Dear Florence is a patisserie on the ground floor of Prefecture 48, a sprawling hospitality venue in Sydney’s CBD that channels the cultural and creative breadth of Japan’s 47 prefectures. (The precinct is its unofficial 48th.)

It’s helmed by executive pastry chef Aoife Noonan (with Michelin cred), who’s behind some pretty spectacular creations. Named after the daughter of the precinct’s founder, the dessert shop is a sweet spot for people to pop in and pick up cakes, tarts and omiyage (Japanese gifts or souvenirs).

Similar to its fire-themed neighbour Ibushi, the venue's light-hearted look and feel is inspired by the offering, with the walls rendered to resemble cake frosting.