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Bespoke Cakes To Order

I have an everlasting passion for baking and adore making celebration cakes. A few years ago I was asked to make a friend’s wedding cake and loved the whole process – my passion for cake making has grown from there.

All cakes my designs are bespoke, I’ll work closely with you to ensure it delivers on every level. While each cake is unique, you’ll find seasonal fruit and flavourings in each sponge and filling and decorated with beautiful fresh flowers, foliage and fruit. I am a firm believer in using ingredients when they are at their seasonal best.

A few examples of my work.

Strawberry and vanilla sponge cake
Strawberry & Vanilla
Wild flower wedding cake
Louise & Lee – Blush pink pressed flower cake
Victoria Sponge
Victoria Sponge
Wildflower wedding cake
Joanna and Louis
White chocolate and passionfruit cake
Olivia & Tom
Anniversary cake
Anniversary Cake -Nicola G
Blueberry and Lime Cake
Blueberry & Lime Cake
Red Velvet Cake
Red Velvet Cake
Chocolate & Vanilla Cake
Chocolate & Vanilla Cake
Strawberry & Elderflower Christening cake.
Swiss meringue buttercream wedding cake
Prinsesstårta – Swedish princess cake

I can create your desired flavour combination, so if you’re interested in a bespoke cake do get in touch to discuss, just go to contact page and send me an enquiry.

Spring/Summer

  • Elderflower & Gooseberry – lemon sponge, elderflower syrup, elderflower buttercream, gooseberry compote. (mid-late June)
  • Raspberry & Passionfruit – lemon sponge, passionfruit curd, lemon syrup, fresh raspberries, vanilla buttercream.
  • White Chocolate & Passionfruit – lemon sponge, passionfruit filling, passionfruit syrup, vanilla buttercream.
  • Rhubarb & Orange Blossom – orange sponge, orange syrup, rhubarb compote, orange blossom buttercream.
  • Chocolate & Cherry – dark chocolate sponge, cherry liquor syrup, cherry compote, vanilla buttercream.
  • Blueberry & Lime – Blueberry & lime buttermilk sponge, lime cream cheese filling, lime Swiss meringue buttercream coating.
  • Raspberry & Hibiscus – Vanilla sponge, vanilla syrup, raspberry and hibiscus compote, vanilla buttercream coating.

Autumn/Winter

  • Blackberry & Bay – lemon sponge, blackberry compote, bay syrup and vanilla buttercream.
  • Rhubarb (late December onwards) & orange blossom –  orange blossom flavoured sponge, rhubarb compote, orange blossom buttercream.
  • Coffee, Cardamom & Walnut – coffee, walnut and cardamom sponge, coffee syrup, coffee Swiss meringue buttercream.
  • White chocolate, passionfruit curd.
  • Carrot, Walnut & Orange – carrot & walnut sponge, orange cream cheese filling, orange blossom buttercream.
  • Hazelnut Praline & Espresso – hazelnut sponge. hazelnut praline and espresso filling, vanilla buttercream coating.

Anytime

  • Chocolate Caramel – dark chocolate sponge, salted caramel, Swiss meringue vanilla buttercream coating.
  • Carrot – carrot & walnut sponge, orange cream cheese filling, Swiss meringue buttercream coating.
  • Victoria Sponge – vanilla sponge, vanilla syrup, homemade strawberry or raspberry jam, vanilla buttercream.
  • Tiramisu Cake – coffee sponge, coffee liqueur syrup, coffee buttercream, vanilla mascarpone filling and cocoa.
  • Coconut & Lime – coconut sponge, lime syrup and lime buttercream.
  • Pistachio & Lemon – pistachio & lemon sponge, lemon syrup, pistachio cream cheese filling, pistachio & lemon Swiss meringue buttercream coating.
  • Red Velvet.

*Gluten & Dairy free options are available too.

Contact me to order your cake

Testimonials:

“Louise prepared and delivered the wedding cake of our dreams. A 3-tier cake with different flavours, iced in a classic style reflecting the aesthetic we had shared at the start of planning. The 3 flavours of cake were delicious – classic Victoria sponge, chocolate and raspberry and white chocolate and passion fruit. The cake was light and perfectly balanced. Louise kindly coordinated with our florist to ensure the floral arrangement was incorporated seamlessly on the final cake. We wish we could enjoy a cake like that on every special occasion! Thank you Louise”

Hannah Baker-Bungey

“Louise’s cake for our wedding was truly divine in both taste and appearance. She made the most delicious three-tiered pressed flower cake which couldn’t have been more perfect for the theme of the day. Our guests enjoyed the cake thoroughly; it’s flavours were clear but subtle. On the run up to the wedding, communication with Louise was seamless – she responded to all emails quickly and was endlessly patient with our indecisiveness! She so kindly delivered the cake on the day to keep it as fresh as possible and presented it beautifully. We cannot thank Louise enough for making such a special and incredible cake for our wedding day” 

Sophie Bownass

“We could not have been happier with our wedding cake. We chose two flavours, blackberry and lemon and carrot and walnut for our September wedding. The taste was exquisite and so many of our guests commented on how delicious it was. The cake itself was more beautiful than we could ever have dreamed of and was such a special part of the day for us. Louise guided us from start to finish on taste, style and colour palettes to make sure it fitted with the vibe of the day and our flowers and decor. We could not have been happier with the result and will never forget it. Thank you Louise for the cake of our dreams ms- we can not thank you and recommend you enough!”

Beana & Jonny H

“Thank you so much for baking the beautiful celebration cake for my parents 60th wedding anniversary. They were over the moon with it. My Mum is a great baker and has made all our birthday cakes; she was thrilled. It was a delicious cake and cut beautifully. It went in one sitting with top table having second helpings”  

Nicola G

“Just wanted to thank you for the beautiful wedding cake you made for us. It was just perfect and I so appreciate all the time and trouble you went to to make it just as I would wish. We received so many compliments and requests for your details that I imagine you will be getting a lot of requests coming your way. Most grateful and so many thanks”

Frances

“We just wanted to say a huge thank you for our beautiful wedding cake – not only did it look extremely pretty, it also tasted amazing! We have had so many guests comment on how delicious it was. So thank you very much”

Holly & James M

“Good morning Louise, Thank you so much for delivering such a yummy cake , enjoy by all of us. We will certainly use you again and recommend to family and friends. Many thanks  so many guests comment on how delicious it was. So thank you very much”

Nina M

“Thank you Louise for making a perfect and delicious wedding cake for my daughter Louise and her husband Lee. It was exactly how she wanted it too, and was quite over whelmed when she saw it. I’d like to add that the way you delivered it to the venue, a long distance on a very hot day and set it up without us barely knowing you were there, was so professional. I knew I’d be able to rely on you completely and you rose to the occasion. Did I say it tasted so good too”?! 

Linda Fuller
Cinnamon bun day is the perfect excuse to indulge Cinnamon bun day is the perfect excuse to indulge in all things soft, sticky, and spiced. BUNS, Sweet and Simple is packed with tempting recipes – from the nutty, caramel twisted Tosca bun to the sweet and fruity blueberry sugar Bun – there’s a bun for everyone.

People often ask me which is my favourite bun from my book. Truth is, I can’t choose just one – there are two I always come back to: the traditional fragrant, warming cardamom bun, and the oh so indulgent double espresso bun, rich, bold, and totally irresistible.

Images by @kimlightbody_photo 

#kanelbullar #kannelbullensdag #bunbook #cinnamonbunday #bunbook #bunssweetandsimple #bakingbuns #mindfulness #spicedbaking #comfortfood #bunsfordays #slowbaking #weekendbakes
A basket of quince arrived in my kitchen this week A basket of quince arrived in my kitchen this week - gnarled, golden, and wonderfully aromatic. I’ve poached them slowly in the oven with lemon, cinnamon, and a touch of star anise. It’s one of those small autumn rituals that fills the house with comfort.

On another note, tomorrow marks Cinnamon Bun Day—a moment when Sweden, and anyone with a soft spot for spiced, buttery swirls, gathers around the ritual of fika. It’s a gentle pause, a cup of something warm in hand, and the comfort of a bun that smells of cinnamon and sugar. A small celebration of sweetness and connection. So look out for my post…

#QuinceSeason #PoachedFruit #simpleanddelicious #AutumnBounty #SeasonalEating #FoodWriterLife #preservingtraditions #preserving #nordickitchenstories#HomeCookingJoy
SWEET POTATO & LENTIL SOUP

I’ve always said I’m not terribly fond of sweet potatoes, yet I keep giving them another go, knowing how good they are for you. I think I’ve finally cracked it with this hearty soup – gently spiced, wonderfully rich, full of depth, and just right for a satisfying lunch.

📝
½ large sweet potato, peeled
1 medium carrot, peeled & cut into batons
1 onion, peeled & cut into eighths
1 romano pepper, deseeded & chopped
1.5 tsp ground cumin
1.5 tsp ground coriander
½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
virgin rapeseed oil (for sautéing)
2cm piece fresh ginger, peeled & chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled
50g split red lentils, rinsed
120g coconut milk
1 can quality tomatoes
4–5 cherry tomatoes, halved
toasted desiccated coconut & fresh coriander to serve 

1. Heat a splash of oil in a large pan. Add onion, carrot, pepper & sweet potato. Sauté until starting to soften.
2. Stir in garlic, ginger & spices. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add lentils, canned tomatoes, 2 cans of water & the coconut milk. Simmer until the veg are soft.
4. Scoop out a ladle of chunky veg and set aside. Blitz the rest until smooth.
5. Return the reserved veg to the pan, stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, and heat through.
6. Serve topped with toasted desiccated coconut & fresh coriander 

#vegansoup #souprecipe #plentyofplants #easyrecipes #plantbased #vegancomfortfood #dairyfree #glutenfree #lentilsoup #midweekmeals #healthycomfortfood #cozyrecipes #mealprep #nordickitchenstories
Freeze Your Sourdough. Bulk baking and freezing s Freeze Your Sourdough.

Bulk baking and freezing sourdough not only means you have great bread to hand, it’s healthier too.

#healthbenefits #retrogradation #sourdough #healthier #guthealth #prebiotics #floursaltwater #gutmicrobiomehealthmatters
Figs are at their very best right now – I’ll b Figs are at their very best right now – I’ll be sharing the full recipe this week on my blog for my Fig, Blue Cheese & Walnut Filo Tart. I love making this with fresh figs; their natural sweetness pairs perfectly with the tang of blue cheese and the crunch of filo and walnuts. A drizzle of honey straight from the oven brings it all together – autumn on a plate.

#figseason #seasonalcooking #Ffilotart #bluecheeseandfigs #walnutsandhoney #eattheseasons #autumnkitchen #simpleingredients #nordickitchenstories
My recent sourdough bakes — plus a winning Richa My recent sourdough bakes — plus a winning Richard Hart recipe.

• Shot 1 & 2: seeded sandwich loaf
• Shot 3: chewy bagels fresh from the oven
• And not an experiment but a favourite: Richard Hart’s rye + miso loaf (so good )

It’s our Flowerfields workshop day today - looking forward to meeting our guests, sharing stories, and exploring food and flowers together.

#sourdough #seededloaf #bagels #ryemiso #richardhartbread #flowerfieldsworkshop #foodandflowers #breadlove #fermentationjourney #wildyeast #loaflove #nordickitchensories
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