{AD} Last year, I partnered with Microplane to create a warming, autumnal carrot, cinnamon and citrus loaf recipe. I absolutely loved working with the products so when they got back in touch More →
Merry Christmas to you all! If you fancy baking something a little different to a Christmas cake this year, why not try a cupcake wreath. A simple but impressive display made up More →
This week, I made a 70th birthday cake for my partner Tim’s wonderful mum, Pauline. Back when I was making cakes every week, I made my fair share of number cakes and More →
These Bonfire Cupcakes are super simple to make and look really effective! Perfect for a bonfire and fireworks night! A step by step video on how to make these is below. For this, More →
Wether you want to bake in advance, have a TON to get baked or you’ve inadvertently made a cake on the wrong date (guilty!), freezing cakes and cupcakes can be a handy More →
Out of all of my recipes on my website, the one I get asked the most about is my Classic Madeira Birthday Cake. It’s a perfect staple recipe for all occasions. It’s More →
Equipment White, orange, yellow & black icing (I recommend modelling paste) Scalpel or sharp knife Paint palette or something of a similar shape Edible glue and paintbrush 1. You need a smooth round More →
A starburst is a simple way of making an effective decoration for your cakes. It really adds a ‘wow’ factor! Follow my tutorial below to make yours! You will need thin (24/26 More →
This Saturday I taught my Christmas themed beginners guide to cake decorating. In The Clubhouse, a room full of lovely ladies who all took home a beautifully decorated, christmas themed cake. We spent More →
It may seem obvious, but to get a good finish on your decorated cakes, you need a solid foundation to start with. One way to achieve this is to make sure your More →
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