Celebrating South African Heritage with Château Gâteaux

At Château Gâteaux, every cake tells a story. This Heritage Month, we celebrate the flavours that connect us to our roots, our traditions, and each other. Our handcrafted cakes are a tribute to those timeless tastes — re-imagined with premium patisserie craft. This year, we are proud to share that our handcrafted gourmet creations has been honoured with the prestigious Product of the Year 2025 award, proudly voted for by over 2,000 South African consumers.

Celebrating Heritage With Château Gâteaux’s Signature Collection:

From the familiar comfort of South African classics to international favourites embraced as part of our collective story, our Heritage Collection brings you indulgence with meaning:

Mozart cake – Our signature masterpiece that has captured hearts for decades, it embodies the timeless indulgence that Château Gâteaux is celebrated for. Layers of soft meringue and velvety hazelnut praline cream are elegantly finished with fine dark chocolate shavings, creating a symphony of flavour and texture. More than just a cake, the Mozart is a piece of our heritage — a dessert that has become part of countless South African celebrations, family gatherings, and cherished moments.
Cape Malva Pudding – Inspired by a South African favourite, made the traditional way using butter, fresh cream, apricot jam and a rich toffee sauce. This warm, nostalgic flavour is transformed into a luxurious handcrafted dessert that celebrates homegrown heritage.
Swiss Carrot Cake – A recipe steeped in tradition, moist, rich and fruity cake made with grated carrots, seasonal tree nuts, raisins and cinnamon, layered with a decadent cream cheese and lemon frosting.
12-Slice Variety Collection – Savour a wide Château Gâteaux experience in one extraordinary cake. A collection crafted to unite families, friends, and traditions — all in one unforgettable dessert.

Each creation is baked with the finest ingredients, layered with care, and handcrafted for your pure indulgence Château Gâteaux is renowned for.

A Château Gâteaux cake or dessert on the table is more than a treat - it’s laughter, storytelling, and togetherness. . This Heritage Month, we invite you to honour your roots and create new memories with every Château Gâteaux slice.

Discover our Heritage Collection by visiting any of our Château Gâteaux pâtisseries nationwide, or enjoy the convenience of ordering online through Uber Eats and Mr Delivery.