Messy Spoon is a tiny cafe in Surry Hills dedicated to gluten-free treats and healthy snacks.
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Owner-chef Lizzie Fiducia started Messy Spoon out of her home kitchen. By then, she would sell her homemade gut-friendly creations to cafes and restaurants throughout Sydney, including the plant-based cafe Orchard Street, and restaurants Three Blue Ducks and Rocker.
She later left her full-time recipe development job in September 2019 to give Messy Spoon a go, opening her own store at Farnell St.
Three years on, some of the cafe’s best sellers include the Good Gut Loaf which comes in variety of flavours but mainly use sprouted white quinoa and chickpea flour; sweet potato and chilli gut loaves; and Tutti Frutti health bars which use ingredients such as cranberry, apricot, and almond.
Fiducia’s commitment towards healthy eating began she was diagnosed with endometriosis, which required avoiding gluten and sugar, as well as alcoholic beverages. She also has some patrons, diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome, who would visit every week to get their staples of healthy treats.
Beyond providing stress-free dining for those with gluten sensitivities, they guarantee everything is made on-site, using ingredients sourced locally. The cafe proudly uses around 65 percent of their whole-food ingredients from Australia.
Messyspoon has been a saviour since recently discovering a gluten intolerance. The breads work so well with sweet and savoury toppings, so they’re perfect for a meal or a snack. I also love the raw bars, just sweet enough to fulfil a craving, yet still feel healthy and nutritious. Quick delivery and friendly service is an added bonus.
Jess Reid
The best gluten free loaf I’ve ever tried. Full of flavour and nutrients. Delicious, healthy and good for your gut flora, it really ticks all boxes!
Maria Masanes
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Messy Spoon is open from Monday to Saturday and also offers home delivery. To learn more, visit Messy Spoon’s website or check out their Instagram @messyspoon.
