When it comes to hosting any type of event, it usually means also planning for the refreshments. This can be a challenge and should include some type of sweet. The type of sweet that never seems to disappoint is some form of cake. The Right Cake With there being so many options when it comes to choosing a cake, it means putting a little extra effort into choosing the right one. There are some areas to be given some extra thought when making the choice. The Theme: Ideally, the cake should be in harmony with the theme of the party. This includes both the visual presentation of the cake as…
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How to Buy the Best Cake Stand
A cake stand can be the deal maker or breaker. So, while baking a beautiful and tasty cake is fundamental, the stand should also be perfect. This article shares everything bakers need to be aware of before purchasing a cake stand. Types of Cake Stands The first thing you need to do is to find a retailer that has a wide variety of cake stands, from the pedestal stands to the tiered stands, floating stands, and plateau stands. Each of these is ideal for different occasions. It’s essential to understand the pros and cons of each stand before purchase. Material Cake stands are produced using different materials. You will find…
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Most Popular Wedding Cake Flavours
A wedding is a special event, so everything has to be planned and picked carefully to suit the occasion. A wedding cake is the most critical bite at the reception, and it shouldn’t be just any cake. The cake should be prepared to perfection, ensuring that no stone is left unturned. But the big challenge comes when you have to choose your wedding cake flavour. Weddings are not the same, and neither are the cake flavours. So, which flavour will suit your big day? The following are seven cake flavours which reign supreme at wedding receptions. You may want to give them a shot. Chocolate This is perhaps the most…
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How to Choose Cakes for Corporate Events
For those who are in charge of corporate events, they have a lot of responsibilities. One of these is the food that is going to be served. Even if it is just a dessert such as a cake that is going to be required, some thought must be put into choosing the right one. Knowing Who It Will Be Served To Many people are becoming very conscientious about how the items they are consuming affects their health. This means that when it comes to a dessert such as cake, they may be more cautious about what they are eating, especially if they are concerned about sugar content. For example, those…
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Tips for Choosing the Right Birthday Cake
With there being so many wonderful bakeries in the UK, it means there are plenty of choices for getting the perfect birthday cake. There are lots of o
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Choosing Your Wedding Cake
Who does not drool over the photo of a newly-wedded couple, slicing their piece of cake? Whether it is a photo of your friend, parents, or even grandparents, one thing is for sure; such a picture is a timeless classic. Put aside all the wedding fun, choosing a perfect cake for your big day can be overwhelming if you’re not prepared. In the past, one had to only choose between a fruit and a carrot cake, but times have significantly changed. Today (as of 2018), deciding on a flavour is the least of your worries; plus, you need to choose between a traditional cake or a cupcake. You will also…
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Tips for Healthier Baking
A lot of those that live in the UK enjoy being able to go to their local bakeshop to buy their cakes and pastries. On occasion, they also like to bake
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Cake Baking Careers
With there being so many different ways to purchase cakes and pastries in the UK, it opens up a lot of opportunities for those who want to make a care
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Tips on Baking the Perfect Cake
We’ve all been there; burnt cake, dry cake, cake that crumbles before your eyes as you take it out of the pan. If you are only just starting out on your journey to become the best baker in the land, or you are a baker looking to refine your skills and techniques, well, we could all use some help sometimes. We have compiled 10 tips to make the best cake, that guarantee your cake will turn out perfectly. Follow the Recipe Baking is, in fact, a science, and you must stick to the recipe, without adding a pinch more of this or a teaspoon more of that. If you do,…
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Most Well Known Cakes in the UK
When one thinks of cake, the one that most often comes to mind first, is the scrumptious double layered chocolate cake. It is a favourite in the UK, b