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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.

Blackberry and Bay Cake
Blackberry and Bay Cake
Raspberry and Coconut Cake
Raspberry and Coconut Cake
Blueberry and Lime Cake
Blueberry and Lime Cake
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
Two ways to fill your home with that classic Nordi Two ways to fill your home with that classic Nordic Christmas aroma…

I have two pepparkakor recipes on my website — a traditional version and a gluten-free one.

Find both recipes via the link in my bio.

#nordickitchenstories #pepparkakor #gingerbreadcookies #nordicbaking #scandinavianliving #gingerthins #warmspices #scandinavianchristmas #festivetreats #christmasbaking #glutenfreebaking #festivebaking #swedishfood #bakingfromscratch
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately. I’ve I’ve been a little quiet on here lately. I’ve been spending more time with family, baking celebration cakes, and getting everything ready for our Festive Workshop—interspersed with some stunning early-morning walks by the river. Beautiful wreaths and table arrangements were created, and I hope everyone went home with plenty of inspiration for their Christmas entertaining (see stories).

It’s already the second Sunday of Advent, so it’s high time for me to turn my attention to decorating my home and preparing a few festive treats…

#christmasworkshop #festiveworkshop #christmasinspiration #christmasentertaining #wreathmaking #tablescape #celebrationcakes #earlymorningwalks #riverwalks #christmasdecor #festiveseason #winterdays #makersandcreators #nordickitchenstories
Hoar frost everywhere this morning – the prettiest Hoar frost everywhere this morning - the prettiest kind of cold, don’t you think?

#hoarfrost #frostymorning #wintermagic #winterwonder #frostyweather #coldmorning #winterdays #naturelovers #morningvibes #frostednature #winterscenery
Last few places remaining for our Christmas worksh Last few places remaining for our Christmas workshops. 5th and 6th December.
 
The day includes making a Christmas wreath or table arrangement, festive cookery demos and a delicious lunch.  It’s a perfect way to start the festive season! 
 
📌See link in bio for more details
 
 
#creativechristmas#thingstodoatchristmas#christmasprep#festivecanapes #learnsomethingneweveryday#festivedecor#decorateforchristmas #seasonaleating #creativeclasses#thingstodoinberks#festiveactivities#nordickitchenstories #cookham#marlow#maidenhead#flowerfarming #nordickitchenstories #flowerfieldscookham
Last week was a busy one — I’ve been making th Last week was a busy one — I’ve been making the most of the wild mushrooms while they’re still around.

1. Buttery sautéed chanterelles with poached egg and sourdough crumbs
2. A blackberry and bay celebration cake — I adore these autumn flavours
3. Incredible seasonal colours
4. A coconut and raspberry cake
5. And a warming wild mushroom soup

I finished the week on such a happy note — a lovely Friday morning teaching how to make sourdough. 

How did your week go?

#seasonaleating #autumnkitchen #wildmushrooms #sourdoughlove #foodwriter #bakingjoy #celebrationcake #foragedflavours #autumnvibes #homecooking #slowfood #nordickitchenstories
Here’s the promised new bun shaping technique… Here’s the promised new bun shaping technique…

Just follow the Cardamom Bun recipe from my book, then shape them this way — it’s easier than it looks!

You can also use this technique for:

~ Nordic cinnamon
~ Chocolate tahini
~ Blueberry & cream cheese
~ Pistachio, lime & rose
~ Hazelnut butter & date
~ Tosca
~ Festive
~ Saffron, almond & orange

Pretty swirled buns every time. 

Recipe from ’Buns, Sweet and Simple Bakes’. 

📌Link in bio to purchase.

@quadrillebooks 

💛 #BunsSweetandSimple #nordicbaking #CardamomBuns #BunShaping #bakefeed #bakedfromscratch #nordickitchenstories
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