Since we have introduced a selection of Pavlovas to our core cake range they have quickly become extremely popular with our customers and are now amongst our bestselling treats. But what exactly is a Pavlova, where did it originate and how should it be stored and enjoyed? Our cake experts at Jack & Beyond have done some research and put together this helpful guide to the beloved dessert. What exactly is a Pavlova? A Pavlova is a naturally gluten free dessert and consists of a light and airy meringue base topped with smooth whipped cream and a variety of fresh fruits. The meringue should be crisp on the outside with a softer, slightly gooey texture in the middle and is...
Organising a special event can surely be a challenging endeavour and there is always a lot to do - including ordering a show stopping cake for the occasion! Luckily we at Jack & Beyond have made this process as easy as possible for you. Below are our top tips and inspiration to order special occasion cakes tailored to your event. Which special events do we cater for? We offer custom made cakes for any kind of special occasion such as: Weddings Corporate events such as product launches, job promotions or office parties Birthday parties Baby showers House warming parties Anniversaries Send us an enquiry - we love to hear about your event! Get in touch with our knowledgeable team of cake...
A slice of cake is already a decadent and delicious treat, but at Jack & Beyond we believe cake can be elevated even further! There are plenty of options out there such as different types of drinks and also toppings that we believe will compliment our cake perfectly. Toppings to Serve with Cake First up on our list is toppings that could be served with cake. Normally, fresh whipped cream and fresh fruit such as strawberry, blueberries or raspberries work well with a variety of cake flavours. These would compliment and balance out a rich chocolate cake nicely. Other cake flavours include our Cheesecake Crumble, which we decorate with fresh blueberries and raspberries. The tartness of the fruit balances out...
Our Frosted Victoria is one of the bestselling Celebration Cakes at Jack & Beyond. The recipe is a modern twist on the classic Victoria Sponge and retains the traditional strawberry jam filling whilst adding an elegant, smooth finish with our delicious Mascarpone & Cream Cheese Vanilla Frosting, handmade meringue kisses and fresh strawberries. But what is the story behind this popular sponge cake and the secret to its deliciousness? Keep reading and find out! The Victoria Sponge is a beloved British teatime classic from the Victorian era with a Royal background. Some sources claim that it was the favourite treat of Queen Victoria herself who used to have it with her afternoon tea. It also goes by the name “Victoria...
At Jack & Beyond, we believe that making a cake is truly a little bit like magic and has an artistic element to it: A baker starts with several, individual ingredients and transforms them into a beautiful cake through a skillful process that involves several steps. These steps have to be carefully executed to achieve the best possible results in terms of taste and finish of a cake and we are receiving many questions from our customers about how our cakes are made. So, whether you are an aspiring hobby baker or simply curious, let us take you on a little journey behind the scenes and into our kitchen where the ''magic happens''. Our Head Baker Corrine has kindly shared...
