About Us – THE HIDEAWAY

Our Story

The Hideaway

Where all started

Where every cakes tells a story

The Hideaway is a tea and bakery nestled in Victoria, BC, where every cup and every bite is made with care and crafted with intention. Our space was designed to feel like a gentle pause from the city. And so was everything that comes out of our kitchen. A place to slow down, gather, and celebrate the moments that matter.

Eric Mandarin

Founder & Head Baker, The Hideaway

What we stand for

The four things that guide everything we make and every space we design.

Quality over quantity

Each product is handcrafted using only the finest ingredients, because every bite deserves to be made right.

Beauty in every detail

From the first sketch to the final layer, we design each piece to be as beautiful as it is delicious.

A place that feels like home

Our space was built to be warm, delicate, and welcoming, a gentle pause from the outside world.

Made for your moments

Whether it's a quiet afternoon or your biggest celebration, we show up on time, and ready to make it special.

The team behind it all

Hi! We are who bakes at 6am so you don't have to.

The Hideaway started as a passion project and grew into a place where people come to celebrate, rest, and treat themselves. Every recipe has a story, and every order is personal to ous.

The Hideaway team

Our Services

Choose whatever works best for you.

Place an order

Browse our full catalogue and order your favorites online in just a few clicks.

Come in or book a table

Visit us anytime during opening hours or reserve a table for a special afternoon.

Custom Cakes

Have something special in mind? Tell us your vision and we'll bring it to life from scratch.

Event orders

Need large quantities for a celebration or corporate event? We'll handle everything.

Craving something sweet?