of love

“For the Taj Mahal project, I had to cut, shape and decorate 58 individual panels and shapes which were then pieced together. Managing the whole structure required utmost care. The pieces were so delicate that they could be easily damaged with one wrong move. The panels are prone to attracting moisture and ‘weeping’. And if they get too dry, they are prone to warping and become brittle”

Clockwise: The Royal Easter Show second prize cake

Rashmi Uttarkar

Last year’s third prize cake challenges. Her method of dealing with those challenges is to thoroughly understand the client, their needs, what appeals to them and what touches their heart. This in turn results in every cake being unique and exquisite.

From the colour, to the design to every intricate detail, Rashmi plans everything out even before cracking that first egg.

“I feel that the cake is an important part of any occasion and should represent the occasion as such. But at the same time, the cake should accomplish its primary purpose as being a delicious dessert and its taste should surpass its looks”.

And what stimulates her creativity?

“Everything around me, really! My two children, my friends and my heritage are all a source of inspiration. My biggest criticand my biggest support - are the same person, my husband Shai. He helps with the engineering aspect of the cakes and also keeps me motivated”.

Rashmi also talks to the other veteran cake makers for ideas, inspiration, tips and tricks and she feels that she would never have won if she hadn’t had support from her cake decorators community.

What makes Cakes by Rashmi different from every other cake shop in town is the fact that the customer is dealing directly with the owner of the business.

This elimination of the middle man offers the customer a better service, at a better price.

It also means that unlike other establishments, Rashmi can offer unparalleled flexibility, whether it’s making an egg-less cake or even a dairy free one.

“When you love what you do, you don’t work, you create,” says Rashmi.

No doubt the emperor Shahjahan and the artisans who created that other Taj would approve!

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