Artisanal Pastries,
Born in Guyana. Baked in Trinidad “…filled with surprises”
shrtCrust Bakery is an online limited-batch pastry shop specializing in handcrafted shortcrust pastries with bold sweet and savoury fillings inspired by our local fruits & seasonings.
Pre-order weekly for Saturday pick-ups.
Our Best Sellers
Patty - Chicken
Buttery, crumbly, pastry filled with perfectly seasoned chicken.
Price: $15.00
Quiche - Cheese
Savoury, creamy, egg based custard baked into our signature buttery, crumbly pastry crust.
Price: $20.00
Bean Cake (Chinese cake)
Moist, sweet, spiced bean paste is enclosed in a short crust pastry dough.
Price: $10.00
Pastry Boxes
Curated assortments for any occasion
Specialty Boxes
Order these favourites at anytime
Sold exclusively in boxes of ten pieces
About Us
Born in Guyana. Baked in Trinidad.
Born and raised in Guyana—the only English-speaking country in South America— a multi-cultural society and much like Trinidad and Tobago this is reflected in the food we prepare. Guyanese trace their heritage to every corner of the world, including Africa, India, China, Portugal, and the Indigenous populations for whom the land has always been home.
Having lived in Trinidad and Tobago for over a decade, this twin-island nation has become just as much home as Guyana; both countries have deeply influenced who we are, especially through the food shared around our table. The food in Guyana is diverse; it is in that where similarities with Trinidad & Tobago can be found. You can find curry and roti in both countries; bake and salt-fish, oil down in Trinidad is known as metemgee in Guyana, cook -up rice in Guyana is known as pelau in Trinidad and the list goes on. However, there are a few dishes which are synonymous with each country like Trinidad & Tobago with its doubles; shortcrust pastries, cheese straws are classic, irreplaceable staples of Guyanese tradition.
Our journey of sharing Guyanese classics in Trinidad and Tobago didn't start yesterday. In 2018, driven by the desire to bring a taste of home to the Guyanese diaspora and introduce local foodies to a regional classic, we launched our line of authentic Guyanese cheese straws through a sister Company Ambrosia Foods Limited. Today, those beloved savory snacks can be found on retail shelves across Trinidad and Tobago. ShrtCrust Bakery allows us to take that same passion for Guyanese pastry craft a step further.
In Guyana, shortcrust pastry forms the heart of beloved sweet and savoury baked goods. Unlike lighter or puff pastries, traditional Guyanese shortcrust is defined by its crumbly, buttery, and dense dough. Sweet fillings are jams, made from locally grown fruits while savoury fillings range from spiced meats, spiced vegetables, milk& cream custards, cheeses.
Traditionally, our pastries are enjoyed as cocktail treats at special gatherings, afternoon tea pairings, or a weekend snack, shortcrust pastries represent the pinnacle of our baking heritage.
shrtCrust Bakery was created as the natural evolution of our story—a dedicated, boutique venture crafted to fulfill cravings from home and share our rich pastry culture with modern food lovers. Handcrafted in limited batches inside a certified facility, shrtCrust Bakery combines time-honored techniques, premium ingredients, and bold fillings to bring you an elevated, authentic pastry experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How far in advance do I need to place my order?
Orders close every Thursday at 6:00PM for pick-up on Saturdays
2. Do you offer delivery?
Not at this time. We currently facilitate pick-ups. We will announce when we have a delivery option
3. Can I change or cancel my order?
Yes before 6:00PM on Thursdays
4. Do you offer gluten-free, vegan options?
We have no gluten -free options at this time. The option to make a few pastries eggless exist, which would make those pastries plant based. Please see product options and read product descriptions when purchasing.
5. Do you have a physical location?
No, we are an online pastry shop. No physical location at this time.
Get In Touch
Need help with a large order or custom pastry box? Please email us shrtcrusttt@gmail.com