Discover lust at first bite this Valentine's Day with QT Hotels & Resorts and cult-favourite bakery, Black Star Pastry. The power couple are joining forces for an exclusive, month-long love-fest of overindulgence inspired by the highs and lows of modern dating.

Launching Friday 14 February, the table will be set for a cake pairing that turns dreary dating stories into delicious decadence. Introducing: The Love Bomb and The Ghost, perfectly designed to impress your date (or enjoy it all by yourself!).

The Love Bomb is a decadent explosion of deep, rich chocolate flavours that intensifies with every bite. Resting on a bed of chocolate financier that gives way to a velvety, indulgent chocolate crèmeux, followed by a soft, airy chocolate sponge. Each layer is luxuriously coated in a smooth chocolate mousse ganache, building a silky depth of flavour. A second layer of chocolate sponge and mousse ganache creates an irresistible, layered richness, while the red streusel on top adds a delightful crunch, balancing the cake's creamy indulgence. Garnished with striking raspberry chocolate shards, the cake becomes a literal "love bomb," bursting with passion and intensity from the first bite — a sweet declaration of love in chocolate form.

Unlike the ghost of your dating past, The Ghost is a delicate balance of light and refreshing flavours. At the base, a soft sponge cake lays the foundation, followed by a layer of crunchy surprise that adds a satisfying bite. The smooth, creamy vanilla mousse creates a luxurious texture, while the vibrant strawberry and raspberry compote introduces a bold, fruity contrast that dances on the palate. Another layer of sponge and vanilla mousse follows, providing a harmonious balance of lightness and richness. The cake is crowned with a decadent chocolate truffle garnish, elegantly veiled in a milk-coconut coating, in a cheeky nod to "the ghost" — fleeting yet unforgettable.

The limited edition cake duo will be available exclusively at all QT signature dining restaurants and Room Service by QT, including Sydney and Melbourne along with marking Black Star Pastry's first foray into Canberra, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Perth, New Zealand and Singapore.

The collaboration saw QT Gold Coast Head Pastry Chef, Daniel King and Black Star's Group Head Pastry Chef Arnaud Vodounou team up to craft a pair of mouth watering creations where modern romance and Black Star elegance meet the refined charm and playful energy of QT.

King says, “The key for both Arnaud and I when creating the cakes was for it to feel like a true collaboration of brands and flavours. The V-Day cakes play on the subtle nods of flair we are known for at QT along with our use of premium ingredients, whilst creatively spinning a signature Black Star Pastry masterpiece to do things a little bit differently.”

Vodounou adds, “Partnering with food and beverage experts, QT Hotels for this very special Valentine's creation is an enormous and exciting next chapter for Black Star Pastry. We can't wait for Australians across the country and our international friends in New Zealand and Singapore to experience our indulgent and delicious creations, many for the very first time.”

To celebrate this sweet coupling, each dessert will be accompanied by its very own love letter, with each hotel giving diners a chance to win an overnight QT stay, each week.

QT x Black Star Pastry's limited Eat Your Heart Out Menu featuring The Love Bomb and The Ghost (AUD $18 each) will be available from Friday, 14 February until Friday, 14 March in all QT Hotels & Resorts' signature dining restaurants and Room Service by QT, Australia wide, New Zealand and Singapore.

QT Hotels x Black Star Pastry: Eat Your Heart Out
From Friday 14 February - Friday 14 March
QT Hotels

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