Planning a baby shower is a fun way to welcome a new baby! It's a joyful party where friends and family come together to support the mum-to-be.
In recent years, the popularity of gluten-free diets has soared. Whether due to medical reasons or personal choice, many people are opting to avoid gluten.
Where we delve into the heart of South Asian wedding culture through the lens of delectable wedding cakes.
Corporate cakes hold a special place in the heart of business events and promotions in London.
In the bustling streets of London, there's a sweet sensation that has captured the hearts and taste buds of dessert lovers everywhere.
So, you're dreaming of a summer wedding in London? Congratulations! With its picturesque landscapes, historic venues, and the promise of (hopefully) sunny weather, London is a charming destination for tying the knot during the warmer months.
Birthday parties are always fun, especially when it's time to cut the cake. It's a tradition that's been around for ages and brings lots of joy and excitement.
Welcome to our guide on mastering wedding cake tiers! Whether you're planning a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, your wedding cake is a focal point that deserves careful consideration.
So, the big day has arrived, and it's time to slice into that gorgeous masterpiece – your wedding cake!
Birthdays are a brilliant time to have fun and celebrate the people we love. It's a chance to laugh, enjoy each other's company, and make special memories.
Ah, the joy of birthdays! From the moment we wake up to the last flicker of candlelight, it's a day filled with excitement, laughter, and of course, cake! But have you ever stopped to wonder why we celebrate birthdays with a cake adorned with candles? Let's dive into the delicious history and traditions behind this cherished ritual.
Are you nearly 18? Well, done! This birthday is important because it shows you're becoming an adult.
Cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves are the three staple spices in any pumpkin spice mix. Some varieties include ginger, allspice, or aniseed. It is very easy to make at home and can easily be adapted to your taste.
Originally, this spice mix was known as pumpkin pie spice and was developed in the United States to season pumpkin pies (which are an autumnal and Thanksgiving staple in many American households). The first company to coin the term was McCormick, a spice, seasoning mix, and condiment manufacturer. They first put it on supermarket shelves as such in the 1950s. Prior to that, it was commonly known as "fall spices."
Most of us love a good piece of cake. At Cakes & Bakes, that is definitely true! We all enjoy cakes from our birthdays, to New Year’s celebrations, family events, weddings and any other occasion. But have you ever asked yourself which cake started it all? What was the origin of all the wonderful cakes we have now? Lucky for you, we have found the answer! So if you are interested in finding out what the oldest cake recipe is, keep reading!
So you have a baking desire and are vegan. Perhaps a vegan friend or coworker recently asked you to bake them a cake for their birthday. Perhaps you're new to being vegan in general. What vegan baking is, what ingredients you may use, and why anybody would do it are all questions you may have as you search online while scratching your head.
In this article we will go over the fundamentals of what vegan baking is, what ingredients are used in the making of vegan cakes so you can better understand this booming diet.
Oh Chocolate. Is there anything more delicious than chocolate? In cookies, in brownies and in cakes, the wonderful flavour of chocolate is often a part of our most beautiful moments. This absolutely delicious sweet treat is everywhere around us, so much so that we tend to forget what an incredible product it is. At Cakes & Bakes we are big fans of chocolate and we bet you are too. So to honour this incredible ingredient, that is an integral part of a lot of our cakes and creations, we have decided to explain how this wonder is created. The process that leads to the creation of the chocolate we enjoy everyday is rather complex and extremely interesting. So keep reading to learn how chocolate is made!
We all love a good slice of cake. Sweet treats are a big part of our everyday life as well as an integral part of our important celebrations. But more than a little indulgence, cakes have been part of human history for a long time. So we have decided to compile a few interesting cake related historical facts so you can have a very interesting story to tell your family and friends next time you all sit down for a slice!
Food dyes are used in many foods. You can find them in sweets, pickles, drinks, meats, desserts and more. They are a common ingredient that often seems mysterious. So if you are not an expert, you might be wondering if they are safe to consume or not. In this article, we will bring you all the information you need to better understand the subject.
It is not a secret that good vanilla or chocolate cake is always an absolute winner. They are not classics for nothing! But it can feel a bit repetitive to always go for the same two flavours, especially since there is a sea of other delicious flavours out there. In this article, we have compiled some of the most underrated cake flavours so that you can try something new at your next party or family get-together.
Chocolate is one of the very few ingredients that almost everyone can agree on. It can be creamy, rich, or decadent, and in most cases, all three at once. It has a rich and deep flavour while still remaining well balanced between sweet and bitter. In addition, chocolate's versatility enables it to satisfy any craving, no matter what form it takes. However, at Cakes & Bakes we believe that there is nothing that can compare to it when baked into a cake.
At Cakes & Bakes we believe that every celebration deserves a delicious cake! Indeed food brings people together and is a great way to treat the people you love the most. But you cannot just pick any random cake either. There are so many different flavours, shapes and styles out there that it is almost a science to pick the right treat. We know it is complicated to make such a big decision, this is why we have put together this guide. Once you have read it, you should be a pro at choosing the right cake for each occasion!
Cakes are ideal for sweet cravings, gatherings, celebrations, and pretty much any other occasion. They come in a variety of flavours and combinations, such as red velvet, vanilla and more. These days, you very much have the freedom to flavour and shape cakes however you want. However, the fact is that not all flavours blend nicely. In order to help you choose your next cake, we have compiled a list of some classic flavour combinations that are guaranteed to please.