Cake decorating is one of the most enjoyable parts of catering because it blends creativity, skill and celebration. Unlike savoury cooking, which focuses on taste and technique, decorating lets students have their cake and design it too — expressing imagination through colour, texture and style. A simple sponge can become the icing on the cake for any event, whether it’s a birthday, wedding or special occasion.

Students loved experimenting with piping techniques and colour palettes, discovering how small touches can take a cake from good to exceptional. The process was hands-on and fun, encouraging problem-solving, patience and creativity. It also fostered teamwork and pride when the final masterpieces were revealed.

In catering, presentation is just as important as flavour, and decorated cakes highlight this perfectly. A beautifully finished cake is a true show-stopper that leaves guests with sweet memories.

Enjoy the images of their fantastic cakes.

Cheryl Jones
Religious Education, Philosophy and Food Technology