Your Midlands Wedding - April/May 2025 (Issue 97)

THE OLD MANOR HOUSE BAKERY After creating wedding cakes for more than a decade, The Old Manor House Bakery specialises in bakes inspired by nature. The designs are carefully crafted to harmonise with the natural surroundings of all the beautiful venues the team supplies, from bark-effect bakes at woodland locations to marble designs and florals for more elegant settings. The team collaborates closely with couples during consultations to incorporate themes and personal styles, ensuring cakes are a true reflection of each wedding day. The bespoke cakes taste as good as they look, with meticulous attention to detail and the finest sugar craft skills. Working from a home-based studio, they offer a highly professional yet personal service. Owner Lisa Kirk says, “I’ve always believed that if another person can do something, so I can from bricklaying to crochet – I will have a go. When my children were small, my love of baking led me to ‘have a go’ with all of their birthday cakes. This love led me to sugar craft classes, and as my skills progressed, I began producing more and more celebration cakes for loved ones. After years of my husband and friends saying ‘you should do this for a living’, The Old Manor House Bakery was born.” Discover more: www.theoldmanorhousebakery.co.uk KHALID KAKE Khalid Kake has been crafting wedding cakes for 12 years. When the company started, buttercream cakes weren’t the trend; most couples opted for fondant, so the team honed their skills. Alongside fondant, they now offer buttercream, ganache and fresh cream cakes. Versatility is key for the team to stay on top of trends and even set a few themselves, creating stunning designs. But it’s the flavours that stand out. Each cake is baked with love, ensuring they’re fresh and infused with a Caribbean twist that keeps customers coming back. As a halal company, Khalid Kake’s commitment goes beyond ingredients; it reflects its core values. The team prides itself on being transparent about costs and terms, which clients from all backgrounds appreciate. They’ve even turned down orders that didn’t align with their Islamic values, even from high-profile clients. Khalid Kake offers computerised sketches to help visualise desigsn. Some clients even give creative freedom, leading to extraordinary cakes that often exceed expectations. Discover more about the company: www.khalidskakes.co.uk ROYAL SPRINKLE CAKES Royal Sprinkle Cakes has been creating beautiful wedding cakes since 2016, when the founder Ayo Alao made a wedding cake for a family member. That experience inspired Ayo to craft bakes that blend tastes and aesthetics, reflecting couples’ love stories. Specialising in modern designs, the team offers sleek finishes, intricate textures, and artistic stencil work. Whether it’s a tiered cake with ganache, a floral arrangement, or a minimalist creation, each cake is designed to stand out. The flavour range includes classics like vanilla bean and red velvet, as well as indulgent options like chocolate ganache and salted caramel. The team blend rich flavours with delicate textures for memorable tastes. Focused on quality and creativity, Royal Sprinkle Cakes ensures each bake is a masterpiece that tells a story, using premium ingredients and working closely with couples to bring visions to life. The design process includes a consultation, tasting session, and a bespoke design, with recent additions like sugar flowers and hand-painted details to add a personal touch. Discover more: www.royalsprinklecakes.co.uk ONE CAKE STREET One Cake Street has been creating stunning wedding cakes for four years, blending artistry with the unique personalities of each couple. The team focuses on crafting cakes that are beautiful while also meaningful, telling a love story in sugar. Using high-quality, sustainable ingredients and expert techniques, they ensure every couple receives a breathtaking and delicious centrepiece. The team specialises in modern, tall and elegant floral designs with a romantic touch. Signature flavours include a decadent chocolate fudge cake with salted caramel and whipped milk chocolate ganache, and a bright, fruity lemon poppyseed and blueberry cake, perfect for any season. For an extra touch of luxury, they offer handcrafted macarons to complement cakes or serve as elegant favours. Their delicate texture and rich flavours make them popular for couples seeking something special. At the heart of One Cake Street’s business are quality, sustainability, attention to detail and exceptional client experience. Every cake is crafted with precision, ensuring it’s as breathtaking as it’s delicious. The process begins with a consultation to discuss the couple’s vision, followed by sketches, design refinement and a tasting session. Discover more: www.onecakestreet.co.uk www.brunaalexandra.com 47 CATERING

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