Skip to main content

Farm House

 

Annie wanted Ryan's 3rd birthday to be truly special, a celebration that brought together family and friends, big and little, with great food and even better company. The theme? Farm animals! But she faced a challenge: creating a visually captivating and irresistibly delicious cake that was appealing to everyone, with no dietary restrictions. She needed a cake that would be the party's centrepiece, a sweet memory that would last.


That's where I stepped in. Annie trusted me with the details – chocolate flavour, farm animal theme, and free rein on the design. My plan was to craft a farmyard fantasy, a cake that was as delightful to look at as it was to eat.


I embarked on a two-week planning journey, meticulously designing every element to achieve this. I ensured a vibrant yet natural palette by using natural colours like blue spirulina for the edible farmhouse biscuit and a delicate blend of matcha and green spirulina for the cream cheese frosting. I focused on balancing the sweetness, creating a light and refreshing frosting, and encouraging guests to indulge in a second slice.
The cake's landscape was a labour of love. I sculpted a pond with a realistic rockscape, planted a miniature vegetable patch with tiny carrot crops, and crafted a pathway paved by a mini bulldozer. The 18 hours of creation, condensed into two days, ensured every detail was fresh and perfect for Ryan's special day.


The result? A farmyard masterpiece that delighted both children and adults. The chocolate cake was a resounding success with its light and flavourful frosting and captivating design. Ryan's 3rd birthday was a celebration filled with joy, laughter, and the sweet taste of a truly memorable cake.
Imagine the joy of seeing your child's face light up with a cake designed just for them. Let me guide you in creating your unforgettable celebration.

Farm cake

Photos by T.Le Photography (bottom two images) 

Wedding Photographers & Cakes FAQ

Lighting and placement make a big difference. I usually recommend displaying the cake somewhere with natural light or soft ambient lighting. A well-lit cake table allows the photographer to capture the design details and textures beautifully.

The cake cutting usually happens after dinner but before dancing begins, when guests are still seated and the photographer can capture the moment clearly. Your photographer or planner will often help coordinate the timing so it flows naturally with the evening.

Most photographers like to photograph the cake before guests arrive at the reception while the table styling is untouched. This is when the cake, florals and décor look their best and can be captured without distractions.

The best photos happen when couples simply enjoy the moment. Stand close together, take a second to look at each other, and don’t rush the cut. Photographers often suggest making two small cuts so they can capture different angles.

Yes. Most wedding photographers will capture detail shots of important elements such as the cake, florals, stationery and table styling. These images help tell the full story of the day and highlight the design choices that made the celebration unique.

Continue reading

A world themed cake featuring countries and the sea with edible decorations of the person's life.

The World of Bill - A Storytelling Cake for a 60th Birthday

Lego Cake

Lego Cake

Cakey Cakes | Bespoke Story-Based Studio

Cakey Cakes is a boutique custom cake studio in Perth founded by Nobu-trained pastry chef Gianna Lau.

The studio specialises in artistic, story-based custom cakes for weddings, birthdays and celebrations.

A key advantage of Cakey Cakes is its professional dietary-inclusive approach, allowing gluten-free, dairy-free and other dietary cakes without compromising flavour or design.

Online ordering available with local pickup. Perth metro delivery incl. Highgate, Northbridge, Mount Lawley, Cottesloe, Fremantle and Joondalup · Studio hours Mon–Sun


For More information