Burnaby asks bakery to post disclaimer about R-rated pastries
Posted March 18, 2022 7:35 am.
Last Updated March 24, 2022 2:52 pm.
A Burnaby bakery has apparently been asked to post a disclaimer on social media about some of its more “adult” pastries.
The owner of Punk Rock Pastries, which is located along Hastings Street, took to Instagram and Facebook Thursday with a video to customers.
In it, the person, who says their name is Hollie, says the disclaimer is “courtesy of the City of Burnaby.”
“They had asked me to do this because we had a complaint. Somebody had come in with their child and had been a little bit worrisome that we sell genitalia cookies,” Hollie says, visibly holding back laughter.
Described as “not your boring bakery,” the store makes custom cakes in any design. Hollie says the shop is an “adult-themed bakery,” and not suitable for those under 16.
“Unless you’d like to educate your child,” Hollie says with a laugh. “Pretty much, we don’t sell any of those products to anyone under age, at all. And most kids under the age of 16 do need to come with a parent.”
Hollie continues by warning people if they do decide to come by the shop that they will likely see “adult-themed things” in the bakery.
The social media post notes the shop may have to bring in a “no children allowed” policy if it receives more complaints.
“Sorry if we shocked anyone but that’s the aim of the game,” the post adds.
The Punk Rock Pastries website says it makes baked goods that are “designed to shock and to make your party or event the talking point for a long time.”
The business adds it also offers “peep show” pastries for bachelorette and bachelor parties.
“I’m sorry, I cannot contain my laughter but this is pretty funny. Have a great day!” Hollie says to wrap up the video.
The City of Burnaby confirmed with CityNews that it did receive a complaint about the bakery, and bylaw officers followed up with the business in person.
“After meeting with the owner, the bylaw officers suggested the owner post a disclaimer to avoid any issues in the future,” an email statement reads.
Editor’s note: This article has been updated to correct the spelling of the owner’s name.
