Everybody loves Red Velvet Cake! It is not only our bestselling Celebration Cake here at Jack & Beyond but lots of bakeries nowadays offer a version of this deliciously fluffy cake due to its immense popularity. It is a true crowd pleaser which makes it the perfect dessert or cake choice to celebrate a special occasion. But what exactly is Red Velvet Cake and what makes it so irresistible? Red Velvet Cake Characteristics A typical Red Velvet Cake is usually comprised of at least two layers of light and fluffy sponge cake with an eye-catching red colour and a subtle chocolate flavour. The secret behind the extra fluffy texture of the Red Velvet Sponge lies in adding cocoa powder, buttermilk...
What is Afternoon Tea? Nowadays Afternoon Tea is considered an indulgent treat by most people and usually booked for special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries. Many restaurants, cafés and hotels offer the experience which generally consists of a selection of sweet & savoury goodies such as finger sandwiches, macarons, mini cakes and scones. As the name suggests, the food was traditionally served mainly with tea but modern menus usually also include coffees and hot chocolate on top of a choice of popular black, green and herbal tea blends. But who do we have to thank for the invention of Afternoon Tea? The Duchess Who Was Tired of Waiting for Dinner The concept of Afternoon Tea was born out of...
Bespoke cakes truly are edible art: A special custom cake will wow your guests and help create lasting memories of your celebration. It can be a bit confusing to get started with ordering a bespoke cake as they are usually made to your personal wishes and requests and are completely unique. Usually the first questions customers (understandably) ask our cake consultants revolve around what to expect in terms of bespoke cake pricing. We have created this useful guide to provide some insights into what bespoke cake prices are based on and what to bear in mind when ordering to stay within your budget How are bespoke cakes priced? Every cake maker might have a slightly different system for this but...
Cakes are fragile in nature and it can be a daunting task to get them safely to their destination. So what should you keep in mind when travelling with a cake? Our cake experts here at Jack & Beyond have put together a handy list of cake travel tips for you. Travelling with a cake by car Transporting a cake by car is one of the quickest and safest ways to get your cake to its destination safely. Here are a few things to keep in mind to make your journey as smooth as possible: Place the cake box on an even surface. If you are travelling on your own this can be in the trunk or on the floor...
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...
