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Adventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 32: Cake picnic tourIn todays episode l am in conversation with Elisa Sunga who is the woman behind the phenomenal concept of the cake picnic tour and also the beautiful Instagram account Salted Rye. We spoke about her introduction to baking and the inspiration behind the Cake picnic tour which is also coming to the UK in July.Cake picnic tourSaltedryeInstagram SaltedryeInstagram Cake picnic tourAlso in todays episode l catch up with what i have been up to in the business in the month of June and also w...2025-06-2444 minAdventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 31:The physical toll of running a cake businessIn todays episode l speak about aspects of running a cake business that takes it toll on us physically and the changes l have personally made to reduce the toll and stress.Also i spoke about a collaboration with Cristina Arevalo on her podcast called the Art cake coach podcast. We were talking all things cake business and issues that effect us in running a business. This conversation will lead to a series of podcast episodes later in the year discussing the various issues that effect us within the cake community. you can listen to th...2025-05-2834 min
The Art Cake Coach# 149 Talking to Yvonne Donald about the future of our cake indusrty.Let me invite you to listen to today´s episode as Yvonne and I talk about all the changes happening in our cake industry. From business closing down, AI, social media, pricing, and the economy, and clients´ preferences, things seem to be changing rapidly, and the question is, can we cope with it?Thank you Yvonne for being with me today, if you want to listen to Yvonne's podcast or follow her here are the links to her business:https://www.instagram.com/kakeandcupkakery/https://www.instagram.com/adventures_in_ka...2025-05-131h 12Adventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 30: Amber Marshall - Caketu (Cake to you)Today i am in conversation with Amber Marshall who is the owner and the creator of the Caketu platform which is baker market place. We speak about the reason for creating her platform, how it fills a gap in the market place and what inspired the name and the use of a cockatoo as a brand logo.Also i talk about what has been trending in the cake world and what ive been upto in the business during April.If you want to connect with Amber and caketu you can find her here:2025-04-2952 minAdventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 29: My reset reading list for motivation and mindsetIn todays episode l share 5 books (and few bonus titles) l have read that have helped when motivation is lacking and the mindset needs a boost. I enjoyed reading them and hopefully you will too.And in usual fashion l discuss what l have been up to in the business in the month of march and also what l have seen trending in the cake sphere on social media.Hidden potential Adam GrantSuperfans Pat FlynnHow to style your brand Fiona HumberstoneMindset Carol DweckThe...2025-04-0137 minAdventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 28: Tosin Adebutu: RebakeIn this episode i am in conversation with another fabulous guest. Tosin Adebutu is the founder and owner of Rebake which is a baker to baker resale marketplace for baking equipment and baking themed books, think vinted for bakers.Its a fabulous concept and just what is needed within the industry especially to encourage sustainability and avoid waste.Tosin speaks about what inspired her to create the app, her challenges and her mission around sustainability.Also within this episode l recap on the month of Feb, as well as the rise in cake...2025-02-2550 minAdventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 27:Patience Nwodu - Chibu LondonI am back to my normal podcast schedule. In todays episode i am in conversation with Patience Nwodu who is the owner of a business called Chibu London which makes the most gorgeous cake carriers for celebration cakes. This is such a inspiring founder story that certainly has inspired me.As well as the interview i reflect on the month of January in the business and how taking my time coming into the new year was a good start to the year.And l also speak about what i have seen trending which in January was al...2025-01-2845 minAdventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 26: 2024 reflections and 2025 tweaksHappy new yearTodays episode is a reflection of 2024 and how i felt the business went, and as usual looking back at the month of December being the year i didn't actively undertake a Christmas promotion. I also speak about tweaks i am making in the business for 2025 and working on setting quarterly goals instead of a huge list. I want to start the year off slow and and let my goals come to me in a more organic process. If you have a question or feedback about this episode you can message me...2025-01-0729 minAdventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 25: My day at Cake international 2024In this months episode I share my opinion on what I thought about this years cake international show that was held at the NEC the weekend of the 1st - 3rd November 2024 It was also the 30th Anniversary of the show.Cake international is a mixture of workshops, cake stands from our fave suppliers and the biggest cake competition, and to win at the show is a very high achievement as the standard is so very high.I also share (as l usually do) how my business has performed in November, my decision not to do a C...2024-11-2628 minAdventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 24: Aiza Cheung - Studio CoyaIn this months episode l am in conversation with Aiza Cheung who is a brand designer and runs her own business called Studio Coya.We talk about the use of color in branding, how to stand out in a crowded market and the branding process. It was a very interesting conversation.As well as the interview l discuss my monthly roundup of what l have been up to in the business during October and what I've seen trending in the world of cake (and makeup)If you have a question or feedback about this episode y...2024-10-291h 04Adventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 23: Fancy a catch up ?I am back with a new season, and a new episode of the podcast. Today its a catch episode of what i have been up to during the summer, as well as what's trending in the cake world. I speak about:Sales over the summerShifting focus when you run your business part timeGetting ready for quarter 4My first collabScams in the cake worldThe positive aspects of using A.I How cake content creators are using TikTok to generate additional incomeIts a real mix of content.Cake business festive campaign planner...2024-09-2430 minAdventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 22: Cake supply chain, are you vulnerable ?This is the last episode of season 3 and In this months episode l share issues i have had trying to perfect my packaging and how vulnerable we are regarding our supply chain. As well as this l share what i have been up to in the business, and the absolute joy cake making can bring. I also look at what's trending in the world of cake,The podcast will be on a break for the summer and then back with season 4 in September.Have a great summer and Happy baking.If you have a que...2024-06-2533 minAdventures in kakeland - A podcast about running a cake businessEpisode 21: The baking business loungeIts the penultimate episode of season 3 and its another guest episode.Today l am in conversation with Krissy from the baking business lounge.Krissy has diversified her business and this has been a common theme that cake business owners do when they realise they do not have to rely on one source of income, but can use their knowledge and skills to help others by becoming a cake business coach.We spoke about finding confidence, going full time in the business, pricing and using fresh flowers on cakes.Also in this episode l reflect on the...2024-05-2848 min