Their cabinet is packed with colourful cupcakes, cakes, macarons and slices, plus their famous cheese scones if you're leaning savoury. Grab a coffee, pick a treat and enjoy it in the sunny park setting.
Location: 10 Salisbury Avenue, Mount Maunganui
SPONGEDROP CAKERY
Hours: Tues–Sun, 8:30am–2pm
✦ GEM TRAILS FAV PICK:
Cupcakes — especially if you're after something fun and colourful.
Cheese scone — a must-try if you spot one in the cabinet.
✦ GEM TRAILS TIP
Go earlier if you can — the popular cabinet treats, especially the famous cheese scones, can sell out. Then grab your goodies and enjoy them in the park next door.
