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It started with a simple belief: that handmade food, made with care, by real people, was real food. In 2007, that belief came to life at a Brisbane market stall, where Dello Mano met its very first customers, offering freshly baked brownies to curious weekend shoppers.
Learn more about our journey and the craftsmanship behind our Luxury Brownies™ on our Our Brownie Story page.
What followed surprised even us.
Our story has always been rooted in handcraft and intention — a journey we explored in depth in How We Reimagined Brownies in Australia: A Founder’s Perspective. But what we didn’t expect was just how far that journey would take us.
One of our earliest global connections came from Singapore. A woman who’d discovered our brownies while travelling fell in love with them, not just as a treat, but as the centrepiece for her daily guest afternoon teas. She began placing regular orders: 20 boxes at a time, every month or so. Each request came in just after lunch the day before, and we would have them packed, cleared, and on a 7 pm flight bound for Singapore. By lunchtime the next day, they’d be at her front door.
It took careful planning, tight coordination, and not a little stress — she was, I would describe as, discerning. But we always made it. And it was worth it.
"This isn’t just a brand story — it’s a testament to why handmade food still matters." Deb + Bien Peralta, Founders Dello Mano
There’s a reason people go to such lengths for a brownie. It isn’t just the chocolate. It’s the story, the texture, the care. Our brownies have travelled far beyond Brisbane — as wedding favours in Africa, gifts in New Zealand and Thailand, and even as a birthday cake on Mount Everest.
One customer, celebrating her 40th at Base Camp, carried a single cube of Dello Mano brownie in her pack. It was small. It was durable. And it was, as she put it, worth carrying. She sat at the side of the mountain and enjoyed it as her birthday cake — a single square of something that felt both indulgent and grounding.
People often ask us what makes Dello Mano brownies travel so well. The answer lies in our process. Our small-batch method means we control every detail. Each brownie is baked, cooled, and packed with precision - because our award-winning browniesdeserve to arrive perfectly. To this end, we’ve spent years refining packaging that protects freshness without compromising presentation — and yes, our customers have taught us how far a brownie might go when it means something.
We always dreamed big for our brand, but it was our clients who carried us there. They packed boxes in their luggage. They sent brownies to friends overseas. They shared them at events, with family, with colleagues.
In time, we began sending more orders abroad — carefully packed, quickly dispatched. Our logistics evolved, our packaging strengthened, and our tracking became precise. Even today, we prefer to ship via air freight where possible — it costs more, but it protects the experience. And for something as small and meaningful as a gift, that feels right.
One Brisbane family once ordered a box to be hand-carried to a wedding in Africa. Another customer asked us to send brownies to her grandmother in rural New Zealand for her 90th birthday.
Over time, our brownies made their way into more formal channels, too. They were selected as in-flight gate lounge gifts for the launch of direct flights from Brisbane to both San Francisco and Chicago — shared with every passenger as a symbol of Queensland’s welcome. We’ve also had the privilege of supplying a large American international financial firm, sending our brownies as branded client gifts across the United States.
These aren’t just deliveries. They’re connections.
In a world where food can be fast, generic, and forgettable, Dello Mano stands for something else. Our brownies are handmade, small batch, and beautifully boxed. But more than that, they carry a story. Gifting them is a way to share care, memory, and intention.
We often hear stories from customers who used our brownies to mark quiet but meaningful moments: an apology. A thank-you. A memory shared across time zones. One mother wrote to say she had sent her son a box of brownies every month while he studied overseas. "It reminded him of home," she said, "and reminded me that I could still care for him, even from far away."
We’ve never automated our baking. Never outsourced our baking. We still bake in Brisbane, one tray at a time. And while the destinations have changed, our values haven’t. Whether our brownies are headed to a table in Indooroopilly or a celebration in London, they carry the same heart.
In small business, we rarely pause to celebrate. But every now and then, when we see our brownies cross borders and brighten lives, we remember: this is what we set out to do.
And maybe that’s the true gift.
Can I ship Dello Mano brownies internationally?
Yes — we offer international shipping via air freight to help protect product quality. Please note that some countries may impose additional customs or handling fees on delivery.
Can I take Dello Mano brownies in my suitcase when travelling internationally?
Yes — our brownies are durable, compact, and travel beautifully. We've personally taken them to cities across the world, from London to Japan and China. As with all food items, be sure to declare them at customs if required by your destination country, but rest assured they pack and carry well.
Why do people gift brownies from Dello Mano?
They’re small, durable, beautifully packaged — and rich with handmade care. Each one tells a story.
How do you keep brownies fresh during shipping?
We pack each order in heat-sealed, food-safe wrap with rigid boxing and insulation layers. For international orders, we prioritise express air freight and temperature-safe packing.
Can I include a personalised note in my order?
Yes. During checkout, you can enter a personal message, and we’ll include it with your delivery in our signature gift card.
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