Cakesmiths Bakery Bulletin

A Baker's Blog

Great Cake Deserves a Beautiful Brew: Stock up on Quality Whole Leaf with Joe's Tea

Great Cake Deserves a Beautiful Brew: Stock up on Quality Whole Leaf with Joe's Tea

September is in full swing and it’s time to make sure your coffee shop counter is stocked up for one of life’s greatest pairings: tea and cake. 
Cosy Combos: 6 Autumn Cake and Drink Pairings for Coffee Shops and Cafés

Cosy Combos: 6 Autumn Cake and Drink Pairings for Coffee Shops and Cafés

Six seasonal treats. Six perfectly matched drinks. One simple way to make the most of Autumn. 
What Is Hojicha? Meet the Toasted Tea Taking Over Coffee Shop Menus

What Is Hojicha? Meet the Toasted Tea Taking Over Coffee Shop Menus

Toasty. Nutty. A little bit smoky. If Matcha is the vivid green one everyone’s been drinking for the last five years, Hojicha is the warm, roasted cousin who’s just walked in and stolen the show.
Get Ready for Cooler, Cosier Times: Cakesmiths Autumn Range is Here

Get Ready for Cooler, Cosier Times: Cakesmiths Autumn Range is Here

After a scorching summer, we’re welcoming cosy season with a range of indulgent, spicy and comforting bakes to refresh your counter. The vibe: pumpkin carving, apple picking, toasted marshmallows a...
August Bank Holiday Delivery Dates 2026

August Bank Holiday Delivery Dates 2026

There will be no deliveries made on Monday 31st August. Order up until 2pm on Friday 28th August, for delivery on Saturday 29th August
Cakefest South - 7th Sept. 2026

Cakefest South - 7th Sept. 2026

Free drop-in preview event at Cakesmiths HQ in Bristol. Come for the cake. Stay for the chat. Leave inspired! Reserve Your Spot Today.
Banana Bread, 3 Ways: Easy Recipe Ideas for Your Menu

Banana Bread, 3 Ways: Easy Recipe Ideas for Your Menu

It all starts with a slice. Three banana bread recipe ideas built from one Chocolate & Banana Loaf: a tiramisu pot, french toast and a banoffee brulee. One product, three menu positions, nothin...
The Summer Iced Drink Pairings

The Summer Iced Drink Pairings

The five summer bakes and drink combos your counter will thank you for. Sunshine, iced drinks and a counter full of colour. If you're hunting for summer cafe menu ideas, we've paired five of our fa...
Why Ube Is Your Coffee Shop's Next Best Seller

Why Ube Is Your Coffee Shop's Next Best Seller

This Filipino root vegetable has been taking over our timelines this summer, with its powerful purple hue gracing everything from cookies to lattes, and frankly, we can’t get enough (and neither ca...