Things don’t always turn out the way you think they will. Life being an obvious example and cake being another. When things don’t work out you have to pick yourself – and the cake – up and try again. And… Read More ›
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Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Muffins
For anyone who follows a gluten-free diet, or just wants to reduce the amount of gluten in their diet there are so many options these days in the supermarkets for gluten-free treats. A lot of things that would naturally not… Read More ›
Prosecco Syrup and Valentine’s Cupcakes
You definitely don’t need an excuse to make Prosecco syrup, but, if you did happen to be looking for one, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. I imagine you can use an open bottle of slightly flat, leftover Prosecco… Read More ›
Olaf on The Beach Cake and Cupcakes
It’s been a while since I posted a “party” cake on the blog. I have been making cakes for friends and family for a while now, and a year working as a dessert chef has given me the confidence to… Read More ›
One Direction Cake and Cupcakes
I guess it was really just a matter of time before one of my friends asked me to make a One Direction cake and cupcakes for their daughter. Cake for the party and cupcakes for the party bag. You can… Read More ›
18th Birthday Star Cake and Cupcakes
One of the very first cakes I ever made for a friend was a Star cake. It was also one of my very first posts and consisted of two sentences and one photo. Having decided I needed a blog I… Read More ›
Party cupcakes – ski cupcakes (oh, and some sky diving ones too…)
Skiing is not a sport I have ever been able to get on with. I love the idea of being in the mountains, with the fresh air and the views and the exercise. Unfortunately I spend most of my time… Read More ›
Chocolate Birthday Cake for Kids and Chocolate Lovers
My son Linus turned 9 on New Year’s Day and when I asked him what type of cake he wanted, he asked for a chocolate cake without any icing, as he doesn’t really like it. I thought he might be… Read More ›
Black Cherry Cupcakes
When I got back from my brilliant day out in Paris – more of that next time – it was straight back to baking. I made another Black Forest Gateau, this time for my lovely friend over at Wallsfour; check… Read More ›
Making cakes for friends and cupcake toppers
I have no idea how professional cake makers deal with the stress! I love making cakes for friends as it is lovely to be asked and trusted with a cake or cupcakes but when they are for an adult’s party… Read More ›
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